Hunt Backcountry Podcast Archive

Join Steve and Mark for an unscripted discussion about the Experience of Backpack Hunting. Why they do it. What it means to them. And why it is such a valuable pursuit. Although this conversation isn't filled with tangible takeaways, we hope it inspires you to get out and experience an adventure unlike any other.

As a trained engineer and experienced outdoorsman, Rydell Reinbold often modified the gear he used for hunting. Eventually, he founded Aziak Equipment to share his gear designs with other hunters. Rydell joins us on the Hunt Backcountry Podcast to share more of his story, and the backstory behind Aziak's products.

Steve & Mark answer your listener-submitted questions on this Monday Minute episode. They discuss choosing ultralight vs choosing comfort, the best (and worst) ways to save pack weight, how to spend money on gear upgrades, selecting a quilt, and  deeper/more philosophical thoughts on the debatable importance of gear.

We welcome John Barklow back to the Hunt Backcountry Podcast. This is a wide-ranging conversation, which covers many topics, such as: where technical advancements are stalling and progressing as it relates to hunting clothing, how to pair skills with gear, embracing what you don't know as a hunter, and much more.