Engearment with Sean Sewell

Thank you to all our YouTube subscribers! We've reached 20K and couldn't be more thrilled. It is an absolute joy to create videos that hopefully help you find the right gear for the outdoors. The Engearment Team thanks you!   We are also preparing to participate in the OMA Summer 2025 show with 10 Engearment writers.  We will have interviews with all your favorite brands!

We wrapped up 70 meetings at OMA Winter 2025 with all sorts of outdoor brands - Black Diamond, THULE, Yakima, Vaurnet, Royal Robbins, Scarpa, Oboz, KUHL, EXPED, and dozens more.  The interviews are live on our YouTube channel. Upcoming reviews include the new Yakima SkyPeak RTT, backpacks from Gregory, EXPED and Arcteryx.  Lots of sunglasses and shoes and tons more!

Fitness leader, professional triathlete, co-author of Primal Blueprint, Two Meals a Day, and a dozen more best selling books - Brad Kearns - joins the Engearment Podcast to talk about Mark Sisson and his newest book - "Born to Walk".  Brad is always wonderful to talk with and learn from.  This is his third apperance on the Engearment Podcast for a good reason - he shares wisdom on health and fitness and makes it approachable.   This episode is packed with startling facts (did you know the marathon was based on a poem and not actually 26 miles??) approachable training tips (for best performance, aim for a HR of 180 minus your age - this is also known as "fat fax HR") and so much more.  It is a real eye opener! You can grab a copy of "Born to Walk" here (Amazon link) or anywhere you purchase your books. https://amzn.to/3WxzEbB It is already a NY Times top 3 book!  

We just wrapped up the 2025 Beacon Bash at Ski Sante Fe - raising money for the Taos Rescue Dogs and creating a scholarship for Avy level 1 education from Silverton Avalanche Guides.

Engearment celebrates 10 Years! Hear the origin story and learn about our "why." From two dirtbag backcountry skiers to over 50 talented writers and testers, it's been a fun journey! Also, helping Girl Scouts earn their "Snow Badge" upcoming Beacon Bash Sante Fe and more.

7th Annual Beacon Bash, Holiday Gift Guide   over 50 reviews Arc'teryx, Patagonia, Helinox, MSR, and lots more!   Beacon Bash - https://www.beaconbash.org/

We have a lot going on the last few months and a lot coming up! Overland Expo Ultimate Build MSR, Thermarest Backpacking Trip with media Brett Jones Iron Cardio Beacon Bash at Loveland, Ski Sante Fe and Telluride

Drew Petersen discusses his new film, Feel It All. Drew hope that by sharing his message, it creates a shift in the conversation about mental health and to help individuals in mountain communities. We also talk about what inspired the creation of the film, as well as his recent running of the Leadville 100. You can view Feel it All here: https://youtu.be/J94ZkA59sSM  

Sean Sewell and Michael Clemente discuss what they saw at the Outdoor Market Alliance Media show.

In this Engearment Podcast, I cover what reviews we have been working on the last 3 weeks, upcoming Flexible Steel courses at our gym, Axistence Athletics, and the upcoming OMA event.

  In this episode, Sean highlights the contributions of Kate Agathon and Paul, who have diligently reviewed gear in Silverthorne, Colorado. From Kuhl's Cultivator Jacket to Outdoor Research's Ferocity Hybrid Leggings, Kate's in-depth written reviews offer valuable insights. Sean also shares updates on their YouTube channel, where they've been testing gear like the Thule Epos 2 bike rack and the Salsa Tributary Eagle e-bike.   The episode also dives into Sean's personal experiences, including a heartwarming story about his wife trying new foods at the Outside Magazine Outdoor Fest. He also shares updates on upcoming seminars at Existence Athletics, including the Flexible Steel course and a Wim Hof course with Matthew Flaherty. Tune in for a comprehensive overview of the latest gear, reviews, and events in the outdoor world. Don't miss out on Sean's engaging stories and valuable insights into the products and activities that keep the Engearment team busy and excited.

Hey Engearment friends! In this episode I go over some reviews we are working on: Salsa Tributary e-bike Thule carrier and bike rack Kettlebell Kings cerakote 56kg bell Solo Stove x Whistle Pig Weston Backwoods Splitboard GoDox XT1 mic RODE Helinox Luna Air Allbirds Knog PAKA Arms of Andes Arcteryx Carrier 75 BOTE SUP / Kayak Marmot Tugsten tent Mammut Trion 38L pack and more....   Welcome to another episode of the Engearment podcast with Sean Sewell! In this exciting installment, Sean dives into the latest reviews the team has worked on, as well as previews of upcoming gear evaluations. From the innovative Paca Everyday Base Layer to the Mammut Trion 38 liter backpack, there's something for every outdoor enthusiast. Sean also shares his excitement about summer gear and activities, highlighting upcoming events like the Outside Magazine music festivals and Outdoor Market Alliance meetings. Plus, there's big news: the podcast has its first sponsor, Peluva, from none other than Brad Kearns and Mark Sisson of Primal Blueprint and Primal Kitchen! Stay tuned for interviews with outdoor brands like Arcade Belts, Nemo, and Exped, and catch up on reviews of unique products such as the Allbirds Tree Runner Go and the Arcteryx Carrier 75 liter duffel bag. Whether you're into split boarding, camping, or the latest in outdoor tech, this episode has it all. Join Sean as he provides insights into the world of outdoor gear, fitness, and health, and keep an ear out for some fantastic new content coming your way soon!

The Engearment HQ has moved and improved! We built a new home as well as a few new YouTube studios. There will be A LOT of reviews coming out here soon. So stay tuned! In this one, we cover the reviews that the Engearment Team has done in the last month. From Arcteryx to Weston. Plus, upcoming StrongFirst certifications at our gym - Karen Smith with SFB and Brett Jones for the SFG II This next part is AI generated.  So... enjoy with a grain of salt :)  In this eagerly anticipated comeback episode, Sean Sewell, the host of the Engirmit.com podcast, shares exciting updates about his personal and professional life after a two-month hiatus. Back with a bang, Sewell talks about his recent move to Aurora, Colorado, partnership with Arcteryx, and reveals the inside scoop on his new Engearment studio. Pod buffs can expect in-depth discussions about Sewell's recent lifestyle changes, upcoming gym certifications, and some exciting new projects in the pipeline. Sewell gives his listeners an exclusive preview of the Beacon Bash, a successful fundraiser for the Taos Avalanche Rescue Dogs, while also providing his viewpoint on the new EPE controversy. Prepare for a virtual tour of Sewell's new home, with its captivating backdrop and top-notch equipment designed to capture the best of outdoor adventure and gear reviews. Tune in to understand where Engearment is heading and Sewell's unique perspective on exciting life changes. This episode throws light on the enticing outdoor adventuring and gear reviewing over the previous two to three years. From discussing vital engagement projects aimed at inspiring inner-city kids towards outdoor recreation to highlighting the best versions of popular gear - this episode promises a thrilling ride. The premier takeaway from these stories is how Engearment is aiming to transform outdoor recreation, promoting healthy behavior, and fostering community values. Expect in-depth reviews of new outdoor gear such as the Black Diamond Coefficient Storm Hoodie, MSR Freelite 210, Adidas' Freehiker 2, and the introduction of the Outdoor Master diamond ski helmet. Moreover, the episode also features practical outdoor adventuring experiences and teaching videos from colleagues. Aimed to be a hub for adventurers, Engirmit also shares upcoming events like the foot health seminar, the Wim Hof Method with Matthew Flaherty, and more. The episode concludes with a teaser for even more exciting gear reviews upcoming shows featuring brands like Helinox, BioLite, Under Embargo, Weston, Nemo, SmartWool, Smith, Julbo, Night Eyes, Thule, Mystery Ranch, Deuter, and more. Epitomizing Sewell's commitment to outdoor adventuring and fitness teachings, this episode is a must-listen for adventure carnies seeking to engage with nature!

We had 60 meetings with outdoor companies at the Winter Outdoor Market Alliance event. Many of those meetings are on our Engearment YouTube channel.   The Southwest Beacon Bash was a big success, and we raised much money for the Taos Avalanche Center Rescue Dog Team.   This weekend we will be hosting 3 StrongFirst workshops at our gym, Axistence Athletics. Lots of fun stuff going on!   Below, AI temps to pitch you on this episode LOL.     In this enthralling episode, take a deep dive with our host, Sean Sewell, into a recent meetup with the Outdoor Market Alliance. With over 60 brand meetings crunched in two weeks, soak up insights from several video interviews on their YouTube channel, providing a glimpse into the evolving landscape of the outdoor industry. Sewell narrates unabated admiration for his team's enduring spirit and the adaptability demonstrated during the event. Mix in some sneak peeks into anticipated releases from innovators like Mammut, Montane, and Mountain Equipment, setting the tone for an industry about to experience drastic reinvention. An exclusive look into Sewell's process as he trials and tests outdoor equipment puts a spotlight on practical gear testing in real environments. With stories from a thrilling beacon bash event in Santa Fe to splitboard testing sessions, the episode evokes the essence of the outdoor adventure community. Heartwarming anecdotes of camaraderie around campfires and exploration of Santa Fe's architectural treasures interweave in this vibrant narrative. Invest in your love for adventure and embrace the latest in gear and fitness technology with a sneak peek into Arc'teryx's latest waterproof membrane and the wonders of Gore-Tex vs H-Dry. Learn about upcoming StrongFirst seminars in Denver focused on strength training and flexible steel training. With the Engearment studio's impending relocation and an appeal for gear review suggestions, this episode is an adrenaline rush of its own, urging listeners to join Sean Sewell on future adventures. Tune in for a rollercoaster ride of excitement, anticipation, and, of course, plenty of outdoor gear action!

Engearment Podcast - The Day Before OMA 2024, Beacon Bash Sante Fe, StrongFirst Workshop It's the day before the big OMA trade show, and we are stoked! Prepare yourself for LOTS of coverage over the next several days. We have 8 Engearment writers attending the trade show and over 60 meetings lined up. So, apologies ahead of time for all the notifications you may receive (if you are a subscriber.... if you are not a subscriber, then get to subscribe!) Meetings with Ortovox, Dueter, Black Diamond, Hestra, Outdoor Research, Thermarest, MSR, Gregory, Yakima, Thule, Mammut, Scarpa, Adventure Wagon, Icebreaker, Xero shoes, DPS, Phantom, Nikwax, Nemo, Smartwool, Mystery Ranch, Exped, Vasque, Buff, Fjallraven, Norrona, Helly Hansen, Oboz, Otter Box, Cotopaxi, Montane, Rossi, Eagle Creek, Craft, Dragon, Danner, Sawyer, Life Straw and many more. So, lots of coverage to look forward to on gear coming out in the future! Then, Saturday, March 2, is our Beacon Bash Southwest edition at Ski Sante Fe. This will be a huge fundraiser and raffle with lots of great gear to win - including Arbor, Venture, and Weston splitboards! The following weekend - March 9-10, we are hosting a StrongFirst fundamentals workshop for kettlebells, barbells, and body weight.   This next part is AI generated.  Let me know if it works or not - Sean Sewell In this exhilarating episode, Sean Sewell from Engearment.com takes us through his action-packed week, interweaving industry insights with personal anecdotes. Broadcasting from a secret, spectacular mountaintop location, Sean prepares listeners for an influx of fresh content on the InGearRadio YouTube platform. With an itinerary brimming with meetings amongst distinguished outdoor companies, Sean promises us a thrill of anticipation. Setting the scene at the Outdoor Media Association event - Sean's beloved trade show for outdoor companies held in Denver - we get insights into the influential media attendees such as CNN, New York Times, Washington Post, Outside Magazine, and Backpacker Media. Sean and team are huddled in rapid-fire, enlightening 15-minute exchanges to extend diverse and comprehensive coverage to their listeners. Among the highpoints is the mention of Beacon Bash, an engaging event in Santa Fe which serves as a fundraiser and a practice hub for rescue beacon skills – all garnished with the chance to snag amazing prizes. The intrigue deepens further as Sean unveils the forthcoming meetings with companies like Ordovox and Deuter, eminent creators of backcountry gear and well-engineered backpacks, respectively. As this episode gains momentum, listeners can't help but relish the hints and previews about exclusive gear, forthcoming reviews, and engaging tales from Sean's personal life - surely an episode packed with adventure and behind-the-scenes information that no outdoor enthusiast should miss out on! From exploring top brands to dissecting varied types of wool, our unveiling of next-gen offerings from Exped and Eagle Creek to the latest in travel luggage and backpacks, and finally an enchanting discourse on ‘Go Splitboard Day' - an episode that truly speaks to all outdoorsy spirits! This isn't just about hiking and trekking, it's a deep dive into the vast and colourful world of outdoor gear and activities. At the close, we're reminded of our host, Sean Sewell, the owner and director of Stoke for Gearment.com, voicing his gratitude and assuring us all to look forward to. So why wait? It's time to gear up, tune in and get set for a captivating journey into the world of outdoor adventures.

Engearment Podcast - OMA Meetings, StrongFirst and Flexible Steel Events at our Gym - Axistence Athletics OMA Febuary 21-22 Media only - https://www.outdoormarketalliance.org/denver-media-show Meetings with - Ortovox, Dueter, Black Diamond, Hestra, Outdoor Research, Thermarest, Platypus, MSR, Scarpa, Rossi, Gregory, Mammut, PAKA, DPS, Phantom, Xero Shoes, Thule, Norrona, NEMO, Nikwax, Kora, Eagle Creek, Smartwool, and dozens more! Seminars at our training center - https://www.axistenceathletics.com StrongFirst Workshops with Analisa Naldi March 9-10 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/strongfirst-workshops-kb-201-bb-301-bw-301-denver-co-usa-tickets-776379541107?aff=oddtdtcreator StrongFirst Bodyweight with Karen Smith! May 11-12 https://www.strongfirst.com/shop/certifications/bodyweight-instructor-sfb/denver-co-may-11-12-2024/ Flexible Steel and Indian Clubs with Matthew Flaherty July 13-14 https://web.cvent.com/event/f240caad-3e01-4571-8b41-8309fc849649/summary Iron Cardio SFGII with Brett Jones! September 28-29 https://www.strongfirst.com/shop/certifications/kettlebell-instructor-sfg-ii/denver-co-september-28-29-2024/ Example of Flexible Steel mobility drills : https://youtu.be/nSVNP-kqNrg  

Engearment Podcast - Wrapping Up 2023 and Lots to Look Forward to in 2024! What a year 2023 was! Engearment covered hundreds of gear reviews, interviews and events. The Team grew. We did our best to step up production too. Beacon Bash was a success (and we took over Red Bulls DJ set up LOL) 2024 is here and we have some fun events coming up - Beacon Bash in Sante Fe, Backpacking with Outdoor Vitals, OMA trade show, LOTS of winter gear coverage too.

Molly Avrin - Adventure Dog Channel and Pete's Adventure Pack Molly is a professional relationship focused trainer that teaches people how to build fulfillment and connection with their dogs.   In this episode we cover dozens of questions on how to build a healthy relationship with dogs and best practices.  Heck, I learned a lot of things to improve on! Molly also created an online school and virtual meeting space called "Adventure Dog Channel"  It is very well made and covers many topics on training with dogs - leach, crate, place, off leash, horses, biking, hiking and loads more. https://www.petesadventurepack.com/adventuredogchannel https://www.petesadventurepack.com/about

Engearment Podcast - Kyle Siegel, Founder of Raide Research Backcountry Ski Packs We have been really excited about the Raide Research ski packs. They are super light, made from legit Dynema and full of useful features. To learn more about them, we had the founder of Raide - Kyle Siegel - on the show. Raide Research - https://raideresearch.com  

Pat Flynn - How to Be Better at (Almost) Everything - new YouTube Channels   Pat is one of favorite guests.  We cover how to get better at skills, how to approach large changes. Creating new YouTube channels. And much more.   Pat Flynn - https://amzn.to/3TqPVOU    

6th Annual Beacon Bash at Winter Park In this episode of the Engearment Podcast, I give the history of the Beacon Bash - starting with Will Coleman's vision and the might of Wade Lancaster to create the incredibly helpful fundraising event.  Now in our 6th year - we are formally a non profit (501C3) and are operating on an even higher level with the help of Sean Eno and Weston, Justin Ibarra and Scott Mahoney of Colorado Adventure Guides and Rhema Ward of Women Who Splitboard and Sean Sewell of Engearment. Working directly with Winter Park Ski Resort to create a very approachable, free event, aimed at educating how an Avy beacon, probe and shovel work, while also allowing advanced backcountry users the opportunities to hone their skills in several beacon parks (operated by Friends of Berthoud Pass, Ortovox and BCA). With a full on raffle of epic proportions to raise money for Friends of Colorado Avalanche Information Center, Friends of Berthoud Pass, Grand Country Search and Rescue and the Winter Park Dog Rescue Team.  We have several Splitboards from Arbor, Weston and Venture. Clothing from Arcteryx.  Goggles from Zeal.  Education packages from CAG.  Ski racks from Yakima.  Backpacks from Gregory.  And dozens more prizes you can win.  All money going to the non profits.     https://www.beaconbash.org/  

The 2023 Engearment Holiday Gift Guide is here!  In this episode, I go over each of the items we have listed in our annual gift guide and why we chose them.  Each item also has a detailed video and or written review to show you how the gear works and the clothes fit.  This is not some sponsored gift guide or a lazy list of affialte links.  This is months of testing and recommendations from the Engearment Team!   https://engearment.com/holiday-gift-guide-2023-the-very-best-outdoor-gear/

StrongFirst Teachers of Strength. Pavel, Brett Jones, Beacon Bash Update   I had the amazing opportunity to work with Pavel, Brett Jones, Fabio, Analisa Naldi, Yoana Teran, and Doc Hartle this last weekend for the StrongFirst Teachers of Strength meeting and the Programming Demystified Seminar.  I got to provide the audio and video for the international event and host the Zoom meeting with over 100 students all around the world! Quite an honor! Pavel then handed me his newest book - Kettlebell Axe. Beacon Bash - I just had a meeting with Gore-Tex, MSR, Thermarest, Gregory Backpacks and some other awesome brands that are going to offering some really nice raffle prizes for the upcoming Beacon Bash at Winter Park (12/2/23). Beacon Bash - https://www.beaconbash.org/ Lots to cover!

Doc Hartle Master StrongFirst Instructor - New Book - Kettlebell Strength Training Anatomy   Doc joins the Engearment Podcast to talk about his new book https://amzn.to/3ruZOzG   And upcoming certifications:   Learn more about Doc Hartle: https://linktr.ee/drmichaelhartle

Doc Hartle Master StrongFirst Instructor - New Book - Kettlebell Strength Training Anatomy   Doc joins the Engearment Podcast to talk about his new book https://amzn.to/3ruZOzG   And upcoming certifications:   Learn more about Doc Hartle: https://linktr.ee/drmichaelhartle

Engearment Podcast - 6th Annual Beacon Bash, StrongFirst Events   We are beginning planning for the 6th annual Beacon Bash at Winter Park. What is the Beacon Bash? It is a free event we host each year that is a great resource on practicing beacon skills, learning new ones and meeting new people. We will also be hosting the big raffle (with LOTS of great gear!) raising money for CAIC.   Upcoming StrongFirst seminars and events.

Engearment Podcast onX New Features - Recent Imagery and more   Brian Riordan of onX goes over some of the very helpful new features on the onX apps (Hunt, Off-Road, and Backcountry). One of the features is the ability to see the last two weeks of imagery so you can see how the conditions are before you head out on the adventure.   He shows us how to navigate the app and utilize many new features.   onX - https://snp.link/54350f4c  

Engearment Podcast - Backpacking with MSR, Thermarest, CNN, Backpacker and post OMA We just did a backpacking trip with a small group of media (CNN, Backpacker, Gear Junkie, Fat Man Little Trail) and tested out upcoming gear from MSR, Thermarest, Gregory, Platypus, Pack Towel, Royal Robbins and Adventure Wagon. So fun! Last week we had OMA and meetings with over 50 companies. Wil and Cai Rickards, Michael Clemente, Steve Starks and Ryan Humphries have interviews up on the meetings. Kate Agathon and Paul share their reviews on biking gear. Derek Toshner goes over the gear he used on Denali. https://fatmanlittletrail.com

Engearment Podcast - Talking about Natural Movement with Christopher McDougall, Eric Orton (Born to Run 2), and Stephen Sashen (Xero Shoes).   What is Natural Movement? Why is it important? What are some of the obstacles to it becoming mainstream? Sean & Wil talk to our three guests about these topics and more.   02:02 - Stephen Sashen Intro 03:14 - Eric Orton Intro 04:27 - Christopher McDougall Intro 07:44 - Brief introduction to Natural Movement and its conflict with industry 09:21 - "All on fire with passion." 09:56 - Scene setting quote from Born to Run about running and love followed by Chris' response 1 4:05 - Eric - Joy and the love of running 16:24 - Stephen - Sprinting, smiling, and kids running 18:44 - Chris - Alone, smiling, and Stephen finding joy in responding to natural movement nay-sayers 19:51 - Stephen - Motivation, intellectual dishonesty, and responding positively. 21:10 - Cognitive dissonance 25:30 - Coaching and dissociation 28:15 - The Natural Movement mission? 29:20 - Chris - The Born to Run experience and its resulting motivation 32:40 - Stephen - Born to Run and its resulting motivation 37:30 - Chris - Xero shoes 39:38 - Stephen - Xero shoes and the unofficial marketing department 40:50 - Born to Run 2 52:20 - Sociable running 58:15 - Wil's challenge to Chris, Eric & Stephen 60:15 - Thank you Links: Born to Run - Chris - https://www.chrismcdougall.com/born-to-run/ Born to Run 2 - Chris & Eric - https://borntorun.world Natural Born Heroes - Chris - https://www.chrismcdougall.com/buy-natural-born-heroes-from-these-sellers/ The Cool Impossible - Eric - http://www.ericorton.com/page/the-cool-impossible Xero Shoes - Stephen - https://xeroshoes.com    

Live From Jones Pass - Beacon Bash, OMA, Backpacking with ThermaRest, StrongFirst Events Its another live episode shot at Jones Pass and uploaded via Starlink. We just had a StrongFirst Foundations course at our gym (Axistence Athletics) hosted buy Anilisa and Maggie Burrows. We will have more StrongFirst events each month in 2023. Next month is is the SFL with my friend and mentor Doc Hartle, then the All Terrain Conditioning course with our colleague and fellow Engearment writer (who just did Denali!) Derek Toshner. Then we head to Phoenix to host the Teachers of Strength and then the Programing Demystified seminar with Hector, Fabio and Pavel! Next week we have the big OMA event and meetings with - Arcteryx, EXPED, MSR, Thermarest, Outdoor Research, Gregory, KUHL, Osprey, Chaco, Scarpa, La Sportiva, Lifestraw, Gore-Tex, Rossi, Lowa, Black Diamond, Ortleib, Ortovox, Dieter, Sierra Design and dozens more. The following week we are going on a backpacking trip with half of these brands to test out Spring 2024 gear too! December 2, 2023 we will be hosting the 6th annual Beacon Bash at Winter Park ski resort. Stay tuned for more info on that! Just was asked by YouTube to test out some new software and also help GoPro with their new tech.  Lots going on!

Engearment Podcast From Jones Pass June 2023   Celebrating being cleared to be active after a 4-month hiatus from activities due to breaking my foot, arthritis, and gout.    Shot on location at our favorite spot.  Featuring gear from QuietKat, Freespirit, EXPED and Mystery Ranch.   

Engearment Podcast - Big Gear Show, Upcoming StrongFirst Seminars, YouTube   Working with YouTube on a new product...Stay tuned to learn more :)   Working with GoPro on new product as well :)    Upcoming StrongFirst Seminars at our gym and the Teachers of Strength event with Pavel, Brett Jones, and Fabio Zonin.    Derek Toshner on Denali. Jay Irwin and crew setting Guinness record for the fastest known time on the 50 highest peaks.    Big Gear show coverage.   Reviews from KUHL, Patagonia, Outdoor Research, Thermarest, Gregory, KUIU, Black Diamond, Costa, Hyperice, Peak Design, Manfrotto, Lowepro, Gordini, Allbirds, Sony, BOTE,   

What is adventure? Why do we need it? What do we gain when we have one? Hear the formula Wil used for endurance success. Find out about the gear he took and why he chose it. Ponder why you might benefit from a stretch goal, how you will breathe life into it, and strategies for making it successful. 00:00 Intro (Breaking it down to Why? How? and What?) 00:56 The Adventure (Riding a bike up and back down a very big hill) 04:30 Why? - Why make life more difficult by embarking on an adventure of this nature? 12:51 How? - Overview - Training & Gear 16:38 How? - Training - 1. Heart Rate (the Maffetone Method) 21:08 How? - Training - 2. Nutrition & Hydration (Skratch Labs & Food Zone Portables) 26:31 How? - Training - 3. Saddle Time & Fortitude (Evolving distances) 27:49 How? - Training - 4. Hills & Altitude 29:15 How? - Gear - Overview & values 30:44 How? - Gear - The Bike - Triban RC520 from Decathlon 32:40 How? - Gear - Clothing - Pearl iZumi - (layering for diverse temperatures & conditions) 37:22 How? - Gear - Helmet - Sena R2X (communications built-in) 38:11 How? - Gear - Miscellaneous gear & thoughts 39:14 What? - The day/ride 50:00 Why? - Revisited - This is the big one for Wil 51:11 The Takeaways from the Experience 54:04 How to reach out to Wil if you want to talk about the value of adventure   Links: Chris McDougal's Website - Where you can buy the book Natural Born Heroes. https://borntorun.world The Book that Sean contributed to that goes in-depth on mitochondria - there is so much new research on why developing these little guys is so important. https://www.strongfirst.com/shop/books/the-quick-and-the-dead/ An app for staying in a particular HR zone https://www.pulse-alert.com/#home If you want to know about sports nutrition and how to cook like a pro cycling team nutritionist, start here. https://www.skratchlabs.com/pages/cookbooks For rice cake recipes, delve into the blog for even more. https://www.skratchlabs.com/blogs/recipes/skratch-aspen-hospital-rice-cake-tutorial   The gear: Full review of the Pearl iZumi gear used: https://youtu.be/UvSGYvlYlNk All individual links are listed there Full review of the Sena R2X helmet: https://youtu.be/pkemkaeLNwg Decathlon RC520 on clearance: https://www.decathlon.com/collections/road-bikes/products/triban-rc520-disc-brake-road-bike-8629968-967269? Mountain Hardwear Stretch Down Jacket: https://www.mountainhardwear.com/p/mens-stretchdown-parka-1942931.html?dwvar_1942931_color=347 Mountain Hardwear Compressor Pants: https://www.mountainhardwear.com/p/mens-compressor-pant-1561481.html?dwvar_1561481_color=090    

Engearment Podcast - New Writers and Lots of Reviews! In this episode, I cover the 5 new writers that have joined the Engearment Team. 30+ gear reviews, projects we are working on, and lots more. This one made my head spin! LOL Welcome: Jay Irwin Derek Toshner - https://engearment.com/writers/derek-toshner/ Devan Michael - https://engearment.com/writers/devan-michael/ Paul Gallaher - https://engearment.com/writers/paul-gallaher/ Amir Alrubaiy - https://engearment.com/writers/amir-alrubaiy/  

Engearment Podcast Nick Symmonds - Fitness Mr. Beast - Impossible Obstacle Course YouTube and social media sensation, 2-time Olympian, accomplished mountain climber, and all-around positively awesome human - Nick Symmonds joins Sean Sewell on the Engearment Podcast. Covering what it is like to go from the Olympics to creating sensational fitness challenges on YouTube. With over 1 million YouTube subscribers, Nick has been called the "Fitness Mr. Beast." One look at his high-caliber content, and you will see why. Nick Symmonds YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@nicksymmonds/featured He is an outdoorsman at heart. Earning Eagle Scout and summiting 44 of the 50 highest peaks in the states. He is launching the "Impossible Obstacle Course" in Eugene, Oregon, this Friday, March 3, 2023. Open to everyone with a prize of $25K!    

Engearment Podcast - Tayson Whittaker of Outdoor Vitals   In this episode, Tayson Whittaker, CEO and Founder of Outdoor Vitals, talks about how Outdoor Vitals started, the mission to educate, empower and explore the vital outdoors and gear!   This was a fun conversation that had lots of actionable takeaways. We also had a lot of fun chatting about YouTube and tech before the episode.   Outdoor Vitals makes really good outdoor clothing and gear that this direct to consumer.  We have several reviews on their gear and will have many more coming up!   Outdoor Vitals - https://snp.link/8a4efa4c

Engearment Podcast - Live! Q&A StrongFirst Miami, Patagonia, upcoming meetings Welcome to our first-ever LIVE podcast! I am learning here, so bear with me as I figure out how to answer questions and tie this all together :) Lots to cover in the one!

Engearment Podcast - New Gore-Tex New ePE WPB Technology   Matt Decker from Gore-Tex joins the Engearment Podcast to go over the new ePE WPB technology. Gore-Tex's first new WPB membrane in 40 years. It is lighter, eco friendly and still durable.   We have a spec jacket that we have been testing for over a month with this tech in it. Good stuff.   Matt Decker, Global Technical & Innovation Leader at W. L. Gore & Associates: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewjohndecker/   https://www.gore-tex.com/new-goretex-products

Engearment Podcast - Pre Gore-Tex, Outdoor Vitals, and StrongFirst Meetings Recap on reviews from the Engearment Team. Next week we will have Gore-Tex on the podcast. Outdoor Vitals will join us in February. We get to work with Pavel and StrongFirst for the Strong Endurance seminar in two weeks.   Lots to cover!

Last weekend, we just had our 5th Annual Beacon Bash at the base of Winter Park ski resort in Colorado. We raided $8k for the Colorado Avalanche Information Center and Friends of Berthoud Pass. Several hundred people attended and practiced at the Ortovox and BCA beacon parks. Dozens of brands donated to the raffle. Many smiles were had. GoPro reached out to work on a special project. I can not share what it is, but it will be the next generation of awesome :) Gore-Tex asked to work on testing their new WPB memrain and will be on the podcast in a few weeks to share the details on this development.

The Engearment Holiday Gift Guide is out and is a great tool for finding the best outdoor gear for friends and family. Each item has been tested and reviewed by our Team. Beacon Bash is going to be epic this year! Hosting at Winter Park base, with four beacon parks and many interactive events. Lots of gear to win as well. All money raised goes to CAIC and FOBP. StrongFirst Strong Endurance - Miami 2023. I will be doing the AV and online streaming with Pavel. We are going to have the best event yet! Holiday Gift Guide - https://engearment.com/holiday-gift-guide-2022-best-gifts-for-outdoor-lovers/

Engearment Podcast  - 7000 YouTube Subscribers  - Thank You!   We just reached 7000 subscribers on our Engearment YouTube channel. I just want to thank every one of you for your support over the years. YOU are the reason this channel exists.   I learn from our audience every day. It is very rewarding to have such an interactive, diverse and international audience.   Thank you all :)   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxAprJXsIhdEPtai7jP0JNg  

Engearment Podcast - Pat Flynn - Balancing Business and Family   Pat Flynn joins us for a fun podcast about balancing work, life, and family.  Best strategies for content creation. Background of how StrongOn certification started. Tips for coaching group fitness classes.  And lots of fun guitar chat :)    You can learn more about Pat here -  https://www.chroniclesofstrength.com  

Engearment Podcast - Pre Outdoor Media Show, Beacon Bash update News on the upcoming Beacon Bash at Winter Park Getting ready for the Outdoor Market Denver Media Show next week. Meetings with Mystery Ranch, Scarpa, NORRONA, Sierra Designs, Gore-Tex, Adventure Wagon, Smartwool, Lowa, Outdoor Research, Cascade Designs, MSR, Thermarest, Ultimate Direction, and 20 more! New Engearment writers - Wade Lancaster and Abbey Gottinger Lots of reviews over the last 4 weeks!  

Engearment Podcast Van Life Edition - Beacon Bash, Patagonia, Costa Live from Jones Pass, with an Adventure Wagon! 5th annual Beacon Bash Camera gear Reviews on Costa, Chaco, Peak Design and so many more. Patagonia Down Sweater, DAS Light Pants, Micro Puff and upcoming mystery jacket :) Wil Rickards big bike adventure and upcoming podcast guests And much more in this podcast, vlog, vlogcast, whatever you want to call it.  

Engearment Podcast from Jones Pass - Patagonia, Costa, KUIU, Mystery Ranch Choe dog and I host the Engearment Podcast from Riley's camp spot at Jones Pass. We met with Patagonia last week and are working on several projects with them. Many reviews from the team and what we are working on.

Engearment Podcast - Pre Outdoor Retailer 2022   Outdoor Retailer is 2 weeks away, and the Engearment Team is super stoked to cover it!  We have meetings lined up all day, every day.  And we are going to take you behind the scene to the after-parties too.   Plus, reviews from  @TSL OUTDOOR   @Outdoor Research   @MYSTERY RANCH   @Princeton Tec   @Allbirds  and more  

Post StrongFirst Teachers of Strength Seminar with Brett Jones and Programming Improve with Pavel and Fabio Zonin I had the pleasure of working with Pavel, Brett Jones, and Fabio Zonin last weekend. Hosting the StrongFirst seminars at our gym - Axistence Athletics - here in Denver. It was such an honor to get to see and work with my mentors! Also, projects with Mystery Ranch, Patagonia, Allbirds, and more. Engearment writers doing cool stuff. Evan Green and North Face going for Everest summit today, Rafael Peace and his new splitboarding movie and much more.

Engearment Podcast - StrongFirst, The North Face, Patagonia, Outdoor Research In this episode of the Engearment Podcast, we cover: Getting ready to work with Pavel, Brett Jones, and Fabio Zonin for the "Programming Improv" seminar at our Denver gym - Axistence Athletics Platte Park https://www.strongfirst.com/special-events/programming-improv-information/   Super stoked about this!   Reviews: Smith 4D MAG - https://youtu.be/3XgL86ab1QA Kuhl Eskape - https://youtu.be/vacocIY4OEI Allbirds Tree Dasher 2 - https://youtu.be/CiBnnOKBWSg ChiliSleep Dock Pro - https://youtu.be/yLiYGwEYZ4M Mountain Hardwear Boundry Ridge Glove - https://youtu.be/ccoxHFQ5bFE Patagonia Refugio Backpack - https://youtu.be/VEfo3hs2wF4 Patagonia Tough Pants - https://youtu.be/dKh_c_K6puM Thermarest Parsec 0 sleeping bag - https://youtu.be/PDXTjb7W8-s EXPED Dura 5 Duo Sleeping pad - https://youtu.be/AOUHRo16qEs Outdoor Research Helium AscentShell - https://youtu.be/juFOgbKtTXU MiiR Climate + - https://youtu.be/X39sL7harr4  @The North Face  Casaval - https://youtu.be/rBYDzEMBe8g Stimson - https://youtu.be/EKOm9LWCXYo Hestra - https://youtu.be/HCgud77UAiU  @COALATREE  https://youtu.be/R-onOe3EN58

Post North Face Meeting, Patagonia, Hestra, Mountain Hardwear, Spark R&D Thanks for making the Engearment Podcast the #1 Fitness podcast in Nepal! We had a great meeting with The North Face two weeks ago. They put us up in a nice room in Winter Park and fed us great food.  We hung out with TNF athletes and other media companies as we tested out the newest gear for 2022-2023 on the mountain. We have reviews up on that gear on our YouTube channel - check then out here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxAprJXsIhdEPtai7jP0JNg?view_as=subscriber We also worked on projects for Patagonia, Mountain Hardwear and Kuhl.   There is a fun tour of Hestra HQ and a preview of what is new for next season. Spark R&D sent over next year's Surge to test as well. Thanks for all the support!  

Engearment Podcast Behind the scenes with Gore-Tex - Comfort and Durability Testing Ray Davis (comfort) and Kenny Raughley (durability) go over some of the testing parameters and technology they use to make sure Gore-Tex has you covered. A few months ago, we had the opportunity to do a virtual tour of Gore-Tex and see how they test. In the links below, you can experience this now too!   Press Room with more info about Comfort Science: https://one.gore-tex.com/d/LhcTGTXEnkHn/comfort-science-r-d-testing   The Full Virtual Lab Tour: https://www.gore-tex.com/experience/virtual-lab-tour General Durability Testing & Analysis Lab: https://widget.gore-tex.com/3d/vlt/index.html?startscene=11&startactions=lookat(-140.8,9.65,120,0,0.8)   Environmental Chamber: https://widget.gore-tex.com/3d/vlt/index.html?startscene=17&startactions=lookat(8.38,1.07,120,0,1)   Rain Room: https://widget.gore-tex.com/3d/vlt/index.html?startscene=10&startactions=lookat(-23.8,0,120,0,0)