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BEHIND THE SCENES
THE DETAILS
EXPERIENCE
WHAT TO PACK
THE FORECAST
F/W ’15 COLLECTION
THE LOFT JACKET
THE 10TH MOUNTAIN
WINTER ADVENTURE
IS THIS THE YEAR FOR
SHOT IN NORWAY
& THE CITYSCAPE
DIVISION HUTS
MUST-HAVES
EL NIÑO?
Norway
For Fall/Winter 2015 AETHER ventured to Norway, traveling almost 20 hours to experience a country known for both stunning scenery and serious architecture—a true winter wonderland with high design. Norway’s fusion of breathtaking nature and high
few tur ns i n b et we e n p h oto g r ap h s .
design speaks to the tenants of what AETHER
After returning to Tromso, the crew flew to
was founded on, making it an ideal location to
Oslo on the southern coast. In the last few years,
showcase the new collection in the elements.
world-class architects have migrated to Oslo—the
Th e t r i p s t ar te d i n Tro m so — t he
country’s capital—visually transforming it with a
n o r t h er nm os t ci t y o n t he p lanet— w here
new, ultra-modern skyline. Many of these designs
t he crew sp e n t a few d ay s sho ot in g
served as the backdrop for the new collection.
t h e f all co ll e c t io n a g ai n s t cu t t i n g - e d g e
The resulting photographs celebrate
archi te c tu re. N ex t , t hey to o k a d ay b oa t
our Fall/ Winter 2015 range juxtaposed by
t r ip no r t h to ex p e r ie nce t he re m ote
Nor way’s breathtaking beauty and dedication
m o u n t ai n sc ap es of t h e N o r we g ian
to superior design. On the following pages,
ba ckco un t r y w he re t h ey m ana g e d to g et i n a
see images from the trip.
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Interior chest pocket with audio valve
3-layer nylon shell Weatherproof zippers
Zippered sleeve pocket
800-fill power down Adjustable bottom hem
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MEN’S
Lof t Jacket
With the Loft Jacket ($575), we took our passion
resistant, and water-repellant piece ready to
for motorcycles and combined it with our love
take on whatever winter throws at you.
for all things winter. The moto inspiration can
Oversize hand-warmer pocket s are
be seen in the details of the collar and the
easily accessible when the temperature
surprisingly slim fit for a down jacket. Made of
drops, and a zippered sleeve pocket is a great
a Japanese 3-layer nylon shell that locks out
place to stash headphones and credit cards. If
the cold while still managing to be breathable,
that isn’t enough storage, there is also a large
this jacket has an adjustable bottom hem and
lower-back pocket and t wo interior chest
contains 800-fill grey-goose down to keep
pocket s, one with an audio valve so you never
you incredibly warm. It is an insulated, wind-
miss a beat.
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Cit yscape
Thanks to 200 grams of PrimaLof t® Gold, the
dramatic aesthetic of the jacket by becoming
Cityscape ($550) is a seriously warm coat that
a pillow collar when not in use. When needed,
is waterproof, seam sealed, insulated, and
the hood offers complete defense against
wind resistant. And even with those superior
wind and snow. Stash your necessities in the
cold-weather features, the f lattering f it of this
hidden hand-warmer pockets and the interior
jacket ensures you won’t look like the Michelin
zippered chest pocket.
man (or woman) this winter. Perhaps the best par t of the Cityscape is the retractable hood, which adds to the
The Cityscape is the coat you need to survive brutal urban winters—if you are cold in this, it might be time to see the doctor.
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Retractable hood 200 grams of PrimaLoftÂŽ Gold Insulation
3-layer technical shell
Seam-sealed construction Back ruching detail
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A woman at tempts to keep snow out of the stovepipe at the Tager t Hut in 1949. Photo cour tesy of Aspen Historical Society. (Right) The Harr y Gates Hut.
Why Huts Are Sometimes Better Than Hotels
Hidden among the picturesque peaks of the Rock y Mountains are 34 quaint cabins set
excursion or just a one- or two-night jaunt. All of the huts are outf itted with basic
among the trees and scenic vistas of the
amenities: You can generally expect kitchen
deep backcountr y. In the summer they can be
utensils, a wood-burning stove for cooking
accessed by foot or bike, in the winter by skis
and heating, f irewood, and, of course, beds.
or snowshoes. The extensive system features
However, this is not a hotel; many of the rooms
a few series of huts, including the Alfred A .
are shared, and bunk beds are not uncommon.
Braun Memorial Hut System (named for the
Dinner gets carried in on your back, as does
founder of Mountain Rescue-Aspen) and the
your sleeping bag and any other personal
10th Mountain Division Huts, formed in the
items you may need (read: booze), but the trek
’80s by Aspen skiers and given their name
is well wor th it—picturesque views await no
to honor the 10th Mountain Division soldiers
matter what the time of year, as does seriously
who trained in Colorado.
impressive stargazing. It’s also hard to top the
The cozy retreats range from rustic to
lasting memories you make with the group you
palatial (most sleep up to 16) and are connected
venture with. And if you choose wisely in the
by 350 miles of routes, the majority of which
winter, backcountr y turns can also be a par t of
are approximately six or seven miles with an
the journey, which is reason enough to book a
elevation gain of about 2,000 feet. Depending
hut immediately.
on your athletic level and desire, you can
Which is actually a good idea, as they tend
choose your own adventure—a major hut-to-hut
to book up fast. huts.org
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Huts run by Colorado’s 10th Mountain Division Association
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01. The Eiseman Hut
09. The Jackal Hut
02. Broome Hut
10. Janet’s Cabin
03. The Polar Star Inn
11. Francie’s Cabin
04. Carl’s Cabin
12. Ken’s Cabin
05. The Shrine Mountain Inn
13. The Section House
06. The Peter Estin Hut
14. 10th Mountain Division Hut
07. The Fowler-Hilliard Hut
15. Point Breeze Hut
08. The Harr y Gates Hut
16. Continental Divide Cabin
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COLORADO SPRINGS
17. Vance’s Cabin
25. Barnard Hut
18. The Sangree M. Froelicher Hut
26. Goodwin- Greene Hut
19. Margy’s Hut
27. The Markley Hut
20. Betty Bear Hut
28. Tager t Hut
21. The Skinner Hut
29. Green-Wilson Hut
22. Uncle Bud’s Hut
30. The Lindley Hut
23. McNamara Hut
31. The Opa’s Taylor Hut
24. Benedict Huts
32. Friends Hut
M O U N TA I N A DV E N T U R E :
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01. Cashmere Hat, $95
04. Welded Backpack, $135
02. EG3 Snow Goggle by Electric, $220
05. Merino Base- Layer Pant, $85
03. Fusion Pant, $425
06. Hybrid Hoodie, $285
M E N ’ S PAC K I N G L I S T
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07. Explorer Sunglass, $600
10. L /S Merino Base- Layer Crew, $90
08. Cashmere Scarf, $165
11. Fusion Shell, $675
09. Fornix Backcountr y MIPS by POC, $210
12. Welded Fleece Pant, $145 13. Large Welded Duff le, $250
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01. 02.
03. 04.
05.
06. 07.
01. EG 3.5 Snow Goggle by Electric, $160
04. Merino Base- Layer Pant, $85
02. Cashmere Watch Cap, $110
05. Scout Sunglass, $600
03. Shelter Hoodie, $265
06. City Tote, $145 07. Fusion Jacket, $675
W O M E N ’ S PAC K I N G L I S T
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08. Large Pouch, $55
11. Descent Ski Pant, $375
09. Fornix Backcountr y MIPS by POC, $210
12. Color-Blocked Scarf, $135
10. Merino Base- Layer Crew, $90
13. Merino Half-Zip Sweater, $285
Is this the year for El Niño?
Every year, as soon as the first chill permeates
conversations because according to—well,
the air, snow enthusiasts begin to whisper
seemingly everyone—the return of El Niño
to each other about weather patterns, the
doesn’t seem to be as much of a rumor as a
Farmers’ Almanac, and the ever-elusive El Niño.
near guarantee.
They debate about whether or not this is “the
So what is El Niño exactly? It’s a warming
year” and how good, deep, and frequent the
of the eastern Pacific Ocean, primarily along
snow will be, all optimistic about a winter yet
the equator. Traditionally this temperature
to arrive.
change is specific to the Eastern Pacific due to
This year, you may want to pay a little more attention to those watercooler
winds that blow east to west. However, when an El Niño pattern occurs, the winds slow and (continued on the next page)
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“The outlook seems promising for skiers and boarders in California, Southern Colorado, and New Mexico.”
often reverse direction, causing the warm water
(NOA A) point toward an El Niño event this
to spread. This tends to happen every two to
year that could be the strongest of the last
seven years, always differing in intensity.
half centur y. To be more specif ic, the outlook
When strong, El Niño can change
seems promising for skiers and boarders
circulation patterns around the globe—
in California, Southern Colorado, and New
specif ically the jet stream over the Pacif ic—
Mexico, while the forecast for the Pacif ic
which translates to more frequent storms over
Nor thwest is not looking as hot (or cold rather).
the western par t of the US.
In fact, well above-average temperatures may
Let us break it down for you even more simply: It usually means more snow. In fact,
be in the cards for those par ts of the countr y. As eternal optimists who are based in
some of the predictions from the National
California, we are keeping our f ingers crossed
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
and our skis tuned.
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