Outdoor Retailer Magazine / April 2022
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It’s all about the gear. Here, we present your submissions for the best gear available at retail—both right now and in the coming season. Come along and browse the virtual aisles with us. By Cameron Martindell
Gear
product picks
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New for the 2022-2023 winter season, LINE is introducing the all-new Blade Optic Collection. Inspired by LINE’s history of pushing freeride skiing in a new direction, the Blade Optic Collection breaks the mold of traditional metal-laminate ski design, pulling notes from two award-winning LINE skis: the Vision and the Blade. Fusing the intuitive free ride capabilities of the Vision, with the technology and power found in the Blade’s Gas Pedal Metal construction, the Blade Optic Collection was created for pedal-to-the-metal ripping from the firmest of corduroy to the deepest of pow.
Available: Fall 2022
Contact: connor@lineskis.com
LINE Skis Blade Optic 104
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$900
lineskis.com
The First Aid Plus is an extension of Uncharted’s first aid family of products and is an essential piece of gear when heading off the beaten path. It features a waterproof shell, MOLLE attachments and is accompanied by several new tools including the new multi-tool, flashlight, chem lights and more. The First Aid Plus was designed to easily strap on to adventure vehicles of all kinds—taking peace of mind to the trails.
Available: Now
Contact: mike@unchartedsupplyco.com
unchartedsupplyco.com
Uncharted Supply Co. First Aid Plus
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$130
Snow boots are typically heavy and clunky, but Xero Shoe's Alpine boot is a snow-friendly, waterproof, lightweight insulated boot. The 200g/sq. in. polyester insulation, heat-reflective insole, and a fully seam-sealed lining traps warmth. At just 14.8 ounces for a men's 9, this shoe can also roll into a tight ball for easy packing.
Available: Now
Contact: support@xeroshoes.com
xeroshoes.com
Xero Shoes Alpine Boot
04
$160
Available: Now
Contact: jhill@aventon.com
aventon.com
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Aventon Soltera
$1,199
-1,299
The Soltera is designed as the lightweight, affordable eBike that seamlessly integrates into urban life. With enough power to replace a car, the Soltera is the perfect bike for commuting, shopping, or recreational rides. In a nod to Aventon’s roots, the Soltera comes standard with a single speed drivetrain for low-maintenance simplicity. For those in hilly areas, a seven speed option is available, too.
Available: Now
Contact: jill@peepers.com
peepers.com
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Peepers, a 4th generation family run company, began with a quest to find upbeat eyewear. From industry-leading design, a commitment to quality, to caring customer experience, PeeperSpecs’ legacy is dedicated to making self-expression attainable for all. These sunglasses offer UV400 protection, flexible spring hinges, anti-scratch coating, and a free case.
Peepers Weekender
$27
Available: Fall 2022
Contact: jeffg@outdoorresearch.com
outdoorresearch.com
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Setting the bar for unparalleled mobility, the Hemispheres II Jacket and Bibs employ a fresh, updated design paired with unique stretch GORE-TEX fabric panels to create ski apparel that is — quite simply — like nothing else on the market. Panels of GORE-TEX stretch fabric are used in the jacket’s center upper back, a design that not only offers nearly four times the stretch, but also provides better performance under a backpack. Panels of stretch fabric are also used in the wrist, improving functionality with undercuff gloves, as well as in the crotch and lower back of the bibs.
Outdoor Research Hemispheres II Jacket and Bibs
$629
Available: February 2022
Contact: answers@citizenburro.com
citizenburro.com
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Hot toddies, cold beers, cocoa, whatever—hands will stay warm and cozy while holding these 16oz pints. The pint cups are responsibly sourced steel (Steelys), and they come clad in Citizen Burro Merino Shorties sleeves. They are a great staple for any camp kitchen kit, and customers are using them in their daily home lives as well. The soft sleeves come in five styles and are both hearty and easy to care for.
Citizen Burro Steel pint with Merino sleeve
$25
Available: Fall 2022
Contact: ccastellani@prana.com
prana.com
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Prana's new Alpine Air Collection is lightweight, packable, and offers the sustainable warmth of of PrimaLoft P.U.R.E technology, which reduces carbon emissions by 70% during the production process—a carbon offset equivalent to 11,000 trees capturing a year’s worth of CO2 from the atmosphere. The shell is made with a Bluesign approved matte finish recycled nylon ripstop fabric with PFAS-free DWR and packable into its own pocket! Three styles for women (vest, jacket, hooded jacket) and two styles for men (vest, jacket).
Prana Alpine Air Collection
$170-250
Available: September 2022
Contact: sean_roberts@gordini.com
gordini.com
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The Radiator is the ultimate protection in winter gear. 10K ripstop waterproof shell, Clutch synthetic leather, Thindown insulation, Bluesign approved Gore-tex waterproof insert, and Lavawool lining. Thindown minimizes coldspots, allowing for full coverage insulation in every nook of your glove. Thindown utilizes all the benefits of natural down-thermal, breathable, lightweight and packable, but redesigned for superior warmth and premium performance.
Gordini Radiator
$160
Available: Now
Contact: annie@skratchlabs.com
skratchlabs.com
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Skratch’s new variety 10-pack of its Sport Energy Chews is an easy source of carbohydrate to maintain blood sugar and performance during long, hard workouts. The variety pack offers a mix of all flavors: Sour Cherry, Raspberry, Orange, and Matcha Green Tea & Lemon, providing customers an opportunity to sample across Skratch’s energy chew line. All flavors of Sport Energy Chews use two types of simple carbohydrates to speed the absorption of energy, and have no waxes, oils, added colors, or flavoring agents that can wreak havoc on the gut. All are gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan.
Skratch Labs Sport Energy Chews Variety Pack
$25
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Do you have a product you want to introduce to the Outdoor Retailer community? Submit it here for free to be featured in the monthly Product Picks in Outdoor Retailer magazine.
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$160
$27
Available: Now
Contact: jhill@aventon.com
aventon.com
Available: Now
Contact: jhill@aventon.com