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Outgo Introduces COOLMAX Sleep Sack and Sleeping Bag Liner

Saturday, April 7th, 2012

McNett brand Outgo has added a COOLMAX Sleep Sack and sleeping bag liner to its product line. The ultra-compact mummy-style COOLMAX Sleep Sack offers the versatility of use as a sleeping bag liner or in place of a sleeping bag while traveling or in warmer climates.

“The Outgo COOLMAX Sleep Sack not only adds warmth when you’re cold, but regulates body temperature to cool you down when you overheat,” said David Wiggs, vice-president of marketing at McNett.

Available in green or blue, the sleep sack is now available for purchase.

www.mcnett.com

Kifaru Woobie Express

Saturday, March 24th, 2012

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Weighing in at 16ounces, the newly released Kifaru Woobie Express is based on the already proven Woobie technology. As you can see it is worn poncho style and is a little smaller than other products that are designed for a wide range of uses.

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It features a high collar and can be thrown over your armor and other gear during halts or anytime you need to hunker down.

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kifaru.net/woobieXpress

Tentsile – A Unique Shelter from the UK

Friday, March 23rd, 2012

We love hammocks but let’s face it, they are kind of cramped. But not anymore, at least now that Tentsile is on the scene. The advantages are obvious; stay up, off of the ground and avoid pests, water, dangerous animals and other threats.

They offer shelters to accommodate groups ranging in size from 2 – 8 persons. Tentsile will work with you to build to your requirements but generally, the larger versions of these super hammocks follow a three-pointed design with individual sleeping areas radiating out from a communal porch.

Tentsile shelters aren’t for every environment but if the conditions are right, they sure do look like a lot of fun.

www.tentsile.com

Hat tip – Gizmodo via Reaper Outdoors

NEMO Equipment Bugout

Sunday, January 22nd, 2012

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NEMO’s new Bugout is a screened tarp designed to keep the bugs out. The mesh features a DWR coating. Available in Yellow and Birchleaf Green in 7×7 (shown), 9×9 and 12 x12. Coming May 2012.

www.nemoequipment.com

Snugpak Introduces A-TACS AU

Thursday, January 19th, 2012

Snugpak has added the A-TACS AU camo patterns as a color option.

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See the whole Snugpak line in booth #20563 at SHOT Show.

www.snugpak.com

HPG Mountain Serape – Converting from Poncho to Greatcoat

Sunday, January 8th, 2012

This is a great tutorial on how to convert your HPG Mountain Serape from Poncho to Greatcoat mode. Be sure to watch the video very closely. It explains a lot.

www.hillpeoplegear.com

Hill People Gear – Winter 2011 Product Focus Video

Friday, December 30th, 2011

Not a word is spoken in this video showcasing Hill People Gear’s growing product range but words aren’t needed to send the message that they have developed a living system. I have many of their products and I’ll tell you, I’m a believer. Their range is great for the outdoorsman or adventurer who wants to keep it light and simple. There’s something refreshing about spending time that way in the wild and Hill People Gear has certainly captured that spirit.

www.hillpeoplegear.com

New Kifaru Woobie Image

Wednesday, December 21st, 2011

Since apparently guys wearing jeans can’t use woobies, Kifaru has succumbed to pressure from those who won’t buy anything from them anyway and put up a new photo of the excellent reversible MultiCam to Coyote Woobie.

Woobies rock. Get yours at and send us a photo of you using it while wearing jeans. We’ll reward you with an SSD morale patch.

kifaru.net/woobie