Backpacking & Blisters: A Hiking, Backpacking, and Adventure Show
519 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 218 ratingsAre you looking for adventure? We've got the best guests in the outdoor world, gear expertise, unbelievable stories...all lined with a sense of humor.
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118: The World’s Toughest Race with Sonja Wieck
November 30, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 156 MBThe World's Toughest Race (The Eco Challenge) is currently the best running adventure-based series on Amazon Prime. Sonja Wieck, from team Iron Cowboy, joins the show to discuss all things adventure. Dubbed the race "that eats Iron Men for breakfast" Sonja discusses all aspects of adventure and what it's like to have Bear Grylls give you some encouragement...from a helicopter. Also, how would Derek fair in such an event? Check out Sonja's podcast for more of these stories: "Tales of Toughnes...
118: SONJA WIECK: The World’s Toughest Race
November 30, 2020 12:00 - 1 hourThe World's Toughest Race (The Eco Challenge) is currently the best running adventure-based series on Amazon Prime. Sonja Wieck, from team Iron Cowboy, joins the show to discuss all things adventure. Dubbed the race "that eats Iron Men for breakfast" Sonja discusses all aspects of adventure and what it's like to have Bear Grylls give you some encouragement...from a helicopter. Also, how would Derek fair in such an event? Check out Sonja's podcast for more of these stories: "Tales of Toughnes...
117 - JESSE MANTAI: Spice Up Your Meals (Without a Spice Wheel)
November 23, 2020 13:00 - 53 minutesJesse from the famous Backcountry Forward Youtube channel joins the show as a guest host. He brings helpful tips and comedic genius to an episode that features uncommon and unexpected ways to improve your backpacking meals. Derek chimes in at the end with his ridiculous and embarrassing Thanksgiving Day story. 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 provider...
Episode 117 - Spice Up Your Meals (Without a Spice Wheel)
November 23, 2020 13:00 - 49 minutes - 90.3 MBJesse from the famous Backcountry Forward Youtube channel joins the show as a guest host. He brings helpful tips and comedic genius to an episode that features uncommon and unexpected ways to improve your backpacking meals. Derek chimes in at the end with his ridiculous and embarrassing Thanksgiving Day story. 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 provider...
117 - Spice Up Your Meals (Without a Spice Wheel)
November 23, 2020 13:00 - 49 minutes - 101 MBJesse from the famous Backcountry Forward Youtube channel joins the show as a guest host. He brings helpful tips and comedic genius to an episode that features uncommon and unexpected ways to improve your backpacking meals. Derek chimes in at the end with his ridiculous and embarrassing Thanksgiving Day story. 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 provider...
Episode 116 - A Series of Unfortunate Canyonlands Events
November 16, 2020 12:00 - 47 minutes - 87.4 MBDerek and Carl recount a series of bad decisions from preparation to execution that led to another backcountry debacle. Fellow adventurer, Nate from the July crew, joins the show to give his perspective on the decision-making. Derek plays referee. 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 pub...
116 - A Series of Unfortunate Canyonlands Events
November 16, 2020 12:00 - 52 minutesDerek and Carl recount a series of bad decisions from preparation to execution that led to another backcountry debacle. Fellow adventurer, Nate from the July crew, joins the show to give his perspective on the decision-making. Derek plays referee. 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 publi...
Episode 115 - "Small" Upgrades That Make a Big Difference
November 09, 2020 17:17 - 44 minutes - 80.9 MBDerek and Carl discuss "minor" adjustments that they've tried over the years that improved their outdoor adventures. The word "small" is in quotations because Carl's list involves items that are on the costly side while Derek's list involves two items that Carl challenges. In fact Carl claims that one of Derek's items is the worst answer he's ever given on the podcast while another of his items he's discussed at least 5 times. You be the judge. GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon ...
115 - "Small" Upgrades That Make a Big Difference
November 09, 2020 17:17 - 44 minutes - 80.9 MBDerek and Carl discuss "minor" adjustments that they've tried over the years that improved their outdoor adventures. The word "small" is in quotations because Carl's list involves items that are on the costly side while Derek's list involves two items that Carl challenges. In fact Carl claims that one of Derek's items is the worst answer he's ever given on the podcast while another of his items he's discussed at least 5 times. You be the judge. GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon ...
115 - ”Small” Upgrades That Make a Big Difference
November 09, 2020 17:17 - 48 minutesDerek and Carl discuss "minor" adjustments that they've tried over the years that improved their outdoor adventures. The word "small" is in quotations because Carl's list involves items that are on the costly side while Derek's list involves two items that Carl challenges. In fact Carl claims that one of Derek's items is the worst answer he's ever given on the podcast while another of his items he's discussed at least 5 times. You be the judge. GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon ...
Episode 114 - The Random Gear Box
November 02, 2020 16:03 - 41 minutes - 75.6 MBWe all have gear that's been collecting dust for years. What do we do with it? And are any of us at risk of becoming a gear hoarder? (Derek certainly thinks Carl has already crossed that threshold.) This episode discusses the various options we have for the gear we rarely use and how to evaluate its value. Derek and Carl dig through their own random gear boxes to basically judge each other based on the stuff they've kept. Also, are there some items you may have cast aside that could still be ...
114 - The Random Gear Box
November 02, 2020 16:03 - 45 minutesWe all have gear that's been collecting dust for years. What do we do with it? And are any of us at risk of becoming a gear hoarder? (Derek certainly thinks Carl has already crossed that threshold.) This episode discusses the various options we have for the gear we rarely use and how to evaluate its value. Derek and Carl dig through their own random gear boxes to basically judge each other based on the stuff they've kept. Also, are there some items you may have cast aside that could still be ...
Episode 113 - Cold Soaking & Other Terrible Ideas
October 26, 2020 14:12 - 39 minutes - 73.2 MBSeason 4 is underway! Derek and Carl kick things off by discussing some outdoor trends that simply are not very good. And, regarding Derek's list, "trends" is a term that should be used loosely. 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/messag...
113 - Cold Soaking & Other Terrible Ideas
October 26, 2020 14:12 - 44 minutesSeason 4 is underway! Derek and Carl kick things off by discussing some outdoor trends that simply are not very good. And, regarding Derek's list, "trends" is a term that should be used loosely. 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/messag...
Episode 112 - 10 Strangers In The Winds
September 14, 2020 16:42 - 59 minutes - 110 MBWhat happens when you invite 10 strangers to attend a backpacking trip in a remote part of Wyoming? The trip includes a high mileage day, a multiple mountain pass day, off trail scrambling, and elevations around 12,000'. Is this a recipe for disaster or an opportunity for a new adventure? Derek and Carl recap a unique trip filled with unique characters. Also, a new bad place to store bear spray (as evidenced by a spray victim) is discussed. GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to g...
112 - 10 Strangers In The Winds
September 14, 2020 16:42 - 1 hourWhat happens when you invite 10 strangers to attend a backpacking trip in a remote part of Wyoming? The trip includes a high mileage day, a multiple mountain pass day, off trail scrambling, and elevations around 12,000'. Is this a recipe for disaster or an opportunity for a new adventure? Derek and Carl recap a unique trip filled with unique characters. Also, a new bad place to store bear spray (as evidenced by a spray victim) is discussed. GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to g...
Episode 111 - Calling Upon Search & Rescue...for the 2nd Time
August 24, 2020 18:12 - 52 minutes - 96.5 MBDerek and Carl recount the narrative of the disastrous FKT attempt in Yosemite last summer. Carl thought pulling out of the event prior to the trip would help avoid a catastrophe. But did he actually cause one? Also, is the greatest National Parks SAR operation slightly inefficient? You be the judge. 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. To rea...
111 - Calling Upon Search & Rescue...for the 2nd Time
August 24, 2020 18:12 - 52 minutesDerek and Carl recount the narrative of the disastrous FKT attempt in Yosemite last summer. Carl thought pulling out of the event prior to the trip would help avoid a catastrophe. But did he actually cause one? Also, is the greatest National Parks SAR operation slightly inefficient? You be the judge. 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:/...
Episode 110 - Uncommon Gear Reviews & Trip Report
August 10, 2020 19:34 - 49 minutes - 90.5 MBBack from Ansel Adams Wilderness, Derek and Carl review a number of items not commonly referenced by most critics (including some that really have no business being on the trail). Carl challenges Derek about his contributions to the trip and insinuates that he might be the culprit of the "rock-in-the-pack" prank. In response to an odd trivia question, does Derek believe Mary and Joseph made their journey to Bethlehem 1000 years after Jesus was born? Check out PackIt Gourmet meals that were me...
110 - Uncommon Gear Reviews & Trip Report
August 10, 2020 19:34 - 50 minutesBack from Ansel Adams Wilderness, Derek and Carl review a number of items not commonly referenced by most critics (including some that really have no business being on the trail). Carl challenges Derek about his contributions to the trip and insinuates that he might be the culprit of the "rock-in-the-pack" prank. In response to an odd trivia question, does Derek believe Mary and Joseph made their journey to Bethlehem 1000 years after Jesus was born? Check out PackIt Gourmet meals that were me...
Episode 109 - On The Trail 2020
July 27, 2020 13:54 - 58 minutes - 107 MBDerek and Carl are out with the crew in Ansel Adams Wilderness. Each member offers up opinions and tips from their own experiences. Carl accuses Derek of putting a rock in his pack. Knowlton crafts a backcountry sailboat. And Rocky sings a song about maps. Check out PackIt Gourmet meals that were mentioned on this episode! Use BBPodcast for 15% off. 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 ...
109 - On The Trail 2020 with the Entire Crew
July 27, 2020 13:54 - 58 minutesDerek and Carl are out with the crew in Ansel Adams Wilderness. Each member offers up opinions and tips from their own experiences. Carl accuses Derek of putting a rock in his pack. Knowlton crafts a backcountry sailboat. And Rocky sings a song about maps. 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 r...
Episode 108 - How To Avoid 3 Common Hiking Problems
June 23, 2020 15:36 - 56 minutes - 104 MBIn the first summer episode, Derek and Carl are joined by Rowan from Summit Strength to address some common physical problems people experience on the trail. Rowan gives some options for how to better train and improve balance and strength to avoid these problems. Derek claims he rarely gets hurt and is challenged during trivia to identify some common and uncommon ailments. Check out Summit Strength to improve your trail performance! GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to get bon...
108 - How To Avoid 3 Common Hiking Problems with Rowan Smith
June 23, 2020 15:36 - 52 minutes - 106 MBIn the first summer episode, Derek and Carl are joined by Rowan from Summit Strength to address some common physical problems people experience on the trail. Rowan gives some options for how to better train and improve balance and strength to avoid these problems. Derek claims he rarely gets hurt and is challenged during trivia to identify some common and uncommon ailments. GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to get bonus episodes, videos, and priority invites to B&B "events!" It'...
108 - ROWAN SMITH: How To Avoid These 3 Common Hiking Problems
June 23, 2020 15:36 - 56 minutesIn the first summer episode, Derek and Carl are joined by Rowan from Summit Strength to address some common physical problems people experience on the trail. Rowan gives some options for how to better train and improve balance and strength to avoid these problems. Derek claims he rarely gets hurt and is challenged during trivia to identify some common and uncommon ailments. GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to get bonus episodes, videos, and priority invites to B&B "events!" It'...
Episode 107 - The Season Finale
June 03, 2020 12:00 - 51 minutes - 93.7 MBDerek and Carl cover a lot of ground in this episode. Derek challenges Carl to a What's that sound? game with backpacking related noises. Everyone listening can play along of course. A Farm to Feet sock review, Season 3 agreements, summer predictions and a big time announcement make up the rest of the episode...along with some mp3 tidbits and the Ham radio reaction. GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to get bonus episodes, videos, and priority invites to B&B "events!" It's a safe...
107 - The Season Finale
June 03, 2020 12:00 - 53 minutesDerek and Carl cover a lot of ground in this episode. Derek challenges Carl to a What's that sound? game with backpacking related noises. Everyone listening can play along of course. A Farm to Feet sock review, Season 3 agreements, summer predictions and a big time announcement make up the rest of the episode...along with some mp3 tidbits and the Ham radio reaction. GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to get bonus episodes, videos, and priority invites to B&B "events!" It's a safe...
Episode 106 - The First 40 Miles
May 25, 2020 16:22 - 1 hour - 122 MBThe pioneers of the backpacking podcast join the show to reflect upon the ups and downs of their trail experiences. Heather and Josh from the First 40 Miles podcast share about their biggest trail fears, their most controversial statements, and how to determine Jelly Belly flavors when blindly putting them into your mouth. 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 co...
106 - The First 40 Miles
May 25, 2020 16:22 - 1 hourThe pioneers of the backpacking podcast join the show to reflect upon the ups and downs of their trail experiences. Heather and Josh from the First 40 Miles podcast share about their biggest trail fears, their most controversial statements, and how to determine Jelly Belly flavors when blindly putting them into your mouth. 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 con...
Episode 105 - The Junk Drawer of Backpacking
May 18, 2020 14:51 - 48 minutes - 89.4 MBWhat is the junk drawer of backpacking? And why do we put so many different items there? Derek and Carl each suggest tips for organizing a particular area of your pack better -- what you should be putting there and what you should not. Derek, of course, suggests something that he doesn't do himself and violates backcountry rules. Also, Carl got ahold of an interesting item that Derek had previously brought up in trivia -- the Selk bag! GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to get bo...
105 - The Junk Drawer of Backpacking
May 18, 2020 14:51 - 51 minutesWhat is the junk drawer of backpacking? And why do we put so many different items there? Derek and Carl each suggest tips for organizing a particular area of your pack better -- what you should be putting there and what you should not. Derek, of course, suggests something that he doesn't do himself and violates backcountry rules. Also, Carl got ahold of an interesting item that Derek had previously brought up in trivia -- the Selk bag! GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to get bo...
Episode 104 - Backpacking Shark Tank
May 11, 2020 14:26 - 1 hour - 119 MBThe concept of Shark Tank revolves around entrepreneurs pitching their inventions to potential investors. Derek and Carl have come up with their own backpacking creations that they pitch to their own version of a shark, Tayson from Outdoor Vitals. Are any of these "products" viable? Also, Tayson challenges everyone to come up with names for upcoming OV products for some free gear. GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to get bonus episodes, videos, and priority invites to B&B "even...
104 - Backpacking Shark Tank
May 11, 2020 14:26 - 1 hourThe concept of Shark Tank revolves around entrepreneurs pitching their inventions to potential investors. Derek and Carl have come up with their own backpacking creations that they pitch to their own version of a shark, Tayson from Outdoor Vitals. Are any of these "products" viable? Also, Tayson challenges everyone to come up with names for upcoming OV products for some free gear. GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to get bonus episodes, videos, and priority invites to B&B "even...
104 - Backpacking Shark Tank with Tayson Whittaker
May 11, 2020 14:26 - 1 hourThe concept of Shark Tank revolves around entrepreneurs pitching their inventions to potential investors. Derek and Carl have come up with their own backpacking creations that they pitch to their own version of a shark, Tayson from Outdoor Vitals. Are any of these "products" viable? Also, Tayson challenges everyone to come up with names for upcoming OV products for some free gear. GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to get bonus episodes, videos, and priority invites to B&B "event...
Episode 103 - B&B Radio
May 04, 2020 13:59 - 1 hour - 139 MBA variety of topics are discussed on this "call-in" show where fellow adventurers pose questions and comments about all things backpacking. 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. Latest B&B video: Part 2: How to Find a Sasquatch - The Encounter(s) To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on our Facebook page. or emai...
103 - B&B Radio
May 04, 2020 13:59 - 1 hourA variety of topics are discussed on this "call-in" show where fellow adventurers pose questions and comments about all things backpacking. 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. @backpackingandb...
Episode 102 - Where to Hide Your Wallet & Other Weird Tips
April 27, 2020 15:22 - 1 hour - 117 MBDo you pack your wallet or hide it in the car? How do you overcome a trail argument? How do you keep chips intact? This is just scratching the surface for the series of tips shared from Derek, Carl and many of their fellow adventurers. Also, Derek finds some unexpected items you may or may not have heard of. 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....
102 - Where to Hide Your Wallet & Other Weird Tips
April 27, 2020 15:22 - 1 hourDo you pack your wallet or hide it in the car? How do you overcome a trail argument? How do you keep chips intact? This is just scratching the surface for the series of tips shared from Derek, Carl and many of their fellow adventurers. Also, Derek finds some unexpected items you may or may not have heard of. 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....
Episode 101 - Derek Challenges a Bigfoot Expert
April 20, 2020 14:19 - 56 minutes - 104 MBIt took a while but Derek and Carl finally convinced a Bigfoot expert to the join the show. Owner of the Sasquatch Outpost in Bailey, Colorado and cohost of the podcast "You Don't Know Squatch," Jim Myers discusses his personal experiences and fields all the questions Derek has ever wanted to ask. Derek also responds to some challenges of his own...particularly about the Osprey being a budget pack. And Carl, again, tries to set up a listener call-in show. The first attempt failed. GET MORE C...
101 - JIM MYERS: Derek Challenges a Bigfoot Expert!
April 20, 2020 14:19 - 59 minutesIt took a while but Derek and Carl finally convinced a Bigfoot expert to the join the show. Owner of the Sasquatch Outpost in Bailey, Colorado and cohost of the podcast "You Don't Know Squatch," Jim Myers discusses his personal experiences and fields all the questions Derek has ever wanted to ask. Derek also responds to some challenges of his own...particularly about the Osprey being a budget pack. And Carl, again, tries to set up a listener call-in show. The first attempt failed. GET MORE C...
101 - Derek Challenges a Bigfoot Expert
April 20, 2020 14:19 - 54 minutes - 110 MBIt took a while but Derek and Carl finally convinced a Bigfoot expert to the join the show. Owner of the Sasquatch Outpost in Bailey, Colorado and cohost of the podcast "You Don't Know Squatch," Jim Myers discusses his personal experiences and fields all the questions Derek has ever wanted to ask. Derek also responds to some challenges of his own...particularly about the Osprey being a budget pack. And Carl, again, tries to set up a listener call-in show. The first attempt failed. GET MORE C...
Episode 100 - Highline
April 14, 2020 15:09 - 32 minutes - 58.8 MBChris Smead made a full, feature length backpacking movie called Highline! This episode features an interview with Chris along with Matt "Details" Favero about the epic journey that took place in the Uinta Mountains in Utah. Along with the story of the film, Carl asks questions about filtering cow poop water, putting cream cheese on one's feet to prevent blisters, and much more. Check it out at Highlinefilm.com! GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to get bonus episodes, videos, an...
100 - Highline
April 14, 2020 15:09 - 30 minutes - 64.7 MBChris Smead made a full, feature length backpacking movie called Highline! This episode features an interview with Chris along with Matt "Details" Favero about the epic journey that took place in the Uinta Mountains in Utah. Along with the story of the film, Carl asks questions about filtering cow poop water, putting cream cheese on one's feet to prevent blisters, and much more. Check it out at Highlinefilm.com! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backpacking-blisters/id1309369783?i=100056...
100 - CHRIS SMEAD & MATT FAVERO: Highline
April 14, 2020 15:09 - 35 minutesChris Smead made a full, feature length backpacking movie called Highline! This episode features an interview with Chris along with Matt "Details" Favero about the epic journey that took place in the Uinta Mountains in Utah. Along with the story of the film, Carl asks questions about filtering cow poop water, putting cream cheese on one's feet to prevent blisters, and much more. Check it out at Highlinefilm.com! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/backpacking-blisters/id1309369783?i=100056...
Episode 99 - Budget vs. Premium Gear
April 07, 2020 17:46 - 54 minutesGear expert Justin Outdoors joins the show and reveals some gear you should consider that is high quality and highly affordable. Check out his awesome Youtube channel here! Derek and Carl chime in with a couple of their own gear ideas and, of course, disagree about what constitutes budget vs. premium. Derek believes Osprey and Zpacks to be in the budget category. Carl asks Derek's advice for how to get a free backpack. Also, is Backcountry Line Dancing trending? GET MORE CONTENT! Please supp...
Episode 99 - Budget vs. Premium Gear
April 07, 2020 17:46 - 53 minutes - 98.7 MBGear expert Justin Outdoors joins the show and reveals some gear you should consider that is high quality and highly affordable. Check out his awesome Youtube channel here! Derek and Carl chime in with a couple of their own gear ideas and, of course, disagree about what constitutes budget vs. premium. Derek believes Osprey and Zpacks to be in the budget category. Carl asks Derek's advice for how to get a free backpack. Also, is Backcountry Line Dancing trending? GET MORE CONTENT! Please supp...
99 - Budget vs. Premium Gear
April 07, 2020 17:46 - 55 minutesGear expert Justin Outdoors joins the show and reveals some gear you should consider that is high quality and highly affordable. Check out his awesome Youtube channel here! Derek and Carl chime in with a couple of their own gear ideas and, of course, disagree about what constitutes budget vs. premium. Derek believes Osprey and Zpacks to be in the budget category. Carl asks Derek's advice for how to get a free backpack. Also, is Backcountry Line Dancing trending? GET MORE CONTENT! Please supp...
99 - JUSTIN OUTDOORS: Budget vs. Premium Gear
April 07, 2020 17:46 - 56 minutesGear expert Justin Outdoors joins the show and reveals some gear you should consider that is high quality and highly affordable. Check out his awesome Youtube channel here! Derek and Carl chime in with a couple of their own gear ideas and, of course, disagree about what constitutes budget vs. premium. Derek believes Osprey and Zpacks to be in the budget category. Carl asks Derek's advice for how to get a free backpack. Also, is Backcountry Line Dancing trending? GET MORE CONTENT! Please suppo...
Episode 98 - Ramen Bombs, Spam & Jetboil Hate?
March 30, 2020 14:41 - 56 minutes - 104 MBDerek and Carl and joined by Youtuber Jesse from Backcountry Forward for an in depth discussion regarding cooking setups. They discuss budget cookware vs. titanium, fuel efficiency issues, just how reasonable it is to bring the Jetboil, and much more. Also, is Spam a common backpacking food? Be sure to check out Jesse's channel for a wealth of backcountry information...including how to make the Ramen Bomb! GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to get bonus episodes, videos, and pri...
98 - JESSE MANTAI: Ramen Bombs, Spam & Jetboil Hate?
March 30, 2020 14:41 - 58 minutesDerek and Carl and joined by Youtuber Jesse from Backcountry Forward for an in depth discussion regarding cooking setups. They discuss budget cookware vs. titanium, fuel efficiency issues, just how reasonable it is to bring the Jetboil, and much more. Also, is Spam a common backpacking food? 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.patr...