Now that Winter is coming and the days are getting shorter, anything you can do to be better seen on your bike will greatly improve your safety. Similar to the Fiber Flare bike lights, two U.S. companies have created fun lighting systems designed to give you 360 degree visibility on your bike.
German startup Lucky Loops is repurposing old kiteboarding kites into colorful outerwear. Unique, sustainable and handmade, these jackets may not offer the superior performance benefits of GORE-TEX or eVent but will definitely serve as a one of a kind lifestyle piece to get you noticed.
As part of the big Omni-Heat launch last week, Columbia introduced a new line of base layers fortified with Omni-Heat Thermal Reflective technology. The base layers help you to lock in warmth but lose the sweat, better regulating your body temperature.
I want to be a Yama Girl. These mountain girls of Japan appear to have exclusive access to some of the most fashionable outdoor gear around. OK I don't plan on climbing Ama Dablam or Rainier in a colorful skirt, leggings and designer boots, but these stylish yet functional pieces would add some fun to trekking, hiking, trail running or other casual activities in the outdoors.
JanSport has teamed up with Barneys New York to adapt their Heritage and Urban Framework series into an exclusive collection for the high fashion retailer. The Barneys backpack collection features JanSport's Ski&Hike, Swinger, Westridge, and Large Metal Frame models, all in a new denier ripstop retro plaid fabric with charcoal, brown and blue tones.
Loveland has opened and all other ski areas are furiously making snow. Instead of simply dreaming about powder for the next few weeks, exercise on the Ski Simulator for just a few minutes a day and you can be in top ski shape by the time you hit the slopes this winter.
