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Eugene Miya wrote:

>>>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.

My wife and I both have our kilts, and they certainly aren't going up 
into the mountains.  Alexandria has a pre-Christmas parade; the perfect 
place for them.  But we aren't going to blow our money on the fancy 
extras, like Prince Charles sports.  It's nice to feel your balls bounce 
without that stupid leather pouch.

Eugene, start getting a grip on this news group.  What was all that John 
Kerry stuff?  I didn't look at a one.

jimbat