Classic Doc: To Measure A Mile - A PCT Tale of Tears and Triumph

Settle in a buckle up as Jared Campbell, the four-time finisher of the Barkley Marathons, drops into the studio to share some epic stories and insights from this year's running of the world's toughest ultra. Take notes and earn college credit from Hiker Trash Radio University as Jared shares how he knows when he's ready mentally and physically for the race, his toughest moments from his eight attempts, his favorite moment from Frozen Head, how he got lost on Loop 5 this year (twice!), and the high drama that took place after his finish. Unforgettable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's volunteer is four-time finisher of the Barkley Marathons, Jared Campbell! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Triple Crowner, hiking legend, and iconic thru hiker Jeff "IBTAT" Oliver returns to the studio to talk trail with Doc. Fresh off the Kungsleden, IBTAT talks about his journey and his obsessions. Settle in and buckle up as the two cover a lot of ground, including discussion of six-month grinds, clown shoes, priorities, Hiker Trash qualifiers, nutella and coffee, Spice Rack, chasing demons, social media breaks, helping out newbs, moody skies, ultras, and some sketchy-ass ramen. Epic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After 11 months and 5,600 miles on the Eastern Continental Trail, Madison "Peg Leg" Blagden takes a well-deserved breather and talks some trail with Doc. Just the second woman ever to complete the ECT, Peg Leg covers some serious ground in the studio as well. Settle in and buckle up as she and Doc discuss weird snacks, the sweet spot of road walks, Ballsack, Masochist, vanlife, the impact of a midlife crisis at age 20, looking for her limit, the female thru hiker experience, getting dropped off at the PCT southern terminus at age 21, and the wonder of a trail that includes both alligators and caribou. Epic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host of the Singletrack podcast and thru hiker Finn Melanson joins Doc in the Hiker Trash Radio studio to share his experience from the 2024 Barkley Marathons. Settle in and buckle up as Finn, who was at Frozen Head State Park with as part of the media covering the event, gives an insider's perspective to all things Barkley. During the rollicking conversation, Finn covers a lot of ground, including counter culture movements, the importance of hip flexion, destabilizers in our life, niche fields, poop rocks, Flash, the Central Governor, the Pain Cave, raising kids, and what happens when you pack too light for your expedition. Tune in and learn something new about the Barkley. Epic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's volunteer is the host of the Singletrack Podcast and 2024 Barkley Marathons media representative Finn Melanson! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Settle in and buckle up as this former Army medic shares her journey from running 5ks on the base to marathons to 200-milers to the a 63+ day sprint down the West Coast of the country. Listen in and you'll hear about her unsuccessful attempt in 2020, fires, giardia, busted bridges, high risk water crossings, bears on logs, PTSD, winning the Moab 240, Bombs to Trails, her rich Blackfeet and Mexican heritage, and the best supporter out there, her mom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wildland firefighter, thru hiker, bike packer, author, and mental health advocate Kevin "30 Pack" Conley, Jr., drops into the studio for a serious conversation with Doc. Settle in and buckle up as 30 Pack not only shares his trail and bike adventures, but talks about his darkest moments and the healing, cathartic experience of bike touring across the country with his dog Rocky in tow. In this unforgettable episode, you'll hear about six-hour cheese, Apollo missions, GO Man, the 2x4 method of learning, and a rain-soaked walk home that led to everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tune in for a brand new style of bonus episode! Doc gives you a fascinating glimpse into the personality of some of your favorite guests by asking . . . The Last 10! This week's guest is Belgian ultrarunner Frank the Tank Gielen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary thru hiker, author, and action film star Jeff "Legend" Garmire drops into the studio to talk about the next big thing out there: Mindful Hiking. Settle in and buckle up as Legend talks about what he's been up to lately, and it's a doozy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices