16 AMERICANWAY
JANUARY 1 2009
G E A R
Don’t let frigid temperatures and snow keep you
indoors until spring. Instead, check out some new
gear thatmakes it possible— even enjoyable— to
spend time outside thiswinter.
— Jodi Helmer
BundleUpandGo
CamelBak
IceQueen
Stay hydrated on the
slopes using the new
70-ounceCamelBak
IceQueenwith an
insulated hydration
tube to prevent
water from freezing.
Exterior straps fit a
snowboard. It comes
in two colors. $75.
DropMarquisGTGloves
Fashion and function combine in this
winter glove. The leather, stretch twill,
and herringbone shell look greatwhile
theGore-Tex inserts andThinsulate
Supreme insulation keep handswarm
anddry. $75.
BridgedaleX-Hale
TrailheadSocks
Cool-weather hikingdemands
the right socks. Bridgedale
Trailhead socks come up higher
on the leg for addedwarmth, and
they’remade ofmoisture-wicking
Merinowool with double-loop
cushioning toward off blisters.
The socks are so durable they
comewith a three-year guarantee.
$17.
TheNorthFaceDenali Jacket
The classicDenali jacket has
gone green. Thewater-resistant
fleece ismadewithmostly
recycledmaterial and features
abrasion-reinforced shoulders and
elbows aswell as four zippered
pockets. It is available in 12 colors
and sizes formen andwomen.
$165.
LucyAlpine
FleecePants
The perfect thermal
layer for added
warmth, theseAlpine
fleece pants are
made from two-sided
brushedfleece and
have awidewaistband
and ankle zips.
Shaping seams and
different ankle lengths
ensure a great fit.
$78.
PatagoniaLuganoBoots
Waterproof andmade from recycled
materials, these boots also have a
Polartec lining andPrimaLoft Eco
insulation for addedwarmth. They’re
available in khaki, black, and velvet
brown. $160.
Tifosi Optics
Eyewear
Torrent sunglasses
byTifosi Optics
provide 100percent
UVprotection and
have polarized lenses
to eliminate glare.
Even better, they
boast photochromic
technology, which
allows the lenses to
lighten anddarken
based on the amount of
UV rays, providing just
the right coverage in
any light. $90.
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.tifosioptics.com
SierraDesignsWinema0SleepingBag
Rated to zero degrees Fahrenheit (-18degrees Celsius), the
Winema sleepingbag has padlocks anddual draft tubes
forwarmth. It’s alsomade of recycled fabrics andweighs
just over three pounds. $269.
