Dan Durston joins the show to discuss the harsh truths behind the ultralight gear you’re buying. This is a real behind-the-scenes look at how the gear industry really works. There are a lot of misconceptions, lies and false accusations out there. Durston tries to shed some light in these dark places. Also, Jesse and Carl pitch Dan on the next great piece of Durston Gear.
Some of the Topics Discussed
-Durston Gear
-Backpacking Gear Companies
-Why Gear Breaks
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Our Favorite Gear
Quilt: Enlightened Equipment Revelation Quilt
Sleeping Bag: Thermarest Parscec 20
Ultralight Backpack: Zpacks Arc Haul
Full Comfort Backpack: Gregory Baltoro
Free-Standing Tent: MSR Hubba Hubba HD
Ultralight Tent: Nemo Hornet
Sleeping Pad: Nemo Tensor Sleeping Pad
Full Comfort Pad: Therm-a-Rest Neo Loft
Stove: MSR Pocket Rocket 2
Water Filter: Katadyn BeFree
Multi-Use Layer: Magnet Designs Bend Alpha 90 Hoodie
Headlamp: Black Diamond Spot
PLB: Garmin inReach Mini 3 Plus
Watch: Garmin Instinct 3 Solar Watch
Down Jacket: Zulu Jacket
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