The versatile HPC Scout is a beast on the road and on the trail
The HPC Scout is a workhorse ebike built for commuting and off-road use. It features three power settings and an optional 2,000-watt motor capable of producing speeds of up to 40 mph on trails, with a range of up to 42 miles with an optional 842 watt-hour battery, all starting at $3,995.
Shoot smarter in the woods with the best photography gadgets for camping
Headed outside this summer? We've rounded up the best camera accessories for camping, so you can capture the best moments with little fuss.
HandyShower is the portable bathroom for your next camping trip
HandyShower is a new portable water system designed for campers who want to stay clean and healthy in the backcountry. The 3-in-1 system includes not just a shower, but also a bidet, and a faucet too, all connected to a two-liter solar bag that stores and heats the water, making it as comfortable to use as possible.
The D-Mask may be the high-tech future of diving and snorkeling
The DDG D-Mask is a concept design for a potential product that could change diving and snorkeling forever. The mask fits over the entire face and is compatible with both snorkels and oxygen tanks, and features a head-up display, bone-conduction audio, a built-in light, and a camera, and much more.
The Focus Paralane2 may change your mind about how heavy ebikes can be
Road and mountain bike manufacturer Focus announced the new Paralane2, a road bike that continues to evolve the electric market by introducing a model that weighs less than 29 pounds but features a detachable motor and battery that can drop its weight down to 22 pounds when those components are removed.
Ortovox recalls avalanche transceivers to fix potentially risky software bug
Backcountry ski and snowboard safety equipment manufacturer Ortovox is issuing what it calls a precautionary recall of its 3+ avalanche transceivers after discovering a software problem that could cause the devices to temporarily stop transmitting a signal, potentially hindering search and rescue operations.
Happier Campers are so lightweight even a Mini Cooper can tow them
The new Happier Camper camp trailers are designed to be lightweight, making them accessible to more people and allowing them to be towed by just about any kind of vehicle, while still offering a cozy interior with a modular design that taps into the tiny home movement to make camping fun and comfortable.
The best running shoes for women
Running can be an excellent workout for both the mind and body, but it's not entirely easy to indulge in a runner's high with a subpar pair of shoes. You want runners built to withstand mile after mile, no matter if you're on the road or pounding the trail. These are the best running shoes for women.
Yamaha’s Adventure Pro is a rugged tablet built for off-road navigation
Alongside its brand new Wolverine X2 off-road utility vehicle, Yamaha has also introduced the Adventure Pro navigation system. The ruggedized 7-inch tablet is built on the Android platform and gives off-roaders the ability to navigate backcountry trails, share routes, and challenge each other to speed runs.
Wearable device uses two methods to drive insects buggy, keep them away
The Bandito wearable device from Guarden is built to keep annoying, biting insects at bay using two different methods. The device uses both ultrasonic noise and a nontoxic scent that is designed to repel mosquitoes and other insects that keep us from going outside during the summer months.
The Dyrt launches mobile app to help you find the best places to go camping
The Dyrt is bringing its popular web-based campsite search tool to a mobile app for iOS and Android, allowing outdoor enthusiasts to use their smartphones to help them locate, rate, and review campgrounds across the U.S. The tool offers the ability to search all 50 states and read reviews to determine where to stay.
Omnicharge makes compact battery packs to power all of your outdoor adventures
Omnicharge is a company that makes portable power options, including the Omni 20 and Omni 20 USB-C. Designed for use by mobile outdoor professionals and frequent travelers, they feature AC outlets and quick-charging USB ports to keep devices functioning while you're on the go.
Juiced Bikes puts its own spin on the scrambler-style ebike
Juiced Bikes has put its own spin on the "scramblers" style of bicycles by launching three new ebikes on Indiegogo, each with its own distinct characteristics, components, and price points, with 52-volt batteries and a choice of two different electric motors to keep riders moving along on and off road.
The best running sunglasses
Running when it's sunny requires the use of a good pair of sunglasses, capable of allowing you to train without constantly squinting. Unlike regular sunglasses, your running shades need to be lightweight, secure, and durable enough to withstand anything. Here is a list of the best running sunglasses.
Carbon fiber bikes may become a whole lot cheaper with 3D-printed frames
Silicon Valley startup Arevo is gearing up to become a force in 3D manufacturing, and to demonstrate its capabilities it has created a new bike frame made from carbon fiber that it says it more affordable and efficient than making traditional carbon frames, potentially changing the bike industry.
Tackling the backcountry? LynQ smart tracker doesn’t need cell networks or subscription
The new LynQ smart tracker is a device that allows users – in groups of up to 12 – to track each other's location and find each other in crowds or in the backcountry without the need for GPS satellites, cell phone networks, apps, or other high-tech gadgets. The device has geofencing and messaging, too.
Spot X brings two-way satellite messaging to the masses
The new Spot X satellite messenger is the first new device from Spot in several years and a significant upgrade over previous models. It provides the ability for users to send two-way text messages for the first time on a Spot device, along with SOS features, GPS tracking, and more.
Campnab will help you score a last-minute campsite this summer
A new online service called Campnab will make it easier to find popular campsites for travelers by monitoring a user's favorite camping destinations and sending them a text message alert when a vacancy comes open for the dates and times they are looking for. The website doesn't book the campsite, just sends alerts.
Some ebikes now allowed at Mammoth Mountain Bike Park in California
California's Mammoth Bike Park will allow ebikes for the very first time when the trails open in May of 2018. All ebikes on the trail will be limited to Class 1 status, which means they must be pedal-assist bikes with a speed limited to 20 miles per hour. A pass is also required to ride at the park.
Garmin inReach Mini satellite messenger means no site is too remote to text from
Garmin's new inReach Mini brings all of the features and functionality of the full-sized version, shrunk down to a much smaller size. Those features include GPS tracking, satellite messaging, SOS alerts. It weighs just 3.5 ounces and is small enough to be carried anywhere.
It’s tough to find a more affordable ebike than Swagtron’s latest models
Swagtron, the company behind hoverboards and electric skateboards, expanded its lineup by adding three new electric bikes to its catalog, including two folding models and an electric fat tire bike aimed at the youth market. All three come in at affordable prices, making them more accessible to the masses.
Lifeproof wants to protect all your gadgets with its new backpack line
Smartphone case manufacturer Lifeproof has jumped into the backpack market with four new packs designed to keep our gadgets well protected while traveling, commuting, or hiking. Features include water resistant fabrics, tech-friendly pockets, and pass-through ports for headphones and charging cables.
With Zerotie footwear, you may never have to touch your shoelaces again
Zerotie Footwear has created a new line of shoes that look a lot like traditional sneakers but include a unique new feature that allows the wearer to tighten or loosen the laces without ever actually bending down to touch the shoe at all. Instead a wheel mechanism in the heel that does the job for them.
BMC Switzerland’s line of ebikes make their North American debut
Swiss-based BMC bikes introduced its line of ebikes to the North American market, bringing its Speedfox Amp and Trailfox Amp models to the U.S. for the first time. The bikes offer traditional mountain bike designs paired with state-of-the-art electric drive systems and battery packs.
Revant Optics wants to save the planet one pair of sunglasses at a time
Revant Optics is launching a new line of performance sunglasses that are designed to eliminate disposable active eyewear for good. The three pairs of glasses are guaranteed for life and feature replaceable parts, making it easy to repair broken frames, arms, and lenses at a negligible cost.
Tipoon is a tiny pop-up camper that triples in size
The Tipoon is a tiny camping trailer that can expand to more than three times its size when it reaches the campsite, providing a surprising amount of space in a small package that is easily pulled behind a car and can set up in minutes at the push of a button.
Urwahn’s Stadtfuchs smart bike is built for the modern urban commuter
The Urwahan Stadtfuchs is a German bike built for urban commuters, with such features as built in LED lighting (complete with daytime running lights), Bluetooth smartphone connectivity, and GPS tracking. The bike is also lightweight, features a modern design, and high-quality components.
The Vya smart bike lights will keep you safer and illuminated on the road
The new Vya smart bike lights from Light & Motion feature a host of technologies that help them stand out from the crowd, including auto day/night sensing to turn themselves on and off, and SafePulse which make it easier for drivers to safely pass cyclists.
Track your next ride with two new cycling computers from Garmin
Garmin has released two new cycling computers to track performance and keep cyclists connected while they are on their rides. The Edge 130 is a small, featured packed option, that connects with a smartphone while the Edge 520 Plus gets an upgrade with onboard maps, turn-by-turn directions, and more.
The RinseKit gets an upgrade with more capacity and a water heater
The original RinseKit gets an upgrade with new soft Lux Tote model and Hot Rod water heater. The Tote offers more carrying capacity, the ability to remove the water tank, and the an option to use it as a soft cooler. It also has compatibility with the Hot Rod to heat the water for on the go warm showers.
The Bosch PowerTube 500 is an ebike battery in stealth mode
In the summer of 2018, Bosch brings the PowerTube 500 to North America, integrating the new battery pack into consumer models for the first time. The PowerTube puts the battery pack into the frame of the bike, allowing it to appear like a more traditional bike, but with ebike performance.
The ‘ultimate dome tent’ is here and it’s made from Dyneema
Japanese outdoor equipment manufacturer Locus Gear has spent four years designing the ultimate dome tent using waterproof and breathable Dyneema to make it incredibly durable and strong – while remaining lightweight – for use in a wide variety of weather conditions, both warm and cold.
Turn your truck into a comfy mobile home with this pop-up camper
Camper manufacturer Fiftyten has created the Adventure Vehicle System, which is a modular pop-up camper that can turn any pick-up truck into a comfy mobile home complete with kitchen, expansive storage, a water tank, and comfortable sleep quarters that you can take with you anywhere.
Oakley’s latest cycling sunglasses promise to cut down on the fog
Oakley's new Flight Jacket and Field Jacket sunglasses are designed to help cyclists eliminate the fog that comes with overheating.