Mighty Blue On The Appalachian Trail: The Ultimate Mid-Life Crisis
Steve AdamsAn overweight, 61-year-old retiree, with zero hiking experience, decided to hike the entire 2,185.3 mile length of the Appalachian Trail in 2014. What could possibly go wrong? As his brother, Mike, commented, "It's a bit like taking up boxing and fighting Mike Tyson in your first bout." Join Steve and his guests as they discuss all aspects of the trail, from gear to Lyme Disease, then back to trai... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 567 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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After our Slackpack Palooza into Rangely, we resumed our full packs for the three day hike to Stratton. It had been wonderful to have been so cosseted by our friends, Sherpa and Rita, but it was time to get back in the woods and camp at tentsites.
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A four day slackpack Palooza!! Staying with friends for four nights and having them slackpacking you is a treat, and that is exactly what we've been doing for the last four days. We've enjoyed the reduced load and put in about 50 miles; it's great to... more
We're into Maine now and if we thought we'd left our difficult days in the past, we were sorely mistaken. My ass has continued to be kicked and The Mahoosuc Notch revealed a lethal side in the wet. It's been quite the experience so far.
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The miles have been cut back drastically, yet we are on the verge of leaving New Hampshire behind and entering Maine. It has been both glorious and difficult, a challenge I expected, yet probably underestimated.
Along the way, I was able to chat wi... more
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I found this podcast in March of this year at a time when I was dreaming of the great outdoors and wanting to “get away”. This show has transported me to the Appalachian Trail and beyond. I started with the first shows and have worked my way up to #205. But, I also want to know what’s going on currently, so I listen to the new releases as well #477 - #508! Hopefully, my listening flip flop (or OBO as Steve prefers) will meet in the middle before I step on the trail for my own through hike (O... more
Apple Podcasts5Hoppy on the Trail
United Statesa year ago - Too long
The podcast is still too long. Keep it to 30 or 60 minutes or less. And the woman’s voice at the intro is painful to listen to. Otherwise, the guests are interesting.
Apple Podcasts3Sarita7981United Statesa year ago - First time listening
Been trying to find a podcast “ P1” and find this show fits the bill.
The host is way cool. Funny. Respectful. Wry as a sonofagun.
Up until last year only dreamed of hiking again. Glad I found this podcast as I have been training to hike the CO Trail but the At holds a fond piece of my heart. I live 3 hours from the start of the AT and this podcast has me driving to the trailhead tomorrow and my son is gonna drop me off on Monday. I am gonna give it a go. I am 67. You inspired me today. Thanks... more
Apple Podcasts53 for 10United States2 years ago - Too long
The podcast is still too long. Keep it to 30 or 60 minutes less. And the woman’s voice at the intro is painful to listen to. Otherwise, the guests are interesting.
Apple Podcasts3Sarita7981United States2 years ago - Hiking podcast!
Thank you so much for doing this podcast! I love hiking and plan to do more and longer hikes in my retirement. This is great information to help me.
Apple Podcasts5kenhagenUnited States2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #49 | United States/Sports/Wilderness |
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The show centers on long-distance hiking culture, with a heavy emphasis on Appalachian Trail through-hiking experiences, practical trail logistics, gear debates, and community-driven trail support. Episodes weave day-by-day trek diaries with interviews ranging from hostel operators and trail angels to fellow hikers and medical professionals, often highlighting the social fabric, camaraderie, and behind-the-scenes logistics that sustain through-hikes. A recurring strength is the host's blend of personal storytelling, humor, and thoughtful questions, which yields colorful shelter-life anecdotes, volunteer-driven trail magic, and real-world advice for prospective hikers and sponsors alike. Noteworthy are frequent on-trail collaborations, in-de... more
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