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CATEGORIESFrom the abiding warmth of Australian Merino sheep to the timeless shield of Airstream trailers, outdoor manufacturers, showcased at the industry's premier trade event, have you covered this winter and well beyond.
The Woolmark Company, propagators of wool-based technologies used bybrands around the world. took the media preview event by Utah storm with MerinoPerform TM WP. Created from pure Merino, this wind and rain resistant, breathable fabric is more weather-fighting wolf than cuddly sheep in tough conditions; outer shells is where it will show up in the next 12 months.
Less difficult conditions suit MerinoPerform TM Pro, a next-to-skin knitted fabric with moisture-wicking properties that mark it as stiff (soft, actually) competition for polyester blends.Thermoregulation is part of the game now, with current products from leading brands employing wool to add insulation with similar odor resistance as MerinoPerformTM Pro.
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If getting out there means basecamp is more than a thin layer of nylon between you and 50mph gales,the Limited Edition Pendleton National Park Foundation Airstream Travel Trailer is your new home. Announced today, $1,000 of the $114,000 price tag goes into service for the nation's parks.
Only 100 are being produced, filled with the richness of Pendleton wool and benefiting projects at Grand Canyon and Glacier National Parks. Active Junky relished the 28' by nearly 8 1/2" footprint that sleeps up to six in the comfort of a 25,000BTU heater accompanied by a three-burner cooktop. Spring for the optional solar package and power patio awning and sunnier days make the Edition a year-round respite.
Stay close for more news at the Active Junky team pushes through the rain and snow in Salt Lake City to bring you shelters from the storm along with plenty of trave technology and everyday apparel.
