EPISODE · Nov 8, 2025 · 38 MIN
Pretty Good at Walking - Vince Strawbridge (Part II)
from Hiker Trash Radio · host Bleav + Doc
In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, host Doc welcomes Vince Strawbridge, an author and Triple Crown thru hiker. The conversation dives into Vince's unique experiences hiking with his family of six, tackling the challenges of education on the trail, and adapting to different environments and schedules. Vince shares insights on the logistics of resupplying for a large group, the evolution of his family's hiking proficiency, and memorable moments from their adventures, including the PCT, CDT, AT, Great Divide Trail, and the HexaTrek in France. The episode also touches on Vince's book, 'Pretty Good at Walking,' which chronicles their PCT journey, and offers practical hiking hacks and recommendations for other hikers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What this episode covers
Author and Triple Crowner Vince Strawbridge sits down in the studio with Doc to talk about his unique experiences on the trail. Settle in and buckle up as Vince discusses what it was like hiking the Triple Crown with his wife and four pre-teen and teen kids. Vince talks about setting the context, Old Faithful, umbrella conversion, bear spray mishaps, soiled armor, double-filtered feces water, marital chats, bad math, FOMO, resupply strategies for a family of six, and the incredible experience of having a built-in tramily. Epic. (This is Part II. Be sure to listen to Part I.)
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Pretty Good at Walking - Vince Strawbridge (Part II)
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