Vargo Gets a Grip with New Titanium Pocket Cleats™
Lewisburg, PA (PRWEB) January 07, 2015 -- Vargo is sliding into a new product category without fear of falling with its new titanium Pocket Cleats™. Designed for winter trail running and ultralight backpacking adventures, Pocket Cleats™ weigh less than a third of the weight of the competition, fold up to nest in any pocket or pack, and are more compact than comparable traction devices.
Weighing less than 4 oz. a pair, Pocket Cleats™ are made of a super strong and durable titanium alloy formed into aggressive 1/2" (13 mm) spikes that claw into snow and ice. Two high strength nylon straps and DuraFlex™ buckles securely attach Pocket Cleats™ to most trail running shoes and ultralight hiking boots. Pocket Cleats™ are available in three sizes (Small, Medium, and Large) ranging from a women’s 6.0 to a men’s 13 and include a protective nylon carrying case. Retail price is $69.95.
Brian Vargo, avid year-round trail runner and Vargo CEO, conceptualized the Pocket Cleats™ after many failed experiences with other brands' traction devices.
"After running with other heavy, cumbersome trail running spikes that were also impossible to stow in my pocket, I knew that we could do better." He continues, "I wanted to create a product that would be super light, provide full traction, and be able to fold up so that it could be stowed in the small pocket on my hydration pack. I enjoy trail running and didn't want the winter months or clunky running spikes to keep me from the trail."
The Pocket Cleats™ are the answer to his and other trail runners’ winter traction needs.
Ultralight backpackers and hikers who use trail running shoes or light hiking boots may find the Pocket Cleats™ a suitable and lightweight "crampon-style" traction device for adventures in the winter months, for alpine ascents, or when additional traction is needed to hike safely.
Vargo titanium Pocket Cleats™ are available now through http://www.vargooutdoors.com and specialty retail stores worldwide.
For more information about the Vargo titanium Pocket Cleats™, including product images, video, and reviews, please visit http://www.vargooutdoors.com/titanium-pocket-cleats.html.
Vargo Titanium Pocket Cleats™ - MSRP $69.95
FEATURES:
• Titanium alloy construction
• Compact folding legs
• Reliable DuraFlex™ fasteners
• High strength nylon webbing
• Convenient nylon carry case
SPECIFICATIONS:
• Weight: 1.9 ounces (55 grams) (each / medium size)
• Size Open: 5.9 inches long x 1.8 inches wide) (150 mm x 45 mm)
• Size Closed: (4.3 inches long x 1.8 inches wide) (110 mm x 45 mm)
SIZES:
Small: Women’s 6.0 – 9.0
Medium: Women’s 9.5-12; Men’s 8.0-10.5
Large: Men’s 11-13
About Vargo:
Since 2002, Vargo has been an award winning manufacturer of innovative ultralight backpacking gear. Primarily using titanium, an ultralight yet ultra-strong material, Vargo has developed a unique line of products that reflect its commitment to improve and simplify outdoor gear design and utility.
Chad North, Vargo, http://www.vargooutdoors.com, +1 (570) 437-0990, [email protected]
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