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

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  Only 1% of Backpackers Can Do These 10 Things 14.09.2026 34мин

  Only 1% can do these 10 things that Jesse and Carl have observed over the years. And they’re not all good. Which skills, abilities, knowledge, efficiencies and gear do you have from this list? And what did they miss?
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  Backpacking Guides Have to RETEACH Clients These 3 Things with SUNNY STROEER 10.09.2026 48мин

  What does a professional mountain guide have to say to her clients to correct bad habits? Sunny Stroeer – premier adventurer – shares the 3 most common pieces of advice she has to reteach members of her backpacking crew.
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  The 6 Biggest Fears You're Still Packing with Alex Hatlevig 07.09.2026 53мин

  What are the 6 biggest fears you’re still packing? And what are you really afraid of? Alex Hatlevig joins the show to discuss the useless and semi-useless gear in your packs and what you can do or bring instead. Also, there are 3 things you’re not afraid of enough.
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  LLOYD VOGEL: Red Hot Outdoor Trends That Died This Year (and Some That Began) 31.08.2026 45мин

  There are some hot backpacking trends that are helpful, some that are dying and some that are just weird. Lloyd Vogel from Garage Grown Gear will share what he’s seeing from the retail side of this story. And Carl will have Lloyd react to his own ideas from what he’s seeing from the trail. Also, Carl accuses Lloyd of carrying a very awkward piece of gear.
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  DEAN KARNAZES: 3 Unorthodox Trail HACKS From the Ultramarathon Man 27.08.2026 32мин

  One of Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people, Dean Karnazes, joins the show to share some unorthodox trail hacks and crazy tales from the backcountry. This man has done so many adventures but that does not deter Carl from suggesting 3 more creative ideas for him.
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  10 Experts Share the #1 BEST GEAR Company (Hanson, Durston, Steven Smith, Ashby) 24.08.2026 28мин

  10 Backpacking experts from Steven Smith to Eric Hanson to Dan Durston to company owners weigh in with their #1 Gear Company. Which ones do you agree with and which ones do you question?
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  Ultralight SCAMS: Don't Fall For These Booby Traps 17.08.2026 47мин

  You might be getting scammed by companies, the ultralight narrative, or even yourself. Jesse and Carl have 8 ultralight backpacking scams that you might be falling victim to. And some of them are also ripping off Jesse and Carl. Also, can ‘Scam Trivia’ help save you some money?
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  BROOKE WHIPPLE 'Girl in the Woods': She Canoed the Yukon But Did Not Expect This to Happen... (TT) 13.08.2026 30мин

  One of the B&B favorites – Brooke Whipple – joins the show to discuss an unexpected and concerning experience on one of her backcountry adventures.
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  We Tested the NEWEST & Most POPULAR Tents. Which One is BEST? 10.08.2026 41мин

  Michael from ‘Open Air Problems’ joins the show to discuss the best new and most popular tents on the market. And he previews the latest Durston X-Dome Pro. Carl also shares a 1 star tent he owns.
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  2027 FUTURE GEAR That You'll Love - Sneak Preview w/ Outdoor Empire 03.08.2026 56мин

  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.
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  3 Cottage Gear Companies You Should Check Out! (Bonus Thursday) 30.07.2026 56мин

  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?
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  13 Weird SURVIVAL Tips You Need to Know w/ Gordon Crum (Grim Granite) 27.07.2026 42мин

  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.
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  6 Calculated RISKS That Will Really LIGHTEN YOUR LOAD! 20.07.2026 44мин

  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.
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  I Brought Gear I Think is DUMB to Yosemite -- This is What Changed My Mind 13.07.2026 41мин

  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.
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  STEVEN 'MY LIFE OUTDOORS': Backpacking SECRETS Only the Pros Know 06.07.2026 59мин

  Steven Smith from ‘My Life Outdoors’ joins the show to help reveal backpacking secrets that took years to learn. He also gives compelling behind-the-scenes stories to his videos on quicksand and soon-to-be released videos that will knock your socks off. Also, Carl pitches four YouTube ideas to Steven.
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  BIG AGNES Co-Founder Bill Gamber: The Future of ULTRALIGHT GEAR (Bonus Thursday) 02.07.2026 34мин

  Big Agnes' Bill Gamber joins the show to discuss the path BA took to be at the front edge of the ultralight movement, what the future holds in the ultralight industry, what people think of when they hear 'Big Agnes', and which of the 3 products Carl pitches would BA most likely produce.
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  Top 10 Reasons YOU WILL QUIT on a Backpacking Trip w/ Christine Reed 29.06.2026 45мин

  What are the top 10 reasons you will quit on a backpacking trip, thru hike or just regular hike? And how can you avoid them? Christine Reed joins the show to discuss experiences surrounding all of these issues. If you listen to this episode, you will never quit on a hike again (maybe).
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  Yosemite SAR Shares SHOCKING but True Wilderness Tales w/ Moose Mutlow (Throwback Thursday) 25.06.2026 38мин

  Yosemite Search and Rescue Operator Moose Mutlow joins the show! He might literally be the most interesting man in the world. Share in the crazy stories he shares with his experience on the job as well as the critical feedback he gives Carl about being a frequent flyer in the SAR network. This is one you won’t want to miss.
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  12 Signs You Don't Know What You're Doing on a Backpacking Trip 22.06.2026 51мин

  Have you seen some weird stuff out on the trail like we have? We’ve got 12 signs that you (or somebody you know) simply doesn’t know what they’re doing. And don’t worry, we’ve got the solutions to overcome these odd situations.
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  DAN DURSTON: Harsh Truths Behind the Ultralight Gear You're Buying 15.06.2026 51мин

  Dan Durston joins the show to discuss the harsh truths behind the ultralight gear you’re buying. This is a real behind-the-scenes look at how the gear industry really works. There are a lot of misconceptions, lies and false accusations out there. Durston tries to shed some light in these dark places. Also, Jesse and Carl pitch Dan on the next great piece of Durston Gear.