Triple Crowner Katie "Bubblewrap" Buxton sits down with Doc to talk trail and Type II Fun. Settle in and buckle up as Bubbles, just days off the AT, discusses a wide range of topics, including, the importance a river audience, lost bucket hats, portaloo emergencies, hungry bears, half-eaten donuts, Dairy Queen, the third island, Olive Oil, Nephew, and her next big adventure. Epic. (This is Part II. Be sure to listen to Part I.)
Show Notes
In this episode, host talks to Katie Buxton from New Zealand, trail name 'Bubblewrap,' about her experiences completing the Triple Crown of hiking, including the Pacific Crest Trail, the Continental Divide Trail, and the Appalachian Trail. Katie shares her journey, the challenges she faced, including visa issues, handling heavy snow in the Sierras, big animal encounters, and sustaining injuries. She also discusses her hiking hacks and her future adventures, including a planned 4,000-mile bike ride across America. The episode highlights her determination, resilience, and the camaraderie found in trail families.
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