Via NeptuneMountaineering.com:
"The Boulder area was the very epicenter of the Gear Revolution that gave us modern lightweight gear for our adventures. Who invented the modern lightweight down sleeping bag? The humble cordlock? First widely-available Made in America Rock hammer? The baby backpack? Sew-It-Yourself kits? Who brought Vibram soles to America? It all happened right here. Bruce Johnson's presentation will focus on three of the earliest and most influential gear companies of our area: Holubar Mountaineering; GERRY Mountain Sports; and Frostline Kits. Gear from the early days will be discussed and examples on display to touch and feel. In addition, modern outerwear from the newly-reconstituted Holubar in Italy will be on display."