Backpacking Gear Expert Justin Outdoors joins the show to discuss red flags for popular ultralight backpacking gear that he consistently recommends. Carl brings up a few red flags of his own. Poor fitting jackets, backpacks that pool water in pockets, sleeping pads that are too thin are just a few things items discussed. Justin also recommends his top ultralight gear choices and previews new gear coming out in 2024. Carl also accuses Justin of making up a story about a bear sighting.

Some of the gear discussed:

-REI Helix Sleeping Pad: https://bit.ly/47GxVDU

-Zpacks Plex Solo tent

-REI Flash 55 Backpack: https://bit.ly/48GEKGF

-Mountainsmith Zerk 40 Backpack

-Bogler Trowel

Some of the topics discussed:

-Ultralight backpacking gear

-Backpacking backpacks, sleeping pads, tents, quilts and more!

-Brand new 2024 gear

-A potentially fictional bear story

Check Justin’s Awesome YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JustinOutdoors

Follow Justin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinoutdoors/?hl=en

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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