Again it has been hard to choose what to include and what not to but here is part 2. In the next few weeks and months we will be writing more gear reviews as well on article on the essentials for many activities.
First off the Cirrus Jacket from Brooks-Range. This jacket is lightweight and packable. It is filled with PrimaLoft and constructed with a breathable, wind and water resistant 15 Denier ripstop Pertex shell that is DWR- treated for water-resistance. Two side zippers enable the wearer to regulate ventilation and body temperature. The side zips also allow access for harnesses and to other garments. Features an insulated hand warmer “kangaroo style” pocket, as well as hook and loop closures on hem and cuffs. Available with or without a
hood; colors: red, blue, and black; sizes S-XL; MSRP $199.00 (with hood), $179.00 (no hood).
Brooks-Range Multi-Functional Plier – A Brooks-Range exclusive design, this extremely lightweight tool can do it all. It includes a serrated knife; six screwdriver bits including an 1/8th inch Allen Wrench, #3 Posi for bindings and T20 Torx for DynaFit bindings; a four-size wrench, bottle opener, and pliers. Made of the highest grade stainless steel and aluminum for maximum strength and feather weight, this tool is an essential for any backcountry adventurer. Weight: 6 oz.; Size: 4” (folded). MSRP: $79.95
Next are a couple new products from Eureka. They have came out with two new products to help with a good nights sleep: The Dualis sleeping pad and the DualTemp sleeping bag.
The new Dualis sleeping pads combine the convenience of a self-inflating mattress with the comfort of a air tube mattress. “Our patent-pending Dualis Technology used in our new sleeping pads creates a multi-chamber sleeping pad combining the cushioning and thermal resistance of a self-inflating pad with the comfort, support and compactness of an air tube mattress,” said Mark Hrubant, brand director for Eureka! tents. “It provides outdoor enthusiasts with a truly comfortable air mattress option for a good night’s sleep under the stars.”
The Dualis ST offers patent-pending Dualis Technology that combines the performance of an air tube pad on the top with a self-inflating mattress on the bottom for the comfort of a home mattress in a compact size for the outdoors. Each sleep pad has thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) laminated soft-touch anti-slip fabric on the air tube chamber and durable anti-slip 150D polyester oxford ripstop with TPU lamination as the ground fabric, offering durability and slip-resistance.
• Dualis ST Regular – six tubes, 1.2/2.8” foam tube thickness, 72” x 20”, 2 lbs. 14 oz.; Retail: $89.90
• Dualis ST Long – seven tubes, 2.0/2.8” foam tube thickness, 78” x 25”, 4 lbs. 14 oz.; Retail: $119.90
The DualTemp performance bags feature a 60D polyester ripstop shell, Eureka!’s proprietary Rteq insulation and a trapezoidal foot box construction. The hybrid-rectangular design features contoured shoulders and a tapered lower leg section with generous width through the chest and hips to maximize performance while maintaining comfort. Each bag has “peached” polyester liner fabric that is super-soft and feels warm to the touch, a top draw cord, an internal pocket, hang loops and a compression stuff sack.
“Our DualTemp bags were designed for the camper who appreciates performance but doesn’t want to compromise when it comes to comfort,” said Rob Marcello, Eureka! sleeping bag product manager. “By creating a bag that offers varying amounts of loft we are providing consumers with added versatility for changing outdoor conditions or end user preferences.”
• DualTemp 10/30 Regular (72” x 33” x 26.5”): 3 lbs 15 oz. Retail: $99.90.
• DualTemp 10/30 Long (78” x 33” x 26.5”): 4lbs. 4 oz., Retail: $109.90.
• DualTemp 20/40 Regular (72” x 33” x 26.5”): 3 lbs 6 oz. Retail: $89.90.
• DualTemp 20/40 Long (78” x 33” x 26.5”): 3 lbs 11 oz. Retail: $99.90.