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Backpacking Light Podcast

Backpackinglight.com

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 62 | Dan Durston Talks X-mid and More

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2022/06/10

In this episode, Andrew chats with gear designer and biologist Dan Durston. Dan is an accomplished backpacker and longtime Backpacking Light member. He went from gear enthusiast to gear tester to successful gear designer and small-business owner in a remarkably short time. His most recent shelter, the Durston X-Mid Pro 2 (read our review), is one of the buzziest ultralight shelters to hit the market in quite a while. All this despite the fact that Dan doesn't have a background in engineering or

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Episode 61 | Frameless Pack Best Practices

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2022/05/17

In this episode, Ryan and Andrew discuss how and why to use a frameless pack while backpacking. click here for show notes

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Episode 60 | Willow Belden of Out There

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2022/05/03

In this episode, Ryan chats with Willow Belden of Out There. Out There is a podcast that tackles big questions through intimate storytelling and is committed to elevating the voices of those traditionally left out of the conversation when it comes to the outdoors. Also in this episode: a conversation about a new outdoor fabric, updates on some packs we've been testing, and the launch of a new Backpacking Light online course - the How to Use Gaia GPS masterclass. Click here for show notes:

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16:59

Episode 59 | Ben Kilbourne Reads "Good Gear Lets You...

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2022/04/12

We talk a lot about gear on this podcast. Gear is fun, and if you are a fan of this pod, you probably have an interest not only in if something works, but why it works. Still, it’s easy to begin to fetishize gear, to turn it almost into the point of having adventures rather than a tool to facilitate them. Don’t believe us? Just search "gear layout" hashtags on Instagram. That’s why we've always loved the essay “Good Gear Lets you be Present” by Ben Kilbourne. In his classic style, Ben struggles to

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01:30:21

Backpacking Light Podcast | Episode 58 | Benny Braden...

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2022/03/29

Benny Braden is a public lands advocate and accomplished long-distance hiker. In this episode, Andrew and Ryan chat with him about public lands stewardship, social media, National Park funding, and more. Also in this episode - what's up with bagging dog poop but leaving it on the side of the trail? click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/podcast-58-benny-brayden-vandalism-social-media/

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53:16

Backpacking Light Podcast | Episode 57 | Cottage...

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2022/03/15

In this episode, Andrew chats with Henry and Julie Mosier of Food for the Sole about running a small business in the outdoor industry, idea iteration, bikepacking, working with family, finding mentors, and more! click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/podcast-57-food-for-sole

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Backpacking Light Podcast | Episode 56 | Portable...

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2022/03/04

In this episode, we chat with longtime Backpacking Light contributor Rex Sanders about his ongoing tests of portable battery chargers. Also, Ryan and Andrew chat about vandalism on public lands, electronic device management, new gear from Atom Packs, and the benefits of freeze-drying.

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17:33

Episode 55 | Managing Perspiration in Layering...

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2022/02/01

Ryan and Andrew discuss strategies and gear for managing perspiration in layering systems, including the processes of wicking, evaporation, and ventilation. click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/podcast-55-perspiration-layering-wicking-evaporation-ventilation

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01:34:28

Episode 54 | Foot Injuries, Training, and...

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2022/01/19

In this episode of the backpacking Light Podcast, we interview physical therapist and athletic performance coach John Zombro about foot health, footwear, injuries, rehabilitation, training, and more. Also in this episode: shoes we are looking at in 2022, updates on the Backpacking Light Member Q and A series, and our favorite things we've published lately! click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/podcast-54-foot-injuries-training-rehabilitation-hiking-backpacking-zombro

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16:29

Ben Kilbourne Reads "Going Home"

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2022/01/03

Backpacking Light contributor Ben Kilbourne reads his meditation on the transition from wilderness to trail to parking lot. Click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/episode-53-going-home

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21:54

Episode 52 | Gear We Love 2021 Edition

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2021/12/20

We're gonna wrap up the year with a survey of gear we loved using in 2021. We polled the Backpacking Light staff and contributors and asked them to talk about the gear they couldn't live without in 2021 - and why. Make sure and check out the related Staff Picks 2021 article for more. Enjoy, and we'll see you next year! click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/episode-52-gear-2021

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50:04

Cottage Industry Interview: Livio Melo of allmansright

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2021/11/30

This is the first installment of the Backpacking Light Podcast's new series of cottage industry interviews - where Andrew and Ryan chat with some of the small business owners who make up the ultralight cottage industry world. In this episode, the guys interview Livio Melo, the founder of allmansright. click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/podcast-51-cottage-short-allmans-right

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Episode 50 | Listener Q & A

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2021/11/23

It's our 50th episode! To celebrate, we reached out to listeners and asked them to submit their big backpacking questions. We received fantastic questions about gear, philosophy, and skills and enjoyed chatting about the answers. Also in this episode, an interview with Backpacking Light grant recipient Narinda Heng and some upcoming educational opportunities at Backpacking Light. Enjoy! click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/episode-50-qa

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25:40

Skills Short: Untraditional Layers

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2021/11/09

In this SKILLS SHORT, Andrew and Ryan chat about layers that don't quite fit into the traditional three-layer system. Click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/episode-49-untraditional-layers

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01:35:27

Waterproof Breathable Fabrics

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2021/10/26

In this episode of the Backpacking Light Podcast, Ryan and Andrew chat with Backpacking Light author and materials tester Stephen Seeber about layering, waterproof-breathable fabrics, and new GORE-TEX technology. Also in this episode, we discuss a new pack from Arc'teryx, updates to the popular NEMO Tensor line of sleeping pads, and a follow-up conversation about water-resistant down. click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/episode-048-waterproof-breathable

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07:45

Mark Wetherington Reads "The Backpacking Tithe Project"

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2021/10/12

In this episode of the Backpacking Light Podcast, longtime Backpacking Light contributor Mark Wetherington reads his essay The Backpacking Tithe Project. In it, he considers the implications of intentionally focusing on frequent, short trips over long thru-hikes. Click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/episode-47-mark-wetherington-reads-the-backpacking-tithe-project

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54:52

Water-resistant Down

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2021/09/23

In today's podcast, Andrew chats with some of the folks from IDFL Laboratory and Institute (originally known as the International Down and Feather Testing Laboratory) about water-resistant down. Also in this episode, Andrew shares some of the creative things listeners are doing in the backcountry and gives his final thoughts on the Nunatak Gear Bears Ears 50 pack. Click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/episode-46-down

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32:09

Skills Short: Backcountry Creativity

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2021/09/03

In this SKILLS SHORT EPISODE, Ryan and Andrew talk about strategies and techniques for creative pursuits in the backcountry: painting, writing, composing, photography, journaling, and more! Click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/episode-45-backcountry-creativity

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01:46:06

The New Reality of Western Wildfires

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2021/08/20

In this episode, Andrew chats with Jadon Bales (Communications Director, Wyoming Wildlife Federation) about the new reality of wildfire behavior in the west. Ryan gives some actionable advice on planning for worst-case wildfire scenarios and highlights some new discussions going on at Backpacking Light. Also in this episode - Platypus' new water filter could be a game-changer. Click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/episode-44-wildfires/

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14:32

Observing Transition Season

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2021/08/06

In this episode of the Backpacking Light Podcast, author Ben Kilbourne uses the writing of Aldo Leopold to examine his motivations when exploring the backcountry. It's a thought-provoking essay that may just have you reconsidering why you are out there. Would you like to read the written version of this podcast? Check it out here. Click here for show notes: https://backpackinglight.com/episode-043-observing-transition

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