hey was that near you? my town's market had the same vibe last weekend, every booth with a "human made" sign was packed. felt like people were really hunting for the real stuff again.

What if the problem isn't the gear?

Man, you hit the nail on the head! Testing gear before you buy is so key to avoiding waste. I've seen friends blow cash on fancy tents only to find out they hate setting them up. My old backpack has been through hell and still works better than any new one I've tried. It's crazy how marketing makes us think we need the latest stuff every year. What's the worst piece of gear you ever bought based on hype?

Read an article saying it's actually a big deal.

Wait, wasn't the mix-up just at a cafe?