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549
Jul 1, 2018
Step in the right direction for Kelty, using some lighter fabrics...changing to a 10d for the inner shell would be a worthy consideration. A lot of people will see 2.5 pounds and think it's just another ol' affordable camping bag but for an EN comfort rating of 18F in synthetic that's really not too bad at all. Kim, a few techy questions for you, since these answers never seem to make it into product copy these days:
* I see that you said you're waiting for marketing info from Kelty on the insulation, but can you at least share some general info about it? If the bag is box-baffled that would lead me to think it's one of the loose fill insulations....or is it just typical short staple fill?
* You suggested water resistance for the fill as well...silicone-encapsulated treatment for the fibers (such as Montbell and Marmot are doing)?
* And waterproof for the end panels...is that a PU coating or are we just talking DWR treatment on the outside? Same fabric base or something else for those sections?
StepbystepI love these questions and I will definitely get them over to Kelty asap! I currently have zero information about the insulation but was told around this week it was expected to arrive, so let me check in!
The 10d suggestion is really great! Possibly a reason why this hasn't been selling to our expectations. :(
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549
Jul 2, 2018
kim.suarezGreat, thanks! I think in this age of Quilts, some of which are pretty dang inexpensive now, bags - and synthetic bags - have fallen out of favor. Still definitely have a place, though. A 10d fabric for the inner may add a little cost, and may not fit into Kelty's general direction of affordable & durable, but it could be a good choice. It will hold up to calloused feet and wearing normal hiking clothing to bed - remarkably durable for how thin it is, but of course slightly less durable long term (although many would argue that).
StepbystepThanks so much for the insight! Great to know for future developments! Really appreciate it !