Mt. St. Helens isn’t just a climb — it’s a walk into the story of a living volcano. In this episode of Off You Pop, we take you from the quiet forest of Climber’s Bivouac to the boulder fields, ash slopes, and the jagged crater rim of US11: the Helens Pop.

You’ll learn why this route is a Blisterpop classic, how the 1980 eruption reshaped the landscape, and what it means to climb through a place defined by destruction and renewal. We break down the full route — forest warmup, hands‑on boulder scrambling, the loose pumice grind, and the final push to the steaming crater rim — with the pacing, psychology, and clarity you need for a safe, meaningful ascent.

If you’ve ever wanted to stand on the edge of creation, this is your guide.
US11. Mt. St. Helens. A climb into the mouth of a volcano.

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A loop through granite cathedrals and glacial lakes — the Teton Pop is one of the most complete alpine days in North America. In this episode, we walk the full Paintbrush–Cascade Canyon Loop: the quiet shoreline of String Lake, the waterfalls and wildflowers of Paintbrush Canyon, the turquoise bowl of Holly Lake, the steep climb to Paintbrush Divide, the descent into the amphitheater of Lake Solitude, and the long, flowing return through Cascade Canyon.

You’ll learn why this route matters, how to stage your day from Jackson, what risks to respect (snow, weather, wildlife), and how to move through the high country with confidence. We break down the full narrative arc of the loop — from the first steps in the forest to the moment the entire Teton Range opens beneath you on the Divide.

If you’re looking for a single‑day adventure that blends alpine drama with accessible beauty, this is your Pop. A journey through granite, glaciers, and one of the most iconic mountain basins in the country.

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The Glacier Pop takes you onto one of the most iconic traverses in North America: the Highline Trail. This episode walks you through the full narrative arc of the day — from stepping onto the cliffside ledge at Logan Pass to moving along the Garden Wall, resting at Granite Park Chalet, and descending to The Loop with the Continental Divide at your back.

You’ll learn why the Highline is more than a hike: it’s a psychological journey through exposure, beauty, and perspective. We break down the landscape, the logistics, the weather patterns, and the risks that shape this route, giving you the clarity you need for a confident, meaningful day in Glacier National Park.

If you’re drawn to big views, big feelings, and the quiet courage of moving through wild places, this Pop delivers. When you’re ready to walk the spine of the continent… off you pop.

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Longs Peak isn’t just a mountain — it’s a rite of passage.
In this Off You Pop episode, we take you step‑by‑step through the Keyhole Route: a climb that begins in quiet forest, rises into alpine tundra, crosses the jagged Keyhole, and weaves through the Ledges, the Trough, the Narrows, and the Homestretch before topping out at 14,259 feet.

You’ll learn why this route matters, how to stage your day from Estes Park, what risks define the climb, and how to move through each section with clarity and confidence.
This episode blends cinematic storytelling with practical, field‑ready guidance — plus the psychological architecture that helps you imagine your future self standing on the summit.

If you’re the kind of person who seeks meaning over ease, who wants a story worth telling, and who’s ready to step through the gates of the mountain… the Rocky Mountain Pop is waiting.

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Longs Peak.
A climb through the gates of the mountain.

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The Tahoe Five Peaks Challenge — the T5 — is one of the hardest one‑day peak challenges in America. Five summits. Fifty miles. More than thirteen thousand feet of climbing. And a tour of the Tahoe Basin in a single push.

In this episode, we walk the entire challenge together: the peaks, the strategy, the logistics, the landscape, and the psychology behind why the T5 exists. You’ll learn the four official versions of the challenge — the T5 Trail Run 24, the T5 24‑Hour Hike, the T5 Weekender, and the T5 One‑a‑Day — and how to choose the one that fits your style.

We break down each summit in order: Mt Rose in the dark, Granite Chief at dawn, Tallac as the emotional midpoint, Freel as the highest and hardest, and Genoa Peak as the final push under the stars. You’ll hear how to pace the day, how to manage transitions, how to fuel, and how to keep your head in the game when fatigue sets in.

The T5 isn’t just a physical challenge — it’s a tour of the entire Tahoe Basin, a pilgrimage through volcanic ridges, granite spires, alpine lakes, and high‑desert escarpments. It’s a test of planning, grit, humility, and heart. And when you finish, you understand something about yourself that you didn’t know at Mt Rose.

If you’re ready to take on the Tahoe Five Peaks Challenge — in one day, two days, or five — this episode gives you the full blueprint. Five summits. One day. One basin. Off you pop.

Learn more or register your attempt at: www.tahoe5peaks.com

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In this episode of Off You Pop, we take you on a walkthrough of the Aspen Pop — the legendary Four Pass Loop around the Maroon Bells. This is one of the most iconic alpine circuits in North America: a 27‑mile, four‑pass odyssey through wildflower basins, glacial valleys, red‑rock spires, and the high, thin‑air world of the Elk Mountains.

You’ll move through the entire emotional and physical arc of the loop:
• The quiet, pre‑dawn start at Maroon Lake
• The steep climb to Buckskin Pass — your commitment point
• The wildflower explosion of West Maroon Basin
• The exposed ridgelines of Frigid Air Pass
• The dramatic switchbacks above Snowmass Lake
• The final push over Trail Rider Pass — the psychological crux
• The long, rolling descent back to the Bells

Along the way, we explore the geology, human history, logistics, risks, and weather patterns that define this high‑alpine route.

If you’re the kind of person who seeks meaning over mileage, story over stats, and transformation over ease, this episode will show you exactly why the Aspen Pop is one of the crown jewels of the US21.

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US7: Aspen Pop. A circuit through the high wild heart of the Elk Mountains. Off you pop.

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In this episode of Off You Pop, we take you on a full, cinematic walkthrough of the Yosemite Pop — the legendary climb up Half Dome via the Mist Trail. This is one of the most iconic single‑day ascents in America: a 16‑mile journey through roaring waterfalls, steep granite, deep forest, and the famous cables that lead to Yosemite’s most unforgettable summit.

You’ll move through the entire emotional and physical arc of the route:
• The cool, dark start at Happy Isles
• The roar and spray of Vernal and Nevada Falls
• The quiet reset of Little Yosemite Valley
• The steep granite world of the subdome
• The hand‑over‑hand ascent of the Half Dome cables
• The 360° Sierra panorama from the summit
• The long, glowing descent past the waterfalls

Along the way, we explore the geology, human history, logistics, risks, and psychological beats that make Half Dome a true rite of passage. Woven throughout the episode are the Blisterpop identity cues and future‑self hooks that help you see yourself on this route — not someday, but soon.

If you’re the kind of person who seeks meaning over mileage, story over stats, and transformation over ease, this episode will show you exactly why the Yosemite Pop belongs on your US21 journey.

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US6: Yosemite Pop. A climb through waterfalls, granite, and sky. Off you pop.

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In this episode of Off You Pop, we pull back the curtain on one of the biggest creative decisions in the Blisterpop universe: how we chose the 21 hikes that define America and make up the US-21 series.

This isn’t a list episode. It’s a story episode — the origin of the US‑21. We walk through the criteria, and the logic behind building a national challenge that’s epic but human‑scale. You’ll hear why certain routes made the cut, and how each Pop earned its place as a chapter in a larger American narrative.

If you’ve ever wondered how to design a challenge that feels iconic, inclusive, and transformative — or if you’re preparing to take on your first Pop — this episode gives you the full story behind the story.

Learn more or start your US‑21 journey at:
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Episode: How We Chose the 21 Hikes That Define America.
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