Trail Theory

By Trail Theory

We’re four friends who discovered backpacking together and want to share our knowledge and experience with you. We’re talking all aspects of the outdoors. From simple topics like trail snacks to plann... more

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How many episodes does Trail Theory have?

The podcast currently has 133 episodes available.

Trail Theory episodes:

July 01, 2026 In Defense of Quitting
Quitting and failing aren't the same thing, but it's sometimes hard to tell them apart. The boys dig into why turning around might be the most underrated skill in the outdoors.
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Watch this episode andothers on our ⁠YouTube Channel⁠
Don't forget to followus on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠
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Sponsors
⁠⁠Audimute⁠ ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing
Products we use in studio
Acoustiwood planks and customAcoustiwood pegboard panels
⁠⁠Audio-Technica⁠⁠- Affiliated with Creator Community
Headphones - ⁠⁠ATH-M50x⁠⁠
In studio microphones - ⁠⁠BP40⁠⁠
On the trail microphones -⁠ ⁠AT875R⁠⁠
⁠Music by ⁠Dan Koch⁠
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1h 7min
June 17, 2026 Trail Etiquette: Sinner or Saint?
Forgive me trail, for I have sinned. The boys get hot and bothered while discussing unwritten trail rules brought on by an unruly group they encountered while backpacking.
Watch this episode andothers on our ⁠YouTube Channel⁠
Don't forget to followus on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠
Email : [email protected]
Sponsors
⁠⁠Audimute⁠ ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing
Products we use in studio
Acoustiwood planks and customAcoustiwood pegboard panels
⁠⁠Audio-Technica⁠⁠- Affiliated with Creator Community
Headphones - ⁠⁠ATH-M50x⁠⁠
In studio microphones - ⁠⁠BP40⁠⁠
On the trail microphones -⁠ ⁠AT875R⁠⁠
⁠Music by ⁠Dan Koch⁠
...more
1h 10min
June 03, 2026 Live from Northeast Ohio Adventure Fest
From the studio to the stage - Trail Theory is live at the Northeast Ohio Adventure Festival. The boys bring the podcast to the people.
Become a Trail Theory Member through our Patreon
Watch this episode and others on our ⁠YouTube Channel⁠
Don't forget to follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠
Email : [email protected]
Sponsors
⁠⁠Audimute⁠ ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing
Products we use in studio
Acoustiwood planks and customAcoustiwood pegboard panels
⁠⁠Audio-Technica⁠⁠- Affiliated with Creator Community
Headphones - ⁠⁠ATH-M50x⁠⁠
In studio microphones - ⁠⁠BP40⁠⁠
On the trail microphones -⁠ ⁠AT875R⁠⁠
⁠Music by ⁠Dan Koch⁠

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37min
May 20, 2026 Psychology of the Woods Part 3
Something's happening to your brain when you're deep in the woods. The boys break down the psychology behind why even a hard time on trail feels like medicine.
Watch this episode and others on our ⁠YouTube Channel⁠
Don't forget to follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠
Email : [email protected]
Sponsors
⁠⁠Audimute⁠ ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing Products we use in studio
Acoustiwood planks and customAcoustiwood pegboard panels
⁠⁠Audio-Technica⁠⁠- Affiliated with Creator Community
Headphones - ⁠⁠ATH-M50x⁠⁠
In studio microphones - ⁠⁠BP40⁠⁠
On the trail microphones -⁠ ⁠AT875R⁠⁠
⁠Music by ⁠Dan Koch⁠
...more
1h 14min
May 06, 2026 From the Trail: Shenandoah National Park
Time to dust off the boots and taste the wild. The boys are live — deep in the backwoods of one of America's greatest National Parks.
Trail Theory AllTrails Map - Shenandoah National Park Loop.
Boy Ride Playlist
Don't forget to follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠Email : [email protected]⁠⁠Audimute⁠ ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing Products we use in studio Acoustiwood planks and custom Acoustiwood pegboard panels ⁠⁠Audio-Technica⁠⁠ - Affiliated with Creator Community Headphones - ⁠⁠ATH-M50x⁠ ⁠ In studio microphones - ⁠⁠BP40⁠⁠ On the trail microphones -⁠ ⁠AT875R⁠⁠ ⁠Music by ⁠Dan Koch⁠
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46min
April 22, 2026 Trip Prep: Shenandoah National Park
The forest is calling and permits don't grow on trees. The boys break down their plan for one of the East Coast's most iconic national parks.
Watch this episode andothers on our ⁠YouTube Channel⁠
Don't forget to followus on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠
Email : [email protected]
Sponsors
⁠⁠Audimute⁠ ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing
Products we use in studio
Acoustiwood planks and customAcoustiwood pegboard panels
⁠⁠Audio-Technica⁠⁠- Affiliated with Creator Community
Headphones - ⁠⁠ATH-M50x⁠⁠
In studio microphones - ⁠⁠BP40⁠⁠
On the trail microphones -⁠ ⁠AT875R⁠⁠
⁠Music by ⁠Dan Koch⁠
...more
1h 9min
April 08, 2026 Found Articles: Part 8
Updates, injuries, and epic feats are all the rage. The boys break it all down, react in real time, and keep you up to speed on what’s happening in the wild.
Watch this episode andothers on our ⁠YouTube Channel⁠
Don't forget to followus on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠
Email : [email protected]
Sponsors
⁠⁠Audimute⁠ ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing
Products we use in studio
Acoustiwood planks and customAcoustiwood pegboard panels
⁠⁠Audio-Technica⁠⁠- Affiliated with Creator Community
Headphones - ⁠⁠ATH-M50x⁠⁠
In studio microphones - ⁠⁠BP40⁠⁠
On the trail microphones -⁠ ⁠AT875R⁠⁠
⁠Music by ⁠Dan Koch⁠
...more
1h 4min
March 25, 2026 Pick 'em: Sweet Sixteen Survival Showdown
The rules are loose and the opinions are strong as the ultimate gear bracket takes shape. The boys go head-to-head, delivering bold takes, blowouts, and a few surprising upsets along the way.
Watch this episode andothers on our ⁠YouTube Channel⁠
Don't forget to followus on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠
Email : [email protected]
Sponsors
⁠⁠Audimute⁠ ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing
Products we use in studio
Acoustiwood planks and customAcoustiwood pegboard panels
⁠⁠Audio-Technica⁠⁠- Affiliated with Creator Community
Headphones - ⁠⁠ATH-M50x⁠⁠
In studio microphones - ⁠⁠BP40⁠⁠
On the trail microphones -⁠ ⁠AT875R⁠⁠
⁠Music by ⁠Dan Koch⁠
...more
1h 3min
March 11, 2026 Freeze Dried part 9: New Brands, Bold Takes
From perfecto to putrid, there is an abundance of freeze dried backpacking and plenty of new brands to try out. The boys light the stove, tie on their bibs and come to the studio hungry to review some fresh recipes.
Watch this episode and others on our ⁠YouTube Channel⁠
Don't forget to follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠
Email : [email protected]
Sponsors
⁠⁠Audimute⁠ ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing Products we use in studio
Acoustiwood planks and customAcoustiwood pegboard panels
⁠⁠Audio-Technica⁠⁠Affiliated with Creator Community
Headphones - ⁠⁠ATH-M50x⁠
In studio microphones - ⁠⁠BP40⁠⁠
On the trail microphones -⁠ ⁠AT875R⁠⁠
⁠Music by ⁠Dan Koch⁠
...more
1h 11min
February 25, 2026 Retro Backpacking: Before Ultralight Took Over the Outdoors
Old gear is rad — but how useful is it today? The boys discuss vintage hiking gear you may have forgotten about (and a few you may have never heard of).
Watch this episode and others on our ⁠YouTube Channel⁠
Don't forget to follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠
Email : [email protected]
Sponsors
⁠⁠Audimute⁠ ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing Products we use in studio
Acoustiwood planks and customAcoustiwood pegboard panels
⁠⁠Audio-Technica⁠⁠- Affiliated with Creator Community
Headphones - ⁠⁠ATH-M50x⁠⁠
In studio microphones - ⁠⁠BP40⁠⁠
On the trail microphones -⁠ ⁠AT875R⁠⁠
⁠Music by ⁠Dan Koch⁠
...more
59min

FAQs about Trail Theory:

How many episodes does Trail Theory have?

The podcast currently has 133 episodes available.

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