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Andrew Skurka 5.0: Smartphone Satellite Messaging, Assessing Skill Level for Guided Trips, and Being Childfree (BPR #282)

Andrew Skurka 5.0: Smartphone Satellite Messaging, Assessing Skill Level for Guided Trips, and Being Childfree (BPR #282)

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek we are joined once again by our pal and backpacking legend, Andrew Skurka. We cover a host of new subjects...

Dec 2, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Katie “Double Dip” Jackson on Hiking the CDT as Her First Triple Crown Trail (BPR #281)

Katie “Double Dip” Jackson on Hiking the CDT as Her First Triple Crown Trail (BPR #281)

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by thru-hiker and Trek Writer, Katie Jackson, known on trail as Double Dip. Katie gives us an...

Nov 25, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Bennett “Jolly” Fisher, Founder of Jolly Gear, on Triple Crowning and the Evolution of His Signature Shirts (BPR #280)

Bennett “Jolly” Fisher, Founder of Jolly Gear, on Triple Crowning and the Evolution of His Signature Shirts (BPR #280)

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we’re joined by Bennett “Jolly” Fisher, the founder and visionary behind Jolly Gear. We learn all about Jolly's entry into...

Nov 18, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Poop in the Backcountry: Wag Bags, Cat Holes, and Statistics with Shari Edelson (BPR #279)

Poop in the Backcountry: Wag Bags, Cat Holes, and Statistics with Shari Edelson (BPR #279)

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Shari Edelson. Shari is a PhD student researching human impacts in wilderness areas, specifically the impacts...

Nov 11, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Tara Dower on Her Appalachian Trail FKT, Falling 200+ Times, and Her Crew’s Role (BPR #278)

Tara Dower on Her Appalachian Trail FKT, Falling 200+ Times, and Her Crew’s Role (BPR #278)

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we're joined by Tara Dower, the new holder of overall Fastest Known Time on...

Nov 4, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
The Real Hiking Viking & Lt. Cookoo Bird on Bikepacking Across Iceland, Patagonia, and the Ragbrai (BPR #277)

The Real Hiking Viking & Lt. Cookoo Bird on Bikepacking Across Iceland, Patagonia, and the Ragbrai (BPR #277)

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Jabba and Lt Cookoo for another BPR classic. This one,...

Oct 28, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Northville Placid Trail: 138 miles Through New York’s Adirondack Park (BPR #276)

Northville Placid Trail: 138 miles Through New York’s Adirondack Park (BPR #276)

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to by LMNT, we are breaking down our recent hike of the Northville Placid Trail. Chaunce, Elise, and yours...

Oct 21, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
James Appleton on Hiking and Peakbagging in the Adirondacks (BPR #275)

James Appleton on Hiking and Peakbagging in the Adirondacks (BPR #275)

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by James Appleton. James is a walking encyclopedia on all things Adirondacks,...

Oct 14, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Allmansright Founders Jen Jacobsson-Melo & Livio Melo on Making Ultralight Gear in the Bronx (BPR #274)

Allmansright Founders Jen Jacobsson-Melo & Livio Melo on Making Ultralight Gear in the Bronx (BPR #274)

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Jen Jacobsson-Melo & Livio Melo, co-founders of Allmansright, an ultralight gear...

Oct 7, 2024 : Backpacker Radio
Ian Mangiardi on Youtube Hit “As It Happens,” Getting Dumped on Trail (Twice), and The Explorers Club (BPR #273)

Ian Mangiardi on Youtube Hit “As It Happens,” Getting Dumped on Trail (Twice), and The Explorers Club (BPR #273)

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Ian Mangiardi aka "Dusty". For those of you who've read Appalachian...

Sep 30, 2024 : Backpacker Radio