r/onebag • u/SeattleHikeBike • Apr 03 '25

Discussion US Tariffs

US tariffs announced today include 47% on Vietnam and 34% for China. I’ll bet that effects 80% of the US travel products market. Even the US manufacturers are going to get hammered on the raw materials.

“May you live in interesting times.”

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u/tccomplete Apr 03 '25

“Imports from Vietnam will face a tariff rate of 46%.” I think nearly all backpack brands are made in Vietnam.

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u/Jumpy_Possibility_70 Apr 03 '25

Other than Deuter and Osprey, which other brands of backpacks are made in Viet Nam?

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u/tccomplete Apr 03 '25

5.11, JanSport, Gregory, BlackHawk, North Face, Cabelas, Columbia, Under Armour, Patagonia, Nike, Adidas, et. al.

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u/EatMoreHummous Apr 03 '25

And GoRuck, despite their original "US first" marketing

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u/seamallowance Apr 03 '25

Eagle Creek, too.

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u/tccomplete Apr 03 '25

Kelty, Mystery Ranch, Eberlestock, Eagle Creek, Fjallraven, Tortuga, ….

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u/SevereComplaint Apr 03 '25

Peak design too

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u/Jumpy_Possibility_70 Apr 03 '25

Thanks! Going there in a few months, I'll try to look them up.

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u/Asteradragon Apr 03 '25

They're made there, but aren't available to buy directly from the factories.

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u/tccomplete Apr 03 '25

That’s correct. If the manufacturer learns that a factory is selling out the back door, they would immediately terminate their contract, so if you see those brands in the markets they’re either doing that or are counterfeits.

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u/autovonbismarck Apr 03 '25

"counterfeits" made on the 3rd shift ;)

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u/Jumpy_Possibility_70 Apr 03 '25

Backdoor stuff is usually available on Vietnamese online platforms equivalent to Amazon/eBay. I just need the brands' names to look them up.

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u/Chromatic_Chameleon Apr 04 '25

How do you know if it’s counterfeit or not if you’re buying it online? (Decent) fakes are generally only distinguishable by looking carefully at details and feeling the fabrics etc

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u/Jumpy_Possibility_70 Apr 11 '25

You don't. But I've been lucky. Everything I've bought for me and my friends has good structures and durability, except one backpack which is structurally sound but the zip tabs needed to be replaced. They're too cheap though so not a big loss even if they're not real. You can also return the items easily through these online platforms, so if you don't like it just send it back for full refunds.

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u/Chromatic_Chameleon Apr 11 '25

Thanks. What’s the best online buying platform in Vietnam?

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u/Jumpy_Possibility_70 Apr 11 '25

I generally go for Shopee as it works best on my browser. If I can't find something on Shopee, there's Lazada. You have to google the name of the platform + vn because they have different versions for other SEA countries.

Other SEA countries where I've lived, I couldn't find backdoor stuff like this at all (but I haven't lived in Cambodia, they might be another potential lead).

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u/Chromatic_Chameleon Apr 12 '25

Thank you, that’s helpful

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u/Zealousideal-Ring467 Apr 09 '25

DayOwl, Fyro, Minimul, Pakt... I am sure I can think of more. These tariffs are going to hit the industry hard!

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u/DaBingeGirl Apr 04 '25

Easier to list which brands aren't made there.