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Timberland's Zip Together Insulated Camp Boots

Building on the success of their ultra packable zip-up Radler Trail Camp shoes, Timberland has created an insulated camp boot version for winter. The Radler Camp Insulated boots for men and women zip together for compact storage, are weather resistant, and toasty warm.

Powerful Self Adjusting Headlamp

One of the show favorites by far, amongst all the attendees at Outdoor Retailer, was the new Nao headlamp from Petzl. Using an integrated light sensor technology, the headlamp beam instantly adapts to the changing conditions around you, giving you ideal lighting at all times with little manual intervention.

The Future Of Down Looks Dry

UK company Berghaus made the first move towards water resistant down with their Mount Asgard Hybrid Jacket launch last fall. Now Sierra Designs has jumped on board with their new DriDown technology, working to eliminate one of down's main shortcomings. 

The Lightest Outdoor LED Lights On The Planet

By Don Jurries

Looking for an ultralight LED lighting solution for just about any outdoor pursuit? Australian company Ay Up has created what they claim to be the lightest LED lights on the planet. Initially popular with mountain bikers, the Ay Up lights are so flexible and customizable that they can be used for just about every outdoor activity, including running, hiking, camping, kayaking, cycling, and even sled dog racing.

Warmest Socks On The Planet?

By Don Jurries

With the tagline “No More Cold Feet”, UK milliners Drew Brady have created Heat Holders Thermal Socks, possibly the warmest socks on the planet. Drew Brady are the same people who have designed socks for Pringle, Jeep, Jeff Banks, Glenmuir and Kickers, amongst others, and have decades worth of experience in textiles.