The Oakley ARO7 Road helmet offers cyclists performance on point with its integrated Prizm™ lens, low drag design, and superb ventilation, ensuring comfort, speed, and safety.
The Oakley ARO7 Road is the ultimate choice for performance-driven cyclists. Its integrated Prizm™ lens and stealth design are engineered for low drag and maximum efficiency, giving cyclists the competitive edge they need with a range of clever features and great ventilation. “The no-tail shell shape encourages varying body positions, making it an overall better fit for multiple use cases. Whether it’s a big race, training, or simply a day ride, ARO7 Road is as dynamic as your schedule“, explains Dirk Wan, Oakley Lead Product Designer on the project. So the helmet is an overall multi-talent for different days, rides and purposes. It also allows cyclists to appreciate a wide range of innovative features.
The helmet's internal ventilation channels link the front and rear vents, boosting airflow over the head to regulate body temperature and keep you cool during intense rides. The Ionic+ lining covers key contact points on the head, releasing silver ions when wet to prevent sweat buildup and enhance comfort, which ultimately also creates a longer-lasting product. The ARO7 Road features a BOA 360° adjustment system with an adjustable dial for a secure, precise fit and enhanced safety. The improved shell shape of the helmet sits lower on the head, offering better balance and a more natural adaptation to the contours of the head.
Located at the front of the helmet, the integrated Prizm™ lens uses a unique magnetic system to stay firmly in place. The system is designed to ensure the lens is correctly positioned for minimal drag, quick attaching, removal, and stowage. Just like with a traditional pair of glasses, the integrated lens can be stowed on top of the helmet using the same hidden magnetic system.
The integrated Prizm™ Lens feels familiar yet fresh and progressive. Its cut is inspired by Oakley’s popular Sutro frame and features a disruptive cylindrical lens. With extensive user testing, the team was able to determine the best lens shape, integration function, and fit. Because of this, the lens does not crash into the face and allows the rider to comfortably wear prescription eyewear underneath.
If things heat up on the ride, no need to sweat — the lens uses the same anti-fog coating as Oakley’s Motocross goggles.
The North Face Summit VECTIV™ Pro 2 is a fusion of stabilizing footplate, rockered midsole geometry and high-traction outsole - a trail running shoe for peak performance on race day. The shoe is a centerpiece of the brand’s new and improved Summit Series Trail Running collection, showcasing passion-driven innovation.
Building upon the success of its predecessor and crafted in collaboration with elite athletes worldwide, The North Face Summit VECTIV™ Pro 2 combines a tried and tested concept - a stabilizing footplate, rocker midsole geometry, and a high-traction outsole to turn energy into momentum. This latest iteration also sports a range of new and improved components, including a forked footplate configuration and more responsive foams, ensuring maximum energy transfer with every step. This includes the debut of the brand’s so-called DREAM Foam midsole technology: an innovative midsole that softens hard impacts on the trail with feather-light cushioning and higher rebound.
At the heart of these shoes lies the VECTIV™ 2.0 carbon-fiber plate, providing stability and energy efficiency on rugged terrain. Powered by a super-high-rebound foam, each stride is supported with extra force, propelling runners toward the finish line. The midsole foam is an innovative cushioning technology that offers an incredibly lightweight, soft, and bouncy underfoot experience with great resiliency throughout the life of the shoe. A seamless integration of an internal debris bootie ensures a snug yet comfortable fit.
The innovative sole unit features a VECTIV™ 2.0 rockered midsole, complete with stability wings and a forked design for enhanced traction on technical terrain. This rockered midsole geometry not only provides forward propulsion but also ensures underfoot stability, crucial for navigating challenging trails.
With a midsole stack height of 32 mm at the heel and a 6 mm offset, these shoes strike the perfect balance between cushioning and responsiveness. Paired with an outsole featuring 3.5 mm lugs optimized for trail terrain, you can expect unrivaled grip in any conditions.
The Summit VECTIV™ Pro 2 boasts a seamlessly engineered upper made from 92 percent recycled materials, reinforced with high-tenacity yarns offering both durability and an eco-conscious approach.
Overall, The North Face Summit VECTIV™ Pro 2 is also the result of countless hours of research and testing by the team and their athletes and with that also a true reflection of the brand’s slogan “athlete tested, expedition proven.“
With over 165 podium finishes and 94 wins and counting, the success also shows how the brand continues to push the boundaries of trail running with its VECTIV Pro Series. Not only does The North Face Summit VECTIV™ Pro 2 help with conquering new trail terrains, winning races, and running faster, but it also convinced the ISPO Award jury as a true state-of-the-art trail running shoe.
Anyone who thinks coffee enjoyment and the outdoors don't go together is mistaken. No Normal Coffee can impress with its innovative coffee in a tube.
The perfect caffeine kick for outdoor adventures – No Normal Coffee offers coffee in a tube. In a tube? Yes, you read that right. Designed specifically for outdoor enthusiasts, this tube coffee impresses with its exceptional taste. Whether you're hiking or wild camping, this innovative coffee solution offers countless ways to enjoy it, with or without water.
"We involved over 50 outdoor enthusiasts in the development of our coffee. We interviewed them, observed them, and accompanied them on their adventures while putting our product to the test," says Alexander Häberlin, CMO of No Normal Coffee. "In collaboration with three different partners in food development, we tested 15 recipes, ultimately choosing our favorite: No Normal Coffee - Dark Roast."
The young Swiss company targets outdoor enthusiasts who are dissatisfied with the currently available options and seek a versatile yet portable coffee solution. This allows them to carry about 20 cups of delicious coffee in their backpack – whether climbing the world's highest peaks, walking the dog, or even baking at home.
As the company is currently entering the market, the excitement over winning the ISPO Award is even greater. "Since we are still in such an early stage of our company and Outdoor by ISPO is meant to be our official launch, winning the award is the ultimate proof that all the hard work and dedication of the past year have paid off," says Co-Founder Häberlin. "It shows that our product has the potential to revolutionize how outdoor enthusiasts enjoy their coffee during their adventures."
Traditionally, the market has been dominated by instant coffee powders or brewed beans. No Normal Coffee aims to change this and revolutionize the outdoor coffee experience. Made from Arabica beans, their coffee also stands out for its sustainable values: it is Fairtrade certified and uses organic Swiss beet sugar. The sugar is sourced locally within a five-kilometer radius around the production site.
The aluminum tube makes No Normal Coffee not only long-lasting but also environmentally friendly. The tube protects the creamy content from external influences and can be easily recycled after use. Moreover, the company plans to manufacture the tube from 100% recycled aluminum in the future, further improving its environmental footprint.
“It is the first true outdoor coffee developed for every adventure, impressing with its amazing taste, portability, and versatility,” Häberlin asserts. “Our coffee allows users to enjoy their caffeine boost in a million different ways, no matter where they are, with or without water.”
The Swiss company achieves its convincing taste from concentrated coffee extracted from brewed coffee to retain its rich properties. This ensures a flavor that stands out distinctly from instant alternatives. “Delicious, portable, and versatile coffee that requires no refrigeration and lasts all season long,” Häberlin describes the additional benefits of No Normal Coffee. “It’s the only coffee you can drink and eat! You can also use our coffee as a spread on chocolate or a banana, mixed into a pre-workout shake, for brownies, or for espresso martinis. We’ve tested No Normal Coffee in the most extreme situations where water might be scarce, as well as in fun baking experiments.”
We’d say that coffee from a tube fits into any backpack. So why not pack this small upgrade for your outdoor adventure? We can’t think of a single reason not to.
The KEEN Hyperport H2 Sandal blends hyper-comfort and sustainability for the outdoor enthusiast. The extremely light and PFAS-free sandal combines superior traction with anti-odor and antibacterial properties, making it the perfect product to be granted an ISPO Award 2024.
Designed part sandal-part hiker, the all-new KEEN Hyperport H2 Sandal blends freedom and protection making it the go-to tool for all kinds of summer outdoor adventures. It takes the brand’s globally revered adventure icon, the Newport H2, as a design blueprint and recharges the Newport’s best features with a focus on sustainability. At their meeting in the spring of 2024, the jury of the ISPO Awards decided to honor this innovative product with the coveted prize.
Jeroen Meijer, KEEN’s Senior Marketing Manager EMEA, explained: “Inspiration and insight for the brief for the Hyperport was to create a next generation of the Newport for the modern fan. The Newport is our founding model, as 20 years ago, we revolutionized the outdoor adventure industry with the introduction of the original Keen Newport hybrid sandal. The main objective for the Hyperport was to be lighter weight and even more comfortable. We looked at modern constructions with KEEN DNA design elements. So, the big update from the Newport to Hyperport is the injected EVA midsole using a compound called Kalibrate+ foam. It’s soft and tuned for cushioning but retains responsiveness, to be a more active product compared to a recovery sandal.”
Based in Portland, Oregon, USA, KEEN is a values-led, family-owned shoemaker. Since 2003, the company has been designing, making, and distributing comfortable, innovative footwear that lasts. KEEN believes that the fate of our planet and the people who live on it is in our collective hands. As shoemakers, KEEN is determined to reduce the impact of how they make shoes while abiding by the values of being original in everything they do, creating with conscience, doing the right thing (together), and using profits to do good.
The PFAS-free KEEN Hyperport H2 Sandal is a great example of how the company puts its philosophy into practice. It is distinguished by its commitment to environmental responsibility, including Eco Anti-Odor technology for natural, pesticide-free odor control. The quick-dry lining and antibacterial properties keep the sandal fresh and ready for any adventure, in keeping with KEEN’s commitment to sustainability.
For superior traction, especially on wet surfaces, the sandal incorporates Aquagrip rubber into its design. The high-rebound, injected foam midsole of the KEEN Hyperport H2 Sandal is remarkably thick yet surprisingly light, providing exceptional cushioning. The in-sole features a shock-absorbing foam and built-in arch support ensuring all-day comfort and robust support during high-impact activities.
Designed for ease and efficiency, the Hyperport H2 features a quick-cinch bungee lacing system for easy on/off, ideal for those with active outdoor lifestyles. Its pull-on design is enhanced by extra stretch in the mesh upper, which comfortably conforms to the foot and is secured by durable, adjustable straps.
Boasting generous space in the toe box and across the forefoot for your toes to spread, the fit of the Hyperport H2 is roomy, offering a comfortable experience straight from the box. Responsibly made in Cambodia, the Hyperport H2 uses washable polyester webbing and non-marking multi-directional lugs for increased traction, ensuring performance without compromising environmental integrity.
When rewarding the KEEN Hyperport H2 with the ISPO Award 2024, the jury found that the sandal not only supports adventurous spirit but also promotes the health of the planet by offering a blend of performance, durability, and eco-friendliness. The sandals are available in a variety of sizes and colors, meeting the needs of adventurers seeking responsible, high-performance footwear.
The Feather Flight Carry On trolley from Kathmandu redefines the travel experience: weighing just 1.6 kilograms and with a generous packing volume of 40 litres, it is one of the lightest carry-on suitcases in its class.
The New Zealand outdoor brand, Kathmandu, drew on its experience in designing hiking backpacks to create this rolling case, using a design principle that emphasises lightness and stability. The triangular, grid-shaped Lattice structure in the hard shell saves weight and gives the pack a high degree of torsional rigidity. The shell is only 2.6 millimetres thick, yet it is extremely stable and durable. Such a lightweight makes it easy to carry, and glide effortlessly over cobblestones.
Kathmandu uses 93 per cent recycled nylon 6 and combines it with recycled UHMWPE (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene). UHMWPE is highly resistant to tearing and abrasion, meaning the trolley is highly durable and ensures an extended lifespan. All other details have been designed with weight and practicality in mind, including a mono handle that can be adjusted to three different lengths.
The design offers maximum storage space for a carry-on size, with a volume of 40 litres. The 15" laptop compartment and zipped pockets make the trolley the perfect travel companion for a variety of adventures.
The product is specifically targeted at those looking for a lightweight travel option and is designed to meet the needs of the modern traveller. The Feather Flight is available in a range of colour options including Black Stingray, Dark Eddy and Hut Orange.
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