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

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150 - Your Problems, Our ”Solutions” (Season Finale) Jul 12, 2021

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A host of fellow adventurer share some of their backpacking problems (big and small). Both Derek and Carl weigh in on how to tackle issues with packing, food, sleep, time, and the value of a pack manifest. Also, did Carl drop a water bottle in an Sasquatch carcass and is there a budget Osprey pack after all?

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149 - ’Broken Promise’ with Jim Kern Jul 06, 2021

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Author, trial advocate, founder of the Florida trail, and co-founder of the American Hiking Society Jim Kern joins the show to discuss issues surrounding America's National Scenic Trails. Also, does Derek have insecurity issues regarding vocabulary words?
Check out Jim Kern's book: Broken Promise: The Plight of Our National Trails

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148 - KEVIN OUTDOORS: ’The Backpacking Variety Show’ Jun 28, 2021

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One of our most popular guests, Youtuber Kevin Outdoors, joins the show to talk about a variety of topics. There's definitely a few in there that you don't expect. And Derek wraps things up with a trivia question that even he doesn't know the answer to.
Check out Kevin's Book: Backcountry Eats

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147 - ‘Become the Perfect Trip Planner‘ with Cassie Jun 21, 2021

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Admittedly Derek and Carl have had some trip planning issues over the years. Cassie from Illinois lays out trip planning tips that will make newbies feel comfortable every step of the way. Also, Derek is accused of having an odd view of people with different budgets than him. And Carl uses trivia to help improve Derek's social skills. Cassie's Facebook Group: Backcountry Enthusiasts

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146 - You Can Do It!!! Longer Trails and Thru Hikes Jun 14, 2021

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Rowan Smith from Summit Strength joins the show to discuss how to move beyond the weekend trip. Whether it's a week long or multi-week adventure there are many things to consider. Also, Derek gives Rowan some new nicknames and Carl suggests three more alternative ways to train.
Check out Rowan's Podcast: Training for Trekking

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145- Backpacking Skills ”They” Say You Need But... Jun 07, 2021

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You don't need to be a survival expert, a ranger, or a scout to have an outdoor adventure. Derek and Carl explore skills you mistakenly feel you might need before you head outside. While they may be helpful, they certainly aren't essential. Also, Carl covers some impossible skills in trivia that we all strive to achieve. Check out our latest reviewed company: Backcountry Fuel Box!

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144 - 7 Snake Oil Salesman Products to Avoid Jun 01, 2021

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Derek and Carl identify and discuss products that make false claims that you might believe. Some are from reputable companies. Also, Carl's wife, Jessica, weighs in on a controversial piece of gear. She also rats him out for not following one of the rules in Canyonlands.

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143 - Your Irrational Fears...SOLVED!!! May 24, 2021

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Derek and Carl address common irrational fears many hikers have. Do alligators view hammock campers as hanging burritos? Is sleeping outside less scary than in a tent? What do you say to bear when you're about to unload some bear spray on it? Also, is it okay to throw your backpack in a washing machine?

142 - 14 Things to Tell Your Newbie Friends (or Yourself) May 17, 2021

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Derek and Carl discuss their lists to help newbies prepare for a trip. Carl posed this topic to a backpacking group online and shares the top responses from them. Also, Carl just returned from Canyonlands and discusses Rocky's way to carry water as well as another's guy's gear list theory and how that will likely pose a problem in the future. And Derek reviews backpacking dishwashing gloves.

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141 - What to Buy First When Spending Some $$$ May 10, 2021

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Derek and Carl rank the top 6 pieces of gear to buy -- in order -- that will not onl get you the most weight savings for your buck but will also improve function and efficiency on the trail. Also, Carl reviews a Backpacking Quilt from Zenbivy!

Some of the Gear Discussed in This Episode

-Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter

-Granite Gear Crown2 Backpack

-Therm-a-rest NeoAir Uber Light Sleeping Pad

-Therm-a-rest Neo Air Ultralight Sleeping Pad

-Mountain Hardwear Phantom 30 Sleeping Bag

-Big Agnes Copper Spur 2 Tent

-Jetboil Stash Backpacking Stove

-MSR Pocket Rocket 2 Stove