We looked at a lot of sunglasses to find a great combination of high
strength, top quality, light weight, popular style, and inexpensive
price. These two great-looking models are the perfect
backpacking
sunglasses. They’re also excellent for biking,
climbing,
boating, fishing, and driving. Buying sunglasses is
confusing. You can find some of the features you need, but
not
all. These glasses have it all. They use top
quality
components and materials and are designed for performance and
safety. Sunbelt sunglasses meet or exceed U.S. and EU safety
standards. The polycarbonate shatter-resistant lenses give
you
100% UVA/UVB protection and are polarized to remove glare.
Water
enthusiasts have known for years that polarized lenses block 100% of
reflected glare. But many people don’t know there
is less
glare for other activities such as hiking, skiing, and
driving.
The Zepher and Sandbar are both shaped to reduce frame weight and
protect you from light from the side and ground level.
It’s
also nice that Zepher or Sandbar will help you look great on the
trail. Both models weigh only .8 ounces, about half as much
as
most sunglasses. Lifetime warranty. We
can’t totally
control the colors we receive. Most models are black or other
dark colors. If color is important to you, e-mail us for a
description of current colors.
$19.95 (Suggested retail is $23.99) Zepher
(left) No. 4948
$21.95 (Suggested retail is $25.99) Sandbar
(right) No. 4949
Leki Titan Hiking Poles
Leki
is the leader in hiking poles
and the Titan is super light and loaded with features. The three
sections adjust from 60 to 130 cm. The silicone antishock "absorber"
softens every step. A soft grip, adjustable strap, and carbide flextip
round out the features. Only 7.4 oz. each
$129.95/Pair
No. 4040
1/4 & 1/2 oz.
Nalgene Containers for Soap,
Sunblock, & Repellent
These
small polyethylene containers
can cut the weight and size of your insect repellent, suntan lotion,
and liquid soap by more than half. If you're currently carrying 1 or 2
oz. containers, you can transfer what you need for all but the longest
trips to these smaller, convenient, leakproof containers. Easy to clean
and refill. Use them for salt and pepper, too. Both sizes weigh less
than 1/4 oz.
Gerber Ultralight
& LST (Light, Strong,
Tough)
Some
people like to carry knives
that do 50,000 different things. Our knives just cut. And they weigh
only 6/10s and 1.2 ounces. It's a great way to reduce your pack
weight at no sacrifice in quality. Gerber knives are virtually
indestructible.
Equinox Ultralight Stuff
Bags
Reduce
your overall weight with
these ultralight stuff bags. They're made from 1.1 oz. silicone-coated
ripstop nylon. Seams are double needled for strength. There's a
grosgrain webbing handle across the bottom, drawstring, and cord lock.
Color: Assorted
Equinox Ultralight
Compression Bags
Ultralight
stuff bags are made from
1.1 oz. silicone-coated ripstop nylon. Uses light weight 3/4" nylon
webbing. Color: Assorted
Zip-Seal Plastic Bags
These
feather-light containers hold
things like first aid supplies, pills, and other small items that need
to be kept together in a dry place. You can reseal them over and over.
They're made of strong 2-mil waterproof poly. The 2"x3" size weigh
3/100s ounce each., and the 3"x5" size weigh 9/100s of an ounce
each.
MontBell Ultralight
Trekking Umbrella
Many
hikers swear by umbrellas, and
Montbell's is amazingly light using acrylic coated,ultra-thin (0.045
mm) Ballistic Airlight™ nylon. Opens to 32 inches in
diameter.
Durable aluminum ribs fold in
half for storage. Blue. Just 5.7 oz., 5.8 oz. with stuff sack. Folds to
9 inches by 2 inches.
Windproof/Waterproof
Matches
Enjoy
the security of knowing these
matches will light in any weather. These packages of 20 matches weigh
only 6/10s of an ounce, less than half as much as matches in those
heavy plastic or metal match boxes. 2 boxes
Coghlan's First Aid Kit
Be
prepared for emergencies with a
balanced assortment of 23 items. It's a compact kit that fits neatly in
your pocket or pack. And it weighs only 1.1 oz. It's a great way to
cut your carrying weight by more than half and still be prepared for
emergencies. You can even put everything in a small ziplock bag instead
of the original plastic and get the total weight down to less than an
ounce.
Campers' Towel
The
Campers' Towel is more than
twice as light as most towels this size (under 3 oz.). Cut it in half,
and it's even lighter. It absorbs 10 times its weight in moisture. It's
compact and gets even softer with age. It's washable and dries quickly
so you can hit the trail again. 10" x 27" Color varies.
Biodegradable Toilet
Paper
This
100% biodegradable toilet paper
is the perfect size for backpacking. It comes in rolls of 140 sheets.
Don't try to go too light on this item -- could be dangerous. 1 ounce
each roll.
Featherweight Mirror
It's
made of unbreakable acrylic
material, and weighs only 8/10s of an oz., so it's much lighter than
metal mirrors. It's good not only for grooming but is an essential
piece of emergency equipment.
Campsuds Biodegradable
Soap
Campsuds
cleans your hands, face,
hair, clothing, or dishes -- anything washable. It works in hot, cold,
or salt water. It's concentrated, so a few drops will do the job. Put
some in our 1/4 or 1/2 oz. containers and you'll have enough soap for
your trip and cut the weight of this item by more than half. 2 oz. net
weighs 2.9 oz. and 4 oz. net weighs 5.3 oz.
Sun Minicomp II
At
only 3/10s of an ounce (4/10s
with the lanyard), you can cut your carrying weight on this item by
half or more, and still get great reliability. The luminous dial is
liquid filled and marked in 5 degree increments for fast and accurate
readability. Rotating bezel.
Emergency Blanket
This
pocket-size emergency blanket
weighs only 1.8 oz., yet it could be the most inexpensive life
insurance you'll ever buy. It reflects 80% of your body heat. 56" x
84", made of aluminized nonstretch polyester.
Ultrathon Insect
Repellent
Consumer
Reports lab test say
Ultrathon is the longest-lasting, most effective repellent. It repels
mosquitoes for over 12 hours and ticks for over 9 hours. Also effective
against biting flies, gnats, chiggers, and fleas. Contains 34% DEET in
a controlled-release polymer. Moisture resistant through perspiration
and rain. Buy our 1/4 or 1/2 oz. containers and make this item far
lighter than a full 2 oz. container. 2 oz. net, total 2.5 oz.
Sawyer Permethrin For
Clothing
Permethrin
is a contact insecticide.
It repels and kills ticks, mosquitoes, chiggers, mites, and over 100
other insects. Pump spray on clothing, tents, or mosquito nets. Use in
conjunction with DEET or Picaridin-based repellents on your skin for
99.99% effectiveness against mosquitoes and more.
6 fl. oz. (net)
Cutter Advanced
(w/Picaridin)
A
truly effective altenative to
DEET. Cutter Advanced contains Picaridin, a new active ingredient that
provides long lasting protection. Picaridin has been recommended by the
Centers for Disease Control and prevention for effective protection
against mosquitoes. Used in Europe and Australia since 1998 and
approved in the U.S. in 2005. Odorless -- no chemical odor, no added
fragrance. Feels light and clean on the skin. Will not harm plastics or
other synthetic material. 1.7 oz, 1.0 oz. (net)
Emergency "Thunderer"
Whistle
Throw
that metal whistle as far as
you can. It's 6 times heavier than this little plastic beauty. The
Thunderer is smaller and lighter than a "normal" size plastic whistle,
too. This could be a life-saver at only 2/10s of an ounce.
Small Aluminum Alloy
Whistle
Not
as loud as the Thunderer, but
even lighter at just 1/10 ounce (without key ring). Assorted colors.
Atwater Carey Hand
Sanitizer
Antibacterial
gel kills germs and
bacteria without water. Stay healthy by keeping your hands clean. 2 oz.
net, total 2.6 oz.
Mosquito Head Net
Keep
mosquitoes and other insects
out. Fits comfortably over most hats. Great for use with bivys and
tarps without netting. Only .6 oz.
McNett Seam Grip Seam
Sealer
Flexible
urethane formula seals
seams or repairs gear. Seals seams on natural and synthetic fabrics.
Waterproof and permanent. Great for equipment repair, too. Incredibly
strong. 1 oz. tube with brush applicator.
McNett Sil-Net Silicone
Seam Sealant
100%
Silicone seam sealant
formulated for sealing seams on tent or other outdoor products that are
coated with silicone-based products. 1.5 oz. tube with brush.
Stubai Ultralight
Universal Crampons
This
is the perfect ultralight
10-point crampon for keeping safe on those nasty sidehill snowfields.
Fits everything from moon boots to flip-flops. Adjustable Zytel straps.
Just 21 oz. for lots of security.
Backpacker Magazine said, "...they'll stay snug on any footwear, even
beefy tennis shoes. No tools are necessary for adjustment." Climbing
Magazine said, "These amazingly light and nimble warriers are a top
choice for low angle mountaineering and snow routes." 21 oz.
$119.95
No. 7111
Shipping
$4.95 on all ordering within the United States.
We use
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2 to 3 days.Foreign
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5 days) and tracking.Most
Canadian orders are $29.95, and most other foreign orders are $39.95.For
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$25 for Canada
or $35 for other foreign countries.
