EPISODE · Sep 13, 2025 · 38 MIN
The Accidental Triple Crowner - Sue "Firefly" Neuhauser (Part I)
from Hiker Trash Radio · host Bleav + Doc
In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, host Doc introduces Sue "Firefly" Neuhauser, a Triple Crowner who landed in the thru-hiking world entirely by accident. Firefly shares stories from her extensive trail experiences, including how she started hiking the PCT during the pandemic, her gear evolution from novice to seasoned backpacker, and some of her most memorable trail moments. Listen in for tales of hitchhiking adventures, unexpected friendships, and the reality of living the hiker trash life. Firefly also reveals her professional background as a car designer, which intriguingly contributes to her approach to backpacking gear. Tune in for an episode filled with humor, insights, and a testament to the joy of the unexpected journey. 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
Thru hiker and designer Sue "Firefly" Neuhauser joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio to talk some trail. Settle in and buckle up as Firefly regales Doc with some top-notch stories and experiences, including discussion of the Sandal Bandit, resupply swimming, rotisserie sleeping, extra rocks, interesting hitches, being lucky being unlucky, unsolicited quality reports, panic attacks, spinal injuries, and just exactly how she became an accidental Triple Crowner. An instant classic. (This is Part I. Be sure to listen to Part II.)
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The Accidental Triple Crowner - Sue "Firefly" Neuhauser (Part I)
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