Summary: Show Notes: Episode 094<br> Today on the First 40 Miles, a sneak peek inside 2017 outdoor trends and upcoming gear! Then, on the SUMMIT Gear Review we’ll share a Nalgene that is 50% more than the Nalgene you already have. And the Backpack Hack of the week you’ll learn another use for a Nalgene that will get you ready for those chilly autumn nights. And we’ll wrap up the show with a vision of green threads!<br> Opening<br> <br> * Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2016<br> * “Outdoorist” is a term coined in 2015 by the Outdoor Industry Association<br> * The idea behind this term is that, some of us who love the outdoors realize that maybe we’ve put too much emphasis on what type of outdoor person we are. You know, I’m a backpacker, I’m a surfer, I’m a hunter, I’m an angler, I’m a hiker…<br> * And now, we’re realizing that maybe we have more in common that we previously thought.<br> * Hikers, campers, climbers, paddlers, fishermen, hunters, cyclists, and every type recreationalist—we all have different reasons for being outside, but we all share one thing in common—outside is where we find JOY.<br> * And there’s power that comes with the realization of this shared joy—we have a shared voice. And we have a collective power. And we have instant family.<br> * So next time you see someone outdoors that is participating in an activity that’s different than your activity, instead of seeing them as a surfer, a hunter, a stand-up-paddle-boarder, or a cyclist, see them as an outdoorist.<br> <br> Top 5 Things I Saw At The 2016 Outdoor Retailer Summer Market<br> Hammock Revolution<br> <br> * Hammocks everywhere!<br> * Hennessy, Kijaro, Grand Trunk, Yukon Outfitters, Kammok, ENO<br> * Even companies who had never done hammocks before, were there with hammocks!<br> * Hammock accessories<br> * Klymit has inflatable pad specifically for hammock<br> * Sea to Summit has a new UL hammock<br> * Several companies had Inflatable Hammocks (I think they’re still working out the bugs as far as staying inflated…) Travel Chair, ENO and Wind Pouch<br> <br> Water Filters that protect against Viruses<br> <br> * This trend left me wondering what they know that I don’t know…<br> * From MSRs website: “If you catch a virus, its source was most likely another human being. Therefore, human-specific viruses tend to be less present in settings where there’s little human traffic. In addition, in developed regions—like much of North America and Europe—advanced sewage systems and generally good hygiene practices have greatly reduced the risk of viral outbreaks. Even as a traveler in the backcountry, however, you must be observant of your surroundings, and recognize where others may not have practiced clean tactics. Popular camp spots tend to be higher-risk zones. When people neglect to dispose of their waste properly, viruses can be present in the natural water sources. With increased human use of our backcountry, the need for virus protection might be something we’ll need to seriously consider. Also, it’s great for emergencies and intl travel.”<br> * Katadyn BeFree<br> * Sagan filter<br> * Grayl<br> * Renovo Muv Water Filter System (3 different sections)<br> <br> More Collabs Between Companies<br> <br> * Hydrapak + Katadyn<br> * Point 6 Socks with 37.5<br> * Coal + UCO (beanie with headlamp–limited edition)<br> * Goal Zero + Gregory (Solar integrated packs)<br> <br> Battery Chargers + Solar Panels on Everything<br> <br> * HybridLight<br> * Enerplex<br> * GoalZero<br> * Voltaic<br> * BlueFreedom (hydroelectric charger)<br> <br> Theme of “Everyone in the Outdoors” (Outdoor Participation)<br> <br> * Reminded me of when I was a kid. In the summertime, me and my brothers and sisters would be sitting around whining, and my mom would say “Alright, everybody, get outside.”<br> * That’s really what our world needs right now. We’re all sitting around,
