The new FKT-holder of the Calendar Year Triple Crown, Nick "Chezwick" Gagnon, joins Doc in the studio to talk trail and Type II Fun. Settle in and buckle up as Chezwick discusses the grind of 40-mile days for months on end as he hiked each trail in its entirety before moving on to the next one. Along the way, he shares his thoughts on water proof socks, the Triple Crown trails pricing index, flip flops, purists, roosters, Tennessee snow, lightning strikes, tick bites, Hiker Trash moments, and just how many shenanigans someone can get into on a 7-month, 7,500+ mile hike. Epic. (This is Part I. Be sure to listen to Part II.)

Show Notes

In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, Doc welcomes back Nick 'Chezwick' Gagnon, who recently set a self-supported fastest known time (FKT) for the Calendar Year Triple Crown. Gagnon shares his experiences and challenges, from his rigorous daily 40-mile goals and battling the elements, to planning logistics for such an ambitious hike. Gagnon also reflects on his 2024 setback and his triumphant return in 2025. This episode is packed with insights on thru-hiking, the mental and physical demands of setting an FKT, and some truly hiker trash moments.


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