The Backpacking Light Podcast explores the technology, gear, skills, and philosophy of backcountry wilderness travel through stories, interviews, and investigative reports.
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Episode 121 | What is Thru-hiking & GGG Giveaway
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37:07In episode 121 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about how to plan a short thru-hike. To view the shownotes for this episode, click here.By Backpacking Light
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Episode 120 | Using Quilts in Cold Temperatures
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28:03In episode 120 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to continue our study of how to sleep warm in cold temperatures, focusing on the gear that makes up your sleeping system. To view the show notes for this podcast, click here:By Backpacking Light
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Episode 119.5 (Bonus) | Trail Days Online! 2025 Preview
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8:21In this episode, we’ll introduce you to the Trail Days speakers and give you a sneak peek at their presentation topics and expertise. From ultralight pack design to scrambling techniques, backcountry hygiene to desert travel, there’s something for everyone. To view the shownotes for this episode of the Backpacking Light Podcast, click here.…
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Episode 119 | Sleep Warmer: Evening Routines
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36:13In today's episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about bedtime routines and practices for sleeping warm in the backcountry. To view the show notes for this episode, click here.By Backpacking Light
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In episode 118 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about traction systems for snow travel. To view the show notes for this episode, click here.By Backpacking Light
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In episode 115 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn how to size snowshoes, minimize sinkage, and save energy for your next winter adventure in deep snow. To view the shownotes for this episdoe, click here.By Backpacking Light
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In this episode you'll learn how to measure and interpret slope angles to help you navigate steep terrain and assess hazards in the backcountry. To view the shownotes for this episode, click here.By Backpacking Light
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In episode 115 of the Backpacking Light Podcast we're sharing Big Talk about Tiny Things: Those little ultralight bits of gear that have an outsized impact on our experience in the backcountry. To view the show notes for this podcast, click here.By Backpacking Light
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Episode 114 | Synthetic Fabric Structures
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25:37In episode 114 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about the different types of synthetic fibers and fabrics used in outdoor apparel. To view the shownotes for this episode, click here.By Backpacking Light
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In episode 113 of the Backpacking Light Podcast, we talk about current PAD PUMP trends in the ultralight cottage industry, the challenges faced by small businesses during the holiday season plus a few interesting stocking stuffers. To view the shownotes for this podcast, click here.By Backpacking Light
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Episode 112 | The Analog Backcountry Experience
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35:37In episode 112 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about the analog Backcountry experience and some of the gear that can help feed your need for a digital-free backcountry life. To view the shownotes for this epsiode, click here.By Backpacking Light
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Episode 111 | Business Lessons for Outdoor Industry Startups
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41:49In this episode of the Backpacking Light podcast, Ryan and Lloyd discuss lessons learned from starting a business in the outdoor industry. To view the shownotes, click here.By Backpacking Light
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Episode 110 | Natural vs Synthetic Fibers
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24:05In episode 110 of the Backpacking Light Podcast, we talk about how natural and synthetic fibers influence thermoregulation. To view the shownotes for this episode, click here.By Backpacking Light
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In today's episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn how fishnet base layers work, we're gonna talk about a bigger battery and why or why it may not be better than two littler batteries, and we'll talk about how the most comprehensive backpacking skills education program that we've ever offered will help you become a backcountry…
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Episode 108 | EI Coyote Quilts and Photo Satellite Messaging
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43:59On today’s episode of the Backpacking Light podcast, Nikki Stavile interviews Brian Noakes of El Coyote quilts, and we talk about a new satellite messaging device that can now send photos and voice memos. To view the show notes for this podcast, click here.By Backpacking Light
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Episode 107 | Backpack Ventilation with Vaucluse
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39:47In episode 107 of the Backpacking Light Podcast, we are going to learn about backpack ventilation and have a chat about pack design and its impact on thermoregulation with Vaucluse founder Brice Sokolowski. To view the show notes for this episode, click here.By Backpacking Light
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In episode 106 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about tent stake holding power and have a chat about tent stake design with Suluk 46 founder Steve Evans. To view the shownotes for this episode, click here.By Backpacking Light
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Episode 105 | Expedition Kite Skiing Across Greenland with Jesse Crocker
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1:00:15In today's episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about traveling off-trail responsibly, a rain jacket that defines new standards for durability and performance, and a kite skiing expedition across greenland with Jesse Crocker. To view the shownotes for this episode of the Backpacking Light podcast, check out our website.…
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Episode 104 | Outdoor Industry Hiring + Bennett Fisher (Jolly Gear)
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1:33:47In Episode 104 of the Backpacking Light Podcast, Ryan and Lloyd interview Jolly Gear founder Bennett Fisher, chat about what is in their day packs, and share their perspectives on recruiting and hiring employees for their companies. To view the shownotes for this episode of the backpackinglight podcast click here.…
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Episode 103 | Cottage Industry Trends
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1:00:05Episode 103 of the Backpacking Light Podcast is a collaboration between Backpacking Light and Garage Grown Gear, home to more than 200 small, startup, and cottage gear brands, and your hub for all things ultralight. Visit them online at garagegrowngear.com. To read the shownotes for this episode of the Backpacking Light Podcast, click here.…
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In episode 102 of the Backpacking Light podcast you're going to learn about the origin, evolution, and use of Polartec Alpha Direct in modern ultralight layering systems. To read the shownotes for this podcast, click here.By Bac
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Episode 101 | Take Less, Do More, With Glen Van Peski
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1:08:14In today's episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to talk to Glen Van Peski about the life lessons we can learn from ultralight backpacking. To view the shownotes for this episode, click here.By Backpacking Light
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Episode 100 | Celebrating our Listeners and Gear for Hiking in the Sun
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53:53In Episode 100 of the Backpacking Light Podcast we're going to celebrate sunshine and the one hundredth episode of the backpacking light podcast featuring stories from our listeners and more. To view the show notes for this podcast, including a listing of some of our listener's favorite podcasts from the first 100, check out the shownotes.…
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Episode 99 | How to Hide Your Food from Bears
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34:29In today's episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about how bears smell, and what you can do to hide your food from the nose of a bear. To view the show notes for this episode, click here.By Backpacking Light
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Episode 98 | Canister Stoves in the Winter
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21:49In episode 98 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn how to get the most out of your ultralight canister stove for winter backpacking. To view the show notes for this podcast, click here.By Backpacking Light
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