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In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Derick Lugo known on trail as Mr. Fabulous.\xa0 Although it's not all that unheard of for someone to attempt the Appalachian Trail with minimal backpacking experience, Brooklyn-born Derick Lugo had never even been on a day hike before arriving to Springer Mountain for his NOBO AT thru-hike attempt.\xa0 Not only did he complete the trail, but Derick has gone on to write a book, start a podcast, and has done many public speaking events. This is a lively chat, Derick is an orb of energy, and we laughed our way through.

We wrap the show with a look at what\xa0footwear the AT class of 2021 rocked (and how the\xa0perennial is starting to lose some ground), a triple crown of dinosaurs (including some interesting facts about the dildosaurus), and the FULL details of the Backpacker Radio Sponsorship.

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Interview with Derick Lugo\xa0

Time stamps & Questions

00:04:47 - QOTD: How was your break?\xa0

00:11:01 - Reminders: Backpacker Radio Sponsorship\xa0

00:14:02 - Welcome Derick Lugo!\xa0

00:14:36 - How much did the long taxi ride cost you?

00:15:40 - What was your life like before the AT?

00:16:51 - Zach meeting Derick\xa0

00:23:17 - What sparked the idea of hiking the AT?\xa0

00:25:08 - Did you borrow any gear?\xa0

00:29:01 - What\u2019s your take on Bill Bryson\u2019s \u201cA Walk in the Woods\u201d?\xa0

00:31:22 - Keeping books relevant\xa0

00:32:15 - The Unlikely Thru-Hiker book cover\xa0

00:35:10 - Is Chaunce confused?\xa0

00:35:50 - Were you athletic prior to your thru-hike?\xa0

00:39:42 - What type of miles were you putting up in the early days of your hike?\xa0

00:41:00 - Were other hikers helpful to you? What was the community like?\xa0

00:43:28 - How did you get your trail name, Mr. Fabulous?\xa0

00:49:38 - Throwback to \u201cFancy Feast\u201d\xa0

00:50:08 - Did you maintain your hygiene through the hike?\xa0

00:52:28 - How far were you taking your hygiene practices?\xa0

00:55:37 - Any other funny beginner hiker stories?\xa0

00:59:36 - Did any parts of city life prepare you for the trail?\xa0

01:02:05 - Did you do stand up at the comedy clubs you worked at?\xa0

01:02:22 - Any good bars along the hike?\xa0

01:03:13 - Any comedy bits you can share with us?\xa0

01:04:27 - Did you reduce your 40lb pack over time?\xa0

01:07:48 - The Carly Moree connection\xa0

01:08:28 - Tell us about your podcast\xa0

01:16:50 - Will Smith\xa0

01:18:40 - Derick praises Backpacker Radio

01:19:56 - Are you working on Season 2 of your podcast?\xa0

01:20:45 - Derick is hiking the CDT next!\xa0

01:21:38 - CDT partnership announcement\xa0

01:24:27 - Are you bringing your dog?\xa0

01:25:31 - How will the experience mesh with the podcast?

01:27:27 - Long Trail vs. CDT\xa0

01:28:55 - Where can people find you and your book?\xa0

• Derick Lugo Instagram
• Derick Lugo Website\xa0

SEGMENTS

Trek Propaganda\xa0

• The Top Footwear on the Appalachian Trail: 2021 Thru-Hiker Survey

Triple Crown of Dinosaurs\xa0

5 Star Review

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