Ultralight SCAMS: Don't Fall For These Booby Traps

Ultralight SCAMS: Don't Fall For These Booby Traps

August 17, 2026 · 48 min · Episode 460

About this episode

Jesse and Carl discuss common ultralight backpacking scams and how to avoid them.

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?

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