Trail Tales - Thru-Hiking & Backpacking
177 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 436 ratingsWhat’s it like to hike and live in the backcountry for 5 months? Host and thru-hiker & YouTuber Kyle Hates Hiking (Kyle O’Grady), who has completed every last step of the Appalachian Trail, interviews other thru-hikers, peak-baggers, and backpackers who are almost as crazy as him. Is life while thru-hiking really as glamorous as the social media stars make it out to be? Is pooping in the woods really that big of a deal? Find out these answers and more on Trail Tales.
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i never thought something like this could happen...
April 11, 2024 09:00 - 27 minutes - 63.4 MBOn March 3rd, 2024, my girlfriend experienced a freak accident as we started what was supposed to be an easy hike. Here's the story and what we can learn from it. For guest/episode ideas, listener feedback, sponsorships, or business inquiries reach out to: [email protected] My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18 BIG FOUR 🤘 Backpack: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/x9oX1x My FAVORITE Tent: https://zpacks.com/products/plexsolo-tent?aff=99 Sleeping Pad: https://amzn.t...
20 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE my Appalachian Trail Thru Hike...
March 21, 2024 07:30 - 49 minutes - 113 MBHere are 20 things I wish I'd known before I thru hiked the Appalachian Trail. From gear choices, to social choices, to personal choices, there's always room for improvement on the Appalachian Trail, and hopefully this will be able to help YOU if you're planning on hiking the Appalachian Trail in the future. Appalachian Trail. For sponsorships, business inquiries, or guest/episode ideas reach out to: [email protected] My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18 BIG FOUR ...
The Depressing TRUTH about the Pacific Crest Trail that NOBODY wants to hear…
February 29, 2024 08:30 - 1 hour - 140 MBFrozen from Outdoor Adventures joins the show to talk about his upcoming thru hike of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT 2024). He previously hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2019, and is now taking his talents to the Pacific Crest Trail. We talk about what he is nervous about, what gear changes he's made, and how he is planning on dealing with the depressing reality that the Pacific Crest Trail will probably catch on fire while he's out there. Follow Frozen's PCT hike: https://www.youtube.com/@Fro...
The Most OVERRATED Gear in Backpacking!
February 22, 2024 08:30 - 1 hour - 161 MBBaker is back and in this episode we talk (and disagree) about some of the most OVERRATED types of backpacking gear on the market. At the end of the day everyone is going to have different opinions on what backpacking gear is worth taking, but hopefully this discussion between two thru hikers can help guide your own opinion. What do you think is 'cooler', hammocks or fanny packs?! For sponsorships, business inquiries, or guest/episode ideas reach out to: [email protected] My Gear sp...
The CULT that PREYS on Appalachian Trail Thru Hikers...
February 15, 2024 08:30 - 1 hour - 151 MBAudrey "Glowstick" Payne joins the show to discuss the controversial Twelve Tribes hostel on the Appalachian Trail, also known as the Yellow Deli. Is this group a cult? Are they targeting Appalachian Trail hikers for recruitment? Or is it all being blown out of proportion? We also talk about Audrey's experience thru hiking the Appalachian Trail, John Muir Trail, and much more! Audrey's NEW book: https://amzn.to/3uHTpm6 Audrey's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AudreyAdventures Audrey's In...
Confronting Elina Osborne | The TRUTH about her time on the Pacific Crest Trail…
February 13, 2024 19:10 - 1 hour - 142 MBElina Osborne joins the show to discuss her Pacific Crest Trail thru hike, film-making, the Hayduke in Utah, and much more. A HIGHLY requested guest, it was fantastic to finally catch up with her. Elina on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElinaOsborne Elina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elinasborne/ For sponsorships, business inquiries, or guest/episode ideas reach out to: [email protected] My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18 BIG FOUR 🤘 Backpack: http...
AT vs PCT | An IN DEPTH Comparison from a Thru Hiker (which one is better?)
February 01, 2024 08:00 - 58 minutes - 135 MBIn this solo episode I do an in depth comparison between the Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail in the following categories; Weather/climate, Views and scenery, Gear differences, Difficulty (Mentally & Physically), Permits, Water, Resupply, Towns, and People. Then, at the end of the episode I tell you which trail I think is better (Appalachian Trail vs Pacific Crest Trail). Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@KyleHatesHiking Follow me on Instagram 📸: https://ww...
What they DON'T tell you about hiking the Appalachian Trail... | Appalachian Adventurista
January 25, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBThe Appalachian Adventurista joins the show to talk all about her thru hiking of the Appalachian Trail. We talk about post trail depression, what it takes to vlog a thru hike, and at the end she shares a hilarious story about... smut?! You don't want to miss it. Appalachian Adventurista on YouTube: @appalachianadventurista Appalachian Adventurista on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/appalachianadventurista/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@KyleHatesHiking F...
20 Tips NOBODY tells you before your first Thru Hike...
January 11, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 168 MBThru hiker Hunter Musgrove joins the show, and we go back and forth on our top thru hiking tips for first timers. From very specific hitch hiking tips, to general attitude/vibe tips, we cover it all, and sneak in plenty of stories along the way. Hunter's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hunterstrip/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@KyleHatesHiking Follow me on Instagram 📸: https://www.instagram.com/kylehateshiking/ For sponsorships, business inquiries, or gu...
A NEAR DEATH Experience on the Appalachian Trail (learn from it) | Beer in Beautiful Places
January 04, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 139 MBFresh off the Appalachian Trail, Maddie from Beer in Beautiful Places joins the show to talk about her hike on the AT, and some of the highs and lows she experienced along the way. One of the highs was floating the Shenandoah River, and one of the lows was a near death experience she had while crossing a dangerous river on the Appalachian Trail in Maine. I highly recommend you check out her channel for a refreshing perspective on thru hiking! Beer in Beautiful Places on YouTube: https://www...
The Unsettling TRUTH about Appalachian Trail Vloggers (they’re lying) | Jessika Poppe
December 28, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 150 MBAppalachian Trail thru hiker Jessika Poppe is on the show to talk all about the AT, vlogging, being an "influencer" (cringe), meeting/hiking with her boyfriend on trail, and much much more. Jessika quit vlogging in the middle of her thru hike; we talk about why she did that, and we dive deep into how her and her boyfriend met at Appalachian Trail Days 2021. Jessika's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessikaapoppe/ Jessika's YouTube: @JessikaaPoppe Subscribe to my YouTube channel: ht...
The 7 WORST Controversies DIVIDING the Hiking Community... Where do you stand? (with Baker Bokorney)
December 21, 2023 03:59 - 1 hour - 173 MBLet's break down some of the biggest controversies in the hiking community right now. Should SOS button's REALLY be available for everyone to use? Is thru hiking with kids really a good thing? And should we be allowed to access the mountains at all? These are some of the things Baker and I wrestle with in this episode. I want to hear your thoughts on ALL of this stuff, so please leave a comment with your feedback. Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@KyleHatesHiking Fo...
The Unspoken BEEF between Hikers and Ultrarunners… | Kristian Morgan (Appalachian Trail SOBO FKT)
December 14, 2023 03:59 - 1 hour - 150 MBKristian Morgan has gone for the Appalachian Trail Fastest Known Time/Speed Record FOUR times now. In 2022 he got the second fastest time in the world, and in 2023 he set the FASTEST time for the Appalachian Trail Southbound. We talk about how he achieved this, and we also stray into the more controversial topic of hikers vs ultrarunners. Kristian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristianultra/ Kristian's Website (Ultrarunning coaching): https://www.kristianultra.com/ Subscribe to m...
ROASTING a Naive Appalachian Trail 2024 Vlogger (will he make it?!)
December 07, 2023 03:59 - 1 hour - 164 MBGarage Grown Gear is your ONE-STOP-SHOP for all things Ultralight/Cottage gear: https://www.GarageGrownGear.com/ I Suck at Hiking (Michael McInally) joins the show to discuss his 2024 Appalachian Trail Thru Hike attempt. He will be vlogging on his YouTube channel, and in this episode I gave him the chance to pick my brain about the trail. I was brutally honest in all my answers. Will he make it all the way to end of the Appalachian Trail, especially with his dog?! We will all find out soon...
10 OVERRATED Spots on the Appalachian Trail that secretly suck (with Baker Bokorney)
November 30, 2023 03:59 - 1 hour - 173 MBGarage Grown Gear is your ONE-STOP-SHOP for all things Ultralight/Cottage gear: https://www.GarageGrownGear.com/ Two Appalachian Trail thru hikers go through the 10 most overrated parts of the Appalachian Trail. It's all for fun folks, and so of course Baker Bokorney joins the show to complain about our favorite trail. Is McAfee Knob worth the hype? Is the 100-mile Wilderness really all that remote? Is Mount Washington really that special? Tune in and find out. Trail Tales episode 160 (Ky...
Fast or FOOLISH?! The Dark Truth about breaking a Fastest Known Time | Will Peterson, VT Long Trail
November 23, 2023 03:59 - 1 hour - 159 MBGo to https://www.GarageGrownGear.com/ for up to 25% off with sitewide deals! Don't miss their Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales! Will Peterson set the unsupported Fastest Known Time for the Vermont Long Trail in 2023. It's an incredible feat of athleticism, grit, and determination... but was it even worth it? Is an effort like this even fun, or is it just nothing but pain? What happens when someone else comes along and breaks your record? We talk about all this, and much, much more. Will's ...
Outdoor Vitals EXPOSED: Why I DON’T use their gear + their Annoying YouTube Ads | Tayson Whittaker
November 16, 2023 03:59 - 1 hour - 142 MBTayson Whittaker, founder of Outdoor Vitals joins the show. After getting to know Tayson at PCT Trail Days I've come to really respect him and his company. However, I have a big problem with Outdoor Vitals gear which I confront Tayson about. I also wanted to get to the bottom of those annoying Outdoor Vitals YouTube ads we've all been seeing for years now! Outdoor Vitals on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OutdoorVitals For sponsorships, business inquiries, or guest/episode ideas reach o...
The INSANE Consequences for a Mistake in a National Park | Confronting Eric Hanson
November 09, 2023 03:59 - 1 hour - 155 MBEric Hanson was nearly thrown in JAIL for committing a crime in Grand Canyon National Park. What was his crime, you ask? Camping out of bounds. Yes, you read that correctly; the federal government tried to make an example out of him and get him locked up, simply because he is a public figure on TV and on YouTube. In this episode he explains the FULL STORY of what happened. Eric Hanson has his own YouTube channel and, until recently, was the host of the TV show Epic Trails and the YouTube ch...
Exposing the Insider TRUTH about Miranda Goes Outside...
November 02, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 201 MBRainer Golden is the producer & director behind Miranda Goes Outside! In this episode we discuss WHY Miranda Goes Outside parted ways with REI, what it's like backpacking with (and working with) Miranda, and at the end Rainer shares a story that almost landed him in a Kyle Hates Hiking mystery video. Miranda Goes Outside on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MirandaGoesOutside Miranda Goes Outside on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mirandagoesoutside/ For sponsorships, business inquir...
Why the Hell do people STILL believe these Appalachian Trail Thru Hiking MYTHS?!
October 26, 2023 02:59 - 50 minutes - 69.9 MBTwo Appalachian Trail thru hikers busting Appalachian Trail Thru Hiking myths, does it get any better than that?! This week I'm joined by Appalachian Trail thru hiker and editor for the Kyle Hates Hiking YouTube channel, Luke McKay. Is Pennsylvania REALLY as rocky as everyone says? Is the Appalachian Trail actually dangerous? Find out these answers and more. This is the FIRST video podcast of Trail Tales. SUBSCRIBE to the Trail Tales YouTube channel to start watching episodes: https://www....
The TRUTH about Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker’s Appalachian Trail Thru Hike...
October 19, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBTaylor the Nahamsha Hiker is BACK on the show to tell the full story of her Appalachian Trail thru hike in 2023. Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker also hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2021, but this time around things we're a little more... humbling?! Tune in to hear the TRUTH about Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker's 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru Hike. Taylor's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TaylortheNahamshaHiker SUBSCRIBE TO THE TRAIL TALES YOUTUBE (please): https://www.youtube.com/@trailtalesp...
3 UNDERRATED Gear Companies NOBODY knows about (yet)! | Lloyd Vogel of Garage Grown Gear
October 12, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBLloyd Vogel is the CEO and co-founder of Garage Grown Gear, an online store dedicated to selling cottage backpacking gear! In this episode we talk about the roots of Garage Grown Gear, Lloyd's top three underrated ultralight gear companies, and much more! Check out Garage Grown Gear: https://www.garagegrowngear.com/ SUBSCRIBE TO THE TRAIL TALES YOUTUBE (please): https://www.youtube.com/@trailtalespod Like what you hear? Want to talk some smack? You can contact me on Instagram (@kylehateshi...
Hiking the CALENDAR YEAR TRIPLE CROWN with QUADZILLA
October 05, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBQuadzilla joins the show to talk all about his Calendar Year Triple Crown in 2022! That's right, Quadzilla hiked the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continential Divide Trail all in ONE YEAR! An incredible feat! Quadzilla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quadzillahikes/ Quadzilla on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HappyJacksChannel Check out my YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KyleHatesHiking/ Like what you hear? Want to talk some smack? You can contact me on Insta...
What the HELL happened to the MISSING Hikers of the Pacific Crest Trail?! Trail of the Lost with Andrea Lankford
September 28, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 46 MBAndrea Lankford wrote the book "Trail of the Lost; the Relentless Search to Bring Home the Missing Hikers of the Pacific Crest Trail." In this episode we discuss these different Pacific Crest Trail cases, the writing of Trail of the Lost, and Andrea Lankford's own thru hiking experience. A unique episode of Trail Tales for sure, and a great one. Purchase Trail of the Lost: https://amzn.to/465H5tx Check out my YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KyleHatesHiking/ Like what you hear? Want to...
Why the HELL do people keep giving this Terrible Backpacking Advice? (with Baker Bokorney)
September 21, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBBAKER IS BACK, in this episode we each go through some of the WORST backpacking advice we've ever heard. We even have some debate about whether or not the advice is actually bad, it's a spicy one folks. Backpacking advice can be controversial... Helena's Instagram (thanks for the cover art!): https://www.instagram.com/helenaalgermissen.art/ Don't forget to leave a FIVE STAR review on your podcast app, and don't forget to SHARE this episode with a friend! Check out my YouTube: https://www....
Why I QUIT the Pacific Crest Trail for the SECOND Year in a row...
September 14, 2023 02:00 - 36 minutes - 28.7 MBSo yeah... my Pacific Crest Trail comeback story did not go as planned... Check out my YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KyleHatesHiking/ Like what you hear? Want to talk some smack? You can contact me on Instagram (@kylehateshiking), or send me an email: [email protected] Subscribe on iTunes, and listen on Spotify and Stitcher
An Important announcement about Trail Tales...
August 03, 2023 02:59 - 3 minutes - 3.2 MBThanks for your patience, and I'll see you in September! Guest/Episode suggestions: Contact me on Instagram (@kylehateshiking), or send me an email: [email protected]
Dan Becker talks about his HATERS, the Truth about being a YouTuber, and the ”BEEF” with Kyle Hates Hiking
July 20, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBDan Becker is FINALLY on the show! We talk about the hate he has gotten over the years, behind the scenes details of being a backpacking YouTuber... and of course, the "beef" between us dating back from when I first started my YouTube channel. Dan Becker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DanBecker Dan Becker on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danbeckeroutdoors/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https...
EMBARRASSING Stories from the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Vanlife & more with Baker Bokorney
July 13, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBBAKER IS BACK, in this episode we jump all over the place and share stories upon stories from the Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail. We also talk about Baker's start into Vanlife, plus much more. If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.com/kylehateshiking/ Check out my YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KyleHatesHiking/ Like what you hear? Want to talk some smack? You can contact me on ...
Zpacks answers TOUGH Questions about their High Prices, Gear Quality, Public Lands & much more with Zpacks Marketing Director Mateo Favero
June 29, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBZpack's Director of Marketing Mateo Favero joins the show to address some common complaints that hikers have with Zpacks and their gear. We talk about their high prices, gear quality, and of course we talk about Mateo's own experience thru hiking and backpacking and working for Zpacks. Zpacks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zpacks/ Mateo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/B4e0YvWFzeF/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way ...
Kelly Hays Hikes on getting EMERGENCY Surgery on the Appalachian Trail, Thru Hiking the Florida Trail, & much more
June 22, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 49.8 MBKelly Hays Hikes is a badass thru hiker who has taken on many of the long distance trails in the country. She hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2021, and the two of us were able to meet on the Pacific Crest Trail in 2022. She also hiked the Florida Trail this past winter, and her videos were so inspiring that it really changed my mind about that seemingly unpopular trail. Kelly Hays YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfMHF8GPio8NAeP0loK1VmA Kelly Hays Hikes on Instagram: https://www.in...
He’s had 3 FAILED Attempts at the Appalachian Trail FKT... but he’s not giving up (Kristian Morgan)
June 15, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBKristian Morgan has attempted to set the Fastest Known Time for the Appalachian Trail three times since 2019. In 2022 he was able to capture the second fastest time in the world, but fell short of the ultimate goal. He's not giving up though, and in July of 2023 he's going for his fourth attempt... and this time, he just might get it. Go follow Kristian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristianultra/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon...
The 10 STUPIDEST Things we’ve done to go ULTRALIGHT (with Jessica Pu)
June 08, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 49.7 MBJessica Pu is back on the show, and we go through the 10 STUPIDEST things we've done for Ultralight Backpacking. From cutting toothbrushes, to bringing scales into Walmart to weigh camp shoes, we cover it all! If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.com/kylehateshiking/ Check out my YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KyleHatesHiking/ Like what you hear? Want to talk some smack? You can contact...
Why the HELL would you hike the Pacific Crest Trail THREE TIMES? with Wilderbound (Ayesha Cording)
June 01, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 51 MBAyesha Cording (aka Wilderbound, or Heaps) joins the show to talk all about her THREE Pacific Crest Trail thru hikes! She also shares the story of how she low-key trolled me when we first met, and I didn't realize it until we recorded this episode lol. At the end she shares an epic (and scary) mountain lion story! Wilderbound on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wilderbound/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show...
MyLifeOutdoors on UNDERRATED Gear Companies, YouTube Success, & much more!
May 25, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBSteven from MyLifeOutdoors joins the show! We talk all about his rise on YouTube, backpacking gear, and about what happens when you get a flat tire in the middle of a remote national park... with no spare to replace it. MyLifeOutdoors on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MyLifeOutdoors If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.com/kylehateshiking/ Check out my YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/...
The John Muir Trail, Colorado Trail, & a 100 Mile Ultramarathon with Chad Lubinski
May 11, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBThanks to CloudSplitter Coffee for sponsoring this episode! Use code 'Trail10' at https://cloudsplittercoffee.com/ for a 10% discount on your order. Chad Lubinski joins the show to talk about his thru hikes of the John Muir Trail & Colorado Trail, and answers the question; how the f*** do you run 100 miles through the mountains? Chad's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chadahooche_/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support...
The 10 Commandments of ULTRALIGHT BACKPACKING (with Baker Bokorney)
April 13, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBIn this episode Baker and I go over the 10 COMMANDMENTS OF ULTRALIGHT BACKPACKING. According to who you might ask?? According to us obviously. Chaos and hilarity ensues. If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.com/kylehateshiking/ Check out my YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KyleHatesHiking/ Like what you hear? Want to talk some smack? You can contact me on Instagram (@kylehateshiking), or ...
The Gnarliest Backpacking Trail You’ve (probably) NEVER heard of... | The Kalalau Trail
March 29, 2023 21:00 - 32 minutes - 27.3 MBThe Kalalau Trail is intense. Most people don't think of Hawaii as being home to one of the gnarliest backpacking trips out there, but it is. The Kalalau Trail is no joke, and in this episode I'm gonna tell you everything you need to know about hiking it. If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.com/kylehateshiking/ Check out my YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KyleHatesHiking/ Like what you h...
Hiking the CALENDAR YEAR TRIPLE CROWN with Carl “Professor” Stanfield
March 15, 2023 20:59 - 1 hour - 61 MBCarl "Professor" Stanfield hiked the calendar year triple crown in 2022, completing the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail all in one year. It's an incredible feat that has only been accomplished by a few people in history. Carl's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prof_carl/ This episode is sponsored by ULA Equipment. Click this link to check out the best Ultralight packs on the market: https://ula-equipment.9xrw.net/DK0zbG If you're really into Trail ...
What the HELL is up with the Continental Divide Trail?! (with CDT thru hiker Elise Ott)
March 08, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MBContinental Divide Trail thru hiker Elise Ott joins the show to talk all about the CDT, including the debate around which direction to hike, grizzly bears, and much much more. Elise Ott on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eliseott/ Elise Ott on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elise.ott/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.com/kylehateshiking/ Check out my YouTube: https://www.youtube...
The FULL Story on how I almost QUIT the PCT... and the Woman who saved my Thru Hike (Morgan Brosnihan)
February 23, 2023 03:59 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBMorgan Brosnihan is a Pacific Crest Trail thru hiker and physical therapist who literally saved my PCT hike in 2022. She runs a business called Blaze Physio, travelling up and down the PCT giving affordable and effective physical therapy to thru hikers in desperate need. It's a genius idea, this is her story. Blaze Physio's website: https://blazephysio.com/ Blaze Physio on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blazephysio/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my co...
Asking A.I about Yellow Blazing, Ultralight, & more absurd hiking topics (with Baker Bokorney)
February 16, 2023 03:59 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBThis was a HILARIOUS episode folks. Baker and I test Artificial Intelligence bot ChatGPT's knowledge about thru hiking and ultralight backpacking, and have the bot generate us some hilarious stories. Send me a one paragraph TRUE story from your hiking adventures to be used in a future "truth vs AI" episode: [email protected] If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.com/kylehateshiking/ Ch...
#132 | 10 REGRETS from our Pacific Crest Trail Thru Hike with Brandon Sopher
February 09, 2023 03:59 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBBrandon Sopher and I met on the Pacific Crest Trail on the third day of my PCT thru hike attempt. In this episode, we go over a bunch of things we wish we had done differently on our thru hike attempts. Brandon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonsopher/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.com/kylehateshiking/ Check out my YouTube for the Pacific Crest Trail vlogs: https://www.you...
#131 | How has Thru Hiking Changed you in ”Regular Life”? Featuring Jessica Pu
February 02, 2023 03:59 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBAppalachian Trail and Colorado Trail thru hiker Jessica Pu and I go over some ways that thru hiking has transformed our "regular" lives outside of the trail. From food to showers to walking fast at the grocery store, and we even get into some 'deeper' changes as well. Jessica Pu on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jlynnpu/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.com/kylehateshiking/ Check o...
#130 | Miranda Goes Outside explains the FULL STORY on why she Stopped Working with REI plus much more!
January 26, 2023 03:59 - 1 hour - 55 MBThe one and only Miranda Goes Outside joins the show! We start at the beginning and hear her full story about getting into backpacking, working for REI as a content creator, and of course... why she left REI. Miranda Goes Outside on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MirandaGoesOutside Miranda Goes Outside on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mirandagoesoutside/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://ww...
#129 | The Most Fun Hiker on the PCT with Tristen Steele
January 19, 2023 03:59 - 1 hour - 51 MBTristen Steele thru hiked all over the country this year, completing large sections of the Pacific Crest Trail and Oregon Coast Trail, as well as a yo-yo hike of the Ouachita Trail. This is all impressive as it is, but even more so since he is only 18 years old! And of course... he's a huge goofball, in the best way possible. Tristen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tristensteele060/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to supp...
#129 | The Goofiest Hiker on the PCT with Tristen Steele
January 19, 2023 03:59 - 1 hour - 51 MBTristen Steele thru hiked all over the country this year, completing large sections of the Pacific Crest Trail and Oregon Coast Trail, as well as a yo-yo hike of the Ouachita Trail. This is all impressive as it is, but even more so since he is only 18 years old! And of course... he's a huge goofball, in the best way possible. Tristen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tristensteele060/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to supp...
#128 | UNPOPULAR Thru Hiking Opinions that People Need to Hear with Baker Bokorney
January 12, 2023 03:36 - 1 hour - 66.7 MBBaker is back!! We go over our Unpopular thru hiking opinions, with lots of goofs and gags along the way. What a fun episode! If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.com/kylehateshiking/ Check out my YouTube for the Pacific Crest Trail vlogs: https://www.youtube.com/c/KyleHatesHiking/ Like what you hear? Want to talk some smack? You can contact me on Instagram (@kylehateshiking), or send me an ...
#127 | The Most Inspiring Hiker I met on the Pacific Crest Trail with CJ Cosby
January 05, 2023 03:58 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBColton "CJ" Cosby is working towards the goal of being the first Triple Crowner with cystic fibrosis. I had the pleasure of meeting CJ during my Pacific Crest Trail hike this summer, and wanted him to come on the show to share his inspiring story. CJ's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@coltoncosby CJ's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coltonjcosby/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.c...
#126 | How the Hell did we make our Pacific Crest Trail Vlogs? with Luke McKay
December 29, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MBAT thru hiker Luke McKay edited my Pacific Crest Trail videos this summer, and he joins the show to talk about how the hell we pulled it off, plus we talk a lot about the Appalachian Trail, embarrassing moments on trail, and much more. We recorded this episode in September, before I had re-started the show, so this was actually the first episode I had done since August of 2021. Check out Luke's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@experienceoverthings7083 If you're really into Trail ...