JON CONTI: Top Luxury Items for the LAZY Backpacker

About this episode

Jon Conti discusses the top luxury items for lazy backpackers who prioritize comfort over weight.

Jon Conti joins the show to discuss the top luxury items for the lazy backpacker. This could include backpackers who truly have a focus on lounging around or hikers that still put in a lot of trail time but don’t mind carrying the extra weight. And that could be pounds of extra weight! This is not your ultralight backpacking gear episode.

People in this episode

Guest: JON CONTI

Topics covered

• luxury items
• backpacking
• hiking
• gear

Keywords

• lazy backpacker
• trail time
• extra weight
• backpacking gear

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