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Author: Ben Brooks & Bruce Layman

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021 - Justifying the Upgrade: Adventures in Overthinking Stuff
Episode 5
Tuesday, 24 June, 2025

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. Brands & Products Mentioned (With Links) Nemo Dragonfly OSMO 2p Tent NEMO Equipment | REI 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 Some links above may be affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, the hosts may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. Your support helps keep the show running!