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Trail Cred Is Fake, Gear Hoarders Anonymous & the Cold Run Manifesto
Do thru-hikers lose their “trail cred” if they car camp? What’s the most responsible way to offload extra outdoor gear without sending it straight to…
5 months, 1 week ago
The Great Chalk Debate, Poncho Town & The Snow Poop Protocol
This week on Gear Abby, Shawnté tackles three absolute heaters: the ethics of climbing chalk, the surprising brilliance of ponchos (and the even more…
5 months, 2 weeks ago
Spreading Ashes, Ice Holes & On Trail Meet-Cutes!
This week on Gear Abby, Shawnté tackles four wildly different but totally relatable outdoor questions: from scattering ashes in national parks to fin…
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Sexy Elk, Big Decks & Women Adventure Writers!
On this weeks episode of Gear Abby Shawnté celebrates Women-Led Wednesday with adventure book recs, a beginner snowshoe deep dive, and what to do whe…
6 months ago
Permit Rage, Ground Cloth Wars & Creative Freedom
This week on Gear Abby, Shawnté explores outdoor etiquette, gear hot takes, and how to get creative outside without losing your mind or your tent flo…
6 months, 1 week ago
Bougie Hikers, Dysentery Demons & Busted Gut Feelings
This week on Gear Abby, Shawnté tackles three very different outdoor dilemmas and reviews a new meal replacement. From embracing your inner luxury ca…
6 months, 2 weeks ago
How to Correct Jerks, Survive Mountain Towns, and Love New York
This week on Gear Abby, Shawnté and Colin take on everything from trail etiquette to mountain-town elitism with a heavy dose of laughter, crankiness,…
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Fear, Friskiness & Filthy Backpacks
This week on Gear Abby, Shawnté celebrates hitting double digits with stories that prove adventure takes many forms. From near-death river crossings …
6 months, 4 weeks ago
Kilian Jornet, Bidet Beta & All About Alpha!
This week Shawnté welcomes the Kilian Jornet to Gear Abby (yes, seriously).
They cover mountain running, mindset, and how to lighten up both your pack…
7 months ago
From Butt Hugs to Bear Hugs: Snakes, Lakes & Wedding Cakes
This week, Shawnté dives deep into the strange, useful, and occasionally awkward corners of outdoor life from rattlesnake etiquette to National Park …
7 months, 1 week ago