194. Nic (Darwin on the Trail) - Failure, Creativity & the Trail Ahead
Nic Rakestraw (Darwin on the Trail) returns to My Back 40 for an honest conversation about adventure filmmaking, backpacking, bikepacking, and what happened during his 2026 Tour Divide attempt. We unpack the lessons that come from scratching one of the world's toughest ultra-endurance races, the role failure plays in growth, and how creativity shapes both adventure and storytelling. Nic also shares the story behind Evolved Supply Co., his new outdoor gear company, and what it takes to build products for people who live for the trail. If you're into bikepacking, backpacking, endurance cycling, thru-hiking, the Tour Divide, and meaningful conversations about resilience, this episode is for you.
It's always a pleasure speaking with Nic. Lots of laughs in this one so I hope you enjoy. Remember to send voice notes: Whip out your device, record me something, and send it to myback40podcast@gmail.com.
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