EP 129 - The Best Breakfast On The Trail? Alpen Fuel's Shaun Durkee

EP 129 - The Best Breakfast On The Trail? Alpen Fuel's Shaun Durkee

Author: Outdoor Vitals February 28, 2023 Duration: 52:31

Shaun Durkee is the owner of Alpen Fuel, a backpacking food company based in Bozeman, Montana. It was started in the fall of 2018 by Shaun and his wife Emily as a side business while Shaun was pursuing an engineering career. During the pandemic, however, a layoff propelled the two to make Alpen Fuel into a full-time business. Now, Alpen fuel can be found in dozens of retail stores around the world (including ours).

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There's a certain freedom found when your gear doesn't weigh you down, a feeling that the folks at Outdoor Vitals understand deeply. Tuning into the Live Ultralight Podcast feels like pulling up a chair at a trailhead gathering where the conversation is as essential as your packed kit. While the core of this podcast revolves around the philosophy and practical skills of backpacking-specifically how to carry less to experience more-the discussions naturally wander into broader territories. You’ll hear from seasoned thru-hikers sharing hard-won wisdom on terrain and gear, but also from travelers and adventurers whose stories redefine what it means to explore. Each episode aims to dissolve the barriers between planning and actually stepping out the door, whether that’s for a weekend in the local wilderness or a journey to distant places. The dialogue is grounded in real-world experience, offering tangible advice on lightening your load physically and mentally, so the focus can remain on the landscape ahead and the stories you’ll gather. It’s more than a gear talk show; it’s about cultivating a mindset where adventure is accessible and the weight of the everyday is left behind. This podcast serves as a consistent companion for anyone looking to weave more movement and discovery into the fabric of their life, one lighter step at a time.
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