Swedish stove manufacturer Primus steps it up with the brand new LPG stove Eta Lite. With the Laminar Flow Burner (LFB) technology (patent pending), Primus was able to lower the burner’s height significantly, which results in a lower centre of gravity and therefore improved stability.
Author: Joe
Rab moving to PFC-free hydrophobic down in all its FW range
Rab is a brand that knows down very well, from its beginning in Sheffield in the 1980s up to know. So when those guys decide to move to PFC-free hydrophobic down we have good reasons to get excited.
Edelrid announces multiple awards ahead of ISPO show
In a recent press release, German brand Edelrid announced the win of two ISPO Outdoor awards. First taking the Gold award for its Corbie 8.6mm rope and another award for the Beast Lite 12-point crampon.
15 years old girl completes the Appalachian Trail to become its youngest solo thru-hiker
In a recent press release, Vasque announced that Neva Warren had completed her challenge of thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail solo.
Montane starts using Polartec NeoShell in new Fall/Winter range
British gear specialist Montane is now using the award-winning fabric from Polartec, NeoShell, in some of its latest hardshells. Just in time autumn showers and winter ski season, the Fast Alpine Stretch Neo might be the new jacket to own.
Review: Patagonia Torrentshell Stretch hardshell jacket
Earlier this year we got the chance to get our hands, along with a M10, on a Patagonia Torrentshell jacket. The Stretch is the pricier sister of the three Torrentshell hardshells.
Need power, get yourself a hydrogen reactor from Brunton
Brunton are one of the specialists in power sources for outdoor adventures. From spare batteries to high-efficiency solar panels, if you need to juice up some gadgets, they have a solution for you.
TomTom to release GPS sports watches under its own name
To follow in the GPS sports watch sector, it is GPS giant TomTom’s turn to enter the market with a pair of watches, this time branded under it own name.
Marmot FusionDri jackets now available
Announced last year at OutDoor and now available, Marmot’s FusionDri waterproof/breathable membrane is the brand’s take at improving comfort of traditional WP/B garment.
Cocona going all out at OR with new insulation, PRO and merino products
Last week at OR Show, Cocona showed some of the new products they will make available to their partners for Fall/Winter 2013. Those use the company’s patented Cocona Active Particles technology made from discarded coconut shells.
Tim Williamson, an ultra runner to the north pole
Tales of North pole expeditions relate the tough weather conditions, the bitter cold and the emptiness. Tim Williamson, a 25 years old guy from Newcastle, UK, will go there next year, solo.
GoPro releases new Hero3 line of rugged cameras
GoPro have updated their offering with a new line of tough cameras for extreme sports junkies and outdoor enthusiasts. Better, smaller and cheaper, the three new models are features packed.