New styles, products and updates on old favories are among the autumn outdoors highlights available now.
Maybe you need a new pair of boots, some warm workout gear or something else, or just want to splurge. Don’t forget, too, that the holiday shopping season shouldn’t be put off until later. Start early! Take a look at these new items for the outdoors scene.
Arc’teryx Cerium Hoody
Arc’teryx aims to use the best materials to create the most refined and durable products possible. The Cerium Hoody redesign reduces the product’s carbon footprint while remaining the same focused and functional favorite many have grown to love. Designed for the changing seasons when you need warmth but can do without the bulk, the Cerium Hoody employs only necessary features and ultralight fabrics. Designed for maximum performance and minimal impact in mind, the Cerium is an efficient mid-layer.
- 850 fill Responsible Down Standard goose down for premium warmth and comfort
- Dope dyed face fabric and biopolymer liner are less resource-intense
- Down Composite Mapping strategically places synthetic insulation for moisture prone areas
Dansko Bel, Karmel
Dansko’s history of comfortable footwear continues this fall with the Bel clog. It has a leather-covered dual density EVA footbed with memory foam for comfort and support. The Bel also has a lightweight EVA outsole. It’s perfect to pair with jeans to wear from work to a night out with friends. Also available this fall is the Karmel, a lightweight, waterproof rain bootie. The Karmel has an I’m green™ carbon negative Biobased EVA (more than 50 percent), which is lightweight and durable. It also has a removable, energy return EVA footbed with Dansko Natural Arch® technology for added support.
Nomadix Puffer Blanket
The new Nomadix Puffer Blanket is the company’s first insulated product and is made with 100-percent recycled materials. Featuring Snappy Versatility, the Puffer Blanket conveniently adjusts from a packable blanket to a cloak for hands-free wearable warmth, to a minimalist sleeping bag. The Nomadix Puffer Blanket is made with 100-percent recycled materials, is water resistant, sand- and pet hair-proof, features anchoring corners, and is machine washable. Take it with your Nomadix blanket for trips to the beach or camping, and you’ll be set.
prAna Women’s Ice Flow
The women’s Ice Flow line accompanies the prAna debut into the cold-weather active space. It combines outdoor lifestyle with yoga/active. It also is ideal as a second layer for the outdoor enthusiast who loves to hike, walk, run, and explore in colder weather. For autumn outdoors trips when it’s nippy, these would be toasty warm.
The new line includes the Ice Flow Long Sleeve, Ice Flow Half Zip, Ice Flow Legging and Ice Flow Jacket. All are $99 to $140. The bluesign® product is produced in a Fair Trade CertifiedTM factory. It features a peached face fabric with a brushed interior which makes it warm while providing support, stretch, and recovery. Tops feature secure zip pockets and extended sleeves with thumbholes.
Vasque Breeze
Vasque Footwear introduces a modern take on the fan-favorite Breeze boot that defined a generation of outdoor exploration. For 2022, the Breeze takes the best elements that each iteration has provided over the last 18 years and combines those with sustainable, durable materials at every turn. Vasque is a family-owned company with more than 55 years of experience in the outdoor footwear sector.
Opinel No. 07 My First Opinel Knife
The No. 07 My First Opinel Folding Knife features a rounded blade tip for added safety. The knife also utilizes Opinel’s patented Virobloc locking ring, which keeps the blade locked during transport and securely opened while in use. It comes in a variety of colors. It is the perfect scout knife for children looking to learn useful knife skills like carving, whittling, preparing food and more! This is a great knife to have in a pack for autumn outdoors outings, or even while trail running or biking. The blade is sharp and can handle various tasks, be re-sharpened, and yet the knife is lightweight and designed to fit comfortably in your hand.
