Gear Priority Podcast with Justin Outdoors Where Does Ultralight Go From Here? w/ Mateo Favero (Zpacks)
Sep 11, 2023
Matteo Favero, Zpacks representative, discusses the future of ultralight gear, minimalist packs, direct-to-consumer model, transitioning to ultralight gear, and design philosophy changes at Zpacks. They also touch on the evolution of the Art Cal backpack and sleep systems with fabric choices.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Experience and Perspective at Z-Bax
02:50 • 2min
The History of Zpacks and Product Line
04:21 • 6min
Zpacks' Direct-to-Consumer Model and Focus on High-Performance Customers
10:13 • 5min
Transitioning to and Changing Expectations of Ultralight Gear
14:44 • 5min
Design and Philosophy Changes at Zpacks
20:00 • 2min
The Evolution of the Art Call Backpack
21:37 • 25min
Sleep Systems and Fabric Choices
47:07 • 11min