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Offline chisos muse

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Do People Still Backpack?
« on: April 13, 2010, 06:32:24 PM »
The rep from Patagonia was in my store today giving a training clinic and as he was discussing their technical apparel he said "you can use this to ski in, climb in, etc." I commented " also a great piece for backpacking". He replied, "oh, nobody really goes backpacking anymore".  :eusa_think:

Did I miss something or enter a parallel dimension without realizing it?  :icon_lol:
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Re: Do People Still Backpack?
« Reply #1 on: April 13, 2010, 06:39:47 PM »
Quote from: chisos_muse on April 13, 2010, 06:32:24 PM
The rep from Patagonia was in my store today giving a training clinic and as he was discussing their technical apparel he said "you can use this to ski in, climb in, etc." I commented " also a great piece for backpacking". He replied, "oh, nobody really goes backpacking anymore".  :eusa_think:

Did I miss something or enter a parallel dimension without realizing it?  :icon_lol:

Not with stuff made by Patagonia, anyway.
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Re: Do People Still Backpack?
« Reply #2 on: April 13, 2010, 06:43:23 PM »
Quote from: jeffblaylock on April 13, 2010, 06:39:47 PM
Quote from: chisos_muse on April 13, 2010, 06:32:24 PM
The rep from Patagonia was in my store today giving a training clinic and as he was discussing their technical apparel he said "you can use this to ski in, climb in, etc." I commented " also a great piece for backpacking". He replied, "oh, nobody really goes backpacking anymore".  :eusa_think:

Did I miss something or enter a parallel dimension without realizing it?  :icon_lol:

Not with stuff made by Patagonia, anyway.


 :rolling:

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Re: Do People Still Backpack?
« Reply #3 on: April 13, 2010, 07:21:57 PM »
Apparently you need re-training. :icon_rolleyes:
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Re: Do People Still Backpack?
« Reply #4 on: April 13, 2010, 07:28:17 PM »
Quote from: Robert on April 13, 2010, 07:21:57 PM
Apparently you need re-training. :icon_rolleyes:

I guess so!  :eusa_shhh:
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Re: Do People Still Backpack?
« Reply #5 on: April 13, 2010, 09:13:38 PM »
Hmmm, maybe I should send them this photo from my backpacking trip last August in Colorado...in my Patagonia Jacket and pants.

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Re: Do People Still Backpack?
« Reply #6 on: April 13, 2010, 09:52:23 PM »
I believe all of you have misspelled Patagucci.
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Re: Do People Still Backpack?
« Reply #7 on: April 13, 2010, 10:30:54 PM »
Quote from: randell on April 13, 2010, 09:13:38 PM
Hmmm, maybe I should send them this photo from my backpacking trip last August in Colorado...in my Patagonia Jacket and pants.



Gosh, and I thought I was shameless . . .

Al

P.S. Perhaps shameless but a beautiful photo.  Thanks.
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Re: Do People Still Backpack?
« Reply #8 on: April 13, 2010, 11:46:42 PM »
Why did the 'staying alive' song just pop in my head after reading this/looking at that photo?  :rolling:

Please, get it out!!!

I am by no means rediculing the photo.  It is just fine.  But the song ... must ... go!
« Last Edit: April 13, 2010, 11:50:26 PM by MilesOfTexas »
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Re: Do People Still Backpack?
« Reply #9 on: April 14, 2010, 07:03:35 AM »
I guess I must not be up to speed on coiture gear; I've never heard of Patagonia. And I guess that Patagonia rep has never ventured near the Grand Canyon or the AT. Plenty of backpackers there to refute his claim.

Guess about as high falutin' I get as far as clothing goes is Columbia gear from the local Academy Sports. :) I don't own any North Face gear, either.

I guess I must not fit their target demographic.
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Re: Do People Still Backpack?
« Reply #10 on: April 14, 2010, 07:39:12 AM »
Yeah, it's expensive. The funny part about it is that the rep has been with the company for almost 30 years. I have a subscription to Backpacker mag and there are several ads for Patagonia, and they are usually recommended in gear choices for their down sweaters and other products too.  :eusa_doh:
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Re: Do People Still Backpack?
« Reply #11 on: April 14, 2010, 07:53:46 AM »
I still backpack and hike.  I use down and wool, Tarptent, Montbell, Cascade, Inov-8, Icebreaker and Gossamer Gear among other companies.  Out of touch maybe?
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Re: Do People Still Backpack?
« Reply #12 on: April 14, 2010, 08:26:39 AM »
Patagonia is becoming the new Eddie Bauer.  EB used to be actually functioning outdoor clothing.  Now it's "urban outdoor" clothing, if you consider walking across a mall parking lot outdoor.  Patagonia isn't that bad yet, but it's on it's way.  Patagucci is a good description, LOL!  I'll stick with my REI clothing.
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Re: Do People Still Backpack?
« Reply #13 on: April 14, 2010, 08:51:17 AM »
Patagonia was a major player in outdoor gear several decades ago, but their slide towards becoming Patagucci began a long time ago. They probably still make some good stuff, but their marketing has definitely shifted.
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Re: Do People Still Backpack?
« Reply #14 on: April 14, 2010, 09:04:23 AM »
Quote from: chisos_muse on April 13, 2010, 06:32:24 PM
The rep from Patagonia was in my store today giving a training clinic and as he was discussing their technical apparel he said "you can use this to ski in, climb in, etc." I commented " also a great piece for backpacking". He replied, "oh, nobody really goes backpacking anymore".  :eusa_think:

Did I miss something or enter a parallel dimension without realizing it?  :icon_lol:

I'd get it if he meant that more people ski than backpack, but climbing v. backpacking?   :eusa_think:  I think not.

Patagucci...that's funny. 
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