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From The Backcountry

Will Peterson
Endurance Sports
Paul Johnson
Trail Running
Appalachian Trail
White Mountains
Transcontinental Run
Ultrarunning
Fkts
Fundraising
Lila Gaudrault
Social Media
Jigger Johnson Ultramarathons
Fastest Known Time (FKT)
Veteran's Mental Health
FKT (fastest Known Time)
Ultra Running
Larisa Dannis Macfadden
Dan Curts
Lauren Gregory
Mead Binhammer

The podcast where I talk to epic people doing epic stuff outside.

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This past summer Fyn Kynd set a new FKT on the Grafton Notch Loop, a top 25 Northeast FKT route with 35-36 miles and 12-13,000 feet of vertical gain that loops through the beautiful Grafton Notch in Maine. We talk all about Fyn's effort, his developm... more

Lukas Janulaitis and Brianna Karboski pushed the limits this year at Last Skier Standing through brutal conditions to ski tour for 65 and 64 consecutive hours, respectively - each racking up over 70,000 feet of vertical gain. Along the way Lukas secu... more

Tara Dower is a professional ultra runner and thru-hiker who is making her fourth appearance on the podcast (see episodes #50 , #71, and #75). In August, Tara and her crew set the overall Fastest Known Time on the Long Trail, taking down my time and ... more

Cara Baskin is an ultramarathon runner and co-president of the Upper Valley Run Club. In September she set the record for the fastest female completion of the White Mountains 100, coming in at a time of 34 hours 12 minutes and beating the previous fe... more

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Recent Guests

Finn Melanson
Thru-hiker, runner, and host of the Singletrack podcast
Singletrack podcast
Episode: #109 - Finn Melanson | Hundred Mile Wilderness Unsupported FKT
Amber Constant
Ultra-endurance runner and record holder
Episode: #107 - Amber Constant | Double White Mountains 100
Scott Benerofe
Athlete who set the unsupported fastest known time on the Adirondack 46 High Peaks
Episode: #106 - Scott Benerofe | Adirondack 46 High Peaks Unsupported FKT
John Kelly
Ultrarunner known for his completion of the Barkley Marathons and FKT attempts
Episode: #105 - John Kelly | Appalachian Trail FKT Attempt, Tor des Géants, Barkley Marathons w/ Special Guest Co-Host Bill Tidd
Bill Tidd
Expert in ultrarunning, dedicated to multi-day events and strong community presence
Episode: #105 - John Kelly | Appalachian Trail FKT Attempt, Tor des Géants, Barkley Marathons w/ Special Guest Co-Host Bill Tidd
Tori Constantine
Ultra runner and supported fastest known time (FKT) holder on the Vermont Long Trail
Episode: #104 - Tori "Chewy" Constantine | Unsupported Long Trail FKT
Maia Buckingham
Ultrarunner who set the women's record on the Hundred Mile Wilderness.
Episode: #102 - Maia Buckingham and Xander Keiter | Hundred Mile Wilderness FKTs
Zan Alberici
Endurance athlete and first to complete the unsupported White Mountains 100
Episode: #100 - Zan Alberici | The First Unsupported White Mountains 100
Cara Baskin
Ultra marathon runner and female record holder for the Mount Adams Vertical Day
Episode: #99 - Cara Baskin and Joe Miller | Mount Adams Vertical Day

Host

Will Peterson
Host of From The Backcountry

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 206 ratings
  • Best podcast from the back country

    Thank you Will for an excellent pod especially while going through medical

    School. I’m primarily a hiker interested in the FKT scene. My only complaint is the way you sometimes pronounce “frucktose” 😂

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xXAmaroqXx
    United States3 months ago
  • new england's' finest

    thanks for doing what you do Will! see ya on trail soon.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JP Krol
    United States3 months ago
  • Finally — a podcast that gets the Northeast right

    I grew up in central New York and have lived all over the Northeast. I’ve hiked and ran in the Adirondacks and the Whites, but like a lot of people, I always used to look west for the “big” mountains and “big” adventures. From the Backcountry totally changed that for me.

    It’s awesome to hear a podcast that highlights just how rugged the adventures here in the Northeast really are — whether it’s in the Adirondacks, the White Mountains, Maine, or Vermont. It’s refreshing to have something focused... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steep and struggling
    United States5 months ago
  • Pick up a pack of Hannaford Seltzer Water today!

    As a diehard river and spring fan, I never thought a store-brand seltzer would become my go-to choice of hydration for backcountry adventures. Then this podcast introduced me to Hannaford Seltzer Water! Wow! This seltzer does things in your mouth that fresh glacial runoff just can’t.

    Do I need a slightly larger backpack? Sure, but it’s totally worth it. Picture this: You’ve just hiked 10 miles (16.093 kilometers) to a high alpine lake with a couple of friends. They pull out their ultralight wat... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt73940552
    United States7 months ago
  • The Best

    This is the best FKT podcast out there even for armchair fans that have no chance of getting their own FKT.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HighSpeedQuads
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Fans highlight the host's enthusiasm and approachable delivery.
Reviews note high-quality guests and actionable race/training stories.
The show is seen as a go-to for local FKT and NE trail scene coverage.
Listeners praise tight, insightful questions and a strong Northeast trail focus.
Listeners enjoy the community vibe and banter between hosts and guests.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#154
United States/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#204
Canada/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#86
Italy/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#247
Australia/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#60
Ireland/Sports/Running
Apple Podcasts
#156
Norway/Sports/Running

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#116 - Tara Dower | Long Trail FKT
Q: What should someone considering an FKT attempt on the Long Trail focus on?
They should plan their nutrition strategy carefully and find a reliable crew and support team to help with the logistics.
#115 - Cara Baskin | White Mountains 100 FKT
Q: Was the FKT the goal from the start? Was it just I want to finish and the time will shake out how it does?
FKT was not in my vocabulary at all. I just wanted to finish it.
#113 - Jeff Colt | Mahoosuc Traverse FKT
Q: What made you decide to take on the Mahoosuc Traverse?
Colt explains that his history with the White Mountains and witnessing others attempt the FKT motivated him to try and break it, especially as he learned more about the route's history.
#111 - Lukas Janulaitis & Aaron Copeland | Bubba's Backyard Ultra Final Four - Part 2
Q: What do you think accounts for the increased level of competition this year?
I believe competitors have learned from previous years and improved their strategies and training.
#111 - Lukas Janulaitis & Aaron Copeland | Bubba's Backyard Ultra Final Four - Part 2
Q: What ultimately made you stop during the race?
I ran out of gas; I just didn't have anything left in my legs, and the heat was a significant factor.

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Listeners are drawn to hard-charging endurance stories set in the Northeast, with frequent focus on ultrarunning, thru-hiking, FKTs, and long-distance trail challenges. Episodes center on race reports, training approaches, gear decisions, nutrition, and mental resilience, often featuring guests who have pushed notable records on iconic routes. The show stands out for its local-scene focus, sense of community, and candid host-guest banter that makes technical trail talk approachable for enthusiasts and aspiring high performers alike.

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1. Finn Melanson
2. Amber Constant
3. Scott Benerofe
4. John Kelly
5. Bill Tidd
6. Tori Constantine
7. Maia Buckingham
8. Zan Alberici

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