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EPISODE · Dec 29, 2025 · 30 MIN

Compress the Suck - Cameren "Chef" Abila and LEVE Outdoor Co. (Part II)

from Hiker Trash Radio · host Bleav + Doc

In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, host Doc interviews Cameren 'Chef' Abila from LEVE Outdoor Co. Chef shares his journey from initially planning to hike the PCT to undertaking shorter, intense hikes due to family commitments. His adventures include grappling with elevation sickness on Mount Whitney and tackling the Tahoe Rim Trail in just over four days. Chef also discusses the inception and growth of his outdoor gear company, LEVE Outdoor Co., which he co-founded with his grandmother. The episode is filled with hiking tips, personal stories, and insights into balancing family life with a passion for the outdoors. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Thru hiker and founder of LEVE Outdoor Co. sits down with Doc for some studio time to talk gear and Type II Fun. Settle in and buckle up as Chef discusses the secret of not counting worn weight ounces, hair-raising experiences, Evolution Valley, prototype testing, trail sushi, a luxury weight of 7 pounds, death chutes, 68-mile days, starting a company with his grandma, and how savor those short trips compressed with suck. Epic. (This is Part II. Be sure to listen to Part I.)

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