EPISODE · Oct 2, 2024 · 5 MIN
Meet Max Kiel
from Stories from The Trailhead · host Max Kiel
Exploring the intricacies of ultralight backpacking begins with understanding your gear and its role in your adventure. In this episode, Max Kiel, Customer Experience Manager at Hyperlite Mountain Gear, shares insights from his journey through the Appalachian Trail and the John Muir Trail, highlighting the importance of tailored gear for long-distance pursuits. Join us for a conversation about the connection between gear and experience, and how preparation can lead to freedom in the backcountry.Read the full article: https://hyperlitemountaingear.com/blogs/the-trailhead/whos-had-a-hand-in-your-gear-meet-customer-experience-master-max-kiel
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Exploring the intricacies of ultralight backpacking begins with understanding your gear and its role in your adventure. In this episode, Max Kiel, Customer Experience Manager at Hyperlite Mountain Gear, shares insights from his journey through the Appalachian Trail and the John Muir Trail, highlighting the importance of tailored gear for long-distance pursuits. Join us for a conversation about the connection between gear and experience, and how preparation can lead to freedom in the backcountry.
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