Episode 96 Recapping the PCT With Jon Frankson AKA Roadrunner - a podcast by Emory R. Wanger

I started following Jon’s journey on the PCT before the PCT even happened for him. Once he got on trail, I enjoyed every moment of his journey via social media. He crushed miles early on, braved the snow in the Sierra, and ultimately arrived at the Northern Terminus on his own terms.

I asked Jon to come on the podcast to share his journey and to learn what it was like hiking his hike. We cover life before the trail, life ON trail, and life after.

Go follow Jon, he’s a good dude!

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Emory R. Wanger

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Show Notes

Introductions

Jon’s backpacking backstory

How the PCT became a reality

How the beginning of the trail felt

When reality sets in on the PCT

Hiking the desert

Dealing with and addressing “fear mongering”

Finding and learning your limits

Decision making process

Addressing the snow in the Sierra

Why the PCT and backpacking is so important to Jon

Dealing with emotions on the trail

Nearing the end of the trail

What it means to “miss” the trail

Life after the trail

Lessons learned from the PCT

How daily routing dictates gear selection

Jon’s journey with photography while hiking

Plans for followon trails

Closing thoughts

How to follow Jon online

Links

https://www.instagram.com/jonathonfrankson

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