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We were impressed when Walmart rolled out a carbon fiber bike for under $500 (even if the build quality is a little questionable). But now we’re really impressed, because they’re just revealed a new high-end bike line with models ranging from $2,300 to $6,000, and they're calling it Viathon. Oh boy.
We all talk about how important it is to have a will of steel in your mental tool kit, but we’re to tell you that a Steel Will EDC knife is also a pretty good addition to your physical tool kit.
It’s not that there aren’t “any good water filters” out there, it’s just that many are difficult and time consuming to use. We really like Sawyer’s Squeeze, as well as the LifeStraw and even the Grayl. But the Outdoor Answer? That was new to us.
XLR has been known as a quality engineer of audio products for some time, and the new Blue ember XLR Studio Condenser Mic is no exception. The Blue Ember XLR is a perfect mic for DIY enthusiasts who need a solid all-purpose recording microphone for making music or streaming live audio. It has a 38Hz-20kHz response range, so it can pick up low rumbling bass tones and crystal clear high notes to an unparalleled degree of precision. Even with it's low price, the Blue Ember is light years beyond speakers with built-in microphones such as the NYNE Aqua.
Any PC aficionado knows the benefit of a solid mechanical keyboard. Mechanical keyboards offer a superior response rate, longer lifespan, and more satisfying “click” sound than most normal keyboards on the market. The best mechanical keyboards have very small delays between key presses and inputs and are sturdy enough to pass the test of time.
Sort of. Knowing proper first aid is an essential outdoor skill. You need to be able clean and dress wounds and other injuries when medical attention can’t get to you, and in some cases, that could even require giving yourself stitches. A chore, which, to put it mildly, absolutely sucks. ZipStitch can make it easier.
It never fails; just when you seem to need your phone you see the 5% battery icon in your notifications. Running out of phone battery with no outlets around to charge can be very frustrating. That’s why the RAVPower Luster Mini 3350mA External Battery Pack offers enough power to keep your smartphone charged for days.
Smart Watches have seen an explosion in popularity in the last few years. These multi-functional devices sit on your wrist like a normal watch but are connected to your smartphone. You can use them to check your notifications, messages, contacts, and make calls. Some allow you to monitor your heart rate, track your position, and temperature. The sheer amount of things to do with a smartwatch makes them extremely useful for people who are on the go and need a quick way to check your info.
The dawn of spring and the promise of an upcoming summer mean we’re dusting off some of the gear getting back out there. They also mean it’s time to upgrade some old pieces of gear to improve the kit for the upcoming season.
Imagine the scenario: You are leaving your house for a job interview. However, you cannot find your house keys. You check under the couch, in all your kitchen drawers, and even the refrigerator. One of the worst feelings is losing an important accessory, such as your wallet, keys, or phone. If you have somewhere to be, taking time to search for your belongings can be frustrating or make you late. Fortunately, the Tile Pro Tracker can be used to find all your important possessions, wherever they might be. The Tile Pro Tracker is an updated version of the Tile Mate which came out a few years ago--and now with steroids.
Is that Damascus razor you saw at the flea market really Damascus? There may be no way of knowing.
Let's face it--unique watches are a fascination to many of us...very pleasing to the eye. While there are a number of lists put out every year during and after the biggest watch show in the world, they generally focus on the best or most exciting pieces with zero regard to whether they are watches anybody is likely to ever buy due to their respected price points.
IceCo calls their new iFreezer the “Future Car Cooler.” It’s not the first smart cooler out there, but if you can afford the hefty asking price, is one of the “coolest”.
Subaru has been teasing VIZIV concepts for a few years (the name comes from the phrase “vision for innovation). Concept models varied widely through this time, though each was built around built around some existing hybrid/crossover model, such as the Hybrid Tourer.
The Amazon Fire TV Stick is one of the more popular and well-known entertainment devices on the market. The Amazon Fire TV Stick puts all of your streaming and video services together in one place so you can browse and watch easily. All you have to do its plug the stick into the HDMI port of your TV, attach the micro USB power cord, and connect it to your Wi-Fi. Once you sync your accounts, you can start watching. The Fire TV Stick has apps for Netflix, Hulu, STARZ, Showtime, CBS, HBO, and more, so no matter what service you use you can put it up on your TV.
We have all been there before. You are out and about, and then the creeping feeling hits you—did you forget to lock the door to your house? The anxiety of not knowing how secure your home and possessions are can be awful. Luckily, the 3rd Gen August Smart Lock Pro gives you a way to check and lock/unlock the doors of your house from wherever you are.
Over in the tech world, 2019 is shaping up to be the Year of the Foldable Phone – and when we say foldable, we don’t mean like your old flip phone.
Dunkin Donuts (Or Dunkin’, as they now call themselves) may not make the finest coffees, but they sure know how to collaborate to create fun stuff - whether that’s a unique coffee porter or a pair of donut-themed running shoes
Have you ever in your life thought to yourself – man, wouldn’t a yogurt flavored liqueur taste really good? I could really see serving that at the next party. Well somebody in Amsterdam apparently has, because Bols actually does make a Yogurt Liqueur.
Last year, Ohio-based Allite announced what could be the next big thing in bikes: Super Magnesium, the alloy that’s 33% lighter than aluminum and as strong as carbon fiber. With bikemakers always seeking to make their frames lighter without compromising strength, a material with those properties could be a winning recipe.
Getting a good night’s sleep is vital for just about everything in life. Most of us have no problems sleeping the night through when we hit the hay, but there are those find getting their rest a bit more difficult.
Backpackers and campers seeking a lightweight, compact, portable grill have their pick of a number of options, from disposable bamboo grills to more conventional choices. But few are quite as ingenious and portable as BISON GEARS’ Rolling Grill.
If you missed the fact that Patagonia sells camping food, we’ll give you a pass; most people aren’t aware that Patagonia Provisions was launched in 2012, and the line of camping provision and now everyday food seems to keep flying under the radar.