This is Shimada, a staff member from the outdoor shop “FITTWO” in Ueno!
This month, I will introduce five items I recommend!
(※Prices are as of February 2025.)
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Staff Recommended 5 Items
[THE NORTH FACE] Mountain Down Jacket
Basic Information
This is a down version of the popular Mountain Jacket series from The North Face.
Available in various colors, including black and new taupe.
The price is 72,600 yen (including tax).
Recommended Features
Despite being a down jacket, it has a sleek silhouette!
However, it’s packed with enough insulation to ensure excellent warmth retention!
Additionally, the outer fabric is made with GORE-TEX, ensuring superb waterproofing.
This jacket is perfect for autumn and winter outdoor activities or casual urban wear.
[CHROME] KADET WP
Basic Information
The popular CHROME KADET series now comes with the highly waterproof AIRTIGHT ZIPPER, making it a fully waterproof KADET WP series!
Available in black only.
The prices are: MINI KADET 14,300 yen, KADET 20,900 yen, KADET MAX 24,200 yen (including tax).
Recommended Features
Even the previous KADET series had high waterproofing, but now it achieves 100% waterproofing with an airtight seal using a zipper that meets international waterproof standards and fabric sealed with heat and ultrasonic waves!
It uses buckles that can be fastened by pressing both sides and the center simultaneously, ensuring high security.
Of course, you can also swap to a seatbelt buckle, which is a signature feature of KADET.
To maintain the waterproofing, the zipper may be a bit harder to slide, but apply the included lubricant regularly to keep it functioning well!
[CHROME] ASSISTANT SACOCHE 3L
Basic Information
As the name suggests, this is a sacoche designed to assist you when you’re out and about!
It comes in three colors.
The price is 6,600 yen (including tax).
Recommended Features
The main pocket is compact yet spacious enough to fit a 500ml bottle or a long wallet.
Inside, there is a zippered pocket, making it convenient for storing small items.
Additionally, if you remove the shoulder strap, it transforms into a compact pouch for storing electronic devices or small items!
Perfect for a quick outing or as an insert bag within your main bag—find a style that suits you!
[THULE] ALLTRAIL X
Basic Information
This compact and casual waxed canvas backpack is useful for both hiking and city walks.
The capacity is 15L, and the price is 18,700 yen (including tax).
Recommended Features
It uses polyester waxed canvas, which is five times stronger and three times more water-resistant than traditional cotton waxed canvas.
The shoulder straps have quick-access pockets for snacks or keys.
The backpack is equipped with an adjustable and removable chest strap and a storable hip belt to securely hold your gear in place.
It also features side pockets for bottles and loops on the sides to attach carabiners, allowing you to customize the bag to your liking!
[THE NORTH FACE] Detachable Nuptse Bootie POLARTEC
Basic Information
Detachable = “Removable” snow boots.
The colors are the following three:
The price is ¥26,950 (tax included).
Recommended Features
Since the upper part is removable, it can be used in two ways: as boots or as clogs!
It is completely waterproof, so it is perfect for rainy or snowy days!
Additionally, the outsole features Vibram ARCTIC GRIP, offering excellent grip even on ice.
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