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Highline Thermal Legging Product Deep Dive

Tayson Whittaker: Hey, everybody. Welcome back to the Live Ultralight Podcast, powered by Outdoor Vitals. Today in this podcast episode, we have...

Skyline 30 Fastpack Product Deep Dive

Learn more details about the Skyline 30 Fastpack & its development with OV Founder Tayson Whittaker & Product Design Director Brigham Crane.

Exploring the Link Between Restful Nights and Trail Success

Whether you’re a trail runner preparing for an ultra or a hiker getting ready to tackle one leg of the coveted Triple Crown, your goal is to perfor...

High-Performance Nutrition: Mike McKnight (The Low-Carb Runner)

Find out what it takes to get your nutrients as a high-performance athlete. Join Tayson as he chats with Mike Mcknight in a new podcast episode!

Trail Nutrition Secrets: Expert Tips from Backcountry Foodie

Tayson & Aaron Owens from Backcountry Foodie talk trail nutrition & how to actually LIKE what you eat for extended periods on trail. Aaron ...

From Concept to Creation: Skyline Trail Shorts Product Deep Dive

Learn more about the design, features, & unique abilities of the Skyline Trail Shorts with lead designer Brigham Crane & Outdoor Vitals fou...

Balancing Words & Wanderlust: Sam Schild as an Outdoor Writer, Bikepacker, Thru Hiker, & Trail Runner

Sam Schild is a seasoned adventurer and storyteller whose passion for exploration has taken him to incredible places. After earning an MFA in creat...

Base Layers & Sun Hoodies: Synthetic vs. Wool

Base layers are the foundation of a performance-oriented layering system. The primary purpose of a base layer is to move moisture off and away from...

Hiking 20+ Miles Per Day WITHOUT Getting Worn Out

Whether you're a thru-hiker, weekend warrior, or casual backpacker - these tips will help you increase your trail mileage safely so you can enjoy m...

Hiking Pain Free & Unlocking Your Physical Potential: Chase Mountains Interview

Tayson Whittaker: All right, Chase. I'm super excited to have you on the podcast today. How are you doing? Chase Mountains: Yeah. Thanks for i...

Missing Hikers, AT Cults, & The Thru Hiker Diet With Kyle O'Grady

Kyle O’Grady is a popular YouTube personality and outdoors enthusiast who has gained a large following for his humorous takes on hiking and camping...

Aurelien Sanchez Interview: Barkley Marathons Finisher 2023

Aurélien Sanchez is a French runner and backpacker who has taken the running world by storm with his impressive achievements. Just a few months ago...