Derek and Carl revisit the July trip from the perspective of gear successes and failures. How does some gear hold up after years of use? What broke? Would Derek recommend the trekking poles he destroyed?

Some of the Gear Discussed

Sea to Summit Pillow

Big Agnes Copper Spur Tent

Pinnacle Freeze Dried Meals

Salty Britches Anti-Chaffing Cream

Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

REI Rain Pants

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Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Jetboil Stash

Jetboil Flash

MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Sawyer Squeeze

Black Diamond Spot

Helinox Chair Zero

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Garmin InReach2

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes

Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals

YouTuber Rob Pelton joins the show to co-host and discuss 10 ridiculous items you might have in your pack (but shouldn't). Agree or disagree?

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Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Jetboil Stash

Jetboil Flash

MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Sawyer Squeeze

Black Diamond Spot

Helinox Chair Zero

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Garmin InReach2

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes

Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals

Derek and Carl 'break down' the data released by Garmin and share some of the interesting stories that involve pushing the red button. Also, somehow, Derek and Carl were able to get ahold of an actual SOS call made from a Sat phone.

Garmin Website

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Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Jetboil Stash

Jetboil Flash

MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Sawyer Squeeze

Black Diamond Spot

Helinox Chair Zero

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Garmin InReach2

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes

Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals

Matty Outdoors joins the show to guest host and discuss everyone's favorite topic -- Ultralight Backpacking Gear!

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Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Jetboil Stash

Jetboil Flash

MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Sawyer Squeeze

Black Diamond Spot

Helinox Chair Zero

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Garmin InReach2

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes

Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals

Back from Banff, Canada, Derek and Carl discuss the challenges, pitfalls and major blunders of the recent trip. Justin Outdoors joins the show to share his perspective. One member got so angry he intentionally broke a trekking pole on a rock.

Check out Justin's Gear Priority Podcast!

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Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Jetboil Stash

Jetboil Flash

MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Sawyer Squeeze

Black Diamond Spot

Helinox Chair Zero

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Garmin InReach2

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes

Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals

John Kelley & Nathan 'Backpacker-ish' Reitsema join the show to discuss some less common and somewhat controversial backpacking myths that should be busted.

Check out Backpacker-ish's awesome YouTube Channel and Instagram!

Check out John Kelley's awesome YouTube Channel and The Backpacking Podcast!

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Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Jetboil Stash

Jetboil Flash

MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Sawyer Squeeze

Black Diamond Spot

Helinox Chair Zero

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Garmin InReach2

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes

Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals

In the second (and final) installment of the Outdoor Retailer Show, Derek and Carl discuss well-known companies that have new releases, up-and-coming companies that have products you should consider. Included in the conversation are companies such as Honey Stinger, Soto Stoves and...

-CEP Compression

-Ovation Foods

-Lemongrass Farms

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Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Jetboil Stash

Jetboil Flash

MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Sawyer Squeeze

Black Diamond Spot

Helinox Chair Zero

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Garmin InReach2

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes

Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals

James Appleton from the '46 if 46 Podcast' joins the show to share his stories and wisdom about conquering those summits.

Check out James' awesome podcast!

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Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you!

Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Jetboil Stash

Jetboil Flash

MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Sawyer Squeeze

Black Diamond Spot

Helinox Chair Zero

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Garmin InReach2

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes

Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals

Derek is back and better than ever! Are we being deceived by gear companies or just general beliefs about certain pieces of backpacking gear? Derek and Carl pull back the curtain and reveal the TRUTH!

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Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Jetboil Stash

Jetboil Flash

MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Sawyer Squeeze

Black Diamond Spot

Helinox Chair Zero

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Garmin InReach2

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes

Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals

Andy Parrish joins the show to co-host while Derek is away. Carl and Andy discuss the BEST tips for bringing or being a new backpacker. This is for trip planners, newbies and everyone in between.

Check out Andy's Awesome YouTube Channel!

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Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame!

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Facebook:

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Email: [email protected]

Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com

Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you!

Our Favorite Gear for 3-5 Day Trips

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Jetboil Stash

Jetboil Flash

MSR Pocket Rocket 2

Sawyer Squeeze

Black Diamond Spot

Helinox Chair Zero

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Garmin InReach2

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes

Peak Refuel Freeze Dried Meals