Episode

The FKT Debate: Should You Slow Down on the Trail?

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Gear Abby: An Outdoor Advice Column For Your Ears
Published
Jul 24, 2026
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2798
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Summary

This week on Gear Abby: Should backpacking be about slowing down or moving as fast as possible? Shawnté and Colin debate FKTs, explain the difference between trail angels and trail service providers, and welcome Lloyd Vogel of Garage Grown Gear to talk about ultralight backpacking, base weight, and the gear that's actually worth carrying. Plus: bison, British accents, and frozen Snickers. Got a question? Set an email FKT and send it to [email protected]. Gear Abby is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.