Episode 96 Recapping the PCT With Jon Frankson AKA Roadrunner
I started following Jon’s journey on the PCT before the PCT even happened for him. Once he got on trail, I enjoyed every moment of his journey via social media. He crushed miles early on, braved the snow in the Sierra, and ultimately arrived at the Northern Terminus on his own terms.
I asked Jon to come on the podcast to share his journey and to learn what it was like hiking his hike. We cover life before the trail, life ON trail, and life after.
Go follow Jon, he’s a good dude!
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Show Notes
Introductions
Jon’s backpacking backstory
How the PCT became a reality
How the beginning of the trail felt
When reality sets in on the PCT
Hiking the desert
Dealing with and addressing “fear mongering”
Finding and learning your limits
Decision making process
Addressing the snow in the Sierra
Why the PCT and backpacking is so important to Jon
Dealing with emotions on the trail
Nearing the end of the trail
What it means to “miss” the trail
Life after the trail
Lessons learned from the PCT
How daily routing dictates gear selection
Jon’s journey with photography while hiking
Plans for followon trails
Closing thoughts
How to follow Jon online
