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Asolo Navigator 70 Backpack
Sunday, April 6th, 2008
From Italian alpine gear maker Asolo, comes the Navigator, a three parts in one backpack. The perfect backpack for long excursions. The detachable fanny and day packs mean you can stow the bulk of your belongings away for a day of urban or backcountry exploring and the sliding torso adjustable back and suspension system ensures how ever much you’re lugging around you won’t end up with a hernia.
Pak-Lite 9-Volt – 2 LED Bright Flashlight 9-Volt Attachment
Friday, March 28th, 2008
The Pak-Lite 9-volt flashlight is basically a 2 LED (light emitting diode bulb) encased in plastic that snaps onto the top of a 9-Volt battery and will burn steadily for month long trips. Yes, that is right….months on 1 alkaline 9-Volt battery. The Pak-Lite 9-Volt is available in a variety of brightnesses, flashing options, and even infared or ultraviolet bulbs, prices range from $26 – $30 for these options.
However, the basic model does plenty well, and is bright enough for night time trail use, and you can mount three seperate Pak-Lite 9-Volt light units together on an optional headband if you want hands free lighting. The headband cost about $7.
Mountain Hardware Phantom 32 Sleeping Bag
Thursday, March 27th, 2008
Spork by Light My Fire – Spoon, Fork Hybrid Camp Utensil
Tuesday, March 25th, 2008
The “Spork” utensil by a company called Light My Fire is a heat-resistant spoon and fork hybird called “Spork” features a serrated or jagged mini knife that is tough enough to hack apart a salami.
This superlight piece of camping gear is cool and useful, and would make a good addition to any camp cooking set.
Merrell Pulse Carry-On OutVenture Pack
Tuesday, March 25th, 2008
Mountain Hardware Conduit Soft-Shell Synchro Jacket
Monday, March 24th, 2008
The revolution in soft shell jackets continues with the waterproof laminate construction of the Mountain Hardware Conduit jacket. The Conduit jacket features stretch seam tape and polyester microfleece lining which help keep both the wet outside and the warmth inside. Also the Mountain Hardware Conduit is completely waterproof thanks to it outer shell material and it is perfect for a range of activities from hiking on cool mornings to snow sports like snowboarding, skiing or something more rugged like ice / alpine climbing.
Helly Hansen Hydrator Water Shoes
Monday, March 24th, 2008
Helly Hansen Hydrator is a smart-looking shoe for watersports and travel around water ( kayaking, canoeing, rafting). A front zip makes the Hydrator easy to put on and take off, while a contoured sole provides snug comfort and cushioning. With perforated sides and an anti-bacterial microfibre midsole cover the Helly Hansen Hydrator water shoe will get your feet wet with pleasure. Portaging trips will be easier than ever.
EMS Eclipse 2 – Two (2) Person Single-Wall Tent
Sunday, March 23rd, 2008
The EMS Eclipse 2 is a two person single wall tent that is free standing and it weighs less than 5 pounds for a price that is below $200 USD. All that and you get ample amount of elbow room, weather shedding qualities which can make the EMS Eclipse 2 suitable for light winter use in additional to the other seasons of course.
GoLite Virga Ultralight Shell Jacket
Thursday, March 20th, 2008
The GoLite Virga jacket is light to say the least. It weighs as much as 2 chocolate bars which is around 8 ounces, now that is light. This jacket has a good fit, and will keep you dry during drizzly weather on the trails. The GoLite Virga has a minimalistic design featuring two big hand pockets, a elaticized hood and a thin waterproof, breathable fabric called Alchemy that has a silkier texture than most hard shells.
The GoLite Virga’s Alchemy fabric however is not as breathable as Gore-Tex or Entrant but then that would raise the cost of this shell jacket significantly. Another negative for this jacket is that the non-adjustable hood tend to blow off your head during a strong gust of wind. However, if you are really counting every ounce of your gear to achieve a light load and you are on a budget then the short-comings of the GoLite Virga ultralight shell jacket are small sacrifices.
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