The Aegir Ocean line from Helly Hansen was designed for professional, open ocean racing and the technology can be used by anyone who faces the same conditions. These waterproof garments incorporate their proprietary 3-ply Helly Tech fabric.
Below you can see several of the ensemble’s features including hood, mesh accessory pockets, reinforced knees and rain gussets behind zippers.
The Innox GTX Mid TF began on the commercial side but was brought over to the Task Force line. It is inherently a fast and light design that they updated the colorway and swapped out the hooks for speed eyelets.
One of Lowa’s strength is their sole system. They are well regarded as an industry leader in utilizing PU monowraps which add stability without compromising mobility. Lowa combines this with PU midsoles rather than the EVA found in running shoes for enhanced durability.
It’s got a Cordura upper combined with a nylon skeletal frame that cradles the foot and locks your instep in place. Lowa builds last constructed Gore-Tex liners rather than the standard bootie construction. They’ve also added ventilation holes just above the ankle to aid in comfort.
Currently available in Coyote.
The Mini Pry Bar is a recent addition to the Gerber line. It features an electric (up to 1000v) insulated glass filled nylon handle, forged steel pry bar with black oxide coating and a paracord leash. No sheath because it slides right into your PALS webbing.
Smith Elite introduced Kryotek coatings to their line with a single frame about 18 months ago and now they’ve expanded to three frames, Prospect, Hideout and Hudson which can be pur hased with Kryptek’s Highlander or Typhon patterns. The Typhon is so subtle when matched with a grey lens that you can’t see it more than a few feet away.
These eyepro all exceed US MIL-PRF-31013 clause 3.5.1.1 & ANSI Z87.1 and feature anti-fog coating.
For Summer 16, Salewa is introducing two new lightweight mountaineering boots, the Raven 2 GTX and the Crow GTX.
The Raven 2 GTX is about 15% lighter than the precious model. They did this by removing material where it wasn’t needed yet retained the crampon compatibility. The Crow GTX is about 10% lighter than the existing Rapace but utilizes synthetics rather than leather. Both are 3-season boots.
Next up is the new is a leather lined, non-GTX Mountain Trainer for those guys who want an all leather boot. It continues the same features of the Trainer.
The Alp Flow GTX came out this Spring, It integrates WL Gore’s Surround technology and I absolutely love this boot. These are being adopted left and right by government agencies and are offered now in Ballisco and Smoke.
This is the Firetail 3 which is the latest update to Salewa’s classic approach shoe. Offered in GTX and non-gore versions. They’ve updated to a wider fitting last. Additionally, they are a very flat shoe and utilized a Vibram megagrip sole. Check out the Blackout and Black Olive colors!
Salewa has broken into the trail running market with new Mountain Training styles. The Lite Train (6 mil drop) and the Ultra Train (8 mil drop) both intros grate the new Michelin Outsole.
Under development for two years, the Michelin Outsole integrates materials and lugs from their two most popular mountain bike tires.
You’ve probably heard of Palladium or at least seen their boots in old photos of the French Foreign Legion. Over the years lots of guys have used these boots for maritime as well as desert and jungle operations. They’ve teamed up with Crye Precision to offer the classic Pampa boot in MultiCam, Tropical, Black and Arid. Coming January, 2016.
Granite Gear was selected as one of three finalists for the USSOCOM Jungle Pack Program. This is their submission, named the 338.
The 38 liter pack utilizes a modified Chief frame sheet as well as a new suspension system with air channels made from a combination of mesh and soft shell fabric. The Chief frame sheet accepts the shoulder straps which plug right in. They’ve combined this with 500D Cordura and interesting Trelleborg drain hole panels.
The 338 is a Top Loader with a removable lid and a roll top closure on the bag itself, as well as dual side hydration pockets. Additionally, the pack features a removable radio pocket for an AN/PRC-117G.
Finally, in addition to the drainage panels the bottom of the 338 has four large drain grommets.
It’s not quite ready for sale yet but keep your ears open.
Here’s a little candy for you. They also developed a smaller, more assault-style, hot weather, 26 liter pack which is really cool.
It shares several features with the 338 but doesn’t have a lid or waist belt.
Aside from Kryptek brand being featured in several booths, they are here with the Idaho Commerce Office. Looks like there are a couple of new colorways as well.
