If you are tired of the usual snack options when hitting the trail this summer, five new companies have cropped up recently to put some life back into your palate. Similar to Kate's Real Food, these five companies are looking to offer you a more natural alternative to traditional energy bars.
DeLorme has teamed up with Iridium to create their own two-way GPS satellite communicator. Similar to the SPOT Connect device, inReach will let you send and receive messages from your family, friends or emergency services, while almost anywhere in the world.
By Don Jurries
The Blizzard Survival Jacket, a pocket size body warmer, was recently on display at the Snow & Outdoor Trade Association (SOTA) show in Canberra, Australia. Created by Blizzard Protection Systems in the UK, the body warmer is made from innovative Reflexcell material and protects you from the elements while allowing you to remain mobile.
In addition to the Redington Deschutes Rain Jacket I reviewed a few weeks ago, I was sent a couple items for testing from the women's sportswear line: the Chelan Tee and the Tideland Shorts. With every Redington piece I have tried, the things that stand out are the attention to detail and a fit that is meant for "regular" sized people, not too tight and not too loose.
Heading into the weekend and the start of climbing season, I thought I would do a gear giveaway featuring the men's Arc'teryx R320 climbing harness. Lightweight and compact, the harness is packed with technology to enable all day comfort.
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