A summary of interesting gear I came across at OR Summer 2015 - Clothing and shoes edition -
Written by Yasushi Hisatomi
The report on the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2015 , the largest outdoor gear exhibition held in Salt Lake City, USA, is finally coming to an end. This time we will introduce some of the most popular outdoor wear and shoes. Please note that as usual, the content may change before the release, and that release in Japan has not yet been decided. Let's get started right away.
Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2015 Click here to see the highlighted gear for each category
berghaus
Full zip version of the world's lightest class waterproof jacket: VapourLight Hyper Jacket
The Vaporite Hyper Smock 2.0, an ultra-lightweight waterproof outerwear that won many awards in Europe for its incredible lightness and thinness of about 67g last winter, is now available in a full zip version. It's a surprise that the original HydroShell Hyper, the world's lightest waterproof and breathable material, has been further evolved, and even when it's fully zipped, it's around 100g. The UK is home to cross-country and mountain marathons. As expected from the country, there are only countries that compete with the Rab, Montane, and OMM with lightweight, high-performance waterproof jackets.
DUCKWORTH
100% Made in America's High Quality Merino Wool: Merino Wool Polo
Montana grown, USA spun, knit and sewn. DUCKWORTH is a brand that is particularly popular among the Made In The USA brands, which consistently handles everything from sheep to spinning and manufacturing in Japan. I've been interested in it since last year and finally came across the real thing, but I'm satisfied with the gentle, handmade feel and stylish coloring and silhouette. Starting next season, polo shirts and other items that can be used in everyday life, such as those shown in the photo, will be added to the lineup. , it appears that it is only sold in a small portion in Japan .
Farm to Feet
Socks and producer's face! : Farm to Feet Socks
This is also a new outdoor brand in North Carolina that is 100% produced in the United States from materials to manufacturing, and is very enthusiastic about not only the incredibly unique pattern and coloring available in outdoor socks, but also the producer's photos on the package tag, showing off their high quality and reliability. It's always nice to see this wild attitude of trying new things in such a wild way. Their new Damascus seems to be comfortable hiking socks with breathability, cushioning and moderate support for the feet, so you can enjoy the look and feel of the contents as well as the contents.
GARMONT
The company's first mid-cut boots for fast hiking: TRAIL BEAST MID GTX
Quoted from the pamphlet
With the remarkable momentum of the fast hiking boom of recent years, European alpine boot manufacturers have launched lightweight, multifunctional hiking boots, and long-established Italian manufacturers have finally joined the competition. Garmont is one of my favorite manufacturers, which is a combination of tradition and innovation, and has solid quality that incorporates robustness and advanced technology into beautiful designs. The new Trail Beast weighs 540g, but the add (Anatomically Directed Design) technology cultivated with Alpine boots gives us a sense of balance, with features such as optimal fit, shock absorption, and body stability.
HI-TEC
Fast Hike boots with the latest Vibram soles: Fast Hike
Although it is not very well known in Japan, it actually has a long history, and that started in the UK in the 1970s with squash shoes . The new product announced by HiTech this season is a lightweight hiking boot that is equipped with Vibram's new sole technology, RollinGait System , which provides comfort and light off-road performance. The feature of this technology is that the sole, which curves slightly from the heel to the toe, makes it easy to get from landing to kicking off your feet, and it seems that it can only be used by a few companies next season, including Hi-Tech.
Salewa
Tire manufacturer Michelin enters serious sole development: ULTRA TRAIN
Salewa, a outdoor manufacturer born in Munich and raised in Italy, loves new things and eccentric fashion, has been jointly developed with tire maker Michelin. Look at this tire-like outsole (photo below) has an outstanding impact that makes you laugh! The combination of shallow, fine grooves and vertical curved grooves, and the original material has achieved incredible grip and stability. It's unknown, but it's exciting.
Vibram's latest sole provides outstanding walking and multifunctionality: HIKE ROLLER MID GTX
Another highlight is the HIKE ROLLER MID GTX fast hiking boots that use Vibram's latest sole, RollinGait System, which we introduced above, and are perfect for all-purpose use, from general trails to rocky areas. The low-cut model has already major media and exhibitions , and its high level of perfection is guaranteed. This mid-cut model combines a high design and a light weight of 435g, so it's likely that you'll be wearing it all the way to the peak of the Alps as you wear it every day. High expectations.
