Nostalgia and Gear Choices in Backpacking

Bruce and Ben plunge into the irresistible world of gear rabbit holes—where the quest for “just right” quickly morphs into “way too deep.” From ultralight tent debates and cycling minimalism to high-end kitchen knives and slick blazers, they break down the obsessive, hilarious, and sometimes unnecessary lengths we go to research, buy, and justify our gear. Along the way, they dish hard-won truths: when to trust the hype, when to let go, and how to know when “good enough” really is. If you love sweating the details (or just want to know why your buddy suddenly cares about zipper pulls and moonlight modes on flashlights), this one’s for you.

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• Big Agnes 3-Person Tents Official Big Agnes | REI 3-person selection

• Sid Mashburn Ghost Blazer Shop Mashburn | Brooks Review Article

• Filson Tote Bags Filson Collection

• G-Shock Watches Best Sellers | Beginner Guide

• J.Crew Linen Blazer Men’s Linen Blazers at J.Crew

• Global Chef’s Knife Global Classic G-2 8” Chef’s Knife | Amazon

• Bradford Knives MagnaCut Paring Knife Bradford Knives - Culinary Range | DLT Trading

• Montana Knife Company MagnaCut Knives MKC Official

• Spyderco Super Blue Chef Knife KnifeCenter

• Mykita Sunglasses MYKITA Sunglasses

• Roka Sunglasses Roka Official

• Zeal Optics Auto Sun Cycling Sunglasses Zeal Auto Sun

• JB Prince/Gray Kunz Spoons (Koons) JB Prince Gray Kunz Sauce Spoon

• Tojiro Gyuto (Japanese Chef Knife) Tojiro DP 8.25" Gyuto

• Surefire Flashlights Surefire Flashlights

• HDS Rotary Flashlights HDS Systems Rotary

• Chris Reeve Small Sebenza Chris Reeve Knives – Small Sebenza

• Vera (Wera) Tools / Allen Key Sets Amazon Wera Hex Key Sets

• Wiha Micro Bit Driver Set Wiha Micro Bit sets

• Kozy 2700K (Kelvin) Flashlights Kōsen finder

• Nikon L & Canon L (professional camera lenses) Nikon Lenses | Canon L Glass

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