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What happens when a blacksmith becomes obsessed with making backpacks? In this episode, Ethan Goss of Goss Handmade shares the unconventional ideas, hard-earned lessons, and creative rabbit holes that have shaped his approach to designing packs that blend heritage aesthetics with modern performance.
In This Episode, We Cover:
- Why some vintage backpack designs still outperform modern alternatives—and which features deserve a comeback
- Ethan's surprisingly effective wood frame stays and what they taught him about comfort, durability, and pack design
- The anatomy of a great shoulder strap, from foam selection and fit to the small details that make packs more comfortable under load
- How classes, community, and studying other makers can dramatically accelerate your growth as a gear maker
Listen in and lend a few ideas from Ethan's playbook. You might just find your next rabbit hole.
Guest: Ethan Goss from Goss Handmade (Instagram, Website)
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