Hyperlite 1-lb Dyneema tent empowers light, free solo adventure

Ultralight backpacking specialist Hyperlite Mountain Gear has introduced one of its most impressive packable shelters ever. Much like the 1.5-lb (680-g) Samaya Radical 1, the Hyperlite Mid 1 relies on Dyneema wunder-fabric to skin the fat off while off… Continue reading Hyperlite 1-lb Dyneema tent empowers light, free solo adventure

Temp-regulating graphene and Dyneema trail shoe sprints through winter

Graphene has worked its way into running shoes before, but Canadian startup Norda uses it in a more advanced way in its all-new 001 G+ Spike trail running shoe. The shoe’s graphene waterproof/breathable membrane keeps feet dry and also regulates temper… Continue reading Temp-regulating graphene and Dyneema trail shoe sprints through winter

High-tech 1-kilo tent built for four-season Himalayan ascents

Young French company Samaya defines an assault tent as a “tent intended for bivouacs in extreme environments, whose shape allows it to be set up on small mountain ledges or ridges” – much like the picture above. So it clearly didn’t build the new Assau… Continue reading High-tech 1-kilo tent built for four-season Himalayan ascents