The most knowledgeable backpacking gear expert, Justin Outdoors, joins the show to discuss the Ultralight Backpacking Gear Awards. Get some ideas of what to bring to lighten your load. And find out what Justin’s last nightmare was about in the lightning round!

Topics Covered:

-Ultralight backpacking gear

-Backpacks, Tents, Gadgets and more

-Backpacking mistakes

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