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EPISODE · Dec 9, 2025 · 55 MIN

Beyond the Trailhead Podcast Ep. 1 | Near Zero Creator & CEO Talks Backpacking & Camping Gear

from Beyond The Trailhead · host craig obrist

🎙️ Beyond the Trailhead PodcastGuest: Scott Jensen — Founder & CEO of Near ZeroJoin us for a deep and inspiring conversation with Scott Jensen, the creator and CEO of Near Zero, a company on a mission to make lightweight, high-quality backpacking gear more accessible and user-friendly.In this episode, we dive into Scott’s outdoor roots, how the famous DEAN backpack came to life, and what it takes to grow a gear brand that truly serves the hiking community. We’ll also talk about Near Zero’s new rental program, their latest product updates, and the future of ultralight adventure gear.Whether you’re a seasoned thru-hiker, weekend backpacker, or just curious about the business of outdoor gear — this episode is packed with insights and stories you won’t want to miss.🔗 Connect with Near Zero🌐 Website: https://nearzero.co📖 About: https://nearzero.co/pages/about📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nearzero_outdoors📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nearzerogear▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nearzero_outdoors💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/near-zero✅ Don’t forget to:• Drop a comment — what part of Scott’s journey inspired you?• Share this with your trail-partner or hiking groupThanks for tuning in — let’s go beyond the trailhead!#BeyondTheTrailhead #NearZero #Backpacking #OutdoorGear #Podcast

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