I’ll start by sharing Helly Hansen’s new manifesto. They’ve been around since 1877, but this is something new for them.
Here are a couple of jackets for Fall 2016 you may be interested in. I’ll provide more info as these get closer to release.
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Saturday, January 9th, 2016OR – Beyond’s Rig Light Back Country Pant
Friday, January 8th, 2016This is the Rig Light Back Country Pant from Beyond. It’s made from a 4-way stretch Tweave Durastretch with DWR. In addition to a slotted button and zipper front closure, the low profile thigh cargo pockets are internal with a zipper closure and discreet flap. You won’t even notice they are there. Likewise, the rear pockets are zippered. The kneepad pockets are accessed from inside the articulated knees. There are also ankle gaiters with cinch adjustment at each ankle which helps keep out debris.
While the Rig Light BC is available in Coyote and Lupus camo, this pair is from a special run for a customer in Manatee Grey.
www.beyondclothing.com/a5-rig-light-backcountry-pant
Team Comanche Debuts Mustang Survival’s New Ocean Racing Outerwear At Rolex Sydney Hobart 2015
Thursday, December 31st, 2015
Training session on Sydney harbour for American boat Comanche owned by Jim Clarke and his wife Kristie Hinze-Clarke
23/12/2015
ph. Andrea Francolini
“Mustang Survival has been building leading dry solutions for the military, coast guard and water rescue professionals for decades,” said Jason Leggatt, VP commercial products. “This expertise, along with our access to ultra-premium ingredient technologies like military-grade GORE-TEX fabrics, has allowed us to build what we, and Team Comanche, feel is the world’s driest, toughest performance outerwear.”
A 100 ft. Supermaxi yacht, Comanche, was built with one thing in mind; compete in the world’s great ocean races and break open-ocean racing records. Everything counts in these demanding multi-day races and poor performing gear can rapidly deteriorate the athlete’s advantage. Team Comanche, skippered by Ken Read, will be fully outfitted in Mustang Survival’s new range of outerwear, which includes a dry suit, pro smock, spray smock and salopettes, and base layers.
“Working with Mustang Survival to develop the EP series of ocean racing gear led to what will be the new benchmark for serious sailors. When we put the gear on in our fit trials, we knew we had something special. Testing it over the run up to the race, we were very impressed by the performance of the gear,” said Tony Mutter, watch captain and twice-winner of the Volvo Ocean Race.
In addition to the technical outerwear debuting at Sydney Hobart 2015, Mustang Survival will be releasing additional products in the fall of 2016. These will integrate seamlessly with the EP Ocean Racing Series, including a new Fusion Merino base layer, ocean racing gloves and more. By designing and developing the range together, Mustang Survival engineered what will be the only series of ocean racing products built to work as a system.
Jared Rhind, head of design comments, “By ensuring our products integrate seamlessly with one another through fit, material selection, and function, the result is a sum greater than its parts; a system benefit that no other can offer.”
Mustang Survival’s EP Ocean Racing Series will launch in June 2016 at retailers throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Platatac – Krait Pants
Wednesday, December 23rd, 2015 
Platatac has introduced their new KRAIT pants. Constructed from a hard wearing cotton drill fabric, many of you will like these because they don’t incorporate cargo pockets. Instead, there’s a low-profile bessom pocket for phones as well as reinforcement for knife and light clips on the hand pockets.
Offered in Grey, Khaki and Olive.
www.platatac.com/platatac-krait-pants
215 Gear – Cold Weather Beanie, Level 4
Monday, December 21st, 2015
215 Gear’s Cold Weather Beanie, Level 4 was developed as a form fitting cold weather beanie, with flat seams for stand-alone use, or for wear under a helmet. It is constructed with a 4-way stretch softshell outer layer, and a Polartec Power Stretch Pro brushed fleece inner layer. These fabrics give the Level 4 Beanie moisture wicking and breathability properties, as well as reduced irritation when worn with other fabrics and overall increased abrasion resistance.
Available in S-M and M-L. Made in the USA, with a lifetime warranty.
215gearstore.com/coldweatherbeanie
GORUCK Clothing Now Available
Sunday, December 20th, 2015The GORUCK clothing line announced earlier this year is now available. They’ve only released two garments: Rucking Shirt and Challenge Pant. Apparently, the planned Simple Pant didn’t make the cut in pre-ordering. GORUCK is very proud that these garments are Made in the USA.
-Athletic fit similar to American Apparel tri-blend tee
-Stretchy, breathable, abrasion resistant fabric
-Seams are off the shoulder for added comfort under ruck straps
-Double layer cuffs are stretchy yet stay in place
-Reinforced performance collar for sun/cold protection
-Reinforced elbows (low crawl proof
The Rucking Shirt is available in Dark Grey, sizes Small – XXlarge.
-Technical pant with an athletic jean fit
-Cargo pockets zip securely to the back
-Diamond gusset for extra stretch during high steps and squats
-Fast drying, abrasion resistant, two-way stretch fabric
-Articulated knees for greater range of motion
-Horizontal front pockets to keep your stuff secure on the move
-Contoured waistband for better fit
The Challenge Pant is available in Dark Grey, Coyote and Olive, waist sizes 32-38.
www.goruck.com/goruck-built-apparel/c/111
Atlas 46 – 24/7 Comfort-Tuff Work Pants
Friday, December 18th, 2015
After two years of development and refinement, Atlas has released their 24/7 Comfort-Tuff Work Pants. The Comfort-Tuff Work Pants are built to be rugged, constructed of 9 oz. Brushed Bull Denim Twill with 330D Cordura reinforcement at high wear spots. The pants feature 13 different pockets for organization, including cargo pockets, a folding knife pocket, and integrated cell phone pocket. 2.25″ belt loops accommodate larger belts, and the built-in knee pad alignment system allows for the attachment of Atlas 46 Comfort-Tuff Knee Pads. Additional features include twin, Cordura-lined hammer loops, side and back loop attachments for Atlas 46 3-Point Suspenders, and a front snap for ease of opening.
Colors
www.atlas46.com – 24/7 Comfort-Tuff Work Pants
UA Ridge Reaper Pro Jacket and Pant
Wednesday, December 16th, 2015
I spied this GORE-TEX Jacket and Pant from Under Armour at SHOT Show. As interest in UA’s Ridge Reaper camo grows for both hunting and tactical applications, it’s great to see that they are offering shell garments as well. These are in the Barren variant of the pattern.
-Loose: Fuller cut for complete comfort.
-Exclusive Ridge Reaper camo is designed with coincidental disruption technology & an innovative
-3-layer GORE-TEX construction
-Secure, pack-accessible hand pockets
-Interior mesh stash pocket
-Elastic inset on cuffs for a secure fit
-Adjustable waist
-Sizes Small – 3XL
-Loose: Fuller cut for complete comfort.
-Exclusive Ridge Reaper camo is designed with coincidental disruption technology & an innovative
-3-layer GORE-TEX construction
-Waistband with elastic sides & working fly
-Secure back pocket
-23″ leg zips
-Inseam 32.5″
-Sizes Small – 3XL
