RIDGE MOUNTAIN GEAR min.bell
Shipping
International shipping is available (EMS from Osaka, Japan). Shipping cost is calculated at checkout.
Orders usually ship within 3 business days after payment is confirmed.
No shipments on Tuesdays (store closed) or during the year-end holidays.
Returns & Exchanges
Cancellations, returns and exchanges for customer convenience are not accepted.
If an item is defective or differs from your order, contact us by phone or email within 3 days of delivery. We will exchange it, or refund if no stock is available.
Introduction
Being in the quiet mountains can make you feel at peace, but at times you may suddenly be overcome with anxiety, as if something is lurking there.
When walking along a deserted mountain path, if you suddenly feel the bushes sway or sense a presence other than the wind, you will find yourself stopping in your tracks. I have had this experience many times myself. Still, I was reluctant to hang a large bear bell and have it jingle constantly, so I often ended up leaving the bell at home.
When I feel anxious, I try banging my trekking poles together to make a loud clanging noise, but there are limits to this.
"min.bell" was born from that experience.
Its compact size, like a charm, makes it easy to carry around. Another special consideration was the sound it produces. The clear sound of the bells resonates with just a gentle shake, blending gently into the natural air without disturbing the tranquility of the mountains.
Even when you're enveloped in uneasy silence, the clear sound of the min.bell will pleasantly resonate, subtly letting you know of its presence. Its discreet design allows it to be quietly stored in your pocket when not in use.
The bell's design is simple and understated, a slightly flared cone. At first glance, it appears so simple it's almost inorganic, but behind it lies a great deal of trial and error. The moment I picked it up, I couldn't help but mutter, "It's beautiful."
A clear tone that blends into the silence of the mountains, yet still has a strong presence.
We hope that the bell you create will accompany you as you walk through the mountains, transforming your anxieties into light, gentle tones.
S-bina is included
Includes one Nite Ize S-Binner Clear #0 Smoke.
Package
It will be delivered in a small box made specifically for "min.bell".
Please attach it to the hole circled in red in the image above.
Spec
Material: Main body: brass, Triangle ring: iron (plated)
Size: 25mm high x 20mm wide (body only)
Weight: Approx. 20g (including included S-biner)
Country of origin: Japan Producer: Nousaku Co., Ltd., Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture
About stock
Inventory is shared between our physical store and the online store, so an item may become out of stock after you place an order. If that happens, we will contact you promptly. Thank you for your understanding.
