In this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson and Brigham introduce Special Projects, a new Outdoor Vitals program created to design gear for narrow, high-stakes problems in small batches instead of chasing broad appeal. They cover the goals of the program, its origins and the first Special Projects' release: The Resolve Down Anorak.
Topics we cover:
1. What is the goal of Outdoor Vitals' new "Special Projects" program?
2. Who is the Resolve Down Anorak meant for?
3. Dual zippers versus single zippers for heat retention.
4. When will the Resolve Down Anorak be released? (Window)
Chapters:
00:00 - Introducing Special Projects
07:54 - Origin of the Resolve Down Anorak
13:39 - Box Baffle Sleeping Bag Construction
17:08 - Why Develop an Anorak?
28:20 - Heavy-Duty Hardware & Zipper Details
31:10 - Kangaroo Pocket & Internal Drop Storage
32:25 - Hood Baffling & Body Coverage
38:56 - Down Specs and Treatment
40:46 - Fabrics
42:24 - Total Weight, Packability, & Warmth-to-Weight
46:38 - Field Testing in 70 MPH Winds
49:36 - Ideal Temperature & Weather Conditions
54:57 - Colors, Sizing, & Pre-Sale Details
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