> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.accentuate.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.accentuate.io/use-case-guides/sports-and-outdoor/weight.md). # Weight OVERVIEW The Weight field captures the measurable weight attributes of an outdoor or sports product. Unlike a simple product weight in grams, structured weight data for outdoor and sports equipment includes multiple weight dimensions: the product's own weight, maximum load capacity, minimum packed weight, and weight comparisons within a product range. This granularity matters because weight directly affects performance, fatigue, and safety in the field. Weight data is a primary specification for any product carried on the body (packs, apparel, footwear) or deployed in the field (tents, sleeping bags, bikes). Ultralight enthusiasts, thru-hikers, competitive trail runners, and mountaineers make purchasing decisions based on weight data before they read any other specification. Structured, accurate weight data is non-negotiable for these customer segments. BUSINESS VALUE Why this field matters * Weight is the first technical specification checked by performance-oriented outdoor customers — missing weight data loses these high-value buyers * Weight filtering ('show me sleeping bags under 800g') is a primary use case for dedicated outdoor retail search * Lightweight and ultralight product positioning requires precise, comparable weight data — 'lightweight' is a marketing claim; '340g' is a verifiable specification * Weight data enables honest comparisons within a product range — helping customers step up to a lighter option without needing to leave the catalogue * For load-bearing products (packs, harnesses, ropes), maximum load capacity is a safety-relevant specification * AI recommendation systems use weight data to match products to a customer's stated performance requirements (ultralight touring vs heavy-duty expedition) ACF SETUP How to configure this field in Accentuate Custom Fields | Where | ACF dashboard → Templates tab → Product scope → Add new field | | ----------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Label | Weight | | Name / Key | weight | | Namespace | accentuate (default) | | Field type | Shopify >> Single-line text (List) | | Multi-value | Yes — weight data has multiple dimensions (product weight, pack weight, max load) |
| Critical: Every weight entry must include its label AND unit. Do not enter '340' — enter 'Weight: 340 g'. Use grams (g) for items under 1 kg and kilograms (kg) for items over 1 kg. Do not mix units within a catalogue. Labelled entries are essential for display, filtering, and AI parsing. | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | STEP-BY-STEP IN ACF * Open ACF, go to Templates tab and select the Product scope * Click 'Add new field' * Label: 'Weight' — Key auto-fills as 'weight' * Namespace: leave as 'accentuate' * Field type: Shopify >> Single-line text (List) * Enable 'Allow multiple selections' — products require multiple weight entries * Click Done, then Save * Enter each weight dimension as a separate labelled entry — do not combine into a single text string | Shopify admin (optional pinning): Settings → Custom data → Products. Namespace: 'accentuate', Key: 'weight'. Pin this field — weight is the most frequently referenced specification during product data entry for outdoor and sports products. | | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | REFERENCE VALUES Standard weight labels — always include unit (g or kg) and label each entry | Value format | When to use | | ---------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Weight: 340 g | Product weight for items under 1 kg — footwear (per shoe), apparel, accessories, small hardware | | Weight: 1.4 kg | Product weight for items over 1 kg — packs, tents, helmets, bikes components | | Pack weight: 1.2 kg | Weight of the pack or bag itself (without load) — for backpacks and drybags | | Packed weight: 650 g | Weight of item when compressed for carrying — sleeping bags, down jackets, shelters | | Max load: 20 kg | Maximum recommended carrying load — backpacks, child carriers, load-bearing systems | | Max load: 100 kg | Maximum user weight capacity — harnesses, ropes, carabiners, climbing equipment | | Bike weight: 9.8 kg | Complete bike weight — road, MTB, gravel, e-bike | | Frame weight: 1.1 kg | Frame-only weight — for customers building custom bikes or comparing framesets | | Tent weight: 2.1 kg (packed) | Full tent system weight including poles, pegs, and stuff sack | | Minimum weight: 890 g | Minimum possible weight (tent body + poles, no pegs/guy lines) — for weight-obsessed ultralight users | | Weight per pair: 480 g | Total weight for a pair — footwear, poles, gloves, skis | | Battery weight: 2.8 kg | E-bike or electronic device battery weight — stated separately from overall product weight | BEST PRACTICES * Standardise on grams (g) for items under 1 kg and kilograms (kg) for items over 1 kg — do not mix units across the catalogue * Label every entry with a descriptor — 'Weight: 340 g' not '340 g' alone * For tents, always include both packed weight (full system) and minimum weight (body + poles only) — these are industry-standard distinctions ultralight customers expect * For footwear, state weight per shoe (not per pair) unless per-pair is the industry standard for that category * For load-bearing safety equipment (harnesses, ropes, carabiners), max load capacity is a mandatory safety specification — treat it with the same rigour as safety certifications * Update weight data if a manufacturer changes materials, sizes, or construction — weight is frequently revised between production runs COMMON MISTAKES * Entering weight as a single unlabelled number — '340' with no label or unit is meaningless as structured data * Mixing units: some products in g, others in kg, others in lbs — choose a standard and apply it universally * Not distinguishing packed weight from product weight for compressible gear — these can differ by 30–50% for sleeping bags and down insulation * Omitting max load capacity for load-bearing products — this is a safety-critical specification * Copying weight data from one size variant to all sizes — weight changes between sizes; each size variant needs its own weight entry IN CONTEXT | Ultralight Sleeping Bag — -5°C |


| | ------------------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Activity | Hiking, Mountaineering, Camping | | Terrain | Mountain, Trail | | Weather suitability | Cold conditions, Three-season | | Weight | Packed weight: 680 g, Minimum weight: 610 g, Fill weight: 320 g (850 fill power down) | | Material durability | Rip-stop construction, UV-stabilised, Anti-pilling fabric | DEVELOPER IMPLEMENTATION | Liquid note: Shopify >> List — use .value for the array. Display weight specifications in the product spec table — for outdoor and sports customers, this section is read before the product description. | | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | Liquid — Storefront Rendering \|

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| Pro tip: Use weight data to build an 'Ultralight' collection filtered by products tagged with packed weights under a threshold (e.g. sleeping bags under 800g, packs under 1kg). This is a high-converting product range for long-distance hikers and thru-packers — a growing customer segment with high average order values. | | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | SEE ALSO * Material durability — lighter materials often require different durability considerations; the weight vs durability trade-off is a key design decision in outdoor gear * Activity — weight sensitivity varies dramatically by activity; ultralight matters more for trail running than for car camping * Safety features — for load-bearing products, max load capacity bridges weight data and safety specification | Full ACF documentation: help.accentuate.io \| Metafield Definitions → Fields → Field data type → Shopify field types | | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
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