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apartfromthedirt
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May 17, 2017
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I was tidying and setting gear out when I thought it would be great to see some options on personal handheld GPS devices and software or accessories add-ons.
neebze
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Mar 17, 2017
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Any chance snowboarding/ski equipment/gear getting some Massdrop treatment? I was thinking since it's seasonal there could be good chance of getting consistent/yearly deals (Idk if it works that way) but there's definitely lots of things to be sold. A lot of my friends go skiing/snowboarding and lots of them would probably end up buying other stuff from the other communities in Massdrop. Plus we all kind of hop on sales for winter gear/clothes/equipment every chance we get every year. What do ya say?!?!
kunalkumar
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Feb 16, 2017
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Outdoors is becoming its own community! After the great response from everyone, it is graduating out of incubation and we are preparing for a super exciting launch. The Outdoors Community will be launched as a stand alone community this Friday (February 17th).
Scrope
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Feb 12, 2017
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I guess I'm still confused. It sounded like you were going to start an Outdoors community but it wasn't ready yet. OK, I eventually got that. Now I'm seeing drops with the words "NEW COMMUNITY: OUTDOORS" but when I go to the Communities dropdown it's missing. But I do see them under Massdrop Hub community (which just seems weird to me). I think it would be easier for people to find the drops if they could subscribe and view the Outdoors community. I can't believe I'm the only one being confused by this roll out -- looking forward to the new community though.
kunalkumar
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Feb 12, 2017
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The idea is to launch a new community in Massdrop Hub which acts like an incubator to see how it would perform before the full roll out. Here is a link with how this process will take place: https://www.massdrop.com/talk/1094/how-massdrop-decides-on-new-communities. That being said, an "Outdoors" community is pretty much certain and we'll soon be making an update about when it is launching.
I hear you about the surfacing of drops for the new communities being incubated within Massdrop Hub and we are working on it.
I hear you about the surfacing of drops for the new communities being incubated within Massdrop Hub and we are working on it.
Scrope
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Feb 12, 2017
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Thanks for pointing me to that article. It made the process much clearer.
In the current Massdrop web design, there appear to be a hierarchical grouping of various communities under "Communities" which is represented by the drop down at the top of the page. What isn't shown, is that there is a sub-hierarchy under Massdrop Hub for the incubator communities. This is what confused me because I wanted to see the Outdoor community but it's not listed.
May I make a humble suggestion or two. If you want to have the new communities under the Massdrop Hub community, it might be nice to have the dropdown (and the subsequent community page) clearly show these communities. Alternately, you might want to have a new top level drop down on the page saying something like "Beta Communities" (Incubator Communities?) that would make it easier to access them and to make it clear that these are still in the beginning/testing phase and haven't been incorporated into the main Communities structure.
It's good that Massdrop is changing to reflect the communities interest. I'm looking forward to the Outdoor community and would like to see all the drops/discussions/polls/etc and also to subscribe -- even if it's only a beta community which may undergo changes or be dropped completely.
In the current Massdrop web design, there appear to be a hierarchical grouping of various communities under "Communities" which is represented by the drop down at the top of the page. What isn't shown, is that there is a sub-hierarchy under Massdrop Hub for the incubator communities. This is what confused me because I wanted to see the Outdoor community but it's not listed.
May I make a humble suggestion or two. If you want to have the new communities under the Massdrop Hub community, it might be nice to have the dropdown (and the subsequent community page) clearly show these communities. Alternately, you might want to have a new top level drop down on the page saying something like "Beta Communities" (Incubator Communities?) that would make it easier to access them and to make it clear that these are still in the beginning/testing phase and haven't been incorporated into the main Communities structure.
It's good that Massdrop is changing to reflect the communities interest. I'm looking forward to the Outdoor community and would like to see all the drops/discussions/polls/etc and also to subscribe -- even if it's only a beta community which may undergo changes or be dropped completely.
questioningcharacter42
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Feb 9, 2017
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The outdoors means to me hunting and fishing, reels, rods, tackle, and stuff like that, hunting isn't all guns and ammo plus to be a vendor for that there are LOADS of restrictions in the states and the ability to vend weapons is restrictive in and of its self. Just providing things like hunting vests in orange to comply with laws and get some function for the added clothing, maybe some thermal clothing, camouflage, game calls, and more to garner some interest from this group of people. There are more things you could provide there just needs to be some research to find out if there is a community here that will want these offerings or if they are looking for something else.
Scoundrel
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Feb 9, 2017
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I would like to see a drop on external frame, modular MOLLE/Malice packs that can be reconfigured for a wide variety of use by adding day packs, duffles, dry bags, pouches, used as a pack board, etc.
Examples such as the J51 Warhammer from Eberlestock, Kifaru package, Mystery Ranch built on the NICE frame etc.
ULFlyfish
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Feb 7, 2017
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Would love to have Canoe and Kayak represented here...Wilderness Systems, Necky, Perception, Jackson, NRS, Kokatat, Werner paddles, AT, Bending Branches, Wenonah, Yakima, Stohlquist and many, many more.
Would also love to have more Tenkara fishing stuff (now in Ultralight) and regular flyfishing. St. Croix, Sage, Lamson, Ross, TFO, Rio, Scientific Angler, and so on.
Finally, it would be great to have archery represented, not necessarily bow hunting, but archery. Martin, Bear, Hoyt, Samick, Easton arrows, Truglo, Matthews, Morell and Block targets, Delta McKenzie targets, Allen accessories, NAP, Quad arrow rests, Trophy Ridge, etc.
Would also love to have more Tenkara fishing stuff (now in Ultralight) and regular flyfishing. St. Croix, Sage, Lamson, Ross, TFO, Rio, Scientific Angler, and so on.
Finally, it would be great to have archery represented, not necessarily bow hunting, but archery. Martin, Bear, Hoyt, Samick, Easton arrows, Truglo, Matthews, Morell and Block targets, Delta McKenzie targets, Allen accessories, NAP, Quad arrow rests, Trophy Ridge, etc.
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SargeII
MP600's got sand...literally
I own a lot of multitools but the MP600 bladeless will always be my travel buddy. Had to use this to work on a truck in the Mui Ne Sand Dunes, Nha Trang, Vietnam,
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exturkconner
Any thoughts on getting some ebikes?
I know this is still a relatively niche market. But more and more they seem to steadily be growing in traction. Seems to be an enthusiast type of market with a lot of varied levels of product quality. Seems right up Drops alley.
May 20, 2020
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wily-quixote
What happened to Drop Outdoors?
Drop used to provide a great range of low priced outdoor equipment. In the past I have picked up great bargains on fleece, jackets, hats often provided by name manufacturers such as OR, Rab, marmot and the like.
This has really contracted in the last few months. I get that the profit margin on overstock items from large manufacturers is low and that Drop is a business, not an organisation designed to provide me with variety. I also get that the profit on in-house development is high - the massdrop x-mid being an example of a high quality and really well selling product.
That said, I have to lament the lack of range of produce evidence lately - really is little reason for me to even browse.
if it wasn't for the watch community, and my watch collecting interests, I wouldn't even look at Drop anymore.
Dec 12, 2019
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SargeII
Reminders of the Outdoors
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No doubt majority of people here have been affected by the Covid-19 crisis, some more than others. While we all have time to slow down and recover, nature is doing the same thing. I live in a metropolis of 20 million made up of 13 interconnected cities and pollution takes its toll on man and nature. Since the Enhanced Quarantine was in place, birds and crickets have returned, bees and spiders have emerged, a stark reminder that we share the world with other species just outside our door.
This is my visitor today, an orange spider on my OG Hydroflask in my garage :)
May 7, 2020
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SargeII
Famous in the toughest places
Emerson CQC-7 Mini up JEST Peak, Subic, Philippines
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. Emerson Knives, famous in the toughest places 😎 PS: you have to open the image to see the knife
Feb 16, 2020
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DannyMilks
Should Massdrop Partner with My Trail Co?
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My Trail Co is a new company from Colorado, currently selling a few packs, tents and jackets with ambitious plans to expand. MTC emanates from the ashes of Golite, a company that was one of the main catalysts for the ultralight movement in the 2000s. I personally still have and regularly use my Golite Bitterroot down jacket, Jam2 50L pack, Feather 40 degree bag (now converted to a two-person quilt), and a few other things. I am very fond of who Golite was, what they made, and how they helped many of us to lighten up.
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So, it seems like it would be a no brainer to partner with a company making items that are essentially updates of the original beloved items, now under a different brand name. However, there is a bit of a darkside in that Golite went bankrupt a few years ago and left debts of more than $3 million to outdoor suppliers, manufacturers, and real estate owners. Many ULers were unhappy with how Golite went out of business. It wasn't illegal, by any means...
Feb 21, 2017
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SargeII
MP600's got sand...literally
I own a lot of multitools but the MP600 bladeless will always be my travel buddy. Had to use this to work on a truck in the Mui Ne Sand Dunes, Nha Trang, Vietnam,
hell of a time cleaning it after though 😅
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May 23, 2020
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exturkconner
Any thoughts on getting some ebikes?
I know this is still a relatively niche market. But more and more they seem to steadily be growing in traction. Seems to be an enthusiast type of market with a lot of varied levels of product quality. Seems right up Drops alley.
May 20, 2020
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Silmaril
http://www.buffalosystems.co.uk/products/superbag/
Would this pack into Dans 40L backpack? measurements are 34cm by 25cm. roughly 13 inches by 10 inches. dont really want to carry a sleeping bag separate outside of a backpack.
Got a Kelty -20 degrees bag and that thing sucks, its okay at 30 degrees. I need something that will be warm for northern Alaska/canadian winters.
May 14, 2020
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SargeII
Reminders of the Outdoors
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No doubt majority of people here have been affected by the Covid-19 crisis, some more than others. While we all have time to slow down and recover, nature is doing the same thing. I live in a metropolis of 20 million made up of 13 interconnected cities and pollution takes its toll on man and nature. Since the Enhanced Quarantine was in place, birds and crickets have returned, bees and spiders have emerged, a stark reminder that we share the world with other species just outside our door.
This is my visitor today, an orange spider on my OG Hydroflask in my garage :)
May 7, 2020
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Tackhammer
Tyvek groundsheets
I see alot of people on here looking for different size groundsheets for thier tents.
I am a contractor from Minnesota, this is how I create groundsheets for my tents and for some of my friends.
I side and have homes and businesses sided as part of my business. I have to buy rolls of Tyvek and other brands of underlayment for siding.
All technical (other than tarpaper), underlayment will also work as a ground sheet. These rolls of underlayment are sold at virtually every lumber yard. For a less expensive option get rolls of this material and cut it yourself using either a razor knife or a scissors. These rolls are readily available in 9' x 50' or 9' x 100' rolls for as little as $45.00 us currency a roll. In addition you can buy 2 story rolls 18' x 100' rolls but those need to be ordered.
In other words save money, cut only what you need and exactly what size you want and either sell the rest or save it or cut it for you friends..
Mar 11, 2020
UPDATE (Feb 15th, 2017): Outdoors is becoming its own community! After the great response from everyone, it is graduating out of incubation and we are preparing for a super exciting launch. The Outdoors Community will be launched as a stand alone community this Friday (February 17th).
UPDATE (Feb 3rd, 2017): New drops will be launching everyday for Outdoors. Please take a look at the new drop here https://www.massdrop.com/hub/drops
UPDATE (Feb 1st, 2017): And it's on! Commerce team is starting to launch drops for 'Outdoors' starting tomorrow. As you can see https://www.massdrop.com/talk/1188/outdoors-community-drops-coming-tomorrow :)
UPDATE (Jan 31st, 2017): Our Commerce team has been planning on drops for Outdoors and we'll start listing them on Massdrop Hub later this week.
We’re excited to introduce Outdoors as the first new community to launch on Massdrop Hub. Many members have shared ideas for new communities, but none has been so hotly requested as a more general community for those who love the great outdoors.
What can we expect in the Outdoors Community?
We’re glad you asked! “Outdoors” is pretty broad, so to keep the focus strong, we’ll be concentrating on the following subcategories during the community’s launch:
- Camping and hiking
- Climbing and mountaineering
- Seasonal sports (for example, this time of year, it’s all about snow sports)
As the community builds, we’ll introduce more subcategories using polls and new discussion threads.How can I let Massdrop know what I want in Outdoors?
We’ve created some polls to gather input on products and brands from all of you. Please vote in these polls and feel free to create more—we’re here and paying attention to make sure we bring you exactly what you want.
Keep Reading
New Communities Ideas & Poll Thread: https://www.massdrop.com/talk/1095/new-communities-ideas-poll-thread
How Massdrop Decides on New Communities: https://www.massdrop.com/talk/1094/how-massdrop-decides-on-new-communities
What Is Massdrop Hub?: https://www.massdrop.com/talk/1093/a-new-place-to-explore
Site Features Discussion: https://www.massdrop.com/talk/1097/site-features-discussion-feedback
Help Desk for New Users: https://helpdesk.massdrop.com/hc/en-us