rohan us - may 2013 magazine

Summer2013people | experience | gear

Cut out chaos and maximise luggage space – pack like a professional with Eagle Creek | In India, John Beatty records Maha Kumbh Mela – the greatest gathering of people on earth | Swimming wild and free with Dominick Tyler | The new Aura Shirt – 110 grams of pure Rohan

on orders over $75

until 4 July 2013

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for details.

FREESHIPPING

Summer is bright, clear days. Warmth, renewal and endless possibilities.

Whether you’re planning to make the most of eighteen hours of daylight on your doorstep or you’re ready for the ‘great escape’. There’s just something about this time of year that says ‘let’s go’.

Hike your favourite hill, tackle that tick list for the grade above on grit, do that downhill justice on your bike, swim wild with friends or finally ‘get-away’ for a month to India.

Whatever it is that gets you off the sofa this summer, let’s all play out for just as long as we like.

Step into the sun

people | experience | gear

CONTENTS

4 The art of arriving unruffled

6 Travel smarter

8 Maha Kumbh Mela: millions gather to wash away their sins

10 Let Eagle Creek do your packing for you

12 Anywear. Everywear

16 Travel gear for when the going gets tough

20 Life is short, great technical shorts for summer

22 Wild Swimming – the Fairy Pools of Skye

24 Go faster, lighter and further

26 Forty years of Rohan condensed into one incredible new shirt

28 The Elite Jacket, lightweight meets heavy-duty

31 How to Buy

We’ve included as much as we can in this magazine, to see the complete range go to rohandesigns.com

Once again we would like to thank the readers of Wanderlust Magazine for voting for us. It means so

much to everyone here at Rohan to win the Top Equipment Brand award for the second year in a row.

on orders over $75

until 4 July 2013

See page 31

for details.

FREESHIPPING

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Step into the sun

This PageMen’s Maroc Jacket and Zephyr shirt – page 4, Jeans Plus and Bhaktapur shoes – see rohandesigns.com

Women’s Tunis Jacket and Tunis Dress – page 7, ecco shoes – page 12

FRONT COVeRMen’s Waypoint shirt short sleeve and Rangefinders – see rohandesigns.com

Women’s Leeway shirt short sleeve and Pacers Convertible

– see rohandesigns.com

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The art of arriving unruffled


From its earliest days Rohan has challenged conventional thinking on clothing. The breakthroughs that followed built the reputation for innovation that is still a driving force today.

Linen is a great example of taking an established but flawed concept and applying the Rohan ‘re-think’ principle. On a warm day, or in a hot climate, who doesn’t love the loose drape of a pair of linen trousers or the

simple unstructured style of a classic linen jacket. But who wants to look like an unmade bed after ten minutes.

What if the natural charm of linen could be kept through the day. Day after day. What if it could be easycare and keep its shape over years rather than minutes. Rohan’s Linen PlusTM is the answer – a mix of natural linen fabric and technical fibres bringing complete practicality to the elegance of classic linen.

Men’sMarocJacketCode: 03563

$215

Men’sMarocTrousersCode: 03366

$110

Men’sZephyrShirtCode: 03372

$75NEW NEW

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go online to see everything that we do at rohandesigns.com

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To order go to rohandesigns.com or call 800 334 3750

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See the full range at rohandesigns.com

Order by phone TOLL FRee 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 800 334 3750

Conventional linen always looks good on models. The reality is, of course, that it only looks good for about half an hour.

Rohan Linen PlusTM is linen for the real world. Not only is it crease resistant, it’s also more durable, dries faster and retains its shape after a spin in the washing machine. And, if you’re one of those modern ladies who travels without a maid, this might be something you appreciate greatly.

Tunis Jacket, Tunis Trousers, Serene Scarf, Modena Sunglasses. Serene Top and Ecco Shoes – page 12

Tunis Dress

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1.Women’sTunisJacket

Code: 03566

$150

2.Women’sTunisDressCode: 03587

$105

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4.Women’sTunisTrousersCode: 03362

$105

6.Women’sSereneScarfCode: 03294

$30

7.Women’sModenaSunglasses

Code: 03143

$97

3.Women’sHalcyonSmock

Code: 03370

$89

5.Women’sTunisCapris

Code: 03578

$97


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John Beatty has been capturing magical images from all over the world for over twenty five years.

He’s been a fan of Rohan for even longer. Visit wild-vision.com

Cleansing the sins of the past in the Ganges John Beatty photographs the Maha Kumbh Mela – Allahabad, India

From a hilltop camp on Lakshmi Kutir, I gazed down across a ragged and tumultuous tent city stretching for miles in every direction – like a ten-fold 16th century Glastonbury.

Down there, up to 12 million pilgrims were awaiting the auspicious day on which hoards of Hindu souls would bathe in the holy Ganges River, to pay homage to gods and to wash their sins away. I awoke at 2am ready to join the vast throngs

of pilgrims and piety, fakirs, sadhus and holy men, and to photograph an experience that I may never forget!

For many days continuous threads of ant-like pilgrims marched incessantly towards the river. Flower covered chariots, saffron robed gurus and disciples descended on this site, believed to be where Hindu deities embattled 600 years ago. Thousands became tens of thousands as we approached the river banks.

Naga Sadhus, naked holy men covered in white ash, were first into the water where they immersed in wild and ecstatic waves of life, cheering, crying out prayers and thrashing the water. I waded in with them, camera in hand to engage in the spirit and humanity of it all.

The Maha Kumbh Mela, believed to be the largest religious gathering on earth, is held every 12 years at the confluence of the holy rivers Ganges, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati. Lasting 55 days, it is celebrated at the holy site of Sangam in Allahabad.

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Getting organised and making the most of your luggage space allows you to get the most from your travels. And if Rohan offers the most comprehensive range of highly packable clothing in the world, then Eagle Creek provides the best way to

pack and carry it. They offer loads of innovative and practical products. We can only give you a glimpse of what’s available here – so to see all the functional luggage, clever Pack-ItTM organisers and handy accessories go to rohandesigns.com

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1.EagleCreekPack-ItTMCube10.5 litre capacity – organise fleeces, trousers, T-shirts and shorts.

Code: 03380 $16

2.EagleCreekPack-ItTMHalfCube5 litre capacity – organise socks, underwear and T-shirts.

Code: 03379 $15

3.EagleCreekPack-ItTMSacSmall20cm x 15cm – organise toiletries and first aid gear.

Code: 03382 $12

4.EagleCreekPack-ItTMSacMedium25cm x 20cm – organise travel accessories and medical kit.

Code: 03383 $14

5.EagleCreekPack-ItTMCustomTravelBottleSetHandy bottle set for adventurous travellers, lightweight campers and frequent fliers.

Code: 03384 $27

6.EagleCreekPack-ItTMQuarterCube1.2 litre capacity – organise socks and underwear.

Code: 03378 $13

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Rohan clothing is liberating.

It is lighter, more breathable, highly packable, better looking

and easier to care for.

It will keep you safe and comfortable in the wind, rain

and heat – from all that mother nature might throw at you.

It is at home in cities of glass and steel or mountains of granite.

Rohan will simply and quietly improve the way you move through

your world, every day.

Women’sSereneVestCode: 03600

$44

Women’sSereneScarfCode: 03294

$30

Women’sEccoBiomLiteMaryJane

Code: 03397

$125

Women’sThaiTrousersCode: 03577

$89

Women’sSereneTopCode: 03597

$50

Women’sThaiSkirtCode: 03588

$89

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Serene VestThai SkirtEcco Biom Lite Mary Jane Shoes

To order go torohandesigns.comor call800 334 3750

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Pacific shirt short sleevePalermo sunglasses – see rohandesigns.com

go online to see everything that we do at rohandesigns.com

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Rohan is your passport to adventure anywhere in the world. And protecting you in hot climates is just as challenging as protecting you in the cold. That’s why Rohan clothing features hidden technologies that will help to keep you cool, comfortable, sweet smelling and safe from the sun’s harmful rays – protected and comfortable wherever in the world you are headed.

Men’sPacificShirtShortSleeveCode: 03281

$77

Men’sPacificShirtLongSleeveSee rohandesigns.com

Code: 03275

$85

Men’sGrandTourChinosCode: 03204

$102

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From A to B.Via C, and D, and E, and...

Freight VestOverland shirt Long sleeveTrailblazers

ight, tough and protective– Rohan gear is for work, adventure and travel.

And because taking less means

that you get more done – design

is minimalist and versatile.

If a shirt can protect you from

the sun yet still look good

enough to wear in a smart

restaurant, that is one less

thing to pack and carry.

If clothing dries quickly enough,

there’s no need to carry a

change of clothes ‘just-in-case’

you get caught in a shower.

If everything is easycare,

at the end of the day it’s easily

washed in a stream or a sink

and ready to go again, clean

and crease free the next day.

And over the years, we’ve really

learned to sweat the small stuff

– this means you don’t have to.

Designing hidden pockets in

shirts and security pockets in

just about everything else we

make means that your most

important stuff is kept safe

and close to hand.

Getting organised, staying

healthy and travelling light

means you simply get more

done with less fuss.

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3.Men’sTrailblazersConvertibleRugged, protective and supremely comfortable, the ultimate trousers for the serious hiker.

Code: 03363

$135

Men’sTrailblazersThe regular version of our tough trekking trousers. See rohandesigns.com

Code: 03364

$120


4.Men’sFreightVestMulti-pocketed and multi-functional, our Freight Vest is the perfect choice for the adventurous world traveller.

Code: 03560

$165

2.EscaperCowlCapProtection for the head, ears and neck, for the very hottest climates.

Code: 03297

$37

1.Men’sOverlandShirtLongSleeveDesigned to meet the challenges of the hottest and most humid climates, combining advanced fabric technology with functional design and understated good looks.

Code: 03602

$97

Men’sOverlandShirtShortSleeveAll the same technical benefits of the long sleeved Overland Shirt, in a cool short sleeved style. See rohandesigns.com

Code: 03611

$89

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1.Women’sSanctuaryShirtLongSleeveFor trekking and adventurous travel, our Sanctuary Shirt is designed to take on the challenges of the hottest, harshest and most humid conditions in the world.

Code: 03607

$90

3.Women’sTrailblazersConvertibleRugged, protective and supremely comfortable. The ultimate trousers for the serious hiker that easily convert to capri length.

Code: 03360

$135

Women’sTrailblazersThe regular version of our tough trekking trousers. See rohandesigns.com

Code: 03361

$120

2.Women’sEssenceTShortSleeveDesigned in a relaxed, casual style but with all the performance of a technical base layer. A highly functional alternative to a basic, cotton top.

Code: 03595

$45


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Hidden protection. Simple style.

There’s loads more practical travel gear online at rohandesigns.com

sanctuary shirt Long sleeveTrailblazers Convertible


F orty years making

the best technical

travel gear in the

world has taught

us that designs which have

a simple style and hidden

technology are the most useful.

Adventure is by nature

unpredictable and the world

is quite complicated enough.

Everyday looks give technical

gear more versatility. And if a

zipped pocket can be hidden in a

seam it not only looks smarter,

it offers a more secure place to

stash cash or a credit card.

When technical trekking trousers

look smart enough for work, if

you need to, you can wear them

for work, plus, they won’t ruin

your chance of an upgrade on

the flight or make you feel

underdressed at a good hotel.

Features that are concealed

rather than overt allow you

to fit in, not stand out –

a benefit Rohanists seem to

appreciate as much in urban

jungles as they do in the

world’s wildest places.

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To see the full range of lightweight, protective summer gear go to rohandesigns.com

LIFE IS SHORT


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NEWCOLOUR

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1.Women’sElementPoloCode: 03357 $692.Women’sCrossoverShortsCode: 03586 $803.Women’sEccoKawaiiSandalCode: 03399 $1104.StowawayDaybag8Code: 03039 $47

5.Men’sElementPoloCode: 03356 $696.Men’sFusionShortsCode: 03583 $707.Men’sEccoAllTerrainLiteSandalCode: 03403 $1108.Men’sPalermoSunglassesCode: 03140 $80

Get the most from every day

of spring and summer with

our easycare, lightweight,

packable and protective gear.

And because features and

technologies are hidden,

our hard-working summer gear

always looks the part.


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BRiTAin’S HiddEn dEPTHS

Llyn idwal, Wales.

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The descriptions we had heard of the Fairy Pools had a whiff of exaggeration about them or perhaps bewitchment. Reports of bubbling waters tumbling through carved rocks into deep, gin-clear pools surrounded by carpets of soft moss had us eager with anticipation.

Our journey to find the best wild swims in the UK had uncovered many delights: secret coves, sea-caves, lazy meanders and silky estuaries, even so it was hard to imagine the Fairy Pools would live up to the hype as we walked over the rugged valley floor of Glen Brittle as if searching for the entrance to a magical kingdom.

The Allt a’ Choire Ghreadaidh is one of many streams that trace slender lines down the western flanks of the Cuillin mountains to bring icy clear waters from the peaks above to the river Brittle,

but geology and time have allowed this particular tributary to create something unique on its journey.

We heard the water before we saw it, finding ourselves at the edge of a narrow, deep gorge, looking down into two round pools separated by a slender rock causeway. Into the first pool a thundering waterfall was effervescing while the second pool lay glassy and tranquil. Only after we’d scrambled down, stripped off and dived in, gasping at the cold, did we find that the two pools were connected via an underwater arch.

We swam back and forth through the arch for much longer than the icy water should have allowed and then clambered out, exhilarated and more than a little bewitched. Time to get dry and warm in the fading sunlight.


2.EagleCreekTravelTowelLightweight and incredibly quick drying, perfect for travellers and outdoor enthusiasts.

ExtraLarge Code:03424 $45Large Code:03423 $33Medium Code:03422 $24

NEW1.Men’sRiverShortsTechnical shorts for land, lakes and the sea.

Code: 03059 $63

The book ‘Wild Swim’ is a collaboration between photographer Dominick Tyler and writer Kate Rew.

dominicktyler.com

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Fairy Pools, glen Brittle, isle of skye.

Burgh island, Devon.

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One of the things experience brings, is the ability to recognise when enough is enough. The art of travelling with no more than you really need gives great freedom. Unencumbered and uncluttered, you can move fast and light.

And it really does affect how much joy your adventure brings. Rohan gear like this breathes more, gives you more freedom of movement and just feels great to wear. It’s the art of having everything you need and nothing you don’t.


Men’sCoreSilverTShortSleeveCode: 03079

$54

Men’sRangefinderShortsCode: 03582

$93

Men’sWindshadowJacket

Code: 03254

$145

Men’sDharamCode: 03300

$175

Fast& light

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Women’sDharamCode: 03343

$175

Women’sWindshadowJacketCode: 03365

$145

Women’sEssenceHoodieCode: 03368

$74

Women’sPacerCaprisCode: 03098

$97

Windshadow Jacketessence hoodie

Pacer CaprisDharam shoe

Order by phone TOLL FRee 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 800 334 3750

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THE AURA SHIRT

Taking advantage of breakthrough fabric technology, our new Aura Shirt offers minimum weight and maximum

technical performance in a great looking shirt you can wear every day.

Men’sAuraShirtCode: 03376

$77

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Making a shirt this light isn’t easy, but making one which looks this good

and feels this much like a regular shirt really takes some doing –

it also requires some incredibly advanced fabric technology.

The problem with making extremely lightweight fabrics using

standard weaving techniques is the finished shirt becomes very sheer,

unpleasantly clingy and generally not very nice to wear.

To solve this problem we’ve worked with one of our most innovative

fabric mills to develop a new, three-dimensional weaving technique.

This gives the shirt a reassuringly solid handle and a

robust structure – but adds nothing to the weight.

Our Aura Shirt weighs in at an astonishing 110g, yet looks and feels great.

It gives total protection from the harmful effects of UV rays and Dynamic

Moisture ControlTM offers excellent comfort in hot and humid climates.

It packs down incredibly small and offers high levels of both

durability and tear resistance.

Our Aura Shirt takes advantage of sophisticated Anti Odour SilverTM

technology from Polygiene® to minimise the growth of bacteria.

And, when the time finally comes to freshen it up, it’s simplicity itself

to wash. Just chuck it the machine, or the nearest stream, and hang

it from its integrated Dryloops.TM You’ll find it dries in a matter of hours,

ready to go again. No ironing required.

It’s the perfect summer shirt for travel, outdoors and everyday.

Cloud Grey Check Blue Steel Check

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Women’s1. Elite Jacket Code: 03046 $335 2. Microgrid Stowaway Zip Code: 02921 $90 3. Essence Vest Code: 03374 $28 4. Roamers Code: 03234 $102

go to rohandesigns.com to see the Microgrid stowaway Jacket and the rest of our essence range

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The descent was tough last night. Legs and backs were complaining, but once we were in the valley and the stove was lit, smiles returned – a proper cup of tea never tasted better. Through the night a squall rattled flysheets, poles and nerves. A light rain, amplified to sound torrential, disturbed sleep. Dawn brought a different world, and the early start its own reward. The solace of a perfect sunrise lighting the limestone ridge ahead. Another day, moving fast and free in whisper light gear. Clear skies. Long views. Quiet for miles.

Men’s5. Elite Jacket Code: 03043 $335 6. Microgrid Stowaway Zip Code: 02915 $90 7. Ultra Silver T Short Sleeve Code: 02791 $43 8. Escapers Convertible Code: 03261 $117

go to rohandesigns.com to see the Microgrid stowaway Jacket, Ultra silver Crew Long sleeve and regular escapers

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We would love to show you everything we make but that’s virtually impossible in print. You will, however, find everything at rohandesigns.com. You can also read about the relevant

technologies for each product and there’s a detailed list of features and benefits.

This is just the tip of the Rohan range. Go to rohandesigns.com to see everything that we do.

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information

How to buy

Online

Phone

FREE SHIPPING

rohandesigns.com Easy and totally secure through our site. Register your email address, it’s the best way to keep up to date with everything new and exciting at Rohan.

800 334 3750 Order by phone TOLL FREE 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

on orders over $75 until 4 July 2013 It’s easy to order either online or by phone, and until 4 July 2013 we’ll deliver orders over $75 free of charge.

Payment

We accept payment by Mastercard, Visa or American Express.

The Rohan No Nonsense Guarantee

Rohan products are designed and manufactured to be as functional,

comfortable and durable as we know how. If for any reason they don’t

live up to your expectations, we will be amazed, disappointed and keen

to know why. We will then offer you a replacement or refund.

Shipping

Your order will be despatched direct from our warehouse in the UK. Most

parcels will be delivered within 10 business days. We charge a flat rate of $25

for shipping. Please note orders for several items might be delivered in more

than one parcel (this does not affect the shipping charge which is fixed at $25

regardless of the number of parcels). The shipping charge is non-refundable.

Returns

If you are not entirely happy with your order, simply return it to us in the condition

you received it within 30 days and we’ll happily exchange or refund you in full.

Please call 800 334 3750 to arrange for a free returns label to be sent to you.

We aim to process your refund within 14 days from receipt into our warehouse.

Free Exchange Shipping

If you wish to exchange an item for another size, color or an entirely different item,

return it to us and we will send you the replacement item free of any additional

shipping charges.

Customer ServicesWe absolutely do our best to delight you with our service. If we haven’t, please let us know. It’s the only way we’ll get better. You can email any suggestions or comments to [email protected]

The price you see is the price you payShipments from the UK to the US are subject to Federal import regulations which can incur duties and taxes levied as the parcels enter the country. But you don’t need to worry about that. Our systems are designed to settle this duty on your behalf – so the price you see is the price you pay.

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THE ORIGINAL

BAGSNEVER CHANGED. NEVER BETTERED.

Men’sBagsThe original multi-functional outdoor

trousers and the blueprint for all contemporary travel trousers.

Colours: Burgundy, Heritage Grey, Willow, Carbon, Ink Code: 00030

$85

Women’sBagsThey’re back! All the features

of our iconic trousers cut specifically for women.

Colour: Carbon Code: 00044

$85

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