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

Chase Fly from Outdoor Empire and Carl got a preview of future outdoor and backpacking gear coming 2027. They each picked their favorite 4 pieces that they’re most excited about and discuss the highlights (and lowlights). Also, Chase has one of the weirdest non-backpacking skills you’ve ever heard.

Some of the Gear The Discussed

-Nemo Hornet Update and New Tent

-New Rab Quilt

-Ultralight Osprey Thru-Lite Backpack & Other Updates

-Therm-a-rest Sleeping Pads (the Trail Mix)

Check out Chase’s Cool Cooler Video Discussed!

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If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: backpackingblisters@gmail.com

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Check out Magnet Designs for the best, US-made backpacking clothing on the market!

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Our Favorite Gear

Quilt: Enlightened Equipment Revelation Quilt

Sleeping Bag: Thermarest Parscec 20

Ultralight Backpack: Zpacks Arc Haul

Full Comfort Backpack: Gregory Baltoro

Free-Standing Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba HD

Ultralight Tent: Nemo Hornet 

Sleeping Pad (for warmth): Exped Ultra 6.5R

Full Comfort Pad: Therm-a-Rest Neo Loft

Stove: MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Water Filter: Katadyn BeFree

Multi-Use Layer: Magnet Designs Bend Alpha 90 Hoodie

Headlamp: Black Diamond Spot

PLB: Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus

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Cottage companies in the outdoor world are on the rise! This episode features 3 that are up and coming. They’re innovative, creative and just solid good people. Two of them have gear in Carl’s pack on every trip this summer. But...can they help you?

The Companies Discussed

-Igneous Gear

-Magnet Designs

-ULA Packs

If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: backpackingblisters@gmail.com

The ‘SUMMIT ANSWER’ comes from our latest partner, Summit Something! Get your sustainable, keepsake summit flags here!

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Our Favorite Gear

Quilt: Enlightened Equipment Revelation Quilt

Sleeping Bag: Thermarest Parscec 20

Ultralight Backpack: Zpacks Arc Haul

Full Comfort Backpack: Gregory Baltoro

Free-Standing Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba HD

Ultralight Tent: Nemo Hornet 

Sleeping Pad (for warmth): Exped Ultra 6.5R

Full Comfort Pad: Therm-a-Rest Neo Loft

Stove: MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Water Filter: Katadyn BeFree

Multi-Use Layer: Magnet Designs Bend Alpha 90 Hoodie

Headlamp: Black Diamond Spot

PLB: Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus

Watch: Garmin Instinct 3 Solar Watch

 

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Whether you’re waiting for help to arrive after pressing the red button or you’re looking to hone your survival skills, Gordon and Carl share 13 weird survival tips that just might save your life. Also, Gordon shares some strange stories he’s investigating for his environmental true crime channel. And they are strange.

Some of Topics Discussed

-Weird Survival Tips

-Best (and worst) Backcountry Safety Practices

-Easily Learned Survival Skills

Check out the Gordon Crum Channel for Environmental True Crime!

Check out the Grim Granite Channel for Survival Tips and Gear!

If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: backpackingblisters@gmail.com

The ‘SUMMIT ANSWER’ comes from our latest partner, Summit Something! Get your sustainable, keepsake summit flags here!

Check out Magnet Designs for the best, US-made backpacking clothing on the market!

Enlightened Equipment: Check out the best Ultralight Quilts on the market!

GET BONUS SEGMENTS & EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 50 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.

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Our Favorite Gear

Quilt: Enlightened Equipment Revelation Quilt

Sleeping Bag: Thermarest Parscec 20

Ultralight Backpack: Zpacks Arc Haul

Full Comfort Backpack: Gregory Baltoro

Free-Standing Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba HD

Ultralight Tent: Nemo Hornet 

Sleeping Pad (for warmth): Exped Ultra 6.5R

Full Comfort Pad: Therm-a-Rest Neo Loft

Stove: MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Water Filter: Katadyn BeFree

Multi-Use Layer: Magnet Designs Bend Alpha 90 Hoodie

Headlamp: Black Diamond Spot

PLB: Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus

Watch: Garmin Instinct 3 Solar Watch

 

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Are you trying to lighten your backpacking load? You’ve heard all of the same strategies…until now! Carl and Jesse have 6+ calculated risks that you could take to really reduce pack weight. And we’ve got new backpacking gear products that might be up your alley.

Some of Topics Discussed

-Reducing Backpacking Weight

-The Top 5 Best Ways to Reduce Pack Weight

-New Backpacking Gear and Food

If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: backpackingblisters@gmail.com

The ‘SUMMIT ANSWER’ comes from our latest partner, Summit Something! Get your sustainable, keepsake summit flags here!

Check out Magnet Designs for the best, US-made backpacking clothing on the market!

Enlightened Equipment: Check out the best Ultralight Quilts on the market!

GET BONUS SEGMENTS & EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 50 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.

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Our Favorite Gear

Quilt: Enlightened Equipment Revelation Quilt

Sleeping Bag: Thermarest Parscec 20

Ultralight Backpack: Zpacks Arc Haul

Full Comfort Backpack: Gregory Baltoro

Free-Standing Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba HD

Ultralight Tent: Nemo Hornet 

Sleeping Pad (for warmth): Exped Ultra 6.5R

Full Comfort Pad: Therm-a-Rest Neo Loft

Stove: MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Water Filter: Katadyn BeFree

Multi-Use Layer: Magnet Designs Bend Alpha 90 Hoodie

Headlamp: Black Diamond Spot

PLB: Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus

Watch: Garmin Instinct 3 Solar Watch

 

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Carl brought 7 pieces of gear to Yosemite that he’s been poking fun at for a while now. He gave everything a fair shake. Which pieces of “dumb gear” actually changed his mind? Also, a game-changing sleeping pad is reviewed and the story of an awesome prank is shared.

Some of Gear Discussed

-Exped Ultra 6.5R

-Igneous Nobo Water Bottle

-Gossamer Gear Little Sit Pad

-Gossamer Gear Bumster

-Aardwolf Spoon Cover

-Cam’s Tent Stake Pusher

If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: backpackingblisters@gmail.com

The ‘SUMMIT ANSWER’ comes from our latest partner, Summit Something! Get your sustainable, keepsake summit flags here!

Check out Magnet Designs for the best, US-made backpacking clothing on the market!

Enlightened Equipment: Check out the best Ultralight Quilts on the market!

GET BONUS SEGMENTS & EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 50 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.

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Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast

Email: backpackingblisters@gmail.com

Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com

Our Favorite Gear

Quilt: Enlightened Equipment Revelation Quilt

Sleeping Bag: Thermarest Parscec 20

Ultralight Backpack: Zpacks Arc Haul

Full Comfort Backpack: Gregory Baltoro

Free-Standing Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba HD

Ultralight Tent: Nemo Hornet 

Sleeping Pad (for warmth): Exped Ultra 6.5R

Full Comfort Pad: Therm-a-Rest Neo Loft

Stove: MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Water Filter: Katadyn BeFree

Multi-Use Layer: Magnet Designs Bend Alpha 90 Hoodie

Headlamp: Black Diamond Spot

PLB: Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus

Watch: Garmin Instinct 3 Solar Watch

 

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