On the east coast it was probably pouson ivy rather than poison oak. Poison ivy has three leaflets on each leaf and makes thick hairy stems when it climbs up the side of trees. Older vines on trees will put out their own branches away from the trumk. Vurginia creeper is another possibilty and would not be concerning. It has five leafkets on each leaf. It climbs trees with thicker trndrils, but lacks the hairy look of poison ivy. It tends to climb trees and their limbs bu wraping around trees many times, bit does not me make indepependent branches.
I met a guy walking in North Dakota on one of my bicycle trips who was a sign painter by trade. He had a two wheel cart that he pushed along the road. He said that in parts of Wyoming, he would get stuff thrown at him as he walked along. He said that he found out why this was happening, It was because people out there thought he was a Mormon Bishop reenacting the cart trains of Mormon settlers that traveled over the Mormon trail. A couple of hundred of the Cart people froze to death before reaching Salt Lake City one year.
When I was a more avid runner, Butt Paste was my nickname because I used the stuff so much. But it's really better for healing it after it's occurred rather than preventing it. These days, I swear by Squirrel's Nut Butter. Apply it in the morning, good to go for the day.
Have you tried using Glide to combat chaffing? You can get it at running stores. I've used it for running long distance and it is the only thing that really works for me. I use it for hiking too. Also works on feet to prevent hotspots. Highly recommend it. Comes in a deodorant type stick. Put it on liberally in areas subject to chaffing. Reapply halfway through the day or every three to four hours if really hot day.
I have tried a few different things and for a while I was using a chaffe stick. I found I couldn’t apply it quite as thick as I really needed at some point and switch back to a cream.
Poison oak only exists on the west coast (OK, that is where you are from so you are excused). Poison ivy on the east coast, but same urushiol which causes the rash. Poison Ivy actually has a good reason for being. Poison Ivy climbs trees - that is those very hairy vines - and when it does, it will bloom at the top and produce lots of gray berries which are great food for birds.
I’ve heard good things about those but I’m not really the biggest fan of Tolkien. I’ve read them and keep up on enough deep lore from the supporting books to tease Jen about her childhood fantasy reads. Vs I grew up reading things like Dragonlance and Death Gate. Which sadly will never get a halfway decent audio performance
So many run down and in need of maintenance houses and mobile homes. Some look like they could be nice if some effort was made. It'll be interesting to see how different (or not) things will be in other states as you move west.
In cities, substandard housing tends to be multistory buildings, while single family housing tends to be so expensive only those who can afford to maintain them properly can afford to buy them. In rural areas, almost everyone lives in a single family home, including the very poor.
It can be hard to find, but the only thing that ever worked for me with chaffing was witch doctor. It's a witch hazel gel from the UK that I buy in bulk when I find it on Amazon 😂
Thanks! My music tastes get described as somewhat eclectic but as far as the morning music it’s usually a lot of higher tempo stuff to get me moving. Lots of Wigwam and pop type songs
A meal at Subway always tastes amazing after being on trail. Do you have a go to selection or do you mix it up? Hot or cold sub? By the way love the video snippets thru the tunnels. -Geo
Well, first time I've heard a comparison of staring at a Mr. Pibb with staring at cleavage. Yup, that's a new one. Dr. Pepper and cleavage, sure, but Mr. Pibb? Well, someone has already been on the trail too long when soft drinks figure into one's dreams! Cheers, and hike on (and hope that no poison oak infection appeared). Hike on! Tortoise
I never have. I don’t know how many miles my previous tent had, but it had a lot. I find the bigger moisture issue as always humidity or lack of ventilation from the inside.
Is the chafing issue in addition to a separate issue from jock itch? I am seldom plagued with either one. But I have always found the sure shot. Cure to be 3 days and nights at a Holiday Inn. Express sitting out by the pool with plenty of UV exposure. 😉 But seriously. Is it more of a friction and moisture issue or a fungal issue?
I’ve had fungal issues before. See the Suwannee paddle. Hiking it’s usually run of the mill chaffing though it’s different depending on the location and weather conditions. Time off cures everything but alas, always on a weather based time limit
All you can do is be respectful and empathetic to women who are nervous, which you are. ultimately women have to be on the defense. It’s not because you’re necessarily doing anything wrong though. I wonder if a TH-cam logo patch would help. That and a cross that’s visible. I know I wouldn’t want to wear one, but they work. My buddy hitch hiked across the country, and his Christian college id did help. lol you could do a Velcro patch and just take it off when you don’t need it. I knew someone that would keep a cowboy hat on his dash while road tripping to look more like a good ol boy. I have a Remington camo hat I put on my dash when I road trip. When in Rome! lol
I point out to Jen that horror movies these days make characters influencers as a shorthand for bad people that you feel no pity for when they die. I think a TH-cam patch might backfire…
I heard there were arguments on TH-cam comments. But, I have only come to ask you. Exactly how do you place your order for your favorite sub at Subway? Starting with the bread of course. Also, Do you still carry that cute little Digital thermometer?
I don’t have the Govee sensor with me any more. Got it out of curiosity when it was getting cold in Colorado but it was an extra thing with a non rechargeable battery. Ideally I’d find something I could have around without it being an extra hassle but ah well
Day 28. Used too much butter to fry up eggs…felling gross. The tunnels give me a bit of anxiety. I have had a run in or two with homeless guys “claiming” the tunnels. Prior to these tunnels, any issues?
i've done the NBRT and have to agree that the toilet placement is odd...compared to the reliable picnic benches along the trail. am surprised you did not have a visit from the state park ranger as they always used to drive through once a day
I used to do long distance cycling and I’m well aware of udder butter and others. I’ve tried a number of different ones while hiking but I’ve found what worked for me in one climate often doesn’t in another so I switch around. I’m currently using something called butt paste
Thanks, Matt. Another enjoyable vlog. Love rail tunnels and people’s houses along the way. Your campsite looked stealthy and safe so I hope you enjoy a nice sleep 🥾⛰️👍
For a professional hiker that has spent the majority of the last 4-5 years on one trail or another you consistently come off as someone that really hates what they are doing. I've watched every episode of every single one of your hikes and all you ever do is bitch, moan, and complain. I don't know if I've ever heard you express happiness or joy about what you are doing. If it makes you so miserable why are you constantly doing it? If it brings you happiness and joy why do you never, ever express it?
@@fruity_hiker I enjoy seeing the trails he hikes. I appreciate that he does them the right way, without shortcuts or other types of cheating. I find his obsession with camping alone abd not stelthing odd bordering on ocd but to each his own I guess .I just think it's weird that he only ever complains. He never, ever seems to be enjoying himself which is really strange for someone who's entire existence revolves around long distance hiking.
@@mjeh1 I haven't watched every single one of his videos, but I've seen him express joy and fascination many times. He's usually not super demonstrative about it, but still. He's talked about his mental health struggles in several videos, and how much hiking helps with his symptoms. As someone who struggles with depression and anxiety myself, I find it very relatable.
@@fruity_hiker The only time he is ever anything but negative is when his lady friend is with him. Other than that his entire narrative is one complaint, problem or discomfort after another. I certainly recognize that he is free to tell his story and hike his hike any way he wishes it just seems like he doesn't like doing what he has made the center of his universe.
You are a terrible human. If you don't like it, watch something else, or at least be quiet. People like you need to learn the advice, "If you don't have something nice to say, don't say anything at all," it's especially true when the other person has done nothing to you. It's shocking that you don't realize what a jerk comment this is.
This may be off topic but, those train tunnels are so well-built. You don't often see craftsmanship like that today. I hope you are doing well.
On the east coast it was probably pouson ivy rather than poison oak. Poison ivy has three leaflets on each leaf and makes thick hairy stems when it climbs up the side of trees. Older vines on trees will put out their own branches away from the trumk. Vurginia creeper is another possibilty and would not be concerning. It has five leafkets on each leaf. It climbs trees with thicker trndrils, but lacks the hairy look of poison ivy. It tends to climb trees and their limbs bu wraping around trees many times, bit does not me make indepependent branches.
Those tunnels looked scary to hike through alone !!
I have ridden part of this beautiful trail - and intend to ride the whole thing in episodes over a few months. Autumn is the best time.
It's all in the name. I enjoy Matt's humorous sarcasm. He is enjoying it!
Mush Matty Mush!!!!💪💪💪
The things making the noise are called spring peepers - little frogs.
Cute name for something loud enough to cause hearing damage...
Im living vicariously through your hike but the tunnels and the derelict houses creep me out.
Tree Frogs most likely. You may have Cicadas coming around Illinois. BCM
Called peepers for obvious reasons.
Thanks, you are doing great. ✌🏻👊🏼
I'm getting the impression Subway should be sponsoring you on this hike.
Bag Balm - great for your chafing issues
Keeping my eyes open for you hiking through Cincy... Cheers!
I met a guy walking in North Dakota on one of my bicycle trips who was a sign painter by trade. He had a two wheel cart that he pushed along the road. He said that in parts of Wyoming, he would get stuff thrown at him as he walked along. He said that he found out why this was happening, It was because people out there thought he was a Mormon Bishop reenacting the cart trains of Mormon settlers that traveled over the Mormon trail. A couple of hundred of the Cart people froze to death before reaching Salt Lake City one year.
When I was a more avid runner, Butt Paste was my nickname because I used the stuff so much. But it's really better for healing it after it's occurred rather than preventing it. These days, I swear by Squirrel's Nut Butter. Apply it in the morning, good to go for the day.
Have you tried using Glide to combat chaffing? You can get it at running stores. I've used it for running long distance and it is the only thing that really works for me. I use it for hiking too. Also works on feet to prevent hotspots. Highly recommend it. Comes in a deodorant type stick. Put it on liberally in areas subject to chaffing. Reapply halfway through the day or every three to four hours if really hot day.
The cycle version works well too. Has vitamins added.
I have tried a few different things and for a while I was using a chaffe stick. I found I couldn’t apply it quite as thick as I really needed at some point and switch back to a cream.
@@FirstChurchofTheMasochistHikesI second Body Glide. Only thing that works for me.
What you heard were peepers which will turn into frogs
Nice video. Kool RR tunnels. Happy Trails. Good Luck, Rick
Poison oak only exists on the west coast (OK, that is where you are from so you are excused). Poison ivy on the east coast, but same urushiol which causes the rash. Poison Ivy actually has a good reason for being. Poison Ivy climbs trees - that is those very hairy vines - and when it does, it will bloom at the top and produce lots of gray berries which are great food for birds.
Came here to say poison oak is out west.
Have you heard Andy Serkis' LOTR audiobooks? He did an amazing job breathing new life in to the books with his performance. Happy hiking! ❤
I’ve heard good things about those but I’m not really the biggest fan of Tolkien. I’ve read them and keep up on enough deep lore from the supporting books to tease Jen about her childhood fantasy reads. Vs I grew up reading things like Dragonlance and Death Gate. Which sadly will never get a halfway decent audio performance
So many run down and in need of maintenance houses and mobile homes. Some look like they could be nice if some effort was made. It'll be interesting to see how different (or not) things will be in other states as you move west.
Yea, sadly lots of that in rural areas.
In cities, substandard housing tends to be multistory buildings, while single family housing tends to be so expensive only those who can afford to maintain them properly can afford to buy them. In rural areas, almost everyone lives in a single family home, including the very poor.
Nice trail . Think your food carries must be a little bit on the heavy side now in Ohio . Dont see mutch towns on the map.Good luck .Keep it on .
It can be hard to find, but the only thing that ever worked for me with chaffing was witch doctor. It's a witch hazel gel from the UK that I buy in bulk when I find it on Amazon 😂
I really enjoy your videos, been watching since the Florida trail. Curious what kind of music do you enjoy when you hike?
Thanks! My music tastes get described as somewhat eclectic but as far as the morning music it’s usually a lot of higher tempo stuff to get me moving. Lots of Wigwam and pop type songs
There is a light at the end of the tunnels
A meal at Subway always tastes amazing after being on trail. Do you have a go to selection or do you mix it up? Hot or cold sub? By the way love the video snippets thru the tunnels.
-Geo
I just get Turkey. Fast and mild enough I generally don’t have post meal regrets when I keep hiking
Hey Matt. Walk on.
Hopefully you can experience the cicada emergence.
I got to see one of those when I was doing the Key West Canada thing. I’m currently in Ohio so I don’t know if I’m still in the zone for it.
Well, first time I've heard a comparison of staring at a Mr. Pibb with staring at cleavage. Yup, that's a new one. Dr. Pepper and cleavage, sure, but Mr. Pibb? Well, someone has already been on the trail too long when soft drinks figure into one's dreams! Cheers, and hike on (and hope that no poison oak infection appeared). Hike on! Tortoise
With so many miles on your tent have you had to reapply waterproofing to the fly?
I never have. I don’t know how many miles my previous tent had, but it had a lot. I find the bigger moisture issue as always humidity or lack of ventilation from the inside.
Ive heard of a product called chub rub...that may help with your chaffing
I would be worried about running into a ghost train in those tunnels.
Is the chafing issue in addition to a separate issue from jock itch? I am seldom plagued with either one. But I have always found the sure shot. Cure to be 3 days and nights at a Holiday Inn. Express sitting out by the pool with plenty of UV exposure. 😉 But seriously. Is it more of a friction and moisture issue or a fungal issue?
I’ve had fungal issues before. See the Suwannee paddle. Hiking it’s usually run of the mill chaffing though it’s different depending on the location and weather conditions. Time off cures everything but alas, always on a weather based time limit
All you can do is be respectful and empathetic to women who are nervous, which you are. ultimately women have to be on the defense. It’s not because you’re necessarily doing anything wrong though.
I wonder if a TH-cam logo patch would help. That and a cross that’s visible. I know I wouldn’t want to wear one, but they work. My buddy hitch hiked across the country, and his Christian college id did help. lol you could do a Velcro patch and just take it off when you don’t need it. I knew someone that would keep a cowboy hat on his dash while road tripping to look more like a good ol boy. I have a Remington camo hat I put on my dash when I road trip. When in Rome! lol
I point out to Jen that horror movies these days make characters influencers as a shorthand for bad people that you feel no pity for when they die. I think a TH-cam patch might backfire…
@@FirstChurchofTheMasochistHikes good point. Cross it is! 😂
Monistat powder gel!
Great stuff in hot weather!
I heard there were arguments on TH-cam comments. But, I have only come to ask you. Exactly how do you place your order for your favorite sub at Subway? Starting with the bread of course.
Also, Do you still carry that cute little Digital thermometer?
I don’t have the Govee sensor with me any more. Got it out of curiosity when it was getting cold in Colorado but it was an extra thing with a non rechargeable battery. Ideally I’d find something I could have around without it being an extra hassle but ah well
Peepers/tree frogs is whst the noise is.
Day 28. Used too much butter to fry up eggs…felling gross. The tunnels give me a bit of anxiety. I have had a run in or two with homeless guys “claiming” the tunnels. Prior to these tunnels, any issues?
Eucerin. Really.
😎☮
i've done the NBRT and have to agree that the toilet placement is odd...compared to the reliable picnic benches along the trail. am surprised you did not have a visit from the state park ranger as they always used to drive through once a day
Hi, re the rash? Have you tried cycling chamois creme? I’ve also heard of cyclists using the same product that farmers use on cow udders. Happy trails
I used to do long distance cycling and I’m well aware of udder butter and others. I’ve tried a number of different ones while hiking but I’ve found what worked for me in one climate often doesn’t in another so I switch around. I’m currently using something called butt paste
@@FirstChurchofTheMasochistHikes sounds like moist Monkey Butt Powder.
Thanks, Matt. Another enjoyable vlog. Love rail tunnels and people’s houses along the way. Your campsite looked stealthy and safe so I hope you enjoy a nice sleep 🥾⛰️👍
Vibe..is probably because your from California..not well liked in the Fly Over States..thanks
For a professional hiker that has spent the majority of the last 4-5 years on one trail or another you consistently come off as someone that really hates what they are doing. I've watched every episode of every single one of your hikes and all you ever do is bitch, moan, and complain. I don't know if I've ever heard you express happiness or joy about what you are doing. If it makes you so miserable why are you constantly doing it? If it brings you happiness and joy why do you never, ever express it?
Why do you watch every single video if they irk you so much? You can choose to watch something different!
@@fruity_hiker I enjoy seeing the trails he hikes. I appreciate that he does them the right way, without shortcuts or other types of cheating. I find his obsession with camping alone abd not stelthing odd bordering on ocd but to each his own I guess .I just think it's weird that he only ever complains. He never, ever seems to be enjoying himself which is really strange for someone who's entire existence revolves around long distance hiking.
@@mjeh1 I haven't watched every single one of his videos, but I've seen him express joy and fascination many times. He's usually not super demonstrative about it, but still. He's talked about his mental health struggles in several videos, and how much hiking helps with his symptoms. As someone who struggles with depression and anxiety myself, I find it very relatable.
@@fruity_hiker The only time he is ever anything but negative is when his lady friend is with him. Other than that his entire narrative is one complaint, problem or discomfort after another. I certainly recognize that he is free to tell his story and hike his hike any way he wishes it just seems like he doesn't like doing what he has made the center of his universe.
You are a terrible human. If you don't like it, watch something else, or at least be quiet. People like you need to learn the advice, "If you don't have something nice to say, don't say anything at all," it's especially true when the other person has done nothing to you. It's shocking that you don't realize what a jerk comment this is.