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EP 211 - Ask OV 14: Keeping an Ultralight Mindset in Hunting and Family Trips (opens the original)
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What crossover does ultralight backpacking have with backcountry hunting? In this episode of Ask OV, we cover the crossover and how to use it; wisdom learned from the tradeoffs; and how to maintain your mind while you're on trail. Things we cover in this episode: - What weight threshold requires a heavy-duty hunting pack over an ultralight pack? - How do you reduce backpack weight when carrying gear for family or kids? - Can you use an ultralight backpacking tent for late-season backcountry hunt
EP 210 - 100+ Miles on the Colorado Trail: Tennessee Pass to Buffalo Creek (opens the original)
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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
EP 209: Ask OV 13 - Winter Filters, Dry Stretches, and Real Talk on Calories (opens the original)
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In this episode of Ask OV we dive into fan questions; discussing water filters in the winter, navigating dry stretches, calorie demands on trail, and more. Things we cover in this episode: How do you keep a backpacking water filter from freezing in winter? Can I use a water filter in the winter? How do backpackers get water in the winter without a filter? Are springs on topographic/trail maps reliable? What do dotted or dashed blue lines mean on a map? How many calories do I need per day for bac
EP 208 - Ask OV 12: Planning Around Fires & Maintaining Health On-Trail (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, the team addresses common challenges backpackers face on extended trips, including managing caloric intake, improving backcountry sleep, and troubleshooting equipment failures. Drawing from recent field experience, this discussion provides practical strategies for solving real-world problems before they disrupt your next trip. Key Topics Covered: Colorado Trail Planning Update: Details on how the upcoming OV 100 route is being adjusted due to the W
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