196 - Two Up and Coming Gear Companies That Can Help You and One...

Three gear companies join the show for this jam-packed episode. Derek and Carl have found two gear companies that they think might be helpful to you and one that Carl feels is price gouging everyone. Also, can shirt sleeves make good tent pole stuff sacks and why are mustaches coming back so strong? And how will Derek do at 'Word Puzzle Trivia'?

Some of the Topics Discussed -Backpacking Gear  -Backpacking Accessories -DIY Backpacking Gear -Garmin inReach Locator Beacon

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