On our first THROWBACK THURSDAY, famous Youtuber Dan Becker joins the show to discuss gear choices he wish he bought sooner based upon a series of videos he's put out over the last couple years. Carl agrees with some of his choices but gives some pushback on others. Derek seems to agree with all of Dan's choices...even when they contradict prior statements made by him on the show. Also, feedback about Derek's REI purchase history is shared...and it is more surprising than you might think (or at least more surprising than Carl was expecting). GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to get bonus episodes, videos, and priority invites to B&B "events!" It's a safe and secure way to support your favorite content providers. https://www.patreon.com/backpackingandblisters To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Instagram and Facebook pages. @backpackingandblisterspodcast https://www.facebook.com/backpackingandblisters or email: [email protected] Backpacking Gear Best Backpacking Gear Backpacking Trip Planning Hiking Gear Best Hiking Gear Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brooke is back! One of the most popular guests of last season, Brooke Whipple joins the show to share about her Yukon canoe adventure, her latest off-grid projects, and some interesting (and surprising) obstacles that came up along the way. As always Brooke brings an encouraging, you-can-do-it vibe that is so inspirational. Inspired by her recent ranking in Bathroom magazine, Derek tries his hand at Magazine Trivia. Check out Brooke’s Awesome YouTube Channel ‘Girl in the Woods’: https://www.youtube.com/@therealgirlinthewoods Follow Brooke on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlinthewoodz/?hl=en Some of the topics discussed: -Canoeing the Yukon River -Surprising & Unsuspecting Alaskan Obstacles -Off-grid Builds -The TV Show Alone GET BONUS SEGMENT FROM THIS SHOW & BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 40 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek and Carl discuss the new gear from some of the biggest backpacking companies. Carl had a chance to sit down with reps from various brands to hear about the latest and greatest backpacking gear of 2024 and beyond. Hear if from the source! How does Carl ask the tough question to the company he’s been poking fun at for years? Also, Derek is up to his usual antics with trivia. Some of the topics discussed: -New 2024 Backpacking Gear -Mystery Ranch and Deuter Backpacks -MSR Titanium Mugs/Pots and Stoves -The latest edition to the Platypus Filter -Gear by the Game-Changing Company Grayll GET BONUS SEGMENT FROM THIS SHOW & BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 40 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam ‘Shade’ Carter joins the show to discuss one of the most interesting backpacking stories we’ve heard to date. He’s 21 years old. His goal was the hike the calendar year Triple Crown (PCT, AT, CDT). He wanted to do this with a 3lb base weight. How did it go? What were the biggest challenges and how did he overcome them? Find out on this week’s show. Also, how will Derek do with 3lb trivia? Some of the topics discussed: -Backpacking Base Weights -Ultralight Backpacking Gear -Appalachian Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, Continental Divide Trail -How to Carry Extra Food…When You’re Out of Room Follow Sam on Instagram GET BONUS SEGMENT FROM THIS SHOW & BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 40 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek and Carl discuss legit trip planning and gear tips that are helpful, controversial, and, sometimes, questionable. Are these the cheat codes you’ve been looking for to go on your bucket list trips? Probably. Hopefully. Also, does Derek really know what he’s talking about with these tips? Finally, Derek has trivia this week. What crazy questions will he ask this time? Some of the topics discussed: -Backpacking Permit Hacks -‘Required’ Backpacking Gear That’s Not Really Required -Alcohol Stoves -Forest Ranger Showdowns GET BONUS SEGMENT FROM THIS SHOW & BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 40 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Kelley from The Backpacking Podcast joins the show as a guest host to discuss backpacking gear we used to hate, but now we like. Carl accuses John of intentionally sabotaging the upcoming Red River Gorge Patreon trip. And Carl confesses to purchasing something he told everybody to avoid. Also, some serious punishments are on the line for Terrible Products Trivia. Some of the topics discussed: -Tents vs. Hammocks -Synthetic vs. Down -Sun Hoodies -Dreaded Nalgene Bottles GET BONUS SEGMENT FROM THIS SHOW & BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 40 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

‘Frozen’ from Frozen’s Outdoor Adventures joins the show to discuss an array of relevant backpacking topics. As an Appalachian Trail thru hiking veteran who is about to embark upon the Pacific Crest Trail, Frozen shares some crazy stories and backpacking knowledge that will give you at least a couple of important takeaways. Derek and Carl somehow relate the conversation with Frozen to some serious grocery store talk. And Carl has thru hike lingo trivia for Derek. Some of the topics discussed: -Increasingly Your Sawyer Filter’s Life Expectancy -How to Hike More Miles Without Increasing Injury Risk -Backpacking Luxury Items Worth Bringing for the Long Haul -Flextail Gear Check out Frozen’s Amazing YouTube Channel Follow Frozen on Instagram GET BONUS SEGMENT FROM THIS SHOW & BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 40 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Epic bushcraft expert Joe Robinet joins the show! What are the 3 essential bushcraft skills every outdoorsperson should know? Joe will tell you. And how to Derek and Carl measure up with these skills? Joe also shares stories about meeting Survivorman Les Stroud in a Blockbuster Video and he responds to Carl’s outlandish scenarios for future video ideas. And finally, it’s a Derek trivia week. You know what that means! Some of the topics discussed: -Backpacking and bushcraft skills -The TV Show Alone -The craziest reactions from an eclectic audience Check out Joe Robinet’s Amazing YouTube Channel Follow Joe Robinet on Instagram GET BONUS SEGMENT FROM THIS SHOW & BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 40 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek and Carl discuss some of the nonsense backpacking advice that’s lingering around the internet, or in your local gear store. Carl sites specific sources that may surprise you. Derek references his ‘friends around’ as supposed experts. Either way, what are they saying and what is the correct advice? Derek and Carl with set you straight. Also, a surprise guest joins the show (audio apps only) to challenge the guys on a recent episode. Some of the topics discussed: -Backpacking sleep systems to get better sleep -Proper packing for food -Appropriate and inappropriate luxury items -Proper backpacking clothing options GET BONUS SEGMENT FROM THIS SHOW & BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 40 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a rare second episode this week! Todd & Ashlie Martin from the current season of the Amazing Race join the show to discuss some of the life challenges, physical challenges and fun stories from the show. Follow Todd & Ashlie on Instagram! Check out all things Amazing Race on Todd & Ashlie's YouTube Channel! GET BONUS SEGMENT FROM THIS SHOW & BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 40 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Backpacking Tech Gear Expert Cris ‘Hiking Guy’ Hazzard joins the show to discuss the latest and greatest GPS locator beacon devices. Are phones rivaling the capabilities of these devices to the point where we don’t even need them? Which one is the best GPS device to buy for functionality and overall bang for your buck? Cris has answers for everything! And what type of ‘hazardous’ trivia did Derek cook up this time? Some of the tech gear & topics discussed: -Garmin inReach Mini 2 -Motorola Defy Satellite Link -Zoleo Satellite Communicator -Overwatch Rescue Insurance Check Out Cris’ Awesome YouTube Channel Check out the Hiking Guy Website GET BONUS SEGMENT FROM THIS SHOW & BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 40 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Backpacking Gear Expert Justin Outdoors joins the show to discuss red flags for popular ultralight backpacking gear that he consistently recommends. Carl brings up a few red flags of his own. Poor fitting jackets, backpacks that pool water in pockets, sleeping pads that are too thin are just a few things items discussed. Justin also recommends his top ultralight gear choices and previews new gear coming out in 2024. Carl also accuses Justin of making up a story about a bear sighting. Some of the gear discussed: -REI Helix Sleeping Pad: https://bit.ly/47GxVDU -Zpacks Plex Solo tent -REI Flash 55 Backpack: https://bit.ly/48GEKGF -Mountainsmith Zerk 40 Backpack -Bogler Trowel Some of the topics discussed: -Ultralight backpacking gear -Backpacking backpacks, sleeping pads, tents, quilts and more! -Brand new 2024 gear -A potentially fictional bear story Check Justin’s Awesome YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JustinOutdoors Follow Justin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinoutdoors/?hl=en GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek and Carl discuss backpacking trends for 2024 that they believe will not last. Everything from shoe brands to ultralight gear. Derek has a minor meltdown during ‘Trend Trivia’. Some of the topics discussed: -Hiking shoe brands -Backpacking Rain Gear -Ultralight Backpacking Gear -Intentional Overpacking GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessica ‘Dixie’ Mills from Homemade Wanderlust joins the show to discuss an intense survival experience she had in the Sawtooth Mountains of Idaho. She shares 3 lessons she learned from the event as well as the ongoing battle with rescue costs. And how did her backcountry CPAP machine work? Some of the topics discussed: -Using the Garmin InReach for rescue -Garmin Insurance -Backpacking Gear -New rankings by Backpacking Magazine Check out Dixie’s Top Backpacking Youtube Channel Follow Dixie on Instagram! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Garmire joins the show. He has set FKTs (Fastest Known Times) on some of the most popular long trails in America: The Colorado Trail, the John Muir Trail, the Arizona Trail, and many, many more. He is one of the most interesting characters in the world of backpacking. Is he the Michael Jordan of backpacking? You be the judge. Some of the topics discussed: -Stories from Unsupported long trails -Being charged by a Moose -Gear that worked and failed over thousands of miles -The most interesting way to run a 5K Follow Jeff Garmire on Instagram! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rob Pelton's joins the show to discuss why your bucket list trips will fail...and how to overcome the issues. Also, are Canadian computer hackers helping people get permits. And Rob has a big and exciting announcement! Check out Rob’s Awesome YouTube Channel Follow Rob on Instagram Check out RNWY and reach out for a sample from Dan the Founder GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This was originally released as a bonus episode on Patreon earlier this year. Derek and Carl discuss whether this is a legitimate ultralight strategy or a crazy myth. Check out Paka Socks as reviewed by B&B Correspondent Jendiana! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek and Carl discuss recent real and absurd events in the outdoor world. You will not believe some of these crazy happenings! Check out the FieldSheer 2.0 Merino Wool Socks reviewed in this episode! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek and Carl discuss the latest and "greatest" gadgets on the market. Are the helpful, are they game-changers or are they simply a waste of time and money? Also, clips from the latest Patreon trip are shared. Most of the group has some interesting things to say about how things went down. Some of the gadgets mentioned: Flextail Zero Fire Maple FMS-300T Stove Motorola Defy Satellite Link Cardo Packtalk Outdoor GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Film-maker, story-teller, YouTuber Elina Osborne of New Zealand joins the show to discuss some of her amazing experiences on the world's long trails. Additionally she recaps some of the gear that's stood the test of time and use...and the gear that has not. Also, Elina shares a story about coolers that saved her life while Derek shares one that almost cost him his life. Check out Elina's awesome YouTube Channel! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Doc, from the podcast Hiker Trash Radio, joins the show and shares 5 of his best stories from the amazing guests he's had over the years. They truly are impressive stories. References to Jeff Garmire, Alex Honold, and Lael Wilcox. Check out Hiker Trash Radio on your favorite podcast app! Follow Doc on Instagram! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stunt woman, adventurer, award-winning film-maker Alice Ford joins the show to discuss everything from backcountry stunts to hugging wild penguins. Please check out Alice's Awesome YouTube Channel Follow Alice on Instagram GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The story of the 'Fastest Known Time' attempt in Yosemite is here! Derek and Carl discuss the challenges, the gear and the interesting scenarios that happened on the long 50 mile day. Rocky joins the show to share his perspective. And segments from the episode with Jeff Pelletier are shared in to find out if Rocky and Carl took his advice...or paid the consequences. GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek and Carl have Gear Designer and Company Owner Dan Durston on the show to discuss advances in ultralight tents, upcoming gear for 2024 and the origin story of a cottage gear company. Check out Durston Gear for some great ultralight options. Check out Dan's documentary on one of his Bob Marshall Wilderness Open adventures! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek and Carl interview and discuss two companies that they think can help you with gear, bringing newbies, saving time, providing good food options, and, possibly, determining how much food you should bring. Check out Aaron's company Backcountry Foodie! Check out Scott's company Near Zero! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rowan Smith from Summit Strength joins the show to discuss trail tips, MMA, and much more! Check out Rowan's Summit Strength Personal Training Program. Check out Rowan's Awesome Podcast: Training for Trekking! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek is back on a regular basis! And now they're willing to come clean about their biggest dumpster fire trip. Many of these events have been referenced on the show, but it is absolutely nuts that they had all of these things happen on a single, four day trip. Pierre (from Malta) shared a comment in the Tidbits Section. Check out his YouTube Channel. GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek and Carl discuss a big variety of topics regarding wild animals with Zoologist Ashley Cole-Wick. This was originally released in Season 5. GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mason Gravley, host of the Adventure Sports Podcast, joins the show to discuss some of the biggest pieces of advice, inspirational messages and exciting stories from the world's greatest adventurers. Check out Mason's awesome podcast! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek and Carl revisit the July trip from the perspective of gear successes and failures. How does some gear hold up after years of use? What broke? Would Derek recommend the trekking poles he destroyed? Some of the Gear Discussed Sea to Summit Pillow Big Agnes Copper Spur Tent Pinnacle Freeze Dried Meals Salty Britches Anti-Chaffing Cream Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad REI Rain Pants GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

YouTuber Rob Pelton joins the show to co-host and discuss 10 ridiculous items you might have in your pack (but shouldn't). Agree or disagree? Check out Rob's Awesome YouTube Channel! Follow Rob on Instagram! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek and Carl 'break down' the data released by Garmin and share some of the interesting stories that involve pushing the red button. Also, somehow, Derek and Carl were able to get ahold of an actual SOS call made from a Sat phone. Garmin Website GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matty Outdoors joins the show to guest host and discuss everyone's favorite topic -- Ultralight Backpacking Gear! Please Check Out Matty Outdoors' Awesome YouTube Channel! You can follow Matty Outdoors on Instagram! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame! Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back from Banff, Canada, Derek and Carl discuss the challenges, pitfalls and major blunders of the recent trip. Justin Outdoors joins the show to share his perspective. One member got so angry he intentionally broke a trekking pole on a rock. Check out Justin's Gear Priority Podcast! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Kelley & Nathan 'Backpacker-ish' Reitsema join the show to discuss some less common and somewhat controversial backpacking myths that should be busted. Check out Backpacker-ish's awesome YouTube Channel and Instagram! Check out John Kelley's awesome YouTube Channel and The Backpacking Podcast! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame! Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the second (and final) installment of the Outdoor Retailer Show, Derek and Carl discuss well-known companies that have new releases, up-and-coming companies that have products you should consider. Included in the conversation are companies such as Honey Stinger, Soto Stoves and... -CEP Compression -Ovation Foods -Lemongrass Farms GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame! Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Appleton from the '46 if 46 Podcast' joins the show to share his stories and wisdom about conquering those summits. Check out James' awesome podcast! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame! Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek is back and better than ever! Are we being deceived by gear companies or just general beliefs about certain pieces of backpacking gear? Derek and Carl pull back the curtain and reveal the TRUTH! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame! Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Parrish joins the show to co-host while Derek is away. Carl and Andy discuss the BEST tips for bringing or being a new backpacker. This is for trip planners, newbies and everyone in between. Check out Andy's Awesome YouTube Channel! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame! Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek and Carl discuss all sorts of gear mistakes they've made, you've made, we've all made...and how to fix them. Derek gives Carl advice about first aid kits. And Carl doesn't understand adjustable trekking poles. GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame! Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek, Carl and B&B Correspondents Mike & Jen interview a variety of companies at the Outdoor Retailer Show! There's new gear, some potential price gouging and solution to some of your nagging trail problems. GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame! Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek and Carl discuss multiple 'top 6 lists' that just might give you some good backpacking ideas. Also, Carl tries to ask Derek som Lists Trivia questions that are 'Derek quality'. Some of the Items Discussed on the Show -Thermacell -Moon Cheese -BeFree Water Filter -Black Diamond Spot Headlamp -Peak Refuel Meals GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame! Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Garmin InReach2 Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the most uncomfortable things about going backpacking is having to go to the bathroom -- #2 specifically. After releasing a comprehensive episode about this task last season, Derek and Carl were flooded with questions and scenarios that will now be addressed. You won't believe what was asked. GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame! Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes - Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ian Adamson -- adventure racer, TV show producer, event coordinator and one of Carl's adventure heroes -- joins the show to discuss everything from adventure tips to the birth of the reality television (including some interesting shows he was a part of). Derek does his best to embarrass Carl. Check Ian Adamson's website! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame! Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes - Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Pelletier joins the show to discuss shaving weight, ultralight strategies, and to give advice to Carl about some of his controversial gear decisions about an upcoming adventure. Derek is amused by Jeff's reactions to Carl's ideas. Check out Jeff's awesome YouTube Channel! Gear Reviewed this episode: LMNT Electrolyte Powder GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame! Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes - Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek and Carl will test your trail manners, etiquette and behavior with carefully crafted quiz questions. They'll also test each other. Are you (or they) a trail Scuzzball? GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame! Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes - Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Darwin from Darwin Onthetrail Youtube Channel joins the show to discuss everything from tips for a great adventure and awkward trail encounters to his new gear company. Check out Darwin's Awesome Youtube Channel Darwin's lineup of brand new gear can be found here! Check out Darwin's Podcast: Outdoor Evolution! GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  To stop or reduce back sweat, check out our wonderful sponsor: Vaucluse Gear Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes - Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek is back and better than ever! Derek and Carl discuss two wild animal stories, the chances you will get attacked when out on the trail, and how to handle actual faceoffs with various wild animals. GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 BONUS episodes of B&B that you can get by supporting us on Patreon. It's safe and secure and it helps us put out more content.  Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame! Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!  To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…     Facebook: Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast                       Email: [email protected]                            Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you! Our Favorite Gear Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight) Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips) Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad Jetboil Stash Jetboil Flash MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Sawyer Squeeze Black Diamond Spot Helinox Chair Zero Big Agnes Copper Spur Nemo Hornet Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes - Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices