December 3, 2008

Smith Turbo Fan Goggles


The large sized Smith Knowledge OTG Turbo Fan Goggles with a Mirror Lens fit easily over your glasses, and a micro-electric fan helps prevent fogging. With a mirror lens, these goggles increase depth perception and cut down on glare. The silent, lightweight fan has a low speed for cruising, and a high speed to keep your goggles clear while you're sweating up a storm in the backcountry. The Knowledge OTG Turbo Fan Goggles' DriWix face foam won't get wet and slippery. See the sizing chart for information on lens tints.

Bottom Line: Smith's Knowledge OTG Turbo Fan Goggles with a Mirror Lens—wearing glasses under your goggles doesn't mean a day of foggy blindness anymore.

North Face Kanga Fanny Pack


The North Face Kanga Fanny Pack is great for all day trips on the weekend, with enough room for necessities to see you through to the home stretch. Featuring a large, divided main compartment, a zippered front pocket and two mesh water bottle pockets, the Kanga is equipped with an easy, quick-release buckle, a contoured and padded back panel and side compression straps to comfortably carry everything you need. Reflective elements for nighttime visibility top off this package, making the Kanga a great choice for almost any daytime activity.

  • Large, divided main compartment
  • Zippered front pocket with mesh pockets
  • Side mesh water bottle pockets
  • Easy, quick release buckle, contoured and padded back panel
  • Side compression straps and reflective safety elements

Marmot Furlong Vest and Jacket


The Furlong vest and jacket bring the functionality of softshell technology to a style that is feminine and comfortable. The softshell material that Marmot is known for keeps you dry in snow and sloppy weather and is a great windblock. The faux fur gives the Furlong a great look for skiing and around-town use.

December 2, 2008

High Loft Synthetic Insulation Layers

High loft insulation layering pieces are just the ticket for anyone getting outdoors on a regular basis. High loft is lighter and more compressible than fleece, plus it is much more wind resistant. Add to that its ability to stay warm when wet and you have the perfect layer for hikers, hunters, fishermen, cyclists and climbers.

Petzl E+Lite


The Petzl e+LITE is the first full-featured headlamp that you can truly can carry everywhere. It weighs less than 1 ounce (27 g), but features two brightness levels as well as red and white strobe modes. It is also waterproof down to 1 meter!

The Petzl eLITE headlamp is reliable in any environment, can shine up to 4 nights in a row (45 hours) on a single CR2032 lithium battery (widely available for about $1 at most drug stores), and is extremely easy to use and versatile.


Features
  • Resistant to extreme temperatures: -30C to +60C (-22F to +140F)
  • Always ready for use with a shelf life up to 10 years
  • Waterproof down to 1 meter
  • Comes with its own protective carrying case
  • Can be used in potentially explosive atmospheres
  • Compact and ultralight (less than 1 ounce)
  • Switch is designed to prevent accidental operation
  • Two brightness levels
  • Plenty of light for common tasks (shines up to 19 meters)
  • Can shine up to 4 nights in a row (45 hours)
  • Red and white strobe modes
  • Can be worn on the head, around waist or neck or can be attached to thin-edged articles with integrated clip
  • Light source can be oriented 360 degrees
  • Single red LED helps preserve night vision
pad
pad
Specifications
  • Brightness: Up to 16 Lumens
  • Beam type: Flood
  • Weight: Less than 1 ounce
  • LED: 3 super bright LEDs
  • Burn time: 35 hours (max bright setting) | 45 hours (economic setting)
  • Battery: 1 Energizer CR2032 (included). Replacement batteries are widely available at most drug stores for about $1.

Steri Pen


Recently, Becky and I spent 37 days on the Colorado Trail. We traditionally have brought chemical water treatments, but for this trip, we wanted the immediate satisfaction of gulping that cold clear Colorado water when we came upon a stream. Basically, you fill your waterbottle, pull the Steri Pen out and turn it on, place it in the water for 60 seconds and you've got water that's safe to drink. The solar charging carry case (sold separately) keeps your batteries topped off in the backcountry. The Steri Pen is lighter than pumps and quicker than chemicals. Perfect for anyone that loves the outdoors.

Unique Sweaters


Shop P&P for a wide variety of unique sweaters for men and women. We carry styles from North Face, Patagonia, Royal Robbins, Smartwool and others. You're sure to find the perfect sweater that will look great and last a lifetime.

Life Is Good Tee Shirts


A perennial favorite at Christmas, these fun tees fit well, are super comfortable and have a message that is perfect at Christmastime. Come by to shop a wide variety of tees and other Life Is Good items.

50 Hikes In Louisiana Book


Hikers can experience a surprising variety of habitats and terrains in Louisiana, ranging from hilly pine and mixed bottomland hardwood forests in the north, to the picturesque sub-delta and delta marshes of the state's southeastern tip. The state's varied habitats make it an ideal home for a surprisingly wide array of flora and fauna, and mild winters make spring and fall ideal bird-watching opportunities for hikers.

The hikes in this new guide range in length from 1/2 to 31 miles, from a casual stroll to a 3–4-day backpack. An overview chart makes it easy to choose a hike for every ability. Each hike description includes mile-by-mile directions, a topographic map, information on hiking time, mileage, and trail conditions, and knowledgeable commentary on the human and natural history you'll encounter along the way.

Patagonia Silkweight Boxers

Nothing feels better for any guy than a new pair of Patagonia Silkweight Boxers. These boxers are an addiction for some guys - owning as many as 10 different pairs! The boxers feel amazingly smooth and the cool new designs every year keep things fresh.

Life is Good PJs


Flannel Pajamas make a great gift for anyone in the family. We are stocking flannel PJ pants for Men, Women, Boys and Girls. In addition, we have a nice selection of night shirts for women. Don't forget baby bear! We have the cute new infant suits that are great for baby's first Christmas.

Power Stretch Balaclava and Gloves

Power Stretch from Malden is the perfect material for gloves and balaclavas in our area. This material fits well under another pair of gloves or a helmet, wicks moisture well and is very warm. The fleeced interior traps heat while the tight knit exterior blocks wind and gives extra durability. The perfect gift for any outdoor enthusiast.

Maxit Headgator - Camo


Staying warm used to mean bundling up in heavy clothing, but modern fibers have changed all that and it’s time for you to reap the benefits! This head gear changes from headband to neck warmer, hood, hat, balaclava, or ski band: SIX different functions in one simple, yet effective, pocket-size head covering. Demonstrates the same efficient qualities of MAXIT’s ProMAX IV apparel--soft, stretchable, warm, blocks out wind while its thermal properties maintain body temperature, lightweight, easy to care for, and quick drying.

CamelBak Mule

The CamelBak Mule gives you a hands-free way to stay hydrated during a day of hunting or fishing. A comfortable pack holds 100 oz of water along with small accessories in other parts of the pack. You can easily sip out of the unique mouthpiece while keeping your hands free for your gun or fishing rod. This is perfect for kayak fishermen, deer hunters and duck hunters.

The Predator 133 is the perfect hunting canoe for south Louisiana. Its wide beam (40.5") gives amazing stability - even with lots of decoys, dogs or even for hauling a deer out. The Predator is comfortable to paddle - tracking straight with very little effort. The built in Scotty Anchor system is a breeze to use. At 78 Lbs, it is light enough to easily carry to the water, load on a motor boat for transport or pull up into a blind.

Sunglasses for the Entire Family!


Did you know that you can shop Pack & Paddle for quality sunglasses for every member of your family? Well - maybe not your dog - but everyone else! We carry mens womens and kids styles to fit any facial shape and size. Native eyewear offers an amazing system that comes with interchangeable lenses for a variety of uses including a polarized lens set with every sunglass. Smith Optics offers unique styles for men and women in a top quality package with excellent optics and protection. If you are on a budget, check out the Suncloud glasses as well as our selection of Mountain shades for men, women and kids.

Capilene 4 Zip Neck by Patagonia

We often have folks coming in to the store looking for the warmest underwear they can find. We immediately steer them towards the Capilene 4 underwear by Patagonia. With a pedigree including the top of Everest, travels on every continent on the globe and even trips to outer space in the space shuttle, Capilene 4 is known far and wide as the best you can get when the conditions make it critical for your clothing to work well.

In our area, the Capilene 4 is perfect for a variety of cold weather activities. It is especially good for start / stop activities such as hunting trips where you may perspire walking in, then have to sit still. This is the #1 underwear for people hunting out of duck blinds and deer stands in cold weather. The secret that makes Capilene 4 so good for these activities lies in its ability to wick moisture away from your skin - whether you have heat to push the moisture out or not (a big difference from other types of underwear).
The Capilene 4 is also popular for people that are very cold natured. It's the perfect layer for skiing, hiking and even just staying warm at home.