On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson (Outdoor Vitals Founder) sits down with Brigham (Outdoor Vitals Lead Designer) to go in-depth on OV's new sleeping pad: The Oblivion Sleeping Pad. Get yours: https://bit.ly/3yYIRO8 *** Oblivion Description: Getting good sleep on the trail isn’t a “bonus” in the backcountry. It’s absolutely necessary for your mind to be alert and for you to be fully present during your adventures, and a comfortable sleeping pad is one of the most important it...
Feb 21, 2023•1 hr 4 min
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 the Pacific Crest Trail and documented her experience on YouTube, then followed that adventure up by hiking the length of New Zealand via the Te Araroa Trail, and recently released a video of her and her brothers hiking the famous Japanese pilgrimage route, Kumano Kodo. At the time of this recording, Elina has over 67,000 subscribers on YouTube, and sh...
Feb 14, 2023•1 hr 13 min
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 (fastest-known time), has the speed record for climbing Costa Rica’s tallest Mountain: Cerro Chirripo, and has completed the Calendar Year Triple Crown (AT, PCT, CDT in one year). His trail name is “Legend”; needless to say, it’s a name that fits. Today we’ll talk to him about his adventures and accomplishments, and try to gain some insight into what i...
Feb 07, 2023•1 hr 33 min
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 Navy Seals: After a successful 30-year career in the tech industry, Paul Ferraro retired in 2014 and set his sights on walking across the United States from Virginia to California to raise money for the Navy SEAL Foundation. This 3,121-mile effort earned him recognition from both CNN and Fox News, along with many other local news outlets as he worked ...
Jan 31, 2023•1 hr 15 min
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 Challenge, you'll be able to set a hiking goal and build up to doing an epic dream hike. Learn more: https://outdoorvitals.com/products/ov-100-challenge-2023-registration Great Outdoor Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3W0x6Rt...
Jan 24, 2023•46 min
On this episode of the podcast, Tayson answers your questions! Be sure to comment below or email us at liveultralightpodcast@gmail.com to hear your questions answered on the next Q&A! Great Outdoor Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3W0x6Rt *** List of Questions: - What happened to the first 65 episodes? (YouTube) - would you do an episode on food? - So I’m just curious if y’all know anyone that started doing ultras after they turned 50. I have never had the luxury to do a through hi...
Jan 17, 2023•32 min
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 peek of the gear, the content, and the future direction of OV. Great Outdoor Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3W0x6Rt #outdoorvitals #liveultralight #backpackinggear #backpacking #ultralightbackpacking
Jan 10, 2023•36 min
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 the world, and what the Outdoor Vitals team did there. They also discuss international travel in Europe, the Austrian Alps, German chocolate, red stag sightings, sustainability, and more! Great Outdoor Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3W0x6Rt #ISPO #outdoorvitals #austrianalps
Jan 03, 2023•1 hr 8 min
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 on the John Muir Trail. In fact, he held the record for the John Miur self-supported OVERALL from 2018 until August 2022. His attempt took 3 days 3 hours 55 minutes and 10 seconds and was the last of three attempts to FKT the John Muir Trail. Although it is in French, you can see him document his adventures on his YouTube channel. Given the languag...
Dec 27, 2022•59 min
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’s life and his travels all around the world. As of this recording, his channel has over 717,000 subscribers, and we’re honored to have him on the podcast today to talk about backpacking and storytelling in the outdoor space. Kraig's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@kraigadams Great Outdoor Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3W0x6Rt...
Dec 20, 2022•1 hr
Rue McKenrick is an American backpacker and conservationist. He’s a triple-crowner and the Executive Director of The American Perimeter Trail Conference, an organization dedicated to creating a 14,000-mile circumnavigational backpacking route of the continental United States. Recently, he completed a massive scouting trip of the proposed route, and we’re honored to have him on the program today to discuss the route, the trip, and the WHY of it all. Learn about the trail: https://americanperimete...
Dec 13, 2022•1 hr 25 min
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 dynamics, and a master's degree from the University of Utah in outdoor adventure programming. After working for a few years as a youth seminary teacher for his church, Glen decided to merge his love of the outdoors, his experience working with young people, and his faith into one project. That being, “Youth Wilderness Experiences”, a program dedicated ...
Dec 06, 2022•1 hr 1 min
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 Adaptive Clothing System created to help people layer for warmth and comfort in the outdoors. As backpackers, we need a collection of clothing that functions as tools to allow us to remain active in the backcountry as long as we want, in any season. By utilizing an Adaptive Performance Clothing System, we will have the right collection of clothing that wi...
Nov 29, 2022•1 hr 3 min
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 lightweight gear that is designed to help outdoor enthusiasts travel light in wild places. He currently splits his time between Tuscon and Denver. Peter's Website: https://www.investmentgradegear.com/ Great Outdoor Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3W0x6Rt...
Nov 22, 2022•31 min
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 National Park. Together they discuss backpacking in national parks, especially during the "off-season", backpacking in winter, camping in the winter IN the desert, and much more. Enjoy! Black Friday Sale: https://bit.ly/3GrgLzQ Adaptive Layering System: https://bit.ly/3hCOvjr
Nov 15, 2022•1 hr 12 min
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 record for the self-supported fastest-known-time for both the Pacific Crest Trail and the Arizona Trail. He completed the 2600-mile PCT in 55 days, and 16 hours. The 800-mile Arizona Trail in 14 days, and 12 hours. And the Long Trail in 6 days, 9 hours. Today we’re going to be delving into training, nutrition, and trying to find out what pushes Josh t...
Nov 08, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Matthew Nelson has been the executive director of the Arizona Trail Association since 2012. The ATA is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to protect, maintain, enhance, promote and sustain the Arizona Trail, an 800-mile national scenic trail that spans the entire north-south length of the U.S. state of Arizona. Today we’re going to talk about the Arizona Trail and the Arizona Trail Association, and what exactly is required to “maintain a national scenic trail”. ATA Website: https://aztrai...
Nov 01, 2022•57 min
Andrew Steven is an “amateur explorer, expert coffee drinker, and podcast maker..." who has worked with Google, NBCUniversal, WarnerMedia, and numerous brands to help tell their stories in new and compelling ways. In addition to Trail Weight, he also created the critically acclaimed The History of Stand-Up podcast. When he’s not working, he’s usually camping, hiking, or dreaming of the next adventure. Check out Trail Weight: https://trailweight.co/ *** Support the Podcast Great Backpacking Gear:...
Oct 25, 2022•59 min
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 Vario Jacket. Get your Vario Jacket: https://bit.ly/3xGetHU
Oct 17, 2022•52 min
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 sharing her adventures in the mountains with the backpacking community through her blogs, guides, and videos on her “Hike Oregon” YouTube channel. From Oregon-specific trail guides to gear reviews and trip videos, she covers it all. Hike Oregon Links: https://www.hikeoregon.net/ https://www.youtube.com/c/HikeOregon https://www.facebook.com/HikeOregon/ http...
Oct 11, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Ray Zahab is a Canadian explorer, long-Distance Runner, author, speaker, and founder of the non-profit organization Impossible2possible. In 2015 he was awarded the Meritorious Service Cross, a decoration awarded to those who have demonstrated an outstanding level of service or set an exemplary standard of achievement to benefit or honor Canada. In 2009, Ray was part of a trio that broke the world speed record for an unsupported expedition to the Geographic South Pole. He was the first to run acr...
Oct 04, 2022•54 min
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 ultralight, taking children and new backpackers out on the trail, and keeping the outdoors fun are topics that are discussed. Enjoy the show! Great Ultralight Backpacking Gear: https://bit.ly/33vLrhW
Sep 27, 2022•27 min
In this episode, Tayson welcomes one of the backpackers in the UL Member 100 Challenge, and college football coach, Brandon. Brandon hiked 100 miles with his 9-year-old daughter. Isn't that amazing? Enjoy the episode. Great Outdoor Gear: https://bit.ly/33vLrhW
Sep 20, 2022•1 hr 16 min
In this episode, Tayson sits down with the other members of the Outdoor Vitals team to talk about their recent experience thru-hiking the world-famous Uinta Highline Trail. Great Outdoor Gear: https://bit.ly/33vLrhW
Sep 13, 2022•1 hr 34 min
In this episode, Tayson sits down with the other members of the Outdoor Vitals team to talk about their recent experience thru-hiking the world-famous Uinta Highline Trail. Great Outdoor Gear: https://bit.ly/33vLrhW
Sep 06, 2022•1 hr 10 min
In this episode, Tayson sits down with Tyler to talk about the 70K (43+ mile) Tushars Mountain Run that Tayson recently completed. Listen as he talks about the highs, the lows, and what trail running has to do with backpacking. Great Ultralight Backpacking Gear: https://bit.ly/33vLrhW #backpacking #trailrunning #tusharmountainsrun #ultramarathon #running
Aug 30, 2022•1 hr 34 min
In this episode, Tayson sits down with Justin: an outdoorsman from Alberta, Canada whose popular YouTube channel, "Justin Outdoors", is followed by 52,000 people as of this recording. Justin has made many exciting videos revolving around backpacking trips, tips, and gear reviews. Justin's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustinOutdoors Great Outdoor Gear: https://bit.ly/33vLrhW #justinoutdoors #outdoorvitals #liveultralightpodcast #backpacking #hiking...
Aug 23, 2022•1 hr 1 min
In this episode, Tayson sat down once again with backpacking youtube personality and friend, Dan Becker. Coming right after a fishing trip in the mountains, Tayson and Dan talked backpacking, backpacking gear, YouTube, and life in general. Enjoy! Find Dan's channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/DanBecker Video Mentioned in the Podcast: https://youtu.be/wCTERZEsCwM Our Previous episode with Dan Becker: https://youtu.be/-vGPM9pw16M Great Ultralight Backpacking Gear: https://bit.ly/33vLrhW #danbecker ...
Aug 16, 2022•32 min
To celebrate The Live Ultralight Podcast's 100th Episode, Tayson sat down to record a podcast all about the future of Outdoor Vitals, bringing you behind-the-scenes of the company, the podcast, the gear, and its values. Great Ultralight Backpacking Gear: https://bit.ly/33vLrhW #backpacking #outdoorvitals #ultralightbackpacking #backpackinggear #liveultralight
Aug 09, 2022•41 min
In this episode, Tayson sits down with Derek (Marketing Director of OV) to talk about the hidden "gems" or uses of OV's recently released KotaUL Travel & Adventure Pack. Get yours: https://bit.ly/3viwMlp Other great backpacking gear: https://bit.ly/33vLrhW
Aug 02, 2022•42 min
