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Lol not all people who are dirty, hitchhike and ride freight have disease. Just like not every chick you pick up with a one-liner at a bar who says, "I normally don't do this" is telling the truth, and doesn't have an STD. Anyone can have disease and this is pretty offensive to anyone who...

Be respectful, hand over your ID and as long as you're nice I've never had any issues. I've had my ID run in Pensacola, FL for walking with a backpack, in WI for walking down the highway to the gas station and in St. George, UT for hitchhiking. They all were nice, said because I was cool just...

I just enjoying reading people's poetry and writings from the road. They normally have pretty good shit because its honest and real, but I realize the blog thing is impractical for some and others just dont like posting to the net. Figured it was worth a shot. There's only so many books to...

First article is in 2012...second article is 2017...that is a five year separation. How is one still 16 five years later when they violate probation. What are you not understanding about probation violation? I already said I didn't agree with it. As for the wife statement I was drinking a...

Yes, I agree. I agree that the homeless are discriminated against countlessly across the country. After all, I have been on and off homeless for 4 years now. However, squatting in a meth lab where a cop was killed, and then getting probation violations = prison time. Privilege or not, the...

Are there any wordpress blogs out there that have stories about tramping, riding trains, bicycle touring, etc. I used to read Johnny P's blog called the Dirty Journals, but he took it down. I haven't quite found anything like it aside from a prose poetry blog, which I also read from time to...

16 or not you're squatting in a meth house where a police officer was killed...you're going to do time. The other people are serving life or 30+ years. Though I don't think herb is a big deal, if you're on probation already, use some common sense. The sentence got extended because they wanted...

Thanks for posting this...I checked out that blog and there is a very interesting read about the Unabomber Manifesto. It seems like it'll be a good read for tomorrow. I never would have stumbled upon it otherwise.

I will have to read Ginsberg and Burroughs then. I read 75% of On the Road and never finished it...I found it quite boring. As for Kerouac being pretentious I think that applies to writers in general, myself included. You're not trying to impress per say, but you leave out a lot of the dull...

Not sure when that will be...I'm working atm to save money for New Zealand and we wanna hike the Appalachian Trail as well. I'll be back out there at some point. Money just makes ridin' easier, it's not necessary. It would be rad to ride in NZ...I'd also like to ride through Canada. Guess...

Thanks man. I don't know about that. Most of these stories are just what I write on my phone on my down time waiting for the train. Whenever you get money involved in hobbies it always complicates things. As for photography it's point and shoot. I'm too afraid to save money and get a decent...

No problem. I have a 43 Liter and it seems to be more than enough space. Each person is different though and it also depends on what time of year you travel. I pack a little heavier since I travel fall, winter and spring, and work in the summer. Good luck.

For backpacks I'd go with something from the army navy surplus store or a 5.11 tactical bag. REI/hiking backpacks suck imo because they aren't made for constant usage. This is just my personal experience. The material might be a little heavier but its more durable and lasts longer. As for...

Northern Florida is awesome. We had such a great time riding from Pensacola to Baldwin, FL. The scenery was amazing.

Below I have posted links to my blog posts written about my recent travels riding trains over the past 5 months, with some hitchhiking. Pictures are also included. They are scattered about, but I tried to keep them in order. I am heading back to work in a few weeks as my travels come to an...

I read books, write and catch the next train to a new town. Cities suck.

I will be posting a huge thread on StP shortly with pictures of my recent travels train hopping so you can see stills from it there. The stills are good for action shots, but anything far off in the distance they are not since you cannot zoom. I like the GoPro because it's small, compact and...

Do you recommend any kind of mounts? I have a Hero 4 Black and really enjoy it. I just need to buy a Mic, more batteries and a mount of some kind, once I start work shortly. Thanks for the links though. I'm gonna refer back to this when I have an address. This is a similar question you...

Do not buy a Hero 5. I hear they are shit because the case is built into it. If you're looking to buy this for documentary type footage you need to buy a Mic. I have a Hero 4 I nabbed at wholesale price before 3point5.com took them down and I like it. You can take some pretty cool night...

I use a 5.11 tactical 43 liter bag. I've been using it for the last few months riding trains in all kinds of weather and it still looks brand new. I did break the plastic buckle on the strap, but it's nothing duct tape can't fix. I've found I can use it to travel with all my cold gear, a...

Riding trains outta Eugene in January during a snowstorm where I nearly lost my toes due to shitty boots. Walking through West Memphis late at night to catch a train to Springfield, MO. And nearly getting dumped on loaded gravel in Cocoa, FL after riding FEC late at night...we fell asleep...

Walking with a backpack in America is different than other countries. People look down on you, that's just the way it is. We all get lumped together, whether we're out there for adventure, scenery, out of work, or because we have no other choice. What the article fails to realize is if you...

4 years ago I rode my bicycle from Delaware to Colorado. I remember sleeping under an abandoned 18 wheeler off the side of the road as I entered Maryland. A crew of truckers came in and shot the shit at 3 am and they were a few feet away from me, almost made me shit my pants in fear. I remember...

Stay warm and dry bud and if I'm ever in the area we will kick it and I'll buy you a beer. Congrats on sorting everything out.

Nice man when I have a place to live in a few months and an address I will def get a copy. I knew you had been working on a book. Congrats on finally finishing it. I too have been trying to compile something, but I always end up putting it off, traveling more and trying to figure out how to...

I had a Whisperlite before. You can burn any type of fuel but if you swap and switch you might clog the fuel line and have to clean it...its been a while but I believe you can get the cleaning kit with purchase. Mine lasted for a few years until it corroded away. Think it was just a defective...

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Thanks man. I look forward to seeing some of your pics and what all you fit into it. Which size did you get?

I would never go with Oakley, but if it works...it works. I agree with Art though you are kind of asking to get mugged, whether you have a knife or not. For me personally I have recently decided to steer clear of brands like Oakley and REI...imo they are geared towards day backpacking...

This is more on an overseas scale, but what you said is fucked up and honestly I would not be surprised if it's true. Human trafficking is a worldwide market, but more likely they are on the run for other reasons, maybe murder? Not sure. Drugs are different on everyone so I'm not gonna lump all...

I didn't feel like dedicating a whole thread to this, but here is some footage from my recent rides from Eugene > Bakersfield > Birmingham with some random footage from rides last year.

Yeah my feet are paying the price atm, but I'm in Tucson now heading east so it's much warmer now. Thanks I really appreciate the kind words. I enjoy writing about my travels along with reading others adventures. It keeps me occupied on the road when I'm just waiting around or soaking in the...

Just a short video of my time in Hawaii over the past few months with my wife. I am highly considering going back there to check out the Big Island and Molokai when we have the money, the only islands we never got the chance to explore. If you are considering heading out there you won't regret...

Probably a combination of what you both said plus the shit weather. It was raining, windy and cold af. It's a shame that one field is blown up.

Yeah man it was cold and I didn't have the gear. My toes are still kinda fucked, but they'll be fine. It'll just take some time. As for Colton we got kinda lucky and called in a train as it was rolling, caught it on the fly. We were gonna ride outta Tucson but ended up hitching North to...

"Just some travel writing of my recent experiences riding trains and going nowhere wandering around. It's a pretty long read, covers up to Colton, CA." After working and bumming around Hawaii for the past few months my world changed as I entered Seattle as if leaving a dream. Going from a...

Not to be mean, but without a story behind the pictures what does this have to do with Sucuri (Patrick)? He was a pretty epic survivalist, exploring the Amazon for two years. I enjoyed following his adventures and his travel writing on his journey. So if you have a story that involves him...

Said 10 hours or so. But it sucks walking in this shit cuz the on-ramps have no shoulder with the snow. Got lucky and hitched a public transit bus. My boots kinda suck so that's why I'm dreading this, but it is all good. I think later in the week is supposes to be 50s so the snow and ice should...

I am right outside of Portland near a sideout...hoping one goes to Hermiston. Dunno where you are but if it's freezing rain unless you can find a rideable unit with cover you might wanna just hitch.

I think sometimes it is refreshing to sit back and relax by letting my mind wander through the words that flow freely about my travels. So should you blog? Yes, definitely. It does not matter if people read it. I've found myself looking back on my writing and reflecting on past experiences. It...

@Kim Chee if I end up in Hawaii next year for temp work I will definitely head to Big Island to check it out there. If you still need help clearing the land I'll give you a hand for free man. Congrats on the property.

Dude this looks so awesome man. This is about the size of something I would want. Looks nice man. Glad it worked out.

Inter island yes...but a few thousand mile journey on a raft from discarded materials? Sounds like you would need prior sailing experience, navigational sense and a lot of luck. Then again the Polynesians came over in canoes. I guess it's how extreme you wanna do it.

Fuck Crescent City. Place sucked to hitch out of and there is an endless supply of tweakers. Nice guide though. That was actually where I ended up hitching a ride last year when I was hitching up through Cali.

Hitched a ride with a group of hippies to Laytonville. Pockets, Bumble Bee and Mathis, and two girls. They all gas jugged at each town we were in...let me off in Laytonville and hooked me up with a free eighth of weed and a hit of some damn good acid in exchange for a 2008 Atlas that was given...

I don't believe this is free anymore. I never made it to Big Island, but I believe they did away with this recently as homebums took it to far by riding the buses the whole day.

Fly out of Seattle when its not around christmas or the new year and you should find a price under $200. I am flying back on the 12th of January for $154 to Seattle. Book with Delta because they suck and if they overbook make sure you offer up your seat...they normally give like 200 to 400 in...

Blind Man - Getting picked up at night without seeing the driver's face Master Williams - Getting picked up by a butler Hōkūleʻa - Hitchhiking around all the Hawaiian Islands Car Surfing - Riding in a pickup bed in the rain. That's the best I have for now.

I got picked up by a Malaysian guy on Highway 1 a few years ago with his Butler driving us to his resort town in a Range Rover. Actually stayed on his beachfront property a few days near Port Dickson. It was badass.

Thanks man. I really liked it here. I Thanks man. I didn't have much time to write during the month. I felt like the last bit of days were pretty epic though.