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Minimalist Mountaineering Bags

The Mountainsmith Scream Series is Light and Tear-Resistant

— January 20, 2018 — Lifestyle
Hiking and mountaineering call for lightness and agility, and the Mountainsmith Scream Series is a pack that helps alpinists to shave off weight and go deeper into the wilderness. The new line of backpacks are designed to be as light as possible without sacrificing durability, utility, or space, letting hikers travel lightly and efficiently.

There are two bags in the Mountainsmith Scream Series, the Scream 55 and the Scream 50 (with volumes of 55 and 50 liters, respectively). Aside from their space and color schemes, the bags are similar to one another, featuring comfortable design and similar pocket layouts. Both bags are also made out of Robic fabric and Ultra Tear-Strength PU coating, which prevents tears and abrasions even during high-intensity use.

Each bag weighs in under three pounds, so hikers can focus on carrying their gear rather than carrying the thing that's carrying their gear.
Trend Themes
1. Ultralight Outdoor Gear - The trend towards lighter outdoor gear that prioritizes minimalism in design provides an opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating gear that is both durable and lightweight.
2. Durable Performance Materials - The trend towards developing new, lightweight and durable materials for outdoor gear presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating next-generation gear that is increasingly lightweight yet even more durable than existing products.
3. Sustainable Hiking Gear - The trend towards sustainable materials for hiking and outdoor gear, particularly in response to the environmental impact of outdoor activities, presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating eco-friendly hiking gear that is both lightweight and durable, addressing the needs of sustainability-conscious hikers.
Industry Implications
1. Outdoor Gear and Apparel - Innovations in the lightweight and durable materials used in outdoor gear and apparel can create disruptive new products and market opportunities for companies operating in the outdoor gear industry.
2. Travel and Tourism - Increasingly lightweight and durable outdoor gear could help drive innovation in the travel and tourism industry by creating more opportunities for those seeking rugged outdoor experiences.
3. Technology and Engineering - The development of lightweight and durable outdoor gear requires advances in materials science and engineering, presenting opportunities for innovation in both of these fields.
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