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OPPORTUNITIES<br />
Get Out More … With Less!<br />
What a difference, say, seven decades have meant to<br />
clothes, shoes and kit becoming lighter and more flexible.<br />
Just weigh (or weigh up) a pair of walking boots from the<br />
1950s and compare them with today’s products.<br />
Teva® has pioneered freedom in footwear since 1984 and<br />
its recently-launched Arrowood range of lightweight walking<br />
boots has created a modern look with the technology of<br />
Float-Lite TM in the sole. This gives water-resistance,<br />
durability and comfort - enabling the flexibility of extreme<br />
solo pursuits and casual trips in company. The boots are<br />
available in <strong>40</strong> countries and may be viewed at<br />
www.teva.com<br />
Getting up high, getting fit or getting on<br />
in years presents problems, and trekking<br />
poles could be the answer. Leading<br />
tech-leisure company, Black Diamond<br />
(blackdiamondequipment.com)<br />
produces a range that is versatile<br />
and durable, compact and ultralight.<br />
Distance, Alpine and Trail<br />
categories have 17 varying styles<br />
with emphasis on shock absorption,<br />
suitable tips and grips as well as<br />
adjustable lengths.<br />
Packing for holidays demands<br />
attention to detail and the Schelle<br />
Collection (www.schelle.co.uk) has<br />
applied this attribute to<br />
the design of its travel<br />
case - price £9.99 - for<br />
an electric toothbrush.<br />
It’s shatter-proof and<br />
robust, dishwasher-safe,<br />
anti-viral and anti-bacterial,<br />
prevents accidental turn-ons, fits<br />
most popular brands, available in a<br />
range of colours plus it’s compact<br />
and lightweight.<br />
Liberate yourself from soap, towels and<br />
running water with Wash Wizard<br />
(www.wash-wizard.co.uk). If you are at<br />
a festival, camping, bothying or trekking<br />
and want a complete body wash, here’s<br />
a sponge that requires a dash of water<br />
from a bottle, tap or stream. Its natural<br />
ingredients activate aloe vera foam and<br />
you can just air-dry. This is a green<br />
product, fragrance-free and priced at<br />
£7.99 for five sponges.<br />
Consider the Himalayan Heritage<br />
Collection from Sherpa Adventure Gear<br />
(www.sherpaadventuregear.co.uk) - fit<br />
for high-altitudes, challenging conditions<br />
and everyday wear. The hand-knitted<br />
and woven garments blend traditional<br />
designs with touches of modern<br />
technology. The Nepalese people<br />
benefit from sales and the mittens and<br />
hats, in particular, may help in some of<br />
your gift selecting.<br />
24 SCOTTISH ISLANDS EXPLORER NOVEMBER / DECEMBER <strong>2016</strong>
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