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Jul 29, 2018 at 10:37 pm #3548899
We used to see roundups from BPL. but some other folks are noticing and posting about what the more mainstream vendors are doing make gear bit lighter, mostly by implementing innovations we first saw in the cottage industry.
See here: https://sectionhiker.com/outdoor-retailer-2018-editors-choice-gear-picks/
Jul 29, 2018 at 11:04 pm #3548903Thanks for the link Bruce. Philip has one of the best sites out there, IMO. Good, quick coverage of the show’s more interesting items.
Jul 30, 2018 at 2:32 am #3548940+1 Phil writes one of the most comprehensive backpacking blogs out there. I remember when he left his job in tech to work on the blog full time. It’s amazing one person managed to produce all that well-organized quality content. It’s a great resource for all, but especially helpful for introducing people to lightweight gear and techniques.
I’d also recommend checking out Will Rietveld’s excellent OR coverage on his Ultralight Insights blog. No one does OR like Will.
Jul 30, 2018 at 3:04 pm #3548998Here is Will Rietveld’s OUTDOOR RETAILER SUMMER MARKET 2018 .
Jul 30, 2018 at 7:34 pm #3549036Nm
Clearly, my lack of sleep is getting to me… sigh. Thanks, Doug.
Jul 30, 2018 at 7:43 pm #354903720L on a charge. It’s rechargeable….
:-)
Jul 31, 2018 at 5:45 am #3549145@ Doug. Thanks
@ Ethan. Yes I saw Will’s blog and the links posted here. Will focused mostly on barebones specs while SectionHIker shared a bit more of his reaction.
Bottom line, mainstream vendors are still maintaining some focus on lightweight products which I think is good for backpackers. Soon REI might have down quilts from ThermaRest.
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