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Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Gear Forum :: Waxed canvas backpack for school
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| keth0601 |
I would try and buy them in person if you can though as I've noticed some issues with some of their packs over the last year (some poorly sewn seams, a pack with one shoulder strap longer than the other, etc nothing major) and I like to inspect them in person before I buy. Part of the whole "hand made" aspect I suppose. |
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| Sparkeh |
Its so hypocritical of major outdoor companies claiming to be "green" all while their entire company is based on selling petroleum products. And yes I do buy many petroleum products still. I am trying to go more natural slowly but surely. And yes I get that petroleum technically is a natural product but it may be better to keep it underground for our own health. |
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| bwcamjh |
I was able to pick up a Premium Mesabi Range Daypack second hand barely used, about $120 less than new and no added shipping. I use it as my music bag. Music books, extra strings, writing/notating tools. Just traveled to Colorado and back with it. The pack has been a good choice. Might want to look at some the shoulder bag/satchels as well. I was in the Frost River Store in early January looking for a satchel but did not find one that had the specifics I was looking for. If I didn't already have a nice leather briefcase I'd likely own a Frost River briefcase/shoulder bag. |
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| tumblehome |
Tom |
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| w_w_w_31 |
dave |
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| w_w_w_31 |
I have been around for a bit, and am trying to impart a little of my experience for the next generation. Don't get me wrong, synthetics definitely have their place. I am just trying to make my purchases a bit more thoughtfully and environmentally sound. After hearing about all the micro plastics showing up in our waterways, I wonder how much of that is due to our clothing choices. When I do laundry, and clean the lint filter, there is a bunch of "micro plastics" right there. dave |
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| w_w_w_31 |
To my real reason for posting - I am looking for options for a waxed canvas backpack for my daughters for a school backpack. I am tired of buying nylon and fleece and polyester and all the other synthetic options, that are not environmentally friendly at all. Don't get me wrong, I have a closet full of fleece, but I am trying to do better. The last 2 trips to the BWCA I took, I had all natural fibers for clothing, except for 1 pair of fleece socks to sleep in - we normally do very late fall trips. Sorry, back on track..... My wife and I are trying to raise our girls with a sense for the outdoors, and I feel that needs to include our clothing choices and accessories as well. I know of Frost River, and Duluth Pack. They are amazing, and are definite options. We would normally buy a school backpack for them from Lands End or the sort. The older girl is at the age, and size, where I will consider buying her a "lifetime" pack. I am not afraid of buying quality, because in the long run it ends being cheaper and more enjoyable. So, what other options should I look at for them? I have a Filson Tin cloth jacket that I have re waxed a couple times, and love. It will outlast me easily. But, Filson does not have any good options for a backpack that I have seen. Thank you for your time. dave |