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SLC/UT Part 10 Digital and 3D printing advances ---pump up visual fabrics and materials- enlivening footwear, athletic/outdoor apparel and gear for S/S 2015. One way to refresh carry-over items from prior seasons…spraying on the splashy and subtle visible treatments can also quickly grab eyeballs when introducing new products. Bold Graphics--Footwear/Gear Déja vu all over again-there were scores of prints with antecedents dating back to indigenous tribal designs, the early 20th century Cubist, Color Block and Optic Art movements of Picasso, Donald Judd and Vasarely , the 60's explosive Pop Art era …right up to 80's graphic designs by 'underground/graffiti/tattoo legends like Keith Haring ,  Sailor Jerry, and the Italian Memphis Art group. CAT® Footwear COLLAB with UK based   CAMILLE WALALA -deliver these fab shoes… strappy silver metallic leather slides on great patterned footbed for S/S 2015. A style that elevates the hippy staple now worthy of hipsters. ...

SIA/Denver words/images Judith Ecochard Since we first reviewed 180's ---the company has really gone in a major direction to keep warm (or cool-see review from last show )--- other parts of humans-other than their ears and hands...for year round coverage. Women's Pinnacle Midweight Running Jacket MSRP $85-QuantumHeat locted in neck, cuffs, pocket lining and underarms, 180 Accessory systems will fasten to other 180 neckwear and headwear for superior warmth, wind/water resistant protection, adjustable collar, reflective details for visibility Intro'ed at OR---the proprietary QuantumHeat Thermal performance technology apparel (ships mid August 2012)--- inventively wisks moisture away -"100% of seat every two seconds"---captures body heat for retention and "magnifies light into heat from any light source increasing your overall warmth..."---which sounds very amazing...like that Schoeller energear™fabric that captures infrared rays. N...

WHAT TO WEAR & EAT/DRINK/GEAR/STUFF words/images Judith Ecochard Though what constitutes an " endurance " sport is relative -one person's sprint is another person's 70.3 Ironman... We think there are some universal truths that can help anyone achieve their PB (personal best). Socks seem soooo basic-but can make the difference between comfort and sheer misery (every finish a race with a blister-ugh!!!). For longer distances-like half marathons and up-we ditch the sockless racing flats and opt for the cushioning of our regular Newton running shoes-and the moisture wicking running socks by Dahlgren 's-made with the proprietary ECO-Dri™/alpaca/merino wool combo-that regulates our feets' heat/sweat...and fit perfectly. Worth the $15.95! Cooler temps now- mean a selective addition of layers -and the fingerless gloves, gaiters and multi-functional snoods (circular tubes of fabric, fyi)-made out of techy moisture management CoolMax® fabric -with...