Remote Trails Radio

Garrick & Melody
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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.

  1. Ep. 32: New Year, New You, New Puppy, New WABDR, New ORBDR

    JAN 6

    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 and washed-out highways to snow seasons that never quite showed up. From there, things turn productive (and optimistic): we celebrate our first-ever fan mail, share practical motivation hacks for actually finishing projects, and dive deep into one of the biggest backcountry updates in years—the release of Washington BDR 2.0, plus a surprise refresh of the Oregon BDR. Garrick breaks down what changed, why it matters, and how these updates make multi-day BDR trips more realistic than ever. The episode also includes: A deep dive into Whidbey Island adventures, including Fort Ebey State Park, glacier-carved kettle terrain, and XC-style MTB trails with big historyOverlanding logistics with dogs (including a new four-legged passenger joining the crew 🐾)Nitro Circus highlights and why it’s worth seeing liveDIY fire starters, boot dryers, and underrated road-trip snacks in Random RecommendationsIt’s a wide-ranging, cozy, information-packed episode—perfect for planning your next adventure while the weather does whatever it wants. 💬 Got something to share? Use the “Send us a text” link in your podcast app, or email us at RemoteTrailsRadio@gmail.com —you might hear it on a future episode. 🔗 Links Teton Sports Camp Cot with Pivot ArmInstagram for “How Long Does It Actually Take”: @christi.newrutzenCook UnitySnoozer Dog Console SeatsNitro CircusRebel CheeseWABDR 2.0 Updateridebdr.com, FB WABDR, FB ORBDR, FB IDBDRTravel Guide: Fort Ebey State ParkBigfoot Bushcraft Fire StartersDryGuy Boot DriersThanks for sticking with us through 2025. Here’s to better weather, better trails, and even better adventures ahead. RTR, over and out. 🚙🏍️❄️ Send us a text Support the show Remote Trails Radio Instagram @remotetrailsradio Remote Trails Radio YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@RemoteTrailsRadio Opening music is Fun by Vibe Tracks https://goo.gl/Vb19cj

    54 min
  2. Ep. 31: The Silent Race, Getting Stuck in the Mud in Moab, and Why Get An Air Compressor?

    12/22/2025

    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 breakdown. We start with real-world vehicle issues, including a cargo-area heat problem in a 3rd-gen 4Runner and a physical muffler swap that had unexpected consequences. From there, the conversation shifts into air compressor systems—why you actually need one, how different setups compare, and what really matters when it comes to CFM, duty cycle, noise, and long-term reliability. Melody shares what inspired her latest build while Garrick weighs in on proven options. The second half of the episode is a Moab travel guide (Part 2). Building on Episode 6, we recap iconic routes like Potash Road, Shafer Trail, and Long Canyon, then branch out to Gemini Bridges, Four Arches Canyon, Surprise Valley Overlook, and more. Along the way, we share lessons learned—from melted interior gear and intermittent motorcycle failures to getting properly stuck in the mud—and offer practical tips for camping, weather, timing, and route planning. We wrap things up with trail-resource recommendations and a few random holiday recommendations to send you into the season right. Whether you’re planning a winter desert trip, dialing in your air-up system, or just escaping family chaos for an hour—this one’s for you. Links: Goose GearSponsored by WifeyWifey Air SystemVIAIR 400PARB Twin Air Compressor: Use our discount code: REMOTETRAILS10Potash Evaporation PondsShafer SwitchbacksLong Canyon RoadTrail route resourcesUtah BDRTrails OffroadOverland Trail GuidesBig A** CalendarMerrell Moab Mocs Send us a text Support the show Remote Trails Radio Instagram @remotetrailsradio Remote Trails Radio YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@RemoteTrailsRadio Opening music is Fun by Vibe Tracks https://goo.gl/Vb19cj

    1h 24m
  3. Ep. 30: Zack Got His Bikes a Tacoma + Moab Prep

    12/08/2025

    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-service white” access cab, the first mods he’s already done (hello, plug-and-play bed lights and wheel chock), and what actually makes sense to upgrade when your priority is getting bikes to the trail, not building a SEMA truck. From there we wander into all the good nerdy stuff: sleeping in the truck bed vs cots and tents, soft toppers vs locking tonneau covers, how enclosed trailers double as bunkhouses, and what dispersed camping around Moab might look like for our Thanksgiving moto crew. We also unpack the difference between off-roading, overlanding, dual sport, and ADV riding—and why trail difficulty ratings are so tricky for motorcycles. Zack shares the story of his surprise Yamaha WR250R birthday bike (with some truly wild graphics), we daydream about fake sponsor decals and RTR stickers, and wrap up with our random recommendations: anti-seize for your bolts, ultra-lux burrata filling, secondhand gear apps, and a moody Rush track for your next night-drive playlist. Links Gambler 500PoshmarkBel Gioioso “Burrata Filling”Permatex Anti-SeizeCopaslip Anti-Seize“Witch Hunt” by RushSend us a text Support the show Remote Trails Radio Instagram @remotetrailsradio Remote Trails Radio YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@RemoteTrailsRadio Opening music is Fun by Vibe Tracks https://goo.gl/Vb19cj

    1h 9m
  4. Ep 29: Start a Car Fire, Micro Power Stations, How-To Crime

    11/25/2025

    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 28—including Garrick’s saga of trying (and failing, then succeeding) to build a DC5521 fridge cable, plus the surprising Instagram shoutout that has us basically famous now. Melody comes clean about a missing tire gauge, and BTech quietly drops a radio update that solves a big annoyance for dual-sport riders everywhere. From there, we head into Melody’s deep dive into Hong Kong license plates—the status symbols, the minimum spend, the adjectives (“beautiful”/“ugly”), and the story of how an Uber driver revealed the whole scene. Meanwhile, Garrick reports back from a chilly Halloween hot-tent campout, tests out a new Bluetti charger, wrestles with mixed weather, and finally admits a diesel heater might be worth it after all. Our Gear Focus this week nerds out on micro power stations, featuring the surprisingly capable Anker Solix C300 DC—a tiny-but-mighty “power bank on steroids” that can run a fridge in a pinch and might be the ultimate beginner power station for overlanders. We compare it against competitors from EcoFlow and Jackery, talk real-world uses, and highlight who this form factor is actually great for. Then we jump into this week’s Adventure App pick, Radio Chatter, and wrap with some random recommendations: Met Market’s pre-order cranberry sauce (trust Melody on this) and the Botches Offroad Podcast (trust Garrick on this). Happy Thanksgiving to our American audience—and thanks for riding along with us. 🦃🏕️ Links: https://www.youtube.com/@RemoteTrailsRadioMake QR CodesRoad Safety KitHow to make a better portable fridge cable video (Jasonoid YouTube)BougeRV Diesel HeaterAnker Solix C300 DCAnker Solix C300 DC on CostcoEcoflow Trail 300 DCJackery Explorer 240DRadio ChatterMet Market Advance Holiday Reservations “Cranberry Orange Sauce”Botches Offroad Podcast Send us a text Support the show Remote Trails Radio Instagram @remotetrailsradio Remote Trails Radio YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@RemoteTrailsRadio Opening music is Fun by Vibe Tracks https://goo.gl/Vb19cj

    54 min
  5. Ep 28: Power Mods, Island Playbook & PNW Trail Days

    11/11/2025

    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 cigarette lighter plugs keep letting overlanders down. Melody breaks down our Vancouver Island playbook—ferries (Black Ball vs. BC Ferries), border/dog docs, bear-country camp hygiene, and how we actually find great camps (Gaia/OnX/Trailforks/Backroads Mapbooks + Overland Trail Guides)—including the backup-your-pins lesson we learned the hard way. Plus quick PNW ride notes from Roslyn to Grand Ridge (hello, cougar signs), and gear fails & fixes (air compressor, tire gauges, and the case for a compact propane fire can). In this episode: DC-DC charging 101: stepping up voltage for real alternator wattsSolar realities, fridge “eco mode,” and solid DC5521 outputsVancouver Island logistics, reservations, and camp-scouting workflowPNW ride recaps: gravel loops & weeknight singletrackBear-country habits that actually helpGear talk: redundancy that matters (power, gauges, fire)Random Recs: Dessert hack: dates stuffed with almond butterThrift smarter: the Depop app for graphic tees & trail-town fitsRelevant Links: Remote Trails Radio on YouTubeRemote Trails Radio on InstagramEcoflow 220W Solar PanelBluetti Charger 1Timber BellJasonoid’s guide on creating a better 12V power cableSay hi on Instagram @RemoteTrailsRadio and catch episode uploads on YouTube—like & subscribe to support the show. Questions or trip tips? RemoteTrailsRadio@gmail.com Send us a text Support the show Remote Trails Radio Instagram @remotetrailsradio Remote Trails Radio YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@RemoteTrailsRadio Opening music is Fun by Vibe Tracks https://goo.gl/Vb19cj

    55 min
  6. Ep. 27 Halloween Spooktacular - Haunting Overland Stories & Creepy Wildlife Encounters

    10/27/2025

    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 smart, to cougar cries that sound like human babies, to the chilling darkness of lava tubes and an overland camp that may be cursed — this episode has it all. The trio dives into ghostly folklore, Sasquatch legends, and firsthand stories that’ll make you think twice before camping alone in the woods. Plus, they share a few not-so-scary recommendations, from powerful lights to binge-worthy shows perfect for spooky season. Grab your lantern, stoke the campfire, and settle in — it’s time for a Halloween adventure you won’t forget. 🎧 Topics include: Creepy wildlife encounters and strange campsite behaviorExploring Falls Creek Cave and the fear of total darknessSasquatch myths and mysterious happenings in the Olympic MountainsPersonal stories of “spooky camp bottom” and unexplainable vibesRandom recommendations for your next eerie-season adventure🔗 Links: Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization - 1-408-634-2376North West Mythologyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ws-FvRFMlFQCostco Infinity X1 LightsYellowjackets TV showEberlestock Fade SlingSend us a text Support the show Remote Trails Radio Instagram @remotetrailsradio Remote Trails Radio YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@RemoteTrailsRadio Opening music is Fun by Vibe Tracks https://goo.gl/Vb19cj

    44 min

  7. 10/13/2025

    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 showers, engine-bay steam cleans, and a close call that becomes a hard-earned route-planning lesson, this one’s packed. Plus: the gloriously flowy Olympic Adventure Trail, a jaw-dropping day around Windy Ridge on Mount St. Helens, Burley Mountain Lookout views for days, and two quick recs (free dog birthday swag and a language-learning kick).  RoadieWindow SockShokz OpenRun 2Shokz OpenComm2BlueParrott trucker headsetsAmazon ShowerHeated CupOpen Bay GarageAll the Best Pet CareDuoLingoWe're posting our videos to YouTube now. Check out episode one! Send us a text Support the show Remote Trails Radio Instagram @remotetrailsradio Remote Trails Radio YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@RemoteTrailsRadio Opening music is Fun by Vibe Tracks https://goo.gl/Vb19cj

    50 min

  8. 09/30/2025

    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 Georgie Lake, chasing fossils near Holberg, and paddling mirror-calm waters from Secret Bay to beautiful lakes. Along the way we meet Mark at the Holberg General Store, swap gear tips on Michelle’s modded 4Runner, and laugh through radio jokes while dodging tide lines and testing our rain gear in classic coastal weather. Whether you’re planning your own North Island overland loop or just want an armchair adventure, this episode is packed with practical stops, camp-cooking favorites, and plenty of trail camaraderie. Links: Rigs and AdventuresMoon Fabrications“Hot Hand Things” Oven GlovesNax’id’ PubArmadillo Bags by Giant LoopOutdoor Master Shark 2S paddle board electric pumpSend us a text Support the show Remote Trails Radio Instagram @remotetrailsradio Remote Trails Radio YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@RemoteTrailsRadio Opening music is Fun by Vibe Tracks https://goo.gl/Vb19cj

    1h 5m
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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.

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  • Creator
    Garrick & Melody
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Remote Trails Radio
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