Ep. 119 - Can you save money making your own gear?

Is making your own gear actually saving you money? According to our math, DIYers can sometimes save up to 200%—but we've also seen folks drop $300 on a project they could’ve bought for $250. In this episode, we break down the   three tiers of MYOG, what drives costs in each, and what makers are   really  spending when they go the DIY route.

Products Mentioned: 

• Kits/Patterns: 
  • ZPP
  • Tarp 
  • Wallet
  • Bear Bag Kit with Dyneema® Composite Fabric
  • Alpha Raglan Hoodie
  • Dias Shorts
• Fabrics: 
  • 210D Venom™ Gridstop ECO   
  • 3.4 oz Nylon Taslan/Supplex
  • 1.1 oz Silpoly

Episode Mentioned: Ep. 69 - Making Happy Accidents with Dustin Klein