German company Heimplanet has been working for years, traveling all over China, to perfect the design and supply source for their inflatable tent idea. Inspired by the efficient and stable molecular structure of a diamond, the two founding Stefans believe they have finally realized the perfect design.
Over the past year, at shows such as Outdoor Retailer and ISPO, I have previewed some pretty cool Fall/Winter 2010-2011 gear which has now finally been released. I thought I would share with you a select few of my favorite winter gear items-all of my favorite gear would take up too many pages! I have not personally tested every single item listed, however it is all gear I would love to buy.
Body Glove is looking to follow the success of the Vapor wetsuit with the release of a new fullsuit wetsuit called the Pr1me. Using a radical new blend of materials coupled with unique design features, the Pr1me is set to become the warmest and most flexibile fullsuit on the market.
Eaten for years by the Jackson Hole locals in order to maximize ski time, Kate Schade's original homemade Tram Bars are quickly becoming popular nationwide. Made from organic, all natural ingredients, Kate's line of energy bars deliver an exciting mix of texture and flavor to fuel any outdoor adventure.
Jeans are very popular these days for climbing, hiking and bike commuting but cotton denim doesn't exactly offer you any weather protection. Oregon company Thunderbolt has taken classic outdoor fabric and created a pair of soft shell jeans, resulting in the perfect stylish outdoor pant.
Looks like Columbia won't be the only one on the market with battery heated clothing next year. Los Angeles company VentureHeat now offers an entire line of heated gear including base layers, gloves, vests, fleece and soft shell jackets, enabling you to stay comfortably warm despite the cold.
