Raidlight, a brand we don’t see very often on the news is launching a new hydration pack for ultra marathons. The Olmo is a range of ultra light packs developed with the help of Marco Olmo.
Gear news
Nitro Pack from Black Diamond, on-the-go performance
Black Diamond is adding a new backpack to its Velocity Series. The Nitro is a 22L pack for day hikes and adventures.
Earl Android tablet from Sqigle, made with outdoor exploration in mind
When you think tablet, you think fragile slate for entertainment with big screen and short battery life. Sqigle though more about ultimate survival gadget for the backcountry.
Mammut’s new Ultimate Light jacket and Atacazo, kit for summer activities
Mammut has two new pieces of kit for this summer to show: the Atacazo t-shirt and the Ultimate Light Jacket.
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.
Suunto updates its GPS watch line with Ambit2 and Ambit2 S
Suunto is refreshing its Ambit GPS sport watch with not one but two new models. The Ambit2 S and the Ambit2 share most of their older sister’s features but will each focus on specific activities.
Faster recovery with SmartWool’s PhD Compression socks
SmartWool, the Steamboat Springs based manufacturer of Merino Wool apparel have an impressive range of socks. Their latest addition, the PhD Run Graduated Compression is, like its name suggest, a PhD sock with added compression for faster recovery.
Asolo releases Salyan and Jumla GV for its approach collection
Asolo, the Italian footwear manufacturer, has released two new models in its approach and via ferrata range. The Salyan and its sibling the Jumla GV are said to offer the best construction and features for demanding days at the crag.
Camelbak updates three packs with new NV back panel
When CamelBak announced the new NV back panel system last year, we were a bit taken aback by the design. Instead of using a conventional mesh construction, the California-based company decided to make something new.
New Black Diamond Vapor helmet, the lightest on the market
Always pushing the limits to make lighter and more comfortable gear, Black Diamond have announced a new climbing helmet, the Vapor.
Columbia new Million Air ultra-wicking Softshell
Spring collection update at Columbia introduced the Million Air Softshell jacket, featuring the companies high-end wicking technology: Omni-Wick EVAP.
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.