Stay ConnectedThe Live Ultralight Podcast is all about inspiring you to get outdoors and teaching you how to lighten your pack so you can go on more adventures.
We largely focus on backpacking and things that are interesting to backpackers, but occasionally we delve into other adventure and travel topics as well. In addition, we aim to feature interesting and inspiring guests all around the backpacking, travel, and adventure space.
On this episode of the podcast, Tayson and Brigham from Outdoor Vitals sit down to discuss their newest release: The Skyline 30 Fastpack.
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Product Description:
Some people have a different kind of drive - the drive for high intensity, fast speeds, & lots of miles. These people go further & see more. Even if they have a day job, they don't let that stop them from using their limited time to see the sights & accomplish their goals. They choose to embrace challenges, & they like it! The Skyline Fastpack was designed for them.
It's the perfect pack for trail running, cross-country skiing, day hiking, backpacking (especially for those dialed-in ultralighters), trail running, & of course - fastpacking. Fastpacking is ultralight backpacking but fast. You've got to be able to move quickly while carrying everything you need for camping overnight in the backcountry. Your pack has to be able to handle all-day, on-the-move use while staying comfortable & giving you easy access to hydration and fuel.
Understandably, it also has to be small & light so it doesn't weigh you down. A fastpack MUST be stable while you run. The Skyline Fastpack is versatile, comfortable, & built so that you can easily access what you need when you need it without removing your pack! It uses a shoulder harness suspension system that evenly distributes your pack weight & doesn't allow your water flasks to bounce around uncomfortably.
Versatile pockets allow you to stash snacks, gear, or whatever else you need without fear of them falling out as you move. This shoulder harness suspension system hugs your body while still allowing you full range of motion for all-day comfort. Challenge Ultra stretch mesh is used for the back, side, & bottom pockets & it is both LIGHT & DURABLE. It's hard to cut it even with scissors! It stretches & allows you to easily stuff your gear where you want, but weighs next to nothing.
This is some of the toughest and lightest mesh in the industry! The unique bottom pocket has 2 parts: a pass-through sleeve & a zippered mesh compartment. Stash your phone, gloves, maps, or anything else right where it's easily accessible and safe. Every feature is intentionally designed, from the foam back panel that melds with your body to the versatile pocketing on the harness system that will keep your gear exactly where you want it when you need it. Don't let long distances & limited timelines keep you from experiencing the wild places you crave. The Skyline Fastpack can help you satisfy that hunger.
On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson sits down with Darren and Tyler to talk all about what happened on the recent Tushars Mountain Run, where both Tayson and Darren attempted Ultramarathons.
The podcast in preparation for this race: https://youtu.be/DdB6z6g5dTI Tayson's first attempt (documentary): https://youtu.be/1rR85Yro6EA Tayson's first attempt (podcast): https://youtu.be/LjYPQ3s2Se0
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Maggie Slepian is a Montana-based writer and editor with a decade of gear-testing experience. She's an avid backpacker, bikepacker, climber, horseback rider, skier, and mountain biker. Maggie has covered thousands of miles on long-distance trails and bike routes. As a writer, her work has been featured in Outside, Runner's World, and Backpacker Magazine.
Maggie's Website: https://www.maggieslepian.com/
Maggie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maggie_slepian/?hl=en
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#maggieslepian #backpacking #outdoorvitals #bikepacking
Dustin Wittwer is an avid hunter, passionate podcaster, and a fellow Utah native. As the host of the captivating "Finding Backcountry" podcast, he expertly weaves together a tapestry of riveting stories and insightful interviews, all centered around one thrilling theme: exploring the vast wilderness of the backcountry through hunting.
Follow Dustin: https://www.instagram.com/dustinwittwer/?hl=en
Follow his podcast: https://www.instagram.com/finding.backcountry.podcast/?hl=en
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In this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson, Tyler, Brigham, and Derek of Outdoor Vitals are in a car driving home from doing 100 miles on the Colorado Trail as part of OV's 100 Mile Challenge.
More on this year's challenge (get some gear while you're at it and support the podcast): https://bit.ly/3OzlKSW
#Coloradotrail #100milechallenge #outdoorvitals #liveultralight #thruhike
In this episode, Tayson sits down with Darren to discuss their training for taking on the Tushars Mountain Run Ultramarathons that they've both signed up for. This will be Tayson's second attempt and Darren's first at an ultramarathon.
Tayson's first attempt (documentary): https://youtu.be/1rR85Yro6EA
Tayson's first attempt (podcast): https://youtu.be/LjYPQ3s2Se0
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In this episode of the podcast, Tayson sits down with Brigham from Outdoor Vitals to discuss the realities of the backpacking industry and what you probably don't know about how your backpacking gear is made.
Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi
#outdoorvitals #outdoorindustry #liveultralightpodcast #backpackinggear
Bryce Newbold is a backpacker, ultrarunner, and kayaker with a self-titled YouTube channel boasting 40,000 subscribers as of the time of this recording. His channel features informative videos covering various backpacking topics, such as navigation, gear selection, and captivating documentation of Bryce's hiking journeys. Including his excursions on the Colorado Trail and his recent expedition to The Enchantments in Washington state.
Bryce's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BryceNewbold
Bryce's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brycenewbold
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Thumbnail photo credit: Justin Park
On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson and Brigham (Outdoor Vitals) sit down with backpacking YouTuber, Justin Outdoors. This time, they are on the trail at the tale end of a trip in Northern Utah, discussing the conditions, the navigation, the gear, the seasons, the snow, and everything you might find helpful on your next backpacking trip.
Justin's channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JustinOutdoors
Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3BsDaqJ
Mike McKnight is a highly accomplished professional ultrarunner and coach whose achievements include taking first place in the Cocodona 250, the Moab 240 (twice), the Bigfoot 200 (twice), and has placed in numerous other insane long-distance endurance races. His outstanding performances have garnered recognition from all over the world of running, and gained him sponsorship from the likes of Salomon and Injinji. With a focus on optimizing performance through nutrition, Michael has embraced the moniker 'The Low Carb Runner,' which is reflected in the name of his popular website and podcast.
Michael's website: https://lowcarb-runner.com/
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