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GEARnews: Ultimate Direction Fastpack 20

13. August 2014 By Bjarke Rosenbeck Leave a Comment

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.

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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#sufferbetter for spring 2015

8. August 2014 By Bjarke Rosenbeck 1 Comment

Anther look into new gear for 2015 is the upcoming gear from Patagonia. They introduce quite some news in the trail running range. And let me start with the most wierd one and yet the one I look most forward to test. From sponsored atlethes they were asked if they could not do at real shirt for runners. Not a singlet, not at traditional T-sthirt. No a real shirt that you could also use in the office.

Patagonia Long Haul Western Shirt

The result is the Patagonia Long Haul Western Shirt with a button front easy to open on the really hot days. It is the most breathable shirt Patagonia has yet produced and with venting and odor control with technology from Polygiene. Very interesting. But how will it perform compared to a traditional t-shirt. And what about the pockets on the breast and running with a vest or other hydration system? Time will tell.

Also new for next spring will be trail running packs the size of 10L and 15L.

And the #sufferbetter? It is a hashtag introduced by Patagonia and used on twitter, instagram and other social media platforms.

Also it is interesting tha Patagonia introduces a pair of nice pants with integrated belt through a small webbing.

Men’s & Women’s RPS Rock Pants

Rock, Paper, Scissors: Better your odds with the cool and confident RPS Rock Pants. The
lightest climbing pants Patagonia makes, they’re featured to pull cruxes 10 feet or 10 pitches up.

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Test of Brooks Ghost 5

29. May 2014 By Bjarke Rosenbeck Leave a Comment

The American producer Brooks launched the fifth edition of their critically acclaimed neutral running shoe, Ghost, this year. In the U.S. running magazine Runner’s Worlds autumn 2012 shoe-guide, Ghost 5 won the “Editor’s Choice” award for the third consecutive year.

Personally, I have had the opportunity to test the Ghost 5 in the course of the last few months, where I have tracked more than 400 km in the shoe. Based on the experience I have had with Ghost 5 I can only agree with Runners Worlds comment; “…the ghost is spooky good.” Ghost 5 will certainly appeal to many neutral runners, as it is an excellent running shoe, with its good fit, excellent shock absorption and broad scope. [Read more…]