The ONE Thing I’d Do Differently on the Tahoe Rim Trail (And What You Should Consider)

After hiking the entire Tahoe Rim Trail solo, there’s one big thing I’d do differently if I did it again. This video breaks down how starting at a different trailhead could have changed my first few days, water strategy, and overall experience. Whether you’re planning your first TRT thru-hike or refining your route, these lessons will help you hike smarter and avoid the mistakes I made on my 170-mile journey. #tahoerimtrail #thruhike #backpacking ---------------------------------------------------------- Some of the links in this description are affiliate links, meaning I earn a small commission if you make a purchase through them. It helps support the channel at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support! ---------------------------------------------------------- Ways to Support the Channel: Venmo: @colbyonthetrail ---------------------------------------------------------- Discount Codes: Tell Your Trail 12% off: ColbyontheTrail12 https://tellyourtrail.com/?ref=ColbyontheTrail12 Hilltop Packs 10% off: COLBYONTHETRAIL https://hilltoppacks.com/colbyonthetrail Backcountry Foodie 20% off: COLBYONTHETRAIL https://backcountryfoodie.com/aff/73/ ---------------------------------------------------------- My Favorite Gear: Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.to/4kLxv71 Titanium 750ml Pot: https://amzn.to/4kWEk5t Ultralight Stove: https://amzn.to/4kUKbbr Water Filter: https://amzn.to/4o45itc Ultralight Trowel: https://amzn.to/4iaU7Mr Summit Suds Powdered Soap: https://amzn.to/3FyXOgx Unpaste Toothpaste Tablets: https://amzn.to/3DUGIJh Outdoor Research Echo Sun Hoodie: https://amzn.to/4iay6gG Nike Men's Challenger Dri-fit 5" Lined Running Shorts: https://amzn.to/4kq1S2B Garmin inReach Mini 2: https://amzn.to/4kAYVML inCharge XL 6-in-1 Multi Charging Cable: https://amzn.to/41QdkMh Camera Gear: DJI Pocket Osmo 3: https://amzn.to/3QVjNRi Insta360 X5: https://amzn.to/4qm7qOw Sony A6700: https://amzn.to/4qkKwa5 Sony G Master 16-55mm Lens: https://amzn.to/48F3Icv ---------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro & Why This Matters 2:17 - My Original Tahoe Rim Trail Plan 3:50 - The One Big Thing I’d Do Differently 5:30 - How It Would Have Changed My Early Miles 8:48 - What It Means for the Final Section of the Trail 10:59 - Looking Back on That Decision 12:00 Final Thoughts & Takeaways ---------------------------------------------------------- #hiking #thruhiking #backpacking