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

By Carl Mandrioli, BleavComedy Sports Health & Fitness

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

November 02 JUSTIN OUTDOORS: Top 10 Toughest Trails -- Too Hard for Most Hikers
Justin Outdoors joins the show to discuss the Top 10 Toughest “Trails”. Some of the answers go off the rails a bit (of course). But, if you’re looking for a challenge we’ve got 10 suggestions ranging from long day hikes to weekend backpacking trips to anything under 1000 miles. What did we miss or get wrong?
Some of the Topics Discussed
-Justin’s helpful Gear Review website: Gear Priority
-The Toughest Hiking and Backpacking Trails
-John Muir Trail, Wonderland Trail and many more
Check out the Justin’s Wapta Traverse adventure!
If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: [email protected]
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!
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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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56 min
October 29 Are We Getting RIPPED OFF By Tent Companies? with Brad 'Crow' Felton
Before tariffs and before inflation, tents suddenly skyrocketed in price. No other piece of gear matched that sudden increase. And one tent literally doubled. Why is that? Did a cottage brand prove that backpacking consumers were willing to pay high costs for tents? Did other brands follow suit and raise prices? Brad ‘Crow’ Felton a backpacker and a lawyer evaluates this conspiracy theory, and all of the evidence Carl tries to dig up.
Some of the Topics Discussed
-Egregious Tent Prices
-Kelty, Big Agnes, Mountain Hardwear, REI, Nemo, MSR
-Behind-the-Scenes Courtroom Stuff
Check out As the Crow Flies Hiking YouTube Channel!
If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: [email protected]
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!
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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38 min
October 26 SHUG is Back!...and Answering all the TOUGH Questions!
Shug has battled cancer this year but now he’s back and in full Shug form. This episode digs into his thoughts and reflections about his personal experience. There is definitely some backpacking-related content but the bulk of the episode hits on his spiritual journey, purpose and hope.
Some of the Topics Discussed
-Shug’s Spiritual Journey
-Hope, Purpose, and Love
-The Meaning of Life
Check out Shug’s YouTube Channel!
If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: [email protected]
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!
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: [email protected]
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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49 min
October 19 6 Outdoor CONSPIRACIES That Are VERIFIED (Sort of) with Ricky 'Your Trail Buddy'
These are not Outdoor Conspiracy Theories, these are actual conspiracies that Ricky ‘Your Trail Buddy’ and Carl investigated. They provide the evidence they found and opportunities were given to the people and companies mentioned to respond. Some did but most did not. What did they get right or wrong?
Some of the Topics Discussed
-Outdoor Conspiracies
-Companies like Gore Tex, REI, Patagonia, Nemo
-The Trail Magic Myth
Check out Ricky’s ‘Sleeping Pad Finder’
Here’s Your Trail Buddy’s awesome YouTube Channel!
If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: [email protected]
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!
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.
To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…
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Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast
Email: [email protected]
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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52 min
October 15 5 Issues Backpackers Have That Nobody Talks About w/ NOMAD UNKNOWN (Christine Machado)
There are 5 issues (at least) backpackers can commonly have that nobody seems to talk about. Christine “Nomad Unknown” Machado experienced some of these on her Pacific Crest Trail thru hike this summer. And how do you handle the creepy guy on the trail?
Some of the Topics Discussed
-Backpacking Issues
-Pressing the Red Button vs. Self Rescue
-Planning and overplanning the trip
Check out the full story on Nomad Unknown’s YouTube Channel!
If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: [email protected]
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!
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.
To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…
Facebook
Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast
Email: [email protected]
Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com
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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41 min
October 12 Why Most Backcountry Rescues are NOT About BAD LUCK with Stuart 'Howe's the Hike'
It’s not going to be a wild animal attack, a rockslide or an avalanche. Most backcountry rescues are not about bad luck, they’re about 5 variables that you can absolutely control. Stuart Howe from ‘Howe’s the Hike’ shares the information we all need to know to travel safely…and how your friends might still mess it up.
Some of the Topics Discussed
-Backcountry Rescues
-5 Variables That You Can Control
-Garmin Reliability
Check out Stuart’s Channel ‘Howe’s the Hike’!
If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: [email protected]
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!
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.
To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…
Facebook
Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast
Email: [email protected]
Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com
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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53 min
October 08 The 6 Deadliest Trails on Earth...and How to Survive Them! (Throwback Thursday)
What are the 6 “Deadliest” Trails in the world? And how can you survive them? Ben and Carl discuss just what make them deadly and their best cheat codes to defeat them.
Some of the Topics Discussed
-National Park Trails
-Methods to Avoid Dying on the Trail
-Common and Deadly Backpacking Mistakes
If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: [email protected]
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!
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.
To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…
Facebook
Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast
Email: [email protected]
Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com
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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40 min
October 05 Are Gear Companies Lying About The Stats They Advertise? SAWYER Owner KURT AVERY
Should we stop believing what the gear companies are telling us? Sometimes there’s rigorous testing involved in the claims they make and sometimes the messaging is a manipulation of the truth. Jesse and Carl share a couple of these misdeeds and then challenge Sawyer owner Kurt Avery on the claims he makes about his filters. The packaging says 100,000 gallons. Really?
Some of the Topics Discussed
-Gear company packaging stats
-How Sawyer water filters are actually tested
-Backpacking gear
Reviewed Gear: La Sportiva Ethereal Pro
If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: [email protected]
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!
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.
To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…
Facebook
Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast
Email: [email protected]
Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com
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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57 min
September 28 The 5 Best Outdoor Gadgets Right Now with Tech Expert CRIS 'Hiking Guy' HAZZARD
Hiking Guy Cris Hazzard joins the show to discuss the best trail tech for hiking, backpacking and adventuring right now! This includes best hiking watches, personal locator beacon (PLB), tech services and anything new and random that’s been released.
Some of the Gear Discussed
-Best Backpacking Watch
-Best Personal Locator Beacon
-Zoleo Updated Device
Check out Hiking Guy Cris Hazzard’s Youtube Channel!
If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: [email protected]
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!
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.
To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…
Facebook
Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast
Email: [email protected]
Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com
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

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
34 min
September 24 'After 10,000 Miles Hiked I Still Use This Gear' with Bailey Bremner
Bailey Bremner has backpacked over 10,000 miles. She’s a gear reviewer and a gear expert. What are her ‘go to’ pieces of gear after years of use. And how do these big companies like Clever Hiker process gear reviews in the first place?
Some of the Topics Discussed
-Ultralight Backpacking Gear Reviews
-Durable Backpacking Gear
-How Gear Reviews Work
Bailey’s Reviews and The Trail Dog Project
Reviewed Item: the Leki Skyterra FX One Trekking poles
If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: [email protected]
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.
To react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on…
Facebook
Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast
Email: [email protected]
Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com
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

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
45 min

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

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Backpacking and hiking tips and tales...with a sense of humor. This is your one-stop show for backpacking, hiking and adventure entertainment. From backpacking gear to the trail situations you will encounter to popular guests, this podcast will deliver.