Zen Bivy

Has it all been done before? Say it isn't so? Intense market and product research can pay off in regards to new designs. The essences of the research is to figure out the next move, and possibly provide a product that is better. But, often times you find you are going down a similar path that others before you have already gone. One current trend and example of this is ultralight trekking, trail running, ect. This design includes trekking poles for tarp shelter, clip in mesh body, optional doors, ultralight fabrics. This was Enlightened Gear's (or Zen Bivy) debut at the OR Show in the Summer of 06. Seen here is the MalconTent. The tent also resembles the Hilleberg Muddus Tent. http://www.moontrail.com/hilleberg-muddus.php http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muddus I spoke with Bo Hilleberg about this design and he says its an older Swedish Military tent he designed, probably 20 years ago. Has it all been done before? Can there be something new? You must open your eyes and believe you are on the way to the next big thing, or there is no chance of ever bringing something new to the market.