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Psychedelic colors-skate-street influences KREIG CLIMBING ...chalk bags Croakies ...60s RULE-acid rock, peace signs, tie dye swirls...artisan belts are fun Artist created -thematic patterns- Flower Power, Water Nation, Dreamland, True Love, Treehouse, Bamboo, One World, Spirit Desert, Peace (signature)- SAK ROOTS haulers-shoulder bags, backpacks, convertibles, rollers, zipped pouches. wallets, shoes, accessories and rain boots-prints are amazing -on durable tough fabric, leather trims...make a statement when traveling--- SAK ROOTS  Asian motifs...for the cool guys.. ROARK REVIVAL carries on that ON THE ROAD-tradition with a "Strange Daze In A Hanoi Haze---Vietnam inspired separates...  exotic florals - native plants and transporting scenery-wonderfully rendered in sun faded tones. Well Done...even less the gonzo journalist inspiration. Poppy Dreams in RED...vibrant green and red field of poppies of Son La province-jacket on the reverse...picture...

 SCHOELLER®, PRIMALOFT®, GORE-TEX-C KNIT™ Backer Technology SLC/OR Design tweaks are smart updates to performance wear----even the retro look finds favor- but it's the new school tricked out fabrics and textile treatments that offer lighter, more comfy, easier care and more efficient climate management - rendering garment/gears from a few years back---JUST so old. HIGHLIGHTS: Schoeller -a Euro company has always embraced the greener way to offer cutting edge functionalities ---notably in its water repelling/mud-breathable ECOREPEL® finish that's fluorocarbon free, wash permanent (not true of some competitors, fyi---esp. after laundering), and highly resistant to abrasion-that apparel pieces for active types- get subjected to. Bluesign® certified schoeller naturetec -moisture efficient-heat retention in wool tweed print…uses muesling-free merino wool New---thought these featherweight-silky feeling wool blends+textiles with Schoeller techy treatments---availab...

only men's tops+bibs fyi… PLUS bib has silicone grippers-made of breathable fabric- flat lock seams, reflective pops, top has 3 back pockets including a zip one+a water repellent pocket .   SCOTT  and Schoeller ---really made a breakthrough with this new- IDT ProTec cycle top/bibs -that we saw last August (2014).  Claiming to be tear/abrasion resistant for cyclists taking a spill-when cruising up to 30mph…and tested by real guys…though we assume they didn't intentionally crash-the material that is strategically placed on top's shoulders and bib's sides-will spare skin some serious healing time...our only thumbs down reaction-is its men sizes only. Knit carbon yarns (for resistance strength+anti-bacterial) and ceramic prints-that feel good next to skin-the schoeller® inserts on in sides of bibs and shoulders of top-that honeycomb looking print protect skin vs abrasion from asphalt grey interior is brushed feeling imo-fabric with IDT ProTec technol...

CORDURA®, SCHOELLER®, ITG™ Global, 37.5™... STYLE and performance…fabrics used determine both attributes…and every season…we are amazed with textile developments that will EVEN MORE efficiently regulate body temps (breathable, moisture wicking), monitor personal functions (i.e. heart rate via embedded fibers/chips-more on that after the upcoming International CES), fluorocarbon-free treatments or natural sources (merino wool. Tencel recycled poly, bamboo, hemp, organic cotton)-that protect vs the elements in four seasons without chemical toxicity in the production mix, easy cleaning (eco too)-with durability-in a lightweight package with great next to skin feel-all to be delivered in apparel- that fits -for people to wear on many occasions/settings. Highlights from fav labels ---that use stand-out fabrics …including a lot of recycled and organic fibers… Urban tech (Nau) -bike to work (or hike along trails-subway platforms)-in attire-that will look chic worn in any city-including...