My friend Travis completed the grueling Grand to Grand Ultra Stage Race in 38th place! This 170 mile foot race takes place over seven days and is America’s only self-supported race meaning Travis had to carry all of his food, clothing and sleeping equipment the entire way.
So proud of you!
The Helio Mat from NEMO Equipment made its debut during August’s Outdoor Retailer Summer Market. This companion to the popular Helio Shower will be available early 2015.
Many of us who are married and lead active lifestyles don’t wear our bands because of concerns over injuries. The guys at QALO Ring had the same concerns so they did something about it. They created the QALO pronounced [KAY-LO] for Q-uality A-thletics L-ove O-utdoors. The idea is that it is a bit more malleable and less likely to injure the wearer. Made of silicon, they are available in a variety of colors and both Men’s and Women’s styles.
Featuring articulated kneels and a similar fit, the Mountain Khakis Camber 105 & 107 pants are made from slightly different materials. Both also offer a diamond shaped gussetted crotch and triple stitched seams.
Made from a 98% Cotton Twill/2% Spandex mix.
Colors: Retro Khaki, Truffle, Nine Iron
Made from a 97% Cotton Canvas/3% Spandex mix. These also incorporate chap-style reinforcements along the front of the pant.
Colors: Yellowstone, Terra
Although the flat, thigh pockets differ slightly between the models, they are low profile yet offer room for a cellular phone or similar sized item.
As a bonus, they also include the Bison bottle opener key ring.
The camber 105 & 107 are available this Fall, from www.MountainKhakis.com
Last year Sierra Designs introduced the Pack Trench, which a long rain coat that offers a from the bottom zip flap that allows you to wear a pack waist belt and lay the front flap of the coat over the belt. It’s a great design and I’ve been wearing one when I need a longer trench-style coat for about 6 months.
At Summer Market, Sierra Designs introduced the next generation in lightweight rainwear.
It consists of a cagoule-style top with the same waist belt flap of the trench and a set of rain chaps. When paired with a longer jacket like this cagoule, chaps are a great idea. They eliminate the crotch area that rips and causes heat buildup. Made from 40D coated fabric, these are a great lightweight alternative to many rain suits.
Coming Spring 2015 from www.sierradesigns.com
Gerber introduced a new line of products called the Freescape Series. Available this month, the car camping line consists of Hatchet, Camp Kitchen Knife, Camp Paring knife, Folding Sheath Knife, Camp Saw, Camp Kitchen Kit, Flashlight, and two lantern styles.
The Hatchet’s sheath can be stowed in the handle for use so that you don’t lose it.
Below, you can see several of the new knives in the Freescape Series.
This video by Gerber gives you some info on the Camp Kitchen Knife.
Below, is the Flashlight which is a triangle shape so it won’t roll off.
Several of the items are already available including the Hatchet and Lanterns.
Both Large and Small Lanterns incorporate touch technology which allows you to turn them on and off as well as dim control with the touch of a finger.
I’ve mentioned the Brooks Range Elephant Foot Sleeping Bag in the past but it remains one of the simplest, yet effective items out there.
Designed to work in concert with a parka, the Elephant Foot Sleeping Bag covers your feet to offer full, to-toe coverage. It weighs 18 oz and is filled with 8.5oz of 850+ DownTek treated goose down for waterproofness. The 20D shell incorporates a foot box lined with 40D nylon for abrasion resistance yet maintaining minimal weight.
http://brooks-range.com/Elephant-Foot.html
Spring 15, Tilley Hats is introducing a new color for outdoorsmen.
Referred to as “5-Mile Orange” this high visibility crown will be great for hunters and anyone else who wants to be seen in the great outdoors. You’re getting Tilley Endurables quality here with a lifetime guarantee including the color. If it ever fades, they’ll replace it.
