10 Tips to Guarantee Success on the John Muir Trail

Hey Friends! Planning to hike the legendary John Muir Trail? In this video, I share 10 essential tips to guarantee success on your JMT adventure—whether you're a first-time thru-hiker or a seasoned backpacker. From permit strategies and gear recommendations to food planning, altitude prep, and daily mileage advice, these trail-tested tips will help you stay safe, efficient, and fully prepared for the challenges of the Sierra. Even if you're just dreaming of the JMT, this video offers valuable insight and inspiration. Subscribe for more hiking tips, backpacking gear reviews, and trail-tested advice from my own adventures. Gear Discussed: Hiking Gaiters: https://amzn.to/4caPoIh XOToes Toe Socks: https://www.garagegrowngear.com/produ... ---------------------------------------------------------- My Gear: Thermarest Neoair Xlite NXT Max: https://amzn.to/4kLxv71 Trekology 2.0 Pillow: https://amzn.to/3FAbsjt TOAKS Titanium 750ml Pot: https://amzn.to/4kWEk5t TOAKS Titanium Long Handle Spoon: https://amzn.to/4ixredg BRS 3000t Ultralight Stove: https://amzn.to/4kUKbbr Swedish Cloth: https://amzn.to/4bSci72 BearVault BV500 Canister: https://amzn.to/4ixvF7K Katadyn BeFree 1.0L Water Filter: https://amzn.to/3FAbOGP Bogler Ultralight Trowel: https://amzn.to/4iaU7Mr Summit Suds Powdered Soap: https://amzn.to/3FyXOgx Mini Snap Top Plastic Bottle (for soap): https://amzn.to/3Fxz8VD Unpaste Toothpaste Tablets: https://amzn.to/3DUGIJh Mini Victorinox Classic Swiss Army Knife: https://amzn.to/41vFEUa Electronics: DJI Pocket Osmo 3: https://amzn.to/3QVjNRi Insta360 X4: https://amzn.to/3DMkvgN Nitecore Carbo 20000mAh Lightweight 2 Power Bank: https://amzn.to/3DXSVgi inCharge XL 6-in-1 Multi Charging Cable: https://amzn.to/41QdkMh Nitecore NU25 400 UL Ultra Lightweight Headlamp: https://amzn.to/41Ls2UI Garmin inReach Mini 2: https://amzn.to/4kAYVML Clothing: Outdoor Research Echo Sun Hoodie: https://amzn.to/4iay6gG Nike Men's Challenger Dri-fit 5" Lined Running Shorts: https://amzn.to/4kq1S2B Topo Athletic Pursuits: https://amzn.to/4i7MmXx ---------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Hey Friends! Tip 1 - 0:57 Tip 2 - 2:05 Tip 3 - 3:06 Tip 4 - 4:56 Tip 5 - 6:55 Tip 6 - 7:54 Tip 7 - 9:00 Tip 8 - 10:11 Tip 9 - 11:50 Tip 10 - 13:12 Wrap Up - 14:54 ---------------------------------------------------------- #hiking #thruhiking #backpacking #johnmuirtrail #jmt #hikingtips