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Just lost $45 on a 'universal' tent pole repair sleeve that didn't fit anything I own
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henry1896mo ago
Universal usually means it fits the brand's other products, not every tent out there.
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sarahbailey6mo ago
Exactly, that's the real scam with outdoor gear marketing. They slap "universal" on a rainfly or footprint knowing it only works with their own tent models from the last two years. You have to dig into the specs to find the exact compatibility list, it's never actually universal across brands.
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wilson.sam6mo ago
But that's just how the industry works. Henry189 is right, universal means within their own lineup. You can't expect a Big Agnes fly to fit a North Face tent, that's not realistic. People should read the fine print before buying anything.
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