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Gear<br />
Arc’teryx<br />
Building off of its RT Series, Arc’teryx’s<br />
new line of Miura cragging packs combine<br />
a RollTop closure system with<br />
two fully separating side zippers<br />
which allow the user to peel away<br />
the front panel of the pack and<br />
gain immediate access to its entire<br />
contents. This is known as<br />
the Drawbridge System. Other<br />
features include a high-visibility<br />
lining and internal gear loops. Packs are equipped with compression<br />
straps that are both removable and modular, allowing gear and ropes to<br />
be strapped to the front or top of the pack. A large Kangaroo Pocket is<br />
accessible from outside the pack, as well as internally. In addition, padded<br />
sidewalls protect stored gear from impact and buffer hard edges<br />
from external fabric abrasion. Packs come in 20-liter, 30-liter and 50-liter<br />
sizes. MSRP: $150-$225. 604.960.3001 or www.arcteryx.com<br />
Asolo<br />
Asolo will propel into 2008 behind a new trail<br />
running line called Propulsion. A lightweight,<br />
molded EVA midsole with torsion control<br />
shank and protective plate made of TPU<br />
are designed to manage impact, while<br />
Aso-propel and Aso-brake lugs assist in<br />
prompt acceleration and stopping. Models<br />
are available for men and women and feature Gore-XCR or velvet<br />
linings. 603.448.8827 or www.asolo.com.<br />
Big Agnes<br />
Big Agnes’ Re-Routt collection includes products<br />
across several categories constructed using different<br />
levels of recycled fabrics, fills and hardware. The collection<br />
will include sleeping bags, sleeping pads and<br />
accessories. The company will debut the Skinny Fish<br />
20° (pictured; MSRP: $179-$189) and Ripple Creek 35°<br />
(MSRP: $159-$169) semi-rectangular sleeping bags<br />
this fall. The bags will include Climashield HL Green<br />
100 percent recycled content insulation, 100 percent<br />
recycled ripstop nylon shell fabric and a bamboo/ poly<br />
blend liner fabric. Cord and stuff sacks will be recycled<br />
content and cord locks will be made from cornstarch.<br />
In addition, Big Agnes announced that all of its sleeping<br />
bags containing PrimaLoft insulation will transition to PrimaLoft Recycled<br />
by Spring 2008. 877-554-8975 or www.bigagnes.com<br />
Bite Footwear<br />
Bite’s new Adventure 3-in-1 Coho will likely appeal<br />
to travelers who pack light and demand versatility<br />
from their footwear. The shoe can<br />
transform between a supportive light<br />
hiking sandal, casual slide and adjustable<br />
beach sandal by quickly changing<br />
the strap configuration. Features include<br />
removable OrthoSport footbeds and patented Toe Guards that protect<br />
from obstacles on the trail or in the water. The hybrid Trailshark outsole<br />
can perform as a light hiker or water sandal. Traction teeth and crossridges<br />
grip on land, while water drainage channels and suction scoops<br />
provide wet surface traction. The Coho is constructed with leather uppers<br />
and neoprene lining, with metal buttons attached by webbing.<br />
MSRP: $109.99. 800.248.3465 or www.biteshoes.com<br />
Black Diamond<br />
New for Spring 2008, Black Diamond debuts Control Shock<br />
Technology (CST) offering damp and progressive, four-stage<br />
shock absorption that smoothes out light strikes, absorbs medium<br />
strikes and prevents hard bottoming-out while controlling<br />
rebound. The patent-pending system is reportedly quiet,<br />
smooth and maximizes pole collapsibility with the external<br />
design, which complements BD’s FlickLock and Binary technology<br />
and Elliptical Shaft design. 801.278.5552 or www.blackdiamondequipment.com<br />
Bota of Boulder<br />
The H2OnDemand Portable Water<br />
Filtration System by Bota of Boulder<br />
allows customers to filter water anywhere,<br />
anytime. This easy-to-use filter is<br />
small enough to tuck into a fly vest or<br />
hip pocket and weighs just 2.8 ounces.<br />
The H2OnDemand is a convenient and<br />
welcomed companion during outdoor<br />
adventures, travel and times of emergency.<br />
Bota of Boulder says the filtration system meets or exceeds<br />
EPA standards for removal of protozoa and bacteria. 800.530.8489 or<br />
www.botaofboulder.com<br />
Bridgedale<br />
New for 2008, the X-Hale Speed Demon and<br />
women’s X-Hale Speed Diva are hybrid designs<br />
aimed to fit like a thin sock but protect like a cushioned<br />
sock. The socks feature anatomically shaped<br />
cushioning designed to protect the foot and enhance<br />
fit. Other highlights include Tactel knit throughout<br />
the sock for a precise fit and wicking purposes,<br />
and shaped cushioning surrounding<br />
the fore- and rear-foot is a merino wool/synthetic<br />
blend. 800.943.4453 or www.bridgedaleusa.com<br />
Brunton<br />
Brunton’s Vapor AF expedition backpacking<br />
stove runs on any kind of liquid fuel,<br />
including white gas, kerosene, diesel,<br />
auto fuel and jet fuel. With a turn of the<br />
burner cup, users can adjust for any desired<br />
fuel without replacing jets or fiddling<br />
with loose parts (MSRP: $149). In addition,<br />
Brunton Solar Power delivers two battery models:<br />
the SOLO 7.5 and the SOLO 15.0. Both use lithium iron phosphate<br />
batteries to provide power. When fully charged, the units can operate<br />
small electronics (laptops, TVs, air pumps, cell phones) for hours. Units<br />
are recyclable and non-hazardous, according to Brunton. The SOLO 7.5<br />
provides 8-10 amp hours/75-watt hours and weighs less than two and a<br />
half pounds. It is completely waterproof (MSRP: $229). 800.443.4871<br />
or www.brunton.com<br />
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