The early bird catches the worm…
When I received another application for a Thruhike in August 2021, I first thought it was a joke. But Louder was serious and started south from his front door on August 7, 2021. Running the “Flip Flop” route was a sensible and good decision. I am thrilled that Louder was able to finish the entire NST in just 117 days. Since next year’s NST will be a good 124 mi longer, I’m sure Louder’s record will stay with us for a while. But thruhiking is not about speed records, it’s about long distance hiking itself and having fun with nature. So dear Louder, welcome to the Hall of Fame and to all the other thruhikers of the class of 2021, including the many who didn’t make it to the end, I wish you all the best and health and never forget….
“no pain, no mess, no Haldenwanger Eck”.
Congratulations!

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