Live Ultralight Podcast | Backpacking, Travel, and Adventure
208 episodes - English - Latest episode: 24 days ago - ★★★★★ - 234 ratingsThe Live Ultralight Podcast is all about inspiring you to get outdoors and teaching you how to lighten your pack so you can go on more adventures.
We largely focus on backpacking and things that are interesting to backpackers, but occasionally we delve into other adventure and travel topics as well. In addition, we aim to feature interesting and inspiring guests all around the backpacking, travel, and adventure space.
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EP 171 - Age Is No Barrier: Hunter Leininger's Quest for Adventure
March 26, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBHunter Leininger is an endurance sport multihyphenate. He's an ultrarunner, mountaineer, mountain biker, content creator, and reality TV star. The eager son of an endurance athlete, Hunter set his first World Record by becoming the Youngest Finisher of the 24 Hour National Championship at the age of 11 and has since set records and FKTs in expedition racing, adventure racing, mountain biking endurance races, and Ultrarunning. Recently he summited the highest peaks of each state in 42 days (b...
EP 170 - 3 Days In Sub-Freezing Temperatures (At 12,000 feet)
March 19, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Tayson and Brigham sit down to discuss a recent trip into the Tushars, where they attempted, once again, to summit Delano. One of the tallest mountains in Utah, Delano is over 12,000 feet, and together they attempted to climb it in a blizzard in the middle of winter. Enjoy! *** Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi
EP 169 - 100 Miles Changes EVERYTHING (You'll Never Know Until You Try)
March 12, 2024 16:23 - 54 minutes - 38.6 MB"Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go." On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson and Tyler from Outdoor Vitals talk about what inspires them, pushing limits, and committing to hike 100 miles as part of the OV 100 Mile Challenge. Join the Challenge: https://bit.ly/3ViMVVN #outdoorvitals #liveultralight #100milechallenge
EP 168 - What The Amazing Race Is REALLY Like... (Joel & Garrett Interview)
February 27, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBJoel Strasser and Garrett Smith are friends from Idaho who competed on the CBS show, The Amazing Race. It's a reality competition show in which teams race around the world, deducing clues, navigating foreign territories, performing physical and mental challenges, and traveling by land, air, and sea to win the race and take home 1 million dollars. In Season 35, the pair got second place overall in the competition, and without any sponsorship from us whatsoever, repped Outdoor Vitals gear all ...
EP 167 - A New Way Of Outdoor Travel: Thru-Skating with David Moondog Roop
February 13, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBToday we’re talking to David “Moondog” Roop, who’s a thru-skater. Thru-skating, which I’m sure many of you aren’t familiar with, parallels thru-hiking/backpacking, but uses a skateboard or longboard for travel. Moondog is among the pioneers of this new way of outdoor travel, completing notable thru-skates including a 24-day, 492-mile thru-skate of New Mexico, and a skate on the 444-mile Natchez Trace Parkway. Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi #outdoorvi...
EP 166 - How To Get 2nd Place On The Moab 240: Jeff Pelletier Interview
January 30, 2024 07:00 - 2 hours - 89.6 MBJeff Pelletier is an ultrarunner and filmmaker from Vancouver, Canada. Consistently ranked within the top 10 in numerous ultramarathons, he's gained recognition not only for his athletic achievements but also for his YouTube channel, which boasts over 88,000 subscribers. In a recent highlight, Jeff secured an impressive 2nd place overall in the grueling Moab 240, a feat that resonated strongly within the running community. As one of his pacers, Tayson observed firsthand his tenacity and resi...
EP 165 - What's New With Outdoor Vitals In 2024
January 15, 2024 19:19 - 43 minutes - 31 MBIn this episode, Tayson talks about the state of our company, Outdoor Vitals. What happened in 2023, and where we're headed in 2024. Enjoy this sneak peek of the gear, the content, and the future direction of OV. *** Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi #outdoorvitals #liveultralight #backpackinggear #backpacking #ultralightbackpacking
EP 164 - Skiing 800 Miles Through Sweden & More: Teemu Hartikainen
January 02, 2024 18:36 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBTeemu Hartikainen is a Finnish thru-hiker, nordic skier, gear designer, and wilderness guide. He’s covered around 7,500 miles across various trails, from Finland's UKK-Trail to the Pacific Crest Trail. Very soon, he’ll attempt Norge på Langs (Norway Lengthwise) on skis, and will be launching a Finnish website to help educate hikers. List of accomplishments: 2018 UKK-Trail west, Finland ~1000km/620mi 2019 Pacific Crest Trail, attempt 1700 of 4265km/1090mi of 2650mi with some of the Sier...
EP 163 - Backpacking Meals By Athletes For Athletes With Jeff Garmire & Readywise
December 05, 2023 16:32 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBIn this episode of the podcast, we’re talking about backpacking food. Not just any backpacking food, but backpacking food designed by the athletes that consume them. Through OV’s Live Ultralight Membership, members will have access to the Jeff Garmire Signature Edition Pro Meal. So, today we’ll be talking to both Jeff Garmire and Luke Pearsall from Readywise to talk about what goes into making backpacking meals and what Backpacking meals mean for you. About our guests: Jeff Garmire is a ...
EP 162 - Appalachian Trail Record-Breaker: Kristian Morgan
November 21, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBKristian Morgan is a runner who after three failed attempts to set the record, just last month set the fastest known time record for the southbound route on the Appalachian Trail at 45 days 4 hours, and 27 minutes, which also places him second on the Appalachian trail overall. In addition, Kristian held the record in 2020 for the 630-mile South West Coast Path in the UK. As an ultrarunner and running coach, Kristian trains and works remotely all over the world, and we’re excited to talk to h...
EP 161 - Best Gifts for Backpackers in 2023
November 07, 2023 07:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBOn this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson sits down with Derek to discuss holiday shopping and what gifts you should buy for the backpackers, hikers, and campers in your life. Many of the gifts discussed can be found here: https://bit.ly/3PswpQi
EP 160 - Keys to Great Sleep Outdoors
October 24, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 51.4 MBIn this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson engages in a conversation with Brigham, focusing on the essential factors for achieving a restful night's sleep in the great outdoors. The duo delves into a variety of topics, including sleeping pads, R-values, sleeping bag warmth ratings, strategies for staying dry, managing condensation, and more. *** Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi
EP 159 - Ben Vaughan: Triple-Crowner & Dog Musher
October 17, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MBBen Vaughan is a seasoned adventurer who, after dedicating 22 years to the US Navy, including five combat deployments, made a life-changing choice to retire and embark on a new path. In 2018, he sold his car and belongings to hike the Appalachian Trail for five months, realizing that a conventional job couldn't quench his thirst for adventure: Over the next couple of years, Ben took on the Pacific Crest Trail and Continental Divide trail, earning him the status of Triple Crowner. In 2021, he...
EP 158 - Ryan Van Duzer's Journey: Living Life on Two Wheels
October 03, 2023 06:00 - 48 minutes - 34.9 MBRyan Van Duzer is an adventurer hailing from Boulder, Colorado. He’s best known on his popular YouTube channel as a bikepacker, but he’s also a hiker, trail runner, ultra-racer, and world traveler. As a TV host, his work was featured from branded content with Men’s Journal to Discovery Channel’s “Out of the Wild: Venezuela”. He’s written books, he’s a motivational speaker, and he’s accomplished incredible feats from a 4,000-mile bike ride from Honduras to Boulder, to cycling across Cuba, to ...
EP 157 - Highline Thermal Leggings Product Deep Dive
September 25, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Tayson sits down with Outdoor Vitals' Lead Designer Brigham Crane to discuss their new base layer: The Highline Thermal Leggings. Highline Thermal Leggings: https://bit.ly/3PNOurE
EP 156 - Stories From The Camino De Santiago: Jeremiah & Bridgette Stringer
September 19, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBThis week, we welcome onto the podcast Jeremiah & Bridgette Stringer! Jeremiah is a backpacker who’s dedicated himself to helping other hikers through his YouTube channel “Jeremiah Stringer Hikes” and his podcast “The Backpacking Podcast” co-hosted with John Kelley. Bridgette, his wife and fellow adventurer is a middle school teacher who loves puzzles and adventure. Together, they recently took on the famous Camino de Santiago trail through Spain. Jeremiah Stringer Links: Youtube: https:...
EP 155 - Devin Ashby: Danger, YouTube, & Outdoor Gear
September 12, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBDevin Ashby is a backpacking YouTuber (Backcountry Exposure). Previously he worked as an educator, and as a general manager for Waymark Gear Co., but recently he’s taken his backpacking YouTube channel full-time. Through Backcountry Exposure, he creates content about backpacking, recording his adventures, giving backpacking tips, and reviewing backpacking gear. Find Devin here: https://linktr.ee/Backcountryexposure *** Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi
EP 154 - SOS Button Reality Check: Lessons Outdoors with Jonathan Conti
September 05, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBJonathan Conti, a Boise, Idaho native, is a passionate cinematographer whose love for the outdoors has inspired the creation of his self-named YouTube channel. Covering a wide range of outdoor content, from gear reviews to nature hikes, his videos showcase stunning photography that transports his audience to the backcountry. Jonathan's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JonConti/videos Jonathan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Jon_Conti/ *** Great Backpacking Gear (Supp...
EP 153 - Skyline 30 Fastpack Product Deep Dive
August 28, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Tayson and Brigham from Outdoor Vitals sit down to discuss their newest release: The Skyline 30 Fastpack. Get yours: https://bit.ly/3YTnHgH *** Product Description: Some people have a different kind of drive - the drive for high intensity, fast speeds, & lots of miles. These people go further & see more. Even if they have a day job, they don’t let that stop them from using their limited time to see the sights & accomplish their goals. They choo...
EP 152 - Revenge or Reliving? Tushar Mountain Ultra Race Story
August 22, 2023 16:24 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBOn this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson sits down with Darren and Tyler to talk all about what happened on the recent Tushars Mountain Run, where both Tayson and Darren attempted Ultramarathons. The podcast in preparation for this race: https://youtu.be/DdB6z6g5dTI Tayson's first attempt (documentary): https://youtu.be/1rR85Yro6EA Tayson's first attempt (podcast): https://youtu.be/LjYPQ3s2Se0 *** Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi ...
EP 151 - Adventurer's Journal: Maggie Slepian on Bikepacking and Beyond
August 15, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBMaggie Slepian is a Montana-based writer and editor with a decade of gear-testing experience. She's an avid backpacker, bikepacker, climber, horseback rider, skier, and mountain biker. Maggie has covered thousands of miles on long-distance trails and bike routes. As a writer, her work has been featured in Outside, Runner's World, and Backpacker Magazine. Maggie's Website: https://www.maggieslepian.com/ Maggie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maggie_slepian/?hl=en *** Great Back...
EP 150 - Llamas, Goats, Gear, and Hunting: Dustin Wittwer (Finding Backcountry Podcast)
August 08, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBDustin Wittwer is an avid hunter, passionate podcaster, and a fellow Utah native. As the host of the captivating "Finding Backcountry" podcast, he expertly weaves together a tapestry of riveting stories and insightful interviews, all centered around one thrilling theme: exploring the vast wilderness of the backcountry through hunting. Follow Dustin: https://www.instagram.com/dustinwittwer/?hl=en Follow his podcast: https://www.instagram.com/finding.backcountry.podcast/?hl=en *** Grea...
EP 149 - 4 Days, 100 Miles, & 19,000' Of Elevation: OV On The Colorado Trail
August 01, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 162 MBIn this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson, Tyler, Brigham, and Derek of Outdoor Vitals are in a car driving home from doing 100 miles on the Colorado Trail as part of OV's 100 Mile Challenge. More on this year's challenge (get some gear while you're at it and support the podcast): https://bit.ly/3OzlKSW #Coloradotrail #100milechallenge #outdoorvitals #liveultralight #thruhike
EP 148 - My 1st Ultramarathon Was Painful: Maximizing Training For The 2nd
July 25, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBIn this episode, Tayson sits down with Darren to discuss their training for taking on the Tushars Mountain Run Ultramarathons that they've both signed up for. This will be Tayson's second attempt and Darren's first at an ultramarathon. Tayson's first attempt (documentary): https://youtu.be/1rR85Yro6EA Tayson's first attempt (podcast): https://youtu.be/LjYPQ3s2Se0 *** Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi
EP 147 - What The Outdoor Industry Doesn't Want You To Know
July 18, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MBIn this episode of the podcast, Tayson sits down with Brigham from Outdoor Vitals to discuss the realities of the backpacking industry and what you probably don't know about how your backpacking gear is made. Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi #outdoorvitals #outdoorindustry #liveultralightpodcast #backpackinggear
EP 146 - Injury Recovery & Backpacking Out West With Bryce Newbold
July 11, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBBryce Newbold is a backpacker, ultrarunner, and kayaker with a self-titled YouTube channel boasting 40,000 subscribers as of the time of this recording. His channel features informative videos covering various backpacking topics, such as navigation, gear selection, and captivating documentation of Bryce's hiking journeys. Including his excursions on the Colorado Trail and his recent expedition to The Enchantments in Washington state. Bryce's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BryceNewbold ...
EP 145 - Northern Utah, Navigation, and Best Backpacking Gear With Justin Outdoors - Trail Tale
July 04, 2023 06:00 - 37 minutes - 26.7 MBOn this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson and Brigham (Outdoor Vitals) sit down with backpacking YouTuber, Justin Outdoors. This time, they are on the trail at the tale end of a trip in Northern Utah, discussing the conditions, the navigation, the gear, the seasons, the snow, and everything you might find helpful on your next backpacking trip. Justin's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JustinOutdoors Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3BsDaqJ
EP 144 - High-Performance Nutrition: Mike McKnight (The Low-Carb Runner)
June 27, 2023 06:00 - 57 minutes - 40.2 MBMike McKnight is a highly accomplished professional ultrarunner and coach whose achievements include taking first place in the Cocodona 250, the Moab 240 (twice), the Bigfoot 200 (twice), and has placed in numerous other insane long-distance endurance races. His outstanding performances have garnered recognition from all over the world of running, and gained him sponsorship from the likes of Salomon and Injinji. With a focus on optimizing performance through nutrition, Michael has embraced t...
EP 143 - Trail Nutrition Secrets: Expert Tips from Backcountry Foodie
June 19, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBAaron Owens Mayhew is a registered dietitian and avid backpacker who made a significant career shift in 2017 after setting out to hike the Pacific Crest Trail. Motivated by her journey, she recognized the need for specialized nutrition in the world of backpacking. This realization led her to establish Backcountry Foodie, a business focused on providing backpackers with nutritious meal options. Backcountry Foodie: https://backcountryfoodie.com/ *** Great Outdoor Gear (Support the Podcas...
EP 142 - From Concept to Creation: Skyline Trail Shorts Product Deep Dive
June 12, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Tayson and Brigham from Outdoor Vitals discuss their newly-released shorts tailor-made for the backcountry: the Skyline Trail Shorts. Skyline Trail Shorts: https://bit.ly/3IWL6qD
EP 141 - Balancing Words and Wanderlust: Sam Schild's Life as an Outdoor Writer
June 06, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBSam Schild is a seasoned adventurer and storyteller whose passion for exploration has taken him to incredible places. After earning an MFA in creative writing from Temple University and working as a newspaper journalist, Sam embarked on a bicycle ride across the United States. Fueled by his love for the outdoors, he made Colorado his home, where he continued to seek thrilling escapades, including hiking the Continental Divide Trail and conquering the Colorado Trail three times. His writing h...
EP 140 - Unlocking Your Physical Potential For Hiking Pain-Free: Conversations with Chase Mountains
May 23, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBChase Mountains is an Australian hiker, physical trainer, and backpacking YouTuber whose captivating and dynamic channel has gained him over 170,000 subscribers as of this recording. Chase offers a variety of resources for hikers and offers advice on a wide range of topics such as backpacking gear, fitness, nutrition, and even how to prepare your mind for trekking in the outdoors. Chase Mountains YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChaseMountains For more Chase Mountains content: ...
EP 139 - Missing Hikers, AT Cults, & the Thru Hiker Diet with Kyle O'Grady
May 16, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBKyle O’Grady is a popular YouTube personality and outdoors enthusiast who has gained a large following for his humorous takes on hiking and camping via his channel, Kyle Hates Hiking. Despite his channel's name, Kyle is actually an avid hiker who enjoys exploring the great outdoors and sharing his experiences with others. His videos cover a wide range of topics, from tips and tricks for hiking and camping to gear reviews and hiking vlogs, to stories of backpacking mysteries and tales of miss...
EP 138 - CS40 Ultra Backpack Product Deep Dive
May 08, 2023 16:52 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBIn this episode, Tayson hosts a conversation with Brigham, Outdoor Vitals' Design Director about the company's latest product - the CS40 Ultra, an ultralight backpack designed for thru-hikers. Throughout the podcast, Tayson and Brigham dive deep into the design of the CS40 Ultra, and discuss the unique features of the backpack, including its fabrics, suspension system, and everything else that makes it stand out from the rest. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3KqMv8N *** Great Outdoor Gear (...
EP 137 - Before You Hike the Highline Trail...
May 02, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBIn this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, host Tayson engages in a conversation with Tyler to delve deep into the Uinta Highline Trail, a popular backpacking trail in the Uinta Mountains of Utah, USA. The focus of the discussion is to provide insights and tips that backpackers need to know before attempting the trail, ensuring a safe and successful journey. Throughout the podcast, the two discuss various aspects of the Uinta Highline Trail, including its length, difficulty level, and t...
EP 136 - Barkley Marathon Finisher Aurélien Sanchez - Torn Pages, 10 min of Sleep, & Cheeseburgers
April 25, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 101 MBAurélien Sanchez is a French runner and backpacker who has taken the running world by storm with his impressive achievements. Just a few months ago we had him on to talk about his record-setting self-supported FKT on the John Muir Trail. But, a couple of weeks ago, imagine our surprise when we got the news that Aurélien had just crossed the finish line in first place ahead of only two other finishers at the 2023 Barkley Marathons, widely considered one of the toughest ultramarathons in the w...
EP 135 - NEW BACKPACK: CS40 Ultra Coming Soon - Here's What To Expect
April 17, 2023 15:00 - 50 minutes - 35.2 MBIn this episode, Tayson hosts a conversation with Brigham, Outdoor Vitals' Design Director, and Derek, OV's Marketing Director, about the company's latest product - the CS40 Ultra, an ultralight backpack designed for thru-hikers. The discussion covers the inspiration behind the product, some of its specifications, comparing it to the Shadowlight pack, and various use-case scenarios. Throughout the episode, the hosts offer a detailed and informative overview of the CS40 Ultra, providing insig...
EP 134 - Ramen Bombs, Thru-Hiking & Bidets: Interview With Youtube's Frozen
April 04, 2023 15:00 - 54 minutes - 38.1 MBJason, AKA “Frozen” to the hiking community, is a backpacker, thru-hiker, and YouTuber. Getting into backpacking through a friend, he started documenting his adventures in 2014. After building up a loyal following on his YouTube Channel “Outdoor Adventures” for a few years, Frozen decided to quit his comfortable job working in IT to finally thru-hike the Appalachian Trail in 2019. According to his Patreon page, Frozen is looking to complete the Pacific Crest Trail in 2024. Today we’re going ...
EP 133 - Bears, Bison & Biking Across The Country: Mason Gravley Interview
March 28, 2023 15:00 - 43 minutes - 30.9 MBMason Gravley is the Lead Ambassador at Athletic Brewing Company, a company that specializes in making low-calorie, non-alcoholic craft beer targeted at people with active lifestyles. In that vein, Mason is the host of two highly inspirational podcasts, Without Compromise, and the long-running Adventure Sports Podcast, interviewing some of the best, highest performing, and most inspirational people in the adventure sports realm. Check out Mason's Podcasts: https://www.adventuresportspodc...
EP 132 - Most Underrated Backpacking Gear: All-New Nebo Windbreaker Deep Dive
March 20, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Tayson sits down with Brigham to discuss the new Outdoor Vitals wind jacket: The Nebo Windbreaker. Wind chill is one of the most underrated & fastest forces to make you feel cold - naturally causing you to want to throw on a bunch more layers! But extra insulation is bulky to pack, & can actually cause you to overheat while you’re still hiking or moving! You’ll go straight from being too cold to too hot! OR you can throw on one 4 oz windbreaker that takes up...
EP 131 - Hiking A Perfect 20-Mile Day
March 14, 2023 20:20 - 46 minutes - 32.6 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Tayson sits down with Tyler to discuss the 100-Mile Challenge framework and what it means to hike a perfect 20-mile day. Learn more about the challenge: https://outdoorvitals.com/products/ov-100-challenge-2023-registration Great Outdoor Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3W0x6Rt #hiking #backapcking #camping #thruhiking #outdoorvitals
EP 130 - Hot Tents, Sub-0° Gear & Drinking Butter - Trail Tale
March 07, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBOn this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson sits down with other members of the Outdoor Vitals team to discuss their recent trip up into the Deer Hollow area near Cedar City, UT to cross-country ski and backpack into their camp, set up a hot tent, and spend the night eating good food and keeping warm. See the video: https://youtu.be/tX07gbeF7Qs See the gear list: https://youtu.be/bqIEEgSy6pY Great Outdoor Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3W0x6Rt Join our membersh...
EP 129 - The Best Breakfast On The Trail? Alpen Fuel's Shaun Durkee
February 28, 2023 16:00 - 52 minutes - 36.5 MBShaun Durkee is the owner of Alpen Fuel, a backpacking food company based in Bozeman, Montana. It was started in the fall of 2018 by Shaun and his wife Emily as a side business while Shaun was pursuing an engineering career. During the pandemic, however, a layoff propelled the two to make Alpen Fuel into a full-time business. Now, Alpen fuel can be found in dozens of retail stores around the world (including ours). Alpen Fuel's Website: https://www.alpenfuel.com/ Join our membership (inc...
EP 128 - Sleep Better Outdoors: Oblivion Sleeping Pad Deep Dive
February 21, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBOn this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson (Outdoor Vitals Founder) sits down with Brigham (Outdoor Vitals Lead Designer) to go in-depth on OV's new sleeping pad: The Oblivion Sleeping Pad. Get yours: https://bit.ly/3yYIRO8 *** Oblivion Description: Getting good sleep on the trail isn’t a “bonus” in the backcountry. It’s absolutely necessary for your mind to be alert and for you to be fully present during your adventures, and a comfortable sleeping pad is one of the most im...
EP 127 - How to document your adventures with Elina Osborne
February 14, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBElina is a filmmaker, adventure guide, and thru-hiker from Auckland, New Zealand, also known by the trail name “Tip Tap”. In 2019, she thru-hiked the Pacific Crest Trail and documented her experience on YouTube, then followed that adventure up by hiking the length of New Zealand via the Te Araroa Trail, and recently released a video of her and her brothers hiking the famous Japanese pilgrimage route, Kumano Kodo. At the time of this recording, Elina has over 67,000 subscribers on YouTube, an...
EP 126 - The Man Who's Set Over A Dozen FKTs: Jeff Garmire Interview
February 07, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBJeff Garmire is a highly accomplished backpacker. At just 32 years old, and during the recording of this podcast, he holds the Colorado Trail FKT (fastest-known time), has the speed record for climbing Costa Rica’s tallest Mountain: Cerro Chirripo, and has completed the Calendar Year Triple Crown (AT, PCT, CDT in one year). His trail name is “Legend”; needless to say, it’s a name that fits. Today we’ll talk to him about his adventures and accomplishments, and try to gain some insight into wh...
EP 125 - A Man Pushes A Cart From Virginia To California: Paul Ferraro Interview
January 31, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBOn this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson sits down to talk with Paul Ferraro to discuss his many long, long walks to raise money for Navy Seals: After a successful 30-year career in the tech industry, Paul Ferraro retired in 2014 and set his sights on walking across the United States from Virginia to California to raise money for the Navy SEAL Foundation. This 3,121-mile effort earned him recognition from both CNN and Fox News, along with many other local news outlets as he w...
EP 124 - Why You Should Hike 100 Miles With Us!
January 24, 2023 17:00 - 45 minutes - 32 MBOn this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson sits down with Tyler and Derek to discuss the 2023 OV 100 Mile Challenge. With the OV 100 Mile Challenge, you'll be able to set a hiking goal and build up to doing an epic dream hike. Learn more: https://outdoorvitals.com/products/ov-100-challenge-2023-registration Great Outdoor Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3W0x6Rt
EP 123 - Rain Pants, Ultras After 50 & Pack Sizes: Q&A
January 17, 2023 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBOn this episode of the podcast, Tayson answers your questions! Be sure to comment below or email us at [email protected] to hear your questions answered on the next Q&A! Great Outdoor Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3W0x6Rt *** List of Questions: - What happened to the first 65 episodes? (YouTube) - would you do an episode on food? - So I’m just curious if y’all know anyone that started doing ultras after they turned 50. I have never had the luxury to do ...
EP 122 - What's Happening to Outdoor Vitals in 2023
January 10, 2023 20:15 - 35 minutes - 24.9 MBIn this episode, Tayson talks about the state of our company, Outdoor Vitals. What happened in 2022, and where we're headed in 2023. Enjoy this sneak peek of the gear, the content, and the future direction of OV. Great Outdoor Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3W0x6Rt #outdoorvitals #liveultralight #backpackinggear #backpacking #ultralightbackpacking