Holiday Shopping Guide 2012: Columbia Sportswear

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Columbia Sportswear:

“Being an industry leader in outdoor apparel and product takes passion, and an understanding of people who love the outdoors as much as we do. That’s why, from cutting edge technology, to our innovative heritage in Bugaboo, our jackets, pants, fleece, boots, and shoes are all tested tough so you can enjoy the outdoors longer.”

Columbia Sportswear offers a full range of well designed and high quality apparel for the active family. We have selected 2 products to highlight from the Columbia Sportswear Collection. These make ideal gifts for the special man in your life who enjoys an active lifestyle.

Men’s Extreme Long Sleeve 1/2 Zip

Built for low to mid aerobic activity in extremely cold conditions, this high-loft fleece layer features thermal reflectivity from your neck to your waist. It provides maximum warmth and wicking with stretch inserts under arm for comfort where it counts.

Construction:

  •     Omni-Wick inserts keep you dry and comfortable
  •     Omni-Heat thermal reflective lining for lightweight, breathable warmth
  •     Performance fit
  •     Antimicrobial
  •     Ergonomic seaming
  •     Thumb holes
  •     Imported

Fabric:

  •     Omni-Wick inserts under arms and at side torso
  •     Omni-Heat insert at back neck
  •     91% polyester/9% elastane Thermostretch

This baselayer is light, soft and stretchy. With an amazing reflective coating to keep you warm, this baselayer is breathable to keep you from sweating. With holes for your thumbs, the sleeves are long enough so they cover your hand and not just your wrist. This design feature really helps to keep your hands warm, and you can even tuck your fingers in if they get really cold outside.  The 1/2 length zip and the thumb holes make the garment easy to get on quickly and in addition, helps to keep the baselayer in place (no bunching) while you put on sweaters etc. The baselayer extends to the hips which is the ideal length to keep your back warm, even when sitting.  This baselayer is outstanding quality and we appreciate the double stitching of the garment to ensure its longevity.

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Men’s Triteca™ Softshell

Three technologies strategically placed to provide ultimate warmth, comfort and protection during aerobic activities in inclement weather: super-fast wicking technology is utilized at the body’s key hot zones, wind-blocking fabric at points of exposure and Omni-Heat® thermal reflective lining around the core for added warmth.

 

 

 

Construction:

  • Omni-Wind Block ultrabreathable windproof
    Omni-Heat thermal reflective
    Omni-Wick EVAP advanced evaporation
    Bonded softshell
    2-way comfort stretch
    Hybrid for stretch and breathability
    Attached, adjustable storm hood
    Vented hand pockets
    Waterproof zippers
    Drawcord adjustable hem
    Zip-closed hand pockets
    Contoured sleeve cuffs
    Backpack compatible
    Abrasion resistant chin guard
    Drop tail
    Center back length: 29”
    Imported

Fabric:

MAIN BODY
100% polyester 3L Wind™ Block softshell
SIDE PANEL, UNDER ARM, UPPER BACK
92% nylon/8% elastane stretch Evap twill

You will never find a lighter weight jacket that can keep you so warm. There is no padding to this jacket but it keeps you just as warm.  Where this jacket really stands-out is in the range of temperatures and conditions that this jacket can keep you comfortable.  Zipped up its ideal to keep you warm by reflecting your body heat back to you, even in its large hood.  Open the side pockets lets air through to cool you down if you get to warm, unzip and it flows to all you to cool down further when the day warms up.

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This jacket features Velcro straps at the wrists to keep air and/or rain out.  The Drawstring tightens around the waist and the hood can be tightened by a draw-string as well.  This jacket is ideal for traveling as it can adapt to the climate changes you experience. It is so compact its easy to take with you on the plane or in your backpack without taking up the space of a “conventional” jacket with the same warmth factor. This jacket checks all the boxes when it comes to versatility, quality and adaptability. The perfect jacket for the changing seasons.

 

PURCHASING

The Columbia Sportwear range is available worldwide. Click here to find a store in your area. Alternatively, you can shop from the comfort of your home through the Columbia Sportwear Online Store.

 

To view the full range of products available from Columbia Sportswear, please visit www.Columbia.com

 

Thera-Band®: Progressive Resistive Bands


Thera-Band® brand products comprise the world’s leading line of progressive elastic resistance exercise products for professional rehabilitation, athletic training and home fitness. They are developed and manufactured by The Hygenic Corporation, headquartered in Akron, Ohio, which is a multinational firm with two divisions: OEM and Specialty Products, which produces a diverse array of non-therapy products for use in a wide range of industries from medical devices to fishing lures, and the Thera-Band® division, which manufactures and markets the Thera-Band® brand product line.

FEATURES:

Thera-Band® Progressive Resistance Bands

  • System of progressive resistance – easy for consumers, patients, and providers to measure progress.
  • Broad range of resistance levels – very light resistances for post surgery to very heavy resistance levels for world class athletes.
  • Portable – very easy to transport to work, to exercise class, or to travel destinations.
  • Inexpensive – very low use and replacement cost compared to any exercise devices.
  • Healthcare provider support – therapists can be consulted to provide new or modified exercises.
  • Proudly made in the USA


USAGE:

It is estimated that the Thera-Band® Resistance Bands are used by over 80% of the Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists & Athletic Trainers. The fact that the Thera-Band® is used by Rehab professionals the world over is a testament to its quality and effectiveness.

PURCHASING DETAILS:

Fitness Wholesale – www.fwonline.com is one of the largest distributors.

If you are currently receiving Rehabilitative Therapy, the Thera-Band® will be made available to you by your Therapist.

Success Through Play™ Comments:

If you have ever worked with a physical therapist (physiotherapist) or occupational therapist for rehab of an injury or illness, you will most likely be familiar with the Thera-Band®. According to Mark Anderson from The Hygenic Corporaton: “The Thera-Band® is Proven effective – over 500 research studies have been performed on the product for use in physical and occupational therapy, and most are documented at www.thera-bandacademy.com web site.” What you may not know is that aside from it’s therapeutic use in rehab, it is also used in general home fitness programs for resistance training (upper and lower body) with people of all ages! . Many studies have cited the importance of doing regular resistance training to reduce your chances of developing Osteoporosis. In addition, regular resistance training promotes increased ROM (range of motion/flexibility), muscle endurance and increased muscle mass and strength which in turn raises your metabolic rate. Fitness experts recommend doing resistance training 3 times a week. Alternating upper and lower body exercises by not working the same group of muscles 2 days in a row will allow your muscles time to recover. It is essential to maintain a good posture throughout your Thera-Band workout so that you exercise the correct muscles and reduce the chance of injury. A therapist or skilled fitness trainer will be able to provide guidance in this area.

Thera-band® is a fantastic product which is very affordable and ultra light weight, making it a breeze to continue your resistance training when you are on the go and when traveling! The Thera-band® is available in a 8 colors/resistance levels making it easy to upgrade as your muscle strength and endurance improve!

Color Resistance

Tan: Extra Thin (beginners can start on this end!)
Yellow: Thin
Red: Medium
Green: Heavy
Blue: Extra Heavy
Black: Special Heavy
Silver: Super Heavy

The Hygenic Corporation sent us latex free samples of the Thera-Band®. We were most impressed with the professionalism of the company who were always quick to answer any questions that we had our their products. Our test panel followed a resistance training routine using the Thera-Band®. They were really impressed that the Thera-Band® could offer such an effective workout and is so light-weight and portable compared with free weights and weight machines. “I am a Thera-Band® convert, what a brilliant concept” exclaimed one mom!”. To view exercise routines with the Thera-Band®, please click here. In addition there are many DVD’s and books available on the international market which offer a resistance band program that you can easily follow in the comfort of your home. Please seek specific advise and instruction from your therapist if you are currently undergoing rehab therapy or have specific medical conditions or are pregnant.

The Thera-band® is available in a latex free version. Even if you do not have a latex allergy, research indicates that you could potentially develop one in the future if you are exposed to latex over time. For this reason, we opt to choice latex free options whenever possible. Thera-Band® offers a variety of products in addition to the resistance band and we hope to be able to highlight some additional products in the future.


A resistance band that offers so many uses deserves praise and we certainly proud to feature the Thera-band® as a product that makes our lives easier!

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