This month’s new arrivals include innovative rucksacks from Aarn, premium down sleeping bags from Wechsel, lightweight technical insulation from SamBob, minimalist sandals from Bedrock, and performance eyewear from Julbo. Whether you're preparing for long-distance backpacking, summer hiking, or refining your kit for the season ahead, there are plenty of exciting new options to explore.
Aarn Packs has brought its innovative rucksack design from New Zealand to the UK backpacking market. The Mountain Magic 50L pack is extremely lightweight, made from Dyneema Gridstop material, and features light buckles and straps throughout.
The Featherlite Freedom Packs are also lightweight, constructed from durable 100D Robic material, weighing just over a kilogram for an excellent weight-to-comfort ratio. The effective hip belt allows for movement without compromising support.
Aarn’s key innovation is the balance pockets, which distribute some weight to the front, reducing strain on the back, shoulders, and lower spine, resulting in a more natural and vertical centre of gravity.
The Pyro sleeping bag line is addressed to adventurers who place high demands on their equipment. Made from recycled nylon ripstop and filled with high-quality 750 down (RDS certified), the lightweight Pyro sleeping bags guarantee the smallest pack size with high insulation capacity. In addition, the voluminous zip cover and the precisely adjustable hood protect against the cold. The practical AntiSnag slider prevents fabric snagging in the zip.
We’re excited to announce the arrival of new hoodies from SamBob, including the Basin Sun Hoodie, Octa Hoodie, and Octa Hoodie Quarter Zip, along with restocked Alpha 90 and Alpha 120 Hoodies in new colours!
The Basin Sun Hoodie is designed for those seeking feather-light sun protection. We appreciate this fabric for its lightweight, durable, and resistant qualities. The new Octa Hoodie, weighing just 134g (medium), features hollow core Octa fibres that provide impressive warmth while remaining highly breathable. The Alpha 90 and Alpha 120 Hoodies are cosy, high-performance layers that are essential when you need lightweight warmth without sacrificing quality!
Hailing from Montana, Bedrock makes rugged, adjustable sandals not just for river crossings! We've got some stock from their Cairn range, the Evo and the Evo 3D Pro.
If you're after something simple and flexible for shorter hikes or particularly enjoy the feel of barefoot shoes, the Evo adds just 210 grams per foot. With more sculpted arch support and a Vibram Megagrip sole, the Evo 3D Pro is ideal for longer hikes or conditions where a more reliable grip is required. For 222 grams per foot, the extra weight isn't a bad trade-off at all.
Julbo has introduced an impressive new selection of sunglasses in collaboration with mountain athlete Kilian Jornet. These sunglasses are designed to turn heads, and they have certainly caught our attention!
Beyond design, each model integrates Julbo’s most advanced technologies, engineered for real performance:
● The REACTIV high-contrast photochromic lenses adapt instantly to changing light conditions while enhancing contrast for precise terrain reading.
● The SPECTRON silver flash lenses provide optimal protection under intense brightness, thanks to their flash coating that improves light filtration.
● Frames tailored to specific activities, with non-slip inserts, optimised ventilation, and lightweight materials all considered.
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