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Suunto and National Geographic Maps Announce Alliance with Debut Of Suunto X9i (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Major improvements for Suunto X9 GPS.
MontBell Self Inflating Pads (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Among the lightest for their size.
Pentax Optio WP Digital Camera (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Lightweight, waterproof, 5MP, good battery life, and very pocketable gives the Pentax Optio WP a significant edge among backpacking cameras - and makes it an honorable mention for a 2005 Lightitude Award.
Ultralight Outfitters – Ultralight “Beercan” Cook Pot & Stove (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
A lightweight integrated Esbit fuel cooking system.
Smartwool Microweight Apparel (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Microweight gets fashionable.
Keela “System Dual Protection” (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Innovative waterproof/breathable technology.
Mountainsmith TrekLite PCT 45 Backpack (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Thru-hike inspired 3 pound pack, built for comfort, durability, and convenience.
Mountain Hardwear Foray Backpack (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
A sample of Mountain Hardwear’s pack debut, 3400 ci and 3 lb 14 oz with excellent durability.
Life-Link A.T. Superlight Trekking Pole (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
A fixed length all carbon fiber trekking pole.
Granite Gear Vapor Ki Backpack (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
A woman specific Vapor Trail.
MacPac Epic 150 SF Sleeping Bag (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
19 ounce water-proof 750 fill down sleeping bag.
APA Enterprises Sun UV Monitoring Wristwach (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Monitor the UV Index and predict when you need extra protection
Backpackers Pantry Introduces Cold Rehydrated Meals (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
Leave the stove at home and still enjoy a freeze dried pasta dinner.
Inov-8 Mudroc 280 Trail Running Shoes (Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2005)
A Sub-10 Ounce Trail Running and Hiking Shoe
Jacks ‘R’ Better Summer Universal Blanket SPOTLITE REVIEW
A sub-1-pound summer weight quilt that can be used as a top blanket or hammock under quilt.
Integral Designs Silcoat Backpack SPOTLITE REVIEW
Simple, lightweight, and versatile.
Bomber Tents REVIEW SUMMARY and GEAR GUIDE OVERVIEW
Field performance and features comparison of four lightweight mountaineering tents designed to handle the toughest weather.
Sedona Trading Company Trail Gourmet Seasonings SPOTLITE REVIEW
Spices for those of us who want no fuss, no muss, and little weight
Notes From the Field: SuperUltraLight Hammock Camping
Perspectives from the field, with commentary on gear and technique for hammock camping with less than five pounds of gear.
Sea To Summit Ultra-Sil Dry Sacks SPOTLITE REVIEW
Lightest woven fabric dry sacks on the market today.
