HikerBeta

Beta. For hikers.

Hello, my name is Daniel Winsor. I hiked the Pacific Crest Trail in 2017 under the trail name "Beta". This website is a snarky, rather judgemental reflection of my eye-opening experience on the PCT. I also create articles and gear reviews on the subject of thru-hiking.

There are plenty of websites out there romanticizing the PCT experience… this isn’t one of them. Enjoy!

The Sierra Shift: Snow Traction.

November 11, 2017 by Daniel Winsor

Snow traction gear choices to enter the Pacific Crest Trail on a high snow year. Crampons vs Microspikes vs Snowshoes. Boots vs Trail-runners. Ice axe vs Whippet.

The Sierra Shift: The Big Three: Tent, Backpack, and Sleeping Bag/Pad.

November 11, 2017 by Daniel Winsor

Shifting gear to enter the Pacific Crest Trail on a high snow year: Tent, stakes, backpack, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, and sleeping clothes.

Electronics

October 14, 2017 by Daniel Winsor

Electronics used on the Pacific Crest Trail in 2017. What worked and what didn't.

The Big Three: Backpack, Tent, and Sleeping Bag/Pad.

October 11, 2017 by Daniel Winsor

The Big Three: Backpack, Tent, Sleeping Bag/Pad used on the Pacific Crest Trail in 2017.