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GIFTS GRADS (and DADS) -Backpacks/Luggage -Adventures

Part 2: Backpacks/Luggage-for the experiences of life's adventures For grads (or dads) ready to take off for distant shores...or finally moving all the stuff out of their parents' houses/apartments...multi-functional---versatile haulers that are tough, durable---are just the right size for overhead compartments (who wants to check it???) via GIPHY source reddit.com ... or human backs ! how cool is this... GOAL ZERO integrated seamless NOMAD 7 solar panel built into this Gregory Baltoro 75 GZ backpack...$429. The lid is magnetic FLIP 10 battery-and the pack itself has loads of practical features-like a wide U zip panel access, integrated rain cover, sleeping bag compartment with removable divider, removable shock locks for poles etc, and a Weather shield pocket, 2 side mounted zip compartments and side water bottle holder Granite Gear- reticu-lite collection -durable carry-alls have articulated  die-cut foam pattern that minimizes weight-made of repelaweave...

TRAVEL BAGS/BACKPACKS City/Trail/Beach

Whether travel destinations are a metro stop at an urban beach, a do it in a day packed dirt hike, or a leisurely cobble stone stroll... smaller niche brands of carry-alls deliver multi-task haulers for summer  get-aways. via GIPHY (source YouTube.com) COTOPAXI repurposes quality remnant material scraps for these fab colorful daypacks...unique, durable and affordable. LUZON DEL DIA 18L Backpack (11oz)  GRANITE GEAR aka Go Where You Gotta Go water tough urban slick RIFT-2 packs (26L, 32L) come with Gear-Tec tricot lined padded personal electronics sleeve. Rift-2 RIFT-2 pretty cool looking -and like all Granite Gear backpacks...center of gravity of the pack is ideal features include Rift Tab Quick access main compartment, barrier zipper tricot lined pocket for valuables,  heavy duty tarpaulin material, compression molded back panel, high density EVA foam shoulder harness, multi-pocket organizer, hydration ready port-3 color options. FJÄLLRÄVE...

GRANITE GEAR GOES TO SCHOOL BARRIER BACKPACKS Campus- Fall 2014

WITH  multi-functional tactical ready and outdoor-ready haulers-Granite Gear majors in  hardcore backpacks for terra firma + watery outings… Now with infusions of know how from different aspects of the industry, the Minneapolis based company has launched a new Campus-Barrier backpack collection  ($34.99-$79.99) for the back to school crowd-that embraces the top of the line tech features from the outdoor collection-and applies that to more urban pursuits. Smart. Features of the CAMPUS- Barrier Backpack bunch: Durable Repelaweave fabrics for weather tough hauling, abrasion and water resistant tarpaulin fabric- bottom shell,  water repellent zippers, Gear Tech laptop/tablet sleeves- padded zones, tricot lined electronics pocket for Smartphones/MP3s, and importantly-ergonomic construction - back panels with lumbar support, breathable load absorbing shoulder harnesses and load stabling sternum straps, and load bearing waist belts---plus depending on style-m...

Outdoor Retailer-Apparel, Footwear, Gear Color Trends/Fall/Winter 2014/15

New England (NEOS) overshoes -waterproof---big hit giveaway- at Demo Day.  Lightweight, durable, ez on/off. Tough nylon upper Outdoor Retailer/SLC-Part 8 tread on/high traction---non insulated and insulated versions-with removable EVA insoles Carhartt -work to weekend wear -performance fabrics and linings quilted flannel lining-orange standard human here visibility shade. Men's and women's. The winter edition of OR---always takes place after the even bigger SHOT Show® in Las Vegas…so it wasn't the reason we noticed more camo---as in modern hunting patterns of Realtree/MossyOak/Mothwing (etc) this year. Core4Elements -men's jackets, hoodys, pants have performance wear features in options for all sorts of weather conditions…lightweight warmth and heavier insulation, moisture wicking, waterproof/resistant, as well as design details like stretch +anti-microbial materials, pit zips/mesh lining for venting, seamed...