Ultralight SCAMS: Don't Fall For These Booby Traps - Backpacking & Blisters: A Hiking, Backpacking, and Adventure Show | Lyssna här

You might be getting scammed by companies, the ultralight narrative, or even yourself. Jesse and Carl have 8 ultralight backpacking scams that you might be falling victim to. And some of them are also ripping off Jesse and Carl. Also, can ‘Scam Trivia’ help save you some money?

Some of the Topics Discussed
-Ultralight backpacking gear

-Unnecessary upgrades and purchases

-Rip-offs

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