- Dams coming down on Oregon's Rogue River at astonishing pace – read all about it: http://tinyurl.com/nxvtlv #
- Catskill Fly Fishing Hall of Famer Fran Betters passes away: http://tinyurl.com/kn6vad #
- Tamanawis blog offers up some pretty pictures (just right for easing into the work week) http://bit.ly/jUjM #
- Ever see your fave fly fishing stream dewatered? Singlebarbed has, and writes about it intelligently (and elegantly) http://ow.ly/ouW3 #
- Outdoor Industry Drama: Patagonia kicks Sigg bottles to curb after Sigg reveals they lied about BPA (chemical) content: http://ow.ly/ow03 #
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“We did our homework on the topic of BPA, going all the way back to 2005 when this subject first emerged in discussions in scientific journals†Rick Ridgeway, Patagonia’s VP of environmental initiatives states. “We even arranged for one of the leading scientists on BPA research to come to our company to educate us on the issue. Once we concluded there was basis for concern, we immediately pulled all drinking bottles that contained BPA from our shelves and then searched for a BPA-free bottle. We very clearly asked SIGG if there was BPA in their bottles and their liners, and they clearly said there was not. After conducting such thorough due diligence, we are more than chagrined to see the ad that is appearing in Backpacker, but we also feel that with this explanation our customers will appreciate and understand our position.â€
You asked them if they had the stuff in their bottles and that’s due dilligence?
I call bullshit on this one.
You didn’t want to help the consumer by eliminating the problem and working with the vendor?
What’s the matter? Doesn’t Sigg or Patagonia have anyone that speaks Chinese?
Chris
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