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

Tips and tales...with a sense of humor. For all hikers, backpackers, campers, adventurers and people who love the outdoors.

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JAMES APPLETON: Guide Shares 3 Secrets to Conquering Summits

JAMES APPLETON: Guide Shares 3 Secrets to Conquering Summits

James Appleton from the '46 if 46 Podcast' joins the show to share his stories and wisdom about conquering those summits... Read more

31 Jul 2023

55mins

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10 Lies The Gear Companies Tell You

10 Lies The Gear Companies Tell You

Derek is back and better than ever! Are we being deceived by gear companies or just general beliefs about certain pieces... Read more

24 Jul 2023

32mins

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ANDY PARRISH: How to Bring or Be a New Backpacker

ANDY PARRISH: How to Bring or Be a New Backpacker

Andy Parrish joins the show to co-host while Derek is away. Carl and Andy discuss the BEST tips for bringing or being a ... Read more

17 Jul 2023

56mins

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8 BIG GEAR MISTAKES You're Still Making

8 BIG GEAR MISTAKES You're Still Making

Derek and Carl discuss all sorts of gear mistakes they've made, you've made, we've all made...and how to fix them. Derek... Read more

10 Jul 2023

47mins

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New Gear, Fresh Companies & Surprising Guests at the Outdoor Retailer Show

New Gear, Fresh Companies & Surprising Guests at the Outdoor Retailer Show

Derek, Carl and B&B Correspondents Mike & Jen interview a variety of companies at the Outdoor Retailer Show! The... Read more

3 Jul 2023

1hr 10mins

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Top 6 Snacks, Gear Companies, Doodads & More!

Top 6 Snacks, Gear Companies, Doodads & More!

Derek and Carl discuss multiple 'top 6 lists' that just might give you some good backpacking ideas. Also, Carl tries to ... Read more

26 Jun 2023

44mins

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The Backcountry Poop Show: All of Your Embarrassing Questions...Answered!

The Backcountry Poop Show: All of Your Embarrassing Questions...Answered!

One of the most uncomfortable things about going backpacking is having to go to the bathroom -- #2 specifically. After r... Read more

19 Jun 2023

48mins

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IAN ADAMSON: Legendary Adventure Racer Shares His Best 3 Tips

IAN ADAMSON: Legendary Adventure Racer Shares His Best 3 Tips

Ian Adamson -- adventure racer, TV show producer, event coordinator and one of Carl's adventure heroes -- joins the show... Read more

12 Jun 2023

1hr 1min

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JEFF PELLETIER: Controversial Gear Decisions for the Last Great Adventure

JEFF PELLETIER: Controversial Gear Decisions for the Last Great Adventure

Jeff Pelletier joins the show to discuss shaving weight, ultralight strategies, and to give advice to Carl about some of... Read more

5 Jun 2023

1hr 20mins

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Can You Pass The Trail Scuzzball Test?

Can You Pass The Trail Scuzzball Test?

Derek and Carl will test your trail manners, etiquette and behavior with carefully crafted quiz questions. They'll also ... Read more

29 May 2023

41mins

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