The John Muir Trail is known as one of the most brutal FKTs on a thru-hike to nab in the United States; especially if you’re going for the fastest known time on that trail. It’s short enough to need speed. But the terrain and elevation gain is tough enough to challenge even the most seasoned thru-hiker.
So, when Jeff Garmire ventured out to break the unsupported FKT for the JMT, he knew he was in for a challenge. But despite the difficulty of it all, Jeff got it done and secured the FKT in 3 days, 47 minutes, and 56 seconds.
Jeff Garmire is one of the most accomplished thru-hikers of all time, having over 15 FKTs under his belt, including ones on the Arizona Trail, Colorado Trail, Long Trail, and now, the JMT. He has also completed the Calender Year Triple Crown, which consists of completing the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail all in one calendar year.
He is also the author of the book, Free Outside, which chronicles his Calendar Year Triple Crown Journey.
In this episode, Jeff breaks down the details, stories, and challenges he faced on his JMT unsupported FKT. Plus, he shares how he was able to get over the mental challenges that came from starting and completing the challenge. And he shares the importance of doing big challenges that scare the heck out of you.
This is an episode you do not want to miss!
Jeff is also coming out with a new film called Free Outside, which documents his unsupported FKT of the Colorado Trail in an epic production that captures the challenge in a way where no unsupported FKT has been documented before.
Here’s the link to check out the trailer for Free Outside: https://freeoutside.com/film/
Follow Jeff on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreeoutside/
Check out Jeff’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1733487506/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1733487506&linkCode=as2&tag=gar151520-20&linkId=6bee6188005501a108671fe727591857
Follow Joe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joecorcione/