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Patrick Stangbye – Ultra-Trail Athlete & Creative Director of PORTAL

Author
Aaron Shimmons
Published
Thu 21 Aug 2025
Episode Link
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/trailtalkshow/episodes/Patrick-Stangbye--Ultra-Trail-Athlete--Creative-Director-of-PORTAL-e36jg0q

Patrick Stangbye is a Norwegian ultra-trail athlete and the creative director at PORTAL – a brand redefining high-performance outdoor gear. In this episode, we talk about his unique path blending art direction and mountain running, his work behind PORTAL’s minimal and functional aesthetic, and how he approaches long days in the mountains.

Expect insights on:

  • Building PORTAL from the ground up
  • Life as a designer and athlete
  • Balancing creativity with high performance
  • The Scandinavian approach to mountain culture
  • Running, gear, design, and identity

Whether you’re into trail running, creative work, or independent outdoor brands – this episode is for you.

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