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You Might Be an Ultralight Nerd If...

2025/3/3
logo of podcast Backpacking & Blisters: A Hiking, Backpacking, and Adventure Show

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

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Are you or is somebody you know an ultralight nerd? Derek and Carl have the criteria. If any of their descriptions resonate with you…then you might be an ultralight nerd. Also what ripoff gear company Carl get significant pushback about?

Topics Covered:

-Ultralight backpacking

-Ultralight Gear

-A Ripoff Gear Company

-Leave No Trace Lies

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