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OSPREY PACKS, CAMELBAK, SEIRUS, SLINGFIN,  Why does it seem like all our our gear -seems outdated...maybe because it is! Gifts for those heading outdoors-no matter the pace...always appreciated especially when this new stuff is just so cool. via GIPHY SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT Hydration Systems from name brands Osprey and Camelbak-for  day hikers-trail running ultra-marathoners-and bikers...boast bounce free sips-and a lot of them. OSPREY --hydration  compartment accessed handy dual zip-inside  dedicated compartment/band prevents reservoir from sloshing around..on hip belt-more compartments provide super easy access plus hip belt-zip compartment is handy and shift the weigh. Reflective pops...NOTE Duro 15 (pictured $140) and Dura-are gender specific-available early  2017

via GIPHY source:tumblr.com Summer sandy vistas or idyllic mountain views...both environments beg for durable outdoor gear, gadgets and human attire...that matches the heat, keeps out the undesirable elements...and even for die hard only wear black NYers... adds some color fun -for under the sun. KEEP A LID ON IT ...keep it cold too-fun colors for insulated drinks from GSI Outdoors: our favs-in the middle... Fairshare  Mug (hybrid mug -bowl) $10.95 with a screw top lid and sturdy handle, and Infinity Backpacker Mug-17oz made of durable, non-leaching 100% recyclable Infinity polypropylene with insulated sleeve-$9.95-far right dazzling color o p ti o ns (12!!!!) in all sizes of insulated 18/8 pro grade stainless steel, BPA free, durable sweat free powder coat finish-with TempShield™ protection= bottles-including sports and flex cap carry choices (for hydration, coffee), wide mouth options, plus the super cool growlers (beer portage made easy) by HydroF lask. h...

OR/SLC-NYC So mutes made of the PANTONE colors of the year...esp. 2016s---but we didn't see much evidence of any of those choices...from outdoors-fitnes companies Spring '16 offerings.  Assume fast fashion delivering those= pale rose quartz and serenity blue shades with their efforts-like H&M Sport. Some tonal highlights: ORANGE-in see me bright, toasty burnt, pretty pale... Icebreaker WHITE SIERRA -Trabagon Color Blocked  (and also offers a solid orange) Rain Shell-w/ Teflon® fabric protection, waterproof and fully seam taped, chin guard, adjustable hood, waterproof secure front pockets, back yoke w/ mesh venting, adjustable cuffs, one hand quick draw hem, new flavor-from GU  Energy Gel-SALTED CARAMEL FUROSHIKI wrapped upper on Vibram outsole-sophisticated Asian style...reminds us of Japanese designer  Issye Miyake UTNE Short-stretchy-with plenty of rockets, quick drying...belt loops always help! in pumpkin/dandelion BERGAN...

PART 2 Campers with limited provisions or all the space -ever -all NEED c lean-safe drinking water   ... and several sized portable purifying systems-are on the market, affordably...taking the guess work out of should we, or shouldn't... LifeStraw® filters started out offering an ultralight, backpack friendly straw water filter for easy safe drinking on the go, anywhere...and now has a high volume MISSION purifier with advanced ultra filtration membrane w/ a 0.02 micron pore size removing virtually all virus, bacteria and protozoa---filters up to 4750 gallons of water-as pictured above...every purchase ensures a child in Africa is provided with safe drinking water for a year. WIN WIN. LIFESTRAW Mission  $199.95 hangs from a tree...or wherever---roll-top dry bag has shoulder strap for ez carry and has fill marker windows to see water level ZEROWATER is sold in loads of mass merch places-including Target, Walmart---makes water pitches and these handy po...

Portable Water + Light Options-Outdoor Sports' Essential from Camelbak®, Nathan Sports, Black Diamond, MPG, Sombrio, Nalgene, Nite Ize, Stanley, Rove Colder days mean new gear to make those long outdoor hours-comfortable and safe. From CamelBak® -new Arête™ 18"(11oz) and 22"(16oz)-ultimate peak bagging pack combines a reservoir sleeve and highly compressible-super light hydration pack-that's also reversible to transform into a reservoir sleeve to stash in backpacks for longer treks...or travels. CamelBak® Arête™reversed---reservoir sleeve 'side' for longer treks---can use it as a daypack for the summit...airmesh harness with removable sternum strap 2 in one functionality-CamelBak® Arête™ 18" -$65 -in 5 color options, 22"-$80- in 3-made of 240D ripstop nylon- available January 2016-  Covered by the CamelBak Got Your Bak Lifetime Guarantee  pretty roomy...enough space for day trips and travel... CamelBak® Arêt...

When it comes to comfort-outdoor enthusiasts and urban cyclists depend on carrying around necessities-in a practical matter-whether it be water, fitness trackers, or laptops and other personal electronics. NATHANS Sport is dedicated to keeping athletes hydrated…and offers scores of portable vest and handheld options for ergonomically carrying…plus more Spring 2015 selections to carry personal electronics -for devices that need to be paired up with music laden smartphones. SonicBoom mount…soft non-chafing ergo straps-securely around arm…holds smartphones, moisture wicking material-and reflective pop.  Also available SonicGrip fully adjustable hand strap and thumbhole for running with smartphone. Different sizes available VaporAiress $150-over the shoulder load lifters, body mapped to breath  Hydration Vests by Nathan Sports…are cleverly designed for easy transport…and there are several "Choose Your Adventure" options available-including unisex and gend...