Best Kyle Hates Hiking Podcasts (2024)

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MyLifeOutdoors on the most OVERRATED Gear in Backpacking! 1:18:29

1h ago1:18:29

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Go check out our sponsor Garage Grown Gear and get yourself some awesome UL gear! https://www.garagegrowngear.com/collections/ultralight-backpacking-gear-accessories/ MyLifeOutdoors joins the show for a HUGE episode! We talk about overrated backpacking gear, Steven shows how much smarter than me he is, and of course... we talk about backpacking You…

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The TRUTH about Romantic Relationships on the Appalachian Trail | Beer in Beautiful Places 1:04:21

14d ago1:04:21

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Go check out our sponsor Garage Grown Gear and get yourself some awesome UL gear! https://www.garagegrowngear.com/collections/ultralight-backpacking-gear-accessories Maddie from Beer in Beautiful Places joins the show at Trail Days to talk about all things Appalachian Trail! We talk about her Appalachian Trail regrets, how she met and started datin…

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The Uncomfortable TRUTH about Kyle Hates Hiking (did I sell out?!) 1:06:47

28d ago1:06:47

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GO check out all the new gear Garage Grown Gear just added to their collection! https://www.garagegrowngear.com/collections/new-to-garage-grown-gear In this episode I'm joined by Levi Spangler, who is a YouTuber and editor for the Kyle Hates Hiking channel. We talk about his experiences hiking in North Carolina, and get into some 'spicy' topics con…

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Exposing the TRUTH about Justin Outdoor's Temu SCANDAL 💲💲 59:07

1M ago59:07

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Justin Outdoors joins the show to shed some light on his recent "scandal" after taking a sponsorship for the controversial brand Temu. We talk about why he took the sponsorship, his audience's pushback, and what he's learned. We also dive into some backpacking gear talk, and Justin shares an INSANE story about being charged by a grizzly bear, and d…

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We need to talk about the current state of Backpacking YouTube (it's just sad) 1:07:42

2M ago1:07:42

1:07:42

Editor and producer for my channel Luke McKay joins me for a candid conversation about the backpacking niche. We answer the follow questions; What is the current state of backpacking YouTube? What can be done to take this niche to the next level? And, who are some of the creators we feel are currently pushing boundaries and making truly unique cont…

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7 Ultralight Backpacking Gear HACKS that stupid hikers ignore (with Baker Bokorney) 1:09:19

2M ago1:09:19

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Baker is back, and this time we are going over our favorite ultralight backpacking gear hacks, plus other interesting backpacking discussions! This one went off the rails a little bit, I'm not going to lie, but hopefully you're here for the goofs and the gags! Enjoy! For guest/episode ideas, listener feedback, sponsorships, or business inquiries re…

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10 STUPID but Common Beginner Backpacking Mistakes (w/ Sintax77) 1:08:15

3M ago1:08:15

1:08:15

Sintax77 is BACK on the show, and in this episode we're going over common beginner backpacking mistakes! The reason I'm calling these 'stupid' mistakes is because, well, I'm an idiot and I've made pretty much all of these mistakes at one point or another. Sintax77 is the man, I'm so grateful he came back on the show, and I hope you enjoy! Sintax77 …

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i never thought something like this could happen... 27:42

3M ago27:42

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On March 3rd, 2024, my girlfriend experienced a freak accident as we started what was supposed to be an easy hike. Here's the story and what we can learn from it. For guest/episode ideas, listener feedback, sponsorships, or business inquiries reach out to: trailtalespod@gmail.com My Gear spreadsheet: https://lighterpack.com/r/9qjh18 BIG FOUR 🤘 Back…

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20 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE my Appalachian Trail Thru Hike... 49:21

4M ago49:21

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Here are 20 things I wish I'd known before I thru hiked the Appalachian Trail. From gear choices, to social choices, to personal choices, there's always room for improvement on the Appalachian Trail, and hopefully this will be able to help YOU if you're planning on hiking the Appalachian Trail in the future. Appalachian Trail. For sponsorships, bus…

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The Depressing TRUTH about the Pacific Crest Trail that NOBODY wants to hear… 1:01:01

4M ago1:01:01

1:01:01

Frozen from Outdoor Adventures joins the show to talk about his upcoming thru hike of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT 2024). He previously hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2019, and is now taking his talents to the Pacific Crest Trail. We talk about what he is nervous about, what gear changes he's made, and how he is planning on dealing with the depress…

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The Most OVERRATED Gear in Backpacking! 1:10:12

5M ago1:10:12

1:10:12

Baker is back and in this episode we talk (and disagree) about some of the most OVERRATED types of backpacking gear on the market. At the end of the day everyone is going to have different opinions on what backpacking gear is worth taking, but hopefully this discussion between two thru hikers can help guide your own opinion. What do you think is 'c…

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The CULT that PREYS on Appalachian Trail Thru Hikers... 1:05:45

5M ago1:05:45

1:05:45

Audrey "Glowstick" Payne joins the show to discuss the controversial Twelve Tribes hostel on the Appalachian Trail, also known as the Yellow Deli. Is this group a cult? Are they targeting Appalachian Trail hikers for recruitment? Or is it all being blown out of proportion? We also talk about Audrey's experience thru hiking the Appalachian Trail, Jo…

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Confronting Elina Osborne | The TRUTH about her time on the Pacific Crest Trail… 1:02:02

5M ago1:02:02

1:02:02

Elina Osborne joins the show to discuss her Pacific Crest Trail thru hike, film-making, the Hayduke in Utah, and much more. A HIGHLY requested guest, it was fantastic to finally catch up with her. Elina on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElinaOsborne Elina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elinasborne/ For sponsorships, business inquiries, …

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AT vs PCT | An IN DEPTH Comparison from a Thru Hiker (which one is better?) 58:52

5M ago58:52

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In this solo episode I do an in depth comparison between the Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail in the following categories; Weather/climate, Views and scenery, Gear differences, Difficulty (Mentally & Physically), Permits, Water, Resupply, Towns, and People. Then, at the end of the episode I tell you which trail I think is better (Appalachi…

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What they DON'T tell you about hiking the Appalachian Trail... | Appalachian Adventurista 1:02:51

5M ago1:02:51

1:02:51

The Appalachian Adventurista joins the show to talk all about her thru hiking of the Appalachian Trail. We talk about post trail depression, what it takes to vlog a thru hike, and at the end she shares a hilarious story about... smut?! You don't want to miss it. Appalachian Adventurista on YouTube: @appalachianadventurista Appalachian Adventurista …

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20 Tips NOBODY tells you before your first Thru Hike... 1:13:16

6M ago1:13:16

1:13:16

Thru hiker Hunter Musgrove joins the show, and we go back and forth on our top thru hiking tips for first timers. From very specific hitch hiking tips, to general attitude/vibe tips, we cover it all, and sneak in plenty of stories along the way. Hunter's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hunterstrip/ Subscribe to my YouTube channel: https://www.…

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A NEAR DEATH Experience on the Appalachian Trail (learn from it) | Beer in Beautiful Places 1:00:33

6M ago1:00:33

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Fresh off the Appalachian Trail, Maddie from Beer in Beautiful Places joins the show to talk about her hike on the AT, and some of the highs and lows she experienced along the way. One of the highs was floating the Shenandoah River, and one of the lows was a near death experience she had while crossing a dangerous river on the Appalachian Trail in …

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The Unsettling TRUTH about Appalachian Trail Vloggers (they’re lying) | Jessika Poppe 1:05:20

6M ago1:05:20

1:05:20

Appalachian Trail thru hiker Jessika Poppe is on the show to talk all about the AT, vlogging, being an "influencer" (cringe), meeting/hiking with her boyfriend on trail, and much much more. Jessika quit vlogging in the middle of her thru hike; we talk about why she did that, and we dive deep into how her and her boyfriend met at Appalachian Trail D…

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The 7 WORST Controversies DIVIDING the Hiking Community... Where do you stand? (with Baker Bokorney) 1:15:29

7M ago1:15:29

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Let's break down some of the biggest controversies in the hiking community right now. Should SOS button's REALLY be available for everyone to use? Is thru hiking with kids really a good thing? And should we be allowed to access the mountains at all? These are some of the things Baker and I wrestle with in this episode. I want to hear your thoughts …

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The Unspoken BEEF between Hikers and Ultrarunners… | Kristian Morgan (Appalachian Trail SOBO FKT) 1:05:35

7M ago1:05:35

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Kristian Morgan has gone for the Appalachian Trail Fastest Known Time/Speed Record FOUR times now. In 2022 he got the second fastest time in the world, and in 2023 he set the FASTEST time for the Appalachian Trail Southbound. We talk about how he achieved this, and we also stray into the more controversial topic of hikers vs ultrarunners. Kristian'…

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ROASTING a Naive Appalachian Trail 2024 Vlogger (will he make it?!) 1:11:43

7M ago1:11:43

1:11:43

Garage Grown Gear is your ONE-STOP-SHOP for all things Ultralight/Cottage gear: https://www.GarageGrownGear.com/ I Suck at Hiking (Michael McInally) joins the show to discuss his 2024 Appalachian Trail Thru Hike attempt. He will be vlogging on his YouTube channel, and in this episode I gave him the chance to pick my brain about the trail. I was bru…

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10 OVERRATED Spots on the Appalachian Trail that secretly suck (with Baker Bokorney) 1:15:27

7M ago1:15:27

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Garage Grown Gear is your ONE-STOP-SHOP for all things Ultralight/Cottage gear: https://www.GarageGrownGear.com/ Two Appalachian Trail thru hikers go through the 10 most overrated parts of the Appalachian Trail. It's all for fun folks, and so of course Baker Bokorney joins the show to complain about our favorite trail. Is McAfee Knob worth the hype…

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Fast or FOOLISH?! The Dark Truth about breaking a Fastest Known Time | Will Peterson, VT Long Trail 1:09:24

8M ago1:09:24

1:09:24

Go to https://www.GarageGrownGear.com/ for up to 25% off with sitewide deals! Don't miss their Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales! Will Peterson set the unsupported Fastest Known Time for the Vermont Long Trail in 2023. It's an incredible feat of athleticism, grit, and determination... but was it even worth it? Is an effort like this even fun, or is i…

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Outdoor Vitals EXPOSED: Why I DON’T use their gear + their Annoying YouTube Ads | Tayson Whittaker 1:01:58

8M ago1:01:58

1:01:58

Tayson Whittaker, founder of Outdoor Vitals joins the show. After getting to know Tayson at PCT Trail Days I've come to really respect him and his company. However, I have a big problem with Outdoor Vitals gear which I confront Tayson about. I also wanted to get to the bottom of those annoying Outdoor Vitals YouTube ads we've all been seeing for ye…

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The INSANE Consequences for a Mistake in a National Park | Confronting Eric Hanson 1:07:53

8M ago1:07:53

1:07:53

Eric Hanson was nearly thrown in JAIL for committing a crime in Grand Canyon National Park. What was his crime, you ask? Camping out of bounds. Yes, you read that correctly; the federal government tried to make an example out of him and get him locked up, simply because he is a public figure on TV and on YouTube. In this episode he explains the FUL…

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Exposing the Insider TRUTH about Miranda Goes Outside... 1:27:43

8M ago1:27:43

1:27:43

Rainer Golden is the producer & director behind Miranda Goes Outside! In this episode we discuss WHY Miranda Goes Outside parted ways with REI, what it's like backpacking with (and working with) Miranda, and at the end Rainer shares a story that almost landed him in a Kyle Hates Hiking mystery video. Miranda Goes Outside on YouTube: https://www.you…

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Why the Hell do people STILL believe these Appalachian Trail Thru Hiking MYTHS?! 50:53

9M ago50:53

50:53

Two Appalachian Trail thru hikers busting Appalachian Trail Thru Hiking myths, does it get any better than that?! This week I'm joined by Appalachian Trail thru hiker and editor for the Kyle Hates Hiking YouTube channel, Luke McKay. Is Pennsylvania REALLY as rocky as everyone says? Is the Appalachian Trail actually dangerous? Find out these answers…

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The TRUTH about Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker’s Appalachian Trail Thru Hike... 1:17:40

9M ago1:17:40

1:17:40

Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker is BACK on the show to tell the full story of her Appalachian Trail thru hike in 2023. Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker also hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2021, but this time around things we're a little more... humbling?! Tune in to hear the TRUTH about Taylor the Nahamsha Hiker's 2023 Appalachian Trail Thru Hike. Taylor's YouT…

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3 UNDERRATED Gear Companies NOBODY knows about (yet)! | Lloyd Vogel of Garage Grown Gear 1:06:49

9M ago1:06:49

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Lloyd Vogel is the CEO and co-founder of Garage Grown Gear, an online store dedicated to selling cottage backpacking gear! In this episode we talk about the roots of Garage Grown Gear, Lloyd's top three underrated ultralight gear companies, and much more! Check out Garage Grown Gear: https://www.garagegrowngear.com/ SUBSCRIBE TO THE TRAIL TALES YOU…

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Hiking the CALENDAR YEAR TRIPLE CROWN with QUADZILLA 1:03:06

9M ago1:03:06

1:03:06

Quadzilla joins the show to talk all about his Calendar Year Triple Crown in 2022! That's right, Quadzilla hiked the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continential Divide Trail all in ONE YEAR! An incredible feat! Quadzilla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quadzillahikes/ Quadzilla on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HappyJacksCha…

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What the HELL happened to the MISSING Hikers of the Pacific Crest Trail?! Trail of the Lost with Andrea Lankford 1:00:13

9M ago1:00:13

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Andrea Lankford wrote the book "Trail of the Lost; the Relentless Search to Bring Home the Missing Hikers of the Pacific Crest Trail." In this episode we discuss these different Pacific Crest Trail cases, the writing of Trail of the Lost, and Andrea Lankford's own thru hiking experience. A unique episode of Trail Tales for sure, and a great one. Pu…

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Why the HELL do people keep giving this Terrible Backpacking Advice? (with Baker Bokorney) 1:05:31

10M ago1:05:31

1:05:31

BAKER IS BACK, in this episode we each go through some of the WORST backpacking advice we've ever heard. We even have some debate about whether or not the advice is actually bad, it's a spicy one folks. Backpacking advice can be controversial... Helena's Instagram (thanks for the cover art!): https://www.instagram.com/helenaalgermissen.art/ Don't f…

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Why I QUIT the Pacific Crest Trail for the SECOND Year in a row... 36:56

10M ago36:56

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So yeah... my Pacific Crest Trail comeback story did not go as planned... Check out my YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KyleHatesHiking/ Like what you hear? Want to talk some smack? You can contact me on Instagram (@kylehateshiking), or send me an email: trailtalespod@gmail.com Subscribe on iTunes, and listen on Spotify and Stitcher…

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An Important announcement about Trail Tales... 3:55

11M ago3:55

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Thanks for your patience, and I'll see you in September! Guest/Episode suggestions: Contact me on Instagram (@kylehateshiking), or send me an email: trailtalespod@gmail.comBy Kyle O’Grady

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Dan Becker talks about his HATERS, the Truth about being a YouTuber, and the ”BEEF” with Kyle Hates Hiking 1:02:53

12M ago1:02:53

1:02:53

Dan Becker is FINALLY on the show! We talk about the hate he has gotten over the years, behind the scenes details of being a backpacking YouTuber... and of course, the "beef" between us dating back from when I first started my YouTube channel. Dan Becker on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DanBecker Dan Becker on Instagram: https://www.instagram.c…

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EMBARRASSING Stories from the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Vanlife & more with Baker Bokorney 1:12:17

12M ago1:12:17

1:12:17

BAKER IS BACK, in this episode we jump all over the place and share stories upon stories from the Appalachian Trail and Pacific Crest Trail. We also talk about Baker's start into Vanlife, plus much more. If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.com/kyleha…

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Zpacks answers TOUGH Questions about their High Prices, Gear Quality, Public Lands & much more with Zpacks Marketing Director Mateo Favero 1:02:47

1y ago1:02:47

1:02:47

Zpack's Director of Marketing Mateo Favero joins the show to address some common complaints that hikers have with Zpacks and their gear. We talk about their high prices, gear quality, and of course we talk about Mateo's own experience thru hiking and backpacking and working for Zpacks. Zpacks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zpacks/ Mateo's Ins…

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Kelly Hays Hikes on getting EMERGENCY Surgery on the Appalachian Trail, Thru Hiking the Florida Trail, & much more 1:05:43

1y ago1:05:43

1:05:43

Kelly Hays Hikes is a badass thru hiker who has taken on many of the long distance trails in the country. She hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2021, and the two of us were able to meet on the Pacific Crest Trail in 2022. She also hiked the Florida Trail this past winter, and her videos were so inspiring that it really changed my mind about that seemi…

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He’s had 3 FAILED Attempts at the Appalachian Trail FKT... but he’s not giving up (Kristian Morgan) 1:07:55

1y ago1:07:55

1:07:55

Kristian Morgan has attempted to set the Fastest Known Time for the Appalachian Trail three times since 2019. In 2022 he was able to capture the second fastest time in the world, but fell short of the ultimate goal. He's not giving up though, and in July of 2023 he's going for his fourth attempt... and this time, he just might get it. Go follow Kri…

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The 10 STUPIDEST Things we’ve done to go ULTRALIGHT (with Jessica Pu) 1:06:35

1y ago1:06:35

1:06:35

Jessica Pu is back on the show, and we go through the 10 STUPIDEST things we've done for Ultralight Backpacking. From cutting toothbrushes, to bringing scales into Walmart to weigh camp shoes, we cover it all! If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.com/…

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Why the HELL would you hike the Pacific Crest Trail THREE TIMES? with Wilderbound (Ayesha Cording) 1:07:18

1y ago1:07:18

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Ayesha Cording (aka Wilderbound, or Heaps) joins the show to talk all about her THREE Pacific Crest Trail thru hikes! She also shares the story of how she low-key trolled me when we first met, and I didn't realize it until we recorded this episode lol. At the end she shares an epic (and scary) mountain lion story! Wilderbound on Instagram: https://…

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MyLifeOutdoors on UNDERRATED Gear Companies, YouTube Success, & much more! 1:15:27

1y ago1:15:27

1:15:27

Steven from MyLifeOutdoors joins the show! We talk all about his rise on YouTube, backpacking gear, and about what happens when you get a flat tire in the middle of a remote national park... with no spare to replace it. MyLifeOutdoors on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MyLifeOutdoors If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting m…

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The John Muir Trail, Colorado Trail, & a 100 Mile Ultramarathon with Chad Lubinski 1:11:21

1y ago1:11:21

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Thanks to CloudSplitter Coffee for sponsoring this episode! Use code 'Trail10' at https://cloudsplittercoffee.com/ for a 10% discount on your order. Chad Lubinski joins the show to talk about his thru hikes of the John Muir Trail & Colorado Trail, and answers the question; how the f*** do you run 100 miles through the mountains? Chad's Instagram: h…

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The 10 Commandments of ULTRALIGHT BACKPACKING (with Baker Bokorney) 1:08:52

1y ago1:08:52

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In this episode Baker and I go over the 10 COMMANDMENTS OF ULTRALIGHT BACKPACKING. According to who you might ask?? According to us obviously. Chaos and hilarity ensues. If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way to support the show): https://www.patreon.com/kylehateshiking/ Check out my YouTube: h…

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The Gnarliest Backpacking Trail You’ve (probably) NEVER heard of... | The Kalalau Trail 32:49

1+ y ago32:49

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The Kalalau Trail is intense. Most people don't think of Hawaii as being home to one of the gnarliest backpacking trips out there, but it is. The Kalalau Trail is no joke, and in this episode I'm gonna tell you everything you need to know about hiking it. If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (best way …

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Hiking the CALENDAR YEAR TRIPLE CROWN with Carl “Professor” Stanfield 1:07:09

1+ y ago1:07:09

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Carl "Professor" Stanfield hiked the calendar year triple crown in 2022, completing the Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail all in one year. It's an incredible feat that has only been accomplished by a few people in history. Carl's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prof_carl/ This episode is sponsored by ULA Equi…

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What the HELL is up with the Continental Divide Trail?! (with CDT thru hiker Elise Ott) 1:13:23

1+ y ago1:13:23

1:13:23

Continental Divide Trail thru hiker Elise Ott joins the show to talk all about the CDT, including the debate around which direction to hike, grizzly bears, and much much more. Elise Ott on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eliseott/ Elise Ott on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elise.ott/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider suppo…

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The FULL Story on how I almost QUIT the PCT... and the Woman who saved my Thru Hike (Morgan Brosnihan) 1:04:58

1+ y ago1:04:58

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Morgan Brosnihan is a Pacific Crest Trail thru hiker and physical therapist who literally saved my PCT hike in 2022. She runs a business called Blaze Physio, travelling up and down the PCT giving affordable and effective physical therapy to thru hikers in desperate need. It's a genius idea, this is her story. Blaze Physio's website: https://blazeph…

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Asking A.I about Yellow Blazing, Ultralight, & more absurd hiking topics (with Baker Bokorney) 1:14:16

1+ y ago1:14:16

1:14:16

This was a HILARIOUS episode folks. Baker and I test Artificial Intelligence bot ChatGPT's knowledge about thru hiking and ultralight backpacking, and have the bot generate us some hilarious stories. Send me a one paragraph TRUE story from your hiking adventures to be used in a future "truth vs AI" episode: trailtalespod@gmail.com If you're really …

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#132 | 10 REGRETS from our Pacific Crest Trail Thru Hike with Brandon Sopher 1:05:30

1+ y ago1:05:30

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Brandon Sopher and I met on the Pacific Crest Trail on the third day of my PCT thru hike attempt. In this episode, we go over a bunch of things we wish we had done differently on our thru hike attempts. Brandon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonsopher/ If you're really into Trail Tales, please consider supporting my content on Patreon (…

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