Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail, it has evolved over the years to mean something more than that. As ultralight backpacking gear has taken hold, with more and more brands focused on ...

then the PCT, then the Continental Divide Trail. So that takes us back to the increasing cost of goods and services and thru-hikers buying more high-end gear (perhaps as their skill level and ...

If you’ve ever thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail—or even thought about it ... Fox also writes specific guides on gear-related data and more). I dove into the results in comparison with ...

Preparation and the proper gear are necessary to make the four-to-six-month hike. The Pacific Crest Trail spans three states: California, Oregon, and Washington. When starting southbound in ...