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. Derek and Carl will hit on all of the backpacking and hiking topics you want with decades of good (and horrendous) experience.
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Backpacking & Blisters: A Hiking, Backpacking, and Adventure Show is a comedy podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 460 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.
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Unknown Host hosts Backpacking & Blisters: A Hiking, Backpacking, and Adventure Show, a comedy show with 460 episodes published.
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Episode #460
Ultralight SCAMS: Don't Fall For These Booby Traps
Aug 17, 202648 min
You might be getting scammed by companies, the ultralight narrative, or even yourself. Jesse and Carl have 8 ultralight backpacking scams that you might be falling victim to. And some of them are also ripping off Jesse and Carl. Also, can ‘Scam Trivia’ help save you some money? Some of the Topics Discussed -Ultralight backpacking gear -Unnecessary upgrades and purchases -Rip-offs If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: backpackingblisters@gmail.com 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: backpackingblisters@gmail.com 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.
BROOKE WHIPPLE 'Girl in the Woods': She Canoed the Yukon But Did Not Expect This to Happen... (TT)
Aug 13, 202631 min
One of the B&B favorites – Brooke Whipple – joins the show to discuss an unexpected and concerning experience on one of her backcountry adventures. Some of the Topics Discussed -Stranger Danger -Off grid living -Backcountry Fear Check Brooke’s awesome YouTube Channel! And check out her latest channel inspiring women to stay healthy over the long haul! If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: backpackingblisters@gmail.com 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: backpackingblisters@gmail.com 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.
We Tested the NEWEST & Most POPULAR Tents. Which One is BEST?
Aug 10, 202642 min
Michael from ‘Open Air Problems’ joins the show to discuss the best new and most popular tents on the market. And he previews the latest Durston X-Dome Pro. Carl also shares a 1 star tent he owns. Some of the Tents Discussed -Durston Tents -Zpacks Tents - Big Agens Sarvis VST - Nemo Hornet Elite Check Michael’s awesome YouTube Channel! If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: backpackingblisters@gmail.com 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: backpackingblisters@gmail.com 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.
2027 FUTURE GEAR That You'll Love - Sneak Preview w/ Outdoor Empire
Aug 3, 202657 min
Chase Fly from Outdoor Empire and Carl got a preview of future outdoor and backpacking gear coming 2027. They each picked their favorite 4 pieces that they’re most excited about and discuss the highlights (and lowlights). Also, Chase has one of the weirdest non-backpacking skills you’ve ever heard. Some of the Gear The Discussed -Nemo Hornet Update and New Tent -New Rab Quilt -Ultralight Osprey Thru-Lite Backpack & Other Updates -Therm-a-rest Sleeping Pads (the Trail Mix) Check out Chase’s Cool Cooler Video Discussed! Subscribe to Chase’s Awesome YouTube Channel! If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: backpackingblisters@gmail.com 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: backpackingblisters@gmail.com 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.
3 Cottage Gear Companies You Should Check Out! (Bonus Thursday)
Jul 30, 202657 min
Cottage companies in the outdoor world are on the rise! This episode features 3 that are up and coming. They’re innovative, creative and just solid good people. Two of them have gear in Carl’s pack on every trip this summer. But...can they help you? The Companies Discussed -Igneous Gear -Magnet Designs -ULA Packs If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: backpackingblisters@gmail.com 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: backpackingblisters@gmail.com 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.
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