Aug 10, 2026
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Steven of My Life Outdoors, a gear-obsessed backpacker who grew his YouTube channel to over 1.2 million subscribers through high-production gear breakdowns and hands-on science experiments.
In this one, we dive...
Aug 6, 2026
Segments
Sun Hoodie Review: FarPointe Sun Cruiser
Trek Propaganda:
Turkenna Saw a Black Bear by The Norris Trio
Before You Read Another Thru-Hiking Horror Story, Read This by Kelly Floro
QOTD: Would you rather, on day 1 of your thru-hike, lose your shelter and have to always cowboy camp on the AT, or lose your...
Aug 3, 2026
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by Topo Athletic, we are joined by Shawn Mahoney, aka the guy who carries a 20+ pound log named Larry over his shoulders, and with Larry he’s hiked the Triple Crowner, Te Araroa, and just about all of the Northeast peaks.
In this one, Shawn...
Jul 30, 2026
Segments
Sun Hoodie Review: Outdoor Research AstroMan
Trek Propaganda:
Hike naked day (Day 61) by Gerjan "Hungry" Hertgers
20 Strange Things Thru-hiking Can Do to Your Body That Nobody Talks About by Livvy Weld
The Triple Crowner Survey: Ranking the Best and Worst Triple Crown Trails by Katie Jackson
QOTD: ...
Jul 27, 2026
In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by LMNT, we are joined by Tina Currin, aka Cash Money, a Triple Crown thru-hiker, Andrew Skurka guide, park ranger, wilderness EMT, and Guinness World Record holder.
In this one, Tina explains how she set the world record for most air horns...