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EPISODE · May 28, 2026 · 39 MIN

Thru-Hikers vs. REAL BACKPACKERS with Vince Strawbridge (Bonus Thursday)

from Backpacking & Blisters: A Hiking, Backpacking, and Adventure Show · host Bleav + Carl Mandrioli

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Vince Strawbridge joins the show to debate this very issue. Carl and Vince make strong accusations at one another in this semi-heated debate.

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