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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
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 54: Overlanding Alaska, Lessons Learned the Hard Way
Thinking about taking your overlanding adventures all the way to Alaska? Our guests Ann and James have done it, and they've got plenty of stories, surprises…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 53: Ghost Towns, Deadly Disasters & Halloween Trivia
It's Halloween at Remote Trails™ Radio, and things are getting a little spooky! 🎃 This week, Garrick and Melody trade their usual trail talk for a round of…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 52: Idaho BDR, Night Runs & Really Impressive Waterfalls
Labor Day weekend sent Garrick and Melody in two very different directions. Garrick heads into the woods near Lake Wynoochee for a rare night trail run…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 51: The Midland Mystery Solved, A Floppy Lightsaber, & DIY Has Its Limits.
Wildfires change the plans, the mods keep multiplying, and apparently owning an awning officially makes you an overlander. In Episode 51, Garrick takes his new…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 50: Why You Should Overland the New Oregon BDR
For Episode 50, Motorcycle Zack is back to join Garrick and Melody for a deep dive into Garrick and Zack's weeklong ride of the newly revised Oregon…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 49: Overlanding by the Numbers - Utah Costs, New Rigs & Gear Lessons
Summer has been busy, and we're finally catching up on everything that's been happening behind the scenes. Garrick kicks things off with a pretty major…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 48: Exploring Capitol Reef with Demetre
Join us as we're joined by our friend Demetre to look back on our unforgettable overland journey through Capitol Reef National Park and the surrounding Utah…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 47: Inside XOverland’s Ranch at The Big Thing in Montana
Whether you're curious about XOverland's ranch in Montana or wondering if The Big Thing deserves a spot on your calendar, this episode is for you. We spent…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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?…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp 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…
Remote Trails™ RadioEp. 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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Ep. 22: Honorable WABDR Mentions, Margs & Batteries, Cougar Talk
Remote Trails Radio - Episode 22 In this episode, Garrick kicks things off with a fun fact: Enumclaw, WA, is pronounced like “enumerate,” not like “enemy”—a…
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Ep 21: Learn Aussie Auto Lingo, Western Australia Overlanding Pitfalls, Garrick Attempts Supercar Names
We're back! Our release schedule has slowed down a bit this summer as we are busy adventuring. The good news is that we'll have plenty to talk about. This week…
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Ep. 20: The Owyhee Canyonlands Redemption Tour
This week Garrick recounts his recent trip to the Owyhee Canyonlands. This was a redo of a trip we attempted a couple of years ago, but unfortunately had to…
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Ep. 19: Rally Recoveries, Moto Mods, Modular Sleeping Platforms
This episode Garrick is getting ready for his Owyhee Canyonlands trip and Melody spent her weekend volunteering for a rally race by running sweep and recovery…
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Ep. 18: Recovering Under Pressure, Overland Collective Controversy, Garrick’s 3 Collarbones
This episode Garrick shares the details of how he broke his collarbone while cycling. Melody details a high stress recovery effort conducted on a busy road…
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Ep. 17: Desert 100 If You Dare, iOverlander Developer Responds To Community, Gear Wins and Woes
Quick disclaimer on this episode. We had a technical difficulty where our studio software selected the wrong microphone on Garrick's computer. Garrick's audio…
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Ep. 16: Zippers meet dirt, Smoked out camping, Free satellite texting, Gear rants and raves
This week we meet to discuss Garrick's "snow" camping experience and Melody shares some upcoming events in the PNW this May! If you're an iPhone user, you…
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Ep. 15: Land Rover Lovers, Bouncing Kangaroos with ARB, Spooky Soloing
This week we are joined by Demetre, an avid Land Rover and overlanding enthusiast. We jump in to learn about Demetre's 2 Land Rover Discovery rigs and how…
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Ep. 14: The Secrets to a Great Overland Trip, Les Talk - More Laughs!
We begin this episode by remembering Garrick's Uncle Les, who passed away recently, with a couple funny stories from over the years. Garrick provides some…
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Ep. 13: Turn on your lights in the rain!, Project time, Consequences of National Forest staffing cuts
We're "sorry to say" it's just us this episode, lol. We have been surviving the PNW wet season, even with other drivers running their cars in stealth mode. Our…
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Ep. 12: A Trail Name That's NSFW, Turbo Trivia, 2AM Wrangler Dudes, and Baby on Board the Trail
This episode we are joined by new parents Chelsea and Jesse as well as their baby, Lucas! We jumpstart this episode with a new segment, Turbo Trivia! Can you…
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Ep. 11: Overlanding Dogs, Debead Trial and Error, Cozy Gaming
This week we share what we have been up to including the challenges of snow wheeling, debeading tires, inaccessible public land, and riding in the winter. For…
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Ep. 10: EVs vs Freedom, Things Said Over Bluetooth, You Should Be Driving It
This week we are joined by Zack, aka The Motorcycle Librarian. Zack is a teacher by day and motorcycle wrencher by night. All three of us recently camped…
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Ep. 9: RTR's Overland Trail Essentials
This week we start off with a recap of our holiday travels and then jump into our Overland Trails Essentials list. We were inspired by the wilderness ten…
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Ep. 8: Happy New Year, Crew! Road trip prep and tips, Edmunds.com's top vehicles for overlanding
Our first podcast in 2025! Do you know the lyrics to Auld Lang Syne? This is commonly known as the "New Years Eve" song in America. If not, then check out our…
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Ep. 7: Happy holidays, Squatches! Scott to the rescue, beware the tariffs, Wisconsin Old Fashioned, Can you go camping: the game
****SENSITIVITY WARNING**** Mentions of death and suicide in the context of Search and Rescue missions to recover human remains. The content may be distressing…
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Ep. 6: Motorbike crashes in Moab, fixing Iceco and Ecoflow shortcomings, free tire swaps
The Moab episode! In this episode Garrick starts off with describing his road trip down to Moab, Utah from Seattle. Melody is preparing her rig for winter…
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Ep. 5: Loose valve cores, bikepacking, how to not die in the woods, staying dry, journey vs destination
We our joined this week by our friend Beth who drives a 2021 SR5 4Runner that's taken on a scratch or two since she first bought it. We discuss some of the…
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Ep. 4: Jeeping in Vietnam, recovery points, the overland scam, treading lightly
After a long break, we are back! We have some updates from our previous episodes to share along with some new segments to introduce in this episode. Melody…
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Ep. 3: Diesel heat, rice cooker confessions, HT destruction, Jeep people
We are happy to introduce our first esteemed guest, Shannon! We learn a little about Shannon's near stock Jeep JL Wrangler and how he has selected his upgrades…
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Ep. 2: Secret ruins, Washington's highest road, owl spotting, and hot springs
Garrick and Melody discuss their latest mods and mechanical failures on their 4Runners. Garrick finds secret ruins on Washington's highest elevation road, as…
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Ep. 1: Meet your hosts!
Garrick & Melody introduce themselves, their rigs, and share what overlanding means to them. You can reach us at remote.trails.radio@gmail.com Opening music is…