Pugski at Outdoor Retailer Summer Marketplace 2017

[Tricia]

This is the final year that Outdoor Retailer will be taking place in Utah and we're here getting the scoop on the new technology that will help you hit the trials, hit the water, or get off the grid.
We kicked things off with a Facebook live this morning and will be covering more events as the week takes shape.
Tell us what you want to see and we'll do what we can to get a closer look.

 

[Tricia]

A few of the things we saw at Media Night
Cauldryn - Its a thermo insulated hydration flask with a rechargeable battery to actually heat water to make your favorite hot drink while getting off the grid.
It also has an ac adapted stand for quick heating of a beverage in your car.

Dometic -
Its a cooler with a compressor like your refrigerator that keeps your stuff cold, and can actually freeze your stuff. Retails for $749.00
Requires some kind of plug in like your car, or a solar panel(sold separately)
The unit show weighs 38 lbs without food in it.
The recommended solar set up was the Yeti Goal Zero 400

 

[Tricia]

The big news at the show has been solar powered options for getting off the grid with some of the conveniences we've grown accustomed to.
This solar panel can charge this power source - Both from Outdoor Tech.

Superfeet is making shoes.
For my personal fit, the arches fit much like their footbeds, so if they fit you, these shoes will probably fit you.

Yeti has a limited edition color. I don't think you'd get this mixed up with @Drahtguy Kevin's Yeti

Indie is one of many officially registered dogs. She is demonstrating the K9 Back Pack fitted for your furry friends.
At this time they're rated up to 30 lbs, but they're working on some packs that will rate as much as 60 lbs.

The Catalyst electronic protection for Apple products promises to be one of the most waterproof protection for everything Apple, from your iPad, Apple watch, or iPhone.
We have a few samples we're going to test to let you know how they work.

This last photo is a tease for a video we're going to be doing today with Yakima. Its clear that Yakima is a serious rack company for serious adventurers.
Look for our video today on Facebook, which will also be posted here on Pugski.com

 

[Philpug]

Outdoor Tech is offering a real cool power pack to charge your stuff

Superfeet is expanding their footbed experience into a footwear line

Salomon's new hiking boot

Liek this hat design? thinking about it for the next Pugski hat. Post your thoughts

Lowa is still offering some serious boots for the coming winter

Merrell had a real good looking booth.

 

[Tricia]

A few more images from the show. Its amazing the variety of things you see here, from serious back country to fun water sports, to everything in between.

To get things rolling today, lets think about playing on the water with some fun blow up toys!

Cat Crap is something we talk about for winter use and goggle defogging, but cat crap lip balm is something I'm scratching my head about. I'm sure it works, but cat crap on your lips??

Khombu Shoes, for winter and summer. We look forward to seeing more of what they have. I will say, their sandals are some of the most comfortable things I've ever felt.

WaterProof hand held to use your phone like a GoPro. We have one of these to work with and used it to take some video. Will share it soon!

@dean_spirito @kimmyt and a few others will enjoy this boot. I was amazed at how many people were hanging out, placing orders and playing with Kala.
Disconnect with a Kala

RMU is a name we associate with skis, but here they are with serious packs, dog collars that turn into dog water bowls, and other fun stuff.
On top of all that, they've opened up a tavern in Breckenridge https://rmuoutdoors.com/pages/rmu-tavern

Arcade Belts are something many of you have heard of, and some of you have used. This stretchy, functional, fashionable belt.

Cody Townsend is one of the founders, we happened to see at this booth. The dude is always smiling.

We've been seeing a rise in bear encounters with our members. You'll be happy to know there are a variety of bear sprays and vessels to carry bear spray when you're hiking, camping or just out enjoying nature.

Tecnica came out with a new hiking shoe that is heat moldable and customized called the Forge. We had the chance to see a few people get fitted while we were there.
Price point is $250.00, available in shops that are equipped to fit.

Still sorting out notes and photos. Will share more as things get sorted.

 

[Blue Streak]

How about a backpack-able Shotzski, preferably carbon fiber.
And some instant Blanton's powder.
Summer?
We don't need no stinking summer.

 

[Tricia]

How about a backpack-able Shotzski, preferably carbon fiber.
And some instant Blanton's powder.
Summer?
We don't need no stinking summer.

Hi. Nice seeing you around here.

 

[dean_spirito]

Very cool to see all those pretty ukuleles!

Also nice to see RMU representing! My friend Ethan Swadburg was coaching at Windells this summer. He is on the RMU pro team and actually has a pro model ski that he designed. They sent him one of those packs and I had a chance to check it out. Great product!