EPISODE · Sep 27, 2025 · 39 MIN
Hilltop Packs - Ben McMillan and Tim Buckley (Part II)
from Hiker Trash Radio · host Bleav + Doc
In this episode of Hiker Trash Radio, Doc sits down with Ben McMillan and Tim Buckley of Hilltop Packs. The conversation begins with an exploration of Ben's favorite hiking destination, Dolly Sods in West Virginia, highlighting its diverse environments and unique history. They share gripping stories from their hiking adventures, including an intense encounter with lost hikers in Dolly Sods. The discussion then shifts to the origin story of Hilltop Packs, from its inception as a side project involving Ben's daughters to its growth into a successful business amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Ben and Tim also provide valuable hiking tips and insights, discuss their favorite outdoor media, and reflect on the importance of enjoying the journey while staying prepared and safe on the trails. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What this episode covers
Founder Ben McMillan and resident wild man Tim Buckley of Hilltop Packs take a brief break from outfitting adventurers and drop into the Hiker Trash Radio Studio with Doc to talk some trail. Settle in and buckle up as these two cover a ton of territory in this episode, including discussions of voices in the dark, wearing six headlamps, roll-top fanny packs, 13-ounce stools, loins, angry realizations, Dolly Sods, gear shop fan boying, the Black Hills, the Badlands, and, of course, the Hilltop Packs story. An instant classic. (This is Part II. Be sure to listen to Part I.)
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Hilltop Packs - Ben McMillan and Tim Buckley (Part II)
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