Backpacking & Blisters: A Hiking, Backpacking, and Adventure Show

Derek and Carl discuss some things that you simply can't overcome on the trail -- minor or major annoyances. Do these bother you as well?Some of the Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear -Navigation Tips and Skills -Blister Causes -Fellow trail users and companions -TriviaGET BONUS EPISODES! 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 other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast.Check out BlendJet for making your smoothies. And use 'backpacking12' for 12% off and free shipping.To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Derek and Carl break down 8 movie characters that seem to sum up some interesting companions that have been on your trips. There's some good, some bad, and some you want to avoid altogether. Some of the Topics Discussed -Trip Planning -Navigation Tips and Skills -Basic Social Skills -Movie Characters -Trivia GET BONUS EPISODES! 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 other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Youtuber Justin Outdoors joins the show to discuss his best game changing gear picks as well as an encounter with a bear that wanted to kill him. Also, was Villain Jesse a villain to Justin? And Derek returns to form with his trivia questions. Check out Justin's Youtube Channel! Some of the Gear Discussed -Trekology 2.0 Pillow -Tito Titanium Spoon -Outdoor Research Astroman Sun Hoodie -Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes -Garmin inReach Messenger GET BONUS EPISODES! 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 other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brice, an entrepreneur and CEO of Vaucluse Gear, joins the show to discuss innovative and unique ideas for the outdoor community. Brice shares his own product which seeks to solve the problem of back sweat while also giving feedback to Derek and Carl about their own "innovative" ideas. See below for a full description of Brice's product! Visit WWW.VAUCLUSEGEAR.COM to order a Cool-Dry Frame today. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VaucluseGear/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vauclusegear/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@vauclusegear/ Some of the Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear -Preventing Back Sweat -Multiple uses for gear -Backpacking gear companies -Vaucluse Gear GET BONUS EPISODES! 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 other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

'As the Crow Flies Hiking' (Brad Felton) joins the show to co-host and debate the best gear options in 4 different categories. Check out Crow's Content! It's great! -Instagram: @Asthecrowflieshiking -Youtube -Facebook Some of the Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear -Backpacking Tents: Nemo, Zpacks -Backpacking Backpacks: Granite Gear, Hyperlite Mountain Gear -Backpacking Sleeping Pads: Nemo, Thermarest -Backpacking Stoves: Jetboil, BRS GET BONUS EPISODES! 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 other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Famous backpacker Emily Ford joins the show to discuss the documentary of her winter thru hike of the Ice Age Trail. Villain Jesse co-hosts and has very strong reactions about hiking solo and how to unfreeze a Nalgene. Also...'Dog Trivia'. Emily Ford's Documentary: Breaking Trail on Outside + @Emilyonthetrail Website: https://www.emilyontrail.com/ Check out Jesse's GDT Trailer and Episode 1. They're great! Some of the Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear -Backpacking -Ice Age Trail in Wisconsin -Backpacking with Dogs -Trail Angels GET BONUS EPISODES! 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 other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Villain Jesse joins the show to conduct a reverse interview. He shares some of his biggest blunders from his Great Divide Trail video series. Derek and Carl discuss how to handle missing gear, bears that can open bear lockers, and much more. Check out Jesse's GDT Trailer and Episode 1. They're great! Some of the Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear -Backpacking -Great Divide Trail (GDT) -Bears, Food Storage and Bear Survival GET BONUS EPISODES! 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 other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Derek and Carl have scoured the libraries of American and the trillions of pages of internet resources to give you 4 insane stories of human survival. How would Derek and Carl handle these situations? How would you? Also, how will Derek do at 'Survivor Trivia'? Some of the Topics Discussed -Survival Stories -Backpacking -Survival Tips -Survivor...3 Different Ways GET BONUS EPISODES! 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 other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John Kelley and Jeremiah Stringer join the show for a podcast competition. Backpacking tips, trivia and Derek's nonsense ensue. Who won? You be the judge!John Kelley's Youtube Channel and Instagram PageJeremiah Stinger's Youtube Channel and Instagram PageSome of the Topics Discussed -National Parks -Backpacking Gear -Backpacking Trip PlanningGET BONUS EPISODES! 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 one of our latest sponsors, Athletic Greens, to improve your health.Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast.Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals!To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Derek and Carl take you on a trip that had the makings of disaster. In this unique, narrative-based episode a recent trip to the Grand Tetons is chronicled with the few (and remaining) people who were actually willing to go despite impending bad weather. Some of the Topics Discussed -Grand Teton National Park -Backpacking Gear -Backpacking Trip Planning -Backpacking in bad weather GET BONUS EPISODES! 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 one of our latest sponsors, Athletic Greens, to improve your health. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rowan Smith from Summit Strength joins the show and drops pearls of wisdom about challenges with training. Per tradition, Carl throws his own ideas at Rowan to see if any of his outside-the-box strategies are any good. Check out Rowan's Training for Trekking Podcast and the Training for Trekking Facebook Page. Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear & Snacks -Training Tips -The Problem with Stair Stepping Machines -The Next Great Podcast Challenge GET BONUS EPISODES! 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 one of our latest sponsors, Athletic Greens, to improve your health. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Devin Ashby from the Backcountry Exposure joins the show to discuss his experiences with his latest Youtube Video about bad habits and mistakes for backpackers. Carl takes the opportunity to challenge Derek on his own mistakes during trivia. Some of the Topics Discussed -Waymark Gear -Backpacking Gear -Backpacking Trip Planning -Nemo Sleeping Pads, Platypus Quickdraw GET BONUS EPISODES! 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. New Sponsor: Magic Spoon. Get $5 off with coupon code 'backpacking' Check out one of our latest sponsors, Athletic Greens, to improve your health. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Derek and Carl run down a list of 10 ridiculous things that have been promoted on Bear Grylls' survival show. Which of these would Derek actually be willing to do? Some of the Topics Discussed -Survival Dos and Don'ts -Survival Skills -Tips for Newbies GET BONUS EPISODES! There are over 25 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. New Sponsor: Magic Spoon. Get $5 off with coupon code 'backpacking' Check out one of our latest sponsors, Athletic Greens, to improve your health. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Season 6! In this episode Dan Becker, Sean "Shug" Emery, John Kelley, Rocky Brown and more guests weigh in with their best backpacking tips. Some of the Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear -Trip Planning and locations -Tips for NewbiesGET BONUS EPISODES! There are over 25 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. New Sponsor: Magic Spoon. Get $5 off with coupon code 'backpacking'Check out one of our latest sponsors, Athletic Greens, to improve your health.Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast.Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals!To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Derek and Carl discuss the best tips for taking the younger ones -- many of which you probably have not heard. Many of these tips apply to spouses, girlfriends/boyfriends and newbies. Some of the Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear -Trip Planning and locations -Tips for Newbies, kids, teens, spouses, etc. GET BONUS EPISODES! There are over 25 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. New Sponsor: Magic Spoon. Get $5 off with coupon code 'backpacking' Check out one of our latest sponsors, Athletic Greens, to improve your health. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob Burgoin joins the show as a co-host. A number of interesting and unexpected stories emerge from a recent trip Rob took with Carl. Even though he met Rob just prior to the trip, Carl did not hold back with giving Rob as much nonsense as he could handle. Some of the Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear -New to backpacking -Fanny packs, Toothbrush shaving, Fake Rangers GET BONUS EPISODES! There are over 25 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 XOSKIN Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Check out our latest sponsor, Athletic Greens, to improve your health. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Derek and Carl discuss experiences from the trail (and beyond) to determine if these are legit life hacks or foolish decisions that could get people into trouble. Also, a friend of the show calls Derek out on his poor trivia questions. And Derek calls Carl out on an awkward interview moment with somebody he knows quite well. Some of the Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear -Off trail navigation -Road tripping and gas stations -Product Review: CAMP Sunglasses GET BONUS EPISODES! There are over 25 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 XOSKIN Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Check out our latest sponsor, Athletic Greens, to improve your health. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Three gear companies join the show for this jam-packed episode. Derek and Carl have found two gear companies that they think might be helpful to you and one that Carl feels is price gouging everyone. Also, can shirt sleeves make good tent pole stuff sacks and why are mustaches coming back so strong? And how will Derek do at 'Word Puzzle Trivia'? Some of the Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear -Backpacking Accessories -DIY Backpacking Gear -Garmin inReach Locator Beacon Check out Chicken Tramper Gear and follow them @chicken_tramper_gear USE COUPON CODE 'bnb15' for 15% off! Check out Salty Britches and follow them @getsaltybritches GET BONUS EPISODES! There are over 25 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 XOSKIN Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Check out our latest sponsor, Athletic Greens, to improve your health. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There is A LOT to learn from the extremely strenuous July trip this year. Derek leads the interview to figure exactly what happened in the Pacific Northwest this year. Carl challenges Derek to commit to future trips. And what basic piece of gear did most of Carl's family go without on a recent excursion? Some of the Topics Discussed -AllTrails App -Gear Options -Pacific Northwest Backpacking -Food choices -Trip Planning -Bad Trail Intel Revenge GET BONUS EPISODES! There are over 25 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 XOSKIN Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Check out our latest sponsor, Athletic Greens, to improve your health. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! Check out the BEST backpacking fishing pole option: REYR GEAR To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Author Christine Reed joins the show to talk about all things backpacking and life. Fun, heart-warming and self-reflective moments from her book, Alone in Wonderland, make for a very engaging conversation with the author. And Carl calls out Derek on a big time trivia blunder. Follow Christine Reed on Instagram: @ruggedoutdoorswoman Some of the Topics Discussed -What's in Christine's Pack -Gear Options -Wonderland Trail -Colorado Trail -Appalachian Trail -Identity and purpose as a backpacker and an adult GET BONUS EPISODES! There are over 25 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 XOSKIN Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Check out our latest sponsor, Athletic Greens, to improve your health. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! Check out the BEST backpacking fishing pole option: REYR GEAR To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jesse from Backcountry Forward joins the show as a guest host to discuss common mistakes new backpackers, and sometimes veterans, will make. Also, Jesse makes a pretty hefty accusation about Carl's next trip. Some of the Topics Discussed -Shaving Pack Weight -Gear Options -Mood Boosters -Trip Planning GET BONUS EPISODES! There are over 25 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 XOSKIN Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Check out our latest sponsor, Athletic Greens, to improve your health. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! Check out the BEST backpacking fishing pole option: REYR GEAR To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Derek and Carl try to shave more weight from backpackers who are WAY OVERPACKED! Tupperware Mike and Craftroom Jason literally weigh in with their packs, gear, and decisions. Can the podcast help these guys trim their packs? Some of the Topics Discussed -Shaving Pack Weight -Gear Options GET BONUS EPISODES! There are over 25 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 XOSKIN Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! Check out the BEST backpacking fishing pole option: REYR GEAR To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ranger Ann joins the show to talk everything from taking the law into your own hands to the hopeful end of WAG bags. Also, why is the ranger station trail intel so bad and are there secret trails that rangers know about? Special thanks to Tupperware Mike for helping conduct the interview! Some of the Topics Discussed -Trip Planning -Permits and permit violations -Backpacking Gear -National Parks -Capitol Reef National Park (click to check it out!) GET BONUS EPISODES! There are over 25 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 XOSKIN Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! Check out the BEST backpacking fishing pole option: REYR GEAR To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Derek and Carl break down weight savings vs. convenience and make a case for both sides of this debate. But there's one piece of gear they suggest everyone should always bring themselves. Also, Carl challenges Derek with outdoor song-themed trivia. Some of the Topics Discussed -Cutting Pack Weight -The most/least durable gear -The strongest arguments for and against sharing gear GET BONUS EPISODES! There are over 25 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 XOSKIN Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! Check out the BEST backpacking fishing pole option: REYR GEAR To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We attended this summer's OR Show and picked out the best gear we could find. On-site interviews, gear reviews and the story about Carl finally connecting with Buff are included in this jam-packed, gear-packed episode. There's something for everyone! Some of the Gear Discussed -Jetboil MiniMo -Thermacell Mosquito Repeller -Mystery Ranch Bridger 65 Backpacking Pack -Fox River Socks -Cusa Tea/Coffee Drink Mix Packets -Vargo Bot 700 Titanium Mug/Pot GET BONUS EPISODES! There are over 25 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 XOSKIN Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! Check out the BEST backpacking fishing pole option: REYR GEAR To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tayson from Outdoor Vitals joins the show to discuss some of the biggest gear mistakes you might be making. Gear choices can impact your comfort, performance and overall trip enjoyment. Carl and Tupperware Mike suggest their own ideas to Tayson. Also, what has Tayson's long beard been caught in? Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear Mistakes -Newest Backpacking Gear from Outdoor Vitals GET BONUS EPISODES! There are over 25 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 XOSKIN Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Find gear to 'Live Ultralight' with Outdoor Vitals! Check out the BEST backpacking fishing pole option: REYR GEAR To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] And please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shug joins the show to talk about everything from hammocks to spam to trail food ideology. If you know Shug then you know there's never a dull moment in this interview! Some Topics Discussed Include: -Backpacking Gear -Backpacking Hammocks -Backpacking Food -Calling Search and Rescue Check out Shug's Youtube Channel!: https://www.youtube.com/user/shugemery GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com Check out the BEST backpacking fishing pole option: www.reyrgear.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Should I bring bear spray in black bear country? Can I burn toilet paper in my cat hole? Can Derek name a national park (other than Yosemite)? These are just the tip of the iceberg of questions here. Topics Discussed: -Bear Spray and Black Bears -Leave No Trace with toiletries -National Parks -Backpacking Skills -Trail Dates -And much more GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com Check out the BEST backpacking fishing pole option: www.reyrgear.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What are the small essentials? How big should your knife be? Are portable batteries becoming a necessary part of backpacking? Derek and Carl are joined by Tupperware Mike for this gear-based episode that somehow encompasses strange alternatives to chapstick. Topics Discussed -Best Backpacking Gear -Backpacking Gear List -Best Hiking Gear-Backpacking for beginners to advanced hikers 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] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode explores using gear in creative ways and learning how to handle gear more efficiently to make for more successful trail days. How do you fill that darn filter bag with the small hole? Are there light weight hygiene options? Should you be aware when others are taking care of their business? These questions and much more will be addressed. Also, is there Giardia dirt? 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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What is the worst decision you've ever made on the trail? Perhaps this episode will make you feel better about that. Derek and Carl highlight some humorous trail blunders that might catch you by surprise. The latest Lifestraw filter is reviewed. And Rocky weighs in about Chia seed water. 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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thru hiker Jackie Krueger joins the show to share some of the most unique, surprising and downright crazy hiking experiences Derek and Carl have ever heard. And if you've listened to the show enough, that's really saying something. Also, is Carl still bitter about something that happened on a trip 4 years ago? Derek think so. Check out Jackie @jakrueger and jackiekruegerphotography.com/ Our Latest Video: Can This Device Save Your Life - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zyAp7_VC-I&t=21s GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com Check out the BEST backpacking fishing pole option: www.reyrgear.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happened when Derek and Carl took 10 others to Canyonlands? A lot! Surprising stories come out as they review 9 pieces of gear they tested. And also, what did they do right and what did they do wrong? Our Latest Video: Can This Device Save Your Life - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zyAp7_VC-I&t=21s GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What 6 Conspiracy Theories have a direct impact upon your gear purchases, trail enjoyment and backcountry knowledge? Or, which ones are just generally interesting. Derek and Carl take a crack at it. Our Latest Video: Can This Device Save Your Life - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zyAp7_VC-I&t=21s GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com Check out the BEST backpacking fishing pole option: www.reyrgear.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is there a way to level up your trip plans to create a unique type of adventure? Derek, Carl and fellow adventurer, Matt, suggest 4 different structures to consider. Also, is a backpacking chore chart appropriate? Our Latest Video: Can This Device Save Your Life - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zyAp7_VC-I&t=21s GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com Check out the BEST backpacking fishing pole option: www.reyrgear.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can you drop a few pounds on a trip? Derek and Carl think so! They each give their top 4 weight loss tips as it relates to the trip (completely unqualified by a nutritionist). And Derek even has one of the weirdest hydration suggestions you've ever heard. Gear Reviewed on This Episode: Nathan Safer Run - https://bit.ly/3vkX1a0 Our Latest Video: How to Avoid a Death March - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1KiQywikHs&t=60s GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com Check out the BEST backpacking fishing pole option: www.reyrgear.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can Derek and Carl lighten your load? They examine the gear and decisions of 3 backpackers from different states to identify areas of improvement. Is their advice legit or nonsense? You be the judge! Also, Derek has a very interesting trivia answer regarding Utah geography. Our Latest Video: How to Avoid a Death March - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1KiQywikHs&t=60s GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. For the BEST lightweight fishing pole check out: Reyrgear.com Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hiking season is heating up! Will Derek, Carl and guest host Jesse have some gear options that peak your interest for your upcoming miles? Also, why does Jesse talk to himself in bear country? And what does he say? Some of the gear discussed: Nathan Safer Run - https://bit.ly/3vkX1a0 Lifestraw Peak Squeeze - https://bit.ly/3jzPrTy Unpaste Durston Tents Waterproof Memo Books Thru Notes Nite Ize Cam Jam XT - https://bit.ly/3vmcJSt Seasense Safety Blaster Rawlogy Cork Ball Nitecore Battery Our Latest Video: How to Avoid a Death March - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1KiQywikHs&t=60s GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How can you make your trips better/more efficient/smoother/funner? And who doesn't trust the advice of a podcast that uses the word 'funner'? Derek and Carl weigh with their pro tips and ask for your advice to solve a situation that's been plaguing them. Our Latest Video: Why I Hate the Buff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3nliPge1LI GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do bugs tick you off? Then this episode is for you! Brian Anderson AKA 'The Tick Terminator' joins the show to talk about bug avoidance and destruction. Also, are Trapper Shacks safe? Can your dyer kills bugs? Check out the Tick Terminator's Best Prevention Methods: www.thetickterminator.com GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Does Derek or Carl have any suggestions that can help make one of the more uncomfortable parts of backpacking more...comfortable? It's time to find out! Both hosts relay new tips and backpacking gear that might make your time with the cathole a little bit better. GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Who doesn't want an episode about fishing from two guys who don't fish? Fortunately backcountry fishing expert Derek Roedel joined the show to both ease your mind about learning a new skill with his encouraging and achievable tips as well as discuss an 11 oz versatile new fishing pole. Get all sorts of tips, tutorials and the latest backcountry pole on the market at: www.Reyrgear.com And check out this very helpful post about how to find those fish: https://reyrgear.com/blogs/news/how-to-find-fish GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is there any gear you wished you hadn't bought? Learn from Derek and Carl's mistakes and don't buy the items that have failed them (and continued to fail them in some cases). Also, can Derek pass 'License Plate Trivia'? GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do backpacking myths and old wives tales drive you the make decisions about gear and backcountry actions that are simply incorrect? Derek and Carl bust a large number of myths to make your backpacking adventures better and more efficient. Also, does Derek have reasonable trivia questions this time? Probably not. GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What are the biggest risks on the trail (not counting wild animals or monsters)? Derek and Carl address 7 trail pitfalls and how to overcome them. An imposter ranger harrasses a backpacker and then somehow calls into the show. Also, Derek tries to overcome 'Geography Trivia' after his recent claim about Czechoslovakia still being a country. GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is a good quality base layer a game changer? Yes! Derek and Carl explore what they think is the best option: XOSKIN. Kroy Taughinbaugh joins the show to talk about blister prevention, chafing prevention, stink prevention and base layer advancements. Also, can you go 200+ miles without changing or washing your socks? And Derek asks if base layers can wick away urine. GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How will you respond when the 8 events discussed in this episode happen to you or someone you know? Derek and Carl discuss the tough circumstances they've encountered, how they might have been avoided and what do in response. But let's be honest, is the list that Derek came up with really that horrible? And how does Carl respond to Derek's 'Name That Sound' trivia that goes as you can expect. GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Does base weight really matter if your total pack weight is too heavy? Derek and Carl give a list of tips and tricks to get your pack under 30lbs (or to simply reduce your pack pack). What can you get rid of? What should you replace? And what should you upgrade? Also, Carl accuses Derek of creating the worst trivia questions...ever. Do you agree? GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters 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 our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What gear is worth purchasing this year? Gear expert Dan Becker answers that and a host of other questions that range from gear breakdowns to an absurd question by a surprise guest. Join Dan Becker on a backpacking trip by clicking here!!!! GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What is the worst trail you've traveled? What is the worst piece of gear you've used? What is the worst backcountry meal you've had? Derek and Carl pull from the wisdom of the Trust the Trail podcast and discuss the worst things we think our fellow adventurers should avoid. GET MORE EPISODES! There are over 80 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. Patreon.com/backpackingandblisters Check out XOSKIN.US Base Layers for premium quality clothing that will help you on the trail! Use coupon code 'backpacking' for 10% off. Get the BEST device on the market: Zoleo.com. Use coupon code 'BACKPACKING' for free device activation! Check out our other wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast. Live Ultralight with Outdoor Vitals! OutdoorVitals.com To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page, @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast on Instagram or email: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.