Live Ultralight Podcast | Backpacking, Travel, and Adventure

Tyler Condie is the Vice President of Operations at the Ultralight Backpacking Gear Company, Outdoor Vitals. Previously he worked as the founder of Rugged Materials and in various sales positions in companies large and small. Growing up in southern Utah, Tyler fell in love with the outdoors at a young age and is an avid hiker, backpacker, runner, and dirt bike rider. Tyler's Instagram: https://www...

Jesse Manntai is a backpacking YouTuber and GDT Thru-Hiker. Jesse's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/backcountryforward Great Outdoor Vitals Gear: https://bit.ly/33vLrhW Backpacks: KOTAUL TRAVEL AND ADVENTURE BACKPACK: https://bit.ly/3Cm12MZ SHADOWLIGHT ULTRALIGHT BACKPACK: https://bit.ly/3DmkURh Shelters: DOMINION 1P ULTRALIGHT BACKPACKING TENT: https://bit.ly/3DkdyOp ULTRALIGHT DOMINION...

On this episode of the podcast, Joe sits down, once again, with Brigham (lead designer at Outdoor Vitals) to get into the nitty-gritty of exactly what is used to make your backpacking gear. The topics of this episode specifically dive into the categories of fabrics that go into things like backpacks, tents, sleeping bags, and clothing. You'll learn all about weaves, knits, and non-woven fabrics an...

John Kelley is a backpacking YouTuber and Podcaster based in Kentucky. John Kelley's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JKisHiking John's Podcast (The Backpacking Podcast): https://anchor.fm/backpackingpodcast Great Outdoor Vitals Gear: https://bit.ly/33vLrhW Backpacks: KOTAUL TRAVEL AND ADVENTURE BACKPACK: https://bit.ly/3Cm12MZ SHADOWLIGHT ULTRALIGHT BACKPACK: https://bit.ly/3DmkURh Shel...

In this episode of the podcast, Joe sits down with Tayson and Brigham to welcome their years of backpacking experience in delving into a detailed discussion about altitude sickness and how best to avoid it. Great Outdoor Vitals Gear: https://bit.ly/33vLrhW   Backpacks: KOTAUL TRAVEL AND ADVENTURE BACKPACK: https://bit.ly/3Cm12MZ SHADOWLIGHT ULTRALIGHT BACKPACK: https://bit.ly/3DmkURh   Shelters: D...

On this episode of the podcast, Joe sits down with Brigham (lead designer at Outdoor Vitals) to get into the nitty-gritty of exactly what is used to make your backpacking gear. The topics of this episode specifically dive into specific textile properties: fibers, yarns, and how those affect the fabrics that go into things like backpacks, tents, sleeping bags, and clothing. You'll learn all about m...

In this episode of the podcast, Tayson, Joe, Derek, Tyler, and Brigham discuss their recent trip up to the Deer Hollow Recreation Area near Cedar City, UT. There they went skiing and attempted to stay overnight. Let's just say that some had a better trip than others... OV's New Foam Pads: https://bit.ly/3gdnkIb *** Great Outdoor Vitals Gear: https://bit.ly/33vLrhW Backpacks: KOTAUL TRAVEL AND ADVE...

In this podcast, Tayson sits down with Outdoor Vitals Content Creator, Joseph DeGolyer, to discuss backpacking food and how Tayson has changed his mind about how to pack for his future trips. It used to be all about calories per ounce, but ever since he got sick on the fastpacking trip on the Skyline Trail, Tayson has been singing a different tune. Now it's all about variety, nutrition, and, most...

In this podcast, Tayson sits down with Outdoor Vitals Content Creator, Joseph DeGolyer, to discuss Tayson's recent trip up near Brian Head, UT where he survived fridged temperatures and high speed, bone-chilling winds. Joe and Tayson go in-depth on the process of winter camping, hot tenting, and further delve into last week's topic about manufacturing in the outdoor space. We hope you enjoy this e...

In this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson, Tyler, and Brigham sit down to talk about everything that happened in Outdoor Vitals during the year 2021 and what they are looking forward to going into 2022. In addition, the OV team delves into what's happening in the outdoor industry right now, and how that could affect backpackers everywhere. Last, the team answers a question left last w...

In this podcast, Tayson, Tyler, and Brigham of Outdoor Vitals discuss two electronic items that they always bring with them on their backpacking adventures. Both of these items (the Garmin inReach Mini and the Garmin Instinct Solar) will be available to Live Ultralight Members: https://bit.ly/3cdoUHZ Great Outdoor Vitals Gear: Backpacks: KOTAUL TRAVEL AND ADVENTURE BACKPACK: https://bit.ly/3Cm12MZ...

In this Episode, The Outdoor Vitals team is talking all about the coolest items for backpackers this holiday season. Whether you have gifts you need to buy, or you're a backpacker, just wondering what new gadgets and equipment backpackers are going crazy for. This episode is brought to you by the Outdoor Vitals Membership: https://bit.ly/3cdoUHZ And, if you're interested, check out other great Out...

In this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson talks with Komperdell CEO, Thomas Roiser, about their trekking poles. Komperdell Poles are now available to Live Ultralight Members, so be sure to check out our site for more information: https://bit.ly/3cdoUHZ Want some great backpacking gear? Check the links below: Backpacks: KOTAUL TRAVEL AND ADVENTURE BACKPACK: https://bit.ly/3Cm12MZ SHADO...

In this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson talks with thru-hiker Traci (AKA The Reluctant Hiker) about her journey on the Appalachian Trail. If you would like to pick up your own shadowlight pack, click here: https://bit.ly/3wIzr7H Check out Traci's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjGW87doU9H8XxouyOB1iXw/featured Check out Traci's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/...

In this episode, Tayson and Brigham talk in-depth about the new line of ultralight puffy jackets from Outdoor vitals, build for any backpacking adventure you can throw at them! To order, check out the link: https://bit.ly/3k9TRkN

In this episode, Tayson and Brigham sit down to discuss the changes happening in the retail products available in the Outdoor Vitals store and how they'll affect Live Ultralight members. Get high quality lightweight backpacking gear here: https://outdoorvitals.com/

In this episode, OV's owner, Tayson, and lead designer, Brigham, get into the nitty-gritty of what makes the KotaUL such a unique and amazing backpack for both travel and backpacking.  If you would like to get this amazing pack before everyone else, check it out on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/outdoorvitals/kotaul-ultralight-travel-and-adventure-backpack  

On this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson interviews Dan Becker, a backpacker with a popular Youtube channel. You can check out his youtube content here: https://www.youtube.com/c/DanBecker And, if you want some good backpacking gear, you can check out the stuff we make by going here: https://outdoorvitals.com/ Enjoy the show!

In this episode, we finish our discussion about the final stage of our 2021 Hardline Challenge, and our attempt to thru-hike The Uinta Highline Trail!   If you want to find out more about the whole challenge, here's a great video series on The Hardline Challenge:   https://outdoorvitals.com/pages/hardline-challenge-2021

In this episode, we're talking about the final stage of our 2021 Hardline Challenge, and our attempt to thru-hike The Uinta Highline Trail!   If you want to find out more about the whole challenge, here's a great video series on The Hardline Challenge:   https://outdoorvitals.com/pages/hardline-challenge-2021

In this episode, we're back in the studio to finish our discussion about our recent Beaver trip. Part of "The Hardline Challenge".   If you want to find out more, here's a great video series on The Hardline Challenge:   https://outdoorvitals.com/pages/hardline-challenge-2021

In this episode, we're back in the studio to talk more about the Beaver trip as part of "The Hardline Challenge". Part 3 is incoming, and if you want to find out more, here's a great video series on The Hardline Challenge: https://outdoorvitals.com/pages/hardline-challenge-2021

In this episode, we take you on the trail with us to talk about our first overnight fastpacking trip as part of "The Hardline Challenge". Parts 2 and 3 are incoming, and if you want to find out more, here's a great video series on The Hardline Challenge: https://outdoorvitals.com/pages/hardline-challenge-2021 The new episode about the Beaver fastpacking trip will be out Friday!

Join Tayson and Brigham as they delve into the design process of Outdoor Vital's new LoftTek™ Hybrid Booties. Want to pick up a pair? Click the link below: https://outdoorvitals.com/collections/apparel/products/lt-hybrid-booties

Join Tayson, Tyler, & Derek to learn about what Ultralight Adventure Travel actually is, and how to enjoy your trips more! Preview the KotaUL Adventure & Travel Backpack here: https://tribe.outdoorvitals.com/kotaulpreview