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One great little piece of gear for the fall

2. September 2016 By Bjarke Rosenbeck Leave a Comment

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The other day I was out running as a guide for a group of new trail runners. For some of them it was the first time they went into the forest running on small singletrack and having great fun.

 

It was a day like any other here in Denmark. It was sunny, rainy, hot and at times a bit chilly. As we were running I was asked a lot of questions like: How do you manage to just run on the trails and not knowing where you are (or at least my new friends did not know where they were 😉 )? And what shoes should I go buy for trail running? Will my Garmin Forerunner GPS watch be ok for trail running?

 

And so they kept asking me questions. One of them more challenging than the other. But when one girl at some point asked if she HAD to bring a pack as the weather was changing quite a bit on this particular Saturday, I had to answer her that choosing the right cloth from the start can do quite a lot to your comfort during a run.

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If I should recommend one single little item it would be the Smartwool arm warmers. They are among my very favorite gear for running in the fall and commuting to the office as well.

 

With arm warmers made from wool, you get a very versatile piece of gear that will keep you warm when wet and the wind is tough. When it becomes warmer you can roll down the arm warmers. When having a break you can roll them up again.

 

So when it comes to a small not expensive piece of gear with a lot of options I can fully recommend the Smartwool arm warmers. It even comes in both dull black and a colorful option 😀
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Filed Under: Adventure Race, Frontnews, Gear news, Gear tip, Mountainbike, Outdoor, Running, Trail running Tagged With: adventureracing, arm warmers, smartwool, wool

GEARnews: Ultimate Direction Fastpack 20

13. August 2014 By Bjarke Rosenbeck Leave a Comment

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Simplicity in a brand new pack from Ultimate Direction

 

The brand new Fastpack 20 for this fall is build for longer runs in the mountains, day hikes and events like the OMM mountain marathon and adventureracing.

 

On the front you have access to two large pockets that can hold two bottles of water or your GPS, phone or other accessories. Also you have a few smaller pockets for perhaps your  energy gels. The main compartment can hold your gear and also a hydration system if you wish so.  It has a tight fit with everything from 15 liters to 23 liters says Ultimate Direction.

 

The pack has stretch pockets on the sides that will hold almost anything, and the huge rear stretch pocket allows gear to be quickly stowed or used as needed.

 

The main compartmens closes with a waterproof roll top closure ans is said to be waterresistant. We love the iedea off no zippers as they are often the weak spot of such a rucksack.

 

Unique to the Fastpack is Ultimate Direction’s InfiKnit construction: the back panel and shoulder straps are made from one piece of custom-made fabric, which eliminates contact with all seams.

 

If we are so lucky as to get to test one this fall, we will bruing a full review here on GEARcatalyst.com.

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SPECS & DETAILS

 

  • Patent-pending Infiknit harness is a continuous, seamless back panel and shoulder strap system to prevent abrasion and discomfort
  • Large, main roll-top compartment expands from 15L to 23L
  • Rear stretch-mesh pocket with low-profile daisy chain system
  • Water bottle compatible front pockets also fold flat to store other items
  • Dual adjustable sternum straps and side straps for stability and fit
  • Integrated side compression Z-straps for varying load capacities
  • Removable foam back panel for comfort
  • Available in 2 sizes

Sizing at Chest (Unisex):

S/M: 24″ – 40″ / 58 cm – 91 cm

M/L: 32″ – 46″ / 81 cm – 112 cm

Measure wearing the clothes you intend to wear

A pack full of gear will fit smaller

 

Specs:

  • Capacity: 15L – 23L / 915 – 1403 cubic inches
  • Weight: 1 lb 3 oz / 535g
  • Dimensions: 20″ x 11.75″ x 9.5″ / 51 cm x 30 cm x 24 cm
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Filed Under: Adventure Race, Frontnews, Gear news, Outdoor, Running, Trail running Tagged With: adventureracing, packs, running, running packs, trail running, Ultimate Direction, ultra running

24 Hour Meals Blå Band Expedition meals

24. July 2014 By Bjarke Rosenbeck Leave a Comment

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The market for freeze-dried food for the hungry adventurer is currently overflowed with different, good alternatives. These products are commonly characterized by low weight, long shelf life, high nutritional value and easy preparation.

When you choose among the many different dishes, properties such as calories contra weight and nutritional content has to be considered to ensure that your daily energy needs are met. Other factors that come into play is cooking time, and if the declared time is consistent with the perceived time it takes to prepare the meal. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Adventure Race, Frontnews, Gear test, Outdoor Tagged With: adventureracing, food, freeze dried, outdoor, ultra running

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