Ep. 940: Losing 200 Pounds to Hike the PCT - Part 1 - Josh “Long Story” Murphy

When Tyler first visited Nepal he had no idea the trip would change his life and work. While bike racing through the Himalayan Mountains he saw an opportunity that would change his life of adventure but the lives of many Nepalese families, rainwater. Learn more about what Tyler does with racing and raining in Nepal on today’s episode and at the links below.smartpaani.comThe Yak Attack Race: mtb-worldwide.comSupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Originally aired April 12, 2019Kristin Knight Pace is one tough person. Not many people would go to Alaska during the winter, completely alone, to take care of a team of sled dogs to get over a recent divorce. However, that's exactly what she did. That toughness has also led her to become one of only 29 women to complete both the Iditarod and the Yukon Question 1000-mile sled dog races. Kristin is now remarried and has started a new journey, motherhood. She also works as a wilderness planner for Denali National Park and has recently written a book about her experiences, This Much Country. It can be found following the link below or pretty much anywhere else you buy books. We hope you enjoy listening to this life outside the box!The book: This Much Countryhttps://www.heymoosekennel.com/Instagram: @heymoosekennelSupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly and check out our new and improved Patreon tiers by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Life changes in an instant. Military pilot, Ryan Ellison, found that out the hard way. Having aspirations to climb the highest mountains in the world was completely derailed by an angry goose. The encounter left his hopes and dreams no longer on the peaks and poles of our planet, but much lower… sea level. Find out how an angry goose led a military pilot and mountaineer to full-time sailing on today’s interview with Ryan Ellison. You can also follow Ryan and Sophie’s sailing journey on YouTube and InstagramRyan & Sophie Sailing@ryan_and_sophie_sailingSupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly and check out our new and improved Patreon tiers by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Originally aired April 30, 2018Gilad Nachmani is on the show today to talk about hiking in the Andes and Scottish Highlands. Gilad describes his trips to Tres Lagos and the Huayhuash Route in Peru as well as his time on the Villarrica Traverse, a 155 mi route in Southern Chile from the Villarrica Volcano to Mt Lanin. He also talks about his solo attempt at the 8-day adventure race on the 205 mile Cape Wrath Trail.CNOC Outdoors: www.cnocoutdoors.comBlog: www.outdoorsfather.comTwitter: @cnocoutdoorsInstagram: @cnocoutdoorsSupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Chris Atkin is here to tell us about an amazing region of the world, full of history, culture, and a beautiful language, and why seeing it by bicycle may provide the best balance between on foot vs. vehicle speed. Folks told Chris he was crazy to leave his life behind to start this journey, and after a few early mishaps on the road, it seemed as though they were right...If you enjoy the stories from this episode, consider buying Chris’ book about the experience, It's Not About The Bike. Learn more about Chris below:Chrisatkinonline.comInstagram and Twitter: @chrisjatWant nutritious, ready to cook, plant-based meals delivered right to your front door? Go to GreenChef.com/asp100 and use code asp100 to get $100 off including free shipping!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Winter will be here before you know it but that does not stop Christopher Sleight from pursuing his favorite adventure sport, mountaineering. Actually, he thinks that is just when the climbing starts to get good. Chris is a winter mountaineering enthusiast who lives and climbs in Scotland. He has also climbed in the Alps, Nepal, and the Canadian Rockies. If you like to climb, this is a great show for you. If you like adventure travel, this one will scratch that itch too. Chris is also the host of the Mountain Podcast where he shares more of his great stories.www.mountainpodcast.comSupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Before kids, Heidi was traveling around the world, loved the outdoors and epic adventures. Once she became a mom she felt like she had to let go of a lot of that. Determined by knowing how great the world of adventure is, Heidi has dedicated her time and energy to continue her life of travel and adventure with her family. Today she and her husband live in Wisconsin with their three children and a dog.  They travel frequently, spend a significant amount of time outdoors, while both working full-time and remodeling their third-generation farm house. She is the founder and host of Ordinary Sherpa podcast designed to inspire families to connect through simple and authentic adventure experiences.   Find out more about Heidi below:Website: ordinarysherpa.comInstagram: @ordinarysherpaPrivate FB Group: facebook.com/groups/ordinarysherpaEmail List: ordinarysherpa.com/subscribeSupport Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Trigger Warning: this episode discusses drug and substance abuse. Tom Anderson joins us today to talk candidly about his experience with drug addiction and how, at age 17, he was able to deal with the issue by focusing on the outdoors and adventure.Support Adventure Sports Podcast monthly by going to Patreon.com/AdventureSportsPodcast or make a one-time donation to the show here. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/adventure-sports-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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