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In today's episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by The Trek, we are diving into all things Pacific Crest Trail related. This is another panel featuring our hero and fellow PCT hiker, Elise Ott aka Sauce, and in it we share our best advice in regards to training, logistical prep, gear advice, ideal start dates, pacing, dealing with extreme temperatures, and much more. If you're planning a long-distance trek on the PCT, whether a section hike or a thru, you will glean valuable insights from this one. We wrap the show with a slew of segments in celebration of Backpacker Radio turning four years old, including some trivia, a listener voicemail, Trek propaganda, and more.

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PCT Panel with Chaunce, Badger, & Sauce

Time stamps & Questions

00:05:45 - QOTD: What\u2019s been your most iconic moment of Backpacker Radio over the past 4 years?\xa0

00:12:13 - Reminders: Elise\u2019s Announcement & Internship Opportunity\xa0

00:18:30 - Mara thinks she\u2019s fired\xa0

00:27:35 - Introducing the PCT Panel\xa0

00:21:16 - Chaunce\u2019s Tip #1: No bulking seasons\xa0

00:38:00 - Elise\u2019s Tip #1: Don\u2019t over plan\xa0

00:43:27 - Zach\u2019s Tip #1: 3 steps to prep\xa0

00:49:20 - Zach\u2019s Southbound Advice: It\u2019s all about timing

00:52:38 - Having a good diet on-trail

00:53:52 - Zach\u2019s healthy hiking food recommendations\xa0

00:59:48 - Chaunce\u2019s Tip #2: Shipping food on PCT\xa0

01:04:50 - Packing out morale-boosting snacks/drinks\xa0

01:08:15 - Elise\u2019s Tip #2: PCT start dates\xa0

01:14:20 - Elise\u2019s snow experience in September\xa0

01:20:30 - Zach\u2019s Tip #2: Heat Training\xa0

01:29:37 - Electrolytes in the desert\xa0

01:32:00 - Gear Setups\xa0

01:32:14 - What tents did everyone use?\xa0

01:43:33 - What\u2019s everyone\u2019s sleep system?\xa0

02:00:40 - What backpacks did everyone use?\xa0

02:10:40 - Is the BPR crew outdated with their gear?\xa0

02:21:00 - Voicemail Question: What\u2019s your opinion on PCT resupplying?\xa0

02:30:38 - Elise\u2019s advice for a snow year: collaborate with a group

SEGMENTS

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Countries w/ 1 BPR Download\xa0

4 Year Trivia Answers

• Dragonfly = 4 weeks, Houseflies = 4 months, Guinea Pig = 4 years
• Who is the 4th richest American? Larry Ellison of Oracle
• What hike did Jabba complete in 2018? Colorado Trail
• You have $4 for a meal, what do you buy?

4-Themed Trek Propaganda Articles

• Four Reasons Why I Will Thru-Hike the A.T. at Forty by Heather Oconnell
• Four Things I Will Never Hike Without Again by Claire Dumont
• Our Colorado Trail Gear Lists: The Big Four by Kate Houston

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