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via GIPHY source marywinkler.devianart.com Rugged types or in need of creature comforts...no matter the man---here's a bunch of want-its gifts for the Dads (or grads) who get outdoors ... Part One YETI, PELICAN, SOG, KLYMIT YETI's legendary coolers downsize and lighten up with this handsome Hopper  soft cooler (several sizes) made of waterproof /leakproof DRYHIDE™Shell-resists mildew/punctures, inside liner FDA food grade a-ok, Coldwell Insulation™closed cell rubber foam keeps contents cool. Sleek looking too. Pictured with accessory attachment-multi-tool  Molle Zinger  and Yeti Bottle Key...on the Hitchpoint™ Grid can't put a dent (practically) in these handy TRAVEL Tumblers by hauler specialists PELICAN-all fit into 99% of cup holders...come in 22oz and 32oz sizes for big gulpers. High polished 18/8 BPA free stainless steel, copper plated inner wall  and vacuum insulation-keeps liquids hot or cold, comes with spill resistant slide lid. 5 color op...

To have and to haul-the best durable big lightweight backpacks and duffels for any road (or rail). via GIPHY source reddit.com Made from the rugged material reminds us of sail clothes....Dyneema® Cuben Fiber-non-woven ripstop composite laminate is the primary material...in an eye candy collection by Hyperlite Mountaingear that easily wears well off the trail...  "stripped down high performance." Waterproof, insanely light, high chemical, water and uv resistant minimalist gear made in the USA too. Backpacks of several sizes including WINDRIDER , $340-$375-with three external mesh pockets, YKK zipper and Dyneema®Hardline shoulder straps w/ ⅜"closed cell foam and spacer mesh-¼" foam back panel, Dyneema®Hardline zippered pockets on hip belt, ice axe loop, and compression system with  roll top closure system with 4 top Y-strap compression and side compression straps, adjustable sternum strap, plus a hydro port and internal mesh hydro sleeve.

WEAR SAFE ALERT, NITE IZE, SAFE STEPS via GIPHY source: http://gifovea.tumblr.com Adventures abroad, biking afar, hiking nearby, solo workers-interactwith strangers -or- for kids/elderly on their own...people now have choices for electronic safety monitoring systems...that rely on satellites as notification system.  Inspired by a horrific home invasion, the brains behind this affordable safety alert system crafted an easy to use -finger size WEARSAFE TAG-device-pictured above-on the left-that pairs with a smartphone/notepad...and when engaged, can send out an emergency signal to the smartphones-with the WearSafe download-able app- of up to 12 people, The monitoring service-$5/month - $60 a year-is better than other systems out there-that send alerts to Emergency workers only-(often resulting in false-unnecessary actions), WearSafe allows those contacted to hear what's going on too-for a minute prior to an event-and after an alert goes out. Benefits among many-allow...

GORE-TEX®, LYCRA® Organic Cotton-Recycled Plastic, OrthoLite, Polygiene Favored apparel labels of  Millennials -includes hybrid athlete- athleisure brands...which imo...implies a casual lifestyle AND clued in consumers -reading the info mandated on labels...like listing country of origin (manufacturing), garment care, fiber content and other finishings/treatments. Just like reading the ingredients label on foods/liquids...savvy customers demand transparency. Hangtags that hang with those of the maker- usually adds to a garment's caché...and  helps explain the prices commanded by premium products-in apparel and footwear. Some of the most common that we see... Gore-Tex ® was the first lightweight waterproof/breathable membrane addition to our winter wardrobe ...back in the 80s. Their GTX appearance on hiking and winter boots=game changer. via GIPHY source imgur.com Today there are many Gore-Tex fabrics with varying degrees of windproof/waterproof/breathable-from pro...

GEAR for outdoors-for mountain/lakes to ocean locales...Part 2 TENKARA USA, BOLLÉ Goggles, ThermaCELL Heated Insoles, YAKTRAX-BOA, RENOUN SKIS, OTTERBOX "I'm a going fishing...too..." TENKARA USA  "only a rod, line & fly" (no reel) embraces the Japanese traditional method if fly-fishing that uses 'only' the aforementioned -simplicity, precise casting-for those with skills (noted) using only the truly essentials...thereby making this fast growing way to spend time-much more accessible to backpackers as well as anglers anywhere. Daniel W. Galhardo-founder-leading light of TENKARA USA -shows the telescoping design (portable) of this rod-allows for much longer lengths than typical western rod...but it's fly-fishing-not cane-pole fishing... The One Knot-for all level line and tippet connections keeper holds two tenkara lines or tenkara line and snippet-pictured with a fly secured onto one of the notches Tenkara Strap P...

Camo Selections:  Fjallraven, Bergans of Norway, Chaos, Carhatt, Mountain Khakis, Project, Smith Optics, Strong Volt, Ariat, Pakems, Sperry, Wolverine  OR/SLC Outdoor Retailer -encompassed the hunting bunch once again---though to a lesser extent then the Shots show--- but still very present- as camo prints have always been popular... in either the licensed form (Real Tree, Mossy Oak, Multi-Cam-military)...or increasingly-in creative interpretations thereof-like we see in the NYC subway... middle schooler...rockin' blue/grey/black camo print with pop of green. Bonus points...a notebook and pen How popular is this print nowadays? Major fashion writers gushed about the new Army camo...we doubt that spend their off hours at target practice... camo skinny jeans...black/grey/blue LRG top-not strictly camo-but inspired by-love this by Lifted Research Group-skateboard tinged lifestyle brand  Some Highlights: Fjäjräven jacket  Scandina...

SLC/Outdoor Retailer Active travelers and city strollers haul their gear in Swedish brand,  FJÄLLRÄVEN känken (backpacks)---with greater frequency than ever---from what we can see ---just by looking at fellow subway passengers.  Made using the durable G-1000® fabrication ---the carry-all is joined by other kinds of backpacks and haulers this season-  in the usual and new seasonal colors-in a variety of sizes….aimed at expedition goers and more casual toters. HIGHLIGHTS: KAJKA JR-tough 6000D Nylon 20L size good for kids-ergonomic shoulder straps,  supportive hip belt, wide side pockets, inside safety pocket-as a reflective pops…in black, UN Blue or Go Red KAJKA JR in UN Blue…good size for women too... RUCKSACK No. 21 for adults in sizes large-medium-small (30L-20L-15L)-and now a Mini 8L version for kids... made from G-1000® HeavyDuty-iPad/tablet holder inside with padded bottom like these leather trims and bottom-security pocket and thermos h...

NYC...Backbone Media Showcase/Westerlind Outdoor  Sandham Hat-white  extra wide brim, neck+ear protection-specially welded water ditch in front-diverts water away, adjustable chin flap, polyester lining How fitting that our latest obsessed with label new to us label-we saw 2x in one week. WHAT: Grundéns is a heritage brand---founded in 1911 in a stormy climate locale ( Grundsen ) -on the left coast of Sweden.  Waterproof/weather tough attire that literally could be life-saving for  fisherman as they earn a living... Grundens' collection-crafted from textiles and forward thinking treatments- has evolved over the decades -including the embrace of PVC coated fabrics for the most professional outerwear worthy ever-aka the kind that withstands "...   standing under a fire hose hour after hour..."  DESIGN: The aforementioned watery deluge ...probably not gonna happen-for most people---but imo-Grundens incredibly trend-on rugged jackets, pant...