UK based Sprayway is announcing two new jackets for its Spring/Summer 2016 collection. Sprayway has been making affordable waterproof clothing since 1974 and will continue this year with the Phaon and Arawa jackets.
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Vollebak Condition Black : the extreme surviving jacket
Do you need to survive in the harshest, most extreme conditions ? The latest jacket from Volleback might be just what you need. The Condition Black is not made for your everyday outdoor adventure, but is ready to withstand the most difficult situations. The jacket features some impressive tech, including ceraspace panels (from Schoeller) that… Continue reading Vollebak Condition Black : the extreme surviving jacket
ISPO 2016 : new jackets for Marmot
This year at ISPO, Marmot has been introducing some particularly interesting technical jackets. 3 new models will be available : the Astrum Jacket, the Tullus Jacket and the Aruna Jacket. The Astrum is a versatile jacket, efficient for most winter activities (climbing, ski, urban, etc.). Made from the new Thermal R Active Stretch insulation, the… Continue reading ISPO 2016 : new jackets for Marmot
ISPO Awards 2016 (outdoor) : equipment and accessories
After having consecrated Blackyack in almost every jacket categories, it’s time to look at the ISPO 2016 gold awards for the outdoor equipment and accessories. This year, the jury awarded the Auroco Epic as the best mountaineering equipment. The device is used by climbers by fixing it to walls or anchor points, thus enabling a… Continue reading ISPO Awards 2016 (outdoor) : equipment and accessories
ISPO Awards 2016 (outdoor) : jackets
The ISPO 2016 has finally begun, and while the newest products of the industry are announced, let’s have a look at the winners of the 2016 ISPO awards in the outdoor category.We found a lot of interesting jackets this year, starting with the Blackyak brand who provided us with 4 Gold Winning products this year… Continue reading ISPO Awards 2016 (outdoor) : jackets
ISPO 2016 : Berghaus 8000 jacket and EVO from fulgar
The 2016 edition of ISPO is about to start ! From this sunday (the 24th of January), the German show will open its doors in Munich, featuring 2.645 exhibitors (they were 2585 last year). The ISPO will be divided into 16 exhibition halls, with the presence of the biggest brands of the industry. In terms of… Continue reading ISPO 2016 : Berghaus 8000 jacket and EVO from fulgar
ISPO 2016 : towards more sustainable outdoor gear
ISPO 2016 will be opening its doors soon ! From the 24th to the 27th of January, the international sporting goods exhibition will be introducing the future of sports gear. Created in 1970, the show will feature around 2.500 exhibitors. In terms of outdoor gear, be sure that we will cover the new trends and… Continue reading ISPO 2016 : towards more sustainable outdoor gear
Nikon jumps into the action camera market with the KeyMission 360
One of the leaders in photographic equipment, Nikon, announced at CES its plan to start a new line-up of rugged video and photography products. The first element of this line-up will be the KeyMission 360.
Montane North Star Lite Jacket, new this winter
Moar down jackets. Choice is good and there is ever more choice in the down jacket section. Montane has a new option for a mid-weight jacket, the North Star Lite.
New Vibram FiveFingers for autumn, warm and casual
There are two new styles coming from the Italian brand this autumn. Each year seems to bring a few new models or replacement for older ones. The new Vibram FiveFingers Trek Ascent Insulated in this case is replacing the Bikila EVO WP and Lontra. It uses the Icetrek rubber from the brand, supposed to give better… Continue reading New Vibram FiveFingers for autumn, warm and casual
Interview with Tommy and Steve, founders of Jöttnar
Jöttnar is by far one of the most exciting brand right now for hardcore outdoor adventurer. Created in 2013 by two former Royal Marine commandos and keen mountaineers, Jöttnar has a small but very focused collection of layers for when you have to face the fiercest weather. Ben caught up with Jöttnar’s founders Tommy and Steve right after the launch… Continue reading Interview with Tommy and Steve, founders of Jöttnar
Element Pure launch new baselayer fabric on Kickstarter
It is good to see more and more options for environmentally friendly fabrics in the outdoor industry. New brand Element Pure developed Tencel for baselayers and it has now launched on Kickstarter.