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A podcast for long distance backpackers, by long distance backpackers, presented by @thetrek.co. Hosted by @zrdavis.
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Do you think Santa Claus would come down the chimney of a pit toilet?

Hear more of Austen McDaniel's stories on episode 378 of Backpacker Radio — wherever you listen to podcasts! by @backpackerradio

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"Hiking pants suck!" - @livvyweld. Agree or disagree?

Get Livvy's full take on why hiking pants suck, thru-hikers should be nicer to the AMC Hut Croo, how she hiked the AT on less than $2k, and much more, in episode 377. by @backpackerradio

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The average Appalachian Trail thru-hike cost $7,680 in 2025. @livvyweld did it for less than $2,000. Find out how on episode 377 of Backpacker Radio. by @backpackerradio

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Someone call HR! Check out episode 377, featuring @livvyweld, wherever you listen to podcasts. by @backpackerradio

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Who’s not allowed in your road trip van?

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Get electrolytes for the rest of your hiking season (and start stocking up for winter activities). And get a FREE sample pack when you go to drinklmnt.com/trek. taken in Colorado by @backpackerradio

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Probably the last time @k80.trail doesn’t bring tent stakes on a backpacking trip.

Check out episode 376, “Hiking the Loowit Trail with Zach, Katie, and Jabba”, wherever you listen to podcasts.

@onxbackcountry by @backpackerradio

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Saddle sores are real y’all. @michaelinstagrant

@onxbackcountry by @backpackerradio

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Michael shares his terrifying moments traversing snow chutes on Mt. Whitney. Have you had moments like this during a thru-hike?

Hear more on episode 375 of Backpacker Radio! taken in Mt. Whitney by @backpackerradio

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Topos can take you up some pretttttttty sweet places. Use code Trek15Hike for 15% off a pair of your own! taken in Montana by @backpackerradio

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@michaelinstagrant talks about navigating the grief of losing his mom while on the Pacific Crest Trail.

Hear more on episode 375 — available wherever you listen to podcasts.

@onxbackcountry by @backpackerradio

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We met up with @michaelinstagrant at PCT Days and discusses all sorts of thigns — including PCT meltdowns, side quests, animal encounters and more. Check out episode 375 wherever you listen to podcasts.

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