Press Camp in Valsassina
A press camp in Valsassina to differentiate itself from the usual Press Day in the city. Choice more than apt. The agency GoNuts Communication has managed to organize two wonderful days of sport and fun involving more than twenty journalists from different newspapers: from the world of outdoor, tourism and fashion. Thanks to the presence of many well-known brands in the outdoor world, we were able to test different materials simultaneously, and in different weather conditions, such as spending a night in a tent at -3 ° C. The sisters Vitali, Giorgia and Nicole, together with the help of their collaborators Tommaso and Giorgia, managed to create a pleasant atmosphere, also thanks to the choice shelter in Valbiandino, in Lecco province. Two days of intense activities that included a beautiful e-bike ride that covered a distance of 8 km and a drop of 1000 meters, a morning trek and a basic lesson to bring all those present to climbing, all this was possible thanks to the excellent organization of the guys at WhiteLineGuides. Many were the items to be tested made available by brands such as: Norrona, Mammut, Ferrino, Alpina, Boa, Masters, Osprey, Mico, Scarpa, Primaloft, Smith, Stance, Victorinox, Sigg, Enervit e Fenix. But let’s see someone in more detail!
Photographer: Matteo Sandi
Tvl Skoj – Vaude
The Tvl Skoj is a comfortable everyday bike shoe with a knitted mesh for comfort and a 50% recycled polyester lining plus a high traction rubber sole with 20% recycling. Offering optimal support and easy maneuverability, the shoe presents the Boa L6 System. Designed as a cartridge system, the L6 System offers maximum impact protection, resistance to accidental openings and dirt contamination. Super tough and snug, it was an excellent travel companion.
Rootage – Alpina
This helmet designed for mountain bike lovers combines safety and comfort. The outer shell in carbon guarantees excellent resistance to impact, without sacrificing lightness. The new ventilation channels allow excellent breathability. In addition the internal antibacterial pads together with the adjustable height give the helmet a comfortable and light fit.
Pilier – Ferrino
Built to withstand adverse conditions at high altitude. From the simple and essential line, Pilier is an extremely stable tent, ensuring maximum resistance to the wind, thanks to a three-layer construction that reinforces the corners of the basin. Made with Fire Retardant fabrics and a double polystyrene ripstop 50D polyester roof with taped seams, this tent guarantees waterproofness of 4000 mm while remaining breathable. Even in conditions of super humidity, it turned out to be an excellent solution for our night at -3 ° C.
Convey In Jacket – Mammut
Made of highly technical Pertex Quantum material, the Convey IN Women Jacket is the ideal jacket to face the autumn. Extremely soft and light but also windproof and water-repellent thanks to the Dwr treatment without pfc, isolates and protects from the most adverse weather conditions. This garment is able to retain heat thanks to its internal padding, made of completely recycled material, thus ensuring total insulation from the cold.
Mojito Hike Gtx – Scarpa
A feminine Mojito for the new generation hikers who want to combine elegance, style and design in every situation. Unmistakably inspired by the classic Mojito, the Hike Gtx version is made of water repellent suede with a GoreTex Performance membrane that ensures maximum waterproofness and breathability. The lacing, deriving from the climbing models, allows to obtain an excellent adjustment and a perfect fit. Comfortable boot, warm and light, suitable for excursions of different lengths.
Fjora Equaliser Lightweight Long Sleeve – Norrona
This lightweight, long-sleeved shirt has been designed for mountain-bike professionals: excellent moisture management, without sacrificing protection, is the ideal companion even for the hottest days.
Mutant – Osprey
Now in its fifth generation, the Mutant backpack has received an important technical update. It’s an excellent backpack for most alpine uses that excels in comfort and versatility and is the lightest ever. It is robust, reliable and with an even more enveloping fit.
Fnx HL32R GY – Fenix
This torch represents the perfection in the field of LED lighting while guaranteeing total impermeability and resistance. The Fnx HL32R GY is a 400 lumen lightweight front rechargeable flashlight with a Micro-usb port. Ideal for various outdoor activities such as hiking and camping. Equipped with five different light modes, red light and sos.
Ultra Tour – Masters
The Ultra Tour telescopic model, with its two sections (16 mm and 14 mm) in Calu, a material (exclusive worldwide) with a carbon-coated aluminum alloy core, is a valuable companion for any type of excursion in the mountains. The soft Eva palm knob and the “extension” in the same material allow the stick to be held in variable heights, without having to intervene on the Clamper locking system. Moreover, being in tungsten it guarantees an excellent seal both on ice and on stony ground.
Super Thermo By Mico – in Primaloft
Super Thermo By Mico in Primaloft Black Performance Yarn, 100% polyester, ensures a new level of comfort thanks to a noble yarn made from ultra-thin fibers, even more than cashmere. It is a super soft and breathable fabric, which thanks to its particular composition, dries first and absorbs moisture, transforming it into heat.