Live Ultralight Podcast | Backpacking, Travel, and Adventure

EP 204: Ask OV 10 - Why Go Ultralight (Even WITHOUT Big Miles On Trail)

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this session of "Ask OV", Tayson and Brigham share some insider info that you aren't going to want to miss! Have questions for us? Send us a voice ...

EP 203 - The Difference Shoes ACTUALLY Make On The Trail

03 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tayson & Tyler as they go into the difference switching from one trail shoe to another can ACTUALLY make... Have questions for us? Send us a voic...

EP 202 - How To Know If You're Ready For a 20 Mile Day

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tayson & Tyler as they go into how to know if you're ready to hike 20 miles in a day, & what all the resources are that will help you get there. ...

EP 201 - Cirq Trekking Pole Tent: Product Deep Dive

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tayson & Brigham for an in-depth look at the features, function, & design of the new Cirq Trekking Pole Tent. This 1p tent is more spacious, more...

EP 200 - Carbon Evo 50 Backpack Product Deep Dive

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tayson & Brigham for an in-depth look at the features, function, & design of the Carbon Evo 50 Backpack. This is one of our lightest and most com...

EP 199: Zulu Down Jacket - Product Deep Dive

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tayson & Brigham for an in-depth look at the features, function, & design of the Zulu Down jacket. This is our LIGHTEST down jacket yet... Zulu D...

EP 198: Ask OV 9 - Ultralight For Performance, Not To Chase A Number...

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this session of "Ask OV", Tayson and Brigham share some insider info that you aren't going to want to miss! Have questions for us? Send us a voice ...

EP 197: Ask OV 8 - Insider Edition: What's Stocking Out & What's HOT

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this session of "Ask OV", Tayson and Brigham share some insider info that you aren't going to want to miss! Have questions for us? Send us a voice ...

EP 196: Ask OV 7 - How Warm Puffy Jackets REALLY Are...

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this session of "Ask OV", Tayson and Brigham talk about our BRAND NEW Vantage Alpine Down Jacket & compare it to other jackets. Get answers on how ...

EP 195: Vantage Alpine Down Jacket - Product Deep Dive

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tayson & Brigham for an in-depth look at the features, function, & design of the Vantage Alpine Down Jacket. This is our WARMEST jacket yet & wei...

EP 194: NEW Shadowlight Carbon 60 Backpack - Product Deep Dive

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our lead product designer and our founder discuss the design of our latest backpack & all the unique features, functions, & upgrades it come with! Sha...

EP 193: Hiking 140 Miles in 6 Days Part 2 - Craig Obrist on the Colorado Trail

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tayson and special guest Craig Obrist as they share stories from our recent 140 mile hike on a section of the Colorado Trail! Craig had to get of...

EP 192: Hiking 140 Miles In 5.5 Days - FULL STORY

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

SPOILER: Not all who started with us on the trip finished... This year we hiked our 2nd section of the Colorado Trail covering about 140 miles and cli...

EP 191: Ask OV 6 - Answers About New Gear + Discontinuing Old Favorites

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "Ask OV", Tayson and Brigham talk about our BRAND NEW Mountain Pursuit apparel line that was just launched on presale, and also ans...

EP 190 - Pursuit Hybrid Fleece: Designer's Overview

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tayson & Brigham as they share all kinds of insights about the design, features, & function of the Pursuit Hybrid Fleece. Pursuit Hybrid Fleece: ...

EP 189: Altura Dynamic Pants Designer's Overview

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tayson & Brigham as they share all kinds of insights about the design, features, & function of the Altura Dynamic Pants. Altura Dynamic Pants: ht...

EP 188: Ask OV 5: Upcoming 100 Miler, Shoes, Socks & Sleep Gear

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "Ask OV", Tayson and Brigham talk about their up and coming 135 mile hike on the Colorado Trail for the OV100 Mile Challenge and fi...

EP 188: It's Been 11 Years... How We Got Here & What's Coming (From The Founder)

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's been 11 years since OV's very first sale! Join the Founder for insights into where we've been & what's coming later this year... Dive in deep to ...

EP 187 - Crossing the Grand Canyon TWICE In Under 48 Hrs...

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Grand Canyon is not a location to underestimate. Join Tayson & Brigham in our latest episode as they share stories from first-time pack rafting ad...

EP 186: Ask OV 4: Fixing Gear on the Trail, Rain Jackets vs Hardshells, and Why Gear Wets Out

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this months session of "Ask OV" on the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson & Brigham answer the questions many of you have been asking & give unique be...

EP 185 - UNEXPECTED: 40 Miles In The Most Remote Desert

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tayson, Brigham, & Ty share stories from their adventures in one of the most remote deserts in Southern Utah. Some members of the tea...

EP 184 - Ask OV 3: Cook Systems, Workouts, & Women's Apparel

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this month's session of "Ask OV" Tayson & Brigham tackle questions about women's apparel, workouts that actually help with trail time, cook systems...

EP 183 - Ask OV 2: Dying Fastpacks, My Big 3, & Upcoming Trips & Trails

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this month's session of "Ask OV" on the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson & Brigham answer the questions many of you have been asking & give unique b...

EP 182 - Ask OV: Waterproofing Backpacks, Discontinued Gear, & Why Use Trekking Poles

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this months session of "Ask OV" on the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson & Brigham answer the questions many of you have been asking & give unique be...

EP 181 - Bests of 2024 at Outdoor Vitals: Trips, Stories, Gear & Lessons

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Tayson, Brigham, & Tyler to hear the BEST stories, gear, & trips from 2024. It's actually quite incredible what fits into a single year...   Gre...

EP 180 - Hiking SOLO vs. With Friends

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What is is REALLY like to hike solo? Why are so many backpackers hesitant to do so, & is there a difference in how to prepare for a solo trip vs. a hi...

EP 179 - I Hiked 100 Miles In The Wind Rivers

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tayson Whittaker takes you through his solo adventure hiking 100 miles across the rugged Wind River Range in Wyoming. From the highs ...

EP 178 - StormLoft™ Down Topquilt (2024 Update) Product Deep Dive

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tayson sits down with Brigham Crane, the Lead Designer of Outdoor Vitals, to discuss the NEW 2024 StormLoft™ Down Topquilt. Check o...

EP 177 - 10 Years of Outdoor Vitals: It's Been A Wild Ride

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tayson sits down with Outdoor Vitals employees Derek and Dave to talk about where Outdoor Vitals began and how it got to where it is ...

EP 176 - I Ran 100 Miles For The First Time (Feat. Jeff Pelletier)

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson sits down with none other than Jeff Pelletier to talk all about the Bryce Canyon 100-mile race ...

EP 175 - Skyline Trail Joggers Product Deep Dive

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast, Tayson sits down with Outdoor Vitals' Lead Designer Brigham Crane to discuss their new pants: The Skyline Trail Jogger...

EP 174 - A Watch Can Change Your Life: Talking Coros With Darian Allberry

15 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Darian Allberry is an ultrarunner and Head of User Engagement at COROS Wearables. There he oversees press and media communications, product marketing,...

EP 173 - Backpacking With 8 YouTubers

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tayson and Derek discuss a recent backpacking trip in Southern Utah with 8 backpacking YouTubers. Great Backpacking Gear (Support the...

EP 172 - 50 Miles in 1 Day: Grand Canyon Snow, Fish, Permit Checks, & Power Walking

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Brigham and Tayson sit down to discuss their recent second attempt at the Grand Canyon Rim to Rim to R...

EP 171 - Age Is No Barrier: Hunter Leininger's Quest for Adventure

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hunter Leininger is an endurance sport multihyphenate. He's an ultrarunner, mountaineer, mountain biker, content creator, and reality TV star. The eag...

EP 170 - 3 Days In Sub-Freezing Temperatures (At 12,000 feet)

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the podcast, Tayson and Brigham sit down to discuss a recent trip into the Tushars, where they attempted, once again, to summit Del...

EP 169 - 100 Miles Changes EVERYTHING (You'll Never Know Until You Try)

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go." On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson and Tyler fr...

EP 168 - What The Amazing Race Is REALLY Like... (Joel & Garrett Interview)

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joel Strasser and Garrett Smith are friends from Idaho who competed on the CBS show, The Amazing Race. It's a reality competition show in which teams ...

EP 167 - A New Way Of Outdoor Travel: Thru-Skating with David Moondog Roop

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we’re talking to David “Moondog” Roop, who’s a thru-skater. Thru-skating, which I’m sure many of you aren’t familiar with, parallels...

EP 166 - How To Get 2nd Place On The Moab 240: Jeff Pelletier Interview

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Pelletier is an ultrarunner and filmmaker from Vancouver, Canada. Consistently ranked within the top 10 in numerous ultramarathons, he's gained r...

EP 165 - What's New With Outdoor Vitals In 2024

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tayson talks about the state of our company, Outdoor Vitals. What happened in 2023, and where we're headed in 2024. Enjoy this sneak ...

EP 164 - Skiing 800 Miles Through Sweden & More: Teemu Hartikainen

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Teemu Hartikainen is a Finnish thru-hiker, nordic skier, gear designer, and wilderness guide. He’s covered around 7,500 miles across various trails,...

EP 163 - Backpacking Meals By Athletes For Athletes With Jeff Garmire & Readywise

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the podcast, we’re talking about backpacking food. Not just any backpacking food, but backpacking food designed by the athletes t...

EP 162 - Appalachian Trail Record-Breaker: Kristian Morgan

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kristian Morgan is a runner who after three failed attempts to set the record, just last month set the fastest known time record for the southbound ro...

EP 161 - Best Gifts for Backpackers in 2023

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson sits down with Derek to discuss holiday shopping and what gifts you should buy for the backpack...

EP 160 - Keys to Great Sleep Outdoors

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson engages in a conversation with Brigham, focusing on the essential factors for achieving a restf...

EP 159 - Ben Vaughan: Triple-Crowner & Dog Musher

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ben Vaughan is a seasoned adventurer who, after dedicating 22 years to the US Navy, including five combat deployments, made a life-changing choice to ...

EP 158 - Ryan Van Duzer's Journey: Living Life on Two Wheels

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Van Duzer is an adventurer hailing from Boulder, Colorado. He’s best known on his popular YouTube channel as a bikepacker, but he’s also a hi...

EP 157 - Highline Thermal Leggings Product Deep Dive

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast, Tayson sits down with Outdoor Vitals' Lead Designer Brigham Crane to discuss their new base layer: The Highline Therma...

EP 156 - Stories From The Camino De Santiago: Jeremiah & Bridgette Stringer

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we welcome onto the podcast Jeremiah & Bridgette Stringer! Jeremiah is a backpacker who’s dedicated himself to helping other hikers throu...

EP 155 - Devin Ashby: Danger, YouTube, & Outdoor Gear

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Devin Ashby is a backpacking YouTuber (Backcountry Exposure). Previously he worked as an educator, and as a general manager for Waymark Gear Co., but ...

EP 154 - SOS Button Reality Check: Lessons Outdoors with Jonathan Conti

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jonathan Conti, a Boise, Idaho native, is a passionate cinematographer whose love for the outdoors has inspired the creation of his self-named YouTube...

EP 153 - Skyline 30 Fastpack Product Deep Dive

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast, Tayson and Brigham from Outdoor Vitals sit down to discuss their newest release: The Skyline 30 Fastpack. Get yours: h...

EP 152 - Revenge or Reliving? Tushar Mountain Ultra Race Story

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson sits down with Darren and Tyler to talk all about what happened on the recent Tushars Mountain ...

EP 151 - Adventurer's Journal: Maggie Slepian on Bikepacking and Beyond

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Maggie Slepian is a Montana-based writer and editor with a decade of gear-testing experience. She's an avid backpacker, bikepacker, climber, horseback...

EP 150 - Llamas, Goats, Gear, and Hunting: Dustin Wittwer (Finding Backcountry Podcast)

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dustin Wittwer is an avid hunter, passionate podcaster, and a fellow Utah native. As the host of the captivating "Finding Backcountry" podcast, he exp...

EP 149 - 4 Days, 100 Miles, & 19,000' Of Elevation: OV On The Colorado Trail

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson, Tyler, Brigham, and Derek of Outdoor Vitals are in a car driving home from doing 100 miles on ...

EP 148 - My 1st Ultramarathon Was Painful: Maximizing Training For The 2nd

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tayson sits down with Darren to discuss their training for taking on the Tushars Mountain Run Ultramarathons that they've both signed...

EP 147 - What The Outdoor Industry Doesn't Want You To Know

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the podcast, Tayson sits down with Brigham from Outdoor Vitals to discuss the realities of the backpacking industry and what you pr...

EP 146 - Injury Recovery & Backpacking Out West With Bryce Newbold

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Bryce Newbold is a backpacker, ultrarunner, and kayaker with a self-titled YouTube channel boasting 40,000 subscribers as of the time of this recordin...

EP 145 - Northern Utah, Navigation, and Best Backpacking Gear With Justin Outdoors - Trail Tale

04 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson and Brigham (Outdoor Vitals) sit down with backpacking YouTuber, Justin Outdoors. This time, th...

EP 144 - High-Performance Nutrition: Mike McKnight (The Low-Carb Runner)

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mike McKnight is a highly accomplished professional ultrarunner and coach whose achievements include taking first place in the Cocodona 250, the Moab ...

EP 143 - Trail Nutrition Secrets: Expert Tips from Backcountry Foodie

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Aaron Owens Mayhew is a registered dietitian and avid backpacker who made a significant career shift in 2017 after setting out to hike the Pacific Cre...

EP 142 - From Concept to Creation: Skyline Trail Shorts Product Deep Dive

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast, Tayson and Brigham from Outdoor Vitals discuss their newly-released shorts tailor-made for the backcountry: the Skylin...

EP 141 - Balancing Words and Wanderlust: Sam Schild's Life as an Outdoor Writer

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Schild is a seasoned adventurer and storyteller whose passion for exploration has taken him to incredible places. After earning an MFA in creative...

EP 140 - Unlocking Your Physical Potential For Hiking Pain-Free: Conversations with Chase Mountains

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chase Mountains is an Australian hiker, physical trainer, and backpacking YouTuber whose captivating and dynamic channel has gained him over 170,000 s...

EP 139 - Missing Hikers, AT Cults, & the Thru Hiker Diet with Kyle O'Grady

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Kyle O’Grady is a popular YouTube personality and outdoors enthusiast who has gained a large following for his humorous takes on hiking and camping ...

EP 138 - CS40 Ultra Backpack Product Deep Dive

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tayson hosts a conversation with Brigham, Outdoor Vitals' Design Director about the company's latest product - the CS40 Ultra, an ult...

EP 137 - Before You Hike the Highline Trail...

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, host Tayson engages in a conversation with Tyler to delve deep into the Uinta Highline Trail, a popula...

EP 136 - Barkley Marathon Finisher Aurélien Sanchez - Torn Pages, 10 min of Sleep, & Cheeseburgers

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Aurélien Sanchez is a French runner and backpacker who has taken the running world by storm with his impressive achievements. Just a few months ago w...

EP 135 - NEW BACKPACK: CS40 Ultra Coming Soon - Here's What To Expect

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tayson hosts a conversation with Brigham, Outdoor Vitals' Design Director, and Derek, OV's Marketing Director, about the company's la...

EP 134 - Ramen Bombs, Thru-Hiking & Bidets: Interview With Youtube's Frozen

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jason, AKA “Frozen” to the hiking community, is a backpacker, thru-hiker, and YouTuber. Getting into backpacking through a friend, he started docu...

EP 133 - Bears, Bison & Biking Across The Country: Mason Gravley Interview

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mason Gravley is the Lead Ambassador at Athletic Brewing Company, a company that specializes in making low-calorie, non-alcoholic craft beer targeted ...

EP 132 - Most Underrated Backpacking Gear: All-New Nebo Windbreaker Deep Dive

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast, Tayson sits down with Brigham to discuss the new Outdoor Vitals wind jacket: The Nebo Windbreaker. Wind chill is one o...

EP 131 - Hiking A Perfect 20-Mile Day

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast, Tayson sits down with Tyler to discuss the 100-Mile Challenge framework and what it means to hike a perfect 20-mile da...

EP 130 - Hot Tents, Sub-0° Gear & Drinking Butter - Trail Tale

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson sits down with other members of the Outdoor Vitals team to discuss their recent trip up into th...

EP 129 - The Best Breakfast On The Trail? Alpen Fuel's Shaun Durkee

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Shaun Durkee is the owner of Alpen Fuel, a backpacking food company based in Bozeman, Montana. It was started in the fall of 2018 by Shaun and his wif...

EP 128 - Sleep Better Outdoors: Oblivion Sleeping Pad Deep Dive

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson (Outdoor Vitals Founder) sits down with Brigham (Outdoor Vitals Lead Designer) to go in-depth o...

EP 127 - How to document your adventures with Elina Osborne

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Elina is a filmmaker, adventure guide, and thru-hiker from Auckland, New Zealand, also known by the trail name “Tip Tap”. In 2019, she thru-hiked ...

EP 126 - The Man Who's Set Over A Dozen FKTs: Jeff Garmire Interview

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Garmire is a highly accomplished backpacker. At just 32 years old, and during the recording of this podcast, he holds the Colorado Trail FKT (fas...

EP 125 - A Man Pushes A Cart From Virginia To California: Paul Ferraro Interview

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson sits down to talk with Paul Ferraro to discuss his many long, long walks to raise money for Nav...

EP 124 - Why You Should Hike 100 Miles With Us!

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson sits down with Tyler and Derek to discuss the 2023 OV 100 Mile Challenge. With the OV 100 Mile ...

EP 123 - Rain Pants, Ultras After 50 & Pack Sizes: Q&A

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast, Tayson answers your questions! Be sure to comment below or email us at [email protected] to hear your qu...

EP 122 - What's Happening to Outdoor Vitals in 2023

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tayson talks about the state of our company, Outdoor Vitals. What happened in 2022, and where we're headed in 2023. Enjoy this sneak ...

EP 121 - Outdoor Vitals at ISPO: International Travel, Sustainability, and the Outdoor Industry

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson sits down with Brigham and Tyler to discuss ISPO: the largest sports and outdoor trade show in ...

EP 120 - Hallucinations, Failures, and setting the John Muir FKT: Aurelien Sanchez Interview

27 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Aurelien Sanchez is a French runner and backpacker who holds the record for the self-supported fastest-known time record for the south-to-north route ...

EP 119 - Near Death Experiences, Backpacking, Filmmaking & Minimalism: Kraig Adams Interview

20 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kraig Adams is a filmmaker, hiker, and minimalist living in Denver, CO. He’s best known for the Kraig Adams YouTube Channel, which documents Kraig’...

EP 118 - 14000 Miles Around the USA: The American Perimeter Trail With Rue McKenrick

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rue McKenrick is an American backpacker and conservationist. He’s a triple-crowner and the Executive Director of The American Perimeter Trail Confer...

EP 117 - International Travel, Backpacking, Mental Health & the Tech Pandemic: Glen Anderson

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Glen Andersen is an outdoor guide from our home state of Utah. He holds a bachelor's degree from Southern Utah University in leadership and group dyna...

EP 116 - Principles for the BEST Layering System in ANY Environment

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the podcast, Tayson sits down with the lead product designer of Outdoor Vitals, Brigham Crane, to discuss OV's new 10 Piece Adaptiv...

EP 115 - Picking Backpacking Gear Worth The Investment With Peter Reese

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Peter Reese is an avid hiker, fisherman, and adventurer. He is passionate about the outdoors and sharing his experience with others. Peter is a fan of...

EP 114 - Backpacking in National Parks During the "Off-Season"

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson sits down with some of the other Outdoor Vitals crew to talk about their recent trip to Zion Na...

EP 113 - Pacific Crest Trail Fastest-Known Time Record Holder: Josh Perry Interview

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson interviews Josh Perry. Josh Perry is a British athlete who, as of this recording, holds the rec...

EP 112 - Why You Should Hike the Arizona Trail with Matthew J. Nelson

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matthew Nelson has been the executive director of the Arizona Trail Association since 2012. The ATA is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to pr...

EP 111 - Andrew Steven (Trail Weight) Interview

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Andrew Steven is an “amateur explorer, expert coffee drinker, and podcast maker..." who has worked with Google, NBCUniversal, WarnerMedia, and numer...

EP 110 - Vario Jacket Deep Dive

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast, Tayson sits down with lead designer, Brigham Crane, to talk in-depth about the new jacket from Outdoor Vitals: The Var...

EP 109 - Franziska Weinheimer (Hike Oregon) Interview

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Franziska Weinheimer is an outdoorswoman from Germany who has lived for over a quarter-century in the state of Oregon. Since 2016, she’s been sharin...

EP 108 - 20,000 KM Of Exploration: An Interview With Ray Zahab

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ray Zahab is a Canadian explorer, long-Distance Runner, author, speaker, and founder of the non-profit organization Impossible2possible. In 2015 he wa...

EP 107 - I Carried Backpacking Gear For 3 People

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tayson breaks down a trip he recently did with his son and his dad, where he ended up carrying the gear for 3 people. Living ultralig...

EP 106 - Hiking 100 Miles With A 9-Year-Old

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Tayson welcomes one of the backpackers in the UL Member 100 Challenge, and college football coach, Brandon. Brandon hiked 100 miles w...