About this episode

Devin Ashby discusses new backpacking gear for 2026 and evaluates which items are worth the investment.

Devin, from Backcountry Exposure, joins the show to discuss 10 new pieces of 2026 backpacking gear including: sleeping bags, a sleeping pad, a backpack, tents, a stove, etc. Which ones are worth the investment? Which ones might end up on the clearance rack?

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