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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...

  So where's our April 15th take  back ???  As we write out the inevitable to the US TREASURY check ...thoughts wandered+wondered... why not. ..as USA becomes a nation of renters (not home owners who get a slew of write-offs)... ...there seem to be more pet owners than parents of little humans these days...-accordingly-vet bills, adoption fees at shelters---all ripe for Congressional mandated tax benefits that would garner support across party lines and show Americans that their federal elected officials can unite on something . Fur babies are way more than just pets-so it is inevitable that there are companies ready to cater to owner needs-as cats and dogs are as catered/cared for- as all beloved family members should be. In our inbox... From  EVINE Live  "... a purrrrrr-fect new collection that any cat lovers would give nine lives for; Whiskers-n-Wigs. A majestic line of modern wigs designed specifically for the feline ...

Serious patent background here...we had a nice chat with Abominable Labs '  CEO-Jack Cornelius that didn't venture too far above our pay grade level. This ABOM goggle for snow sports types-available in six colors and 4 lens options (interchangeable)-is really a breakthrough for no fog protection. Easy to operate- the ABOM is comfy -light, fits faces with 3 layer foam -thermal formed-with impact protection, and with just one press of the button-the thin (REALLY) film transparent heater (that's hooks up to a usb rechargeable power source)-built into the lense- heats up the surface to slightly warmer than dew point-that prevents condensation. Think of it like a car rear window defroster...All waterproof electrical connectors of course. No wonder the Defense Dept. came a' calling. Abominable Labs game changing tech-no fog goggles-NOT anti-fog fyi. Powered by KLAIR™technology...thin film transparent heater actually built into the lens...works like a rear defr...

NYC... Poc Sports-sunglasses ($150-$260) and road bike helmets come in perky colors...as well as the basics If industrial designer icon Yves Béhar designed bicycle accessories...the wonderful results would probably look a lot like the offerings from two Euro based companies, POC Sports (Sweden) and Fabric  Cycling (UK). Both brands are completely new to us -making the serious eye candy helmets and bike seats we saw some of the freshest new 'stuff' seen this season. Fewer vents that are longer/wider-and Coolbest padding very notice-able difference-larger open surface area in front combines with unique interior for increased air flow---so - POC Octal road bike helmets deliver optimal ventilation and more protective ride -with more coverage+ protection and temples+back of the head. EPS liner is strategically thicker in most exposed areas + is covered by PVC shell. Ultra-light-under 200 grams (size M CE version)-comfy+adjustable. Plus eye garage so sunglasses fit corr...

Athletic people never stop doing something that gets heart beats going-whether indoors or most likely outdoors-as thrill seekers and endurance athletes put up with the cold. …BECAUSE-it is too much effort to get into that kind of fitness shape…so it's not worth it to totally lose that low level of body fat. Plus-FUN. Pretty easy to please these individuals----always needing something or losing something-and there's  always an "upgrade" available. Nowadays-retailers off and online are offering a wide assortment of helmets, gloves, and eyewear- for all budgets. we have quite a few only right hand gloves-it's like socks-where do the pairs go??? From REI an assortment of warm mittens and gloves…keeping digits toasty with synthetic polyfill  insulation and wrist straps/ gaiters keep cold/snow out…reflective pops on moisture wicking gloves for runners,. Lobster mittens (far right $49.50)-stretchy nylon shell w/ waterproof inserts, goat skin leather palms ...

DC SNOWBOARDING, ROXY, QUIKSILVER, ROXY Quicksilver Travis Rice Polar Pillow Jacket-upper left (details below)…on right +middle=DC Snowboarding jackets/pants/boots featuring Travis Rice Signature Model snowboard boot in middle black w/ red pop-most techy of DC's boots-Boa closure w/ H3 Collar Reel-w/ Boa black aces, SuperFabric™for durability+performance, anatomical 3D tongue shape, Aerotech Ventilation System™ moisture wicking for dryer/warmer feet, internal ankle harness w/ locking system, snow performance insole, Unilite+rubber outsole-durable, lightweight and shock absorbing, =comfort+durable, and shorter Peary SPT middle-lower right for snowboard park-more like the flex/soft boots we learned in- back in 1990-w/ Cordura tongue +collar (padded w/ foam), reinforced toe cap+heel counter, welted construction, stacked EVA midsole, all terrain rubber outsole, quilt stitching detail, internal tongue gussets, metal eyelets and hooks. Jacket on right part of new City Series--Tick is ...