2015 Gear Highlights

Posted On
Jun 14, 2015
Category
Gear

The Outdoor Utah Adventure Guide's annual review of the year's new gear.

 

The North Face ThermoBall Hybrid Jacket
The North Face ThermoBall™ Hybrid jacket provides core warmth with lightweight stretch TNF™ Apex Aerobic shell side and sleeve panels for increased breathability. Active fit / 15D nylon ripstop with ThermoBall™ / Drop hood with bound opening / Secure-zip hand pockets / internal elastic hem and bound cuffs / Stowable in hand pocket. $180 TheNorthFace.com
 
The Osprey Kids Jet Pack provides trail dedicated features and functions in a youth sized pack including Osprey's AirScape™ backpanel and built in reservoir sleeve. For outdoor enthusiasts with lots of pockets for kids to stash whatever. $50 OspreyPacks.com
The Osprey Kids Jet Pack provides trail dedicated features and functions in a youth sized pack including Osprey's AirScape™ backpanel and built in reservoir sleeve. For outdoor enthusiasts with lots of pockets for kids to stash whatever. $50 OspreyPacks.com
 
Patagonia's All Free Jacket is built from a light, stretchy and comfortable soft shell fabric with hoody-style handwarmer pockets that disappear under a harness. The soft-yet-durable polyester stretch-woven fabric has a DWR finish minimalist features. Flat-cinch, no-bunch hem adjusts. $129 patagonia.com
Patagonia's All Free Jacket is built from a light, stretchy and comfortable soft shell fabric with hoody-style handwarmer pockets that disappear under a harness. The soft-yet-durable polyester stretch-woven fabric has a DWR finish minimalist features. Flat-cinch, no-bunch hem adjusts. $129 patagonia.com
 
Thule Covert DSLR Rolltop Backpack. A versatile necessity for the urban explorer's photo equipment and personal gear. SafeZone removable camera pod system with dual density padded bottom. Origami-inspired divider system folds around the smallest to largest pieces of gear for custom fit and protection. Fits up to prosumer DSLR body with attached ultra-wide-angle lens. Customizable storage (2 lenses, flash) $200 thule.com
Thule Covert DSLR Rolltop Backpack. A versatile necessity for the urban explorer's photo equipment and personal gear. SafeZone removable camera pod system with dual density padded bottom. Origami-inspired divider system folds around the smallest to largest pieces of gear for custom fit and protection. Fits up to prosumer DSLR body with attached ultra-wide-angle lens. Customizable storage (2 lenses, flash) $200 thule.com
 
Revo Phoenix Sunglasses were engineered by NASCAR driver, Danica Patrick — comfortable, well designed, high performing, modern aviator shape, distinct yet discreet textured metal accents. Polarized lens works for whatever path is before you. Even if it's not a NASCAR track! $279 Revo.com
Revo Phoenix Sunglasses were engineered by NASCAR driver, Danica Patrick — comfortable, well designed, high performing, modern aviator shape, distinct yet discreet textured metal accents. Polarized lens works for whatever path is before you. Even if it's not a NASCAR track! $279 Revo.com
 
The Mount Tam Air Mesh features Ahnu's Numentum® Hike platform that provides stability and comfort hitting the trails or city walking. The breathable mesh upper allows feet to stay cool and dry in warmer weather. The Spider Rubber outsole provides traction in all environments. $110 ahnu.com
The Mount Tam Air Mesh features Ahnu's Numentum® Hike platform that provides stability and comfort hitting the trails or city walking. The breathable mesh upper allows feet to stay cool and dry in warmer weather. The Spider Rubber outsole provides traction in all environments. $110 ahnu.com
 
Mountain Khakis new Cruiser Collection — pants and shorts that are functional and flattering. 91% Nylon/ 9% Spandex, Cruisers are great for adventure, great for travel, and great for adventure travel: lightweight, quick drying and packable. Pants $95. Shorts $75 Mountainkhakis.com
Mountain Khakis new Cruiser Collection — pants and shorts that are functional and flattering. 91% Nylon/ 9% Spandex, Cruisers are great for adventure, great for travel, and great for adventure travel: lightweight, quick drying and packable. Pants $95. Shorts $75 Mountainkhakis.com
 
Black Diamond Wiz Kid Harness built to provide young rock scramblers with the comfort, ventilation and durability of BD's adult harnesses, the Wiz Kid is for the next generation of vertical athletes. $50 BlackDiamondEquipment.com
Black Diamond Wiz Kid Harness built to provide young rock scramblers with the comfort, ventilation and durability of BD's adult harnesses, the Wiz Kid is for the next generation of vertical athletes. $50 BlackDiamondEquipment.com
 
Slide the FlameStower into your fire and your electronics charge magically! The heat from the fire converts into electricity to power your electronics. Charge while you're brewing coffee in the morn or roasting marshmallows in the eve. $90 flamestower.com
Slide the FlameStower into your fire and your electronics charge magically! The heat from the fire converts into electricity to power your electronics. Charge while you're brewing coffee in the morn or roasting marshmallows in the eve. $90 flamestower.com
 
From Native Eyewear, the Hardtop Ultra features the innovative N3™ polarized lens that blocks up to four times more infrared light than regular polarized lenses. With UV protection up to 400nm, and by significantly reducing blue light and selectively filtering UV, the N3™ gives high contrast, crisp definition, and peak visual acuity. $129 nativeeyewear.com
From Native Eyewear, the Hardtop Ultra features the innovative N3™ polarized lens that blocks up to four times more infrared light than regular polarized lenses. With UV protection up to 400nm, and by significantly reducing blue light and selectively filtering UV, the N3™ gives high contrast, crisp definition, and peak visual acuity. $129 nativeeyewear.com
 
The three season Big Agnes Rocky Peak 4 is a free-standing, car camping tent featuring the integrated mtnGLO tent light technology. The waterproof, lightweight LED lights emit just the right amount of light. A full rain fly. Generous floor space sleeps four. Rocky Peak 4 — $350. Entertainment Center Loft clips on and holds your tablet. $50 BigAgnes.com
The three season Big Agnes Rocky Peak 4 is a free-standing, car camping tent featuring the integrated mtnGLO tent light technology. The waterproof, lightweight LED lights emit just the right amount of light. A full rain fly. Generous floor space sleeps four. Rocky Peak 4 — $350. Entertainment Center Loft clips on and holds your tablet. $50 BigAgnes.com
 
The Inhaler GTX Mid with GORE-TEX® from Vasque offers breathability and comfort without compromising stability. Vasque Vibram® Pneumatic outsole and Megagrip rubber gives hikers significant traction while providing comfort and protection. Men's & women's $160 Vasque.com
The Inhaler GTX Mid with GORE-TEX® from Vasque offers breathability and comfort without compromising stability. Vasque Vibram® xxPneumatic outsole and Megagrip rubber gives hikers significant traction while providing comfort and protection. Men's & women's $160 Vasque.com
 
The new Maltese Falcon from Five Ten is for the all-mountain rider. A performance shoe that crosses over into enduro. The lightweight upper repels water and dries overnight, even wet and muddy. The soles are STEALTH S1 rubber for optimal friction and durability. $140 FiveTen.com
The new Maltese Falcon from Five Ten is for the all-mountain rider. A performance shoe that crosses over into enduro. The lightweight upper repels water and dries overnight, even wet and muddy. The soles are STEALTH S1 rubber for optimal friction and durability. $140 FiveTen.com
For cool spring and autumn days the HyBridge Lite Jacket by Canada Goose leverages the insulating qualities of down while ensuring mobility. Flexible fabric along its sides suited for both active wear and layering. Tensile-Tech inserts located at the sides and underarms for added comfort. Packs into exterior left hand pocket. $495 canada-goose.com
For cool spring and autumn days the HyBridge Lite Jacket by Canada Goose leverages the insulating qualities of down while ensuring mobility. Flexible fabric along its sides suited for both active wear and layering. Tensile-Tech inserts located at the sides and underarms for added comfort. Packs into exterior left hand pocket. $495 canada-goose.com
 
RinseKit is like having a garden hose at the beach, trailhead or camp. No pumping or batteries, fills in 20 seconds, storing water pressure from a household spigot. Portable cleanup for wetsuits, surfboards, bikes, kids, pets - anything adventure gets dirty. Lightweight, durable and easy to use. $90 RinseKit.com
RinseKit is like having a garden hose at the beach, trailhead or camp. No pumping or batteries, fills in 20 seconds, storing water pressure from a household spigot. Portable cleanup for wetsuits, surfboards, bikes, kids, pets - anything adventure gets dirty. Lightweight, durable and easy to use. $90 RinseKit.com
Built for convenience and versatility, the tray-style Yakima FourPlay Hitch Rack carries four bikes of all shapes and sizes, including fat bikes and women-specific frames, and converts to a two-bike carrier in seconds. Low tray height makes for easy loading. Folds up when not in use. $499 Yakima.com
Built for convenience and versatility, the tray-style Yakima FourPlay Hitch Rack carries four bikes of all shapes and sizes, including fat bikes and women-specific frames, and converts to a two-bike carrier in seconds. Low tray height makes for easy loading. Folds up when not in use. $499 Yakima.com
The Petzl Portage 30L backpack is designed for canyoneering hikes where potholes or swimming may be encountered. 30 liter volume and is made of TPU (PVC-free) abrasion resistant material with a welded construction that provides greater strength. Padded shoulder straps and molded handles ensure comfort. The bag has a specially designed pocket for storing the waistbelt in narrow slots. $137 Petzl.com
The Petzl Portage 30L backpack is designed for canyoneering hikes where potholes or swimming may be encountered. 30 liter volume and is made of TPU (PVC-free) abrasion resistant material with a welded construction that provides greater strength. Padded shoulder straps and molded handles ensure comfort. The bag has a specially designed pocket for storing the waistbelt in narrow slots. $137 Petzl.com
 
When facing changing conditions the Kelty Dualist 34°F Sleeping Bag offers high performance in wet and dry environments with ThermaDri™ insulation. A hybrid construction combines water repellent DriDown™ fill near the shell and ThermaPro™ synthetic by your body, for versatility that keeps heat in and water out. Even if the weather forecast is dead wrong, this bag has all the right stuff. $110 Kelty.com
When facing changing conditions the Kelty Dualist 34°F Sleeping Bag offers high performance in wet and dry environments with ThermaDri™ insulation. A hybrid construction combines water repellent DriDown™ fill near the shell and ThermaPro™ synthetic by your body, for versatility that keeps heat in and water out. Even if the weather forecast is dead wrong, this bag has all the right stuff. $110 Kelty.com
 
The SGG oar from Cataract Oars is engineered and fabricated with aerospace materials and technologies to outperform the competition. Designed to flex like wood, it offers a snappy rebound that rowers love, while offering considerably more strength than wood. The SGG's composite material weighs forty percent less than aluminum, yet boast twice aluminum's breaking strength. Available in seven colors, six lengths and with three blade options. From $135.00 cataractoars.com
The SGG oar from Cataract Oars is engineered and fabricated with aerospace materials and technologies to outperform the competition. Designed to flex like wood, it offers a snappy rebound that rowers love, while offering considerably more strength than wood. The SGG's composite material weighs forty percent less than aluminum, yet boast twice aluminum's breaking strength. Available in seven colors, six lengths and with three blade options. From $135.00 cataractoars.com
 
For hiking, camping & backpacking with your dog, Adventure Medical's Me & My Dog™ Kit provides both master & pet medical solutions. The kit includes The Comprehensive Guide to Wilderness & Travel Medicine, a field manual for pet first aid and a Survive Outdoors Longer Emergency Blanket and other first aid essentials. $50. AdventureMedicalKits.com
For hiking, camping & backpacking with your dog, Adventure Medical's Me & My Dog™ Kit provides both master & pet medical solutions. The kit includes The Comprehensive Guide to Wilderness & Travel Medicine, a field manual for pet first aid and a Survive Outdoors Longer Emergency Blanket and other first aid essentials. $50. AdventureMedicalKits.com
The Camelbak Pursuit™ keeps the weight (and the sweat) off your back thanks to a lumbar reservoir and suspended mesh back panels. The reservoir stores your hydration near your hips for greater stability on the trail, and the mesh NV panels keep your back cool and ventilated no matter how rugged the climb. Forget about your load and focus on the trail ahead. $150 Camelbak.com
The Camelbak Pursuit™ keeps the weight (and the sweat) off your back thanks to a lumbar reservoir and suspended mesh back panels. The reservoir stores your hydration near your hips for greater stability on the trail, and the mesh NV panels keep your back cool and ventilated no matter how rugged the climb. Forget about your load and focus on the trail ahead. $150 Camelbak.com
Foldable cuffs accent the slim fit and tapered leg of the prAna Kara Jean. Soft stretch denim is 79% organic cotton, and has grown into such a favorite over the years that it's branched out into other items. Take your pick from a variety of spring colors. $85 prana.com
Foldable cuffs accent the slim fit and tapered leg of the prAna Kara Jean. Soft stretch denim is 79% organic cotton, and has grown into such a favorite over the years that it's branched out into other items. Take your pick from a variety of spring colors. $85 prana.com
Switch Sunglasses, the world's first patented magnetic interchange lens system introduces the Pathfinder from the Multisport Collection. Switch premium lenses stay in place when subjected to the intense jarring of climbing, kayaking, running or mountain biking. Nylon frames include two sets of lenses—one set polarized for bright light and one set of non-polarized, rose-tinted for low light. $159 Switchvision.com​
Switch Sunglasses, the world's first patented magnetic interchange lens system introduces the Pathfinder from the Multisport Collection. Switch premium lenses stay in place when subjected to the intense jarring of climbing, kayaking, running or mountain biking. Nylon frames include two sets of lenses—one set polarized for bright light and one set of non-polarized, rose-tinted for low light. $159 Switchvision.com
 
POCsports Trabec is a well-ventilated in-mold bike helmet that combines function and performance. The helmet is designed to provide more coverage and additional protection of the temples and back of the head. The inner EPS core, reinforced with aramid filaments, is tough and resilient and the outer PC shell is constructed with the seams located in the areas of least exposure. Eight colors, three sizes. $150 POCsports.com
POCsports Trabec is a well-ventilated in-mold bike helmet that combines function and performance. The helmet is designed to provide more coverage and additional protection of the temples and back of the head. The inner EPS core, reinforced with aramid filaments, is tough and resilient and the outer PC shell is constructed with the seams located in the areas of least exposure. Eight colors, three sizes. $150 POCsports.com
During exertion activities and when rainwear is necessary, the Sierra Designs Ultralight Pack Trench offers unique physical venting to keep you more comfortable. A pack-compatible, long jacket designed to keep your hips dry, the pockets are accessible wearing a pack. Zip vents allow air-flow for ventilation. $149 SierraDesigns.com
During exertion activities and when rainwear is necessary, the Sierra Designs Ultralight Pack Trench offers unique physical venting to keep you more comfortable. A pack-compatible, long jacket designed to keep your hips dry, the pockets are accessible wearing a pack. Zip vents allow air-flow for ventilation. $149 SierraDesigns.com
The DoubleNest Hammock is a small, light and packable travel hammock complete with aluminum wiregate carabiners ready for any adventure – whether it be to the beaches of Rio De Janeiro or the jungles of Costa Rica. It's crafted from 70D nylon that is breathable and soft on the skin, awesome for muggy days in the heat of summer and super durable for rugged hikes. It sets up in seconds, packs down to the size of a large grapefruit and weighs about the same as one too - 19 oz. They're also available in a great selection of colors, making it easy to stand out or blend in with your surroundings as much as you want to. $69.95
The DoubleNest Hammock is a small, light and packable travel hammock complete with aluminum wiregate carabiners ready for any adventure – whether it be to the beaches of Rio De Janeiro or the jungles of Costa Rica. It's crafted from 70D nylon that is breathable and soft on the skin, awesome for muggy days in the heat of summer and super durable for rugged hikes. It sets up in seconds, packs down to the size of a large grapefruit and weighs about the same as one too - 19 oz. They're also available in a great selection of colors, making it easy to stand out or blend in with your surroundings as much as you want to. $69.95 eaglesnestoutfittersinc.com
  

 

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