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Gear Abby: An Outdoor Advice Column For Your Ears

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Gear Abby: Outdoor Advice Without the BS! Sick of outdoor podcasts that gate keep, worship influencer gear lists, or make you feel like you don’t belong? Yeah, we do too. That’s why Gear Abby exists. With Gear Abby you won't get an ounce of shame or gear snobbery. It's just unfiltered advice, honest conversations, and the occasional 'WTF' moment in the wild. Hosted by outdoor journalist and advent... more

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Shawnté is on the trail and Colin is traveling for work. So it's time for another Flashback Friday! Mark your calendar for Gear Abby's return on July 17th and make Shawnté's birthday wishes come true by leaving a written review on Apple Podcasts.

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Shawnté is on the trail and Colin is traveling for work. So it's time for another Flashback Friday!

After a Gear Abby show update from Shawnté we revisit episode 12: Bougie Hikers, Dysentery Demons, and Busted Gut Feelings.

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Live from the floor of Switchback in New Orleans, Eoin Comerford sits down with thru-hiking expert Shawnté Salabert (Gear Abby) to break down the hits, the misses, and the future of the outd... more

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New to Gear Abby? Then enjoy this trip back in time to our third episode!

Shawnté Salabert and producer Colin “P.I.G.” True are back with another round of Gear Abby, where the gear questions get real... and sometimes a little gross.

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Recent Guests

Sean Smith
Switchback Event Director
Switchback
Episode: Switchback New Orleans Reaction: Did The Show Work In Year 2? - Outdoor Unfiltered
Marek Bowers
Founder of Rawlogy, certified personal trainer
Rawlogy
Episode: Dirty Underwear & Good Decisions
Saveria Tilden
Co-host of Almost There Adventure; founder of Adventure Us
The Adventurous / Adventure Us
Episode: GoPro Frenemies? The Crimson Avenger! & In Search Of Outdoor Confidence
Pamela Zulalian
Ski patroller, outdoor educator, artist and author
AdventureHer (Adventure Without an E)
Episode: Outdoor Dating Red Flags & Ski Patrol Dreams
Owen Comerford
Former CEO of Moosejaw; founder of Outsize Consulting; host of Outdoor Unfiltered
Outsize Consulting; Outdoor Unfiltered
Episode: Storm Smarts, Trail Love & Trail Toilets
Lloyd Vogel
CEO and founder of Garage Grown Gear
Garage Grown Gear
Episode: Minnesota Protest Questions, Poop Problems & A Netflix Climb
Anastasia Allison
Founder and CEO of Kula Cloth
Kula Cloth
Episode: Are Outdoor Stores Worth Saving? Plus: True Crime Reads & Kula Cloth Curiosity!
Dr. LeJean Lawson
Expert in sports bra science and founder of Bra Lab
Bra Lab
Episode: How to Eat on Trail, Learn to Ski & Save Your Chest
Mike Gigello
Shawnté's stepdad and ice fishing enthusiast
Episode: Spreading Ashes, Ice Holes & On Trail Meet-Cutes!

Hosts

Shawnté Salabert
Host of Gear Abby, outdoor educator and writer with a focus on practical, no-nonsense outdoor guidance and inclusive culture.
Colin True
Producer and co-host, involved in shaping episodes with pragmatic gear insights and audience Q&A.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • A haiku

    Great reviews and reccs

    But Abby is so much more

    Shawnté forever

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RobUllman
    United Statesa month ago
  • Makes me want to pet a buffalo.

    I love this show! It’s great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    blankphace.
    United States3 months ago
  • Hilarious, informative

    Love the banter between the two hosts and appreciate that their episodes cover actual outdoor topics that real people are actually interested in . No fluff. PS I miss the dings .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KinkShamingIsMyKink
    United States5 months ago
  • Love it w/an asterisk

    Love this podcast -- funny and helpful -- but for the love of G-- or whatever, please turn off the notifications on your devices while you're recording; the most basic podcasting protocol, OK? Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fpoonline
    United States7 months ago
  • I laughed - and I learned?!

    Ok, I’m sold! Love the length (30 min) for pre-work listen, laughed more than I expected, and even learned a thing or two! It’s also nice to hear a female voice talking about the outdoors - looking forward to future episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HerBeTheLuvbug
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the candid, no-fluff approach to outdoor topics.
A few reviews mention production distractions but praise actionable content and humor.
Guests frequently bring expert perspectives that deepen the discussions.
The banter and practical gear tips stand out as refreshingly useful.

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Apple Podcasts
#6
United States/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#211
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#129
Canada/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#189
United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#81
Italy/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#100
France/Sports/Wilderness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Flashback Friday: How To Slay The Chafe Monster!
Q: Which of the Triple Crown trails would you pick for a first through-hike and why?
Both hosts give nuanced guidance: start smaller with a nearby shakeout trip, consider the Appalachian Trail for its frequent town access and abundant company, but many surveys favor the PCT for a diverse landscape and personal fit, depending on readiness and goals.
Flashback Friday: Bougie Hikers & Dysentery Demons
Q: Dear Gear Abby, what should one do if they are hiking and suddenly experience sharting (fecal incontinence)?
Carry wipes and a baggie to pack out used wipes, bring a change of underwear, consider emergency kits like a Code Brown bag, and in a pinch use available items to mitigate cleanup; normalize the topic and plan for it as a part of backpacking reality, including potential use of bidets and other hygienic tools.
Flashback Friday: Bougie Hikers & Dysentery Demons
Q: Dear Gear Abby, are there limitations to what water filters and purifiers can or cannot do regarding toxins and algae?
Yes. Most backpacking filters remove bacteria, protozoa, and sometimes viruses, but they generally do not remove toxic algae, chemical runoff, or heavy metals; for viruses use UV or chemical treatments; avoid water from obviously contaminated sources and consider advanced purifiers if you need heavy-metal removal, though many purifiers are still limited against certain toxins.
Flashback Friday: Bougie Hikers & Dysentery Demons
Q: Dear Gear Abby, what advice do you have for someone who wants to be outdoorsy but fights against her bougie nature?
Start slow with a guided or all-inclusive trip to gently dip your toe in, then gradually try smaller, less intense experiences like glamping or cabin stays before moving to true backpacking; redefine bougie as taking care of yourself and enjoying the experience, not a policing of style; choose gear that makes you feel comfortable and confident rather than conforming to a stereotype, and remember you can do outdoorsy things while still wanting to look and feel good.
Goobies, Boobies & Bike Rides
Q: I moved to a new city and joined group rides that are no-drop but are dropping riders. Any advice?
Communicate with the leader, understand the parameters, explore other groups or clubs, and possibly start your own ride or meetup if the environment doesn't fit your needs.

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Gear Abby delivers practical, no-nonsense outdoor guidance with a candid, irreverent tone. Across episodes, listeners get real answers to gear, safety, and trip-planning questions, plus thoughtful conversations about inclusivity, ethics in outdoor culture, and the realities of aging in the backcountry. Notable strengths include a strong host rapport, actionable tips, and a willingness to call out hype or gatekeeping in the outdoors. The show often blends humor with solid field knowledge, making it accessible for beginners while still valuable to veteran adventurers who want pragmatic, accountability-minded advice.

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2. Marek Bowers
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7. Anastasia Allison
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