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

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

Publisher |: Carl Mandrioli

Media Type |: audio

Podknife tags |: Comedy,; Games & Hobbies,; Hiking,; Outdoor Sports,; Sports & Recreation

Categories Via RSS |: Comedy,; Health & Fitness,; Sports

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

People |: Derek,; Carl Mandrioli
Frequency |: Weekly
Explicit |: No

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243 Available Episodes (243 Total) / Average duration: 00:51:18

Date Duration Most Reviewed Highest Rated

243 Available Episodes (243 Total)Average duration: 00:51:18

Apr 24, 2023

00:44:07

Dr. Morgan 'Blaze' Brosnihan joins the show to discuss how her van life adventures on the PCT have been helping hikers reach their goals.

Follow Dr. Morgan on Instagram!

Check out Dr. Morgan's website 'Blaze Physio'!

GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 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.

Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame!

Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!

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

Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you!

Our Favorite Gear

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes -

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 17, 2023

01:01:44

Steven from 'My Life Outdoors' joins the show to discuss a variety of topics that include weird backpacking/camping gear, the best and worst backpacking gear of 2023 and an amazing story that involves one of our favorite characters, the ranger.

Check out Steven's Awesome YouTube Channel!

Follow Steven on Instagram!

Review This Episode: Pinnacle Freeze Dried Meals

Gear Discussed This Episode

-Thermarest Neo Air Xlite NXT

-Miksa Pot Lifter

-High Tail Ultralight Dyneema Rain Mitts

GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 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 stop or reduce back sweat, check out our wonderful sponsor: Vaucluse Gear

Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!

Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you!

Our Favorite Gear

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes -

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

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

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 10, 2023

00:42:10

Derek and Carl explore 4 stories that they would consider X-Files. Are they mysteries or hoaxes? And, does Derek actually solve one?

GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 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.

Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame!

Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!

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

Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you!

Our Favorite Gear

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes -

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 03, 2023

01:03:53

Youtuber Rob Pelton joins the show to discuss A LOT of backpacking gear. We think you'll pick up at least 3 tips from Rob's experiences. Also, Carl challenges Rob on bag passion.

Check out Rob's Youtube Channel!

Follow Rob on Instagram!

Gear Review This Episode: Outdoor Vitals Summit Down Sleeping Bag -- Click the link for 22% off!

GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 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.

Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame!

Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!

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

Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you!

Our Favorite Gear

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes -

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 27, 2023

00:53:53

It's time to trim down your pack weight without spending a single dollar. If you listen to these tips, you will likely shave pounds off of your pack. Also, Carl gets worked up about one particular tip.

Gear Review This Episode: SEA TO SUMMIT AEROS PREMIUM PILLOW

GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 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.

Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame!

Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!

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

Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you!

Our Favorite Gear

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes -

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 20, 2023

01:22:51

Kyle O'Grady joins the show to discuss a variety of topics that include common, beginner backpacking mistakes, cults on the trail and trivia!

Check out Kyle's Awesome Youtube Channel!

Follow Kyle on Instagram!

GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 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 stop or reduce back sweat, check out our wonderful sponsor: Vaucluse Gear

Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!

Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you!

Our Favorite Gear

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes -

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

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

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 13, 2023

01:34:40

Sean 'Shug' Emery joins the show to talk all things backpacking: philosophy, hammocks, camp chores and...the 1 simple method to make your backpacking trips way easier.

Shug's Awesome Youtube Channel!

Gear Review This Episode: OUTDOOR VITALS TUSHAR RAIN JACKET

GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 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.

Eliminate Back Sweat! Check out Vaucluse Gear to get the Cool Dry Frame!

Check out our wonderful sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!

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

Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you!

Our Favorite Gear

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes -

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 06, 2023

00:43:14

Derek and Carl discuss the top 10 most likely ways people die in the wilderness as well as how to avoid them. They also discuss many common fears that did not make the list. Derek shares the story where he was almost killed by water coolers again.

GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 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 sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!

Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you!

Our Favorite Gear

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes -

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

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

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 27, 2023

00:30:33

In this first ever Backpacking Trivia Game Show 3 contestants from across the country try to answer or mooch points for prizes from the Random Gear Box.

Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you!

Our Favorite Gear

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes -

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 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 sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!

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

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 20, 2023

01:02:31

Marty Morissette joins the show and shares a mountain full of wisdom regarding backcountry skills and knowledge. Derek and Carl challenge him to make more death-defying videos with some creative suggestions.

Check out Marty's Youtube Channel!

Follow Marty on Instagram, Facebook and all social medias.

Here is his website!

Help support our podcast at no extra cost to you by clicking on any links below if you’re in the market for some new gear! Any purchases you make will support our show at no extra cost to you!

Our Favorite Gear

Granite Gear Blaze 60 (Light to Medium Weight)

Mystery Ranch Bridger (Heavy Duty Trips)

Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad

Big Agnes Copper Spur

Nemo Hornet

Topo Terraventure 3 Trail Shoes -

Pearl Izumi Thermal Arm Warmers

GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON: There are over 30 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 sponsor Summit Strength's Training for Trekking Podcast!

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

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 24 | 00:44:07

Creepy Trail Encounters, The Best Trail Magic & More with MORGAN 'BLAZE' BROSNIHAN

Apr 17 | 01:01:44

STEVEN 'MY LIFE OUTDOORS': The Best, Worst, & Weirdest Gear of 2023

Apr 10 | 00:42:10

Wilderness X-Files: Mystery or Hoax? You Be the Judge!

Apr 03 | 01:03:53

Rob Pelton's Gear Loadout: You Get 3+ Good Ideas....Guaranteed!

Mar 27 | 00:53:53

Shave Pack Weight Now! Our Best 8 Tips You Still Don't Believe

Mar 20 | 01:22:51

KYLE HATES HIKING: '7 Beginner Mistakes You Might Be Making'

Mar 13 | 01:34:40

SEAN 'SHUG' EMERY: 1 Simple Method to Make Backpacking Waaay Easier

Mar 06 | 00:43:14

The Top 10 Ways You Will Die on the Trail (and How to Survive Them)

Feb 27 | 00:30:33

The Backpacking Trivia Game Show! - Moocher's Mayhem

Feb 20 | 01:02:31

Death Wish Backcountry Skills You Might Actually Use with Marty Morissette

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