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To: utford

Meh

Back in the late 60s and early 70s Yvon Chouinard was a real name in high wall climbing, his pitons and other rock gear were the gold standard. I had a lot of it.

Then he found out that selling trendy clothing to gopniks made more $$$ with less chance of being sued.

Now, IMO, just another place selling crap Chinese logowear fleece. Has been for a very long time.

North Face is owned by VF Copr - that also owns Dickies and several other clothing brands.


36 posted on 08/21/2021 7:35:55 AM PDT by ASOC (This space for rent)
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To: ASOC

I have a Patagonia winter (outer) cloth shell in the closet. Over 20 years old & still usable & in decent shape. Only issue is after 20 years, the waterproof coating inside the shell has deteriorated away.

Got my money’s worth out of their product.


52 posted on 08/21/2021 8:17:22 AM PDT by bobcat62
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