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

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

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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...

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

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 Gea...

Whether you’re waiting for help to arrive after pressing the red button or you’re looking to hone your survival skills, Gordon and Carl share 13 weird survival tips that just might save your life. Also, Gordon shares some strange stories he’s investigating for his environmental true crime channel. And they are strange.

Some of Topics Discussed
-Weird Survival Tip...