# Canyon Confessions 1: The Canyon DOESN’T CARE How Ready You THINK You Are

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Podcast: [The Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-grand-canyon-hiker-dude-show-6716320)
Published: 2026-07-22T07:01:00+00:00
Episode link: https://share.transistor.fm/s/85403090
Audio file: https://media.transistor.fm/85403090/0df3b611.mp3
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Duration seconds: 1141

## Resource

Real hikers. Real mistakes. Hard lessons from a place that does not care how ready you think you are. In the first Canyon Confessions bonus episode, Brian reads listener-submitted Grand Canyon mistakes from the Hike Club Grand Canyon community and adds his own trail-earned perspective on planning, rim-to-rim logistics, food, water, shuttle timing, mule ruts, overdoing it before the big hike, and the little decisions that can change everything below the rim. ***** The best way to support the show is by considering our top-of-the-line hiking packs for your next adventure, which Brian designed (and now uses) for all of his hikes. Our signature Rim2Rim Pack offeres 25L of storage in a running vest design (with front pockets and insulated hydration) that's built for serious miles. The new Canyon Elite 25 takes those same features and adds a hip belt for more support. Find out more and order yours at hiKin.club . ***** Please join Hike Club Grand Canyon on Facebook by clicking here . This is the official group of the Grand Canyon Hiker Dude Show, and it's a judgment-free zone full of interaction, information, and inspiration—it's simply THE place to get the best information in advance of your Canyon adventure. Join Brian, Coach Arnie, and most of the guests you've heard on the show in an environment created to answer your questions and help you have the best possible experience below the rim. It's completely free. ***** To reach Coach Arnie, you can call or text him (yes, really!) at (602) 390-9144 or send him a message on Instagram @painfreearnie. ***** Have an idea for the show, or someone you think would be a great guest? Reach out to Brian anytime at brian@hikin.club. ***** The Grand Canyon Shade Tracker is our gift to the Grand Canyon hiking community. This incredible i…

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