Gear Priority Podcast with Justin Outdoors

Hi! I'm Justin and I am an outdoor enthusiast and huge gear nerd. This podcast is all about diving deep into the gear and technologies that help us be more confident and comfortable on our outdoor adventures. If you like learning about backpacking, hiking, and camping gear, then this podcast is for you!

How Can the Defy SOS Device Be Half the Price of InReach? w/ Pete Cunningham (Defy)

πŸ‘‡ GEAR WE TALK ABOUT πŸ‘‡Defy SOS Device: https://geni.us/DefySOS

10-16
51:31

How Does One Design the Best Poop Trowel Ever? w/ Ben Bogler (BoglerCo)

πŸ‘‡ GEAR WE TALK ABOUT πŸ‘‡ Bogler Trowel: https://geni.us/BoglerTrowel

10-04
59:24

Deep Dive into Backpacking Sleep Comfort w/ Justin Outdoors

In this episode, I dive deep into all the factors that can affect your sleep in the backcountry and provide tips for how you can optimize your sleep system. πŸ‘‡ GEAR WE TALK ABOUT πŸ‘‡ Exped MegaPillow: https://geni.us/MegaPillowTrekology 2.0 Pillow: https://geni.us/TrekologyPillowREI Helix Sleeping Pad: https://geni.us/HelixSleepingPadEther Light XT Sleeping Pad: https://geni.us/EtherLightXTThermarest Xlite Sleeping Pad: https://geni.us/XliteNXTHammock Gear Econo Burrow Quilt: https://geni.us/HGEconoQuilt

09-18
29:25

Where Does Ultralight Go From Here? w/ Mateo Favero (Zpacks)

πŸ‘‡ GEAR WE TALK ABOUT πŸ‘‡ Zpacks Offset Duo: https://geni.us/ZpacksOffsetDuo Zpacks Arc Haul: https://geni.us/ArcHaul Zpacks Plex Solo: https://geni.us/PlexSolo Zpacks Duplex: https://geni.us/DuplexZip

09-11
57:38

How Are Gear Designers Inspired to Create Amazing Products? w/ Liv Melo (allmansright)

πŸ‘‡ GEAR WE TALK ABOUT πŸ‘‡ Stake Sack: https://geni.us/allmansright-StakeSack allmansright: https://allmansright.com/

09-04
44:32

Do You Agree With These Backpacking Gear Hot Takes? w/ Carl & Jesse

In this episode, I sit down with Jesse and Carl to discuss whether the Jetboil is over rated, whether you need bear spray in grizzly country, and other backpacking gear hot takes! πŸ‘‡ CHECK OUT CARL AND JESSE πŸ‘‡ Backpacking & Blisters Podcast (Carl): https://backpackingandblisters.com/Backcountry Forward YT (Jesse): https://www.youtube.com/c/BackcountryForward

08-21
32:20

As a Backpacker, Do I Like Fastpacking Gear?

In this episode, I review the gear I used on a recent fastpacking trip in the Canadian Rockies. Check out my gear list and PackWizard here: https://www.packwizard.com/s/QM_YGog

08-14
49:49

Ultralight Cardboard & String Sandals? w/ Jonny (Mayfly)

In this Garage Grown Gear partnered episode, Lloyd and I chat with Jonny from Mayfly about his ultralight sandals and whether they are something you should consider for your next backpacking trip. Check Mayfly Sandals Out Here: https://geni.us/Mayfly-GGG

08-07
42:58

How Do You Poop in the Woods the Right Way? w/ Taryn Eyton (Leave No Trace Canada)

In this episode, I sit down with LNT Master Educator, Taryn Eyton, to talk about how to properly dispose of poop in the woods and the science behind the LNT principles. LNT: https://lnt.org Taryn's Blog: https://happiestoutdoors.ca

07-31
49:34

Best and Worst of Outdoor Retailer 2024 w/ Carl (Backpacking & Blisters)

In today’s episode, I chat with Carl from the Backpacking & Blisters podcast about our experience at the Outdoor Retailer Summer Show 2024. We talk about the best gear we saw, trends of the show, and what we’re excited about for next year. PackWizard: https://www.packwizard.com Backpacking & Blisters Podcast: https://backpackingandblisters.com/

07-24
01:07:35

Why Could Alpaca Wool Be a Merino Killer? w/ John Gage (Appalachian Gear Company)

In today's episode, I chat with John Gage from Appalachian Gear Company about the benefits of alpaca wool and why it might be a merino killer. Check out alpaca wool products here! https://geni.us/AppalachianGearCo

07-17
01:41:48

How Do Backpacking Companies Innovate? w/ Brigham & Tayson (Outdoor Vitals)

In this episode, I sit down with Tayson and Brigham with Outdoor Vitals to discuss how backpacking gear is designed and taken from concept to production. Check out Outdoor Vitals here ➑️ https://geni.us/OutdoorVitals

07-10
47:29

Why is Alpha Direct Fabric in Such High Demand? w/ Joe (Farpointe Outdoor Gear)

In this episode, Lloyd (GGG) and I chat with Joe from Farpointe Outdoor Gear about why Alpha Direct fabric is such an insanely cool product and why it is in such high demand. πŸ‘‡ GEAR WE TALK ABOUT πŸ‘‡ Farpointe: https://geni.us/FarpointeOG Garage Grown Gear: https://geni.us/GarageGrownGear

07-03
49:38

What are the Best and Worst Sleeping Pads? w/ Devin Ashby (Backcountry Exposure)

In this episode, I sit down with Devin Ashby from the YouTube channel Backcountry Exposure to discuss the best and worst sleeping pads for backpacking that are on the market. πŸ‘‡ GEAR WE TALK ABOUT πŸ‘‡ Big Agnes Zoom UL: https://geni.us/ZoomUL Thermarest Xtherm: https://geni.us/xtherm Thermarest Xlite: https://geni.us/XliteNXT Sea to Summit Ether Light XT: https://geni.us/EtherLightXT REI Helix: https://geni.us/HelixSleepingPad Nemo Tensor: https://geni.us/NemoTensor Paria Recharge XL: https://geni.us/PariaRechargeXL Nemo Quasar: https://geni.us/Quasar3D

06-26
01:21:15

What Sets Nemo’s OSMO Tent Fabric Apart? w/ Gabi Rosenbrien (Nemo)

In this episode, I chat with Gabi Rosenbrien about the new tent fabric from Nemo. The fabric is called OSMO and has been incorporated in almost their entire backpacking line. The fabric has some impressive specification claims and we dive into the details around those.

06-19
01:11:22

How Can You Sleep Comfortably in the Backcountry? w/ Barry & Ryan (Sea to Summit)

On today’s episode, I am joined by Barry Roberts to talk about the technologies that go into making sleeping pads comfortable. Check out the Sea to Summit Ether Light XT here: https://geni.us/EtherLightXT

06-13
01:13:48

How Can Peeing Outdoors Be a Business? w/ Anastasia (Kula Cloth)

In this episode, Lloyd with Garage Grown Gear and I chat with Anastasia from Kula Cloth about how she turned peeing outdoors into a thriving business. But not just any business, one that is fun, inclusive, and supporting of LNT. Check out Kula Cloth at https://www.kulacloth.com or pick one up at GGG (https://geni.us/KulaCloth).

06-05
01:08:48

Why Did Rab Decide to Make a Sleeping Pad? w/ Ben Manwaring (Rab)

In this episode, I discuss Rab’s new sleeping pad line and the technologies that set it apart from other sleeping pads on the market. πŸ‘‡ GEAR WE TALK ABOUT πŸ‘‡ Rab Ionosphere Sleeping Pad: https://geni.us/RabIonosphere

05-29
43:53

What is the Top Gear Used by Thru-Hikers? w/ Mac (Halfway Anywhere)

In this episode, I chat with Mac from the Halfway Anywhere website. Mac compiles yearly surveys of PCT and CDT thru-hikers to figure out interesting stats like completion rates, injuries, and most popular gear.

05-22
48:42

Are Waterproof-Breathable Jackets a Lie? w/ Alex Lauver (Outdoor Research)

In today’s episode, I chat with Alex Lauver from Outdoor Research about waterproof-breathable fabrics. What does breathable mean? How is breathability tested? And what should people be looking for when it comes to a waterproof-breathable product?

05-15
01:00:29

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