Backpacking Light Podcast

What gear do you actually need to hike out safely through a winter blizzard at night, in s... more

Ryan walks through a structured, six-question framework for deciding whether to stay put o... more

In this Field Notes episode, Ryan breaks down ultralight repair kits using a simple framew... more

In this episode, Ryan introduces the Plan-Focus-Trust framework - a simple but powerful ap... more

In this episode, we introduce the Risk Control Continuum - a practical, evidence-based fra... more

What is the difference in layering strategy from summertime to the fall-winter transition?... more

In the Field Notes episode, we explore why bushwhacking miles aren't just harder but metab... more

Backcountry sleep is fragile, and when it breaks down, recovery, judgment, and safety are ... more

In this episode, Ryan Jordan examines why traditional cathole practices often fail in alpi... more

Today's episode of the Backpacking Light Podcast is sponsored by Vaer Watches. A Vaer watc... more

In this episode, we discuss how to design scalable, evidence-informed first aid kits for b... more

In this episode, Ryan shares his approach to bivy sack camping above treeline using a wate... more

In this Field Notes episode, Ryan Jordan explores what happens when wilderness minimalism ... more

What does it really cost your body to carry a backpack in the backcountry? In this episode... more

In this Field Notes episode, Ryan Jordan explores the science of shelter fabrics - from st... more

In this Field Notes (shorts) episode, host Ryan Jordan challenges a widely held ultralight... more

Many hikers dream of completing a long thru-hike, but face physical, mental, and logistica... more

In this episode of the Backpacking Light Podcast, host Ryan Jordan speaks with Black Diamo... more

Learn how to fastpack smarter and lighter - Ryan Jordan breaks down the "Five F's of Fastp... more

Today's episode of the Backpacking Light Podcast is sponsored by Outdoor Vitals StormLoft ... more