Gear for the Season — Summer 2020
Oru Kayak Beach LT
Pack this kayak, a 26-pound boat that gets down to the size of a large suitcase. It’s compact enough to store in your trunk, closet or garage. On the water, the 12-foot Beach LT is stable, intended for use in smooth, calm water. It’s designed for first-time paddlers and beginners, but also fun for water enthusiasts of all levels.
$1,199 - orukayak.com
Klymit Drift Camp Pillow + Klymaloft Sleeping Pad
Car camping can be more comfortable with these versatile pieces. The pillow has a comfortable, jersey cotton inner pillowcase and a durable water resistant shell for storage and transport. The plush foam topper on the sleeping pad shapes to support your body as you move.
Camp Pillow: $39.95 Sleeping
Pad: $149.95 klymit.com
Buff Pack Run Visor and UV+ Arm Sleeves
Put these summer running essentials in your pockets to be ready for all the elements. The packable visor is four-way ultra stretch and is 95-percent recycled. The stretchy and lightweight arm sleeves offer UPF 40+ sun protection and cooling moisture management, with a silicone grip to hold the sleeves in place on your upper arms.
Pack Run Visor: $24 UV+ Arm Sleeves: $25 buffusa.com
Gregory Maven Women’s Backpacking Pack
This lightweight backpacking pack and the Paragon (mens-specific) just got updates this past spring. The packs feature a new suspension system with two flex panels in the lower back that adjust to the natural movements of your body. Easy-access pockets and stow options make it simple to access essentials like sunglasses, hydration and additional layers. Available in three capacities, starting with the Maven 48-liter.
$195.95 - $349.95 gregorypacks.com
Julbo SPARK
These sunglasses are the bridge that connects urban and sport adventures. They stay in place when you’re playing outside, and the photochromic lenses you can choose make one set of shades versatile in dim and bright conditions.
$129.95 - $219.95 julbo.com
GSI Outdoors Pinnacle Pro Stove
Take advantage of this new packable stove option on wilderness adventures this summer. It’s a full-size dual burner stove with retractable legs that packs down to 1.4 inches.
$169.95 gsioutdoors.com
BioLite HeadLamp 200
This ultralight headlamp (only 1.7 ounces) doesn’t require any batteries and is charged via USB. Light options available range from white and red to strobe. It runs for 40 hours on low and three hours on high.
$44.95 bioliteenergy.com
First Ascent Coffee
Don’t sacrifice a great cup of coffee when you’re in the backcountry. First Ascent out of Crested Butte has created a handcrafted instant coffee that’s as convenient as it is delicious.
8-Pack: $19.99 firstascentcoffee.com
Hillsound BTR Stool
Available in 14-inch and 17-inch, this is an essential summer item to throw in your bag or on your back when you’re on the move. The BTR has “phantom lock technology” and is an ultra lightweight and packable tripod stool to pair with any outdoor adventure.
$55 - $59 hillsound.com
Chaco Chillos
Chaco Footwear just released this new slide sandal perfect for errands around town and into the outdoors. Designed to be lightweight, low profile and comfortable, this après activity slide is a go-to, featuring podiatrist-approved sweat relief, ample arch support and classic adjustable straps.
$50 chacos.com
Honey StingerProtein Waffles
Fuel up with these tasty, fruit-filled snacks. Each waffle has 10 grams of protein to keep your muscles moving. Available in Wild Berry and Apple Cinnamon flavors.
Box of 12: $26.99 honeystinger.com
Amundsen 5-Incher Field Shorts
These stretch Cordura shorts with waxed cotton canvas reinforcements are perfect for leisure activities and outdoor adventure. They are lightweight and durable — an ideal summer choice for Colorado function and style.
$149 amundsensports.com
Patagonia High Endurance Kit
This new kit has everything an endurance runner needs, functioning as individual pieces and as an integrated system. The Endless Run Short and Airshed Pro Pullover are two of our favorite items, and every ounce of the whole kit is worth the investment.
6 items in kit: $45 - $249
patagonia.com
Originally published in the Summer 2020 issue of SPOKE+BLOSSOM