In today's episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by the Trek, I am joined by John Schwartz, also known as Airborn.

Despite this being his first through hike, last year Airborne became just the As familiar. We go balls deep on everything that went into this trek, including the differences

between his northbound and southbound hike, his gear, his bizarre and demanding diet,

what it was like meeting Scott Williamson and how his background despite having limited

backpack experience played a major role in his success.

We also get into some track propaganda, two lies, and a truth, a mailbag, and much more.

But first, if you've listened to Back Packer Radio, you know that both Chons and I are

big fans of gossamer gear, manufacturers of lightweight backpackpacking gear and accessories.

Their packs carry comfortably, their roomy shelters protect in harsh weather conditions,

and their trekking poles are some of the lightest on the planet.

Gossamer gear is changing the perception of delicate ultra-light gear.

Chaunts and I are both users of Gossamer Gears packs and shelters.

I use the Gorilla, their 40 liter pack on the PCT a couple years ago,

and we'll be using their new model on some shorter hikes this year.

I also use a handful of their accessories such as the smartphone shoulder strap pocket and

their fanny pack. Chaunc is out romping around on the AT right now, rocking Gossamer Gears

the one shelter, which as you know is the one that you need. It's both roomy and light weighing

in at less than one and a half pounds.

Listeners of this podcast can score an exclusive deal on Gossamer Gear products.

Use discount code Trek 15 for 15% off your cart at gossamergear.com, which is valid for a limited time only.

Get it.

And of course, we're going to give a thank you to Sawyer products.

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