Remote Trails Radio
Remote Trails Radio is a laid-back and engaging podcast where two friends share their adventures in overlanding, delve into the rugged beauty and unique lifestyle of the Pacific Northwest, and chat about whatever else comes to mind. Whether you're a seasoned overlander, a PNW local, or just someone who loves a good conversation, this podcast offers a mix of outdoor expertise, local insights, and friendly banter that feels like you're right there with them around the campfire.
Episodes
46 episodes
Ep. 46: Overland Expo PNW, Part 2 – What You Should Know Before Going
If you're thinking about attending Overland Expo, this episode is for you.In Part 2 of our Overland Expo PNW series, we share the biggest lessons we learned after spending the weekend exploring hundreds of exhibitors, attending education...
Ep. 45: Outdoor Expo PNW, Part 1 - Send it or forget it?
Episode 45 takes us on location at Overland Expo PNW!For the first time, we're recording together in person from the expo grounds as we kick off a two-part series covering one of the biggest overlanding events in the Pacific North...
Ep. 44: Happy Butts & Shakedown Runs
Summer is coming and the rigs are getting ready — whether that means new bump stops, a custom moto seat, or frantically cutting a leash off a choking dog on a cliff. In Episode 44, Garrick is freshly back from a Capitol Reef run with the overla...
Ep. 43: Trials by Fire & At Least They Left the Snatch Block
Garrick and Melody are back with a packed episode — and a lot of grievances to air before the good stuff kicks in.Garrick kicks things off fresh off a new MacBook Air M5, finally ditching the decade-old Windows machine. Meanwhile, Melody...
Ep. 42: New Shoes, Electric Kitchens & Giving Back on the Trail
Melody debuts her new Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T tires and breaks down exactly how she saved $425 at Discount Tire — including the one question you should always ask at checkout. Garrick shares his experience at an Evergreen Mountain Bike Al...
Ep. 41: Camp & Recreate, No More Snow Wheeling, and Getting the Most from Your Toyota Service
Adventure season is here, and Garrick and Melody are kicking it off with a packed episode full of gear talk, trip recaps, and insider tips.First up, Garrick delivers an unfortunate update from Episode 40 — what started as a cracked rim f...
Ep. 40: Slow Wheeling or Snow Wheeling, Anker Gear, How-To Discount Tire
Episode 40 is a full-on rollercoaster. Garrick finally tracks down that mysterious rear-end thud, only to discover a much bigger problem lurking under the rig. Meanwhile, a snow wheeling trip goes sideways with hidden obstacles, cracked wheels,...
Ep. 39: From Propane to Kilowatts - The Electrified Overlanding Strategy You Need
What does it actually take to move toward an electrified overlanding setup—and is it worth it?In this episode, Garrick walks through the thinking behind his shift away from propane and toward battery-powered camp systems, while Melody he...
Ep. 38: SoCal Expo Stories, Surprise Stage Time, and a Warmer Way to Sleep Outside
Melody just got back from Overland Expo SoCal 2026, and she’s bringing stories from the show floor, vendor booths, and even an unexpected moment on stage at the Women Who Wander meetup. From suspension conversations with 74Weld to...
Ep 37: 11 Unwritten Trail Rules You Might Be Breaking
Garrick and Melody are back with a mix of adventure updates and practical trail wisdom. Garrick shares his experience attending the Montana Backcountry Discovery Route (MTBDR) unveiling in Seattle, including what the new 900-mile route l...
Ep. 36: Wynoochee Done Right, Roo In Our Hearts, Glass Everywhere
This one’s a mix of heavy hearts and winter wins.We start by honoring Cameron — better known as Roo — Beth’s loyal trail companion and a beloved member of our overlanding crew. If you’ve ever driven behind “Roo Tube,” you know what we’re...
Ep. 35: Would You Buy a Trailer and Overlanding on Facebook Marketplace
What do Goose Gear, used mud terrains, cross-country skiing in the Methow Valley (yes, that’s MET-HOW), and a futuristic Honda camper trailer have in common? Apparently… this episode.Garrick breaks down his recent Goose Gear cargo plate ...
Ep. 34: Charming Snow Wheeling Tips, Roadie Woes, Let’s Ski
In Episode 34, we welcome back friend of the show Beth for a wide-ranging conversation that blends winter overlanding reality checks with trip stories, gear lessons learned the hard way, and a few laughs along the way.We start wit...
Ep. 33: Holiday Road Trips, Cheap Starlink, and What’s Ahead in 2026
In this episode of Remote Trails Radio, Garrick and Melody trade road-trip stories from winter travel across the West, introduce Melody’s new pup Yuzu, and share updates from past episodes - including a deep dive into Bluetti’s new Cha...
Ep. 32: New Year, New You, New Puppy, New WABDR, New ORBDR
Welcome to the first Remote Trails Radio episode of 2026—and instead of a highlight reel, we’re doing the anti-wrap. Garrick and Melody unpack a wild, soggy, and often frustrating Pacific Northwest fall, from historic flooding a...
Ep. 31: The Silent Race, Getting Stuck in the Mud in Moab, and Why Get An Air Compressor?
🎄 Merry Christmas from Remote Trails Radio!In this holiday episode, Garrick and Melody kick things off with updates, mishaps, and the ongoing debate over car color—before diving into gear talk, trail stories, and a deep Moab travel break...
Ep. 30: Zack Got His Bikes a Tacoma + Moab Prep
Zack is back! Our favorite resident tinkerer (last heard on Episode 10) returns with a new-to-him 2023 Tacoma and a head full of ideas. We chat through how he specced it as a dual-sport hauler on a budget—why he went with the “park-ser...
Ep 29: Start a Car Fire, Micro Power Stations, How-To Crime
Our Thanksgiving episode is here! 🦃 This week, Garrick and Melody dive into an unexpectedly eventful stretch of adventures, gear experiments, and one very fancy set of license plates.We kick things off with updates from Episodes 26 and 2...
Ep 28: Power Mods, Island Playbook & PNW Trail Days
Chilly temps, big mods, and bigger trip tips. Garrick installs a DC-DC alternator charger (Bluetti Charger 1) to turbo-charge his EcoFlow River 2 Pro and talks solar (220W), safer fridge power connectors (DC5521 + Anderson swap-ends), and why c...
Ep. 27 Halloween Spooktacular - Haunting Overland Stories & Creepy Wildlife Encounters
Join Garrick and Melody for a spine-tingling Halloween edition of Remote Trails Radio, featuring returning guest Scott as they swap eerie tales from the wilds of the Pacific Northwest. From raccoons that seem just a little too...
Ep. 26: Overland Gear Insights, Adventure and Danger in the Olympics, Exploring the Gifford Pinchot
Melody and Garrick circle back on a summer of experiments—what gear actually worked, what flopped, and what they’re upgrading next. From window-vent rain solutions and Bluetooth headsets that finally transmit clearly, to $28 camp showe...
Ep. 25: Driving Our Condos to Vancouver Island North and Providing Security During Our Most Vulnerable Times
Load up the rigs and join us for a week of rain-soaked trails, hidden coves, and endless lake views on Vancouver Island North. Starting with a Black Ball Ferry ride from Port Angeles to Victoria, we snake our way up the island—camping at...
Ep. 24: How to Overland with a New Buddy, The Bees!, Delicious Trail Meals
In this episode of Remote Trails Radio, Garrick and Melody welcome back returning guest Shannon for a recap of their recent VIN shakedown weekend—a test run to dial in gear and routines before the big Vancouver Island trip. The convers...
Ep. 23: From Moab to the Alcan Highway with Ann, Ramming into Garrick’s Parked Rig
Buckle up for a fun ride! In this episode of RTR, Ann joins us to share her adventures, mishaps, and wisdom from years of overlanding. We kick things off with her 5th Gen 4Runner mods (split into two parts for good reason!) and the unf...
Ep. 22: Honorable WABDR Mentions, Margs & Batteries, Cougar Talk
Remote Trails Radio - Episode 22In this episode, Garrick kicks things off with a fun fact: Enumclaw, WA, is pronounced like “enumerate,” not like “enemy”—a little slip-up from last episode. After that, we dive into what we’ve been...