Lots of new ultralight tents and stoves coming soon

Yeah I was looking hard at the xtherm but am going to hold off now, I would love to walk around that show one day
 
Seems like the new MSR windboiler (15.2oz) is heavier than the existing Reactor /14.7oz)? Does anyone see any advantages to the new stove?
 
I spoke with a company called Catoma a year or two ago at shot show. I think they have a solid design but at the time didn't offer the infrastructure to break into ecommerce and other growth spectrums. I think they have a solid tent design that would work well for most of our needs. I hope to see them a lot more in the future of the hunting industry.
 
Forget the tents and stoves. Did you see that Salomon will be making mountaineering boots?!

My thoughts exactly. Definitely going to be asking my local Salomon dealers if they'll be stocking any of these boots. Would really like to see them do a non-insulated mountaineering boot not just winter orientated.
 
Wow, cool link, thx BM

Some cool stuff for sure. I do see potential problems with some of that UL stuff like the tents. I had a golite Sl5 that was 30 denier and my dog stepped on the side causing a 30" long rip. I can't imagine how fragile some of that 10 denier stuff is on a hunt in the backcountry- something to be said for bulletproof
 
Wow, cool link, thx BM

Some cool stuff for sure. I do see potential problems with some of that UL stuff like the tents. I had a golite Sl5 that was 30 denier and my dog stepped on the side causing a 30" long rip. I can't imagine how fragile some of that 10 denier stuff is on a hunt in the backcountry- something to be said for bulletproof

SL5 is 15D I believe
 
http://www.blog.aventurenordique.com/nouveaux-matelas-neoair-xlite-et-xtherm-pour-2015/

Here is a link from Europe that has the x-therm max. Can't read it but I can convert the measurements.
Large is rectangular 25x77 22.5oz and r value of 5.7

Translated using by Google...

New mattresses and NeoAir Xlite XTherm 2015
July 20, 2014 | Add Comment
Therm-A-Rest, the specialist mattress camping and hiking just unveiled at the 2014 outdoor show in Friedrichshafen (Germany), the third version mattresses NeoAir Xlite and XTherm Max . These ultralight mattresses have been improved over previous models, which certainly will appeal to fans of lightweight backpacking. After you have submitted the second version , here are the details of the mattress 3 rd generation expected for 2015!

thermarest-NeoAir-XTherm-maxNew mattresses and Max XTherm NeoAir Xlite from Thermarest



In 2015, inflatable mattresses and XTherm NeoAir Xlite to benefit from new soft tissue slip that add more comfort against the skin and will go better nights, sure. Indeed, the fabric used is much quieter than previous versions. It only gives the sensation of fine paper in aluminum creases as soon as we reach! Moreover, the tissue is more opaque NeoAir Xlite. You do not see-through, the inside of the tubes. In summary, the tissue is better bill more agreeable to the touch, less transparent and seems stronger.



NeoAir XTherm and NeoAair XTherm Max
The range of mattresses isolated XTherm will also be changed. The mummy model will be available in Regular size (51 x 183 cm) and Large (63 x 196 cm). The sizes 119 cm and 168 cm are no longer manufactured. By cons, Thermarest expanded the range by offering, for comfort rectangular models: XTherm Max Regular size (51 x 183 cm) and Large (63 x 196 cm). Mattresses XTherm Max offer more surface for comfort in extreme conditions and for large sizes. Despite the changes in tissue weights mummy size 2 models remain unchanged.

Technical Details NeoAir XTherm (Mummy)
Size: Regular (51 x 183 cm) and Large (63 x 196 cm).
Weight: Regular (430g) and Large (570g).
Thickness: 6,3cm
R-Value: 5.7
Made in Ireland
Color: Vapor
pump Comes with a bag of medium size, a storage bag and repair kit.

Technical Details NeoAir XTherm Max (Rectangular)
Size: Regular (51 x 183 cm) and Large (63 x 196 cm).
Weight: Regular (490g) and Large (640g).
Thickness: 6,3cm
R-Value: 5.7
Made Ireland
Color: Vapor
pump Comes with a bag of medium size, a storage bag and repair kit.



Mattresses XTherm mummy and rectangular shapedXTherm mattress and XTherm Max mummy and rectangular shaped



NeoAir Xlite and Xlite Women
The NeoAir Xlite is the lightest of the range Thermarest inflatable mattress. It also features the new tissue (weights remain unchanged). The woman model (168cm) has an extra layer that provides ThermaCapture more heat to people who tend to be cold at night. The Xlite is available in 4 sizes S (51 x 119 cm), R (51 x 183 cm), L (63 x 196 cm) and Wr (women: 51 x 166 cm). The Xlite is made only shaped mummy.

Technical Details NeoAir Xlite
Size: Small (51 x 119 cm), Regular (51 x 183 cm), Large (63 x 196 cm) and Wr (51 x 168 cm)
Weight: Small (230g), Regular (350g) Large (460g) and Wr (340g)
Thickness: 6.3 cm
R-Value: 3.2
Made in Ireland
Colour: Marigold and Lemon Curry (Xlite Women's)
These models come with a storage bag and repair kit
 
A mountaineering boot is not new for Salomon. I have a all leather ice climbing boot from them, that is at least 10 years old. It is my favorite boot for winter climbing, and ice. So if they are making something new, it will be great.
 
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