Post-Sierra Q&A

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I can never say enough how much I appreciate all the support from the people on Patreon and all of you who watch my videos! I like to do video chats with my Patreon community and give them the most up-to-date updates from the trail, but since I think other people may have some of the same questions I still want to share some of the information from these Q&A's with everyone. So as my regular video updates catch up, I'll post an edited version of each Q&A publicly on RU-vid. You can follow me on Patreon here: / homemadewanderlust
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If you'd rather not sit through the whole video I made a little table of contents below so you can click through the topics that interest you.
00:30 - Carbon fiber trekking poles
01:05 - How often do you have to hike uphill to find a better spot to cross a river?
03:14 - How far behind are the videos?
03:35 - Supply points in the Sierra Nevada
07:54 - How many days of food could you fit in your bear canister?
11:29 - Altitude sickness
12:27 - Have you had to pitch your tent in the snow?
12:45 - Would you suggest the ad-on to make your Zpacks Duplex freestanding?
14:09 - How solid is the material in the Zpacks duplex?
15:09 - Cooking
17:05 - Have the nights been cold?
17:37 - How has your food changed?
19:35 - Pack weight
21:07 - Spiritual aspect of a thru-hike.
23:26 - On schedule to reach Canada on time?
24:24 - New knife
24:48 - Are you planning any more side-trips before finishing the PCT?
25:55 - Sunburn inside nose
27:57 - Plantar Fasciitis
28:38 - How has the PCT changed you?
31:31 - Differences in scenery between PCT and AT
32:08 - Footwear in the Sierra
37:20 - Cross the Line
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@halofernandez1974 6 лет назад

What a wonderful story about your mom.The apple did not fall far from that awesome tree!

@Jimbowiejr 6 лет назад

Wonderful video, I'm bow hunting for elk in Colorado, every time I get to a steep climb and start to make excuses of why I don't need to go there I think, Dixie would without thinking about it. So my 64" 230 whimp butt goes up. Thanks young lady.

@LastChanceTinyHouse 6 лет назад

You should think about becoming a park ranger after you complete the triple crown. You have a type of knowledge that can really be helpful to hikers and campers.

@JenPenn 6 лет назад

Wilber Peebody I think she should too!!

@immanuelameer8391 2 года назад

I know it is kinda randomly asking but does anyone know of a good website to watch newly released tv shows online ?

@hassangideon1915 2 года назад

@Immanuel Ameer ehh I use flixportal. You can find it through google:) -hassan

@immanuelameer8391 2 года назад

@Hassan Gideon Thanks, I signed up and it seems like a nice service :D I really appreciate it !!

@hassangideon1915 2 года назад

@Immanuel Ameer No problem xD

@joepiol5105 6 лет назад

Dixie, you mentioned not wanting to eat any more peanut butter on tortillas - but I think you'll like this - mix about 1-3 tablespoons of peanut butter thoroughly with at least an equal amount by volume of dark brown sugar and spread in a strip in the middle of the tortilla. It can be premixed or mixed on the tortilla itself. It tastes a lot like Reese's cups. They contain about 480 calories each if using 3 tbsp each of pb and brown sugar. Thanks for making your videos. I love them.

@michaelb1761 6 лет назад

I used to use a BV500 and had no trouble getting about 25,000 calories of food (that I like) in it. Now I use a BV450 with my smaller pack, and I can get 21,000 calories of food in it. I know it's different for through-hikers, but if your only going out for a 100 to 200 mile hike, 3,000 calories per day is fine. I try to use calorie dense foods with some treats thrown in. I do have my first night's dinner outside the bear canister, but the rest always goes in the canister. I just got back from a 15 day hike in the Sierra last week, and had a bear come into my camp. It was probably a very good thing that my food was in my BV450. I did the fastest pack up and was back on the trail in 10 minutes after I got the bear to leave my camp site, though it did hang around the perimeter of the clearing. I know lots of people, through hikers especially, poo-poo using bear canisters, but I've had more than one run in with a bear and the reason some don't run away and hang around established camp sites is people not using bear canisters and habituating the bears to associate people with food.

@kristensteffe690 6 лет назад

Woo hoo Dixie! You've inspired me more than I can explain. I am so thankful you share your journey on RU-vid I look forward to watching your videos every time I see you've posted. Because of the confidence you've given me I just got back from my first short trip without relying on anyone else!!!! My dream is to solo hike the JMT. Sending so much love your way!!!!

@97lumberjack 6 лет назад

Your positive outlook and unsinkable attitude just amazes me. Thank you! You rock!

@bobthomas4651 6 лет назад

Go Ducks

@jmcg6198 6 лет назад

Kinda miss the" Hey y'all Dixie here" ! Always made me smile!

@rachelyobs7520 6 лет назад

I love and admire the authentic sharing you do in your videos. Also your grit and perseverance! Hugs and hang in there!

@adamwilson6037 6 лет назад

Dixie I started watching you when I first got hurt in July 2016. Seeing you finish the at trail and moving on to the pct has given me much strength to get better and keep exploring. Thank you for that. Can't wait to see more travels. Again thank you so much for all your strength to never quit. From Adam.

@kimbasciano_ 6 лет назад

Love seeing your live streams Dixie! your videos are so motivational & inspiring. Love you!

@Mtnsunshine 6 лет назад

Thanks so much for these Q & A's. They are instructional and inspirational. Especially enjoy hearing your personal experience insights. Sharing what goes on in your mind about your experiences is as special (and entertaining, if that's the right word) as the physical experiences you are having. I'm definitely going to be a Patreon sponsor for your next trip.

@vinniedayhikerb4977 6 лет назад

Its so awesome to see your positive smile! You are such a rock star to so many of us! Thank you for the inspiration!

@sarahbrabant1006 6 лет назад

Thanks for sharing your journey ! It was truly inspiring !

@kimbasciano_ 6 лет назад

Love hearing stories from your past. The vending machine story was funny! Your videos are my absolute favorite to watch!

@EEM131E 6 лет назад

Another great insight into your wonderful journey.

@trailingshelly4584 3 года назад

I love your Videos!! I can’t stop watching them! Haha but always, The inspiration I needed!!! Thank You!

@pattypatten5818 6 лет назад

Your amazing! I could listen/ watch you all day. Oh wait... I have🙂

@troyroper1847 6 лет назад

Thank you for the great look into the PCT and your fun commentary

@cchasonhunting 6 лет назад

I have enjoyed watching you guys improvise along the way. I have now completed my gear purchasing for next spring's section hike of the AT. Your videos have greatly influenced my choices. Thank you again for the input. I can only hope that I can experience the adventures that you have had. Keep it up.... you are truly an inspiration.

@charitapinson5667 6 лет назад

I love all of your videos, Dixie. And you are such an inspiration to me!! 💜

@HikerJohn316 6 лет назад

Thanks for the great video. Such a wide range of questions.

@mandycummingsakaforestquee3713 6 лет назад

Lots of wildfires in Oregon and Washington right now out of control! Plan ahead and be safe!

@safeharbor7 6 лет назад

Love your videos, I always look forward to them. Big thumbs up...

@richardlevy6218 6 лет назад

You are a beast. What an inspiration, your positive attitude and your will to complete the hike was nothing short of amazing. You have changed my mind on my hiking shoes, I was a fan of boots, but, I am now trying out trial runners. again you are a beast........

@balvinaolivas5638 6 лет назад

Dixie! You are my inspiration. I watched all your AP trail videos and am watching your PCT's. I will do the PCT next April. Thank you for all your advise. Thank you, Bali

@GTC1967 6 лет назад

Just found you. I really enjoyed the story about your mom and the Coke machine. I'm sorry my mountains were so snowbound. You definitely get big bonus points for sticking it out. Cheers!

@felipecastellon4740 6 лет назад

Hi. Thank you for your videos. I've been hiking for a long time. But mainly a day hiker. I have to prep for hikes like Oak Grove to High point which climbs 3600 ft of elevation gain in 13 miles Back and forth, close to where you were at by Warner Springs, or San Jacinto. To think you do these types of hikes day in and day out is encouraging and inspiring. So, thank you for sharing your experience. I wish you good health and safe hiking.

@matthewhuestis9955 6 лет назад

Thanks for your videos you do an awesome job and are a great inspiration

@dr.randykrofick6620 6 лет назад

By far ur best video yet. Go girl, go!

@pappycanoli659 6 лет назад

Thanks Dixie. I got the big from the movie "A Walk In The Woods". 56 and looking to section hike Tn hopefully in 2018. Your attit6, ups and downs are so real and that's what is awesome. I realize it's not always fun and games and that's what makes it a challenge. Thanks for your honesty out there but mostly for the views. After seeing them, how could anyone not want to get out there. Keep on Keeping on. As we say in Cajun Country, Geaux Sha, LAISSEZ LES BON TEMPS ROULE. See you on the trail.

@davidcolinstillman5585 6 лет назад

THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU'RE SO UPLIFTING! BE SAFE! HAVE FUN! GOD'S WITH YOU ALWAYS!

@terrycase8914 6 лет назад

When you get married will it be in a gown and trail runners?

@8ievaieva8 6 лет назад

You ROCK!!!! What an inspiration!!! Greetings from Lithuania :)

@mjavor 6 лет назад

"You're going to miss these bad days"... love it. Such good advice!

@sairvinginthestacks 6 лет назад

Dixie you are awesome! I've been inspired to start hiking and try a backpacking trip on the Ice Age Trail next summer. There are multiple segments within a 45 minutes of home. We're lucky to have a national scenic trail here in Wisconsin.

@OttawaOldFart 6 лет назад

it is as enjoyable to watch you accomplish this as i'm sure it is for you to actually do it.

@atherwitch 6 лет назад

Lady, you are my hero. Period.

@jimwagner6260 6 лет назад

very nice show it's cool to see somebody doing the long hikes in in giving good report I got a small piece of the AT from South to Asheville

@sarcher1 6 лет назад

Thank you for the inspiration

@kasandras3915 6 лет назад

You inspire me!

@geoffdouglass4668 6 лет назад

Dixie, love your videos. But you really should emphasize that the bear canister requirement is not in place to protect us or our food from the bears, but rather to protect the bears from us. A bear that grows accustomed to people and their food is often a bear that needs to put down. Please follow proper food storage in the Sierra!

@staceyplaysthebassey 6 лет назад

Her exact words were a bear canister "protects bears from getting your food." I think she had the protection of wildlife, including bears, on her mind the entire time. But, you're absolutely right -- frequently humans are more dangerous to bears than they are to us!

@trailslug893 6 лет назад

New subscriber just getting to this video but now I know where your beautiful, upbeat, warm, and very kind (even to the mice) personality came from. You should thank your mom everyday.

@HikerJohn316 6 лет назад

Just to share with anyone suffering from plantar fasciitis or frequent pulled calf muscles. I had these for quite a while and got no relief from doctors. Then a pharmacist showed me an article about scar tissue inside the muscles. I had 4 or 5 sessions of "deep tissue massage" which was very painful, especially the first two times, and the problem cleared up. Happy Trails.

@santiagohills3321 6 лет назад

Nice channel. You mentioned Sawmill Pass. That might make a good topic for you in a resupply video-the best guidebook for the Sierras calls that region The High Passes, and folks should know that Sawmill and Taboose are not good options. It’s a long walk to the 395. On bear cans: once in the Yosemite high country I left a tiny bottle of oil in my mess kit, and that was enough. Bite holes and an empty bottle in the morning. And those carbon bear cans are awesome. I rented one for Rae Lakes Loop, and my Bear Vault got jealous🙂 Good stuff, congrats on making it!

@americanaxetoolco2076 6 лет назад

Keep on plugging Darlin!

@TK-qu1ht 6 лет назад

Dixie... GoGoGoGirl! So enjoy enjoy your videos! And thanx to your vid editor!

@karmaclanton5544 6 лет назад

I agree you just got a different view, that is special!!! Just like you!!!👍❤😃

@morganviking1243 6 лет назад

Worcestershire... English(wo)men always laugh when us foreigners first try to pronounce it. Just ignore the spelling, it is pronounced Wooster (like rooster but with a W sound at the beginning) - sher :)

@JenPenn 6 лет назад

I never even thought about the bear canister not fitting all the food . I know the feeling of having a noisy mind ... I always tell people I have a lot of noise in my head and some people look at me funny. You're the only person other than me that I've hear say it that way lol . the only time it isn't is when I hike. One day I would love to do the PCT Love you Q&A's You are an inspiration! I look forward to all your new videos.

@shawnheater7377 6 лет назад

Keep it up. Really enjoying the videos.

@markgibbs904 6 лет назад

Great video. I envy your lifestyle. Keep on keeping on.

@denimlabels7315 6 лет назад

Wow you had a coke machine in front of your house growing up. Great story about the YooHoo. Your mom sounds like a Doll! Onward Dixie!

@jodibillingsley 6 лет назад

Fool dinners are my favorite!! I like the meat potato onion carrot ones but I also love using chicken rice and cream of mushroom :)

@peterwelsh6975 6 лет назад

Real carbon fiber is very very tough, the hard part is there is no standard requirements that manufacturer disclose how much carbon is actually in their products. Big difference in strength between 1% carbon and 100% both can be listed as carbon fiber. Just depends on the honesty of company making products, or course there large price difference too.

@michaelb1761 6 лет назад

Yes, carbon fiber should be stronger than aluminum; however, that doesn't mean that I would intentionally bang the poles together. :-)

@randyholloway920 3 года назад

I know this video is dated, but I used the BV450 for multiple trips in the Sierra and had no problem fitting all food items inside. You just need to be creative with what you take and removing all packagin, etc to reduce the volume of your food (calories.)

@erinnkemp 6 лет назад

We had lots of snow this year.

@sunflowersadie543 4 года назад

I've become an armchair hiker because of your videos. One day maybe I'll get out there for real. I was moved by your depiction of your Mom's attitude when you were growing up. I am close to your Mom's age, but I can't ever remember having a fun attitude about getting lost! I would love to know more about how your Mom cultivated that attitude. Blog post? Ebook? Interview? Please :)

@oxxnarrdflame8865 6 лет назад

Looking back I think the hikers that skipped the Sierras was the luckier choice because they got thru Oregon before the fire closures

@oxxnarrdflame8865 6 лет назад

Oh, I'm not dissing your choice, I agreed with your decision and who knew Oregon was gonna blowup, I didn't and I live here.

@garystell77 6 лет назад

Love, Love your vlog! I mean absolutely no disrespect in this question, I totally respect you and your accomplishments. I was just wondering if you hadn't happened upon the guys you hiked through the Sierras with would you have ventured out on your own or waited to meet up with others? As I said, I love watching your postings and I've watched every single one of them on your PCT hike. I'm debating whether or not I should try the PCT as I almost always hike alone. Take care and keep em coming!

@Tugmun11 6 лет назад

Hey Dixie, I'm rootin for ya I think you'r doin fantastic Oregon has many trail closers due to forest fires... I hope you can find some way through safely I hope to see ya... Any way keep pluggin =O)

@bobthomas4651 6 лет назад

What month are you in. Can you give dates in your future videos? Keep up the awesome attitude and out look on life. BLT

@JosephDAndrea0121 6 лет назад

Dixie, As far as podcasts go. you owe it to yourself to check out the Jocko Podcast as well. Pairs very well with TSP.

@drobertjacobs 4 года назад

Back in 1970most of us were carrying 50-75 lb packs Nothing was reliable in those days so we packed in as much as we could We used STARRS guide for the trail which usually didn’t exist A common entry in the guide was Go upstream 500 yds and cross there But alas there was no crossing and we’d go miles out of our way makingg our own trail And river crossings We didn’t put food in a bear canister There were no bears! And no one use water filters or poles!

@timb6985 6 лет назад

Your mom is brilliant. As I kid I know that 1 in 3 chance of getting a yoo-hoo would have suckered me into 3 tries to get one.

@brasco96 6 лет назад

What was your start date? I think we passed each other on the trail going into Mount Laguna around 4/6.!

@locomotiveengineer3511 6 лет назад

What kind of camera are you using for your videos??? Incredible images for sure.

@andrews3267 3 года назад

I would hate to be 3 - 4 Sodas in, and the vending machine be sold out before I could get my Yoo-hoo, but.. haha.. that is a great idea for bumping up sales!

@H2Dwoat 3 года назад

Hi, what do you think caused the pin holes in the tent? I meant to ask on one of the Sierra videos, do you think a length of rope would have helped and be worth the weight?

@billygoat1595 6 лет назад

You're doing great. You look exhausted tho.

@raide1427 6 лет назад

Are you on schedule to finish in late October?

@sbgroen 6 лет назад

Bearikade Expedition at ~9"x14" will not fit horizontally in any ultralight backpack that I know of. It will fit vertically in a lightweight ULA Catalyst, but not many others, if any. Canisters are to protect the bear (not the food) from getting too bold and then being euthanized when it learns to enter camp to steal food and camper gets hurt fighting for it or avoids the whole mess camper's to blame for by just killing the bear.

@kenjacobs1950 6 лет назад

IS THE PCT MUCH HARDER THAN THE A T ?? IT LOOKS THAT WAY TO ME !!

@lisanorwood946 6 лет назад

hi.. have you ever thought about doing the AT again.. maybe SOBO

@russianbotfarm3036 4 года назад

Eastern Continental Trail!

@OceanBob 6 лет назад

How many Snickers Bars so far..?

@jeffmiller1159 4 года назад

Who took your knife?

@thuggoe 6 лет назад

if you had to do mcdonalds challenge again, what would u order?

@erichighsmith7299 6 лет назад

I found lots of wild onions in the Sierras that I would use to cook with, anyone else done the same?

@michaelb1761 6 лет назад

Snacked on some on my last hike up there. Met a trio that had picked porcini and morel mushrooms while hiking and were using them for soup or in their rice sides. I don't have the guts or confidence for that.

@notshaken62 6 лет назад

the fires are pretty terrible all over Oregon, especially in the Eagle creek area of the trail- so bad that the fire jumped across the Columbia river. The smoke makes outdoor activities pretty unbearable, even if the trails happen to be open. That would be a reason I personally would encourage a flip flop. It might be the only way to finish. I don't think the fires are so bad in Northern Washington

@mandycummingsakaforestquee3713 6 лет назад

Amanda Tripp fires in Washington are getting really bad FYI. I live in wa

@Eric-fx9xf 2 года назад

✌👍

@mitchc3342 6 лет назад

I'd but a Homemade Wanderlust knife.

@hikerJohn 6 лет назад

I'm subscribed but I'm not getting any notification of the live stream. What's up with that?

@psilverz4848 6 лет назад

You have to donate on Patreon to be in on the live stream Q&A.

@antoniabaker7770 6 лет назад

Enjoy your pizza

@lisanorwood946 6 лет назад

whats your mom think of you doing these long distance hikes

@bigal7454 6 лет назад

Dixie for president in 2020! Vote early and vote often. 😉

@scottmitchell7041 6 лет назад

AT or PCT?

@jamesa1965 6 лет назад

This is mr. Magoo the Blind Tiger, I just wanted to tell you I just plain love you. You have encouraged me so much and I would love to meet you sometime. I have had to attempt on the 80 and just couldn't do it took me 5 hours to get up Springer not being able to see where I'm going like walking over concrete suitcases and basketballs if you can't see LOL but this next year 2018 is my year I'm going to do it I'm going to do some night hiking and see if that helps me I can see a little bit at night but I can't see two feet in the daytime. I just wanted to touch base with you and just tell you how much you meant to me and I just plain love you and I can't wait to see how you finish up the PCT, I'm not sure if that's one for me or not but I sure would love to, I am looking at the Pacific or the the Continental Divide trail that one's right here by the house but the 80 and the Continental Divide but that PCT looks pretty rough I'm scared of snakes LOL. Anyway love you sweetness hope to see you sometime and good luck I know you can whip it.

@comfortablyplumb2140 6 лет назад

How quickly did your plantar fasciitis resolve after switching to Altras?

@samualiam9981 6 лет назад

Not sure if she will get back to you, but in my experience (wide flat feet) a new pair makes a big difference. Not instantaneously, but definitely over the course of a day or two.

@michaelb1761 6 лет назад

Only for a few months unless you address the underlying issue in the meantime. Multiple cortisone shots are not good for your joints, coming from someone who has had multiple cortisone shots. You really need to address the underlying issue. I finally hit upon a series of stretches and strengthening exercises that have basically eliminated my plantar fasciitis, or at least the severe pain (the bone spurs are still there, however).

@MorettiPyrotechnicsLLC 6 лет назад

Michael Burgess got one shot been fine for since my bro same thing got a shot 3 yrs ago no issues since and he is athletic. If my foot issues return I will clip the tendon in surgery

@CampCreekGrass 6 лет назад

Comfortably Plumb u

@SinMore 6 лет назад

is she in a cabinet?

@DavidCulshawmer-r 6 лет назад

the name of the sauce your looking for is pronounced wuster sauce hehe , Worcestershire sauce is a big name with a little pronounciation :)

@msadams224 6 лет назад

I recently discovered these bars called MetRx bars. They are fantastic because they have like 400 calories, lots of carbs, low fat, and a decent amount of protein. Def planning on bringing these for our next section hike to try to keep my energy up! Check them out! The Apple Pie one is insanely delicious.

@davidholmes4646 4 года назад

Love your video and your so beautiful

@paulcurtis5496 6 лет назад

You can say "nice" and "boil" as often or more as you'd like... ;-)

@drobertjacobs 4 года назад

Jesus, get Dixie a good man who will love her forever deeply that she can play with have fun with and go places too

@johnmayfield7068 6 лет назад

Don't like cliff bars

@scottreynolds3565 6 лет назад

Thanks for your great videos Dixie! It labor day here in Phoenix and very hot here. I pray you are in Washington by now cause I know the snow will be flying soon in the Cascades. God's speed in reaching Canada!

@Lille4008 6 лет назад

Please don't spread the notion that it is ok to bend the rules about bear canisters. You reach a lot of people with your videos, so please only teach proper form. Care about bears!

@staceyplaysthebassey 6 лет назад

She didn't say it was ok... she said, "I'm not saying it's right" ... and then explained that having a bear canister that fits all your food "protects bears from getting your food." Admitting that other people bend the rules isn't the same as saying "it's ok to bend the rules." I thought she answered that question truthfully and it's clear she absolutely cares about bears and all wildlife, for that matter. But you're right, we should all care :)

@widilbee 6 лет назад

NE-VA-DUH not NE-VAH-DUH. 👍😉

@samualiam9981 6 лет назад

Pahk da kah in havahd yahd...

@peterwelsh6975 6 лет назад

Bill Thomason she's a southern girl from Alabama, deal with it.

@widilbee 6 лет назад

Peter Welsh are you implying she is incapable of pronouncing "Nevada" correctly because she's from the south?

@widilbee 6 лет назад

Samual Iam especially if they are never taught otherwise.

@joysheets2412 6 лет назад

Bill Thomason pa-ta-to/ pa tah-to/to-ma-to/to-mah-to! Good grief...who made you the pronunciation patrol? Don't ever leave your neck of the woods, they will laugh at you! Smdh! I think she can pronounce any word anyway she wants!