Thru hiker Chris "Mouse" DiFranco joins Doc in the studio to talk about the 4,000 trail miles he put under his feet in 2025. Settle in and buckle up as Mouse tells it like it is, including his childhood in Medford, Massachusetts, the PCT, two Caminos, Seven, Wind, two days of tacos, partial kidnappings, murderous hitches, Ugly Stick, Stealth, the Madeira Crossing, Greenhorn, Tardy, leaf peeping, filtering water on the Florida Trail, Havasupai, and how to hike 4,000 miles on two continents in 270 days. An instant classic. (This is Part II. Be sure to listen to Part I.)

Show Notes

In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, host Doc interviews Chris 'Mouse' DiFranco, who shares his incredible journey of hiking 4,000 miles in a year. Starting with the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT), Mouse details his adventures on various trails across the U.S. and Europe, including the Oregon Coast Trail, Grand Canyon, Madeira Crossing in Portugal, and the Camino de Santiago in Spain. He talks about the challenges and highlights of his hikes, including memorable encounters with wildlife, overcoming obstacles, and the sense of community among hikers. Mouse also shares his hiking hacks and insights on how to prepare for long-distance hikes. This episode is packed with valuable tips, engaging stories, and the inspiring motto: 'Shut Up and Keep Walking.'


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