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MOUNTAINLIFEBLUEMOUNTAINS
SPRING2016
BLUWAVEALLSPORT ISUP
10.10 INFLATABLESUP
The SwissArmy knife of inflatable SUPs.Designed as an
all-round inflatable for recreational paddling, touring
and fun in thewaves, theAllsport’s shape is a hybridof
a traditional surf style SUP and longer/narrower touring
inflatables.TheAllsport takes itswidth from theWave
Rider series, and at 31” iswide enough toprovide ample
stability for a beginner, yet narrow enough toprovide
great tracking. In the nose is a slightly pointed entry
withmild rocker line to reduce plowingwhenpaddling
into chopor small waves.A single finbox provides
simple setup and easy packing. Find your local BluWave
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free at 1.866.404.3155.
OSPREYPOCOAGPLUSCHILDCARRIER
Osprey has incorporated their award-winningAG (Anti-Gravity) backpack suspension
system into the PocoAGPlus child carrier. Lightweight aluminum stays provide
load stability and themesh shoulder harness andbackpanel combination keeps you
comfortable for the longhaul.The child cockpit is fully framed andpadded and the
butterfly harness is fleece-covered.When you set the pack down, the base is extra
wide andhas a locking foot bar for stability.Two large, reinforcedgrabhandles ensure
secure pickups.Other features include an integrated sunshade toprotect sensitive
skin, amyriadof storage pockets,washable drool pad, and removable daypack.
DJI PHANTOM4
The latest offering fromDJI is the Phantom 4quadcopter
and it’s an incredible tool for gettingboth stills and video.
While the camera on it hasn’t improvedmuch since the
Phantom3 (a pretty great camera), everything else has.
Easier than ever to fly, this next generation also features
extended flight times of up to28minutes andmost
impressively, sense and avoidance.What does thatmean
for you? Itmeans you can relaxwhile flying in the trees. It
means your chances of crashing this thing justwentway
down. Front obstacle sensors allow this drone to avoid
collidingwithbuildings, trees, overheadwires, or just about
anything.AndwithActiveTrack the Phantom 4will follow
your subject allowing you to relax and concentrate on
getting the shot.
GIROMEN’SPRIVATEERCYCLINGSHOE
TheGiroPrivateer cycling shoes sheath your feet in a combinationof unmatchedperformance
and comfort.Their uppers are a synthetic leather that is not only supple, but holds shape for
countlessmiles of riding. It is alsobreathable so that your feet stay dry nomatter howhigh the
temperatures rise, andmesh inserts have been sewn into the uppers to speedup evaporation.
The Privateer's uppers are securedwith a ratchetingbuckle at the ankle and twohook and
loop closures.Deep lugs provide tractionwhen youneed it.The EVAmolded footbeds provide
medium arch support thatworkswith the sole to enhance comfort for the longhaul. Compatible
with2-holemountain style cleats.
ROCKYMOUNTAIN
THUNDERBOLT799MSL
With short, playful chainstays and awide range of adjustments, RM’sThunderbolt 799
MSL is at home on technical climbs, powering through the roughest trails andpopping
off every feature in your path.Grease ports in key pivot locationsmake for a stiffer,
lighter, and lower-maintenance bike,while the Smoothwall carbon-fibre frame is a
trim 2350g andboasts Ride-9 adjustable geometry, allowing you to configure one of
nine geometries basedon riding style,weight and suspension.The 27.5-inchwheels
and 44-inchwheelbase (sizemedium)mean killermaneuverability throughdeep
forest trails. Includes state-of-the-art ShimanoXTRDi2 electronic shifting.
