About this episode

The episode discusses the upcoming self-supported Appalachian Trail FKT attempt, covering mindset, strategy, and gear.

Join the boys this week as we talk all things AT in the lead up to my (Will) bid for the self-supported Appalachian Trail FKT in late April. In this episode we discus mindset, past records, strategy, gear, and much more. Enjoy! Infinit Nutrition: Use code FROMTHEBACKCOUNTRY at infinitnutrition.us for 15% off your entire order​ Burgeon Outdoor: Check out Burgeon's quality and locally made hiking apparel in Lincoln NH or at burgeonoutdoor.com, and let them know we sent you!! Janji: Use code FROMTHEBACKCOUNTRY at janji.com for 10% off your entire order and let them know we sent you at checkout!

People in this episode

Host: Will Peterson

Guests: Finn Melanson, Xander Keiter

Topics covered

• Appalachian Trail
• FKT attempt
• mindset
• strategy
• gear
• running

Keywords

• Appalachian Trail
• FKT
• running
• gear
• mindset
• strategy
• Infinit Nutrition
• Burgeon Outdoor
• Janji

Sponsors

Infinit Nutrition, Burgeon Outdoor, Janji

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Appalachian Trail

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