Dubarry was established in 1937 when a co-operative company set about providing employment in Ballinasloe, Galway on the west coast of Ireland. Today, they produce leather boots inspired by the rugged coastline and sailing heritage that has long been at the heart of the area.
Withings have recently been bought by Nokia, and our first review of the new brand is the Nokia Body Cardio Heart Health & Body Composition Wi-Fi scales. This scales offer you a comprehensive picture of your health just by stepping on; they provide readings on weight, BMI, body fat, water percentage and muscle and bone mass, as well as cardiovascular health via heart rate and pulse wave velocity,, which is recognised by the medical community as the best stand-alone indicator of overall cardiovascular health.
The Roclite 290 by Inov-8 have been designed for trail running on multiple terrains in mainly dry conditions. They are available in four colours: red, blue, grey and black (the red and blue styles are particularly striking). They come in a standard fit, in full sizes from 6 all the way through to 14, with half sizes available up to 11.5.
When I think of fishing, I tend to conjure up the image of lounging about on the riverside in the sunshine, maybe taking a snooze. However, I was shocked to learn that some people who go fishing actually like to catch fish - I know, crazy right?
The Factor Techlace cycling shoes are a race-bred shoe that has the benefits of the Giro Techlace system, the Boa dial for easy adjustment, and has an impressively low weight of just 210g (at size 42.5). The D-rings have been replaced by a Techlace system, this creates more flexibility across the forefoot and in the event of any damage or wear though prolonged use, the laces can easily be replaced. The upper is a one-piece design, with a breathable Evofiber SL, breathable Teijin microfiber, and the Techlace + Boa IP 1 dial (1mm +/- with macro release).
You cannot help but be hit in the face with the design of the Giro Empire SLX Lava Reflective. Inspired by a dorm room lava lamp, this limited-edition Empire SLX features a reflective lava graphic, which inspires a love or hate reaction, personally I am not a fan but I respect the risks Giro take with their colours and patterns. It makes for an exciting collection and brightens up the shoe rack, if nothing else!
The Giro Empire ACC continues to try and push the boundaries of high-performance cycling shoes, this classic laced closure offers seven points of fit adjustment and includes a breathable Evofiber synthetic upper for a close fit and comfort. The Easton EC90 ACC is a full carbon sole that offers the stiffness needed for excellent performance whether you are using them in Grand Tours or gran fondos, they have an ultra-low 6.5mm stack height for a close connection to the pedals.
The Fitbit Flex 2 is slimmest wristband Fitbit has released so far and can be customised with a range of bands, bangles & pendants. It is Swim-Proof (yay finally well done Fitbit), tracks your swimming, reminds to move every hour and has auto-exercise recognition.
The Britax Römer Dualfix Car Seat allows 360-degree rotation that means parents can choose when to switch their child from rearward to forward facing, plus it has a load of safety features ensure a safe journey from newborn up to four years (Group 0+/1 birth - 18 kg). It is available in six designs Black Marble, Cosmos Black, Flame Red, Storm Grey, Ocean Blue, and Mineral Purple. The red, blue, and purple are particularly attractive.
The Bont Riot MTB is the world’s first carbon composite heat moldable entry level MTB shoe to offer in the marketplace. The Riot MTB has combined the pro series technical features including the power transfer platform, replaceable sole guards, anatomical shaping and competition grade materials. The upper is constructed from a strong microfiber outer layer with mesh inserts that help the breathability of the shoes, the carbon composite construction has been specifically designed to keep the weight low.