ECCO OUTDOOR

EXOWRAP

Design: ECCO In-House Design Team
Category: Footwear

PRODUCT USP

In order to bring the outdoor sandal into the new era, this is the evolution of the ECCO sandal business. The ECCO EXOWRAP takes all the functionality of a true outdoor sandal and combines it with the modern aesthetics of tomorrow. Created with a Phorene midsole, the EXOWRAP provides excellent energy rebound for smooth and efficient movement. This signature ECCO comfort is amplified by the soft microfiber cover of the anatomical correct footbed, and sufficient padding all around the upper. Meanwhile, the rugged rubber outsole provides the grip and stability that you need for your off-road adventures.

PRIMARY INNOVATION FEATURES 

* PhoreneTM: The innovative Phorene midsole material offers energy return, and ensures soft movement.
* FluidFormTM: The direct injection process that uses fluid materials that follow the natural shape of the foot, to create a footbed that has enhanced support and stability, while creating an integral bond between the sole and upper.

INTENDED SPECIFIC END USE 

Walking and light hiking.

SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION 

The ECCO EXOWRAP is built with FluidFormTM technology, creating an integral bond between the sole and the upper that increases the durability of the shoe – enhancing the life cycle to reduce consumption in the long-term.

The use of DriTan leather in the ECCO Outdoor products, including the ECCO EXOWRAP, ensures to minimize water consumption during production and decrease the amount of chemical wastewater.

Also, by being in control over its supply chain, ECCO can continuously improve its environmental impact and can ensure ethical treatment of its employees.

PRODUCT MATERIAL 

A combination of nubuck leathers and premium textiles, with a microfiber-covered Phorene midsole and rubber outsole.

Product weight: 470 g (M) and 306 g (W)
Available in stores: Spring/Summer 2021
Recommended retail price: 120€

BERGANS OF NORWAY

Ulstein Wool Hood Jacket

Design: Kristian Gravseth
Category: Apparel

PRODUCT USP

A jacket made with 100% recycled polyester and with reduced production waste in the production. Highly comfortable and insulating material, as well as fast drying, low weight and great wicking abilities. Highly versatile in use.

PRIMARY INNOVATION FEATURES 

The combination of 100% Merino wool on the outside and 100% recycled polyester at backer in soft and stretchy technical knit, create a unique comfortable garment both for activity and relaxation. The wool offers extra warmness, odor control and the ability to keep warm when damp. The recycled polyester makes it faster drying, lighter and better wicking. This mix in a stretchy technical fleece with brushed air wrapping soft face at inside offers all the essential needs for versatile mid layer. Cut lines are kept to a minimum to reduce production waste.

INTENDED SPECIFIC END USE 

Versatile warming mid layer during all season for activity in colder days or cozy favorite in front of the fireside as the warming layer when out hiking/skiing.

SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION 

Designed and developed to repair and for easy change of zippers and trimmings if necessary. Bergans are constantly replacing trimmings and materials with recycled options.

On the Ulstein Jacket they have had extra focus on the right placement of the seams to avoid unnecessary and too early wear and tear. Bergans are using Merino wool combined with recycled polyester as well as recycled trimmings.

Bergans has established its own return program for used clothing and equipment in its home market Norway, with the aim to re-sell, redesign or – as the last alternative – recycle these used garments.

FUN FACTS

A lot of attention at Bergans was given to balancing a functional fit with a casual look. Also, the hood took some time to complete. Both the patterning, but also deciding on when the hood would be too big and “in the hood” style. "It’s amazing how much of a fit session can be spent on the hood since everybody have their own opinion on hoods!"

PRODUCT MATERIAL 

50% Wool (Merino), 47% Polyester (Recycled) and 3% Elastane

Product weight: 520 g (Men’s L) / 470 g (Woman’s M)
Available in stores: March 2021
Recommended retail price: 180€

MUURIKKA

Outdoor Smoker Retro

Design: Tapani Räsänen / Opa Muurikka Ltd
Category: Hardware
Buy product: Muurikka Outdoor Smoker Retro

STATEMENT FROM THE JURY

If you love to smoke your own fish, meat or veggies when hiking or camping, the Muurikka Outdoor Smoker will be perfect for you, the jury agrees. Its compact dimensions (40 x Ø 16 cm) and the rather low weight (around two kilos) make it easy to carry in a pack or canoe. Without wood chips it will also work as an outdoor oven. It is made out of stainless steel and has a cylindrical shape that allows better inside air circulation than rectangular designs. 

PRODUCT USP

Lightweight; Compact size; Easy to carry in hand or attach to a backpack; Made of stainless steel; Easy to clean and maintain; Cylindrical shape with wire legs: suitable for Campfire, without legs can also be used on Gas/Wood-fired Grills; Functions as an Outdoor Oven when used without smoking chips.

PRIMARY INNOVATION FEATURES 

Original Muurikka Smokers have an identifiable cylindrical form and have been manufactured in Finland since late 1990’s. Without smoking chips this Smoker can be used as an Outdoor Oven! Easy to use and clean, thanks to the dripping plate under the grate. Stainless steel can be cleaned with fresh water and scrubbing with sand. This specific shape of smokers, the company Opa originally innovated late 90’s, enables shorter cooking/smoking time of food as the hot air is circulating more effective inside a round smoking cabin.

INTENDED SPECIFIC END USE 

Suitable for a campfire. Without legs it can also be used on gas/wood-fired grills. In also functions as an outdoor oven when used without smoking chips.

SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION 

In accordance with the ISO 9001: 2015 quality and ISO 14001: 2015 environmental systems standards. Products made of stainless steel material can be recycled within the collection of household metal waste.

PRODUCT MATERIAL

Stainless Steel 18/0 (AISI430, AISI201)

Product weight: Net 1,97 kg; Gross 2,02 kg
Available in stores: Summer 2020
Recommended retail price: 56€

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ECCO OUTDOOR

BIOM 2.0

Design: ECCO In-House Design Team
Category: Footwear

PRODUCT USP

A highly technical ECCO sneaker in a minimalist aesthetic for urban use. The BIOM® technology was originally engineered for triathletes, built upon the principles of natural motion. The new BIOM 2.0 uses these same principles and brings them to a design that is as futuristic as the technology itself. The revolutionary asymmetric midsole features PU side wings that hold the midfoot in place to decrease the amount of sideways movement, while the wrap-around design secures the heel to further support the foot.

Meanwhile, by allowing space in the midsole for the shoe to bend, it maintains full flexibility. The design comes with a rubber outsole for grip that makes full contact with the ground, allowing it to be used for urban walking, light running and in gyms. To complement the futuristic look of the sole, the upper is made from a breathable neoprene-like sock-construction, with leather detailing and a wide-lacing closure to create the optimal fit in a minimalist aesthetic.

PRIMARY INNOVATION FEATURES 

BIOM® Natural® Running Technology, including PU wings to hold the midfoot in place, a wrap-around midsole to secure the heel and full contact rubber outsole for stability and grip. It further features the innovative PHORENE midsole material for energy return, and to ensure soft movement, and is built on an anatomical last using FluidFormTM.

INTENDED SPECIFIC END USE 

Urban walking, light running and light trails.

SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION 

The BIOM 2.0 is built with FluidFormTM technology, creating an integral bond between the sole and the upper that increases the durability of the shoe – enhancing the life cycle to reduce consumption in the long-term.

The use of DriTan leather in the ECCO Outdoor products, including the BIOM 2.0, ensures to minimize water consumption during production and decrease the amount of chemical wastewater.

Also, by being in control over its supply chain, ECCO can continuously improve its environmental impact and can ensure ethical treatment of its employees.

PRODUCT MATERIAL 

A combination of premium textiles and leather detailing, with a PHORENE midsole and rubber outsole.

Product weight: 429 g (M) and 319 g (W)
Available in stores: Spring/Summer 2021
Recommended retail price: 140€

ZLIDEON / ZIP CLIP SOLUTIONS

ZlideOn

Design: Sven Leveau
Category: Technology
Buy product: ZlideOn

STATEMENT FROM THE JURY

Broken zippers are one of the main reasons why products fail over time. Now the Swedish company ZlideOn offers a fast way to exchange broken sliders. The replacement slider offers an innovative opening mechanism that allows it to be clipped onto the old zip. The guide on the webpage helps to find the right version that is needed. »Finally someone has come up with a solution to easily fix broken zipper sliders«, one jury member says.

PRODUCT USP

ZlideOn is a patented solution that helps you fix all items with a broken zipper. ZlideOn helps to limit the negative impact on the nature from the textile industry!

PRIMARY INNOVATION FEATURES 

Zip Clip Solutions offers a globally patented product, ZlideOn, that enables the customers to save the life of their broken zippers.

INTENDED SPECIFIC END USE 

With the patented clip-on solution, the old zipper is easy to replace, and the durability of that damaged jacket, purse, or shoe is extended.

SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION 

The focus on the environmental impact of the textile industry is increasing. The simplicity to repair the zippers with a ZlideOn helps people to use their textiles longer and save the environment.

PRODUCT MATERIAL

ZlideOn is made of surface treated zink and is very durable. ZlideOn is colored with trivalent chromium which, unlike the often-used hexavalent chromium, has no reported adverse effects on humans, animals or the environment. The trivalent chromium is passivated to prevent it to pass into hexavalent chromium.

FUN FACTS

ZlideOn is used by the UK military and has passed Samsonites challenging product tests.

Product weight: 10-20 g
Available in stores: Now
Recommended retail price: 7,90€

REIMA

Sillat

Design: Jaana Largillet
Category: Kids

PRODUCT USP

Pants that safely repel insects. Sillat are multi-purpose pants for the entire season, from spring to summer. Pack less for your holiday and enjoy a care-free summer, thanks to the elastic, quick-dry fabric that helps kids avoid insect bites. Moreover, the fabric has a natural ultraviolet protection factor 50+, meaning that it blocks out 98% of harmful sun rays.

PRIMARY INNOVATION FEATURES 

Safe, non-toxic insect repellent finish.

INTENDED SPECIFIC END USE 

Kids’ summer outdoors.

SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION 

The non-toxic, biodegradable insect repellent finish is lasting 100+ washes. The efficiency is still at 75% after 100 washes. The main material is certified organic cotton and the garment can easily be recycled in a regular textile recycling facility.

The active agent in Reima Anti-Bite wear is SiRepel, containing the well-known repellent IR3535® that is declared safe by both WHO and EPA. The finish has Oeko-Tex approval and is produced by the Portuguese company SmartInovation.

All Reima products are made according to the strictest safety and chemical standards set on children’s wear. The restricted substances list goes beyond the requirements of REACH.

PRODUCT MATERIAL

Comfortable, elastic and quick dry material (Anti-Bite Soft shield 135 g/m, 100% PES).

Product weight: 191 g
Available in stores: February 2021
Recommended retail price: 39,95€

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LIGHT MY FIRE

Swedish Fireknife Bio

Design: Joachim Nordwall
Category: Hardware

PRODUCT USP

Sturdy half tang stainless steel blade, all you need for food and wood prep. Slicing, shaving and even wood splitting. Weather-proof magnesium alloy Swedish FireSteel. For any weather, any altitude, light tinder, flammable liquids and gas stoves. Sheath with belt clip and drain hole. Tight-fitting, easy access, durable sheath with drain hole for easy cleaning of dirt, sand and water drainage. Wrist lanyard with tough, leather wrist tie for extra knife security when in use.

PRIMARY INNOVATION FEATURES 

The Swedish FireKnife BIO cocoshell is a timeless designed nature inspired multifunctional tool including both knife and fire starter, utilizing sustainable and recycled materials. The superior Sandvik stainless steel blade is 90% recycled steel. The beautifully crafted Swedish FireKnife is made in, of and by Sweden. Handle and sheet made from bioplastic mix material combining coconut shell fibres and PP plastic.

INTENDED SPECIFIC END USE 

Everything you need whether cutting rope, shaving kindling or slicing apple for the kids. Sturdy half tang stainless steel blade: all you need for food and wood prep. The handle holds an all-weather-proof Swedish FireSteel: up to 3000 strikes at 5400°F/3000°C. Light fires, ignite gas stoves, prepare meals. Include the whole family and rediscover ancient skills with this fantastic multifunctional tool. Reliable durability in a timeless design.

The knifes spine is ground to a precise angle for right-handed use, designed to ensure each stroke of the FireSteel produces the maximum number of focused sparks. For left-handed use: the base of the blade, closest to the handle, creates sparks with equal effect.

SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION 

The superior Sandvik stainless steel blade is 90% recycled steel. Handle and sheet made from bioplastic mix material combining coconut shell fibres and PP plastic. The crafted Swedish FireKnife is made in Sweden.

Light My Fire works on a regular basis to reduce as much of its packaging possible. The Swedish FireKnife Bio comes with a label from recycled cardboard. All print is biodegradable.

PRODUCT MATERIAL

Blade: 12C27 Sandvik Stainless Steel. Made of 90% recycled steel. Clean, strong and uncompromised.
Swedish FireSteel: Sparksure magnesium alloy. Handle and sheath: Biobased plastic with coconut shell fibres.

Product weight: 118 gram
Available in stores: 30 June
Recommended retail price: 49€

ICEBUG

Eide Woolpower RB9X

Design: Karin Möller & Mariell Bjuhr
Category: Footwear

STATEMENT FROM THE JURY

»These sneakers are not only comfortable to wear, the amazingly breathable wool-felt-upper even sheds light drizzle«, one jury members explains about the Eide Woolpower RB9X from the Swedish footwear specialist Icebug. It is also very sustainable: the wool felt is made from production leftovers from the Swedish manufacturer Woolpower. The shoe is not designed for hiking or backpacking but will make your daily walks or travelling more pleasant.

PRODUCT USP

A wool sneaker made from recycled wool and a minimum of virgin plastics.

PRIMARY INNOVATION FEATURES 

A wool sneaker is already a move away from using plastic, a wool sneaker made of upcycled wool is an even further step towards sustainability. Icebug made Eide by using felted wool from the Swedish wool brand Woolpower production scraps. Using a recycled wool instead of a virgin wool, contributes to upcycling a material that otherwise would go wasted, giving it a second lifecycle.

The use of plastics in the upper is reduced to a minimum. There is no foam or backing in any part of the shoe. The whole upper is solely made from recycled wool, except for an inner toe reinforcement made from recycled PET and harvested fish nets from the ocean.

Another great benefit of wool is the excellent material properties it provides. It has great insulation qualities and wicking capabilities, meaning the fabric easily wicks moisture away from the body. It also has natural anti-odor qualities.

INTENDED SPECIFIC END USE 

Walking, lifestyle, every day in- and outdoors.

SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION 

Though wool is derived from a renewable resource (sheep), it does not mean that wool has zero environmental impact. The wool in the Woolpower material is recycled wool, to reduce water consumption, energy use, and the land needed for sheep grazing. Using recycled wool also minimizes the pollution of air, water, and soil as well as reducing CO2 emissions compared to virgin wool. The wool used is in the color that it already has from its first lifecycle, thus avoiding the need to add dying chemicals. This is why the recycled wool has some mixed colors, which gives it unique aesthetics.

The Woolpower material is made of mulesing-free wool from South American sheep.

PRODUCT MATERIAL 

Upper: Recycled Woolpower felt. Inner reinforcement in toe made from Milspeed Oceanguard, that has a total of 12% recycled fishnet content and 45-48% recycled polyethylene.
Laces: 100% recycled PET with GRS certification.
Insock: 45% BloomFoam + EVA, lined with recycled Woolpower.
Midsole: Cushioning and energy returning BUGforce and 20% BloomFoam (total 10% algae).
Outsole: Super grippy and durable RB9X, 15% recycled rubber content. 15% is the maximum level of recycled rubber to maintain durability and friction of the outsole.
It is combined with normal nylon and spandex. It has 25% of recycled nylon. The reinforcement part is nylon ripstop with spandex.

Product weight: 200 g (USL7,5)
Available in stores: March 2021
Recommended retail price: 150€

BERGANS OF NORWAY

Fløyen Youth Pant

Design: Kristian Gravseth /Joanna Zieba-Rusevicius
Category: Apparel/Kids

PRODUCT USP

The feel of tights, the functionality of hiking pants. Lightweight yet sturdy  enough to tackle  tough  outdoor  use. Optimal fit that gives total freedom of movement. A combination of three different, technical materials  to ensure top  comfort all the way. Super-duper versatile - this really is an all activity pant. Hidden reflective details for safety.

PRIMARY INNOVATION FEATURES 

Combination of stretchy comfort, durability and style for young outdoor enthusiast. Here you get a pant that feels like a pair of tights. Total freedom of movement, comfort when in activity with robustness where you need it in the outdoors for a long-lasting tight/pant.

Fløyen Youth Pants feature lightweight and ventilating fabrics with 4-way stretch, partly made from recycled fibers. Reinforced panels at the seat and knees, and Cordura®-stretch fabric on the legs makes it ready for tough use. A wide waistband in combination with its fine tune fit, makes it follow your movements perfectly and feel super comfortable. Fløyen Youth Pants contains bluesign® approved fabrics, which ensures responsible chemical handling in production. A safety feature is the “hidden” dark reflex prints on back of legs.

INTENDED SPECIFIC END USE 

Designed for up-tempo activities and extremely  versatile but also robust,  an  all-activity  pant.

SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION 

Designed and developed to repair and for easy change of zippers and trimmings if necessary.

The main fabric of the Fløyen Youth Pants uses a material blend with partly recycled polyester (40%). Extra reinforcements are added at exposed areas for better durability and a longer product lifetime. wear and tear. Bergans are using merino wool combined with recycled polyester as well as recycled trimmings.

Bergans has established its own return program for used clothing and equipment in its home market Norway, with the aim to re-sell, redesign or – as the last alternative – recycle these used garments.

PRODUCT MATERIAL 

Quality 1: 40% polyamid 40% polyester (recycled) 20% elastan (Spandex)
Quality 2: 66% polyamid (nylon) 24% polyester 10% elastan (Spandex)
Quality 3: 89% polyamid (nylon) 11% elastan (Spandex)

Product weight: 215 g (size 152)
Available in stores: March 2021
Recommended retail price: 90€

HALTI

Pallas II X-Stretch Pants

Design: Maaret Pääkkö
Category: Apparel

PRODUCT USP

Pallas II Pants is an updated version of Halti’s iconic outdoor pant. Halti has updated the fit, technical features and added even more recycled materials to this style.

PRIMARY INNOVATION FEATURES 

This pant has a great look suitable for everyday use, still it is a completely functional outdoor pant with reinforcements, multiple pockets and fit suitable for trekking.

INTENDED SPECIFIC END USE 

This pant is really suitable for all day around use. Cool to use at office and perfectly suitable for technical hikes after work.

SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION 

Firstly, the design is long lasting. Halti have reduced the amount of details which can be easily broken, also offering repair service to the products and offering repair materials if somebody wants to repair by themselves.

Halti are using recycled nylon materials to reduce the virgin material use. Material is bluesign certified. Halti are also using DWR C0 water repellency treatment on materials.

PRODUCT MATERIAL 

Halti has managed to find recycled nylon material made from waste fishing nets from the sea. It is combined with normal nylon and spandex. It has 25% of recycled nylon. The reinforcement part is nylon ripstop with spandex.

FUN FACTS 

At Halti, the staff all own a pair or two and many consumers are actually collecting the seasonal colors.

Product weight: 393 g
Available in stores: This style is available already and this recycled version will be available from February 2021.
Recommended retail price: 129€

BERGANS OF NORWAY

Helium v5 55

Design: Johannes Flem
Category: Hardware

PRODUCT USP

A lightweight backpack – only 978 grams! – with super durable and custom fabric from high-quality Nylon 66 and Black Dyneema™ ripstop. It can also be stripped down to a super lightweight version. Adjustable to torso length with Bergans QuickAdjust™ PRO and with great carrying comfort. Full front opening.

PRIMARY INNOVATION FEATURES 

Bergans sat down 3 bold goals for improvement in this project; improve on the carrying comfort while keeping the ultralight weight of the previous generation, and at the same time increase the lifespan of the product.

The pack is kept clean and relatively minimal, but with the BergansPLUS strap system to have the possibility to attach skis, tools, mats, tents, or even the BergansPLUS Daypack. The hip belt is articulating, stowable and can be removed and paired with the lid to form a hip pack or a snow sled pulling belt. The zipper is placed diagonally to provide a generous opening whether items are attached to the front or on the side and promotes opening the pack while it is laying on the side.

Visually, the colored cone shape conveys capacity and hints back to the shape of Bergans’ classic alpine packs from the 60’s and 70’s.

INTENDED SPECIFIC END USE 

Lightweight hiking, extreme expeditions and everything in between.

SUSTAINABILITY INFORMATION 

Designed and developed to repair and for easy change of zippers and trimmings if necessary. Bergans are constantly replacing trimmings and materials with recycled options.

Bergans has established its own return program for used clothing and equipment in its home market Norway, with the aim to re-sell (for a longer product life), redesign (to make use of the material resources) or – as the last alternative – recycle these used garments.

PRODUCT MATERIAL 

Nylon 66 and Black Dyneema™ ripstop.

FUN FACTS

The ability for the hip belt and the lid to be combined into a hip pack was accidentally discovered during a test hike from Bergans.

Product weight: 978 g
Available in stores: March 2021
Recommended retail price: 55L: 250€ / 40L: 230€