Podcast Episodes

Episode 123 | The 5 Fs of Fastpacking

Season 1 Episode 123

Learn how to fastpack smarter and lighter - Ryan Jordan breaks down the "Five F's of Fastpacking"—Focus, Fitness, Fuel, Footwear, and Fast & Light Gear—and shares performance-based strategies for mov…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

Podcast 122 | Unconventional Sleep Systems

Season 1 Episode 122

Today’s episode of the Backpacking Light Podcast is sponsored by Outdoor Vitals StormLoft Down Topquilt, featuring ExpeDry gold-treated water-resistant down. This quilt dries faster than traditional …

Published on 5 months, 1 week ago

Episode 121 | What is Thru-hiking & GGG Giveaway

Season 1 Episode 121

In 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.

Published on 5 months, 4 weeks ago

Episode 120 | Using Quilts in Cold Temperatures

Season 1 Episode 120

In 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.

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Published on 6 months, 1 week ago

Episode 119.5 (Bonus) | Trail Days Online! 2025 Preview

Season 1

In 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…

Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago

Episode 119 | Sleep Warmer: Evening Routines

Season 1 Episode 119

In today's episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about bedtime routines and practices for sleeping warm in the backcountry.

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Published on 6 months, 4 weeks ago

Episode 118 | Traction Spikes

Season 1 Episode 118

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.

Published on 7 months, 1 week ago

Podcast 117 | Snowshoe Sizing | GGG

Season 1 Episode 117

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.

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Published on 7 months, 2 weeks ago

Episode 116 | Slope Angles

Season 1 Episode 116

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.

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Published on 8 months ago

Episode 115 | Tiny Things

Season 1 Episode 115

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.

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Published on 8 months, 2 weeks ago