What's New
New Outdoor Gear for 2001:
CLOTHING
Today, great clothes to wear in the outdoors are abundant. Technology
in fibers have changed dramatically and most outdoor companies
are so fashion conscious, that outdoor clothes brands are worn
by individuals who don't even venture off the sidewalk. In fact,
the active, outdoor look is a key style for the new Millennium
(even if you're a couch potato).
Nike/ACG. Nike announced that they are extending
their "All Conditions" Line to the beach. Nike said
it will give its customers fresh "All Conditions" wear
starting next spring in the form of a new performance-based apparel
line built for the "amphibious" warm weather outdoor
ACG customer. Nike said ACG is committed to providing the outdoor
athlete with gear that is fresh, relevant, and high performance
even if their playground is not the mountain or desert… but
the water. Watch for this cool stuff this spring.
Columbia Sportswear. Columbia's sportswear offers
a diverse collection of apparel designed for a variety of outdoor
activities. They have fabrics that won't wrinkle when you wad
them up in your pack, and fabrics that wick away moisture from
your skin to keep you warm in cold temperatures and cool in hot
temps. They have apparel and outerwear for any outdoor activity,
including: camping, hiking, adventure, travel, hunting or fishing.
They offer so many new looks and fabric that you just have to
go to the store to see and feel.
I thought the Columbia Outfitter Vest and the bib overalls with
convertible pant to shorts were especially cool for young women.
Columbia was among the first to recognize that females love to
fish as much as the guys and developed a special line of fishing
clothes just for gals. One of the many new styles available for
guys are the UJUSTYME Short with a toggle drawstring at the leg.
Another new item from Columbia this year is their SPF 30 shirt
with vented holes that protects from the sun. Columbia said a
wet T-shirt transmits 95% of the sun and with a growing amount
of skin cancer, you might want to be a little more protected.
Horny Toad. Horny Toad's slogan is "Every day
is an adventure." Horny Toad representative Lisa Raleigh
said, "We love adventures both big and small. In fact, some
of the most adventurous spirits we know are the folks able to
find passion and enthusiasm and wonder in everyday movements.
Therefore, our clothes represent this feeling." She said
that Horny Toad is well known for its fleece and that they pay
attention to detail both in style and from a technical standpoint.
The most popular style for gals is the Euroshag Box Canyon style.
They also have a selection of shirts and slacks in wrinkle free
fabric.
Lowe Alpine. Lowe Alpine says your outwear is your
first line of defense against all the naughty things Mother Nature
likes to throw at you. If it doesn't perform, you won't either.
According to Andrew Kelly, Lowe Alpine's Triple Point Ceramic
outerwear pieces are the next generation of waterproof and breathable
products designed to keep you dry, comfortable and protected.
Lowe Alpline also offers base layer pieces with Dryflo wicking
ability in three different textures…marl, striped, and ribbed
textures.
Photo courtesy Woolrich.
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Woolrich. From its tradition of functional, performance-oriented
products, Woolrich introduced a new innovation in natural fabric,
TechnoWool. This fabric offers thermoregulation and moisture control
in a tight fabric construction. TechnoWool creates a barrier effect
against the elements, making the fabric less permeable to air
and enhancing wool's natural ability to repel water.
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