Treepees
Hmmmm…these look pretty interesting.
1 comment March 31st, 2008
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Your Grandma Wears The North Face
The following does not reflect the opinion of Outdoorzy, just this one, strange blogger…
Let’s set the record straight here. I own a The North Face jacket, gloves, sleeping bag, and a pair of convertible pants. I love each one of those things. They are well made technical clothing items. They keep me warm and dry and looking good while I do it. Can’t ask for more than that.
But, as we all know, The North Face has entered the mainstream. It’s rough when you see your grandmother wearing The North Face, when yesterday it was “your” style. And I’m not talking about your grandmother that climbs 5.9s. I’m talking about your grandmother that drives a Lincoln and eats at The Cracker Barrel. I don’t think the issue many of us Outdoorsy types have with this is unfounded either. Some say, “Anyone can buy any piece of clothing they want.” And this is true. But when everyone is wearing your brand, it suddenly looses its individuality. Mountain Hardwear is getting a following in the Bingo-playing crowd as well, which is also disturbing. TNF and MH both make fantastic clothing, no doubt about it. But I hate going to the mall and my wife can’t find me because everyone has the same jacket on.
Well folks, at least we still have Sierra Designs, Patagonia, and Marmot.
8 comments March 31st, 2008
