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Maggie “Honey Badger” Slepian on Suffering, Stubbornness, and Misogyny on Trail (BPR #245)

Maggie “Honey Badger” Slepian on Suffering, Stubbornness, and Misogyny on Trail (BPR #245)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Maggie Slepian aka Honey Badger. Maggie is the former Managing Editor at The Trek and their...

Mar 18, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Kelly “Ibex” Floro on the Pyrenean Haute Route, Budgeting for a Thru-Hike, and Being the Trek’s Managing Editor (BPR #244)

Kelly “Ibex” Floro on the Pyrenean Haute Route, Budgeting for a Thru-Hike, and Being the Trek’s Managing Editor (BPR #244)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by The Trek’s Managing Editor, Kelly “Ibex” Floro. We learn all about what it’s like to have...

Mar 11, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Chaunce Hiked the Foothills Trail! Terrain, Difficulty, Hiking with a Dog, and Gear (BPR #243)

Chaunce Hiked the Foothills Trail! Terrain, Difficulty, Hiking with a Dog, and Gear (BPR #243)

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, Chaunce hiked the Foothills Trail! With Chaunce being just a few days removed from this 76-mile gem of a hike,...

Mar 4, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Appalachian Trail  FKT

Appalachian Trail FKT

Preparations for a 2024 AT FKT speed record are underway! First and foremost i would like to acknowledge that this effort would not be possible without the monumental accomplishments of...

Mar 1, 2024 : Chris Chmura
Q&A #2: Backpacking with a Gun, Crush It Syndrome, Overrated Gear, Emotionally Draining Trail Experiences, and More (BPR #242)

Q&A #2: Backpacking with a Gun, Crush It Syndrome, Overrated Gear, Emotionally Draining Trail Experiences, and More (BPR #242)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are bringing back another edition of Q&A. Today we’re joined by our pal and chronic thru-hiker and adventurer, Steven...

Feb 26, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Backpacker Radio’s Signed Tyvek: Autographs from Backpacking’s Biggest Names

Backpacker Radio’s Signed Tyvek: Autographs from Backpacking’s Biggest Names

Want a piece of backpacking history? Backpacker Radio, the #1 hiking podcast with a totally normal fascination for poop stories, is auctioning off their esteemed signed tyvek wall! This wall

Feb 19, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Kevin “The Animal” Koski on the 2,300-Mile Four Corners Loop (BPR #241)

Kevin “The Animal” Koski on the 2,300-Mile Four Corners Loop (BPR #241)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek we are joined by Kevin Koski, known on trail as “The Animal.” Kevin is the man behind the Four Corners...

Feb 19, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Wes and Marie Black on Sex During a Thru-Hike, Hiking the PCT as a Married Couple, and Arguing on Trail (BPR #240)

Wes and Marie Black on Sex During a Thru-Hike, Hiking the PCT as a Married Couple, and Arguing on Trail (BPR #240)

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are once again loving love. That's right, it's the 4th edition of our Valentine's Day-themed show. Today we catch...

Feb 12, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Bailey “PseudoSloth” Bremner on the Columbine Route, Creating Her Own Routes, and Backpacking with Dogs (#239)

Bailey “PseudoSloth” Bremner on the Columbine Route, Creating Her Own Routes, and Backpacking with Dogs (#239)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Bailey “PseudoSloth” Bremner. In addition to hikes of the CDT, Great Divide Trail, Pinhoti, and Benton...

Feb 5, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
David “Moondog” Roop on Thru-Skating the Florida Trail and Natchez Trace Trail (#238)

David “Moondog” Roop on Thru-Skating the Florida Trail and Natchez Trace Trail (#238)

In today’s episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by David “Moondog” Roop. Moondog, alongside his buddy, has done the Natchez Trace Trail, Florida Trail, and...

Jan 29, 2024 : Backpacker Radio