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>>multiple use outdoor clothing and sleeping kit. 

In article <bcech01ukksapur6fjktdvg76peasr6tg5@4ax.com>,
Gary S.  <Idontwantspam@net> wrote:
>There was the elephant foot sleeping bag, now rather difficult to
>find, which is a sleeping bag that comes up to slightly above the
>waist. Combined with an insulated parka, it replaced carrying a
>sleeping bag with considerable weight savings.

I inherited one.
My 1st mentor bought one for one of his young kids (who grew up prefering
golf).  I suspect when it gets ratty enough, I may rebuild it (Alp Sport
no longer exists).

The combo isn't much of a weight savings over a sleeping bag.

What you gain is versatility: you can just use the down jacket say while
sitting around after dinner or before breakfast.

>I am surprised the ultralight crowd has not revived it, but they seem
>rather focused on sleeping quilts.

Too small a market.

>The Army shelter-half concept, where each half doubled as a poncho is
>not new. Ponchos are not ideal for all activities and conditions.

No bug protection.
Too few people want to bivvy.


>Also, in the rain, you may want your shelter to stay up when you go
>outside wearing your rainwear.
>
>There are some interesting possibilities for multi-use designs,
>however the market would be limited.

That's the nature of markets.

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