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An interesting idea but his logo looks like a black diamond logo rotated 45 degrees.
David, hmmm, I see that now. He probably needs to change it or risk the wrath of BD lawyers.
I’ve been debating sewing a similar pocket to a pair of base layer pants for a pocket to hold sunglasses etc when touring the BC (lightweight shells = no pockets).
I wouldn’t pay for this item but I think it has a market. I suggest they also make a version that is “baggier” and has a velcro flap at the top in order to hold things that aren’t so rectangular shaped and to allow for someone to use their hand to feel around for a specific thing in the event that more than one item is in the pocket.
maybe a disclaimer saying how stupid it is to have a cell phone or ipod turned on in avalanche terrain (due to interference with transcievers).
Hey Wild Snow Folks.
A friend and I are going to Outdoor Retailer in Salt Lake City and have 3 to 4 days after OR before we need to be in Winter Park / Denver for the SIA show.
Want to find some touring (if possible with the snow conditions) doesn’t need to be epic just want to spend some time in the BC before the neon lights of another convention centre.
I have been to Silverton and the San Juan’s and know that maybe the best bet.
But is there something a little closer to Denver / Winter Park so we aren’t driving like fools.
Thanks for any beta.
Seems like a good idea to me, but would be better if there was some sort of positive closure. Still worth getting IMHO, as handy for things like handkerchiefs and lightweight beanies on pocketless lycra (skating gear, etc).
adding ANY weight to your legs is never a good idea
add more pockets on your upper body instead
Leg seems like a terrible place to put a pocket for running. I wonder how Black Diamond feels about that logo…