expiredNavy-Wife | Staff posted Oct 29, 2024 05:56 AM
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expiredNavy-Wife | Staff posted Oct 29, 2024 05:56 AM
Mountain Hardwear Sleeping Bags: Bishop Pass 30F/-1C
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PFAS has been deemed as unsafe at any level as once its in your bloodstream, it never goes away. The guy proved it in my opinion with some tests.
They are now finally making a PFAS-Free material, (only after REI Co-op (one of the largests outdoor gear retailers) has refused to carry regular Gore-Tex anymore. So we might be seeing lots of their gear going on sale as they are hopefully going to phase most of the cancerous stuff out as they transition. But there will always be other outdoor companies that don't care and will carry it, so it might never get phased out.
If you don't care about having super cancerous FOREVER chemicals in your blood, then thats fine, but I felt compelled to warn the community.
That said, if am ever in a situation where I think to myself, man I'm glad my sleeping bag is 100% waterproof, then things in my life have gone way, way wrong. 😂
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PFAS has been deemed as unsafe at any level as once its in your bloodstream, it never goes away. The guy proved it in my opinion with some tests.
They are now finally making a PFAS-Free material, (only after REI Co-op (one of the largests outdoor gear retailers) has refused to carry regular Gore-Tex anymore. So we might be seeing lots of their gear going on sale as they are hopefully going to phase most of the cancerous stuff out as they transition. But there will always be other outdoor companies that don't care and will carry it, so it might never get phased out.
If you don't care about having super cancerous FOREVER chemicals in your blood, then thats fine, but I felt compelled to warn the community.
Which has been deemed as unsafe at any level as once its in your bloodstream, it never goes away. The guy proved it in my opinion with some tests.
They are now finally making a pfas free material, so we will probably see lots of their gear going on sale as the phase it out.
If you don't care about have super cancerous chemicals in your blood, then thats fine, but I felt compelled to warn the community.
That said, if am ever in a situation where I think to myself, man I'm glad my sleeping bag is 100% waterproof, then things in my life have gone way, way wrong. 😂
The video I watched on YT also did say many other outdoor gear companies are using PFAS on their products as well, so not sure why this title said Gore-Tex and Water-Proof, & now suddenly it doesn't, but if my comments caused you concern, you may want to look into why they had that name on the post in the first place.
This company might just be one of the ones using a generic version of PFAS on all of their water resistant gear, and also have some of their more expensive gear that actually teams up with Gore-Tex to make it more appealing? Or possibly it was just a mistake from the get go.
I obviously have no clue and would just caution you to look further into it if you care.
Don't need and tents or sleeping bags or camping gear this time around as those were bought for cheap during this same sale several years ago. I love all MHW stuff and SD feeds my addiction!
Just a reminder: If you get any Gore-Tex stuff, remember to wear it or sleep inside it and DO NOT EAT IT.
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PFAS has been deemed as unsafe at any level as once its in your bloodstream, it never goes away. The guy proved it in my opinion with some tests.
They are now finally making a PFAS-Free material, (only after REI Co-op (one of the largests outdoor gear retailers) has refused to carry regular Gore-Tex anymore. So we might be seeing lots of their gear going on sale as they are hopefully going to phase most of the cancerous stuff out as they transition. But there will always be other outdoor companies that don't care and will carry it, so it might never get phased out.
If you don't care about having super cancerous FOREVER chemicals in your blood, then thats fine, but I felt compelled to warn the community.
Here's a breakdown of the key points:
* Traditional Gore-Tex: Historically, Gore-Tex products have used PFAS in the form of a durable water repellent (DWR) coating. This coating helps water bead up and roll off the fabric.
* PFAS Concerns: PFAS are persistent pollutants that don't break down easily in the environment. They can accumulate in the human body and have been linked to various health issues.
* Gore's Efforts: In response to these concerns, Gore has developed a new PFAS-free membrane technology called ePE. This technology provides the same waterproof and breathable properties as traditional Gore-Tex but without the use of PFAS in the membrane itself.
* Ongoing Challenges: While the new ePE membrane is a significant step forward, Gore-Tex products may still contain PFAS in other components, such as the DWR coating. Gore is working to phase out PFAS from all its products but has not yet set a specific timeline for complete elimination.
It's important to note that not all Gore-Tex products are currently PFAS-free. Consumers should look for products labeled as "PFAS-free" or "PFC-free" to ensure they are purchasing products that do not contain these chemicals.
Overall, Gore-Tex's commitment to reducing PFAS use is a positive development. However, it's important to stay informed about the latest information and make informed choices when purchasing Gore-Tex products.
Max User Height Regular: 78 in / 198 cm
Max User Height Long: 78 in / 198 cm
Looking at sleeping bags and was looking to get a long, but the length doesn't seem to be correct ? Does anyone know the actual length ?
This is the bishop
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