"Dear Tough Traveler,
I purchased a back pack from your company in the year 2000. It has been abroad , camping & hiking in the Adirondack Mountains of NY State, to Colorado (Rockies) and to the Grand Canyon (i.e South Rim and the North Rim to Phantom Ranch) at least 2 times.... It shows no sign of wear and it is very comfortable. There is nothing like, 'Made in the USA'. Thank you Tough Traveler for beauty, comfort and quality.
Satisfied customer,
Val Iacovangelo"