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Patagoniaintroduces new The Dare2b SS09Range Craghoppers launch SS09
product
arrives footwear
This A/W 08 Patagonia are topping the recycled agenda Craghoppers have finally
with an industry first in producing the first ever recyclable done it. Admittedly it’s
nylon jacket! taken a few years of
The Shelter Stone is Patagonia’s most durable and serious contemplation
stormproof three-layer jacket of which can also be and extensive R&D before they
recycled through Patagonia’s Common Threads Recycling were ready to present their footwear
Programme. collection to the world, but that’s the crag’s way – if a
So while everyone else’s attention remains on organic thing’s worth doing it’s worth doing brilliantly!
cotton, why not trust a brand that has been producing Taking travel as their starting point, they’ve designed
organic cotton for over 30 years and whose goal is to have and engineered a range of shoes that are lightweight,
their entire collection produced from recycled products by New ranges, new fabric comfortable, practical and resilient – and with all of the
the next decade! technologies and new performance features you’d expect from a fully fledged
The outdoor specialists have also colourways all mean that Craghoppers original. The uppers vary in style and
introduced two further Dare2b has their materials but cushioned, shock-
products to their already- strongest summer range absorbent and reassuringly grippy
strong product line-up. yet. soles underpin all models.
First up is the The Altitude range is For men - the Commute
Ascensionist soft shell, and perfect for all mountain Travel shoe is made from
the company states that activities whether you're biking, trail running, tumbled leather with
this is their most water- canyoneering or even base jumping, we've got the gear Aquadry waterproof and
resistant soft-shell, which that will do the job with you. It's all you need to fight off breathable sealed leather
has a fast dry time and the elements and keep the sweat monsters tamed. construction.
extreme breathability for full-on Even in the summer it's not all about topping up the The Adventure version of this shoe features Ion Mask
alpine climbing and skiing tan, the weather can turn nasty in an instant. So fight the enhancement for improved waterproofing and
performance. war against Mother Nature armed with Dare2b's secret breathability – it’s constructed from an inspired union of
Features: weapons, the breathable, lightweight waterproof and nubuck and mesh that provides a lightweight option
* Dense polyester stretch- windproof shells! You can keep them packed away until without compromising on comfort and support.
double weave is the weather pixies strike and they're guaranteed to keep The Tropic provides more support and protection than
exceptionally water-and you cool and dry too, so you can reign victorious all day a sandal but with it’s open construction and mesh panels
wind-resistant and is long on the mountain and have a well earned drink to for breathability, it manages to hit just the right balance.
spandex-free for fast celebrate in the bar. Because men don’t have the monopoly on adventures,
drying times When it comes to the Attitude range, it's not just about Craghoppers have designed a travel shoe for women too.
* Stitch free, lap-glued seams speed dry time, improve the look. Dare2b know that getting sweaty on the Skillfully and elegantly constructed from supple nubuck,
water resistance and decrease bulk mountain is a great buzz but also know that when you're it’s a shoe for all seasons. The women’s Travel shoe is also
* Helmet-compatible, three-way adjustable hood finished you don't want to head into the bar in skintight treated with Ion Mask enhancement for improved
* Brushed chamois patches for chin and neck comfort Lycra. If you want a more relaxed look, mix it up with our waterproofing.
Attitude gear – lived in Cottons, printed T's and hoodies. The women’s Tropic shoe masterfully fuses sensible
Patagonia's Stretch Element jacket Its all gear you can be yourself in! shoe features with desirable sandal qualities to
is another worthy addition to For more information go to www.dare2b.com or call outstanding effect.
their canon. It features: 0044 161 749 1372. The range will wholesale from £32.50 to £40.00
* H2No
waterproof/breathable,
SPOT takes centre stage
three-layer stretch woven
shell It's been featured heavily in both national and specialist press recently; but there's
* Three-layer fabric still more to SPOT than meets the eye.
reinforcements over SPOT Inc., the pioneer behind the award-winning SPOT Satellite Messenger
shoulders and down has recently launched the beta release of SPOT shared pages – a free, easy-to-use
sleeves web-based software application that enables users to share their GPS location
* Stitch-free construction reinforced with exceptionally waypoints and SPOT messages with others via an email link, displaying
flexible tape, reduces weight, keeps sophisticated mapping and real time tracking on Google Maps.
seams drier and reduces abrasion The shared pages service is a no-charge optional feature that is available to any
that can compromise fabric SPOT subscriber so others can view their SPOT messages whether they have a SPOT account or not. The user creates his or
performance her shared page, chooses what information is to be shown and emails a web link to friends and family. Currently, shared
* Helmet compatible, roll- pages can display the last 24 hours of any subscriber's SPOT data. Later this summer it is expected users will be able to share
down, three-way up to seven days' worth of information. Shared pages can be either password protected for limited access or available to the
adjustable hood with general public without restriction.
circumference draw Weighing just over 7 ounces and sold at £149.95, the SPOT satellite messenger provides a new level of safety and peace-of-
cord routed into chest mind for anyone who spends a considerable amount of time in the outdoors or just wants to stay connected with a line of
pocket communication.
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For more information about SPOT Shared pages and how to share adventures online, please visit www.findmespot.eu
JULY 2008
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