Live Ultralight Podcast | Backpacking, Travel, and Adventure

In this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson and Brigham introduce Special Projects, a new Outdoor Vitals program created to design gear for narrow, high-stakes problems in small batches instead of chasing broad appeal. They cover the goals of the program, its origins and the first Special Projects' release: The Resolve Down Anorak. Topics we cover: 1. What is the goal of Outdoor Vitals' new "Special Projects" program? 2. Who is the Resolve Down Anorak meant for? 3. Dual zippers versus single zippers for heat retention. 4. When will the Resolve Down Anorak be released? (Window) Chapters: 00:00 - Introducing Special Projects 07:54 - Origin of the Resolve Down Anorak 13:39 - Box Baffle Sleeping Bag Construction 17:08 - Why Develop an Anorak? 28:20 - Heavy-Duty Hardware & Zipper Details 31:10 - Kangaroo Pocket & Internal Drop Storage 32:25 - Hood Baffling & Body Coverage 38:56 - Down Specs and Treatment 40:46 - Fabrics 42:24 - Total Weight, Packability, & Warmth-to-Weight 46:38 - Field Testing in 70 MPH Winds 49:36 - Ideal Temperature & Weather Conditions 54:57 - Colors, Sizing, & Pre-Sale Details Click here to sign up to get notified when the Resolve Down Anorak launches: https://bit.ly/4xKIeUq How to Submit Questions Have questions for us? Send us a voice message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/LiveUltraLight Or write in to [email protected]! Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi

Every year we have the privilege of hosting the OV 100 Mile Challenge, a DIY challenge helping participants to get out and backpack 100 miles in one summer. Our team participates as well. This year, we did around 110 miles starting at Tennessee Pass on the Colorado Trail and ending at Buffalo Creek. What we cover in this episode: - An introduction to our new Design Assistant, Lucy - A day by day account of what to expect on sections 4-8 (and some of 3) of the Colorado Trail - Trail conditions on the Colorado Trail between Tennessee Pass and Breckenridge - Highway noise on the Colorado Trail - Footwear on the trail - Best practices for blister and foot care on the trail - How to optimize food space in your pack - Pacing for a 100-mile thru-hike - Headache prevention at over 10,000 feet Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction to the 100-Mile Challenge 01:12 - Introducing Lucy 04:37 - Route Pivot Due to Fire 08:11 - Day 1 - Warning Signs (Early Injuries) 24:00 - Day 2 - The Mental Low Point and Highway Underpass Dinners 38:47 - Day 3 - Chasing Water Seeps and Shelter from the Storm 53:38 - Day 4 - Trail Magic, Soda Craves, and Hot Sagebrush Clearings 01:01:39 - Day 5 - Home Stretch 01:06:12 - Final Reflections and Takeaways How to Submit Questions Have questions for us? Send us a voice message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/LiveUltraLight Or write in to [email protected]! Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi

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 [email protected]! Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi #outdoorvitals #entrepreneur #backpacking #backpackinggear

In this session of "Ask OV", Tayson and Brigham talk about our BRAND NEW Vantage Alpine Down Jacket & compare it to other jackets. Get answers on how to look at jacket warmth levels in general, what backpack capacity you really need, & more. Listen to find out more! Have questions for us? Send us a voice message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/LiveUltraLight Or write in to [email protected]! Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi #outdoorvitals #entrepreneur #backpacking #backpackinggear

Our lead product designer and our founder discuss the design of our latest backpack & all the unique features, functions, & upgrades it come with! Shadowlight Carbon 60 Backpack: https://bit.ly/4p8zLal Have questions for us? Send us a voice message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/LiveUltraLight Or write in to [email protected]! Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi #outdoorvitals #entrepreneur #backpacking #backpackinggear

SPOILER: Not all who started with us on the trip finished... This year we hiked our 2nd section of the Colorado Trail covering about 140 miles and climbing over 22,000 feet in elevation over 6 days. To top it off, we brought a new face that had NEVER backpacked any distance like this before... Find out what happened & what lessons we learned along the way! Have questions for us? Send us a voice message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/LiveUltraLight Or write in to [email protected]! Great Backpacking Gear (Support the Podcast): https://bit.ly/3PswpQi #outdoorvitals #entrepreneur #backpacking #backpackinggear

Join Tayson & Brigham as they share all kinds of insights about the design, features, & function of the Pursuit Hybrid Fleece. Pursuit Hybrid Fleece: https://bit.ly/4mDr5H8 Have questions for us? Write them in to [email protected]! #outdoorvitals #OV100

In this episode of "Ask OV", Tayson and Brigham talk about their up and coming 135 mile hike on the Colorado Trail for the OV100 Mile Challenge and field questions from followers about shoes, socks and clothes to sleep in! Join us for actionable, field tested feedback on how to stay comfortable on your feet for 100 miles! Have questions for us? Write them in to [email protected]! #outdoorvitals #OV100