In today's episode of Backpacker Radio, presented by the Trek, we are once again joined by our

pal Jeff Garmeyer, aka legend. We catch up on all of his trail feats since he was at last on the show just a few months ago,

including his ridiculous sub-6-day unsupported FKT on the long trail.

We also talk about how he messed around and set the Pinhote,

FKT, his new book, Free Outside, a trek against time and distance, and much more.

We have some trek propaganda and introduce a brand new segment, Trail Trivia, The Drinking

Game.

Crack open a PBR and play along, if you dare.

But before we get to all of that, a word from those who keep the lights on

If you listen to backpack or radio, you'll know that Zach and I are big fans of

Gossamer gear manufacturers of lightweight backpacking gear and accessories.

Their packs carry comfortably, their roomy

shelters protect in harsh weather conditions, and their trekking poles are some of the

light on the planet. Gossamer gear is changing the perception of ultra-light

delicate gear. Zach and I are both users of Gossamer Gears packs and shelters.

Zach used the Grilla, their 40 liter pack, on the PCT,

and their new model on his recent hike of the Wind River High Route and in Colorado. He also uses a handful of their

accessories like the Light Flex Hiking Umbrella, which works for both the sun and the rain,

protecting his fragile ginger skin, and the hipster, their lightweight fanny pack. I carried the one is

my shelter on the AT&PCT which is both roomy and light weighing in at less than

one and a half pounds as you already know it's the one you need.

Now for the important news,

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