Outdoor adventure filmmaker Chris Smead joins the show to discuss backpacking gear that we both loved…and now leave behind (or sell on eBay). You may know Chris from the movie ‘Highline’ or from some of his amazing documentary projects. Chris always brings a positive and creative spin to the topic anytime he’s on the show.

Some of the topics discussed in this week’s episode:

-Backpacking gear that’s becoming obsolete

-Backpacking gear we now leave behind

-Alternative backpacking gear options that are simply better

Find all of Chris Smead’s films and projects here!

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Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag

Mystery Ranch Radix

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Jetboil Flash (for larger groups)

MSR Pocket Rocket 2 (for solo or smaller groups)

Katadyn BeFree

Black Diamond Spot

Helinox Chair Zero

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Hoka Speedgoat Trail Shoes

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers