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fake news and a new product
TV Blanket testimonialWe've had the Wiggy's TV blanket for many years in the cold weather of Maine. It is very light weight and used year round (Maine summer nights can be cool). It is, however, in the winter that it serves us best. Several years ago, a storm knocked out power to much of northern Maine. We had recently [...]
and the bogus beat goes on
U.S. COMPANIES RACE TO COMMERCIALIZE TECHNOLOGIES FOR COOLING FABRICSThat is the headline of an article in a European online publication. When I clicked on the article I was told I had to pay to read it, so it was not read by me. However I do have thoughts on the subject.I do believe that the technology for cooling [...]
more moisture management nonsense
THE LATEST MIRACLE TO CONTROL MOISTURE MANAGEMENTThe following information comes from the magazine SPECIALTY FABRICS REVIEW. Their motto as seen on the cover page is and I quote; “Trusted information through a century of change”. I take exception to their motto since I have read numerous articles about textile products that do not work. On occasion I have written to [...]
reclaiming the new old stuff you bought
RECLAIMING GARMENTSA few years ago Patagonia started reclaiming used garments and most recently I read that Columbia Sportswear is doing the same thing. How many other companies and I suspect several are doing the same program.Maybe if they made better garments they would not be wearing out so fast. ALL of these large company’s products are based on [...]
wicking
WICKINGWhat is wicking; it is an action where by liquid will move through any fabric that is a natural fabric to include cotton, wool, silk, or rayon. Wicking or wicking action does not occur when any synthetic fabric is subjected to getting wet with any liquid. Synthetic fiber does not absorb liquid. The textile manufacturers are and have been [...]
The Knee Warmer is Here!
First, a Testimonial for the Slumber Bag:The Slumber Bag: Durable and ComfortableWe have four of these sleeping bags and they have held up well after years of use. The rectangular "Slumber Bag" is a simple and comfortable sleeping bag or blanket. The zippers are large and heavy duty which makes them easy to zip and unzip without snags or difficulty. [...]
more favorable comment about a ducksback product
DUCKSBACK TESTIMONIALSince receiving the cagoule, olive drab, DUCKSBACK I have worn such in continuous rain, driving rain, everything short of hurricane torrent (that maybe soon) and not once has it failed in any manner to keep me 100% dry. The DUCKSBACK material is performing beyond any other rain gear I have. Being super light-weight and packable is the other [...]
early winter? very possibly
IS WINTER STARTING EARLY?The following article came from the British on line newspaper the Daily Mail.I haven’t heard any of our news media reporting this.“Cooler temperatures are predicted to span much of the eastern part of the United States throughout the month of August.The first of several spells of below-average temperatures saw shorts exchanged for sweaters across the east of the country [...]
amazon is not good for the economy
NOT SELLING MY PRODUCTS THROUGH AMAZONOne fellow wrote asking why I did not sell my products through them and my initial response was because they would reduce the prices and therefore my margin. However, that is just the beginning.I cannot imagine someone calling them for technical information. Would you get a person? The answer is no. What about [...]
follow up to the air boots
AN INTERSTING RESPONSE TO LAST NIGHTS COMMENTARYHi Jerry - I looked at the questions and answers about this boot on the web site and found the following:Are these insulated at all?DerikFAnswer this questionCabela's Western Guide Hunting Boots by Meindl, Item # IK-818703, do not contain added insulation.2 years, 10 months agoby CabelasExpert15----I wonder if this expert has a name.This boot [...]