Wild Didn't Ruin Thru-Hiking (You Did) Plus: What's In Your Pack?!

This week on Gear Abby, Shawnté tackles one of the most persistent debates in backpacking: did Cheryl Strayed's Wild ruin thru-hiking?Then it's time for a surprisingly deep dive into backpacking water filters, freezing temperatures, storage tips, and how to avoid turning your water treatment system into an expensive paperweight.Finally, Colin asks the all-important question: "What's In Your Pack?" which somehow leads to a passionate discussion about street corn grits, Renaissance Faires, and the backpacking meal Shawnté can't stop thinking about.As always, there are no dumb questions—just smart advice.Email your buring outdoor questions to Gear Abby! deargearabby@gmail.comGear Abby is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.