BusinessAugust 19, 2026

bedrolls

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Definition

Simple, portable sleeping gear, typically consisting of a blanket or sleeping bag rolled up for easy transport.

Etymology

The word is a compound formed in the late 19th century from 'bed' and 'roll', describing the practice of rolling up bedding into a cylindrical package for easy carrying during travel.

In the news

The article uses 'bedrolls' to illustrate the type of external gear that the Pack 01's daisy chains and utility straps are designed to secure for trail travel.

RADL Pack 01 Makes Durability the Foundation of Modern Backpack Design

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