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Gram Weenie

Gram weenie is a slang term for an ultralight backpacker who goes to extreme lengths to shave off every last bit of weight they must carry. This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “Gram Weenie” I learned a slang term from fellow hiker Jill...

gimme cap

gimme cap  n.— «They tell you just before you crouch down for the first time in your little touristo huddle, with your gimme cap tucked in your pocket to keep it from flying away.» —“A helicopter, then a hike: Canada’s five-star wilderness” by Joe...

bikewhack

bikewhack  v.— «The trail we proceeded down was overgrown and required us to hike-a-bike / bikewhack a bit. This section made me think of a similar trail in a race.» —“Eco-Challenge North American Championships” by John Yip in Canada Runningfree...