Dyneema: The Most OVERRATED Fad in Backpacking

Trends come and go, and one popular trend right now in the backpacking world is Dyneema, also known as cuben fiber, DCF and DCH. Dyneema has its benefits, but is is truly worth the crazy price tag?

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