25 brands and their PR teams will have the opportunity to pitch dozens of the outdoor industry’s most prolific gear review professionals. Brands will have 10 minutes with each member of the media, after which, the media will move on so that each brand has the chance to meet the maximum number of outlets present.

“Outdoor brands and media are hungry for a new way to connect over gear,” said Yoon Kim, founder, Outdoor Media Summit. “We’re excited to see that the biggest names in the outdoor industry are choosing OMS as their next gathering place.”

Brands will be limited to either a 10×10 or 10×20 space, and will be encouraged to limit the number of products they pitch to the journalists. Only brands with new products will be invited to participate in this event.

“To see 25 new outdoor products in one afternoon is a gear reviewer’s dream,” said Adam Ruggiero, editor in chief, Gear Junkie.

Brands will be given the media list beforehand so they can research each journalist before meeting with them. At the end of the event, each journalist will vote on their favorite products. Winners will be announced on Day 3 at Outdoor Media Awards.

“The timing of this speed date event couldn’t be more perfectly aligned with some exciting product launches we have scheduled for next year,” said Anna Rawlins, marketing director, Eagles Nest Outfitters. “To get in front of so many gear reviewers in such a short amount of time makes this a no brainer for us.”

Registered brands for New Gear Speed Date include Patagonia, NEMO Equipment, ENO, Costa Del Mar, SCARPA and more. (To request an invitation for New Gear Speed Date as a brand, email yoon@outdoormediasummit.com.)

Registered media include the editor in chiefs of GearJunkie, Trails Magazine, Alpinist Magazine, and Trout Magazine as well as gear freelancers from Climbing Magazine, The Trek, ActionHub, Overland Journal, Elevation Outdoors and more. (To apply for New Gear Speed Date as media, email lucie@outdoormediasummit.com.)

The OMS team anticipates that there will be 30-40 of the outdoor industry’s most powerful gear reviewers at the event. New Gear Speed Date will be limited to 25 brands. There are only 250 tickets available for Outdoor Media Summit 2023, which has sold out every year since the first show in 2015.

About Outdoor Media Summit
Outdoor Media Summit is the gathering for media and marketing professionals in the outdoor industries. For two and a half days, top outdoor media and brands participate in keynotes, breakout sessions, product demos and group activities. This year’s conference will take place at The Grove Hotel in Boise, Idaho, from September 24 – 26, 2023.

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The brand also announced the selection of its trekking pole water filtration system as one of eight Award Nominees for the coveted 2022 ISPO Awards. ISPO, the leading international sports trade fair, designates awards based on a rigorous application process and review by independent editors and selected consumer experts. Its awards highlight the most outstanding products and services in sports.

MSRP for Purtrek’s complete trekking pole system is $189.99 (one pole with integrated filtration, companion pole weighted to match, and carrying bag). Replacement filters are $39.99. The poles are available for purchase on the company’s website and through a small but growing network of independent retailers in the U.S..

Purtrek founder Kyle Stringham developed the world’s first trekking pole with an integrated water filtration system over a five-year period. The system utilizes patented technology to conveniently pump and purify water from lakes, rivers, and other sources.

“Purtrek’s trekking poles help hikers and backpackers hydrate more efficiently while reducing the amount of gear they need to carry,” said Stringham. “We are honored and inspired to be recognized internationally by the ISPO Organization and community for our approach to water purification, hydration, and outdoor recreation accessibility.”

The Purtrek system works by submerging the pole end into a water source, inserting the drinking tube into a port on top of the pole’s grip, uncoupling the pump slide by twisting the pole, and moving the grip up and down. The water runs through the pole and its integrated, two-stage water filter system, and can be sipped through a drinking tube or channeled into a bottle or hydration bladder. The process only takes a few seconds.

Purtrek’s two-stage filtration system includes a large particulate pre-filter located at the lower inlet and a high-quality Micro Hollow Fiber Filter in the top third of the pole. The Hollow Fiber filter removes 99.999% of waterborne bacteria, including E. coli and salmonella, and 99.99% waterborne protozoa, including giardia and cryptosporidium.

The system delivers almost 2-times more water per pump than its competitors and filters up to 528 gallons per filter (2,000 liters).

Purtrek offers the trekking poles as a set, one pole with the integrated water filtration system and one standard trekking pole, weighted to match the filtration pole. Both poles’ telescoping shafts are made of 7075 aircraft aluminum with aluminum locking tabs and high-strength polymer plastic collars. The filtration pole uses a series of seals, valves, and O-rings to ensure clean drinking water. Both poles are adjustable up to 53″, 36” collapsed everyday storage, and the main pole is fully collapsible down to only 26″ for convenient international travel.

Purtrek products are sold through the company’s website, www.purtrek.com and a network of independent outdoor retailers.

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Technology

This revolutionary kit is made from 6061 military-grade aluminum to guarantee durability. Standing at only 6.75 inches tall by 2 inches wide, and weighing a mere 9.9 oz, this is an ideal first aid for backpackers, campers, and survivalists alike. Did we mention it’s also waterproof?

Features of the VSSL First Aid Mini

There are several tins incorporated in the VSSL kit, and each has a wide variety of supplies. The supplies range from antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment, large bandages, tweezers, safety pins, emergency whistle, medical gloves, sewing kit, razor blade, burn and pain cream, disposable thermometers, blister pads and so much more. In essence, there are over 40 items available in the kit.

Advantages of the VSSL First Aid Mini

Compact – Keep all your first aid essentials in one ultra-portable kit. The kit is impact resistant. It never compromises on weight, space, or quality.

Durable – The VSSL First Aid Mini is waterproof and indestructible because of the military-grade aluminum. Anything inside the cylinder stays dry and safe, even under the roughest conditions.

Pre-packed – when you get the VSSL First Aid Mini, it comes perfectly organized with expert-curated gear. Saving you essential packing time before any of your future adventures.

VSSL is arguably the best companion for everyone who loves exploring. The First Aid Mini is arranged in such a way you can access everything you need with ease. Why waste your time packing when you can get all your essential gears packed in one kit.

The First Aid Mini MSRP’s at just $70, and for another $30 you can even get their flashlight attachment included. So why waste your time packing, when you can get all your essential first aid supplies neatly packed into one sleek kit. Go get em!

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Moncler Grenoble is born of a passion for research and implements cutting-edge technology to push the limits of its potential. And the design team identified Dyneema as an innovative fabric it could use to push the level of its performance to the next level, incorporating the material into the new collection as a departure from the conventional use of cotton and polyester.

The Moncler Genius project advocates radical co-creation where multiple designers create their own signature collections in collaboration with the house.

Together, these collections translate into one vision of the future and, as one of the nine designers, Mandrino’s interpretation of the future of fashion features Dyneema Composite Fabric.

Using variations of the fabric in both white and black allowed Mandrino to bring his vision to life by merging skiwear, space suits and technology all in one: “3 Moncler Grenoble is first and foremost about performance,” said Mandrino, who integrated constructive solutions with fabric technology to develop a line that was meant to perform both on and off the ski slopes.

Dyneema, known commonly as “the world’s strongest and lightest fiber,” is 15 times stronger than steel yet light enough to float on water. The unmatched performance and protection of products made with Dyneema have made it the material of choice in critical applications where failure is not an option for more than 30 years. In fabric form, Dyneema is available in composites, denim, knits, wovens and hybrids for composite reinforcements. And because Dyneema fabrics are made using Dyneema fiber, they intrinsically provide high strength, low weight, waterproof and breathable properties – allowing designers to fuse the technical performance of ultra-light products with aesthetic design that doesn’t sacrifice strength or durability.

The Moncler team used the Grenoble collection as an opportunity to experiment and further understand the nature and behavior of Dyneema fabrics, while simultaneously incorporating material performance with practical design. “Future collections will focus on expanding to new designs and fabric options in collaboration with DSM,” adds Mandrino.

“We are very excited to be working with the Moncler team to launch a collection of wonderful garments that allow people to explore the outdoors more safely and for longer periods of time,” states Marcio Manique, Global Business Director, Consumer & Professional Protection, DSM Protective Materials. “We look forward to further supporting Moncler as they develop innovative, high-tech garments that are also sustainably sourced through the introduction of bio-based Dyneema fabrics.”

In line with DSM’s commitment to protect people and the environment they live in, the world’s first-ever bio-based ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber was introduced in May 2020. Bio-based Dyneema boasts the same exact performance as conventional Dyneema with a carbon footprint that is 90 percent lower than generic HMPE. DSM and Moncler’s continued partnership will not only provide high performance, light weight garments for outdoor enthusiasts but also environmentally sustainable alternatives that contribute to a more circular economy.

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For hikers, there’s an even greater need to shop for season-appropriate shoes that can protect the little ones’ feet and ensure they stay safe from slip, trips, and blisters, once they hit the trail. A pair that’s great on comfort, support, and grip and perfect on weight and waterproofing.

Getting the right hiking boots for your kid is never easy

Just like us at Vanish, every little hiking grom loves the thrills of the trail. But with the inherent risks on their feet after trekking and hiking for hours, comfortable hiking footwear is the key to enable them to stay in it to cover more miles without any complaints (though sibling bickering is always inevitable and Vasque is not liable for any of that).

The only way to achieve the peak of these fun-filled hikes is by choosing boots for your munchkins that are carefully designed for their own mini-human sizes. The ideal boots are over-the-ankle and waterproof enough to keep their feet dry throughout the outing.

You may be wondering – What boots are these ideal boots you speak of? Luckily, we have intel that there is a pair out that are rough terrain ready and score high on all-weather waterproof protection…

Enter, Vasque’s Kids St. Elias UltraDry™ Hiking Boot.

Superior unisex hiking shoes for the youth

From their features, to their performance,  Vasque’s Kids St. Elias UltraDry™ shoes are easily among the best kids hiking boots you can get for your young ones today. They are the over-the-ankle hiking shoe type, waterproof with a lace-up closure, and compact. The kid will put them on, walk on wet paths, cross small water pools, and play in the water, but the inside will remain dry.

Interestingly, these same shoes guarantee safe and accident-free hikes. Forget about the Suede leather, meshed Ultra-Dry membrane, and its rubber toe caps that protect the toes from injuries, this shoe’s compression-molded EVA midsoles are gold!

With EVA midsoles and rugged outsoles, every stride feels comfortable. There are even multidirectional lugs that even traction on all terrains to provide that “cushiony” feel. In the end, the overall hiking experience on these boots is what a little champ will fall in love with!

But, how durable are they?

Much as this affordable hiking boot won’t do much damage on that wallet, durability is also key to choosing any kids hiking boots. Vasque – KIDS ST. ELIAS ULTRADRY Hiking Boot comes with a suede leather top that can withstand extreme hikes for years.

Its molded rubber toe caps and the rugged outsoles are also guaranteed to last. Going by these shoes’ general build, the kid may even outgrow them and pass them on!

The boots MSRP for just $79.99 HERE, and come in either black and brown color waves. Pop a visit to Vasque and get ready for the best adventures with the whole family!

Specifications

• Gender: Kids – unisex.
• Uppers: tough, waterproof leather, and abrasion-resistant mesh.
• Technology: Anatomical Compression-Molded EVA midsoles, rubber toe cap, and rugged rubber Vasque Kids Monolith outsoles.
• Lining: UltraDry waterproof, breathable membrane.
• Size and weight: 2.0-6.0; 668g
• Colors: Black and Chocolate Brown.

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As a lifelong Oregonian with a burning affinity for Pendelton’s work, I can safely say there are more Pendelton blankets in my extended family than family members. It’s truly an honor to get to interview Lindsey Thornburg and tap into her mind with the Wild Ingenuity™ lens. We hope you enjoy reading Lindsey’s thoughtful answers on Nature-Culture-Future as much as we did!

NATURE
Tell us a bit about yourself, your company, and how your products are inspired by nature.

My name is Lindsey Thornburg. I’m a New York-based fashion designer from Montana and Colorado. I’m known best for my collaboration with Pendleton. I’m the first company in 110 years Pendleton has allowed cut into their blankets. I don’t really have a strategy, but I like being outside and I’ve always made clothing that’s reflected what I like to do. I like nature and I like looking cool and being cozy in nature.

CULTURE
Where do you go for inspiration and what out there in current culture is creating the best or most interesting vibes to motivate you?

I love being outside. I love making art outside with groovy people that like the psychedelic aspects of nature. No one else’s vibe motivates me. Even if I’m inspired. I have to motivate myself. What we do is so specific but I think there’s a lot of people doing clever things on the internet right now. I love clever good design even if it’s out of my wheelhouse. I love things that can last forever and aren’t trend based.

FUTURE
What does the future look like for your work and what’s on your mind as you look forward?

I want a store in Aspen :). I went to high school there and it would be a fun homecoming to have my creative endeavors take me back.

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Imagine sporting a timeless messenger bag that perfectly serves all your everyday needs, and still accentuates your fashion. A beautiful little bag that can perfectly suit all your urban commuting errands and late-night escapades, all week long!

Now imagine if this daydreamed bag of yours ALSO comes from the greatest global manufacturer of messenger bags and backpacks in America – Chrome Industries. “The Citizen,” as it’s called, is a hell of a piece – the brand’s most popular product, and just by looking at it, it’s pretty easy to see why…

Here’s a Messenger Bike Bag like no other

Boasting an impressive capacity of 26L, a super-durable outside that’s abrasion-resistant and waterproof, and the fact that it can comfortably carry anything – including a 17” MacBook Pro, means this isn’t just another ordinary bag. But perhaps the greatest feature of Chrome Industries Citizen Messenger Bag has to be Chrome’s iconic seat-belt buckle strap which makes it easy to wear it and quite trendy (wink. wink).

See, being a cyclist and a proud owner of this little masterpiece means not getting worried that all your goodies and possessions could get wet or damaged in case of a huge downpour. On top of that, Chrome’s cross-chest load stabilizer is there to ensure it never moves about once you ride.

Simplicity at the Heart of Construction

Peering inside the Citizen you’ll find a hollow space with a waterproof liner and Velcro – A powerhouse 1-2 punch of materials that not only ergonomically stores your stuff but keeps it dry.  The little outer zipper pocket beside the divider pockets also conveniently allows storage of smaller items like the famous phone-wallet-key triage we all know and love.

Timeless and High-Performing

That’s right; Chrome industries care for ardent night cyclists and the signature 3M reflective detailing says it all. Reflective stitching ensures that it’s visible after dark, 100 meters away, and exactly what night riders and after-dark pedestrians would be glad to own.

Other features of Chrome Citizen Night Messenger Bag include daisy-chain mounting loops designed to hold carabineer or bike lights, cross-chest load stabilizer straps, and the fact that it’s just 0.8Kg light.

It is important to note that this messenger bag can be dependably relied on and easily last for a decade. The shoulder strap is a commercial-grade 5-bar seat belt made of nylon and can withstand everyday rigors, while the outer abrasion-resistant CORDURA fabric material is 100% waterproof. Inside is a 1000-denier military-grade tarpaulin.

Stop Dreaming

The Citizen Night Bag MSRP’s at only $160, comes in more than 10 badass color options and is covered by Chrome Industries impeccable ‘365 to Life Warranty’.

Quit that dreaming and go VANISH on that next adventure in style, comfort, and confidence!

Features and Specifications

• Quick-release seat belt buckle.
• Daisy-chain mounting loops to attach bike lights.
• 3M Reflective front panel and reflective straps.
• Hollow 21L capacity.
• EVA foam-padded seat-belt buckle strap.
• Weatherproof interior and outer covers.
• Colors: 12 colors, including Night, Black/Red, Olive/Red, and Grey Red.
• Measures: 22”x13”x7”
• Volume: 26l.
• Weight: 0.8Kg.
• Made in the USA.

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While it’s no surprise that all of Biolite’s headlamps do a solid job in lighting up scenes of the night, all of us at Vanish are currently marveling over the fresh innovative brilliance of their Light Diffusing Stuffsack.

By pairing any of your traditional headlamps with Biolite’s Light Diffusing Stuffsack, the once ‘one-person headlamp’ suddenly becomes a powerful lantern that diffuses light to brighten up the whole area for many to enjoy.

Why Pick Biolite’s Light Diffusing Stuffsack?

From a powerhouse of a wearable headlamp to a convenient source of light for the whole group, this little stuffsack does an incredible job in expanding the uses of your gear. Not only that, but what’s really striking about it is the innovation in how it diffuses light.

Upon opening the Light Diffusing Stuffsack, you’ll find two little elastic loops. These loops are tactically built for inserting both ends of the straps of your headlamp, so that the lamp then hangs inside and the straps remain out.

Also, keep in mind that the light must remain suspended inside the stuffsack – the higher the light is, the more diffused it gets.

Multiple reasons to pick this Diffusing Stuffsack…

A lantern should be able to diffuse ambient light, but still be easy to carry around and hang anywhere. With this stuffsack, you’ll be able to easily hang a powerful light source from a tree, your car’s side window, the roof of your tent, etc.

What’s also great is that Biolite’s Light Diffusing Stuffsack is so soft that it allows for easy altering to different lighting modes. Simply put, you will never need to loosen the drawstrings to turn it on or off. On top of that, it’s guaranteed by Biolite to last you ages!

The Stuffsack can also store essentials

That’s right – when not in use, this sack can conveniently carry those car keys, power bars, the headlamp’s USB charger, etc. That means, even when it may not be used to diffuse light, it certainly will have another function – perfect for all you backpackers working with limited space!

All in all, Biolite’s Light Diffusing Stuffsack is a magic bag in all it can do to elevate your outdoor excursions. If you act quickly, you’ll get it for a steal HERE at $14.95. Hop on that and instantly become the hero of any night!

Specs

• Materials: Light-diffusing Ripstop Nylon
• Weight: 2g
• Compatibility: almost any headlamp

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Columbia Sportswear’s Omni-Heat Reflective lining was a revolutionary approach to lightweight insulation that has been a pillar for the brand and created many converts. They say this new tech acts as a heat magnet, capturing solar heat and enhancing thermal efficiency, and thereby reducing heat loss, perfect for anyone who runs cold blooded.

As the industry’s first “external thermal shield” built to protect from the cold, Columbia’s Black Dot technology captures the sun’s solar heat to keep people warmer, says the brand, much like its Omni-Heat internal lining captures and reflects heat from the inside. And with people needing to be outside now more than ever, this collection could be a welcome addition to the winter wardrobe. We’re going to test it out just to make sure. Of course, the three pieces in the line also feature double-weave water resistant fabric and are imbued with other winter Columbia Sportswear outerwear technologies as well.

The new collection of men’s and women’s Omni-Heat Black Dot jackets are available at columbia.com and select retail locations. Included in the collection are the:

// Three Forks Black Dot Jacket ($280): Features a combination of cold-defeating technologies, including a heat-capturing Omni-Heat Black Dot exterior, advanced thermal-reflective Omni-Heat 3D lining, and the enhanced warmth and flexible comfort of Omni-Heat Stretch Insulation.

// Dawn Watch Black Dot Jacket ($350): Has the trifecta of Columbia Sportswear technologies designed for ultimate warmth, including an Omni-Heat Black Dot outer, advanced thermal-reflective Omni-Heat 3D lining, and Omni-Heat Stretch Insulation.

// Barrett Spur Black Dot Parka ($600): The Barrett Spur features a full suite of Columbia technologies including an Omni-Heat Black Dot, advanced thermal-reflective Omni-Heat 3D lining, and Omni-Heat Stretch Insulation with 700 fill-power responsibly sourced down and a plush faux-fur trim.

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As cold weather looms closer and closer, Woolrich is ready to battle it head-on, as they take us on a journey of ‘Hike and Seek’ with their FW20 Outdoor Label collection. Designed in Japan, this remarkable collection embraces readiness and adaptability through any terrain. After checking it out for ourselves, we at Vanish cannot seem to figure out how to pick our jaws up off the floor…

A Meticulously Designed Collection Rooted in Heritage, Sustainability & Innovation

Our friends at Woolrich have been rocking the game for almost 200 years now and introduce us to a stunning new collection that’s built to fend off the weather brought about in Fall and Winter. As they elaborate, the collection is made up of three main pillars: “heritage as a source of inspiration, sustainability as an approach towards the future, and innovation as a tool to better enhance the technologies used in production and design.“

Thanks to Woolrich’s one-of-a-kind layering philosophy and their vigor in assuring that each garment serves multiple purposes, every piece is made to cover critical periods of the cold season.

Technology Infused & Appalachian Trail Inspired

We love the innovative utilitarianism that’s applied in the thinking behind this collection, as well as the fact that one of our favorite mountain ranges, the Appalachians, provides much of the inspiration behind it all. As the team at Woolrich explain:

“The FW20 journey demonstrates three crucial passages explorers will face along the [Applachian] trail. From Bear Mountain to Mount Washington and Mount Katahdin, fluctuating climates must be met with careful preparation.”

“With temperatures in Bear Mountain flowing on average between 55°F and 77°F within fall/autumn, an assortment of lightweight, wool blended high-pile fleeces is offered, as well as shirts constructed from SeaWool fabric made of upcycled oyster shell and recycled PET plastic bottles. Mid-season jackets featuring Cebonner nylon provide an extremely water-repellent finish and cotton-like feel that is also substantially resistant to abrasion.”

“Mount Washington is known for the adverse and variable weather conditions discovered along its trail, so heavier garments provide the next level of seasonal protection. Recycled down-filled parkas and vests constructed from GORE-TEX® Infinium offers unmatched breathability and wind shield defense. Mid-layer pullovers capture elemental versatility, and the inclusion of Lyocell, a natural material made from wood cellulose and pulp, is featured on crewnecks to arrest and absorb perspiration.”

“With impending temperatures that break below 32°F, adaptability and functionality become fundamental drivers when passing along Mount Katahdin. The dependable protection discovered within the Wintertide Down Parka SD is the result of using GORE-TEX® Shakedry, which immediately repels falling snow and precipitation, and is padded with ‘Green is Good’ recycled down, developed directly by Goldwin. The Go to Zero GORE-TEX® series aims to reduce 90% of wastes coming from the pattern-making process, and gives noticeable character to the Trail Parka, which features a highly breathable shell that is intended to keep users dry in heavy snow thanks to its laser mesh lining. Lightweight protective hybrids like the Tundra Down Jacket combine Pertex Diamond Fuse nylon to avoid scrapes with Technow Re-closed, an innovative epoch-making fabric that closes seams and holes on its own, guaranteeing considerable warmth and water permeability, all while using 20% less down fill.”

Progressive Technology x Impressive Earth-Inspired Colors

The beauty of Woolrich’s 2020 Fall & Winter Collection continues to shine throughout, touting impressive natural color palettes that derive their inspiration from earthy tones of beige and blue. These tones are then combined with pale colorways and bolder color-block inspirations from the 80s and 90s (take us back!) to truly bring it to life.

Infused with progressive technology to allow one to thrive both in the city and on the trails, The Woolrich Outdoor Label offers durable, time-honored designs with dynamic function and adventure in mind.

Winter is Coming – Be Ready

With these technologies, a variety of appealing colors, and the collection’s unique inspiration in mind – not to mention Woolrich’s longstanding and impressive roots that date back to 1830 – Woolrich provides an omnipresent array of offerings in this collection that is surely worth checking out.

Freshly on the market as of October 19th, you can check out more from this awe-inspiring collection HERE.

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