EPISODE · Apr 8, 2025 · 25 MIN
195. Thru-Hiking Legend Chris Townsend On His Best Tips For Beginners, When Hiker Hunger Hits, & How Shakedown Hikes Can Set You Up For Success
from The Thru-Hiking Podcast · host A THRU-r Production With Carol "Cheer" Coyne
Backpacking & thru-hiking legend Chris Townsend joins us on the podcast to talk about his best tips for long-distance hikers, trail food, and what to know about gear and shakedown hikes. Some trails he's tackled include the Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail, Pacific Northwest Trail, Arizona Trail, and so much more. You can learn more about Chris in Episode #180 of this podcast.Chris has 30,000 miles of hiking experience, has written 30+ books on the subject, & is also an outdoor photographer (just take a look at his website!). This jam-packed episode is perfect for new and experienced hikers alike.In this episode, he'll give you intel on:1. The best tips for new hikers preparing for trail2. Backpacker food strategy and when hiker hunger hits3. Shakedown hikes and how they set him up for success - and so much more!Connect & follow along with Chris Townsend:Chris Townsend Outdoors WebsiteAmazon ShopGreat Outdoors MagazineInstagramFacebookThreadsIf you love what we're doing here on the podcast and over at THRU-r, you can become a Virtual Trail Angel via our PayPal Donation Page. As a grassroots thru-hiker run organization, we really appreciate the support!Did you love this episode? Help fellow hikers find the show by following, rating, and reviewing the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!Connect With Us:Join The Trail FamilyTHRU-r WebsiteTHRU-r InstagramTHRU-r TikTokTHRU-r FacebookTHRU-r YoutubeTHRU-r ThreadsCheer's YouTubeCheer's InstagramEpisode Music: "Communicator" by Reed Mathis
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