The big story at XGO is FR stretch. They are made from a Rayon-Modacrylic-Lycra blend for compression.
Offered in Short Sleeve T, Long Sleeve T and Watch Cap.
Available in Spring 2014.
www.proXGO.com
-Laurice Graves
Laurice is a Navy Veteran who serves as Den Mother to the SSD crew and provides trade show coverage.
Sierra Designs has introduced three new bags that integrate the DryDown we wrote about last year. None of the three are traditional sleeping bag designs. Everything they’ve done is better and different.
The Backcountry Quilt is a large, generously cut blanket that features a foot box and is worn like a Sniuggie. Offered in 15 Deg models.
The Backcountry Bed features NO zippers. It features a large oval shaped opening with a quilt to cover the opening. Offered in 15 and 30 Deg models.
The Mobile Mummy offers a hood and arm holes. Additionally the skirt can be pulled up so you can walk around. Offered in 15 and 30 Deg models.
Stanley doesn’t want us to show you any of their new products. In fact, they were pretty rude about the whole thing.
Next month, BioLite will officially launch the KettlePot but you’re getting a sneak peek thanks to Outdoor Retailer. Unlike other pots on the market, the BioLite KettlePot is made from Stainless Steel but they’ve developed a process to stretch it to be super thin so it will heat more quickly. Additionally, it can be used as a kettle or pot.
It includes a BPA-free top and cool-touch silicone handles. What I really like about it, the KettlePot cradles the BioLite stove for storage and transport.
The new Guide Tennie Mid incorporates the Stealth Outsole and incorporates a deeper tread than the original Guide Tennie. It offers a higher heal counter and offers a full rubber rand at the toe.
Available mid-February in Tan and Grey.
The low models will be offered in Leather or Canvas.
Additionally, the Water Tennie Mid is now available in Blue as well as Grey. They’ve Lao introduced for the first time a thong. The Flip Off incorporates the stealth MI6 rubber sole.
-Laurice Graves
Laurice is a Navy Veteran who serves as Den Mother to the SSD crew and provides trade show coverage.
Bison Designs has added a new twist on the ubiquitous 550 cord bracelet. The BUKaLITE incorporates an LED bulb in the buckle.
Offered in Red or White lenses, the BUKaLITE has two functions, constant on and strobe. For many, it might make a handy, soft light.
Rick Elder, President of Beyond sends word “SSD community, you have a home away from home at the Beyond booth, PV515. Come store your bag, grab a cocktail and share a story. We are in the Pavilions — middle tent right behind Mountain Kahkis.”
