EP 212 - Introducing Special Projects + New Resolve Anorak Product Deep Dive

In this episode of the Live Ultralight Podcast, Tayson and Brigham introduce Special Projects, a new Outdoor Vitals program created to design gear for narrow, high-stakes problems in small batches instead of chasing broad appeal. They cover the goals of the program, its origins and the first Special Projects' release: The Resolve Down Anorak.

Topics we cover:

1. What is the goal of Outdoor Vitals' new "Special Projects" program?

2. Who is the Resolve Down Anorak meant for?

3. Dual zippers versus single zippers for heat retention.

4. When will the Resolve Down Anorak be released? (Window)

Chapters:

00:00 - Introducing Special Projects

07:54 - Origin of the Resolve Down Anorak

13:39 - Box Baffle Sleeping Bag Construction

17:08 - Why Develop an Anorak?

28:20 - Heavy-Duty Hardware & Zipper Details