The Backpacking Podcast presented by Outdoor Vitals

Be prepared to listen to great stories, hear from incredible guests, and laugh until your stomach hurts. Jeremiah Stringer and John Kelley share from experiences and knowledge from the trail while bringing the fun back to backpacking podcasts. The main goal here is to make you smile, and you'll quickly realize that Wednesdays are the best day of the week.

285 $700 Sleeping Bags, New Backpacks, and 4 Day Old Tuna Packets

285 $700 Sleeping Bags, New Backpacks, and 4 Day Old Tuna Packets

09-19
01:17:12

284 Psychedelics Are A BAD IDEA In The Backcountry

In this episode, Jeremiah and JK talk about a recent incident that occurred in the Catskill Mountains in New York where psychedelic mushrooms caused a major issue. We also talk about some interesting "would you rather "s and so much more.Check out the brand new Pursuit Apparel Line from Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/2FE95c4

09-13
51:41

283 Conquering the AT w/ Metro On The Move and Kriz Akoni

Today, we’ve got two AT thru-hikers, Kriz Akoni and Metro on the Move. Both recently summited Mt Katahdin and claimed their place in hiking history. We share in the victories, the struggles, and some of the most disgusting things that backpackers never talk about from the trail.Check out the brand new Pursuit Apparel Line from Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/2FE95c4

09-04
57:10

282 Dirty Secrets of the Backcountry

In this episode, Jeremiah shares the dirt on his most recent trip with Mr. Backpacking With Jason Sir. JK shares a list of things that most backpackers know but don't talk about. Check out the brand new Pursuit Apparel Line from Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/2FE95c4

08-28
50:21

281 Blinded by EXPLODING WATER BOTTLES!!!

On this episode, JK and Jeremiah revisit our most recent poll about where everyone prefers to do the "number 2", we discuss Wal-Mart's recall on exploding water bottles, and we decide which drinking water is the best to take on trail.Check out the brand new Pursuit Apparel Line from Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/2FE95c4

08-21
46:05

280 Crocs, and Hippos, and Wolves...Oh My! with Moose Mutlow

Check out the brand new Pursuit Apparel Line from Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/2FE95c4Moose Mutlow is a senior trainer and family liaison officer of Yosemite Search & Rescue, one of the world's busiest organizations of its kind…and he’s bringing his years of experience to the Backpacking Podcast. We talk about everything from swimming with crocs in Australia to Navigating thick patches or Rhododendron in the mountains of North Carolina. We also learn the harrowing details of the hardest parts of working in search and rescue. Tune in to hear from someone on the front lines or our National Parks.

08-14
01:03:30

279 Escaping Wild Fires On Trail With Tim Buckley

He survived wildfires, and now he’s surviving Ben McMillan at Hilltop Packs. Welcome Tim Buckley to the livestream.Check out Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/9TbbnVq

08-07
01:01:54

278 There are 268 Mistakes Hikers Make with Ben McMillen

He’s a DJ, a YouTuber, a photographer, owner of Hiltop Packs and Apex Giant Gear, and now you can call him an author. Come hang out with us while we talk to Ben McMillen about his new book, and we discuss mistakes we’ve all made on trail.Be sure to check out our title sponsors, Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/6mRM7ET

07-31
01:02:22

277 Bear Attacks A Sleeping Hiker On The AT

In this episode, JK and Jeremiah hit several topics, from a recent bear attack caught on camera, dodging the rain on backpacking trips, and alternatives to hiking in the hot summer months. Be sure to check out our title sponsors, Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/6mRM7ET

07-24
36:48

276 Giant Spiders, International Travel, and A Pick-Ax Trowel with Adam Roy

We’ve broken down many of his articles from Backpacker.com, and now we get to sit down and chat with the editor in chief himself, Adam Roy. We chat about everything from family to his passion for spiders, and some great gear info.Be sure to check out our title sponsors, Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/6mRM7ET

07-17
01:00:56

275 95 Degrees with No Shade or 25 With The Wrong Gear?

In this episode, JK and Jeremiah play a little game of "Would You Rather." They hilariously discuss which choices they would make given extreme situations. How would you respond to these?Be sure to check out our title sponsors, Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/6mRM7ET

07-10
40:41

274 MORE Hot Takes from the Backcountry!

JK and Jeremiah discuss more hot takes and get your opinions in real time! What does the B.P. nation think about these ridiculous takes?Be sure to check out our title sponsors, Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/6mRM7ET

07-03
52:19

273 Hot Takes from the Backcountry

We look at hot takes from the people who should know best…backpackers. Backpacker magazine lists some of the hottest takes in the backcountry, and we give you our hot takes on them! https://www.backpacker.com/stories/essays/opinion/your-most-unhinged-hiking-takes-made-even-our-editors-uncomfortable/Be sure to check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals! - https://alnk.to/6mRM7ET

06-26
42:47

272 Has All-Trails Lost Their MINDS?!?!?! 🤬

Jeremiah goes on a trip to West Virginia, and there's a lot of disappointment in the new tier system with All Trails. If you want to hear a good, old-fashioned Jeremiah Stringer rant, tune in!

06-19
01:00:39

271 Cartels, Rednecks with Guns, and a Taste of Americana with Lucy Barnard

She started hiking at the southern tip of South America and has made her way through Central America and Mexico. Now she’s joining us from Montana! Please welcome Lucy Barnard to the podcast as she shares from her adventures and thousands of miles that she has hiked.

06-12
01:03:51

270 Underworld of Sleeping Bags & Quilts with Chad Houghton of UGQ

Tushar Rain Jacket by Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/8PGgizAJoin us as we chat with longtime friend of the podcast and backcountry innovator, Chad Houghton, owner of UGQ Outdoor.

06-05
01:00:48

269 Tackling Tornadoes & Wrong Turns on Trail

Outdoor Vitals Tarp: https://alnk.to/aLKyeIPWe are joined by WoodAllTrails today to talk about his trip surviving a tornado while backpacking and lots of other fun topics.WoodAllTrails Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WoodAllTrails

05-29
50:28

268 Trading a Heat Wave for Snow Capped Mountains with Steven Smith

This week, we are excited to have Steven Smith join us for the podcast. In a very short time, My Life Outdoors has become the gold standard of backpacking YouTube channels and information on gear, tips, and the science behind backpacking. Hang out with us in the chat as we celebrate his most recent milestones, discuss new gear, and talk the future of backpacking.Check out our title sponsor, Outdoor Vitals at: www.outdoorvitals.com

05-22
01:08:12

267 Follow the Yellow Brick Cairn?

Check out the Ventus Active Hoodie from Outdoor Vitals: https://alnk.to/cb4x1CEGarage Grown Gear Sale (90+ Brands) https://alnk.to/apUXnooThis week, we’re discussing the dangers of following cairns on trail, the excitement behind trail days beginning this weekend, and discussing the latest ground-breaking tent from Durston Gear.

05-15
01:05:54

266 Feeding Grizzly Bears Bacon In The Backcountry

Free Gear Outdoor Vitals Live UL Membership: https://alnk.to/1N3KpTVToday, we finish off the list of the 8 most controversial topics in the backcountry. We discuss the age-old debate of how to put your shoes on correctly, and we ask “Will it Bacon?” to something many of us enjoy daily.

05-08
01:05:30

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