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finbob
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finbob
   Old Thread  #13 15 Oct 2025 at 9.53am  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #1
Agree some of it was shoddy and stupidly overpriced despite the British tag. Put me right off.
AndyClark
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AndyClark
   Old Thread  #12 14 Oct 2025 at 8.02am  0  Login    Register
one thing garaunteed, if any CA item doesnt perform to the high standards upe/jag expect they will sort it out for you....their customer service is absolutely top class, rivalled by nobody.
Jaspertinto
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   Old Thread  #11 14 Oct 2025 at 7.39am  0  Login    Register
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I found the opposite. I bought the early stuff & it was ****. As a result I would never consider buying again.
scozza
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   Old Thread  #10 14 Oct 2025 at 7.37am  0  Login    Register
Well, the good news is, it’s British made so be proud, not Chinese mass produced *****.that most are pedalling. Let’s hope the quality stays the same, it lasts for years

Let’s hope they can now make a rucksack that is actually comfortable to carry too!
FrankDownUnder
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   Old Thread  #9 12 Oct 2025 at 10.41pm  0  Login    Register
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I know the guy who started Cotswold Aquarius 35 years ago.

The company has just been sold to UPE Engineering Ltd, the owners of JAG.
AndyClark
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AndyClark
   Old Thread  #8 11 Oct 2025 at 6.59pm  0  Login    Register
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https://www.facebook.com/share/r/17TsngVm9W/

BIG NEWS 📰 Cotswold Aquarius joins the family ⚔️

Being long term admirers of the Cotswold Aquarius brand, the ethos and quality of their handmade range. We are proud to say we have taken over the reigns, making sure these values remain moving forward - along with new and exciting developments coming in the near future.

Keep your eyes on our socials for all the news first🫡
kells
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kells
   Old Thread  #7 11 Oct 2025 at 6.48pm  0  Login    Register
Just seen a post on Insta. I read it as Cotswold Aquarius are collaborating with Prolite explorer. No mention of buying the brand. Bit like the bits they've done with subsurface..
vossy1
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vossy1
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   Old Thread  #6 11 Oct 2025 at 1.57pm  0  Login    Register
From what I see JAG have a very good reputation, and according to a few threads on here some of the Cotswold stuff can be a bit hit and miss, so I'd hope JAG will sort that out. Then we'll have quality made British stuff, hopefully as it once was (assuming they keep U.K manufacture).
kells
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kells
   Old Thread  #5 11 Oct 2025 at 12.14pm  0  Login    Register
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Why do you think it going to get more expensive? There is a limit to what people are prepared to pay for luggage. Even when it's made in this country. I've a few cotswold pieces, is the quality any better than what's made in the far East, jury's out. Hopefully exciting times for the brand.
essesxandy
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essesxandy
   Old Thread  #4 11 Oct 2025 at 10.25am  3  Login    Register
Just when you think Cotswold stuff couldn't be any more overpriced........
FrankDownUnder
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   Old Thread  #3 10 Oct 2025 at 11.25pm  0  Login    Register
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JAG did not purchase Cotswold Aquarius, UPE engineering did.

UPE own JAG, and now Cotswold Aquarius too, along with one or two others ...
0nslow
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0nslow
   Old Thread  #2 10 Oct 2025 at 7.27pm  0  Login    Register
I did notice their website and eBay store was down so good to know it's for positive reasons.

Soon both be owned by Korda anyway 😂
Monkeypox
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   Old Thread  #1 10 Oct 2025 at 6.26pm  0  Login    Register
Interesting takeover , discuss.
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