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Ep. 54 - Load It Right: Backpack Packing 101

October 14, 2025 • Travis White, Brad Grear, Patrick Richardson • Season 6 • Episode 54

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This week on Busted Knees and Pretty Trees, we’re getting into packing your pack from the top lid to the hip belt. What goes where, why it matters, and how to keep your gear balanced, dry, and easy to grab when you need it most. We’ll break down how to layer your load — heavy gear in the middle, quick grabs on top, sleep stuff on the bottom — plus a few tricks to save your back and your sanity on the trail. If you’ve ever wondered “Am I packing this thing right?” — this one’s for you!

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