Thru-Hiker Lingo 101: From PUDs to LASH, Your Guide to Hiker Trash – Garage Grown Gear

Class is in session, and we’re covering all those bizarre (and at times downright unintelligible) phrases and abbreviations that permeate thru-hiker culture. Whether you’ve just decided to tackle your first thru-hike or, like my Mom, you’ve found yourself in the position of supporting a thru-hiker, this handy guide will make sure you’re in-the-know when it comes to trail lingo.  The Basics NOBO - Short for northbound; hiking from south to north on a long trail.  SOBO - The “other” direction to thru-hike; starting in the north and hiking southbound on a long trail.    Triple Crown Trails - Refers to the three most iconic thru-hikes in the US: the Appalachian Trail (AT); the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT); and the Continental Divide Trail (CDT). “Southbound hikers on the triple crown trails typically begin months after most NOBOs.” Section-Hike - Hiking a
Class is in session, and we’re covering all those bizarre (and at times downright unintelligible) phrases and abbreviations that permeate thru-hiker culture. Whether you’ve just

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