In this Throwback Thursday episode, Derek and Carl discuss some of the craziest things Bear Grylls has suggested over the years. If you follow some of the advice given on various survival shows you just might die. But don’t worry Derek and Carl will save you with their own sage advice. Topics Covered: -Bear Grylls -Survival in the backcountry -Proper decisions in crisis situations Check out the 4 Ultralight Tips You’ve Never Heard Enlightened Equipment: Check out the best Ultralight Quilts on the market! Teton Gear: If you’re looking for high quality gear at a great price, this is the best opt ..read more

This is a unique look at a true crime story that involved both a heist and a very long backpacking trip. You’ve seen (or heard) dramatic true crime tales before. But not like this. Topics Covered: -The Backpacking Heist story -Who are we really backpacking next to -How to use a backpacking trip to go off the grid Check out the 4 Ultralight Tips You’ve Never Heard Enlightened Equipment: Check out the best Ultralight Quilts on the market! Teton Gear: If you’re looking for high quality gear at a great price, this is the best option for all entry to mid level backpackers. Get in prime time hiking ..read more

What are the deadliest trails on Earth? What makes them so dangerous? And how do we defeat them? Rest assured the B&B podcast has the answers and cheat codes for these challenging hikes. Ben McAuliffe joins the show to weigh in on this conversation. Some of the topics discussed in this week’s episode: -The deadliest trails on earth -Trip Planning -Backpacking gear and tips to overcome them Check out our lates video – ‘How to go Super Duper Ultralight’ Teton Gear: If you’re looking for high quality gear at a great price, this is the best option for all entry to mid level backpackers. Check ..read more

Yosemite Search and Rescue Operator Moose Mutlow joins the show! He might literally be the most interesting man in the world. Share in the crazy stories he shares with his experience on the job as well as the critical feedback he gives Carl about being a frequent flyer in the SAR network. This is one you won’t want to miss. Some of the topics discussed: -Yosemite Search and Rescue Stories -Real/Fake Scenes from Popular Movies -Carl Criticism Follow Moose on Instagram Check out his books! GET BONUS SEGMENT FROM THIS SHOW & BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 40 BONUS episodes of ..read more

Some people love this gear while others would never, ever bring it along. What are the controversial pieces of backpacking gear Carl and, guest host, Ben McAuliffe come up with this time. They each make the case for why they’re controversial and whether or not they actually bring those items along. Some of the topics discussed in this week’s episode: -Controversial Backpacking Gear -Gear Gadgets -Freeze Dried Food Stories Check out the YouTube Comedy Skit we referenced Enlightened Equipment: Check out the best Ultralight Quilts on the market! Teton Gear: If you’re looking for high quality gear ..read more

Adventure athlete, podcast host and friend of the show Rowan Smith checks in and is ready to help you get faster on the trail. He’s got 3 tips that you can incorporate -- without any training – that should speed you up on those hills. Guest host Ben McAuliffe inserts his own agenda with stories about skunk battles and how jelly beans got him a little too excited as a kid. Some of the topics discussed in this week’s episode: -How to go faster on the trail…immediately -Basic training tips -The most helpful snacks when you’re active Have Rowan personally help you at Summit Strength so you can hav ..read more

Outdoor adventure filmmaker Chris Smead joins the show to discuss backpacking gear that we both loved…and now leave behind (or sell on eBay). You may know Chris from the movie ‘Highline’ or from some of his amazing documentary projects. Chris always brings a positive and creative spin to the topic anytime he’s on the show. Some of the topics discussed in this week’s episode: -Backpacking gear that’s becoming obsolete -Backpacking gear we now leave behind -Alternative backpacking gear options that are simply better Find all of Chris Smead’s films and projects here! Enlightened Equipment: Check ..read more

On this Throwback Thursday episode Derek, Carl and Tupperware Mike discuss the small essentials. How big should your knife be? Are portable batteries becoming a necessary part of backpacking? Topics Discussed -Best Backpacking Gear -Backpacking Gear List -Best Hiking Gear -Backpacking for beginners to advanced hikers GET MORE CONTENT! Please support us at Patreon to get bonus episodes, videos, and priority invites to B&B "events!" It's a safe and secure way to support your favorite content providers. https://www.patreon.com/backpackingandblisters To react publicly or privately to any of ou ..read more

Derek and Carl discuss seriously overrated (and underrated) backpacking gear. What will make Derek’s list? And how will Carl fair with Derek’s trivia that includes a question from ‘some survey’? Some of the topics discussed: -Overrated Backpacking Gear -Underrated Backpacking Gear -Backpacking Gear Review Gear Review: Therm-a-rest Neo Air Xlite NXT GET BONUS SEGMENT FROM THIS SHOW & BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 40 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.  Check out our wonderful ..read more

Some people love this gear while others would never, ever bring it along. What are the controversial pieces of backpacking gear Carl and, guest host, Ben McAuliffe come up with this time. They each make the case for why they’re controversial and whether or not they actually bring those items along. Some of the topics discussed in this week’s episode: -Controversial Backpacking Gear -Gear Gadgets -Freeze Dried Food Stories Check out the YouTube Comedy Skit we referenced Enlightened Equipment: Check out the best Ultralight Quilts on the market! Teton Gear: If you’re looking for high quality gear ..read more