Hiking the PCT in 2025: Conquering the San Jacinto Winter Conditions
The San Jacintos loomed in the distance for 150 miles—an unavoidable challenge whispered about by every hiker. Snow, ice, and steep climbs tested our endurance, pushing us to our limits. Blistered feet, exhaustion, and unrelenting elevation gain made every step a battle, but the mountains have a way of rewarding those who persevere.
2,650 Miles to Go: Why I’m Walking From Mexico to Canada on the PCT
After a whirlwind year of moving, getting married, launching a business, and preparing nonstop, Abhi and I are finally here—a sunrise away from stepping onto the Pacific Crest Trail. 2,650 miles. Five months. A journey into the unknown. The nerves are real, but the excitement is even more so. A winter storm is rolling in, making for an adventurous start. Why are we doing this? The challenge. The connection. The transformation. I don’t know who I’ll be on the other side, but I can’t wait to find out.