Skiing News
December 19th, 2005
It is that time again - the ispo BrandNew winners have been selected:
Overall Winner: North Legion SMX
SMX is the ideal winter alternative for mountain bikers, BMX or FMX fans - all two-wheel tricks can be performed on the wintry slopes as well. The BrandNew jury agreed unanimously that this new winter sports tool will attract a wide range of target groups. Optically, the SMX is reminiscent of a tricycle, but with three very durable shorts skis and a very stable, and highly technical look. www.northlegion.com
Winner Hardware Summer: Banshee Riverboards
Banshee Riverboards offers the first complete and professional set consisting of a board and a specially developed, safe bungee cord system, which allows surfers who live far from the ocean to enjoy their favorite sport.
Hardware Accessories: Carbonfunctions Mantis<br /> An electric-drive carbon golf caddy perfect for all golf enthusiasts and design freaks. Its design, honored with the Red Dot Design Award, as well as its functions leave no desire unfulfilled: high-tech carbon results in almost negligible weight, operation, set-up, and disassembly are extremely simple. </a><a mce_thref=”>www.carbonfunctions.de
Winner Accessories: Tubeline
Tubeline designs stylish bags from old bicycle tire tubes. The collection includes, among others, women’s handbags, carrier bags, and laptop bags, and will be expanded further. On demand, the company also manufactures bags from tire tubes used by professional racers. www.tubeline.de
Winner Style: Tyra Clothing
The Hungarian street wear label offers multi-functional apparel for men and women. These garments provide true eye candy during as well as before and after athletic activity. The collection shines with its detailed and very well thought-out design. www.tyraclothing.com
Winner Sportswear: StrideLite
StrideLite is probably the best “illuminator” on the market: multi-functional jackets with integrated electronic, energy saving “illumination bands”. The small battery packs are cleverly integrated into the pockets and do not bother the user while running, biking, or enjoying other activities.
Winner Sportswear Accessories: CZip Glove
The CZip Glove allows you to free your fingers without taking off your glove. With the help of a zipper on the back of the glove the finger area can be flipped up, yet the glove remains securely on the hand. The material of the CZip Gloves is quick drying, and a finger glove as well as a mitten version are available. www.VaughnOutdoor.com
Winner Hardware Winter: Icelantic
Icelantic manufactures skis for freeriders, freeskiers, and New Schoolers. The focus is not so much on length, but rather on the concept that the area and the ideal ratio among all the dimensions are the determining factors. Icelantic wants to shake up the principles of the ski industry with its unique shapes, and offers a two-year warranty on all its skis. www.icelanticboards.com
