Off You Pop!
A hiking and adventure podcast for people who want to take on the best one‑day hikes in the United States. Off You Pop is the official podcast of BlisterPop Adventures, home of the US21 — a curated list of the most iconic single‑day hiking routes in America.
We cover everything from national park hikes, long‑distance day hikes, and high‑elevation routes to gear tips, training strategies, trail psychology, and real‑world logistics. Each episode breaks down a major hiking route with detailed guidance, safety insights, and immersive storytelling to help you plan your next adventure with confidence.
If you’re searching for the best hikes, hardest day hikes, bucket‑list trails, or expert hiking advice — this podcast is your starting point.
Keywords: best hikes in the US, hardest day hikes, national park trails, hiking tips, adventure planning, long‑distance day hikes, US21, BlisterPop Adventures, hiking routes, outdoor podcast.
Off You Pop!
Story Pop: Why I Failed Shorty's Well to Telescope Peak
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In this Story Pop episode, Philip shares the unfiltered truth of his failed attempt at the Death Valley Pop — the brutal ascent from Shorty’s Well to Telescope Peak. This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s a story about heat, navigation mistakes, fitness mismatch, and the moment a big dream meets a bigger mountain.
You’ll hear how the day began below sea level in the dark, how the route unraveled in the braided washes of Hanaupah Canyon, and how every wrong decision compounded the grade, the heat, and the effort. Philip breaks down the exact moment he realized he wasn’t going to make the summit — and what it felt like to turn around, descend in silence, and sit with the truth of the day.
This episode explores the deeper psychology of failure: how small errors cascade into big consequences, how confidence erodes when the terrain stops making sense, and how ambition sometimes outpaces preparation. .
If you’ve ever had a day go sideways in the mountains, or if you’re preparing for your own US21 journey, this episode is a reminder that failure isn’t the opposite of success. It’s part of the path.
Learn more about the US21 and the Death Valley Pop at:
www.blisterpopadventures.com
Story Pop: How I Failed Shorty’s Well to Telescope Peak.
Off you pop.