Podcasts about gearjunkie

Nicole Qualtieri is an outdoor writer and editor, a conservationist, and a committed outdoorswoman. Over the past decade, she's worked with some of the most notable brands in the outdoor industry, including MeatEater, Backcountry Hunters and Anglers, and GearJunkie, and she has bylines with many well-known outdoor publications, such as Outside, Modern Huntsman, and Backcountry Journal. But despite being plugged in with many of the best names in the outdoor business, she and a few creative friends decided to go out on a limb and start their own outdoor publication– one that focuses on substance over clickbait, depth and vulnerability over the silly quest for virality and search engine optimization. The name of the project is The Westrn, and it combines the best parts of online writing and journalism with a printed, hold-it-in-your-hands newspaper that ships to subscribers four times per year. As you'll hear Nicole describe, the topics covered by The Westrn's include hunting, conservation, and a wide range of outdoor adventure. But the deeper point of it all is to build a tight-knit community of engaged outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes, who appreciate the value of nuanced writing, thinking, and publishing. As many legacy outdoor media brands have become controlled by private equity and now focus on scalability over creativity and quality, the role of people like Nicole and her partners at the Westrn are all the more important— they are taking a real risk to make the Westrn a reality, and I greatly admire their vision and commitment to action. Nicole and I connected online– she was at her home in Anaconda, Montana and I was here in Colorado Springs– and we had an enlightening conversation filled with lots of laughs about her fascinating life, career, and the creation of The Westrn. We discussed her upbringing in what she describes as a high-control religious cult and how hunting and the outdoors were her way of working through some of that childhood trauma. We discussed her non-traditional career path, which included a stint as a stand-up comic, and how she worked her way into the outdoor industry. We discuss the importance of hard work, preparation, and grinding, and how self-confidence is generated from those activities. We discuss the current state of the outdoor media industry, the financial challenges of making it as a freelancer, her writing process, contentment vs happiness, favorite books, and of course, her goals for The Westrn. Nicole was also kind enough to offer some discount codes for M&P listeners, so follow the appropriate links in the episode notes or on the website to get 20% off annual memberships to The Westrn and/or 20% off single issues of the print newspaper. A huge thanks to Nicole for the conversation and thank you for listening. Enjoy! --- Nicole Qualtieri The Westrn 20% Discount off the Annual Subscription Link for M+P Listeners will auto-populate discount:  https://www.thewestrn.com/mtnprairie 20% Off Pre-Order Single Issues:  Use link to use code: https://thewestrnstore.com/discount/MTNPRAIRIE?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Fthe-westrn-individual-issue Or use code MTNPRAIRIE Ed's Book Recommendations Full episode notes and links: https://mountainandprairie.com/nicole-qualtieri/ --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 4:30 - Nicole and Ed's first convo (shared Roadhouse appreciation) 6:15 - Nicole's background 8:15 - How writing's been a part of Nicole's life 13:15 - Getting out West 16:30 - College degrees 19:15 - On writing On Killing Animals 21:00 - The grind and the craft 28:00 - Taking the pain 30:15 - Outside's rejection of On Killing Animals 34:45 - The corporatization of outdoor media 44:30 - The Westrn 54:30 - Taking a good idea and running with it 59:45 - Etymology of happy 1:02:30 - Nicole's book recs 1:07:00 - Parting words --- ABOUT MOUNTAIN & PRAIRIE: Mountain & Prairie - All Episodes Mountain & Prairie Shop Mountain & Prairie on Instagram Upcoming Events About Ed Roberson Support Mountain & Prairie Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts

Brad Hoos is Founder of Musk Ox. gomuskox.com.   ==> Santa is coming and it's finally cold -- so it's the best time to grab a flannel yet. Go to goMuskOx.com -- that's goMuskOx dot com -- for $15 off a flannel using the code "Gruber15" -- and the even better news is you can turn this into $30 off if you buy two or $45 when you buy 3. It's the same Code -- Gruber15 gets you $15 off every flannel you buy   ==> Best flannel on the market -- says Gearjunkie, The Inertia, Maxim...but most importantly Steve says that's the case!   ==> MuskOx gives $5 to wildlife conservation with each flannel purchased, which is way more than 1% of profit. And MuskOx is part of the Better Cotton Program, which means that their cotton is grown sustainably

Brad Hoos is Founder of Musk Ox. gomuskox.com.   ==>Santa is coming and it's finally cold -- so it's the best time to grab a flannel yet. Go to goMuskOx.com -- that's goMuskOx dot com -- for $15 off a flannel using the code "Gruber15" -- and the even better news is you can turn this into $30 off if you buy two or $45 when you buy 3. It's the same Code -- Gruber15 gets you $15 off every flannel you buy ==> Best flannel on the market -- says Gearjunkie, The Inertia, Maxim...but most importantly Steve says that's the case! ==> MuskOx gives $5 to wildlife conservation with each flannel purchased, which is way more than 1% of profit. And MuskOx is part of the Better Cotton Program, which means that their cotton is grown sustainably

Adam Ruggiero, Editor-in-Chief and Podcast Host at GearJunkie, joins me for a riveting and wide-ranging conversation. From media trips gone wrong to how we should think about AI from a journalism standpoint, this discussion is engaging and exciting. GearJunkie is an online hub for outdoor adventure, offering expert gear reviews, the latest outdoor trends, and inspiring stories for adventurers. Adam shares his experience living and working on a coffee farm in Hawaii, makes a case for journalism school, and gives a behind-the-scenes look at how to grab an editor's attention if you're looking to get your product tested. My favorite quote from the episode: “Don't underestimate your ability to figure out more than you think you know when you embark on [the journey of quitting your job and taking a chance].” You can follow Who Runs This Park on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook or YouTube, can email us at info@whorunsthispark.com or check us out online at whorunsthispark.com.  Sign up for the Who Runs This Park's newsletter at linktr.ee/whorunsthispark.  Who Runs This Park is produced by Maddie Pellman with music by Danielle Bees.

In this episode of the Gear Junkie podcast, host Adam interviews Christina Henderson, the Director of The Running Event (TRE). They discuss Christina’s unique living situation on a houseboat, the significance of TRE as a gathering place for the running industry, and the evolution of the event over the years. Christina shares insights on the introduction of SwitchBack, a new initiative aimed at bridging the gap between running and outdoor brands. The conversation also touches on trends in running, the importance of inclusivity, and the upcoming move of TRE to San Antonio in 2025. Christina reflects on her journey to becoming the event’s director and her vision for its future, emphasizing the need for accessibility and community engagement in the running industry. The post Building The Running Event: Christina Henderson on The GearJunkie Podcast appeared first on GearJunkie.

In this episode, we speak with Stephen Regenold, a seasoned journalist and entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in building and scaling media companies. Stephen shares his journey from starting his career as a writer for The New York Times to founding GearJunkie, a leading media company in the outdoor gear and adventure space. He reflects on the challenges and rewards of transitioning from journalism to entrepreneurship, scaling a business, and eventually selling GearJunkie. Stephen also offers insights on how digital media has evolved, from early content strategies to the rise of affiliate commerce, and the role of AI in shaping the future of media. His stories provide valuable lessons on authenticity, business growth, and the dynamic relationship between content and commerce in the digital landscape. Tune in to hear how Stephen's passion for outdoor adventure fueled his success in both journalism and business.

In the latest episode of the GearJunkie Podcast, Yoon Kim, founder of Outdoor Media Summit (OMS), shares his journey through the outdoor industry and discusses the evolution of the Outdoor Retailer show, the state of outdoor media, and the importance of community and collaboration. One of Kim's key projects, OMS has grown into a vital event for fostering collaboration, and is dedicated to bringing together media professionals and brands to share insights, predict future trends, and enhance marketing strategies. The post Gaming the First Algorithm and the State of Outdoor Media: Yoon Kim on the GearJunkie Podcast appeared first on GearJunkie.

Today on Gear & Beer: Chicago based outdoor journalist Erica Zazo wants us to get loud and rowdy as she reviews the Turtlebox Gen 2 Bluetooth Speaker!Erica recently reviewed the Gen 2 for GearJunkie and today she's hanging out with Colin & Justin to tell them why this particular bluetooth speaker is an amazing addition to any outdoor kit. This speaker survived 30 days of being submerged in a cooler, being covered in dirt and sand and it still sounds amazing; all while holding a charge like a champ.What beer do you pair with an incredibly tough and loud bluetooth speaker like the Turtlebox Gen 2? You go with a Chicago classic (which Erica actually shipped to Colin & Justin): Old Style Lager.Summer may be winding down but it's still going strong here on Gear & Beer.Time Codes:Cracking open some Old Style tall boys and the Cicerone break down of this lager (04:18)Reviewing the Turtlebox Gen 2 (10:37)Please follow and subscribe to Gear & Beer and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts. Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts and reach out to myrockfight@gmail.com to claim your free Gear & Beer sticker!Gear & Beer is part of the Rock Fight podcast network. Be sure to check out THE ROCK FIGHT for the best outdoor industry commentary on Apple or Spotify.Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Want to see your favorite piece of gear or favorite beer featured on a future episode? Send your feedback and suggestions to myrockfight@gmail.com or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Thanks for listening! Gear & Beer is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.

What do you get when the outdoor's foremost authority on outdoor stuff cracks open a brew? You get GearJunkie on Gear & Beer!Today Sean McCoy from GearJunkie.com joins Colin to run down the top 5 products he and the GJ team saw at the Outdoor Market Alliance Media Show last week (Colin was also there). The two talk about new stuff from:Therm-a-restOspreyVasqueMountain HardwearThuleAnd they start it all off by pairing this gear with an ice cold Coors Banquet. Because after all, this event was held just outside of Golden, CO so... you know, why not?Please follow and subscribe to Gear & Beer and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts. Leave a written review on Apple Podcasts and reach out to myrockfight@gmail.com to claim your free Gear & Beer sticker!Gear & Beer is part of the Rock Fight podcast network. Be sure to check out THE ROCK FIGHT for the best outdoor industry commentary on Apple or Spotify.Head to www.rockfight.co and sign up for News From the Front, Rock Fight's weekly newsletter!Want to see your favorite piece of gear or favorite beer featured on a future episode? Send your feedback and suggestions to myrockfight@gmail.com or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Thanks for listening! Gear & Beer is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.

Did you know that Patagonia – yes, that Patagonia – has a venture capital arm? If you didn’t, now you do. Tin Shed Ventures is the VC arm of Patagonia, and it invests in startups that provide, or aim to provide, systemic and globally scalable solutions for the land, water, air, and biodiversity. The fund is behind companies you may know, such as Trove, a popular e-commerce platform that many brands (including Patagonia) use for resale, and BUREO, the company that converts plastic fishnets into consumer products (like the brims of all Patagonia’s hats). The focus of Tin Shed Ventures is to support companies that can reduce the environmental impacts of Patagonia’s core apparel business. It invests a portion of Patagonia’s profits, so the fund has no outside investors, and it provides patient capital to give the businesses the time they need to grow. In this podcast, Asha Asha Agrawal, Managing Director of Tin Shed Ventures, provides background on the fund, including investment criteria and how it seeks to generate returns that benefit both the planet and Patagonia’s business. T The post Tin Shed Ventures Puts Patagonia’s Money Where Its Mouth Is appeared first on GearJunkie.

Stephen Regenold is a true digital media success story. Around 2010, when print media was starting to really feel the effects of the Internet, he decided to start his own outdoor blog. Early in his online journey, Steven made wise decisions in the site's revenue model for direct ad sales, affiliate commerce, and SEO strategies. These, combined with some viral luck when a term they helped coin was being considered for the Oxford Dictionary, helped the brand become a massive success. (He also touches on how video content, from shorts to documentaries, played a crucial role in their strategy.) Gear Junkie's achievements led to multi-million dollar revenue and partnerships with major brands, positioning the site and its editors as an influencer proposition. They engaged audiences through influencers like YouTubers and Instagram personalities, along with their SEO success. In 2018, acquisition offers started pouring in, and Gear Junkie eventually sold to Lola Digital in 2020. Post-acquisition, the company rebranded as All Gear Digital, raising $40 million, making eight additional acquisitions, growing into an outdoor media conglomerate, and bringing back Stephen to help them grow. This was well-timed as the outdoor industry saw surprising growth during the pandemic, with a surge of interest in outdoor activities and gear. Stephen discusses how All Gear Digital's brands are doing today, providing numbers and sharing strategies for adding value to conversations and maintaining a unique voice in a competitive space. As a result of all this, you won't believe how long their dwell time on site is. Ready to join a niche publishing mastermind, and here from industry experts each week?  Join the Niche Pursuits Community here: https://community.nichepursuits.com Be sure to get more content like this in the Niche Pursuits Newsletter Right Here: https://www.nichepursuits.com/newsletter Want a Faster and Easier Way to Build Internal Links?  Get $15 off Link Whisper with Discount Code "Podcast" on the Checkout Screen: https://www.nichepursuits.com/linkwhisper Get SEO Consulting from the Niche Pursuits Podcast Host, Jared Bauman: https://www.nichepursuits.com/201creative

Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) we welcome Stephen Regenold the OG GearJunkie to get a behind the scenes look at the world of reviewing gear.Stephen started GearJunkie in 2002 as a newspaper column that eventually became one of the go to website's for gear enthusiasts and newbies alike.Today he sits down with Colin to talk about the current state of gear reviews, how changes in the media landscape has impacted the medium and what to expect from gear reviewing in the future.Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to myrockfight@gmail.com or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.

Editor's Note: In this episode of the GearJunkie Podcast, we sit down with Bureo Co-Founder & CEO David Stover. Bureo converts plastic ocean pollution into recycled fibers and consumer goods, with major partners like Patagonia, Trek Bikes, Costa Sunglasses, and more. Whether he was surfing, free-diving, swimming, you name it — David Stover kept finding plastic trash in the ocean. As someone who loves the water, it hit him really hard. “You might just drive by it on the road,” the Bureo Co-founder and CEO said. But as a surfer, Stover often received a daily reminder of the worsening problem. “You take it really personally,” he added. Founded in 2013, Bureo is known for its unique approach to recycling and repurposing discarded fishing nets — a major contributor to ocean plastic — into high-quality products. The company's proprietary material, NetPlus, is currently being leveraged by major brands like Patagonia, Trek Bikes, Costa Sunglasses, and more in a variety of product offerings. (Photo/Bureo) A Mission is Born Stover grew up surrounded by water, on Block Island, Rhode Island. He never considered himself an environmentalist — Being a good steward to the land was just the right thing to do. But as he and his co-founders noticed more and more debris in the water, they felt the need to take action. “Once you start seeing plastic in the ocean, you can’t not see it,” he emphasized. After consulting with leading experts and absorbing many firsthand, anecdotal experiences, it became obvious to Stover that a significant percentage of waste was coming from the fishing industry — especially netting. (Photo/Bureo) Years later, Bureo is converting this type of waste into consumer products, like jackets, sunglasses, hats, shorts, even skateboards. In fact, the brand's first product was the Minnow Cruiser Skateboard. “We were building a niche skateboard company, and to us, that was exciting!” Stover remembered. “One of the biggest takeaways from our first products was that people were more on board with the mission of converting these nets into a product that they were necessarily skateboarding.” Slow and Steady Growth Bureo is on a much more modest growth trajectory than other successful young companies. In its first year, when the brand was just making skateboards, it converted 10 tons of material, which amounts to roughly half a shipping container of nets. A promising start, but not enough to make a serious dent in reducing global waste. However, by 2023, the company was converting over 1650 tons of material, roughly 80 to 100 shipping containers of plastic netting. The scale of the operation is growing exponentially, but it’s still just a drop in the bucket. (Photo/Bureo) As Stover explained, recycling alone will not solve the plastic problem, and a multi-pronged approach is needed, including reducing plastic consumption and exploring alternative materials.“We have to stop making as much new plastic as we’ve been making every year in order to really start winning that battle,” he reiterated. “Once these producers of new plastic are really focusing their investments and facilities and equipment on regenerative materials or alternative materials, the real change will come.” What is NetPlus? Bureo’s focus is on collecting and recycling fishing nets, but they also aim to address the end-of-life disposal of products made from these materials. To that end, in 2014, the fledgling company caught the eye of Patagonia, which took interest in the brand's early technology and mission. With the investment of the much-larger outdoor apparel company, Bureo committed to a path of product-oriented R&D that has culminated in Bureo's proprietary NetPlus material. (Photo/Bureo) Found in some of Patagonia's most popular products (Baggies, anyone?), NetPlus is made from 100% post-consumer recycled fishing nets. And while that seems impressive, the company also partners directly with fishing communities to collect their end-of-life fishing net waste. These partnerships divert a large flow of pollution away from these coastal communities, ultimately preventing substantial amounts of plastic from reaching the open ocean. Working For Change Stover still surfs often, and despite the overwhelming odds against his endeavor, he still feels optimistic during those sessions that he's on the right course and others will take up the cause in the future. Over the years, Bureo has made significant strides in achieving its mission. The company has successfully established partnerships with fishing communities, incentivizing the proper disposal of fishing nets and preventing them from becoming ocean waste. (Photo/Bureo) Moreover, Bureo has expanded its product line to include a variety of sustainable goods, such as skateboards, sunglasses, and other lifestyle products, all made from recycled materials. But more than those things, Bureo’s innovative approach has positioned the company as a trailblazer in the fight against ocean plastic pollution and providing a template for other, future companies that seek to get involved in the mission. “When it’s only doom and gloom — it’s really hard to see what difference you can make,” Stover concluded. ”But when you look at the youth … I see that generation taking [pollution] really personally. … that gives me hope that we’re inspiring the next generation to be more responsible.” The post You Can Use Fishing Nets To Make Rad Gear appeared first on GearJunkie.

Climbing has changed a lot since Chris Sharma came on the scene over two decades ago. Now in his early 40s, Sharma has born witness to an entire generation of climbers come up, including his co-guest on today’s GearJunkie Podcast, 23-year-old pro climber Drew Ruana. In a wide-ranging conversation guest-hosted by GearJunkie’s Seiji Ishii, the young buck and seasoned master discuss how the sport has grown over the last twenty years. Along the way, they touch on project poaching, drinking culture, balancing family with career, fitness, and much more. While addressing his notable longevity, Sharma emphasized the importance of consistency in his training as he’s aged. He also credited taking breaks and devoting that time to other things to avoid burnout. Among the first to represent the USA as an Olympic climber, Ruana offered a younger point of view. But regardless, both are among the elite of the sport and continue to push the state of climbing forward. The post Chris Sharma and Drew Ruana Speak on the State of Climbing appeared first on GearJunkie.

Editor’s Note: In this edition of the GearJunkie Podcast, we sit down with the Co-Founder and CEO of Athletic Brewing, Bill Shufelt, to learn about the brand’s early days and what led him to take an early interest in the then-dormant category. Before Athletic Brewing Company, Bill Shufelt worked long hours at a hedge fund. He spent his days in the office, and often found himself entertaining clients and attending work-related social functions after hours. It was a work hard, play hard lifestyle that perpetuated unhealthy routines. While entertaining clients and attending work functions, Bill noticed that it was hard for him avoid alcohol. He wanted an alternative non-alcoholic option — a drink that he could enjoy socially without the negative side effects of alcohol. At the time, it just didn’t exist. Up to that point, the adult beverage industry had made it really hard to love non-alcoholic drinks. Over the previous decades, there'd been little to no product innovation or marketing support. According to Shufelt, “Non-alcoholic beer was the most boring, dusty part of the grocery store or bar.”Aside from the obvious market vacuum, Bill knew it from his own lived experience. “Alcohol, at the end of the day, is a ‘functional ingredient,'” the Athletic Brewing Co-Founder and CEO told the GearJunkie Podcast. “I wanted to be in all of those social settings, at all of those times, without having to deal with the side effects of that functional ingredient, whether that's health or lost productivity, an ongoing distraction — tough to move around, tough to sleep, tough to work the next day, dietary implications, you name it.” An avid athlete and hard-charging professional, Bill wanted to live that full, cosmopolitan, performance-driven life, without the downsides of alcohol. (Photo/Athletic Brewing) Building the Athletic Brewing Brand Early on, Athletic Brewing Co. identified a stigma surrounding NA beer. For this reason, Bill and his team designed the Athletic brand to be bright, colorful, and reassuring. They wanted a can consumers could hold proud, subliminally communicating a sense of positivity.  Similarly, in those early years Shufelt was a big proponent of in-person tastings and demos, often competing in the very races he was promoting at. Bill knew that drinking NA beer made sense for a lot of people. Historically, NA beer customers skewed older, with a bent on fitness and perhaps a tad more responsibility than their younger peers. But since its inception, Athletic Brewing has largely built out its own category, now appealing to a more generalized, all-age active lifestyle demographic. The Impact of NA Beer on Health and Wellness “It's low calorie,” Shufelt said of Athletic Brewing's beverages. “So it lends itself to busy, healthy people. We just had to let that get out into the world.” The average adult has about four drinks a week, so it tends to be a very specific time-and-place activity, but in Bill's words, Athletic Brewing essentially allows people to feel good about grabbing a beer any night of the week. “When I'm having a really stressful day at work,” he continued, “if I can crack that IPA for the last hour while I work in my home office — or have a beer every night of the week with dinner — it's game changing.” Where in his former life, having a beer would eliminate the likelihood of a workout or continuing work, Athletic Brewing has allowed Shufelt to enjoy his appreciation for beer without it slowing down other aspects of his mental and physical life.      (Photo/Athletic Brewing) Growing Competition in the NA Market Moving forward, Bill feels optimistic about the NA category. Since Athletic’s inception, bigger players in the beverage space have entered. But instead of trying to kill the category's growth, they’re looking to compete.  “This category is very positive sum,” Shufelt explained of the NA beer market. “The tide is going to be coming in for a long time. Health and wellness is one of those things where you can't really put the toothpaste back in the tube. So I'm really glad to have more entrants into the category.” Nowadays, there's over 150 NA beer brands. When Athletic Brewing started, there were six. “Now, you have non-alcoholic Corona sponsoring the Olympics,” he enthused. “I think that progress is so good for the overall category, awareness, and tearing down stigmas.”   The Future of Athletic Brewing With all of the growth, Athletic Brewing has been shortlisted as a prime target for corporate acquisition. But despite the interest from potential buyers, Shufelt insists that they aren’t building to sell. “When there's exciting data points, people pick up the phone to try and get involved in your business,” he explained. ”But we're really excited about being the leader of this category and building for the very long term — I was never interested in selling.” The rise of Athletic Brewing has been consistent and pronounced, but as Shufelt caveats, no small business survives without challenge. To maintain a growth mindset, Bill has adopted a form of mental preparation where he pre-accepts future turbulence.  “Any challenge is tackle-able with that mindset,” he said. “At the same time, all of the opportunists who come for the gold rush, the quick hit, they're not gonna be here in 3-6 months. It's not easy, and I like that it's not easy.” The post Athletic Brewing CEO Bill Shufelt Is Increasing Beer-Drinking Occasions appeared first on GearJunkie.

Hunting big cats can be controversial — just ask GearJunkie Hunt & Fish Editor Rachelle Schrute. In a recent opinion piece, Schrute took infamous big-cat hustler and CEO of Big Cat Rescue, Carole Baskin, to task over her statements and documented “fallacies” surrounding the topic.   In her open letter, Schrute attempts to correct misunderstanding and educate others that Baskin’s statements may have misinformed in an opinion piece published by The Denver Post in October of 2023. The purpose of Baskin’s article was to “shed light” on the issues surrounding big cat hunting and to support Colorado’s ballot initiative to ban trophy hunting and trapping of wild cats. Her arguments center around the idea that hunting mountain lions or bobcats are for trophy hunting and not for the consumption of meat. We sit down with Schrute on The GearJunkie Podcast to digest her disagreements with Baskin and add greater context to the conversation. The post Hunting Big Cats: Baskin’ in Big-Cat Misinformation appeared first on GearJunkie.

Ryan Wichelns is the founding editor of Trails Magazine.  It is the only independent, quality-over-quantity, and print-only magazine for backpackers and those who love to sleep in the dirt. He is also an outdoor-adventure and environmental freelance writer and journalist. His work has appeared in Backpacker Magazine, Outside Online, Gear Junkie, and more.  Ryan first appeared in episode 12 and again in episode 100.  You can learn more about Trails Magazine at trailsmag.net.  Ryan Wichelns, welcome back to the show.

Spanning numerous owners, iterations, and identities, Mountain Gazette has had quite a run since its founding in the 1960s. But in recent years, it’s definitively entered its modern renaissance under the guidance and wordcraft of owner/Editor-in-Chief Mike Rogge. Celebrating all things outdoors, the sizable magazine prioritizes art, photography, humor, and long-form editorial over plug-and-play content — notably abstaining from gear reviews and other consumer content. The long-running (off and on) mag just marked its 200th issue. And as Rogge — a ski bum turned editorial mastermind — explained recently on the GearJunkie Podcast, the publication is only gaining steam. The post Print Media Ain’t Dead: Reviving the Mountain Gazette appeared first on GearJunkie.

Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) journalist Kyle Frost returns to the show to talk with Colin about recent outdoor industry headlines. The pair run through the following:The US Forest Service and National Park Service proposed new rules for climbing in wilderness areas (01:05)Strava's future under their new CEO (15:20)GearJunkie pairs with Pit Viper and AI to write their own obituary (20:25)Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to myrockfight@gmail.com or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Head to the Here and There Club to read more from Kyle Frost.Support our partners!Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Head over to Gear Trade to turn your unused gear and apparel into cash money or to pick up that piece of gear you need for your next adventure! Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.

Michelle Boyer is president and founder of Arctic Lynx Maternity. A graduate of Gettysburg College, Michelle began her career in the mortgage industry where she became a Senior Vice President of Compliance. After the birth of her second daughter, and with a desire to pursue a more creative career, she had the idea to create a baselayer for pregnant women. With much hard work and tears, Arctic Lynx Maternity was dreamed up and created. Launched in December 2018, the brand has grown from an offering of three products to ten.  Featured in Runner's World, Golf Digest, Gear Junkie and other amazing sites and publications, the brand is working to change the way humanity views pregnant women. Michelle is a passionate advocate of mothers being just as valuable and deserving of care as babies and has worked to pass legislation in the state of Maine to increase health care for women. Based just outside of Portland, Maine, you can find Michelle enjoying hiking trails, beaches, Old Port shopping and a good chai tea in her free time. Michelle's info: Website: https://www.arcticlynxmaternity.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arcticlynxmaternity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arcticlynxmaternity/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNMXVbigDEPcpXTFd72ROQw Please click the button to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and leave a review if your favorite podcast app has that ability. Thank you! Visit http://drlaurabrayton.com/podcasts/ for show notes and available downloads. © 2014 - 2023 Dr. Laura Brayton

Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin is joined by journalist Justin Housman to talk about notable headlines to come out of the outdoor industry and community in the past week. The pair get into the following topics (with time codes):Listener email about Colin & Justin's Star Wars transgressions (02:04)Heinz ketchup packets as on the go nutrition for runners (05:44)Gearjunkie reverts to form and puts a murder trial verdict as it's lead story (08:40)Pinkbike Podcast vs The Loam Ranger and who gets to share their outdoor content on the internet (14:14)Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star rating wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to myrockfight@gmail.com or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Support our partners!Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Long Weekend Coffee...more weekend, please. Head over to Gear Trade to turn your unused gear and apparel into cash money or to pick up that piece of gear you need for your next adventure! Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.

Adam cracks open a bottle of bourbon with Ray Walker, founder of Saint Cloud. Ray talks about Saint Cloud’s humble beginnings, his early days in the wine-making business, and how he’s rebranding bourbon with Saint Cloud. Adam finds out how to taste, smell, and appreciate his drinks, and finally gets clarity on the difference between whiskey and bourbon. Learn more about Saint Cloud at www.saintcloudbourbon.com. This episode is sponsored by Hammerhead. Right now, our listeners can get a free heart rate monitor with the purchase of a Hammerhead Karoo 2. Visit hammerhead.io right now and use promo code GEARJUNKIE at checkout to get yours today. The post Bourbon Tasting With Ray Walker, Founder of Saint Cloud appeared first on GearJunkie.

Today on THE ROCK FIGHT (an outdoor podcast that aims for the head) Colin talks about a few outdoor stories including news and ads from brands like Ibex, Icebreaker and the new shacket from Minus 33 that have wool trending upwards in the outdoor industry. He then applauds Gearjunkie for taking their coverage of the trial of cyclist Mo Wilson's alleged murderer off of their homepage. If you missed the criticism Colin and Justin levied at Gearjunkie a couple of weeks ago you can hear that here.Lastly Colin offers his take on the constant barrage of outdoor media stories about people who have or are trying to figure how to have outdoorsy families and kids. Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star review wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to myrockfight@gmail.com or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Support our partners!Head over to Gear Trade to turn your unused gear and apparel into cash money or to pick up that piece of gear you need for your next adventure! Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Long Weekend Coffee...more weekend, please. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.

Welcome back to THE ROCK FIGHT, an outdoor podcast that aims for the head.Today on the show Colin & Justin break down some of the latest headlines to come out of the outdoor community and industry. What's happening in Moab? Do we need Laird's new polo shirt? Star Wars sucks now. And more!On the docket today (with time codes):The BLM Closes 317 Miles of Moab Trails to Off Road Vehicles (3:13)LAIRD opens their first store in Manhattan Beach, CA (13:02)Gearjunkie's "What you need to know" article regarding the trial of the accused murderer of cyclist Mo Wilson (15:26)Columbia's launch of the "Skywalker Pilot Collection" (20:33)Please follow and subscribe to THE ROCK FIGHT and give us a 5 star review wherever you get your podcasts.Have a question or comment for a future mailbag episode? Send it to myrockfight@gmail.com or send a message on Instagram or Threads.Subscribe to Adventure Journal to get more Justin Housman in your life.Support our partners!Head over to Gear Trade to turn your unused gear and apparel into cash money or to pick up that piece of gear you need for your next adventure! Check out Long Weekend Coffee for the best cup of coffee for your next adventure. Be sure to enter promo code 'rock10' at checkout to receive 10% off of your first order. Long Weekend Coffee...more weekend, please. Thanks for listening! THE ROCK FIGHT is a production of Rock Fight, LLC.

What does it mean to be a B Corp? Adam sits down with former GearJunkie editor Sam Anderson to discuss his deep dive on Benefit Corporations, what it means to receive a B Corp certification, and why some companies aren’t recertifying — and why it doesn’t mean what you might think. With the story of Chris King, a bicycle component manufacturer, Sam explains that what started as a means to hold companies accountable to sustainable practices has become a “marketing machine with a fading mission.” From bicycle parts to aluminum coffee capsules, Sam and Adam talk through the dynamics of B Corp certification, and why it might not be the sustainability indicator we once thought it was. The post The Editor’s Take: B Corp Gone Bad? One Company’s Fight Against a Beneficent Giant appeared first on GearJunkie.

Adam speaks with Courtney Dauwalter, two-time champion of the Hardrock 100 ultramarathon, after setting a course record for the second year in a row. Courtney describes running 100 miles in a little over 26 hours, powering through the pain cave, and what it’s like to set back-to-back records at Hardrock 100 and the Western States Endurance Run only a few weeks apart. This episode is brought to you by our friends at Roark. Visit roark.com and use promo code GearJunkie15 at checkout for 15% off. Discount applies for a limited time only. The post Courtney Dauwalter’s Pain Cave and the Hardrock 100 appeared first on GearJunkie.

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

Are balloons the new plastic straws? GearJunkie’s hunt-fish editor, Rachelle Schrute, walks us through the death, lies, and destruction of balloons, how they harm Earth’s cutest animals, and what will happen when our dwindling supply of helium finally runs out. Editor-in-Chief Adam Ruggiero takes on the comment section — do publishers have a responsibility to respond? Finally, AllGear Editorial Director Sean McCoy rehashes a week at Outdoor Retailer and weighs in on the once mighty trade show giant. What made OR the outdoor industry’s guiding force, and has it entered its final act? Check out all that and more on The Editors’ Take. The post The Editors’ Take: Deadly Balloons, Vicious Comment Sections, and the Fate of Outdoor Retailer appeared first on GearJunkie.

At what point will YETI “out-YETI” itself? According to GearJunkie’s hunt-fish editor, Rachelle Schrute, there’s a good chance it just did — with this $400 cast iron skillet. We give our takes on what the heck YETI was thinking and why this particular product marks a distinct departure from YETI’s past gear drops. Plus — what’s the deal with getting older? GearJunkie’s longstanding editorial director, Sean McCoy, takes us on trail for his latest race (emphasis on late). Nearing 50, McCoy recounts the joys and victories of trail racing as a young man, compared to the aches, pains, and surprising upsides of running as an old— er, less young — man. All that and plenty of laughs on The Editors’ Take. The post The Editors' Take: A YETI Too Far & the Subtle Art of Getting Older appeared first on GearJunkie.

After a career of harrowing expeditions and a lifetime defined by doing things the hard way, Eric Larsen’s greatest challenge awaited him in 2021 in the form of a few words: a cancer diagnosis. Larsen’s ensuing battle with colorectal cancer — initially believed to be stage 4, then downgraded to 3.5 — was followed and reported by almost everyone across the outdoor industry (and beyond). The most unfiltered news came from Larsen himself, who penned candid, painfully honest updates on his progress on social media. But, in true polar-expedition style, Larsen relentlessly pushed forward, day by day, week by week. Today, his story isn’t just one of overcoming hardship; it’s a story of values gained. With a few tears and a lot of laughs — Larsen talks recovery, next adventures, “sexing up” the climate crisis (in a good way), and more! The post Polar Explorer Eric Larsen: The Values That Survive appeared first on GearJunkie.

Robert Annis is our return guest on the Outdoor Adventure Series today.  Rob is a Freelance Outdoor Journalist, Travel Writer, and Gear Reviewer. Rob joined us last year on the Outdoor Adventure Series Podcast. We'll share the episode in our show notes. He is joining us today to discuss one of his recent pieces, The Ultimate Guide to All 8 Midwest National Parks, which he wrote for Midwest Living.Link: https://www.midwestliving.com/travel/state-and-national-parks/the-ultimate-guide-to-midwest-national-parks/?fbclid=IwAR268KF5vD52hw3FpLxOKmZtAsvaFIxc1DpFOg58tW5f2Q2T_zOZd6rQtuo.Badlands National Park - SDWind Cave National Park - SDCuyahoga Valley National Park - Northern OHGateway Arch National Park - St. LouisIndiana Dunes National Park - INIsle Royale National Park - Lake SuperiorTheodore Roosevelt National Park - Western NDVoyageurs National Park - Northern MNAdditional ResourcesTo learn more about Rob and read his work, visit his website at https://robertannis.com/ or check out his in-progress adventures at https://www.instagram.com/robannis.Click here to listen to our first podcast episode with Rob.Click here to read Rob's article for Fodor's Travel, The Largest Island on the Largest Lake on the Largest Island on the Largest Lake in the World. Click here to learn about Oru Portable Boats.Click here to learn about the best PackRafts from the folks at Gear Junkie. If a visit to Minnesota is in your future, click here to check out Tettegouche State Park.Click here to learn more about the Outdoor Writers Association of America (OWAA).Next StepsIf you enjoy podcasts devoted to the outdoor adventure space, find us online at https://outdooradventureseries.com. We welcome likes and comments, and if you know someone who is also an outdoor enthusiast, go ahead and share our site with them too.Podcast produced using DescriptPodcast hosted by BuzzsproutShow Notes powered by CastmagicWebsite powered by Podpage

Chris and Shane welcome Craig Levine to talk about gear!

Sasha DiGiulian is no stranger to fear. Sure, tagging first ascents and pushing the limits in rock climbing — not just for women, but all climbers — sounds scary. But that fear is obvious, and it comes in many forms. Fear can also be facing career-ending surgery — choosing between two painful options. Or, it can be the fear of showing your true self on camera and not knowing how the “comment section” will respond. It can also be starting a business, writing an autobiography, or joining the high-profile political fight against climate change. Fear is all these things, and DiGiulian knows each of them. This episode dives into those fears — and her triumphs. It gets into the truth behind signing a pro contract, becoming a Red Bull athlete, and maturing into a leader within the sport and outside of it. Special thanks to Red Bull Summer Edition Juneberry for helping make this episode possible! The post Moving Mountains With Sasha DiGiulian appeared first on GearJunkie.

Presented by Climbers are daring. Endurance athletes are masochists. So it stands to reason that alpinists, as hungry connoisseurs of both danger and pain, would be … different. Andres Marin — longtime athlete for The North Face — literally climbed his way to the U.S. Along the way, he learned what being a sponsored professional athlete really means. He’s put up numerous first ascents, albeit quietly. Unlike many of his contemporaries, Marin has not sought the spotlight. His Instagram conveys less about the danger and extreme environs in which he thrives and more about quiet reflection and personal growth. Still, danger is real. And Marin, a pillar of perhaps the most prolific brand athlete team on the planet, explains how he manages his ambition with very real fear. Plus, if you’ve ever wondered what life is really like for a sponsored athlete for a major brand like The North Face, Marin pulls back the curtain. A prolific ice climber, Marin also explains how he found his way into the fringe sport — and if it will ever be an Olympic event. Find all that and a whole lot more on The GearJunkie Podcast! The post The Secret Life of Alpinists: Andres Marin appeared first on GearJunkie.

"If you're someone who can express yourself, be an expert, gain the trust and be an authentic with an audience, there are unlimited outlets. Media in some ways is more interesting than ever. In other ways, it's harder than ever." Straight out of journalism school, Stephen Regenold turned his passion for outdoor adventure into a newspaper column called GearJunkie. A few years later, in 2006, he launched gearjunkie.com, which built up a large and devoted audience for its expert product reviews, and became an authority on all things travel and adventure for both experts and novices. In 2020, he sold the brand to Lola Digital Media, now AllGear Digital, and became vice president of strategy. Now he identifies other niche websites to acquire and grow. Regenold talks about what audiences and advertisers are looking for, and how to build an engaging content hub today. Following our conversation, we go back to the classroom with the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business where Alec Johnson teaches entrepreneurship. He says Regenold's story speaks to the importance of being focused, disciplined, and networking. "Always focus on content and audience, and work really really hard to understand who that audience is."

When Cesar Millan speaks, you listen. That’s true whether you’re a dog or a person — host Adam Ruggiero learned that from the moment this episode began. From home to the trail, a successful bond with your pup requires understanding. What does your dog need from you? It all comes down to two words: calm surrender. And, as we learn, that’s not just the key to a happier dog — it’s the key to a happier you. Millan broke out as the host of the wildly successful TV series The Dog Whisperer back in 2004. Spanning nine seasons, the show and Millan himself continue to enthrall audiences with tips and insights to create meaningful, harmonious, and mutually beneficial relationships between humans and canines. While this episode will help anyone looking for insights on being a better dog owner, even those without pups will walk away with an extra hop in their step — thanks to the wisdom of “calm surrender.” The post Cesar Millan: Be Your Own ‘Dog Whisperer’ appeared first on GearJunkie.

Natasha Buffo is a native Californian, now residing in South Lake Tahoe, and a new puppy Mom to Poppy, a yellow lab mix. Her education was focused on sociology and mathematical sciences, but as an outdoor adventurer with a love for writing and a passion for mental health, she now spends her days as a freelance writer and instructor for Mental Health First Aid. Natasha's story is truly one of seeking and following your truth. Where you can find Dirt & Tears:- Website: http://dirtandtears.com/- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dirtandtears/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dirtandtears/Mentions from the show:- The John Muir Trail: https://www.pcta.org/discover-the-trail/john-muir-trail/- Toastmasters: https://www.toastmasters.org/- Kirkwood Mountain Resort: https://www.kirkwood.com/- Mental Health First Aid: https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/- Postholing: https://www.rei.com/blog/snowsports/semi-rad-the-joy-of-postholing- GearJunkie: https://gearjunkie.com/- Coalition Snow: https://www.coalitionsnow.com/- Adventure Journal: https://www.adventure-journal.com/- Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival: https://www.banffcentre.ca/banffmountainfestival- Cycle Touring: https://www.myfiveacres.com/cycle-touring/- Heavenly Mountain Resort: https://www.skiheavenly.com/Stay in touch with People, Place, & Purpose on Instagram and stay tuned for a new episode every Monday!

Having your dream career — and life — in the outdoors nearly terminated by a genetic roll of the dice would change anyone’s priorities. And that’s exactly the story of Jay Getzel, now the senior director of sales for Nite Ize. Fortunately, Getzel’s tale is one of triumph and hard choices for the better. Not only do we dive into his emotional reckoning with a congenital heart condition, but we also gain insight into how one builds a life centered around the outdoors in the first place. Plus, how do you recreate without lavish and expensive gear? Is Amazon an on-ramp or a dead end for newcomers to outdoor adventure? And what the heck is going on at Nite Ize — the modern-day Willy Wonka of outdoor gear? The post Jay Getzel: Finding Your Path, Facing Mortality, and Keeping Perspective appeared first on GearJunkie.

Today’s guest is Adam Ruggiero, Editor-in-Chief of GearJunkie. GearJunkie leads the outdoor industry in breaking news and product reviews in the active-lifestyle world. From offices in Denver and Minneapolis, GearJunkie’s journalists, writers, and video producers advance the conversation online and beyond. Millions of monthly readers follow GearJunkie online through multiple channels. Adam has been with the publication since 2015 when he started out as a news reporter. He spearheaded the creation of the GearJunkie podcast in 2018, holds a degree in journalism from the University of Minnesota, and was named Outdoor Media Summit’s "Editor of the Year” for 2022. In this episode, you’ll hear Adam discuss his journey with GearJunkie and its current success, the changing landscape of media as a business, utilizing AI and chatbots in journalism and content creation as a helpful tool, and shaping future generations of media. The Channel Mastery podcast is brought to you by Verde Brand Communications, a consumer-centric brand strategy and communication agency serving the outdoor recreation industry. Your host is Kristin Carpenter, Chief Strategy Officer, Founder and Chair at Verde Brand Communications. Channel Mastery is sponsored by our partner Life Time, Inc., owner of the Sea Otter Classic and producer of the Sea Otter Classic Summit outdoor recreation executive gathering. Discussion points: GearJunkie and its increasing scope and momentum Outdoor media and where it’s headed Relationships, trust, and ethics in the media landscape YouTube and trucks The GearJunkie chatbot article, and the impact of AI Freelance writing, Grammarly, bots, and wabi-sabi Hopes for the future of journalism Resources: GearJunkie Website GearJunkie Podcast GearJunkie’s Chatbot Article Adam Ruggiero LinkedIn Sea Otter Classic Summit, April 2023 Kristin Carpenter on LinkedIn Verde Brand Communications

In a sport of big sends, major milestones, and increasingly difficult challenges, Xavier Abdullahi is all about spreading positive vibes and celebrating simple achievements. Presented by A climbing coach, musician, and the creative genius behind the Instagram persona @daddyxclimbs, Xavier Abdullahi has no shortage of outlets to preach the ups — and laugh at the downs — of the sport he loves. In this episode, we dive into the dos and don’ts of gym climbing, as well as discuss how well the climbing community is welcoming more and different folks into its ranks. Plus, we take a look at what it really feels like to become an influencer overnight — and how to turn your for-fun videos into a brand. The post Xavier Abdullahi: Reel Climbing Talk With @daddyxclimbs appeared first on GearJunkie.

Here’s everything you’ve wanted to know about work life in the outdoor industry! Presented by In just a few short years, Basecamp Outdoors has become a thriving community of industry professionals, passionate adventurers, outdoor-curious individuals, and everybody in between. And a big part of that success has been the drive, energy, and unwavering commitment to the telling-it-like-it-is of its co-founder, Jenna Celmer. Often the face of Basecamp Outdoors’ social media, Celmer has made it her life’s work to not just help folks get a foot in the proverbial door, but to remove the lock, take off the hinges, and create fairer access and transparency to the vaunted outdoor industry. Want to know the biggest mistake employers make today? Curious about how you can make a killer cover letter? And do you realize the power of “no”? Whether you’re exploring what a career in the outdoors might look like, or feeling burnout from the one you have, this is the episode for you! The post Get to ‘No’ Faster: Basecamp Outdoors Co-Founder Jenna Celmer appeared first on GearJunkie.

Episode 358 ~ December 29, 2022 Podcast Info / Topics What did we get for Christmas and are there any plans for the new year? Lake St. Clair Metropark got some upgrades with paddlers in mind and The Clinton River Water Trail is right there. Gear Junkie has compiled it list of the top packrafts […]

Episode 358 ~ December 29, 2022 Podcast Info / Topics What did we get for Christmas and are there any plans for the new year? Lake St. Clair Metropark got some upgrades with paddlers in mind and The Clinton River Water Trail is right there. Gear Junkie has compiled it list of the top packrafts […]

Steve Tidball helped launch a brand that completely reshapes how people think about the gear they wear, and where it can take them. Presented by If you had to dress to survive on Mars, what would you wear? What about the impending zombie apocalypse — what attire makes the most sense, functionally speaking? It’s questions like this that drive twin brothers Steve and Nick Tidball, founders of Vollebak. If you’ve been under a rock, Vollebak has been the focus of several GearJunkie stories — from an indestructible puffy to a solar-powered glow-in-the-dark rain shell to the potential breakthrough precursor to an honest-to-goodness invisibility cloak. It takes a wild backstory and unorthodox mind to devise such gear — and Steve Tidball did not disappoint. Learn where Vollebak came from and where it — and we — might be going with this “gear from the future.” The post Vollebak Co-Founder Steve Tidball: The Most Extraordinary Gear on Earth appeared first on GearJunkie.

Hop into Leadville Ski Country to rent gear, and you’re likely to run into one of the most interesting shopkeeps you’ll meet. Presented by Get Rad anxiety: This real, if also made up, condition perfectly explains the mind and machinations of Paul Mumford. Better known to friends and strangers alike by just his surname, Mumford runs Leadville Ski Country in Colorado’s eponymous high-altitude township. But while you’re certain to make his acquaintance when gearing up during ski season, you’d be hard-pressed to track him down any other time of year. You see, Mumford is something of a wild man — he races in just about every form of locomotion imaginable. Ski mountaineering? Check. Mountain bike racing? Check. The 6-Day Baja Rally on a motorcycle? Check. Heck, he’s even raced in the world’s largest alleycat bicycle race, Stupor Bowl — it’s all because he has “get rad anxiety.” And it drives him to extremes beyond just racing. Mumford has even spent seasons working in mining — a job he’ll tell you was among his favorites. Needless to say, sit down with Mumford for a conversation, and you’re in for a wild ride. The post Paul Mumford: Leadville’s Resident Wildman appeared first on GearJunkie.

Welcome to episode 357 of the Outdoor Biz Podcast and my conversation with Adam Ruggiero from Gear Junkie. We wander all over the place . . . from how he got connected with Gear Junkie to the piece of gear he feels we haven't quite gotten dialed in yet. Brought to you this month by The Running Event. Facebook Twitter Instagram   The Outdoor Biz Podcast   Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!

Spencer Wayman was guest #2 live from West End Sports Grill! We had a great time going through his involvement within the game, from his youth days in Craig through his time in college where he had to make more of an effort to stay involved. We find the different reasons he continues to love the game, and what drives him to stay involved. Enjoy! beautyunis.com thegardensicehouse.com

The wild man of thru-hiking has now become the wild(er) man of long-distance bikepacking. Presented by Tom Gathman blew the doors off the GearJunkie podcast back in 2020. Boundless energy, infinite ’80s movie references — obviously, we had to have him back on at some point. But in the last 2 years, Gathman has made some major moves. In fact, the Hiking Viking managed a complete professional makeover (no, not the beard; he still has the beard). Once an icon of thru-hiking, Gathman recently hopped in the saddle and became the Hiking Viking, Now Liking Biking. This year, he completed a 5,000-mile trek south to north, then south again, along the Great Divide. Gathman sits down to describe how he went from walking to wheels, how he stays so muscley on trail, and what wild ideas he’s cooking up for the year to come.

Mercedes and Andy Lilienthal are back, two of our favorite guests and they give use preview of the Summer Alcan 5000 Rally they'll be running durning late August/September.  Andy Lilienthal (Driver) is a die-hard gearhead. He's written about cars professionally since 1999 and has worked in the automotive aftermarket for 16 years, mostly at Warn Industries, the leader in vehicle recovery winches. Andy is an advanced off-road driver, teaches vehicle recovery classes, and writes about outdoor, off-road, and automotive topics for outlets like TREAD Magazine, Petersen's 4Wheel & Off-Road, Gear Junkie, The Truth About Cars, and more. He's also appeared in the New York Times, APM Marketplace, and other publications. In addition, Andy piloted the 5,120-mile 2020 winter Alcan 5000 Rally in the couple's 1991 right-hand-drive diesel Pajero 4x4, has competed in Pacific Northwest time-speed-distance rallies as well as autocross races, and even did the Gambler 500. When not competing or writing, Andy works on his 4x4s and daily driver subcompact. When not wrenching, he and his wife, Mercedes, can be found exploring off-road trails across the world. Mercedes Lilienthal (navigator) is the Editor-At-Large of TREAD Magazine and contributor to The New York Times, Car and Driver, Forbes Wheels, Autoblog, and several other automotive outlets, Mercedes creates award-winning content involving vehicular adventure travel, the automotive industry, and women within it. In addition to auto journalism, Mercedes offers PR/marketing services to a variety of automotive-related clients. Aside from her work, she's competed in several rallies, like the 2018 and 2021 Rebelle Rally. In '21, Mercedes partnered with Volkswagen of America to drive the newly released all-electric AWD ID.4. Her team made history as the first EV crossover to complete it. She covered the event solely as media in 2019/2020, too. Mercedes also partnered with Andy as his navigator for the 2020 Alcan 5000 Rally. They were the tribute 4x4 to legendary racer Rod Hall, placing 2nd in the Historical Class and achieving Finisher/Arctic awards, as well as the coveted Go Farther award. Andy and Mercedes are partnering with Subaru of America with an Outback Wilderness for this year's summer Alcan 5000 Rally. This Outback Wilderness will be slightly customized to enhance its already capable OEM AWD "softroading" platform. 5,000+ miles, 10 days, 30% or so gravel/dirt. This year's Alcan 5000 Rally will take competitors from Washington state through Canada's most remote surroundings. This includes Quesnel, Telegraph Creek, Whitehorse, Dawson City, Skagway, Yellowknife, with a finish in Jasper, Alberta. The Alcan 5000 Rally is in August/early Sept.  They have competed in the winter Alcan 5000 Rally in Feb./March of 2020 with our Mitsubishi Pajero right-hand-drive diesel, in temps to -43 and beyond. A wide array of other customized 4x4s also competed in winter 2020, with lots of challenges for all competitors. Andy and Mercedes have had a long-standing relationship with Subaru as well as Subaru Motorsports, covering the Oregon Trail Rally races (on the ground and once even via their helicopter photographing Travis Pastrana and David Higgins as they rallies the event), reviewing their vehicles for various publications, and owning a few Subarus ourselves (we actually picked up a 2022 Crosstrek w/ manual transmission). This Subie will complement three customized RHD Mitsubishi turbo-diesel 4x4s we own (or primary project vehicles), as well as a subcompact car.   Please Rate, review and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite listening platform. Comments, Questions, complaints; email us at autoofftopic@gmail.com "Z/28" by Z/28 is our title music. Listen to Z/28 at https://nobodyridesforfree.bandcamp.com/album/z28 and like them on FB at https://www.facebook.com/nobodyridesforfree Keep your cars analog and Aim for the Roses!  

Living the dream life with the dream job is no easy task. You might think Chris Burkard is a renowned documentary filmmaker, decorated adventure photographer, and published author. And you would not be wrong. But the 36-year-old man behind the camera is really an acrobat. That is, he’s a great balancer of responsibilities — an agile exploiter of opportunity and a seemingly effortless expert at the game of life. You can’t throw a pebble in the outdoor industry without hitting some of Burkard’s work. He’s traveled to all ends of the globe, from sand dunes to glaciers, from mountaintops to ocean swells. His work has appeared in National Geographic, The New Yorker, and countless outdoor brand videos, photo essays, and documentaries. But he’s also a loving father and husband. And in this episode of the GearJunkie podcast, Burkard acknowledges that his is a dream life, but also one that not many folks are truly cut out for. We discuss his work, his path to success, his challenges and, most importantly, his keys to making all of it come together in a great balance.