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New Year’s Resolutions
Season 1 / Episode 64 Kick off the year with intention, curiosity, and a little trail dust on this episode of the Shawn & Mike Take A Hike podcast. As the calendar turns to a new year, Shawn and Mike take a relaxed, judgment-free look at New Year’s resolutions through the lens of hiking and backpacking, focusing
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How Sleeping Bags Work: Heat Retention for New Backpackers
Season 1 / Episode 61 On this episode of Shawn & Mike Take A Hike, your favorite beginner-friendly hiking and backpacking podcast, Shawn and Mike break down everything new hikers need to know about sleeping bag insulation, warmth ratings, and staying comfortable in cold-weather conditions. Whether you’re planning your first overnight backpacking trip or looking to upgrade your
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R You Warm Enough? Sleeping Pad R-Values
Season 1 / Episode 60 As the temperatures drop and the frost starts creeping into your tent, one piece of gear can make or break your night’s sleep – your sleeping pad. In this episode, Shawn and Mike dive deep into the mysterious world of R-values – that number on the side of your pad you’ve probably
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Fifty Episodes Later
Season 1 / Episode 50 It’s a big day on Shawn & Mike Take A Hike—we’re celebrating our 50th episode! Join us as we take a laid-back walk down memory lane, revisiting some of our favorite moments, biggest laughs, and most surprising lessons since starting this podcast about backpacking and hiking for beginners. From the
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Amateur Hiking Advice for Amateur Hikers!
