Supplies/Gear

Supplies/Gear

Crazy Creek’s New Hex 2.0 Chairs are Their Lightest and Most Packable

by Outdoor Hub February 12, 2012
Crazy Creek’s New Hex 2.0 Chairs are Their Lightest and Most Packable

Red Lodge, MT– Crazy Creek’s New HEX 2.0 family of chairs is designed with outstanding materials and features for lightweight comfort and durability in camp, at the beach, or on a hike.           Crazy Creek HEX 2.0 Chairs offer numerous features: 8mm high-density cored EVA foam is insulating and comfortable without [...]

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White Sierra Kalgoorlie Named a “World’s Best Shirt” by Backpacker Magazine

by Outdoor Hub February 7, 2012
White Sierra Kalgoorlie Named a “World’s Best Shirt” by Backpacker Magazine

White Sierra Inc., an outdoor apparel brand dedicated to delivering performance apparel at value prices, today announced that its Men’s Kalgoorlie Shirt is called out as one of the “World’s Best Shirts” in the March issue of Backpacker Magazine. The article summary states, “Essential gear for every far-flung adventure, a hiking tee that does it [...]

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Streamlight Introduces Sidewinder Compact II

by Outdoor Hub February 2, 2012
Streamlight Introduces Sidewinder Compact II

Streamlight® Inc., a leading provider of high-performance lighting tools, has introduced the hands-free Sidewinder Compact® II, an ultra-compact tactical light that delivers multiple functions from four LED light colors, intensity levels, and strobe. The versatile new light also can operate from a single CR123 lithium, AA Alkaline, or AA Lithium battery, giving users the flexibility [...]

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A Walk in Bogs Boots

by Travis Outdoors February 1, 2012
A Walk in Bogs Boots

Most hunters will agree that comfortable and reliable boots are a must when you are spending all day in the woods. I am a huge believer in this. Cold feet on the stand can result in a miserable and short sit and when the action is hot in the woods this can be a huge [...]

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Jetboil Announces New European Distribution Partners

by Outdoor Hub February 1, 2012
Jetboil Announces New European Distribution Partners

Jetboil Incorporated, the leading innovator and manufacturer of revolutionary outdoor cooking systems is pleased to announce new partnerships with Burton McCall Ltd. in the United Kingdom and INVIA Sportartikelvertriebs GmbH in Germany and Austria for the distribution of Jetboil products and support for it’s growing brand. The announcement is effective immediately for Germany and Austria, [...]

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Brunton “Get Back” a Great Piece of Gear

by The Desert Rat January 31, 2012
Brunton “Get Back” a Great Piece of Gear

I’d like to thank Kim Cahalan of Media Direct and the folks at Brunton for supplying me one of these units to review. I’m not typically a “GPS Guy” and for the past couple of years have carried around the base model ETrex and used it mostly to mark simple way-points. You can read the [...]

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Goal Zero Nomad 13.5 Solar Panel, Sherpa 50 Power Pack and Universal Inverter

by Ed Johnson January 25, 2012
Goal Zero Nomad 13.5 Solar Panel, Sherpa 50 Power Pack and Universal Inverter

Solar Power Anywhere With as much time as I spend outdoors, I have always wondered why there were not any portable and dependable solar devices that I could rely on to charge my cell phone. Before new technology, my cell phone and laptop were really the only devices I depended on to gather and send [...]

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High Peak USA Introduces Latitude Sleeping Bags for Fall 2012

by Outdoor Hub January 25, 2012
High Peak USA Introduces Latitude Sleeping Bags for Fall 2012

High Peak USA, provider of high quality camping, hiking and outdoor gear, announces the addition of the Latitude sleeping bag series. Introduced under High Peak’s Alpinizmo label, the Latitude sleeping bag is the ultimate in tech bags with a high performance liner that helps regulate body temperature, and is lightweight. The Latitude series will be [...]

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APALS All Purpose Adhesive Light Strip

by Outdoor Hub January 23, 2012
APALS All Purpose Adhesive Light Strip

Brite-Strike Technologies is the established innovator of tactical lighting solutions and tools for police, military and civilian operators. For 2012, Brite-Strike introduces the APALS – All Purpose Adhesive Light Strip 10 PACK. The new unique patent pending crush proof flex-pack developed by Brite-Strike eliminates accidental activation, the biggest problem with chemical light sticks. Developed for [...]

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Crazy Creek Introduces Fun, New Animal Tracks Chair

by Outdoor Hub January 22, 2012

Crazy Creek is pleased to announce the introduction of their latest Original Chair print – Animal Tracks. This unique chair features 39 different anatomically accurate footprints of North American creatures ‘great and small’ from grizzly bear to pika. Among other animals included are wolf and fox, moose and caribou, bobcat and mountain lion, great blue heron [...]

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CORDURA Fabric Featured in New Ultra Light Gear from Sea to Summit

by Outdoor Hub January 18, 2012
CORDURA Fabric Featured in New Ultra Light Gear from Sea to Summit

To continue catering to outdoor enthusiasts seeking lightweight yet durable solutions, Sea to Summit has introduced the Ultra-Sil Folding Bucket, Ultra-Sil Kitchen Sink and Ultra-Sil View Dry Sacks – all constructed with durable siliconized CORDURA Ultralite fabric for optimal strength-to-weight ratio. Available in Spring 2012, these products are built for easy transport and bring convenience [...]

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Sierra Designs Hires Outdoor Industry Veteran Michael Glavin to Newly Created Vice President and Brand Manager Position

by Outdoor Hub January 16, 2012

Sierra Designs, long time manufacturer of innovative backcountry equipment and apparel, has hired outdoor industry veteran Michael Glavin to the recently created vice president and brand manager position. Reflecting a bigger commitment to brand growth and success, Sierra Designs added the new VP and brand manager position to enhance the brand’s strategic direction, product planning, [...]

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Liquid Solution Launches Two New Eco-Friendly Hydration Products

by Outdoor Hub January 12, 2012
Liquid Solution Launches Two New Eco-Friendly Hydration Products

 Liquid Solution, a division of Pacific Cornetta, has created two new earth-friendly products that will be available in spring 2012.  Both will launch at Outdoor Retailer Winter Market in January. “We have seen an increased demand from our consumers and the marketplace for beverageware that is not only functional but that meets a high degree [...]

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Multisport Journeys Expands Kids’ Offerings for Tiny Tots and Up

by Outdoor Hub January 11, 2012
Multisport Journeys Expands Kids’ Offerings for Tiny Tots and Up

Encouraging an early start to an active lifestyle, Multisport Journeys, LLC (MSJ) introduces an expanded line of pint-sized performance apparel for kids. MSJ now offers an extensive line of customizable kids apparel for babies, toddlers, youth and teens. From infant onesies to kindergarten sized t-shirts and girly teen tees, performance wicking tees, polo shirts, hoodies, [...]

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Tenzing Introduces Industry’s Most Innovative and Complete Hunters’ Pack Lineup

by Outdoor Hub January 10, 2012
Tenzing Introduces Industry’s Most Innovative and Complete Hunters’ Pack Lineup

Tenzing is a new line of high-tech, high performance packs engineered to enable hunters to go farther, stay longer, and carry incredible loads in and even bigger ones back out. Plano Vice President of Marketing Bryan Emrich and other Tenzing officials introduced the brand today at the Archery Trade Association (ATA) trade show, giving the [...]

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Never Buy Batteries Again with Solio’s new CLIP-MINI

by Outdoor Hub January 10, 2012
Never Buy Batteries Again with Solio’s new CLIP-MINI

Solio, leading developer of hand-held battery packs and solar chargers, announces the launch of the CLIP-MINI, the first in a series of rechargeable lighting products from the innovative brand. The CLIP-MINI allows users to harness the clean energy of the sun or optionally the wall, to keep light burning all through the night. With the [...]

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Vasque Taku GTX chosen as Men’s Health Toughest Boot

by Outdoor Hub January 9, 2012
Vasque Taku GTX chosen as Men’s Health Toughest Boot

Vasque footwear is excited to announce that Men’s Health has chosen the Taku GTX as its toughest boot. Men’s Health tested multiple boots for durability, comfort, value and style and the Taku GTX scored well in all categories. “We are not surprised that the Taku GTX beat out competitors as winner of Men’s Health toughest boot,” says Chris Miller, Vasque Sales Manager. “This boot, [...]

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Eagles Nest Outfitters to Launch Retail and College Brand Ambassador

by Outdoor Hub January 9, 2012
Eagles Nest Outfitters to Launch Retail and College Brand Ambassador

Eagles Nest Outfitters (ENO), creators of nomadic outdoor and travel gear, is pleased to announce the launch of its Brand Ambassador Program that will hit campus and retail shops early next year. The program is a one-of-a-kind grassroots marketing initiative that will provide tremendous opportunity for boosting brand recognition on a college level, drive traffic and [...]

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Thetford Expands Sales Team With New Account Manager

by Outdoor Hub January 9, 2012
Thetford Expands Sales Team With New Account Manager

To keep up with increasing sales demands, Thetford Corp. is expanding its sales force with a new account manager.  Sean Quick joins the team with a territory of Michigan. Quick was promoted internally to the position from Thetford’s customer service and technical support departments.  He has 14 years of successful experience in sales management in [...]

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Never Worry About Dented Pots Again with this Collapsible Paper Pot

by Outdoor Hub January 8, 2012
Never Worry About Dented Pots Again with this Collapsible Paper Pot

If you are the type of camper who hates scrapping burnt dinner off your dented pots (me) because of somebody’s poor cooking skills (mine) then you might be interested in the Hexa Pot. The Hexa Pot is a collapsible pot made from a special non-toxic waterproofing multi-ply paper material to prevent liquid from leaking out or [...]

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