Triple Crowner and legendary thru hiker Liz "Snorkel" Thomas joins Doc in the studio to talk trail and Type II Fun. Settle in and buckle up as Snorkel discusses life-changing gear, plantar fasciitis, all you can eat buffets, golden hitches, the 20-minute gorge, blowdowns, rattlesnakes, the West Coast Trail, the Idaho Wilderness Trail, and the importance of napkins with gravy stains. Epic. (This is Part I. Be sure to listen to Part II.)

Show Notes

In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, Doc interviews Liz "Snorkel" Thomas, a renowned thru hiker and author. They discuss her previous appearances on the podcast, with highlights including her trail name origins and her unique experiences in urban hiking. Liz shares insightful gear recommendations, recounts memorable hiking stories, and offers wisdom on how to avoid her past mistakes. Additionally, Liz talks about her involvement with Treeline Review, a gear review website run by experienced hikers.


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