Zeal Solar Backback.

More and more of us are traveling with more gadgets, phones, receivers, watches, emergency beacons and of course iPods. Well they do need charging, why not have the sun do it while we are hiking. 


Zeal Optics introduces the RELIANT Solar Backback. A versatile, safety-enhancing, backcountry companion. A Solar Backpack which produces self supported energy and holds all your gadgets in one place.  Charge all your mobile devices - Simply use the USB cable that comes with your devices. Plug it in and your device will begin charging.  Perfectly works with the Zeal Transcend GPS goggle, keep all your devices charged on extended expeditions.  Available in rust or stealth black.

Backpack Details

• Mobile Device Charging Ability
• Goggle size top compartment is perfect for Transcend GPS goggle
• Organic Plastic Solar Panel
• Supercool ventilated padded back & straps
• Hydration system compatible
• Easy grab haul loop
• Side compression/ski carry straps
• Padded hip belt
• Storage for ice axe, probe, beacon & ski’s
• Front shock and cord carrying system
• Adjustable chest strap
• Padded wind and tunnel backsystem
• Adjustable waist belt
• Rubberized waterproof bottom
• Zipped front pocket
• Mesh side bottle pockets
• Top load – quik snug closure system
• 1000 denier ripstop nylon body
• Removable solar panel goes with you anywhere
• 21 liter / 1280 cu in / 3 lb w/o battery

Solar Details

• Lightweight,thin-film photovoltaic material
• Patented photo-reactive materials made from conductive polymers & organic nano-engineered materials.
• Reacts with both indoor and outdoor light
• Low-cost source of renewable energy
• Green sustainable and organic plastic
• solar panel is fully recyclable
• MOL-P08 Battery Chacteristics
• Lithium Polymer Battery 1500mAH
• The MOL-P08 uses Mini USB for charging
• Auto charging self contained battery
• Also Chargeable from computers USB port

Cape Fear - The Coastal Aventure Outfitter

It is always nice when you see new stuff come out. The market is flooded with jackets by North Face and Columbia Sportswear, these companies are great and dump millions of dollars into testing which in turn trickles down to the lesser known brands and of course the just starting out. Remember Mountain Hardwear was just a tiny shop back in 1993, and look 20 years later they are a powerful force in the outdoors clothing game.

So Cape Fear a company based on the east coast and is dedicated to the true outdoor enthusiast, not the mountain climber or adventure racer but your every day Joe. Boating, Fishing, Camping, Hiking, Exploring and what most do in there jackets is RELAXING, bumming around, shopping. Cape Fear could have a very good niche if they play their cards right, get the everyday layman, outfit them with good clothing at a great price. They are not trying to get the Volvo Ocean Racer or maybe they are, but a safe bet is for the general enthusiast, who want to keep warm and dry.
"CapeFear Sportswear was developed for those who want to experience both the adventure and the tranquility of the coast. We are committed to delivering the highest in comfort, quality, and protection to all who want to live the coastal lifestyle to its fullest."
Cheers

Black Diamond: AVALUNG, breathe under snow!

Find yourself in sticky situations while skiing or hiking, feel as though you could bring the whole mountain down. Using a beacon is helpful if you are trapped under an avalanche but only 50% of the time. Most of us today ski with a pack, we feel safer, we keep an extra polar fleece some Cliff bars, a first aid kit and whatever else you might find could save you in-case of an emergency. Well AVALUNG keeps the odds fair. It looks like a tube coming off of your Camelbak except you breathe through it! Once you exhale it expels the waste out the rear of the pack. Not sure how long it will keep you alive but anything is better than nothing.
I'm in! Black Diamond: AVALUNG