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 Plans:
 - [ ] TBD (promote with /gsd:review-backlog when ready)
 
-### Phase 999.3: Public Access Auth Model (BACKLOG)
-**Goal**: Rework auth so the app is accessible without logging in. Currently all routes require authentication, but public-facing pages (discovery/browse, shared setups, public profiles) should be viewable by unauthenticated users. Auth only required for write operations and personal data.
-**Requirements**: TBD
-**Plans**: TBD
-
-Plans:
-- [ ] TBD (promote with /gsd:review-backlog when ready)
-
 ### Phase 999.4: Top Nav Navigation Restructure & Search Bar Rethink (BACKLOG)
 **Goal**: Replace dashboard-based navigation with a persistent top nav bar (Home, Collection, future sections). Collection consolidates gear, threads, and setups under one section. Rethink the catalog search overlay appearance and interaction when entering from collection context.
 **Requirements**: TBD