The underwear story was cracking me up then she added “hope you’re enjoying your underwear I still wear yours all the time” 😂😂😂 I hope I get to hike with you one day Kelly you are so awesome!

@kellyhays23

2 ай бұрын

😂🤣😂🤣

Oh my goodness! Your cat, being playful, with the tassels was adorable ! 😂😂😂

great videos on clothes and gear. So thoughtful and complete

As an infantryman in the Army I would always cut the mesh liners out of shorts. Great video.

I'm glad you shared your thoughts on synthetic vs merino. I was actually eyeing that same ibex shirt (mens version) and bought a pair of merino smart wool boxers and love them. Yes, very expensive especially for such simple items but you are paying for the material and I think it is worth having a natural fiber for base layers against the skin where odors are created, held, and then transferred to outer layers of gear/clothing. Great informative video Kelly!

Great video, so neat to hear your opinion on certain gear! Thanks. 🐈👍

Looking good Kelly. Thanks for the tips and gear list. Enjoy your latest adventure 🤙

I love multidimensional head buffs 😁

So helpful to see what worked and what didn’t all in one clothing video! Might have convinced me to try some smartwool undies

@kellyhays23

2 жыл бұрын

doooo it!!!!

Great presentation! I enjoyed your kitty showing off for us!

@kellyhays23

2 жыл бұрын

She’s a hoot!

Great information ! I got my post card 🤠👏👍 Thank You ! Good Luck and Good Health on your PCT journey !

@kellyhays23

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!!❤️

Good luck o nthe PCT! :) Love the clothing they truly are multydimentional, to another level!

Excellent presentation! Very useful information. Thanks.

Great tips. Thank you. I had a pair of merrell hiking shoes. I thought they were durable and could take a beating but they were a heavy shoe. I am a trail runner and do agree they also make great hiking shoes.

Great video. Good advice!

Great Video! Delivered well!

Very informative video! Thanks for sharing! 🤙

You have become a hiking clothing expert. You could be a spokesperson for a clothing line. Hope planning is going well. Did you know Darn Tough socks are made in Vermont and they do make socks from Merino wool. I don't know if the PCT is hot or cold but if it's hot, white should be your color of choice. I hope you are having fun getting ready for your adventure. Please stay well, healthy, and safe. Had a black cat just like yours and it was the most loving cat I ever had.

Laundry stripping will help with the shirt. 1/2 cup washing soda, 1/2 borax powder, 1 cup powder detergent. Hot water, soak for at least 4 hours.

Thing about Zero drop is that they might not work for you when you hike, or even if people transition with them wrong. But the difference is when you grow old and start to get balance problems because you are basically making the knees, ancles and your back Weaker! with having that amount of cushion that you will not problaby wear anymore when you are 70 years old. Shoes are different, but walking barefoot is the same for everyone since they where born. So dont give up on Zero Drop Altras, Xero Shoes or Vivo barefoot. Also do some research on Earthing too.

UCA represent! Right up the road from us here in Lonsdale...keep going girl

Frogg Toggs are great, especially for the money. I've had the same Road Toad jacket and pants for 6 years and use it on all of my motorcycle trips. Doubles as an extra layer to keep the cold out when needed too.

@gabriellemarella9127

10 ай бұрын

Does the Frogg Togg jacket manage to keep you fully dry? I just picked up a $30 jacket from them to test out before investing in a much more expensive option.

@ronvaughan8041

10 ай бұрын

@@gabriellemarella9127 Pretty much, yes. Being on a motorcycle at speed in rain is a little different animal because after a while some moisture will always get in around the neck. I have also gotten wet around the hips a couple of times but am not sure of the source of that leak. It likely is the zipper on the pants pocket. But mostly the hip leak was in torrential downpours where the traffic was down to 20 mph just to maintain visibility, in Florida and in New England. Put it this way, I've ridden 44 states, many of the multiple times, and only have $100 worth of rain gear with me. I have zero complaint about Frogg Toggs.

@gabriellemarella9127

10 ай бұрын

@@ronvaughan8041 awesome, that’s great to know ☺️ thanks for the response! I’ll be testing mine out soon on my next rainy day hike. Hoping to find something I like that doesn’t break the bank for the next short backpacking trip

For wool products keep an eye out for their sales - I never pay full retail for that type of gear. Icebreaker & Duckworth both have some great sales on wool (in the off season typically). Re: the Appalachian Gear Co. They are homies who recently moved out of Charlotte to a larger facility in Kings Mt. It is now much easier to get their products, but you still need to sign up for their emails. If you can't get a Melly, I encourage you to try Burgeon Outdoors in NH. I'm not sure I don't like the Burgeon better (FYI). Paka also makes some great blended alpaca T's which are great for hot weather.

I wear my Appalachian Gear Co hoodie on and off trail ALL👏OF👏THE👏TIME👏! I definitely love and recommend that thing. If you want to try another brand of merino underwear, check out Decathlon. They are really comfortable, reasonably priced and have been holding up great for me. I've got the NatureHike down pants and booties as well and they are a great budget game changer that strech my 20° quilt for a longer season. For anyone thinking about buying them with a little extra time before they need them, they are cheaper from Aliexpress and the exact same models sold on Amazon. Good luck on the PCT!

Great video...I followed your journey and want to say congratulations on your thru- hike. I 've been in the Outdoor Industry for many years and have a shoe suggestion for you... Try out the Merrell Nova or Moab Speed. Your feet may take to them well.Keep up the great work and I look forward to following your PCT journey.

Super review. thanks.

High tops kill my achilles tendon too when I am backpacking, but when I have no little to no weight on my back, I have no issues.

Gorgeousness! Your a rock star!

Try washing the black Under Armor shirt with a little white vinegar in the water. It should get the old smells out.

Good stuff

Truth about synthetic shirts holding the stench!! I have 3 that smell gross when I sweat in them.

Just got a pair of Darn Tough socks cuz of ur vidies/recommendation. BEST work socks ever!! Thanx for the intel ;) EDIT : hehe...just realized I'm actually wearing them now

I found some sketchers that I like but I had to change the insole after a month. I can't do zero drop either and these sketchers are higher at the heel and have great grip.

Me watching this video: watch 2 minutes - pause to look recommendation up. Repeat. Awesome video! Thanks so much!

@kellyhays23

Жыл бұрын

Hahah heck yes! I hope it helped!

Danke!

@kellyhays23

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

I love your cat. Looks just like my Casserole.

Very informative, loved the whole series! Question on the merino t-shirts and other layers, did you have any issues with the fabric "pilling" or snagging, especially from your pack straps? Look forward to your next adventures!

@kellyhays23

2 жыл бұрын

Not really!! It’s a little worth where the pack sits but all the layers held up nicely

@Reality_Filter

2 жыл бұрын

@@kellyhays23 Thank you! Eagerly awaiting more adventures and product reviews! Totally agree with you on zero drop shoes and Darn Tough socks!

Hey Kelly! Best hat on the trail! Wolf is my favorite Jerry guitar and is one of my favorite guitars period. Mayer played it last year at Citi field, what a show! Darn tough socks are the best, as is their guarantee/ warranty, but I feel bad taking back socks that I wore thru, even if they want you to, so when I do warranty a pair I buy a new pair too. I want to support the companies that support us so that’s why I do what I do. I wish those lone peaks you have were my size, they are my fav shoe and I just killed my last pair. I hope that people watch this entire video, it is so well done. 🙏 Thanks for bringing us along today. I hope tomorrow’s miles are kind. Keep truckin’ and be well. -Grateful

@kellyhays23

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Michael! I would def send the shoes to you if they were your size! I feel the same way about the socks too haha. And thank you so much, I put a lot of work into this video lol

@gratefulhikes

2 жыл бұрын

@@kellyhays23 unless you are a mens 15 they won’t fit 😂 but thank you. As for the video??MJ would be proud and inspired by your effort, commitment, kindness and love 🙏be well Kelly and thanks again.

Great tips, thank you. What size dry bag did you use?

ThAnK yOu for this! Most ppl don’t!

@belleyupable

2 жыл бұрын

Girl nvr just give a comment a thumbs up because you think you have to

Yo, 9 Lives!! I finally got a Melly! I'm in the club now. 😆

@kellyhays23

2 жыл бұрын

ayyyy congrats!!!!

Your cat is epic.

I been trying the same underwear and sports bra but I'm gonna have to switch them out cause hikers are making fun of me. 🤣 Rock On Chick 🤘

@kellyhays23

2 жыл бұрын

🤣😂

LoLed at the underwear swap. Dang girl I'd swap with you any time. ✌🏼

How was the Frogg Togg rain set? I bought a $30 Frogg Togg jacket to test out on my next rain day before investing in a much more expensive rain jacket. I know you said they’re not as durable. But did the set manage to keep you fully dry?

Fefe!!!!

What alternatives are there to wool ? I am allergic!

App-Uh-Latch-En 😀

@kellyhays23

2 жыл бұрын

No lol

Your cat is so cute I just want to pet her ha ha

This is a great list. I'm curious though, why only one underwear, but three socks?

@kellyhays23

2 жыл бұрын

2 hiking socks and one sleep sock. Socks are important bc your feet are high impact all day everyday. I wanted to try to have socks that were dry for my feet health. Plus if my underwear got too gross I kinda had a second pair in those shorts or I just wouldn’t wear any

My feet grew in size, from 9.5D to 12Wide. There are 28 bones in the foot and walking distance, carrying weight, causes foot bones to spread out and flatten. This adaptation is painful for some.

Kitty was acting kinda sus. 😂 🐈

@kellyhays23

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

If you all like Kelly, you need to subscribe to "Walking Tapeworm." He's on the AT finishing his triple crown! They are both AWESOME!

Try laundry stripping to get the funk out.

That cat only has eyes from the front.

Quotable quote: "I hate feet".

@kellyhays23

2 жыл бұрын

hahahha its so true tho

Your cat is trying to upstage you.

@kellyhays23

2 жыл бұрын

hahahahha right!

trash bags all the way