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Despite recent news that water resistant down manufacturer DownTek has added even more partners, some…
For all you ultralight hiking or fast and light alpine enthusiasts, the latest craze in…
For Fall 2013, The North Face will introduce three new insulation technologies throughout their winter…
Filled with 850+ loft Ultra-Dry Down and packing down to the size of a grapefruit, the new Sea to Summit Spark ups the game for minimalist sleeping bags. With one of the best warmth to weight ratios out there, the Spark is sure to become a hit with thru hikers, adventure racers, and others of the fast and light set.
Almost every outdoor brand has made or is making the move towards water-repellent down in one form or another. L.L.Bean has teamed up with down supplier Down Decor to use their water-resistant DownTek treated down in a line of ultralight down jackets and coats. I have been wearing the Ultralight 850 Down Jacket non-stop this winter for everything from cold rainy walks with Lola to ice climbing in Montana and Colorado.