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[Starting in March] Two events that allow you to easily try outdoor gear will be interesting again this year

Written by Yasushi Hisatomi

March, when the new season begins, it is a season where various events are held where you can try out the latest gear, such as actually setting up a tent you're interested in or trying out new shoes. Continuing from last year, we're introducing two events that Outdoor Gearzine is paying attention to.

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Featured Event 1: Outdoor Gear Touch & Try 2018

Outdoor Gear Touch & Try is an event where you can "see, touch, or try" large gear such as tents, tarps, and firearms such as burners in the actual field, which are rarely available to try out the practical use. This year, the venue will be Tachikawa, and the brand will be added to the event with even more power.

*Photo shows the last year

This year, we'll be packed with all the authentic outdoor brands that are as niche as ever. Since A&F is participating, I wonder if HILLEBERG tents can be set up this year. There seem to be a variety of events during the period, so detailed information be posted on this Facebook page from time to time , so if you're interested, why not check it out and participate?

Event overview

schedule

Saturday, March 24th and Sunday, March 25th, 2018

venue

Near the National Showa Memorial Park, Fureai Square (3173 Midoricho, Tachikawa City, Tokyo)

access

【train】

  • Akebonoguchi: Approximately 10 minutes from Tachikawa Station on the JR Chuo Line, Tama Toshin Monorail, approximately 8 minutes from Tachikawa Kita Station on the Tama Toshin Monorail
  • Tachikawaguchi: Approximately 15 minutes from Tachikawa Station on the JR Chuo Line, Tama Toshin Monorail, approximately 13 minutes from Tachikawa Kita Station
  • Nishi-Tachikawaguchi: Approximately 2 minutes from Nishi-Tachikawa Station on the JR Ome Line
  • Akishima Exit: Approximately 10 minutes from Higashinakagami Station on the JR Ome Line
  • Tamagawa Kamimizuguchi: Approximately 25 minutes from Musashi-Sunagawa Station on the Seibu Haijima Line (via Zanbori River Greenway)
  • Sunagawaguchi: Approximately 20 minutes from Musashi-Sunagawa Station on the Seibu Haijima Line

【car】

  • 8km from the National Fuchu IC on the Chuo Expressway.
    Get off at the National Fuchu IC on the Chuo Expressway. Take National Route 20 towards Tachikawa. Turn right at Hinobashi intersection.

Organised

Outdoor Gear Touch & Try Executive Committee

Exhibitors

Iwatani Primus Co., Ltd., Kenko Co., Ltd., A&F Co., Ltd., Kanseki Co., Ltd., Big Wing Co., Ltd., Ablaze Co., Ltd., Outdoor Gear Maniax

Event time

  • Saturday, March 24th, Doors open at 9:30 / Closed at 16:30
  • Sunday, March 25th Doors open at 9:30 / Closed at 16:00

Fee

Event participation fee is free *An admission fee for Showa Memorial Park is charged.

Latest Event Information

Facebook Pagehttps ://www.facebook.com/OGTT.jp/

Contact Us

Please send a message from the Outdoor Gear Touch & Try Executive Committee (ogtt2018@gmail.com) or the event Facebook page.

Featured Event 2: TRAIL OPEN AIR DEMO

This is over 70 outdoor-related brands, including trail running! Outdoor, gear and trial events exhibited. In addition to the deep lineup of new releases, which are popular to minor gear, there are trails around the venue that are perfect for a test run, so I'm happy that I can carefully examine the items on the spot. It is now in its fourth edition, and there are even more and more programs and events. This event is not to be missed as you check out the latest models this season, along with the opening of the trail season.

*Photo shows the last year

Last year, we reported on popular models, etc., but this year, event OGZ has also been working together to share the excitement of the day with a lively feel and in detail! Details will be provided on the Facebook page, so please look forward to it!

Event overview

schedule

Saturday, March 31st, 2018, 10:00am-17:00pm / Sunday, April 1st, 9:00am-16:00pm

venue

Nagayama Ground 217 Honmachi, Ome City, Tokyo

access

7 minutes' walk from JR Ome Station. Please use public transport as much as possible. If you are coming by car, please use the nearby parking lot.

Organised

TRAIL OPEN AIR DEMO Executive Committee

Exhibiting brands and companies

Please check the official and Facebook pages

Fee

Event participation fee is free

Latest information and inquiries, including event details and applications for various projects

Official page: http://trailopenairdemo.com/

Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/trailopenairdemo/