Imagine feeling 30 pounds lighter while tackling that steep trail.

Sounds good, but…

How much does this thing weight? And if you have to lug it around because it stopped working for some reason, is that doable or are you just leaving it out in the backcountry?

Also, does having “powered pants” mean that someone will just load more stuff in their backpack, creating more back strain than normal?

Granted, I’d love to see this being used to help otherwise disabled or older folks enjoy hiking, but only if the pros outweigh the cons.