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NEW GEAR BLACK DIAMOND WALL HAULER 70 RRP $449.99 Is your old haulbag broken? A bag barely alive? What if I told you BD can rebuild it. They have the technology. They can make it better than it was. Better, stronger, faster… Introducing Black Diamond’s new midsize haulbag; they’ve taken the iconic Touchstone 70 and rebuilt it from the ground up. Featuring an updated ergonomic carry system, offset handles, a redesigned rim to prevent snagging, a much appreciated roll-top closure to keep the weather out (or the stench of your shoes in), and a bunch of clever internal and external storage solutions. It’s a six million dollar bag for 0.0075% of the price (get the reference?). Coming soon to stockists near you
EDELRID SALATHE LITE RRP $229.95 Have you had a haircut recently? Well, the Edelrid Salathe has—around 20% off the top! Edelrid has stripped back the ABS plastic shell and replaced it with a futuristic material they’re calling Curv®—a thermoplastic mohawk if you will. What does this mean for you? Aside from a fresh look, you get exceptional impact resistance and shock absorption to protect your noggin for under 200g (size 1 = 176g, size 2 = 196g). Other features include: two front clips and a rear elastic strap for your headlamp or goggle, large vents to help keep it smelling fresh, and removable/washable padding in case it does get a bit stanky (godsend)! Available now at stockists near you
PATAGONIA R1 TECHFACE HOODY RRP $269.95 As a proud and devoted member of the “hoodies > jackets” club, every year, like clockwork, I’ve made the same birthday wish for my favourite technical jackets to magically sprout hoods. Well, it looks like my persistence has finally paid off! Allow me to introduce the latest member of the R1 family: the Techface Hoody. For those unfamiliar, the R1 Techface is a more weather and abrasion resistant version of the much loved R1 fleece. And now it’s got a hood (yes, the hood is helmet friendly). Nonhood features include high positioned handwarmer pockets, an adjustable pullcord hem, and a very movement-friendly cut. We’re currently testing one out so expect a longer review soon—so far we’re very impressed! Bonus: Did I mention it has a hood? Available now at Patagonia.com.au 76 WINTER 2023
