would be pretty hard for a lightweight waterproof techwear company to not use synthetics. To their credit, they actually do walk their talk- more than any of their competitors, anyway. They use recycled material, donate to conservation and environmental causes, have even filed lawsuits to prevent environmental damage and infringement on american indian rights.. etc. i dont see north face or mountain hardwear or any of those guys doing much. Whether you agree with their position or not, they actually do stuff.If Patagucci actually cared as much about the environment as they say they do, the would immediately stop using all petroleum based materials in the making of their products. Of course, they would then have almost NO products to offer, but if they're going to talk the talk, they should walk the walk.
as to the thing in jackson hole... i doubt anyone in this thread would do business with an organization that was diametrically opposed to their beliefs.. so not like this is a shock, or like any of us wouldnt do the same
all of this said, i dont really care for their stuff.. little overpriced, and not exactly superior to the other high end techwear brands.