Sometimes we post a product simply for its attributes. The Overade bicycle helmet from France is one such item.
Overade is a folding helmet for cyclists. Considering that carting around a helmet is such a pain once you get to your destination, it’s a great idea for commuters. Additionally, the concept might just inspire someone to produce other ‘transformer’ products.
The upcoming Transporter from LBX is a licensed Medal of Honor – Warfighter product. It is designed to transport your gaming console in style and features the Honor Camo pattern developed exclusively for the game.
As if the hoody and pants we showed earlier today wasn’t enough, we thought you might like these as well.
I am a Big fan of hoodies and I can’t wait for the Witness Hoody which features a full length zipper opening.
In their product display, Arc’teryx paired the Witness with the Aristo Pant. As you can see it features an uber-articulated knee. Below is a little better look at the knee detail. It is somewhat reminiscent of the articulation found on the Drac/Sphinx/Talos minus the webbing reinforcement.
Look for these as well as many other exciting new products Spring 2013 from www.arcteryx.com
Helly Hansen was started in 1877 by a Norwegian sea Captain who created the first waterproof jacket from canvas impregnated in linseed oil. Today they are a global business that produces everything from high fashion to footwear. But, they still well known for their waterproof shells and Lifa, their base layer brand.
This is a display of their hydrophobic Lifa Dry. Yes, it is floating on top of the water. After hours in the tank other brands soak up water and sink. Amazingly, the Lifa continues to float based on its hydrophobic properties.
The Fast Pack Jacket is a lightweight waterproof breathable shell. Part of the Helly Hansen Odin series, it weighs a scant 242 grams or 8.4 oz! It’s a fully seam sealed design with a vent through pocket. It packs into the size of a baseball if you’re manly enough to squeeze it tight. Available now.
Finally, I’d like to mention that HH provided garments for last year’s wounded warrior ascent of Everest. HRH Prince Harry participated in the expedition.
Been looking for a way to get your significant other into camping? Well NEMO Equipment has just the thing to bring some of home to the outdoors. Rated to 30 deg, the new Tango Duo is a modular sleep system for two. It utilizes a backless comforter made from Downtek waterproof down technology paired with NEMO’s Cosmo or Tuo sleeping pads. NEMO recommends the Cosmo 2P for the most luxurious sleeping experience. It also boasts a generous waterproof foot box for those that toss and turn.
Check their website to reserve yours for a limited direct to consumer launch In September.
Spanish bookmaker Boreal doesn’t get much attention here in the US but their Strider model comes highly recommended by some friends of mine.
It’s a simple trekker featuring full grain leather uppers and a Boreal Dry-Line waterproof liner.
Weighing in at less than 2 oz, Nature’s Coffee Kettle is simple to use. Just just add 4 cups (32 oz) of hot water and you get real brewed coffee. What is even cooler, is that you can replace the coffee pack with a fresh one. In addition to an organic and Colombian, hazelnut and blueberry coffee, they also offer hot chocolate, apple cider, black tea and even hot tomato soup! There’s also decaf if that’s what you are looking for.
This is great for use on a LP/OP, for LE surveillance or just out hunting with your buddies or tailgating.
Leading up to Outdoor Retailer you get loads of press releases. Some things are cooler than others, but this one looks interesting.
It’s a cooler that folds flat for transport and storage and flips open with a self-locking design. The Flip-Box is American-made from 100% Apro recyclable polypropylene; the same material used in bicycle helmets.
Look for it at OR in the Sport-Brella booth (BR543).
