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Gear<br />
Buck Knives<br />
Buck Knives has added a 5-millimeter<br />
LED light to its one-handed X-Tract multitool.<br />
The light helps users in dim light conditions,<br />
illuminating the area being worked on. The light has manual<br />
or auto shut-off and is powered by two replaceable 3-volt CR-1616<br />
lithium batteries. The multitool also is equipped with a 3-inch droppoint<br />
blade, one-handed access to all implements, and a traditional<br />
handle for grip and leverage. Other highlights of the 731 X-Tract LED<br />
are spring-loaded needle-nose pliers with a wire cutter that cuts up to<br />
10-gauge wire; a number two Phillips screwdriver and a 3/16-inch slotted<br />
screwdriver. MSRP: $65. 800.326.2825 or www.buckknives.com<br />
C.A.M.P. USA<br />
Two new climbing helmets designed to meet<br />
UIAA certification requirements round out the latest<br />
line from C.A.M.P. The new Armour (pictured)<br />
offers a molded thermoplastic shell with side ventilation.<br />
The helmet is headlamp compatible and<br />
equipped with a fast and secure adjustment system. It<br />
is available in five lively colors and in models built for men,<br />
women and children. Also available is the Cosmic, featuring a<br />
ridged ABS injection-molded shell with the company’s patented new<br />
closure system that eliminates clips and buckles around the chin. Millimetric<br />
adjustment is achieved with a dial built into the helmet’s main<br />
structure near the right temple. 877.421.2267 or www.camp-usa.com<br />
CampfireGrill<br />
Even casual and car campers appreciate<br />
smaller and mobile. The Rebel,<br />
Pioneer and Explorer models from<br />
CampfireGrill fit into small cars, motorcycle<br />
saddlebags and canoes. The<br />
Rebel and Pioneer are assembled with<br />
a two-piece stake, while the Explorer<br />
has folding legs. All three have compact<br />
grilling surfaces and feature a raised edge that prevents food from falling<br />
into the campfire. Each grill includes a carrying bag. 248.241.6717<br />
or www.campfiregrill.com<br />
Cascade Creek<br />
Cascade Creek Co.’s new Yakclip paddle<br />
clips offer quick installation without the need<br />
for tools or drilling holes in the boat. The clips<br />
enable paddlers to keep their paddle within<br />
reach anywhere around the cockpit and come<br />
with two built-in accessory clips for keeping<br />
other items in reach, such as fishing poles or<br />
dry bags. Yakclips can be placed in front when getting in and out of a<br />
kayak, leaving both hands free to stabilize entry or exit. They also can<br />
be used to hold a paddle while breaking for a drink or to move the<br />
paddle aside in order to reel in that big fish. MSRP:<br />
$9.95. 631.271.2100 or www.cascadecreek.com<br />
Climashield<br />
Climashield insulation is a durable,<br />
stretchable material produced by spreading<br />
thousands of continuous strands of polyester<br />
into an interlocking insulation. The material is<br />
thermally efficient and has a 10 percent lower packing volume than<br />
cut staple of the same weight and temperature rating, according<br />
to the company. The insulation is suitable for performance apparel,<br />
sleeping bags and outerwear. Among the product’s features are<br />
its light weight, compressibility, water resistance and quick drying<br />
properties. Look for products from Big Agnes, Coleman, Patagonia,<br />
Sierra Designs, Slumberjack, The North Face and Wiggy’s. Pictured<br />
is the Patagonia Micropuff pullover with Climashield Green,<br />
an insulation made from recycled materials. 310.767.1000 or<br />
www.climashield.com<br />
Cloggens<br />
Debuting in Cloggens’ Active<br />
Comfort line is the new Cero, a shoe<br />
combining lightweight durability and<br />
molded comfort with the sporty style<br />
of a casual shoe. The Cero comes in three<br />
distinct models, including Air Mesh, which is engineered to keep the<br />
wearer’s feet cool and snug. The advanced air-mesh upper enclosure<br />
is treated with a special water- and stain-resistant finish. The Cero Air<br />
Mesh is offered in men’s and women’s models in whole sizes. MSRP:<br />
$40. 503.635.3925 or www.cloggens.com<br />
Cloudveil<br />
The Z Print jacket for men and women is a 12-ounce mountain<br />
and urban ally that offers original print styling and liberating waterproof<br />
stretch. Features include foldaway adjustable hood with internal<br />
collar, center front storm flap, YKK Reverso zips, hand pockets,<br />
adjustable storm sealing cuffs with half elastic, and adjustable storm<br />
sealing hem. MSRP: $175. Also new for 2008 is the women’s Track<br />
jacket, an 8-ounce silhouette offering full-zip styling with collar, flatlock<br />
stitch detail, princess seams and an athletic fit for multi-sport activity.<br />
MSRP: $75. The Track line includes jacket, skirt, cami and tank.<br />
307.734.3880 or www.cloudveil.com<br />
Cocoon by Design Salt<br />
Cocoon has increased the performance of<br />
its expedition liner in a smaller, lighter package.<br />
The Expedition MummyLiner is made of<br />
black ripstop silk and comes in three sizes<br />
for an optimum fit and minimum weight.<br />
Users will appreciate the new elastic drawstring<br />
hood. A waterproof, ripstop Silnylon<br />
stuff sack is sewn into the liner at chest<br />
height and doubles as a chest pocket.<br />
Hang loops facilitate drying and allow attachment<br />
to sleeping bags. 509.667.1600<br />
or www.cocoonusa.com<br />
Coghlan’s<br />
Coghlan’s LED Micro Lantern uses a<br />
specially designed conical reflector and<br />
a bright Nichia 5-millimeter LED to illuminate<br />
everything within 6.5 feet. The lantern<br />
is just 2 inches tall, is water resistant<br />
and features a flashing mode for emergencies.<br />
It attaches to a pack or jacket for<br />
portability, safety and convenient access.<br />
204.284.9550 or www.coghlans.com<br />
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