Tuesday 6 May 2014

Palm Horizon Shorts


How to look stylish this summer!


Looking bright and colourful is always a must in the hot months, especially if you're in the water sports game!

Brand new for 2014, there's no question that the Palm Horizon Shorts look stylish. They are practical too though. The neoprene waist line helps stop any movement up or down while you're wearing them, and the super comfortable fleece lining means you won't want to take them off.



These will be great for an Alps trip or a Winter play boating trip to warmer climates like Uganda. The aqua blue colour scheme is a bit more funky looking than the jet grey, although it might not match your personal colour scheme quite as well.

Topping the list for comfortable summer boating wear this year.




Friday 2 May 2014

Palm Snake Sling


There are far too many hisss-terical snake puns to adder up.
It's finally back in store. The Palm Snake Sling has quite possibly been the fastest selling piece of kit of 2014, and it seems as soon as they come in they just slither back out the door again.

Essentially this is the old Palm Safety Tape, but with a few nifty tweaks. 
The Snake Sling has taken its name from the two sewn loops at each end, which resemble a snake's head. This feature is pretty handy for quick rescue situations, you can just clip a karabiner in and away you go.



The length has been reduced to 4 meters, making it a little bit more compact and easier to manage. I've often found myself having too much tape left over in the past, so for me this was a key feature.

It's also red.


You can't really go wrong with it. It can be used as a tape, a sling, a prussic, and a handy clothes line afterwards. Certainly one to have in your paddling arsenal.



Kokatat Tropos Blast


Suns out, guns out!



The Kokatat Tropos Blast feels like a true summer cag. The bicep cuffs in particular are incredibly comfortable, and won't prevent you're freedom of movement when trying to pull off your favourite moves. The neck doesn't feel tight or restraining either, but at the same time it doesn't feel loose.

The designs have that classic Kokatat look about them, something that seems to be becoming more prominent in current trends, and a look that I personally favour.

Plenty of movement, style, and comfort. What more can you ask of a shorty cag?