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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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Sep 25, 2024 • 40min
Episode 107 | Backpack Ventilation with Vaucluse
 In episode 107 of the Backpacking Light Podcast, we are going to learn about backpack ventilation and have a chat about pack design and its impact on thermoregulation with Vaucluse founder Brice Sokolowski. To view the show notes for this episode, click here. 

Aug 26, 2024 • 56min
Episode 106 | Tent Stake Holding Power
 Steve Evans, founder of Suluk 46 and expert tent stake designer, shares insights on tent stakes' holding power. He discusses the intricate factors affecting their design, including shape, length, and soil interaction. Dive into the evolution of lightweight gear, particularly the art behind titanium stakes. Evans emphasizes the importance of selecting the right guylines for ultra-light tents and shares personal strategies for effective camping setups in various terrains. His journey from hobbyist to innovator highlights the communal spirit of outdoor enthusiasts. 

Jul 31, 2024 • 1h
Episode 105 | Expedition Kite Skiing Across Greenland with Jesse Crocker
 In today's episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about traveling off-trail responsibly, a rain jacket that defines new standards for durability and performance, and a kite skiing expedition across greenland with Jesse Crocker. To view the shownotes for this episode of the Backpacking Light podcast, check out our  website. 

Jul 25, 2024 • 1h 34min
Episode 104 | Outdoor Industry Hiring + Bennett Fisher (Jolly Gear)
 In Episode 104 of the Backpacking Light Podcast, Ryan and Lloyd interview Jolly Gear founder Bennett Fisher, chat about what is in their day packs, and share their perspectives on recruiting and hiring employees for their companies. To view the shownotes for this episode of the backpackinglight podcast click  here. 

Jun 17, 2024 • 1h
Episode 103 | Cottage Industry Trends
 Explore the unique gear at Garage Grown Gear like corrugated plastic camp shoes. Learn about sourcing inventory for a gear shop and supporting small brands. Discover success stories of small outdoor gear brands through partnerships. Delve into innovation and collaboration in the cottage industry. Understand the challenges and growth in the outdoor industry for small brands. 

May 31, 2024 • 27min
Episode 102 | Polartec Alpha Direct
 Explore the origin and use of Polartec Alpha Direct in ultralight layering systems, from revolutionizing military gear to innovative evolution in outdoor wear. Learn about the benefits of combining insulative layers with a high air permeability wind shirt for different weather conditions. 

Apr 8, 2024 • 1h 8min
Episode 101 | Take Less, Do More, With Glen Van Peski
 In today's episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to talk to Glen Van Peski about the life lessons we can learn from ultralight backpacking. To view the shownotes for this episode, click  here. 

Mar 25, 2024 • 54min
Episode 100 | Celebrating our Listeners and Gear for Hiking in the Sun
 In Episode 100 of the Backpacking Light Podcast we're going to celebrate sunshine and the one hundredth episode of the backpacking light podcast featuring stories from our listeners and more. To view the show notes for this podcast, including a listing of some of our listener's favorite podcasts from the first 100, check out the shownotes. 

Mar 12, 2024 • 34min
Episode 99 | How to Hide Your Food from Bears
 In today's episode of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn about how bears smell, and what you can do to hide your food from the nose of a bear. To view the show notes for this episode, click here. 

Feb 19, 2024 • 22min
Episode 98 | Canister Stoves in the Winter
 In episode 98 of the Backpacking Light podcast we're going to learn how to get the most out of your ultralight canister stove for winter backpacking. To view the show notes for this podcast, click here. 


