Ep80: Jackie & The Crazies: A Rim2Rim Masterpiece Marred By Sudden Tragedy
What started as a joyful Grand Canyon crossing for Jackie Kunkel and her crew—“The Crazies”—turned somber in the final stretch when they encountered the season’s first hiking fatality just 0.3 miles f...
21 Touko 202547min
Ep79 – The R3 Reality Check: Why Rim2Rim2Rim Isn’t Just Another Hike
Thinking about hiking Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim in a single day? Hold up. In this episode, Brian lays down a no-nonsense warning for anyone dreaming of the Grand Canyon’s vaunted “double crossing.” Even ultra...
14 Touko 202529min
Ep78: Day Hiker Vs. Backpacker With Jerry Crank And Scott DeBergh
They met below the rim, at the start of their separate bucket-list adventures. One was out for a day hike, the other a long backpacking trip. Today, Jerry Crank and Scott DeBergh reunite and reminisce...
7 Touko 20251h 1min
Ep77: Conquering The Canyon At 77 With Jerry Crank
It wasn't until about six months ago that Jerry Crank even thought of taking on the Grand Canyon. But, inspired by our group and fueled by a fitness kick that's changed his entire life, Jerry became a...
30 Huhti 202546min
Ep76: Reward Yourself After Your Hike! With John Haley
John Haley is a Canyon regular and a believer in giving yourself rewards when finishing your grand adventure. Today, a conversation from the top of Black Mountain on root beer floats and lessons learn...
23 Huhti 202552min
Ep75: The Great Rim2Rim Debate Of 2025 — With The Sudden Trail Closure, What Should You Do?
With the last-minute closure of the River Trail—and loss of all access to Bright Angel Trail for Rim2Rim hikers through Sept. 30, 2025—you might be wondering what your options are. In this special bon...
18 Huhti 202522min
Ep74: What Not To Do When Hiking The Canyon With The Marvelous Ms. Mary
As her quest for 200 Canyon hikes nears its climax, 74-year-old Ms. Mary fittingly stars in Episode 74 of the show, and shares her hard-earned wisdom—and her opinions on why it's never too late to hik...
16 Huhti 202557min
Ep73: BREAKING NEWS: Bright Angel Trail Closure And Its Potentially Dangerous And Deadly Impact On Rim2Rim Season
The National Park Service announced today that Bright Angel Trail will remain inaccessible for Rim2Rim hikers through September 30, a move that significantly alters plans for those planning their adve...
10 Huhti 202535min
