Cairn Obsidian Winter 2018 FULL Spoilers + Coupon!

I loved my Obsidian box at $199, although occasionally there was a high priced item that I’d never have bought. Despite getting some items I already own—a sleeping bag, for instance— they usually are better than my old ones, or make incredible gifts. Certainly a better value and more useful than Robb Vices or some “luxe” box full of plated metal jewelry and overpriced lotions. I’m reluctantly cancelling now because of the price hike. I did get this box and loved it— needed a new camp table, love the rain fly, and the pants are awesome. Had to return pants for exchange (wrong length) and haven’t received my replacement. If I don’t get them back, it wasn’t worth it.

I’m an avid hiker & camper and worked in the outdoor retail industry for five years. I wonder how well these boxes are selling? I buy the gear I need and want because outdoor necessities are so specific to the activity. I can’t even fathom a blind box of outdoor products. It would be so disappointing to receive duplicate or similar items to what I already own. You could but a YETI (small) cooler for the price of this box.

Does anybody find this worth the $250 (or even the $200 after the coupon)? It seems like you would be better off purchasing the items you want individually.