Backpacking User Experience Survey

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Hello! Thank you for agreeing to take this survey! I am an industrial design student at Kansas State University, and this year our studio is designing modular outdoor gear.

This survey is designed to gather valuable insights from backpacking enthusiasts like yourself to shape the development of innovative modular outdoor gear. Your input is crucial in understanding your unique needs, preferences, and challenges related to backpacking experiences. By participating, you contribute to the creation of gear that aims to enhance your adventures, making them more enjoyable and tailored to your specific requirements. We appreciate your time and thoughtful responses as we work towards designing outdoor gear that truly aligns with your backpacking aspirations.

All responses are completely anonymous, and no emails are required.

What is your age?

Under 18

18 - 24

25 - 34

35 - 44

45 - 54

55 - 64

65 or older

Clear selection

What do you identify as

Male

Female

Non binary

Prefer not to say

Other:

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What is your level of backpacking experience?

Novice

Expert

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How often do you go backpacking in a year?

Less than once per year

Once or twice a year

Several times a year

Monthly

Weekly

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What are your favorite trails to hike?

What is your preferred season to backpack?

Spring

Summer

Fall

Winter

Other:

What is your average duration of backpacking trip?

Less than 24 hours

1-3 days

4-7 days

8 days or more

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Do you prefer solo or group backpacking trips?

Solo

With a partner

With a small group (3-5 people)

With a large group (6+ people)

Why do you backpack?

What motivates you to invest in new backpacking gear?

Improved performance

Enhanced comfort

Space and weight efficiency

Technological advancements

Aesthetic appeal

Other:

What challenges do you often face on your trips?

Limited storage space

Heavy and bulky gear

Difficulty in organizing gear

Lack of versatility in gear

Lack of meal variety

Other:

How do you prep your meals for a multi-day hike?

I make and dehydrate my own food ahead of time

I buy meals from a grocery store (ex: ramen, oatmeal, instant rice, etc)

I buy pre-made dehydrated backpacking meals

Other:

How do you organize your food for a multi-day hike?

Each meal in individual container (ziplock bags, stasher bags, etc)

Keep it in its original packaging

vaccum sealed bags

Other:

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Describe an instance where your backpacking gear didn't meet your expectations or caused an inconvenience.

Do you carry any gear outside of your pack?

Yes

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Why?

If you could recommend any one item, what would it be and why?

Do you bring any non-essentials despite the extra weight?

Yes

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If yes, what do you bring?

Have you ever made any of your own gear, or modified gear that you bought?

Yes

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If yes, what did you make or modify?

How important is sustainability to your choice of outdoor gear?

Not important at all

Most important

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What role do aesthetics play in your selection of outdoor gear?

Not important at all

Most important

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Would you rather have gear that is easier to repair or easier to replace?

Easy to repair

Easy to replace

No preference

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Are there any specific functions or tasks you wish your current gear could perform better?

Is there anything else you would like to share regarding your backpacking experiences or preferences that we haven't covered in this survey?

Thank you for your participation!

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