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Live Ultralight Podcast

A practical podcast for backpackers who want to go lighter, move better, and build more confidence in the backcountry.

2014Outdoor Vitals founded
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200+podcast episodes
Tayson Whittaker outdoors

Latest Live Ultralight episodes

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EP 206: 3 Days in Coyote Gulch + Footwear Experiment

EP 206: 3 Days in Coyote Gulch + Footwear Experiment

Are you planning a bucket-list trip to Coyote Gulch, Utah? In this episode, the team breaks down everything you need to know for a successful backpacking adventure in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. We dive deep into the ultimate footwear debate: Can you really backpack 25+ miles in sandal...

Ask OV 11: Backpacking Gear Questions - Filters, Frames & Comfort Camping

Ask OV 11: Backpacking Gear Questions - Filters, Frames & Comfort Camping

What's the difference between a backpacking water filter and a purifier? Why do we keep coming back to the Platypus QuickDraw? And how do you make shorter backpacking trips more comfortable without overpacking? In this Ask OV episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, we answer listener questions about...

EP 204: Ask OV 10 - Why Go Ultralight (Even WITHOUT Big Miles On Trail)

EP 204: Ask OV 10 - Why Go Ultralight (Even WITHOUT Big Miles On Trail)

In this session of "Ask OV", Tayson and Brigham share some insider info that you aren't going to want to miss! Have questions for us? Send us a voice message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/LiveUltraLight Or write in to support@outdoorvitals.com ! Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast)...

EP 203 - The Difference Shoes ACTUALLY Make On The Trail

EP 203 - The Difference Shoes ACTUALLY Make On The Trail

Join Tayson & Tyler as they go into the difference switching from one trail shoe to another can ACTUALLY make... Have questions for us? Send us a voice message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/LiveUltraLight Or write in to support@outdoorvitals.com ! Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Po...

EP 202 - How To Know If You're Ready For a 20 Mile Day

EP 202 - How To Know If You're Ready For a 20 Mile Day

Join Tayson & Tyler as they go into how to know if you're ready to hike 20 miles in a day, & what all the resources are that will help you get there. OV 100 Mile Challenge 2026 Registration: https://bit.ly/4rv0EFw Have questions for us? Send us a voice message on Speakpipe: https://www.speak...

EP 201 - Cirq Trekking Pole Tent: Product Deep Dive

EP 201 - Cirq Trekking Pole Tent: Product Deep Dive

Join Tayson & Brigham for an in-depth look at the features, function, & design of the new Cirq Trekking Pole Tent. This 1p tent is more spacious, more ventilated, & easier to pitch. Watch this episode to learn why! Cirq Trekking Pole Tent (launching Mar 23, 2026) Have questions for us? S...

EP 200 - Carbon Evo 50 Backpack Product Deep Dive

EP 200 - Carbon Evo 50 Backpack Product Deep Dive

Join Tayson & Brigham for an in-depth look at the features, function, & design of the Carbon Evo 50 Backpack. This is one of our lightest and most comfortable backpacks! Carbon Evo 50 Backpack (launching Feb 23, 2026): https://bit.ly/4aSHdkN Have questions for us? Send us a voice message on ...

EP 199: Zulu Down Jacket - Product Deep Dive

EP 199: Zulu Down Jacket - Product Deep Dive

Join Tayson & Brigham for an in-depth look at the features, function, & design of the Zulu Down jacket. This is our LIGHTEST down jacket yet... Zulu Down Jacket: https://bit.ly/4baLPn6 Have questions for us? Send us a voice message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/LiveUltraLight Or wr...

EP 198: Ask OV 9 - Ultralight For Performance, Not To Chase A Number...

EP 198: Ask OV 9 - Ultralight For Performance, Not To Chase A Number...

In this session of "Ask OV", Tayson and Brigham share some insider info that you aren't going to want to miss! Have questions for us? Send us a voice message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/LiveUltraLight Or write in to support@outdoorvitals.com ! Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast)...

EP 197: Ask OV 8 - Insider Edition: What's Stocking Out & What's HOT

EP 197: Ask OV 8 - Insider Edition: What's Stocking Out & What's HOT

In this session of "Ask OV", Tayson and Brigham share some insider info that you aren't going to want to miss! Have questions for us? Send us a voice message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/LiveUltraLight Or write in to support@outdoorvitals.com ! Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast)...

What the podcast covers

Product deep dives

Detailed conversations about design decisions, tradeoffs, materials, and field use.

Backpacking skills

Education for building a lighter, more capable, more comfortable system.

Fastpacking & high-mileage systems

How to cover more ground while staying prepared for mountain conditions.