You’re attempting to view exclusive content only for members in the __tier_name__.
Already have an account? Sign in
You’re attempting to view exclusive content only for members in the __tier_name__.
Already have an account? Sign in
Each episode explores the gear, skills, stories, and trail-tested lessons behind better outdoor performance. From ultralight backpacking tips and gear design insights to real-world testing, backcountry strategy, and honest conversations from the Outdoor Vitals team, this podcast is built for people who want to get more out of every mile outside.
EP62 brings the crew back into the studio to unpack the Beaver fastpack, including sleep, nausea, knee pain, route choices, bailouts, and how day-two decisions change after a hard first day.
EP61 takes the Outdoor Vitals crew onto day one of the Beaver fastpack and shows how mileage, climbing, mud, water, food, and training change when backpacking turns into all-day movement.
EP60 explains the LoftTek Hybrid Booties design process and how insulated camp footwear can improve warmth, recovery, and comfort on cold backpacking trips.
EP59 explores ultralight adventure travel with Tayson, Tyler, and Derek, including packing systems, travel comfort, flexibility, and the KotaUL backpack concept.
EP58 explains Outdoor Vitals’ research and development process and why field testing, iteration, materials, and user feedback shape better backpacking gear.
EP57 breaks down the LoftTek Hybrid Balaclava design, including warmth, breathability, weather protection, fit, and why hybrid insulation can outperform a simple hood.
EP56 explains why used backpacking gear can save money, reduce waste, and get more people outside when buyers understand condition, wear, safety, and fit.
EP55 follows an Olympic Peninsula trip done with a travel bag and shows how rainforest, beaches, mountains, and glaciers stress-test adventure travel gear.
EP54 uses a hot Zion National Park trip to explain summer desert hiking decisions around water sources, exposure, pace, heat, and group safety.
EP53 breaks down Outdoor Vitals’ updated ultralight down topquilts, including draft control, comfort, learning curve, packability, and why quilts work differently than sleeping bags.
EP52 explains why the most powerful free backpacking item is a written gear list and how tracking carried gear can save more money and weight than buying another upgrade.
Jeff Pelletier joins Outdoor Vitals to connect ultra-distance trail running, fastpacking, filmmaking, and ultralight gear choices for long, self-powered mountain travel.
