Klymit, Utah’s own Ogden-based wonder company, has expanded their product line after listening to suggestions on how to improve their noble gas insulating gear. New this year are improved vests, never-before-seen jackets, and another ultra light camping pad.
Klymit started it all with their Kinetic Vests that can be filled with insulating argon gas when the chill sets in, then deflated when weather gets warm for on-demand temperature control. Now for 2011 there is a women’s specific model called the Caldera. It features a female-friendly design along with all the things that make the Kinetic Vest so warm and comfortable such as a dynamic channel design to trap heat, 4-way stretch fabric, water resistant rubberized zippers, and a chest dial pressure release valve.
Outdoor Retailer was abuzz last summer about Klymit’s Interia X Frame, the lightest, full length camping pad in existence. But some campers (especially those of the large-size variety) felt that it was too minimalist. Enter the Klymit Inertia XL. It uses the same body mapping technology as the X Frame, but with more girth for anyone who needs a wider pad or tends to roll around while sleeping. It also can be filled with argon gas with Klymit’s NobleTek system for super insulation on cold nights. Despite its larger size, the Inertia XL is also very light at only 16.8 ounces, and packs down to the size of a water bottle.
Finally, Klymit is now going beyond their inflatable vests and are releasing the Ulaar Kinetic Shell. Personally, I’ve never been a fan of vests overall, prefering my outerwear with sleeves. Now Klymit will provide full coverage with this hard shell that transforms into an insulating puffy with a simple shot of argon gas. Me likey.
For more, pay Klymit a visit at www.klymit.com
You can also read my review of the Klymit Kinetic Vest here.
Love all the new things, and love the colours.