MOUNTAIN LIFE - Blue Mountains | Summer 2018

SUMMER 2018 ML BLUE 113 KITSBOW DELTA TEE V2 A summer shirt with air-conditioning. This revolutionary Polartec fabric actually helps lower your body temp as you ride. Polartec Delta uses radiating knit structures containing both hydrophilic and hydrophobic yarn to actively lower your body temperature without using any chemicals. Perfect for midsummer biking or climbing . kitsbow.com BIG AGNES BIG HOUSE DELUXE 6 TENT Big Agnes turned up the deluxe dial and made this spacious tent with plenty of head room. This summer palace of the campground is just the ticket for base camps, or canoe trips with short, easy portages. It has 10 internal pockets so everyone can stash their stuff, plus 2 pockets designed for iPads for video viewing in bed. Includes very handy briefcase-style carry bag. mec.ca ARC’TERYX PHASIC SUN HOODY Offering UPF 50+ sun protection and cooling air-permeable comfort, this Sun Hoody boasts Arc’teryx’s Phasic FL-X fabric, which moves moisture off of the body, dries quickly, and is exceptionally comfortable next to the skin. Gusseted underarms and the fabric’s performance stretch provide freedom of movement . arcteryx.com GREGORY ENDO 15 This biking pack is clean and compact for everyday riding and includes tool pouch and internal organization to keep your gear accessible and secure. The suspended, moisture-wicking EVAP back panel allows airflow for comfort all season. The Shift RS stability system keeps the pack in the perfect riding position. Includes 3-litre 3D Hydro Reservoir. mec.ca THERM-A-REST QUESTAR -18C SLEEPING BAG Plan ahead for cold-weather camping with the new Questar 0F/-18C. This four-season bag weighs in at a packable three-pounds, and boasts sleep-inducing technology like the SynergyLink Connectors (to hold your Therm-a- Rest pad) and ThermaCapture seams. Wet trip? No worries: 650-fill Nikwax Hydrophobic Down stays drier and maintains loft 60 times longer than untreated down . mec.ca PATAGONIA MEN'S DIRT ROAMER BIKE SHORTS For long rides on warm days, these light, stretchy, bike shorts dry fast, while the articulated, welded seams eliminate chafing and allow movement. The long inseam covers the tops of the knees and accommodates low- profile knee pads. The mountain-bike-specific elastic adjustable waist customizes the fit. Snap loops pair with Patagonia Endless Ride liner shorts . patagonia.com GSI OUTDOORS MICROLITE 720 TWIST This incredibly lightweight, thin-walled, vacuum- insulated 720ml bottle provides an unbeatable 12 hours of heat- and 24 hours of cold-retention. With its sleek design and clean construction, this high-spec bottle— one-third lighter than traditional designs—is perfect for commuting, sporting events and base camping. Also available in a flip lid model, and 500ml versions. gsioutdoors.com MSR TRAIL BASE WATER FILTER KIT Yes, you can have gravity filtration at camp and a fast-and-light filter for the trail. That’s the multifunctional beauty of this kit, which transforms from one filter mode to the other and back quickly and easily. Recently, MSR launched the MSR Impact Project to further their mission to provide technologies to accelerate access to safe water and hygiene for people in need worldwide. For details, check msrglobalhealth.com . mec.ca