Practical Backpacking™ Podcast

By Bernie (Reality)

What's Practical Backpacking™ Podcast about?

The Practical Backpacking™ Podcast features informative interviews with adventurers and leaders in the outdoor community. More episodes are available at www.practicalbackpacking.com/show/

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Practical Backpacking™ Podcast episodes:

06.17.2014
PBP Episode 54 - The Unseen Africa
This episode features an intercontinental talk that I had with Francis Tapon. Francis is in the midst of a 4-year adventure in which he will visit the 54 countries of Africa. Part of his mission involves creating a television show...
04.16.2014
PBP Episode 53 - Tell it on the Mountain
In this episode Shaun Carrigan, producer of the long-awaited Tell it on the Mountain film, talks about the inspiration, experiences, and challenges behind producing this adventurous tale that follows the journeys of several hikers along the Pacific Crest Trail. Tell...
04.04.2014
PBP Episode 52 - Brunton Solar Power
This episode is all about power in the backcountry. Chris Currah, Product Line Manager for Brunton, talks with me about solar and portable power options to charge everything from headlamps to laptops. Chris explains some basic terms associated with solar...
02.19.2014
PBP Episode 51 – Hiking Goals
In this episode, Kolby Kirk (Condor) talks with me about his hiking goals, journaling, trail adventures, and creative projects. Kolby speaks candidly about his hiking experiences and shares his personal approach to getting the most out of his time spent...
03.25.2013
PBP Episode 50 – Eric Ryback Hiking Legend
This episode features my talk with hiking legend Eric Ryback. Eric hiked the Appalachian Trail in 1969, the Pacific Crest Trail in 1970, and the Continental Divide Trail in 1972. He is recognized as the first person to thruhike the...
12.16.2010
PBP Episode 49 – Outdoor Research Handwear
In this episode I interview, Ammi Borenstein, the Director of Design and Development for Outdoor Research. Ammi answers use-specifc questions regarding the company’s wide-ranging line of gloves and mittens. He provides thorough details regarding the technical materials included in various...
12.09.2010
PBP Episode 48 – Eddie Bauer First Ascent
This episode features details regarding cold-weather insulation clothing in the First Ascent line from Eddie Bauer. To get the facts on layering, insulative clothing, and insight into the history and outdoor gear offerings of Eddie Bauer, I speak with the...
11.29.2010
PBP Episode 47 – Trail Designs Ti-Tri Sidewinder
In this episode, I talk with Russ Zandbergen about the Trail Designs Ti-Tri Sidewinder stove system and inferno wood-burning insert. Russ is the President and Co-Founder of Trail Designs LLC and maintains the innovative manufacturing company along with fellow-founders Lee...
10.18.2010
PBP Episode 46 – Exped DownMat
This episode presents a conversation that I had with Kaj Bune. Kaj is the Director of Marketing for Exped LLC in North America. Our talk centers on the company’s DownMat – Exped’s popular goose-down backcountry sleeping mat that features an...
02.13.2010
PBP Episode 45 – Hammocks 101
This episode is all about hammocks. I’ve asked Brandon Waddy of Warbonnet Outdoors to help answer some basic, introductory questions regarding camping hammocks and hammock accessories. Brandon and I discuss the types, benefits, and features of hammocks. And offer some...
11.23.2009
PBP Episode 44 – RailRiders
This episode features my conversation with John d’Arbeloff – the President and Founder of RailRiders. Our talk focuses primarily on the company’s popular VersaTac pants and Eco-Mesh shirt. However, there’s a generous overview of several other RailRiders products. John tells...
09.03.2009
PBP Episode 43 – Blue Mountain Heritage Trail
In this episode I talk with Dick Hentze. Dick is the Chairman of the Board for the Blue Mountain Heritage Trail Association [501(c)(3)]. Dick amd others are working hard to establish a new, long trail for backpackers and other outdoor...
07.07.2009
PBP Episode 42 – Walking the Amazon
This episode features my interview with former British Army Captain Ed Stafford. Ed is in the midst of an expedition of a lifetime – backpacking the entire length of the Amazon River. Driving himself through constant obstacles and denying fear’s...
04.16.2009
PBP Episode 41 – Backpacking Couple
In this episode Lawton Grinter (Disco) and Felicia Hermosillo (P.O.D.) share what it was like to backpack as a couple for over 5,000 miles. In recent years, the couple hiked both the Continental Divide Trail (see Walkumentary) and the Pacific...

What's Practical Backpacking™ Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Practical Backpacking™ Podcast episodes:

PBP Episode 54 - The Unseen Africa

PBP Episode 53 - Tell it on the Mountain

PBP Episode 52 - Brunton Solar Power

PBP Episode 51 – Hiking Goals

PBP Episode 50 – Eric Ryback Hiking Legend

PBP Episode 49 – Outdoor Research Handwear

PBP Episode 48 – Eddie Bauer First Ascent

PBP Episode 47 – Trail Designs Ti-Tri Sidewinder

PBP Episode 46 – Exped DownMat

PBP Episode 45 – Hammocks 101

PBP Episode 44 – RailRiders

PBP Episode 43 – Blue Mountain Heritage Trail

PBP Episode 42 – Walking the Amazon

PBP Episode 41 – Backpacking Couple