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New Products
Merrell launches Vango’s new mountain
Autumn sock range bags
SUPERNOVA
Merrell has launched an innovative range of socks to complement their The warmest bag in the range, the Supernova
cutting-edge collection of outdoor footwear 5000 received the Novel Sleeping Bag award at
for the first time. Merrell’s sock range has this year’s Outdoor Trade Show. Retailing at £90,
been designed to specifically accommodate it’s a five-season synthetic sleeping bag which
the contrasting skeletal structure and features Vango’s latest innovation for 2010, the
movements of men and women. Thermal Embrace System [TES], plus Insulate Aero
The new range are not only adapted hollow fibre insulation to help trap air to increase
for a variety of different activities insulation.
including hiking, multi-sport, The TES system allows the sleeping bag to hug your
running and casual wear but body whilst allowing freedom of movement thanks to the
also certain pressure points elasticised thread in the lining, reducing the amount of air
have been knitted with Lycra around the body to offer maximum insulation and warmth.
under the foot, above the heel The Omega-shaped Supernova features a four-season 3000 model
and around the cuff to prevent (£80) and three/four-season 1000 model (£70) which also benefit from
slipping. TES and other Supernova features including a Polair RSN Shell and Polair
The new range includes the men’s mini-RSN lining, aluminised reflective interlining, four-panel 3D hood
Hiking Classic sock, offering superior with insulated face baffle and an insulated shoulder and zip baffle.
underfoot cushioning and all over VIPER
insulation, ideal for the adventurous Updated for 2010, Viper bags now also feature the
backpacker. The Outventure women’s sock range includes the Multi-Sport, TES system and share the same lining and shell
the ultimate mountain biking or day hiking sock. materials as the Supernova range. The Viper range
Merrell also offers a Three-Year Guarantee with the socks. For more now uses 90/10 580+ fill power down to insulate the
information visit www.merrell.co.uk. body and uses omega shaping with an arrow foot to
minimise heat loss.
Result launches
Advanced Trapezoidal Construction ensures that the
down does not move around and slows down heat loss
using trapezoidal baffles. The updated Vipers now also
AirDown innovation
benefit from a 4 panel 3D hood, with insulated face baffle, a
shoulder and zip baffle and a multi cord hood, all aimed at
maintaining warmth.
Result Performance is introducing The Viper range is available in three/four-season 500 model (£110), a
the AirDown collection, launching four-season 750 model (£140) and a five-season 1000 model (£170).
January. RESULT AirDown For further information visit www.vango.co.uk
insulating technology operates in
extreme temperatures down to -20
centigrade, giving the wearer
greater control over body
Helly Hansen returns
temperature and the ability to
adapt to a change in conditions
with Odin
without adding or removing layers.
Simply inflate as the temperature At the heart of Helly Hansen’s Three-Layer System is
drops and deflate as the its Lifa baselayer. Its stripes are seen worldwide, and are
temperature rises. instantly recognisable for their quality and function.
Flagship of the Result AirDown range, is the R167x, engineered to Following the success of the Odin baselayer with
excel in extreme conditions and will protect the wearer in the most mountain professionals last season, this winter sees the
unforgiving of environments. The HydraDri outer fabric boasts return of Helly Hansen’s Odin High Neck and Pants for
waterproof (20,000mm) and breathable (15,000mvp) ratings and professionals working in extreme temperatures on high
interacts with R165x AirDown Core Gilet. Price: £220.00 alpine and arctic expeditions.
The R165x AirDown Core Gilet uses air insulating technology to Key features of the Odin baselayers include:
protect against the cold. The R165x is waterproof (10,000mm), • An extreme hybrid, made from 50% LIFA stay dry
windproof and highly breathable (5,000mvp). The body-mapping pattern technology and 50% superfine marino wool.
of the R165x distributes the air to fit the contours of the body, increasing • LIFA stay dry technology quickly moves moisture away
thermal performance and reducing cold spots. Price: £102.00 from the skin to the fabric, to protect the body and keep it
The R166x AirDown Sphere Inflatable Jacket also features the AirDown dry and comfortable; plus it’s soft, lightweight, durable
inflatable inner. Further superior weather beating performance is and naturally anti-bacterial.
provided by the waterproof, breathable HydraDri outer. Price: £151.00 Odin Baselayer High Neck: in black, sizes S – XXL RRP £70
For further information on the Result Performance range call 01206 Odin Baselayer Pants: in black, sizes S – XXL RRP £55
865605, or visit www.resultperformance.com For information see www.hellyhansen.com or telephone 0115 960 8797.
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