We Tested the NEWEST, Most POPULAR Packs. Which One is BEST? (full episode)

We’ve got the latest, greatest, most popular packs and we’ll tell you which ones are worth investing in, who they’re best for and our personal experiences with them. Michael from the ‘Open Air Problems’ joins the show to provide his thru-hiking, gear testing expertise. From Durston to Aarn to Gossamer Gear to Gregory (and more) – which one is best for you? Some of Backpacks Discussed -Gossamer Gear Gorilla 50: https://www.gossamergear.com/products... -Gregory Baltoro: https://alnk.to/6xOrZZ9 -Mountain Hardwear Alakazam: https://alnk.to/gKUoTjT -Gossamer Gear Murmur 36: https://www.gossamergear.com/products... --Durston Wapta 30 Check out Michael’s Awesome YouTube Channel:    / @openairproblems   If you’re interested in joining us for the monthly B&B Bible Study, please reach out to Carl: [email protected] The ‘SUMMIT ANSWER’ comes from our latest partner, Summit Something! Get your sustainable, keepsake summit flags here: https://summitsomething.com/ Check out Magnet Designs for the best, US-made backpacking clothing on the market: https://www.magnetdsigns.com Enlightened Equipment: Check out the best Ultralight Quilts on the market! https://alnk.to/612e5mJ Audio Version of the Podcast on your favorite apps and here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/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 Enlightened Equipment Revelation Quilt: https://enlightenedequipment.com/reve... Zpacks Arc Haul (ultralight) Gregory Baltoro Backpack (Full Comfort): https://alnk.to/4BJT5i1 Therm-a-rest Parsec 20 Sleeping Bag: https://alnk.to/6xOrPB7 Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad: https://alnk.to/eZJ5rqa MSR Hubba Hubba HD (Free Standing Tent): https://alnk.to/dWg34y0 Therm-a-Rest Neo Loft (for ultra comfort): https://alnk.to/28TLPSq MSR Pocket Rocket 2 (for solo or smaller groups): https://alnk.to/gzXUgOg Katadyn BeFree: https://alnk.to/hDss9IL Magnet Designs Bend Alpha 90 Hoodie: https://www.magnetdsigns.com/product-... Black Diamond Spot: https://alnk.to/dAp1AY8 Garmin InReach Mini 3 Plus: https://alnk.to/c0bIhwb Garmin Instinct 3 Solar Watch: https://alnk.to/9xlB2ea Outdoor Vitals Zulu Down Jacket: https://alnk.to/cHQKcRE GET BONUS EPISODES ON PATREON:   / backpackingandblisters   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 react publicly or privately to any of our episodes post/message on… Facebook:   / backpackingandblisters   Instagram: @BackpackingAndBlistersPodcast Email: [email protected] Please check out our website: backpackingandblisters.com Tags Backpacking, Hiking, Backpacking Gear, Hiking Gear, Backpacking Podcast, Best Backpacking Podcast, Hiking Podcast, Best Hiking Podcast, Yosemite National Park, Glacier National Park, Backpacking Gear Review, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Hiking Gear, Backpacking Meals, Backpacking Snacks