featuring the freshest gear on the market today

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There’s no place like the GearTrends® Product Zone to see and be seen. These mini-product blurbs—granted, pay-to-play
ones—offer a peek at what’s new and what’s coming from leading industry companies during the trade show season.
Wish your company’s product was in this magazine for the world to see? For details on how to become a part,
send your request for a full-access Zone ticket to the Zone crew at [email protected].
New CamelBak®
Performance™ Bottle
BUCK/
WHITTAKER
TRANSPORT™
PROPULSION
Asolo propels swiftly into 2008 with a new trail
running category aptly termed Propulsion. A lightweight, molded EVA midsole with torsion control
shank and protective plate made of TPU manage
impact while Aso-propel and -brake lugs assist in
prompt acceleration and stopping. Available in both
genders with Gore-XCR or velvet linings.
New CamelBak®
Podium™ Bottle
CamelBak Products, LLC, has
reinvented the bike bottle:
introducing the CamelBak®
Podium™ Bottle. Its innovative design eliminates the
“bite-open, hip-slap shut”
steps of traditional bike
bottles, and allows easy access
to water while riding. It
features a sip or squirt valve
with maximum flow rate. The
self-sealing silicone valve eliminates splatter while riding.
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Designed in collaboration
with world-renowned mountaineer
Peter Whittaker, the Transport is a small,
friendly knife with high-tech looks, easily
opened and closed with one hand. The slim, distinctive look of the Transport brings fashion and
function to your keychain, setting your keys apart
while not adding to the bulk. MSRP $20.
Booth # 18050
800-326-2825 • www.buckknives.com
New
CamelBak®
Vantage™ 40
Outdoor Pack
CamelBak Products, LLC,
introduces its most technical daypack, the
Vantage™ 40. The Vantage 40
pioneers the new CamelBak® D.V.I.S.™
technology. The D.V.I.S.™ acronym represents the key
features of the new back panel technology: D. Dynamic:
V. Ventilated: I.S. Integrated System. The innovative
design suspends the pack from the user’s back allowing
air to flow in all directions enabling the pack to move and
flex with the body. Vantage 40 — the optimum balance
of cargo and hydration for backcountry adventures.
CamelBak Products, LLC, introduces the re-useable CamelBak®
Performance™ Bottle. The new
CamelBak Performance bottle
features squeezable sides for an
adjustable flow rate and the
patented Big Bite™ Valve with
new positive shut-off technology, for leak-proof transport.
Its innovative, user-friendly
design creates an easy-to-use,
spill-proof bottle that is great
for the gym as well as waistmounted hydration packs or
bike cages.
New CamelBak®
Wingman
Bottle-Based
Hydration Pack
CamelBak Products, LLC,
has pioneered the
new Wingman hydration pack that incorporates the wildly successful Better
Bottle™. The Wingman is designed to take a user from
the trail to the street without missing a step. The
Wingman is designed with massive storage space and
easy-access external pockets, along with a flip-out
organization pocket for secure storage of keys, personal
electronics and other valuables.
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New CamelBak®
Uproar™ Pack
CamelBak Products, LLC,
introduces Uproar™,
the newest pack in
its Outlaw mountain
bike series. Perfect for
the ride into a jump site or a day on
campus, the Uproar incorporates CamelBak’s Better
Bottle™ into an insulated pocket on the pack. Designed
for hard-core riders, the pack holds a full-face helmet
as well as shin and elbow guards. The oversized main
compartment includes a padded laptop sleeve. The
Uproar is available in three colors, each featuring a
black .75L Better Bottle™.
Coghlan’s LED
Micro Lantern
The LED Micro Lantern uses a specially designed conical
reflector and a bright Nichia™ 5mm LED to illuminate
everything within a 6.5’ diameter, and its only 2” tall!
It’s water resistant and features a flashing mode for
emergencies. Attaches to your pack or jacket for the
ultimate in portable light. www.coghlans.com
CamelBak® Elixir Energy Tablets
CamelBak is taking on-the-go hydration to a whole
new level. New for 2007, CamelBak Products, LLC, introduces CamelBak Elixir — an electrolyte-enhanced hydration drink that turns water into a more efficient sports
drink. Just one self-mixing, sugar-free tablet dropped
into 24 oz. (1 liter) of water makes a lemon-lime
flavored sports drink that’s enhanced with a blend of
electrolytes, vitamins and minerals and leaves no sticky
residue behind.
CLEANSTREAM™
Gravity Filter System
Our super-light, pump-free, high-flow CleanStream
Gravity Filter System is an integral new part of our
modular assortment. It filters 4 liters of water in less
than 2 1/2 minutes and the closed system allows
filtering and cleaning—simply hold the filtered-water
bag above the unfiltered-water bag to backflush and
clean the filter—all to be done without disassembly.
Comes with two reservoirs, filter cartridge, hoses,
and all fittings.
Exponent®
CR123A
Lithium
Pack-Away™
Lantern
Introducing Coleman’s
new star. Extremely
small and bright, the
innovative Exponent® CR123A Lithium Pack-Away®
Lantern is less than 4” high when open and weighs
just 4.8 oz. with batteries. Featuring a Cree® XLamp®
XR-E LED which provides 100 lumens on high. Includes
high, low and emergency strobe settings. Shuts off
when lantern is collapsed.
Earthwhile™ earth friendly fabrics by Consoltex
feature organic cotton, recycled polyester, and blends
of both. Our newest developments include stretch for
greater comfort and range of motion. Product featured
here is the Plasma Schell by Boardroom Custom
Clothing—a soft shell made from recycled polyester
yarns. www.consoltex.com
New Ultralite
Parula
Day Pack
New Ultralite Elfin
Backpacker’s Wallet
Our simple and effective design offers a secure place
for your valuables. Measuring 4 by 5 inches, this virtually weightless zip pouch clips to your pack—an essential for any excursion. Discover us at OR booth
7050, www.equinoxltd.com, or call 800-326-9241.
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New Ultralite Tortrix Tote
Our million and one use tote measures 16 by 20
inches, is constructed from 1.1 ounce silicone impregnated ripstop nylon, weighs less than 1 ounce,
and folds into a tiny zip pouch with a handy clip.
Discover us at OR booth 7050,
www.equinoxltd.com, or call 800-326-9241.
Weighs only 6.1
ounces and features
an attached lid, two
mesh and one top
zippered pockets, plus
padded straps. Constructed from 1.1 ounce
silicone impregnated ripstop nylon with a 1,050
cubic inch capacity. Discover us at OR booth 7050,
www.equinoxltd.com, or call 800-326-9241.
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Bridgedale X-Hale Speed Demon
Bridgedale X-Hale Speed Diva
X-Hale Speed Demon is a hybrid sock with the
unique feel of an ultra-thin, rapid-drying lightweight
synthetic sock and the cushioned comfort of natural
fibers. They are available in a variety of colors, and
carry Bridgedale’s unmatched three-year WoolFusion®
guarantee of enduring comfort. O.R. Booth #19033
Ultra lightweight sock for running and cycling with a
low volume fit. Anatomically knit to improve heel fit
and forefoot comfort during endurance sports. Zonal
padding features resilient double-loop cushioning
designed specifically for a woman’s foot shape.
O.R. Booth #19033
The totally new award-winning Garmont Eclipse has
it all – stability, light weight, great fit, Gore-Tex XCR,
and Vibram® traction. Garmont’s all new anatomically supportive TPU spine stabilizes while protecting
underfoot. PU midsole shock attenuation and durability is an exceptional feature/benefit typically
found only in burly boots. O.R. Booth #19027
PICO ARM CHAIR™. PICO means small. And that is
exactly what this chair is—a full-sized chair that
compacts to the size of your laptop case. The PICO
folds easily using the Patent Pending PICO Telescoping
System™, an innovative technology developed by GCI
Outdoor, Inc. This chair is easily portable with its own
travel bag that doubles as a Chair Back Storage Caddy™.
The PICO is the world’s first full-sized chair small enough
to take with you on every adventure. OR Booth #59082
New for Spring 2008, GoLite’s revolutionary new
bottle packs eliminate unruly bottle wobble and
annoying pack bounce for hard core trail runners
and hikers. Sleek, quick-dry, breathable, genderspecific, and lightweight, the packs feature the NO
BOUNCE™ System, a sophisticated combination of
foam densities, tension lines, and secure bottle
pockets to create a stable, comfortable ride.
The Carbon Fyre is the newest trail native running
shoe from GoLite. Built with a carbon fiber cradle
plate, like a high-performance mountain bike,
the lightweight, stable chassis works with GoLite’s
revolutionary Isomorphic Suspension™ system. This
achieves Whole Body Stability over uneven terrain.
The patent-pending PreciseFit™ system and Innerlock
lacing combine for a secure, adjustable fit over many
miles. golite-footwear.com
Outside Magazine
awarded it Gear of
the Year, calling it
“as comfortable as it is tough.“ Backpacker Magazine
calls it “Top Lightweight.“ We called it “Trauma
Tested“ after Justin Lichter carried one pack for
10,000 miles. Whatever you call it, this pack raises
the bar for comfort, durability and versatility in an
ultralight pack.
Exo Dri™ Pointelle Hoody
ExOfficio’s Exo Dri™ Pointelle Hoody is designed to be
as adventurous as you are. Constructed with sun protection (30+UPF) and dri-release® technology, this
hoody is odor resistant, moisture wicking and quick drying making it a must-pack for every trip.
Challenge the elements
Garmont Eclipse XCR
»OUTDOOR »SUMMER 2007
NO BOUNCE™Bottle Packs
ALLAK
Lightweight, all season capable, and fully free standing,
the new 2-person Hilleberg Allak has two integrated
vestibules, two entrances and room enough for 6+
foot adventurers plus gear. Its design affords strength
aplenty for harsh conditions, but it also boasts tremendous ventilation, not to mention—the real clincher—
a weight of just under 6 lbs. www.hilleberg.com
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New from award
winning Inov-8
Plaid
is Rad
SOULO
A solo tent-lover’s dream, the new Hilleberg Soulo is
fully free standing – including its integrated vestibule
– and offers over 21 ft2 of roominess inside. The robust
Soulo is expedition ready and all season capable, with
both impressive stability and remarkable ventilation,
and yet it weighs under 4 pounds. www.hilleberg.com
Horny Toad embraces the ironic and iconic summer
charms of Madras. Check out Murray and Birdie, men’s
and women’s classic-but-current Bermudas (pictured).
Also new and notably madras are Tupelo, the sweetas-honey shirtdress and Enzo, strut your stuff men’s
trousers. For a round on the links or round of drinks,
wear plaid with pride.
The Roclite 320 has arrived!
Just in time for those long distance trail runs. The
highly anticipated Roclite 320, with Fascia-band™
technology will take you longer and farther with more
midsole cushioning and support. A mere 11.3 oz., this
light weight trail runner will become your next ‘go to’
shoe. www.inov-8.com
Lateral
Thinking…
Hydration
Goes
Horizontal
SNEWS®
TRAINING CENTER
Inov-8 Race Pro Series
Packs new for Summer.
Unique patent pending H2Orizontal™ system is one of
the main design features. This special bladder can be
used across all Inov-8’s hydration packs. The bladder
is segmented for an ergonomic fit around the lower
back providing lumbar support and reducing water
movement. www.inov-8.com
Human Powered activity requires
two things: a great place and
dependable gear. LEKI can provide
at least one of the
requirements for a
memorable experience, whether it
is a day trip or an
adventure race.
LEKI’s lock tight
adjustment feature is what
outdoor enthusiasts choose
for strength and security.
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EcoPro
Marmot’s new EcoPro line of sleeping bags maintain
performance while being environmentally conscious.
With exclusive, new multi-denier short staple insulation and new lightweight 50 denier shell and lining,
the EcoPro is born from over 90% UpCycled fabrics.
Stay green and experience superior weight to warmth
ratio in a bag.
Kelty
Essential
Chair
The comfortable Essential chair is easy to relax in and
comes equipped with a unique adjustable beverage
holder, a mesh pocket, reflective accents, and a transport sack. Even includes a handy bottle opener. For
more information, visit Kelty at the open air demo or
booth number 27017. www.kelty.com
Robotic Multi-Sport Shoe
An ultra-light, wildly breathable but highly protective
gold-standard multi-sport shoe that performs on command
wherever it’s taken. Ventilated mesh upper has protective welded trim with conspicuous studding around the
toe. In-Board™ construction with Merrell Air Cushion®
keeps the foot low-centered and the ride smooth.
www.merrell.com
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®
GEARTRENDS
Ad Index
For more information on a member’s new
products, simply go to its manufacturer page
at www.geartrends.com.
NALGENE® Travel Kits
Compatible with New Security Guidelines. Each of the
items in this full assortment of leakproof, durable
containers offers the compact size and low-volume
capacity now required by the Transportation Security
Administration (TSA).
Sea to Summit debuts two innovative camp kitchen items: the
X-Bowl and X-Plate. Made of a
hybrid of food-grade rigid nylon for the base and
flexible silicon for the sides, so they collapse flat.
Sturdy nylon base for chopping and silicon sides allow
easy pouring. The X-Bowl fits snugly into the X-Plate
for extra space savings. Summer OR Booth # 17013.
Phone: 303-440-8977. www.seatosummit.com.
VersaLayer
The North Face Rucky Chucky
Enhanced support, stability, and traction make The
North Face Rucky Chucky the ultimate high-performance, long-distance trail running shoe. Features the
innovative Snake Plate™, X-Dome™, and Thrust Chassis™
technologies for superb mechanical assistance, performance and comfort. The North Face Rucky Chucky is a
favorite of The North Face Endurance Team. $110.
is the world’s first
retractable/extendable
insulation system for clothing. The unique adjustable
insulation panels provide you with complete control of
an entire layer of insulation without having to add or
remove clothing. Simply retract the panels when you’re
hot and extend them when you’re cold. Backed by stateof-the-art fabric technology and rigorous fieldtesting,
the VersaLayer redefines functional clothing.
GRANGER’S
WATERPROOFING
GRANGER’S: “ORIGINAL PERFORMANCE RESTORED”© – Proven
performance leader in cleaners
and waterproofing for footwear,
outerwear and gear. EFFECTIVE,
easy-to-use, TESTED SAFE for you
and environment. New highly
concentrated G-Wash Baselayer HC Plus cleans and
removes odors from natural and synthetic base layer
clothing and workout wear and improves wicking
performance. OR Booth #’s 36100 & 59014
800-335-0260 • www.axisoutdoor.com
»OUTDOOR »SUMMER 2007
Alpha LT Jacket
The Arc’Teryx Alpha LT Jacket is the tool of choice for
the fast and light alpine climbing crowd. Tough GORETEX® Pro Shell serves up full weather protection and is
further enhanced by Arc’Teryx quality and technical
features. Lightweight (13 oz.), durable and supple, this
alpine jacket features an improved Speed Hood and the
harness HemLock keeps the jacket hem from rising above
a climbing harness. MSRP: $499
America Outdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Aquapac. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Asolo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Bemis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Big City Mountaineers . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Buzz Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Cascade Designs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Climashield. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Coghlans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Coleman. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Conservation Alliance . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Consoltex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Cordura . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Duofold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
DuPont Sorona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Earth Creations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
EORA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
ExOfficio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Fox River. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
GCI Outdoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
GoLite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
High Sierra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Hops Press . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Ispo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
ITW Nexus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Katadyn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Kelty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Komperdell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Leki . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Lowa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Lowe Alpine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Marmot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Montbell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Mountainsmith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Munich Int’l Trade Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Nalgene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
New Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Nikwax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
OIWC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Osprey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
OutDoor Europe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Outdoor Industry Association . . . . . . 73
Outdoor Mind. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Outdoor Retailer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Polarguard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Red Ledge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Ryan Michael . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Sawyer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Sierra Designs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Slumberjack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
SmartWool. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
The North Face . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Tilley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Timberland. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Travel Chair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Verde PR & Consulting. . . . . . . . . . . . 45
W.L. Gore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
3M. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
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“I decided to design my own kayak, but I think my
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Backbone Media
Marmot
Mountain Hardwear
Northern Mountain
Supply
Nova Craft
Old Town Canoe
Polartec
Rutabaga
The North Face
Arcadia Mountain Guides
Atwater Carey
Big Agnes
Black Diamond
Camelbak
Casual Adventure
Champaign Surplus
Colorado Mountain School
Colorado Rocky Mountain
School
EMS Guiding School
Geartrends
Generator Group, LLC
Go Trek & Expeditions
Gunflint Northwoods
Outfitters
High Gear Usa
Ibex
Jackson Hole Mountain
Guides
Jetboil
Katadyn
Kelty
LaSportiva
Leki
Mickie's Place Outdoors
National Geographic
Adventure
Nature’s Path
North Country Outdoors
Optic Nerve
Osprey Packs
Outdoor Divas
Outdoor Research
Outdoor Retailer
Packrat Outdoors
Thorlo
Travel Country Outdoors
W. L. Gore & Assoc.
Wenonah
Petzl
PolarMax
Princeton Tec
ProTech
Rainier Mountaineering
Inc.
Shasta Mountain Guides
Sierra Designs
Sierra Mountaineering
International
Sole
The North Face
Thorlos
Ute Mountaineering
White Iron Beach Resort
Wilderness Sports
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The Coleman constellation of lighting products has just gotten bigger—with our smallest, brightest lantern ever. Introducing the innovative new CR123A
Lithium Pack-Away® lantern featuring a Cree XLamp® XR-E LED. It weighs only 4.8 oz. (with batteries) but at 100 lumens on high, this lantern is no
lightweight when it comes to bringing you brighter sales. Stock up on this year’s shining star and take advantage of exclusive distribution and great profit
potential. www.coleman.com
3.97” when open.
2.47” when closed.
Cree® and XLamp® are registered trademarks of Cree, Inc.
®
®
For more information on this and other Coleman Exponent products,
please contact Mark Walker at 316-832-2912.
Visit Coleman at the Outdoor Retailer Show – Booth #38051
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