http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/ Discussion of technical apparel as it pertains to expedition travel.Sponsored by Mountain Khakis en Sun, 19 May 2013 07:59:41 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/images/misc/rss.png http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/ http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110645-Hiking-boots?goto=newpost Mon, 13 May 2013 13:03:54 GMT I need some ideas for a decent hiking boot in the $150 range, normally I wear a pair of trail shoes for any hiking that I do. However this summer I'll be carrying my son in a Kelty child carrier, and with the extra weight, I want more support and ankle roll protection. Hikes are almost always under 10 miles, rocky Appalachia type terrain. ]]> Adventure Clothing Storz http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110645-Hiking-boots http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110547-Tilley-airflow-Hat?goto=newpost Sun, 12 May 2013 15:28:22 GMT We just purchased a pair of these hats and cannot wait to try them out. The ones we found have the rear and side curtains that will Velcro under your chin. They should work very well for us during our hiking adventures in the southwest.. We just purchased a pair of these hats and cannot wait to try them out. The ones we found have the rear and side curtains that will Velcro under your chin. They should work very well for us during our hiking adventures in the southwest.. ]]> Adventure Clothing rubicondon53 http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110547-Tilley-airflow-Hat http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110252-OEX-13-TAD-Shemaghs?goto=newpost Fri, 10 May 2013 20:29:11 GMT We're very excited to see you guys next week at the Expo. There's some cool things in the works and hope you swing by and say hello. It'd always nice to put a face to a name.

Additionally, while sales (apologies in advance), just a quick heads up that T-Skull Shemaghs are back in stock for those interest. ]]> Adventure Clothing JJSteeley http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/110252-OEX-13-TAD-Shemaghs http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/109726-Cheap-lightweight-antimicrobial-shirts-tanks-and-undies?goto=newpost Thu, 09 May 2013 04:54:28 GMT Saw these on Gear Patrol a couple days ago. Ordered a shirt for myself and a cami for my wife; hope to get some thoughts together soon on them. http://www.uniqlo.com/us/mens-clothing/collections/mens-airism-collection Saw these on Gear Patrol a couple days ago. Ordered a shirt for myself and a cami for my wife; hope to get some thoughts together soon on them.

http://www.uniqlo.com/us/mens-clothi...ism-collection ]]> Adventure Clothing Tinker http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/109726-Cheap-lightweight-antimicrobial-shirts-tanks-and-undies http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/107591-Breitling-Emergency-II-A-Satellite-Distress-Signal-On-Your-Wrist?goto=newpost Thu, 02 May 2013 19:29:20 GMT http://gizmodo.com/breitling-emergen...l-on-487271786

Breitling's original Emergency watch first launched back in 1995 and was able to broadcast a distress signal on the 121.5 MHz analog band allowing ships, planes, and other vehicles to track it. But if your approximate location wasn't already known, it made locating the signal a bit tricky. So Breitling is introducing an upgraded version of the watch—the Emergency II—that adds the ability to send a distress signal to satellites circling overhead, so no matter where on Earth you're lost, you can be found.





The Emergency II still broadcasts a 121.5 MHz analog signal, but that alternates with the new 406 MHz digital signal which can be tracked by the five COSPAS-SARSAT search and rescue satellites. To ensure the signal isn't accidentally triggered, the user has to pull out a set of long antennas on either side of the watch, and the emergency signals will alternately broadcast for up to 24 hours with the Emergency II's built-in rechargeable battery.

Made from titanium so that it's all but guaranteed to survive whatever emergency situation you find yourself in, the Emergency II will cost you just under $19,000. An expensive investment, for sure, but one you'll be glad you made if and when it saves your life one day.


]]> Adventure Clothing Beowulf http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/107591-Breitling-Emergency-II-A-Satellite-Distress-Signal-On-Your-Wrist http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/106509-Breitling-updates-the-Emergency-watch?goto=newpost Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:53:43 GMT http://www.ablogtowatch.com/breitling-emergency-ii-hands-on-truly-global-rescue-beacon-in-a-watch/ Breitling has a new version of its Emergency watch. The new model broadcasts an emergency signal on two frequencies, one monitored by satellite. This will be on the Christmas list of all Overland... http://www.ablogtowatch.com/breitlin...on-in-a-watch/

Breitling has a new version of its Emergency watch. The new model broadcasts an emergency signal on two frequencies, one monitored by satellite. This will be on the Christmas list of all Overland International employees. Price: $15K. ]]> Adventure Clothing haven http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/106509-Breitling-updates-the-Emergency-watch http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/105626-Interview-with-former-CEO-of-Wilis-amp-Geiger?goto=newpost Sat, 27 Apr 2013 11:24:04 GMT The Great Lost Expedition Brand
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I used to be a fan of Willis & Geiger, the old expedition clothing company, before Lands End shut them down. I stumbled upon this fairly recent interview with Burt Avedon, the former CEO of Willis & Geiger. I’ve always wondered why Lands End, instead of just sitting on the name after shutting it down, didn’t just sell it to someone else. Burt reveals that they got more than 48 bids from major quality companies, but LE purposely mothballed it to keep from being embarrassed if it became successful. Seems like a useless waste of brand with tons of history and esteem.

He also made a highly astute note that a company has to be headed by people in tune with the brand’s essence and heritage. Something I think is lost on the many other companies that have tried to ape and imitate W&G's image.. ]]> Adventure Clothing Memnon http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/105626-Interview-with-former-CEO-of-Wilis-amp-Geiger http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/103300-TAD-Stealth-LT-Hoodie-Seamtaped-softshell?goto=newpost Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:39:56 GMT It's been too long since I've said hi :wavey: but that's going to change, starting now. I'm not sure if you guys caught Triple Aught Design's newsletter today but the one and only Matt Scott was quoted in there. See for yourself!

We're definitely looking forward to seeing you guys at OEX!

This won't be a habit but I wanted to let you all know that the Stealth LT Hoodie is making its first appearance this year. Winter, spring, summer or fall - this is the one jacket you'll reach for.



It's Friday so you know what that means: :camping: ]]> Adventure Clothing JJSteeley http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/103300-TAD-Stealth-LT-Hoodie-Seamtaped-softshell