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Hydration Systems KEEP2GO Personal storage containers are ideal fororganizing and protecting small items during travel.TSA approved sizes. SMARTUBE: Hydration madeeasy. Turn bottled water containers and Nalgenebottles into effective and inexpensive hydrationsystems. No bladders to main-tain. SmarTube fits mostbottled water, Nalgene andsport drink containers. New pricing. 800-335-0260www.axisoutdoor.com. OR Booth #’s 18033 & 59014

Smart Outerwear for Smart TravelersExOfficio’s goal hasalways been to keepadventure travelersand outdoor enthusi-asts comfortable andprotected. The newAdventure Seeker jackets andvests for men and women are moisture wicking, odor resistant and quick drying. Dri-release and FreshGuard technologies help protect while providing thelevel of comfort you desire. OR Booth# 15027.www.exofficio.com

Performance Meets SustainabilityBeyond creating outfit-ting solutions thatendure, we are continu-ally on the search forinnovative, eco-friendlyfabrics. ExOfficio intro-duces the SoyLux Scoopto the eco-conscious line.Made from soy fiber, these pieces are naturally odorand bacteria resistant, wrinkle resistant, and wickmoisture. The new SoyLux line includes a soy andcashmere blend for added comfort and performance.OR Booth# 15027. www.exofficio.com

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ARTICA Series SnowshoesEaston, a top name in sporting equipment, brings younew ARTICA Series Snowshoes. ARTICA Snowshoes’ergonomic design provides comfort and energy-conser-vation with every step. Each Easton snowshoe startswith a USA-built aerospace alloy two-piece frame thatarticulates and flexes for a more natural step on uneventerrain. ARTICA comes in three performance levels:Trail, Hike, and Backcountry. Phone 801-539-1400.www.eastonsnowshoes.com

Granger’sWaterproofingGRANGER’S: “ORIGINALPERFORMANCE RESTORED”©PROVEN performance leader incleaners and waterproofing forfootwear, outerwear and gear.EFFECTIVE, easy-to-use, TESTEDSAFE for you and environment.High concentration fabric clean-ers and waterproofing treatmentsare an excellent value. Visit ourbooth to get the straight scoop

on our ‘safe’ formulations. www.axisoutdoor.com,800-335-0260. OR Booth #’s 18033 & 59014

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BAFFIN MAKES THE BEST EXTREME WEATHERBOOTS IN THE WORLD, NO QUESTIONS ASKED!

Trek to the poles and theconditions are the most

extreme you can imagine. No other boot comes close tothe track record of Baffin,

nor comes close to its performance.

Visit us at www.baffin.com and OR Booth #22041

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Made from WINDSTOPPER® Insulated Shell fabric, itoffers complete wind protection, maximum breatha-bility and lightweight high-loft insulation for seri-ous warmth. The 650-fill, high-purity down pre-serves heat and retains loft over the long haul, whilea removable powder skirt, zip-off hood and mesh-lined underarm zippers add function when skiing.

This jacket offers maximum soft shell protection withits precision fit and zip-off hood. WINDSTOPPER®Soft Shell fabric with Next to Skin technologycompletely blocks wind and resists water, while wick-ing sweat and moisture away from your skin. Angel-Wing Movement™ allows for a full range of motionand reinforced shoulders and elbows add durability.

This Mountain Hardwear Mynx Jacket has rib cuffsand one-handed drawcords to help seal out theelements. Its WINDSTOPPER® laminate completelyblocks wind, but still allows sweat vapor to easilyescape. The flattering shaping makes this women-specific jacket a must have!

The Bridgedale collection of women’s ski and snow-board socks feature strategically placed padding, offer-ing a complete range of socks to fill a variety of fit andwarmth needs. The WoolFusion blend of Merino Woolis warm and durable. Anatomically sculpted and sizedfor women so socks stay in place.

The new Radium ski mountaineering boot features 4-buckle support, Dynafit®-compatibility, and Garmont’snew foot-cradling overlap design. The a.d.d.™ Wrapfollows the contours of the foot and ankle more closelythan other tongue-type designs for the best downhillperformance with a smooth, progressive, responsive flex.

Life-Link pres-ents the firstwomen’s-specificpo l e co l l e c t iondesigned for advancedalpine, Telemark andbackcountry skiers. Theergonomic grips are sized forsmaller hands, while shorterlengths save weight. Aluminumupper and Carbon lower hold securewith Life-Link’s patented Oval-Locking-System and adjust via friction gripzones. Includes ski and trekking baskets.

Made f rom ourfamous heavy-weight 24 oz.100% MackinawWool. This simple,classic design

allows complete freedom of movement and great insu-lation. Filson has been producing wool outerwear for111 years and we are committed to outfitting womenwho are passionate about the outdoors. Set-up anappointment with us at OR to view our new women’sline. Booth #15019. 800-624-0201. www.filson.com

Challenge the elements

BridgedaleWoolFusion

Socks

Garmont Radium

This jacket has four-way stretch for added

comfort during anyactivity. Made from WIND-

STOPPER® Soft Shell fabric,this jacket is comfortable against the skin and wicksmoisture with astonishing efficiency, sending it outthrough the highly breathable WINDSTOPPER®membrane, never to return. It boasts a slim-fittinghood that can be worn underneath a helmet.

The Matador Jacket by Arc’Teryx was built to keepyou comfortable during cold and dry conditions. Itshighly breathable WINDSTOPPER® Insulated Shellfabric completely blocks wind, and its added insula-tion ensures you stay warm even when the mercurydrops. Features include numerous pockets, anadjustable powder skirt and a Recco® reflector

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CloudveilDownPatrol

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Mountain HardwearTransition

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Soft Shell

MountainHardwear MynxWINDSTOPPER®

TechnicalFleece Jacket

New FilsonWomen’s Mackinaw Wool Vest

Women’sSki Poles

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New MICROspikes™This durable slip-on traction system is easy to use,stays securely in place on any footwear, and providessolid traction on ice and snow. High strength stain-less steel spikes and solid shoe harness are designedfor long lasting performance. Satisfaction guaran-teed. $59. www.kahtoola.com • 866-330-8030

ALPINEMERINO

No seams at a l l ! This super elastic seam-

less bonding glove isextremely comfortableand guarantees a perfectgrip-feeling. The gloveis made of a 4-layer

material which is Softshelloutside, in the middle awater repellent and breath-

able c_change membrane anda heat insulation ISOPREN. The

inner layer is a Merino wool mix which makes theglove warm and cozy to wear. Especially developedfor alpine skiers. 100% breathable, 100% waterproof.

HORNY TOAD IS COMING OUT OF THE CLOSET!For the Fall 2008 season, we’ve got jackets for bothmen and women made from a combination of mate-rials that are both street savvy and mountain ready;herringbone tweeds, sherpa fleece, down, and evena new twist on a bonded nylon and cotton wovenshell fabric. Men’s Robuck, suggested retail $180.

The Isis Rhondajacke t i s theperfect combina-

tion of high performance and beautiful style. ThisDuetH20™ stretch softshell cut with an asymmetricalzipper and faux fur hood also features a 2-way frontzip with storm flap and an internal mesh pocket forcell phone or iPod®. In five warm colors.

“Leave Your Gloves On” with the “Cyberian SideRelease Buckle” family. The Cyberian SR is easy toopen with gloves on, and engineered to clear snowand ice to prevent jamming. Available in 20 mmsingle, dual, latchcam, ladderloc, and 25 mm dualSR. Visit OR Booth #38063 for samples.

Squishy Bowls™Backpacker Editor’s Choice 2007 Award winner!! GuyotDesigns silicone Squishy Bowls™ are collapsible for easypacking, yet made to retain their shape, these bowlsare perfect for hot and cold foods on-the-go. Temperatureresistant to 400˚F. Easy clean-up—just turn them insideout and lick them clean.

SOULOThe new Hilleberg Soulo is a one-person Dome Tentperfect for any and all adventures. Fully free standing—including an integrated vestibule—the double wall, all-season Soulo offers over 21 ft2 of interior roominess,is robust enough for full expedition use, yet has asub-4 pound minimum weight. www.hilleberg.com

The special bladderin the unique patent-pending H2Orizontal™ hydra-tion system can be used across all Inov-8™ hydrationpacks and is easily accessed from the external backflap opening. No more emptying your pack to fill upthe bladder! The bladder positioning around thelumbar region creates a lower center of gravity andadds stability reducing water movement. (Shown:Pro Pack 18 liters/1100 cubic inches: 16.5 ounces).www.inov-8.com

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PICARIDIN SPRAYSawyer® Premium InsectRepellent 20% Picaridin Spray

• NEW—Sawyer®—20%Picaridin Spray!

• Will Not Harm Gear &Equipment

• Long Lasting Protection—Up to 8 Hours Protectionfrom mosquitoes, ticks,biting flies, gnats, chiggersand fleas

• Odorless after application

The largest breakthrough for compasses in decades!Now the most vital and historically fragile part of thecompass, the capsule, is the most durable! Come seehow K&R has revolutionized the old compass, andis ready to revolutionize your margins. Learn more,and even download a full product catalog atwww.KandRusa.com.

The OverBoard Pro-Sports MP3 Player Case provides4-season protection with its completely waterproof,snow-proof, and mud-proof flexible case. And theavailable waterproof headphones remove all activ-ity boundaries to your jam sessions. Fits almostevery iPod—including the new touch and classic.Visit www.ROCgearWholesale.com or call 678-318-1370 for more info.

A warm, soft andelegantly styledsweater, ready forwinter action. Acombination of 100% recycled and boiled wool fabric,2 zippered front hand pockets, thumbholes, contraststitching, rib knit cuffs and hem, and flat-lock construc-tion. Available for Fall 2008.

Tackle the roughest terrain! Introducing the NewBalance 840 trail runner. Extremely durable, light-weight and versatile, the 840 offers outstandingperformance on the trails. Equipped with an aggres-sive tread, this trail runner is sure to get you throughyour run in one piece. Check out the shoe’s inspira-tion with the different clock towers on the tongue.

Marmot’s premierfour-way stretch,welded softshelljacket, designedfor extreme foulweather and allmounta in enduses. Windproof, water resistant and breathable,designed to fit over a light layer with PitZips™, aninside zip pocket and interior e-pocket. Availablefor Fall 2008.

www.redledge.com

Don’t let its alluring style foolyou. Underneath its sublimelook lies a wealth of tech-nical features includingwaterproof/breath-able fabric, fullytaped seams, remov-able powder skirt andhood, core-venting pitzips, zoned fleece inte-rior, and shock insulatedmedia pockets. The RelicParka fully transcendsthe lines of fashion andtechnicality.

Continuing their tradition of delivering style and func-tionality, Ryders Eyewear unveils the Tread. Combiningwide temples, metal inserts and aggressive stylingwith sport technology, Ryders has once again deliv-ered the high value package that consumers havecome to expect. All for under $40! Visit OR Booth#59084 to check out the rest of the 2008 styles.

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NALGENE® Travel KitsCompatible with New Security Guidelines. Each of theitems in this full assortment of leakproof, durablecontainers offers the compact size and low-volumecapacity now required by the Transportation SecurityAdministration (TSA).

Genesis Jacket#8058

Women’s IsaFull Zip Hoody

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At only 1.6 ounces andfree of satellites andsubscriptions, the TracMe

Ch 1 trail radio signal transmits every 15 seconds,continuously, for up to 7 days after it is activated.Packaged with a dashboard card, users still prepare,pack and inform before heading out on a trail. Only$149.95. www.TracMe.com. Visit ORWM Booth 59111.

Thinsulate™ Insulation with recycled fibers iscomposed of unique microfibers that help keep youcomfortably warm without the bulk of down. Itcontains 50% (± 3%) recycled polyester fibers madefrom post-consumer waste. The recycled fibers comefrom things like soda and water bottles, helping togive new life to resources that might otherwise bewasted. Thinsulate insulation with recycled fibers isa positive step toward a more sustainable environ-ment that uses fewer resources and discards lesswaste. OR Booth #37061

The Timberland Hypertrail Leather Mid with Gore-TexXCR is a fastpacking boot made from premium leatherand highly breathable air mesh with Gore-Tex XCRmembrane to keep feet dry in wet conditions. A climb-ing-grade rubber toe guard provides added durabilityand abrasion resistance, while an exclusive Vibramoutsole provides traction on varied terrain. It will beavailable in fall 2008 for men and women, at asuggested retail price of $125.

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Designed in collab-oration with TheNorth Face® moun-taineering athletes,the Mammatus is the

premier waterproof, breathable hard shell built specif-ically for alpine climbing. It combines Gore-Tex® ProShell with a durable, feature-laden construction toachieve pinnacle performance from base camp tosummit. www.thenorthface.com

CHINSCRAPERImagine a mountain ridge so steep that your chingrazes the trail ahead. Enter the Chinscraper, a break-through in endurance running. A soft shell upper fendsoff the elements, the Thrust Chassis™ provides asupportive ride, and the underfoot Snake Plate™thwarts debris. Revolutionary protection and perform-ance over the long haul. www.thenorthface.com

A seam-sealed design with awaterproof YKK™ ‘zipper venting

system’ which allows air to circulate through the meshinterior for coolness and comfort. Complete with asuper absorbent sweatband, a 3M™ reflective hatbandthat helps increase your visibility at dusk and night—in all weather conditions.

X marks the spot for a greatmeal outdoors. It’s a bowl, it’s a plate, it’s a cuttingboard! The XBowl and XPlate are durable silicone-nylon hybrids that hold hot food to 300F. Collapsibleand lightweight at 2.8/3.8 ozs each, the XBowl nestsflat inside the XPlate’s 0.5-inch profile. Four fun colorsmark the spot for a great meal outdoors. At $14.95 and$16.95 MSRP, find them in Booth 3043 at the OutdoorRetailer Winter Market or SeatoSummit.com.

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MAMMATUS

Waterproof Hat

Help parents pack more than a lunch to prepare anew adventurer. Only 1.6 ounces, it’s the easiest,most affordable locator beacon for kids to use—all they need to know is to pull the yellow partdown if they are lost. Great for scouting and activ-ity groups, family hikes or school outings.www.TracMe.com. Visit ORWM Booth 59111.

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