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BOLLÉ Goggles-Zeal Optics-HD Camera Tech Goggle 2013

Shapes vary but wide field of vision-guaranteed. Plus Helmet compatible for snug fit without the gap Outdoor Retailer/SLC+NYC Lens materials , new technologies and manufacturing methods has made goggles, protective, performing, and stylish...delivering a piece of performance equipment that can costs just as much as the skis or the boards. Gravity-really see the snow-...via Modulator lenses-for state of the art high contrast, light reactive lens changes tints depending on light conditions..more UV light exposed-the darker the lens BOLLÉ's lightweight, durable and optically precise, UV blocking goggles-come in several models-some more tricked out then others-but all boasting anti-scratch, anti-fog properties and styles that give clear views of the terrain, comfortably. There's a lot of lens technology in every Bollé goggle...including the Carbo Glas® anti scratch out lenses sheathed in a protective armor, and P80 Plus anti-fog layer embedded in the inner lens tha...

GRANITE GEAR-NEW DAY BACKPACKS+CANOE /PORTAGE PACKS Fall 2013

Outdoor Retailer/SLC Granite Gear 's collection of technical day packs---have two new smaller sized additions for Fall 2013...the Athabasca 24 and the Kahiltna 29. Athabasca  24-large front mesh pocket nice detail stuff a warm layer in for ez access Both super stable haulers sport the acclaimed Vapor Daylight Suspension back panel-that's molded with air channel to vent heat away from the back-that aids evaporate sweat powers---without moving the pack off the proper center of gravity ---away from the back. Kahiltna  29-huge front pocket unzips all around w/ organizer inside PLUS: Contoured shoulder straps with handy mesh pockets, a sternum strap and load lifter straps for stability-something that like every other person we see with a backpack in the subways could def use-we wince especially when we see kids loaded up and already stooped over to balance out the weight.... side mesh pockets roomy-water bottle size, hip belt pockets, hip stabilizer straps-on a ...

WOLVERINE Rugged Outdoor Footwear Fall 2013

Outdoor Retailer/SLC Wolverine , the 130 years old shoe brand---part of the giant Wolverine Worldwide company--- has seen significant growth this past year---as its workhorse, work and outdoor collections- and the push into the high-end lifestyle category of kicks-with welt stitching, top end leathers and hand finished details---all clearly doing well (lifestyle shoes review in a latter post). Pulsar-Gore-Tex® Trail Hiker-waterproof membrane, Vibram® rubber lug outsole w/ performance arch stabilizers, Ortholite® footbed w/ performance arch support+X-40 Fore-part energy pod, compression molded EVA midsole, mesh upper w/ stabilizing PU overlays $160 We started off our preview with the Rugged Outdoor collection---embedded with the proprietary Wolverine ICS™ system---an easy pop-out/pop-in disc in the heel that one can turn---to dial up firm-more soft comfort. It's also in the work boots category... Wolverine delivers weather tough, durable shoes at affordable prices (ra...