Our 5L Clear Stopper weighed in at 5 ounces. Other gear that I’m paddling with, like camping or sleeping gear, that I don’t necessarily need to see when on the water. Why? The smaller bags can hold your smaller, more important (even higher-use) items like maps, first aid kits, a phone/GPS, or food for the day. This spring, we got the chance to test out the new Clear Stopper dry bags(from $35) - fully translucent but also fully welded seams, allowing you to both waterproof, store, organize, and see your gear at a glance.įor day trips and shorter overnight paddle trips, we found the 5L and 8L sizes the best - though there are six volumes to choose from. Sea to Summit has always been at the top of my list when it comes to dry bags (up there with NRS). Sea to Summit Clear Stopper Dry Bags Tested by: Mary Murphy, Managing Editor The liner is a great solution for that.Īll said, I’m a bit of a convert after testing this system during a couple of backpacking and bikepacking trips, due to the system’s packability and comfort level. I hate feeling like I should wash my sleeping bag every time I camp because of all the sweat and bug spray it absorbs in the summer. Yes, it’s added space and weight, but it’s worth it for those humid summer nights. The bag also made “Best Of” Backpacking Sleeping Bag list, but maybe the true hero in the sleep system is the COOLMAX Sleeping Bag liner. I paired this pad and pillow with my Ultralight Flame sleeping bag, made specifically for women to be narrower at the shoulders and wider in the hips. The Aeros Premium Pillow and other Sea to Summit pillows stay put thanks to their 3M micro loop and hook system. And the pillow lock system comes in clutch for those who move around a lot in their sleep like me. As a side sleeper who frequently tosses and turns, this is the one I’m digging right now.įeatured in our Best Sleeping Pads of 2022 lineup, I can confirm the Summit Ether Light XT is a great lightweight sleeping pad.Īt 4 inches thick, my side-sleeping self felt plenty padded from the hard ground beneath me on my latest bikepacking adventure. If you want to go all-in on a lightweight sleep system, there are tons of options out there. Sea to Summit Sleep System Tested by: Katie Eichelberger, Content Producer If you’re in the market for a high-end road shoe, you should seriously consider the DMT KRO. But at a ridiculously low 260 g (size 42), you get what you pay for. At close to $500 a pair, these are clearly made for pros or cyclists that are willing to shell out for the top-of-the-line gear. Similar to other DMT shoes I’ve tested, the KR0s have an anatomical footbed that feels like you have custom insoles right out of the box. It’s perfect for long rides, hot days, or for anyone who suffers from the dreaded swamp foot. This is by far the coolest (temperature) shoe I have worn. The knit upper has specific zones that are looser knit where air can flow all the way through the shoe from the mesh vents in the carbon sole. The other impressive feature of these shoes is the venting system. I was able to crank them down without any noticeable pressure points. The new KR0 features the upgraded BOA Li2 with dials fore and aft for fine-tuning fit and performance. Think of these like durable socks with webbing integrated into the material to hold your foot snugly in all the right places. And DMT is leading the way with refinements to their revolutionary KR1 in the new KR0. Knit uppers, more common in running and ball sports footwear, are not new to cycling, but they’re becoming more and more prevalent. With many modern road cycling shoes, you frequently have to sacrifice something to gain comfort or performance, but that’s where the new DMT KR0 shines. DMT KR0 Road Cycling Shoe Tested by: Ryan Johnson, VP of Sales & MarketingĬomfort, weight, performance - get all three with the DMT KR0 road cycling shoe.
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