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69 - DAN BECKER: Lighten Your Load!
Episode 69
Famous Youtuber Dan Becker joins the show to share some of his insights on lightening one's load...without spending much (or any) money. He also outl…
6 years, 6 months ago
68 - Olympic National Park Trip Report
Episode 68
For all of their experience, Derek and Carl still manage to make significant blunders on backpacking trips. This episode answers questions like...whe…
6 years, 7 months ago
67 - 8 Rookie Mistakes You Might Be Making
Episode 67
Sometimes we fall into bad habits and don't even realize it. This episode examines inefficiencies that occur due to lack of awareness, affordability,…
6 years, 8 months ago
66 - The Summer Challenge (Season Finale)
Episode 66
Derek and Carl wrap up Season 2 reflecting on takeaways big and small. The Most Ridiculous Backpacker of All Time vote has concluded and the winner i…
6 years, 10 months ago
65 - The Death Hike FKT Attempt
Episode 65
This is an episode about embracing the challenge. Do you ever try to stretch yourself to your physical limits? Is there a high probability of disaste…
6 years, 10 months ago
64 - The Most Ridiculous Backpacker of All Time & Trip Report
Episode 64
Many of us have brought items into the backcountry that are regrettable. But some do this intentionally. Derek and Carl share the nominations for the…
6 years, 10 months ago
63 - The Trail Name Generator
Episode 63
Where did trail names come from and how does one get one? Derek and Carl explore the idea of trail names and then really dig into the results of a qu…
6 years, 11 months ago
62 - Fit to Get Packing OR Packing to Get Fit?
Episode 62
Are the big trips your way to get your fitness on? Or do you train to dominate the trail? And which one will make for the better wilderness experienc…
6 years, 11 months ago
61 - Just Rub Some Dirt On It
Episode 61
There's a fine line between foolish decisions and straight up adventure. When should we play it safe and when should we just go for it. No equation h…
6 years, 11 months ago
60 - GRADY POWELL: The Ursack Strikes Back!
Episode 60
Green Beret, Ultimate Survival Alaska Star, Dual Survivalist and now, Ursack representative, Grady Powell joins the show to give a different perspect…
6 years, 11 months ago