Trail Theory

Trail Goods Co. wanted our thoughts. The boys wanted a hot meal. We met in the middle—with boiling water, hungry stomachs, and honest reactions. On the table: Loco Moco Brunch Skillet, Creamy Spicy Chicken Pasta, Stir Fried Pork Noodles, and Chicken Chile Verde with Rice. Did we find trail gold or just rehydrated hope? The boys are fed. The takes are fresh. Watch this episode and others on our  ⁠...

There’s good gear—and then there’s the mythical stuff that lives only in our imaginations. The boys brainstorm gear they wish they could add to their kit. Watch this episode and others on our  ⁠ YouTube Channel ⁠ Don't forget to follow us on  ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing  Products we use in studio  Ac...

It's time to build the metaphorical bonfire again. The boys are hot off the trail and ready to catch up on all things wild. Watch this episode and others on our  ⁠ YouTube Channel ⁠ Don't forget to follow us on  ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing  Products we use in studio  Acoustiwood planks and custom...

The boys hit the trail for another raw, unfiltered episode—recorded while backpacking through Jefferson National Forest, along the Appalachian Trail, and into the epic Grayson Highlands. Wild ponies, and real moments from the backcountry. No studio, just nature. Follow for more trail-side content and drop a comment if you’ve hiked this area! Watch this episode and others on our  ⁠ YouTube Channel...

Whoa, there! Wicked winds, beautiful boulders, and gangs of ponies made Mount Rogers recreation area of Virginia the perfect spot for spring backpacking. The boys tell their tales of this trail from the backcountry Watch this episode and others on our  ⁠ YouTube Channel ⁠ Don't forget to follow us on  ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Managemen...

The end of a backpacking trip can be bittersweet. The boys talk about their traditions and how they handle being out of the woods and back to real life. Watch this episode andothers on our  ⁠ YouTube Channel ⁠ Don't forget to followus on  ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠ ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing Products we use in studio Acoustiwo...

The boys play a classic game with some practical questions and dive into the absurd that brings them close to tears. Watch this episode and others on our  ⁠ YouTube Channel ⁠ Don't forget to follow us on  ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing  Products we use in studio  Acoustiwood planks and custom Acoustiwoo...

Car camping is the perfect alternative when you can’t hit the trail and a great way to get some outdoor healing. The boys leave the tents behind and cram into the camper for a weekend filled with food, fire, and friendship. Watch this episode and others on our  ⁠ YouTube Channel ⁠ Don't forget to follow us on  ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound...

The boys dive into the latest outdoor news and articles from around the web in our 6th Found Articles episode. We discuss the decline in thru-hikers on the Appalachian Trail, a daring rescue during a white-out on Mt. Washington, and the incredible feat of Deanna Doane breaking the Fastest Known Time (FKT) for the Florida Trail. Plus, we explore other trending topics in backpacking, camping, and th...

Have you ever overpacked underwear or selected the wrong place to setup camp? The boys share their own foolish mishaps and offer tips to help you avoid silly blunders on your own trips to the backcountry. Watch this episode and others on our  ⁠ YouTube Channel ⁠ Don't forget to follow us on  ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Management Systems...

Would you have what it takes to crush your friends in backpacking trivia? The boys test their backpacking knowledge in this Jeopardy!-style trivia showdown that proves to be harder than advertised. Watch this episode and others on our  ⁠ YouTube Channel ⁠ Don't forget to follow us on  ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Management Systems & S...

Ever had a moment on the trail that sent chills down your spine? The boys swap stories of strange encounters, unexplained sounds, and the kind of backcountry moments that make you question what’s really out there. Watch this episode and others on our  ⁠ YouTube Channel ⁠ Don't forget to follow us on  ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Management...

We rip the chord and yap about a whole lot on this free wheelin', subject-less chat as if we were huddled around a bonfire for the night. The boys jump from this to that and may have written the next major mid-west emo hit song. Watch this episode and other on our  ⁠YouTube Channel⁠ Don't forget to follow us on  ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Mana...

If you found a sack full of money to outfit your kit with whatever you wanted, what would you get? The boys play with Monopoly money and try to break the bank. Watch this episode and other on our  ⁠ YouTube Channel ⁠ Don't forget to follow us on  ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Check out the boy's Lighter Packs Brian's Lighter Pack Alex's Lighter Pack Austin's Lighter Pack Pfe...

Our friends from ReadyWise Outdoor have some brand new snacks hitting the market and have asked us for our thoughts and opinions. The boys are starving and ready to tackle their brand new Pro Adventure Meals. Don't forget to follow us on   ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠  ⁠⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Try these ReadyWise Outdoor meals HERE Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofin...

Within the hiking community is the only place you might hear someone say "Hey Thunderboot, make sure you camel up after filling your cathole!". The boys discuss nicknames and lingo and even come up with some names for each other. Don't forget to follow us on   ⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠  ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing  Products we use i...

Austin needs a new shelter and has asked his co-hosts bring their top picks, and the goal is simple: choose the winner before the episode ends. The boys pitch their favorite tents during this informative episode. Don't forget to follow us on   ⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠  ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing  Products we use in studio  Acousti...

We make our way back over to All Trails to see what long trails people are digging in America. The boys are all over the map, from nostalgic to inspired, on this chart topping episode. Don't forget to follow us on   ⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠  ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Trail Theory Top 10 20+ Mile Backpacking Trails  ranked by most popular, no repeat parks/regions  Mount Whitney via Mount Whitney Tra...

After a few Articles episodes of some polite steamrolling co-host Alex, the decision was made to hand the hour over to him. The boys sit back and let their friend cook up a classic newsworthy episode. Don't forget to follow us on   ⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠  ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing  Products we use in studio  Acoustiwood planks...

On this special Halloween Edition of Trail Theory, the history of Sasquatch and origins of other North American creatures are put on trial. The boys get to the bottom of this hard hitting question: is Bigfoot real? Don't forget to follow us on   ⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠  ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing  Products we use in studio  Acous...

Night terrors, inflatable pads, and the power of R-value—everything you need to sleep soundly on the trail. The boys have you covered if you toss and turn or crave that perfect comfort. Don't forget to follow us on ⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠ ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing Products we use in studio Acoustiwood planks and custom Acoustiwoo...

9 kids, 7 adults and 1 million bugs. The boys bring their families to beautiful southwest Pennsylvania for an unforgettable weekend. Don't forget to follow us on   ⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠  ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing  Products we use in studio  Acoustiwood planks and custom Acoustiwood pegboard panels   ⁠⁠Audio-Technica⁠ ⁠ - Affil...

Nothing is more satisfying than a bag of hot food after a long day on the trail. The boys are back in the camp kitchen, ready to see what is worthy of coming along for the journey. Don't forget to follow us on ⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Watch now on YouTube Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠ ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing Products we use in studio Acoustiwood planks and c...

The big question for this episode is how did modern hiking trails get started and does trailblazing still exist today? The boys hack through this fascinating subject and get a bit too silly in the process. Don't forget to follow us on   ⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠  ⁠ Watch on YouTube Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠  ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing  Products we use in studi...

Time to update everyone our favorite found articles from around the backpacking universe. The boys yap about corporate abandonment, trespassing in Hawaii, and sip on brand new cocktail from bartender Brian. Don't forget to follow us on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠ Watch Episodes on YouTube Email : trailtheorypod@gmail.com Sponsors ⁠⁠Audimute⁠ ⁠- Sound Management Systems & Soundproofing Products we use...