A selection of products that are perfect for making the most of winter, travelling and staying warm.
Ready for snow
Ladies, stay warm and cosy while looking good, no matter the weather. With the K-Way Women’s Mia Ski Jacket you will be ready for any weather this winter. It is also perfect for the ski slopes. Filled with 100% recycled polyester, this multi-functional, sporty statement jacket is ready for your next alpine excursion.
With material that is 100% snow-proof with stretch, you will be ready to climb up any mountain. The hood is also removable with adjustable cuffs and hem. And with space for your ski pass and hand warmer pockets, there is no other jacket like this. R2 799 from Cape Union Mart.
Decathlon has the perfect travel 3-in-1 jacket (R1 599) for men. Their backpacker designers have designed this jacket so you can travel the world with peace of mind, in all environments. Combined with a detachable fleece, this waterproof jacket has multiple zipped pockets so you can enjoy the outdoors, no matter the weather, for conditions down to zero degrees.
A backpack favourite
This Hydroflask keeps water hot for up to 12 hours and chilled for up to 24 hours. It’s the perfect companion to take with you hiking or trekking through the outdoors with a sweat-proof, powder-coated finish that ensures your hands won’t slip from condensation. On a cold morning in the outdoors, you can be sure to enjoy a hot cup of coffee or tea in minutes.
R575 from Cape Union Mart.
For Long treks and hikes
The Deuter Futura PRO 36 is made for long treks and multi-day hikes. It features a new ergonomic Aircomfort Sensic mesh back system for maximum ventilation and a comfortable, flexible fit. Agile Variflex ergonomic pads custom fit the fins on the hip for perfect load distribution and make for energy-efficient, easy carrying of medium-size loads. If you’re going on an adventure and need support you can trust, this hiking pack won’t let you down.
It also has an aircomfort system with a flexible steel spring frame for enhanced ventilation and an Active-Comfort-Fit for even weight distribution. With enough compartments to ensure you have space for all your items it also features stretch pockets on the side and front for additional storage. It carries weight of up to 1 580 g or 36 l.
R2 999 from Cape Union Mart.
Stay organised
Travelon Deluxe Packable Shelves is the ideal solution to organise your luggage on travel and camping trips.
You can now pre-pack and organise your clothing and other items in groups as you’ll need them and just unpack and lift them from your luggage and hang it in your tent or wardrobe. This way your luggage stays neat and organised. There are two open shelves and one zip-closed shelf and there is room for up to four tops, three pairs of pants, shoes, underwear, socks and your toiletry kit.
This is a must-have for any travel adventurer. R599 from Cape Union Mart.
Best weapon of choice
When exposing your skin to harsh elements like extreme cold and even air pollution it’s important to ensure that your skin is protected. You can now keep your skin safe from the damaging effects of particulate matter and the sun.
With Lamelle’s Helase Urban Defence 30 your skin will be protected against all the harsh elements. It’s a multi-functional anti-ageing product that is specifically developed with potent AHR blockers, antioxidants and broad-spectrum photoprotection that reduce the impact of PM-driven ageing, inflammation and hyperpigmentation. It also offers full-spectrum protection with an SPF rating of 30 to protect you from every form of damaging radiation.
In short, if you’re looking to protect your skin at a cellular level from both the damaging effects of the sun and the scourge of air pollution, Helase Urban Defence 30 is your weapon of choice. RRP R550 from Lamelle.