Beyond The Trailhead
craig obristBeyond the Trailhead Podcast is where the outdoor world comes alive. We sit down with the people shaping the industry—founders, designers, and adventurers—to hear the stories behind the gear and the journeys that inspire it. From trailhead conversations to trail-tested reviews, this series dives into what makes the outdoor community unique, real, and worth exploring. Whether you’re a gear junkie, ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 35 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SportsWildernessBusinessEntrepreneurship | |||
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In this episode of Beyond the Trailhead, I sit down with Greg Pearson, CEO and creator of Overwatch x Rescue, a 24/7 emergency assistance subscription service built for people who l... more
In this episode of Beyond the Trailhead, I sit down with Bekah Whitney, owner and creator of Ecoteric Marketing, a marketing agency focused on helping eco-conscious outdoor brands build marketing systems that actually get executed.
Bekah’s story star... more
In this episode of Beyond the Trailhead, I sit down with Thor Tingey, CEO and co-founder of Alpacka Raft, one of the most iconic brands in the world of packrafting.
Alpacka Raft started after Thor completed a massive traverse through Alaska’s Brooks ... more
In this episode of Beyond the Trailhead, I sit down with Gary Benninger, creator and owner of Gryphon Gear, a small handmade gear company known for quilts and sleeping bags built with serious warmth in mind.
Gary’s story goes way back from reading ab... more
In this episode of Beyond the Trailhead, I sit down with Sarah Berkeley, creator and owner of Symbiosis Gear, a woman-founded backpacking gear company making packs for people with boobs.
Sarah’s story started on the Pacific Crest Trail, where she wen... more
In this episode of Beyond the Trailhead, I sit down with Grant Breidenbach, Sales and Marketing Manager at BearVault, the company behind some of the most recognized bear-resistant food containers in the outdoor industry.
If you backpack in bear count... more
In this episode of Beyond the Trailhead, we sit down with Lloyd Vogel, CEO of Garage Grown Gear. The platform that has helped launch and grow some of the most innovative brands in the outdoor industry.
What started as a small side hustle in a baseme... more
Is Outdoor Retailer still worth attending?
That’s the question a lot of outdoor brands have been asking.
In this episode of Beyond the Trailhead, I sit down with Lindsay Hubley and Sunny Stroeer of Outdoor Retailers to talk about the future of Outdoo... more
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What is Beyond The Trailhead about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show consistently centers on founder stories, product design, and the realities of building outdoor brands—from initial garage/basement origins to scaled manufacturing and distribution. Episodes often pull back the curtain on sourcing, cash flow, supply chains, and the evolving role of trade shows, community, and creator-driven media in launching and sustaining niche gear companies. Guests typically bring deep hands-on expertise in gear development, manufacturing, and branding, with a strong emphasis on craft, durability, and authentic storytelling. Listeners are likely gear enthusiasts, aspiring founders, and professionals in product development or marketing who want practical lessons and candid founder journeys, often set against a ba... more
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Which podcasts are similar to Beyond The Trailhead?
These podcasts share a similar audience with Beyond The Trailhead:
1. The Backpacking Podcast presented by Outdoor Vitals
2. Backpacking & Blisters: A Hiking, Backpacking, and Adventure Show
3. Backpacker Radio
4. Backpacking Light Podcast
5. Live Ultralight Podcast | Backpacking, Travel, and Adventure
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Beyond The Trailhead launched 6 months ago and published 35 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Beyond The Trailhead include:
1. Thor Tingey
2. Gary Benninger
3. Sarah Berkeley
4. Grant Breidenbach
5. Lloyd Vogel
6. Sunny Stroeer
7. Lindsay Hubley
8. Chris Schawlow
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