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SlingFin Honey Badger Backpack

SlingFin’s Honey Badger backpack is finally coming to Kickstarter

In development for more than five years, the SlingFin Honey Badger hardshell backpack is finally coming to Kickstarter.
Kinesix ThermoSmart Jacket

Kinesix is the smart, heated jacket that automatically adjusts its temperature

Kinesix is a heated jacket that can automatically sense the temperature inside and adjust the amount of heat provided accordingly.
Action Jacket

This limited-edition outdoor jacket just scored $150K on Kickstarter

Launched don Kickstarter, the waterproof Action Jacket has pulled in more than $150,000 to create an outdoor jacket for the active lifestyle.
Gazelle Avenue

Leave the car behind with this commuter-focused ebike from Gazelle

The Gazelle Avenue is an ebike designed for comfortable commutes through urban settings using an advanced Shimano STEPS drive system.
Patagonia Worn Wear

Trade in your old Patagonia gear to get new stuff — and help save the planet

Patagonia's Worn Wear program allows customers to trade in their older gear for credit toward buying new products from the company.
Firefly

The Firefly fire starter is a handy upgrade for the iconic Swiss army knife

Launched on Kickstarter, Firefly is a handy fire starter that conveniently stores in the toothpick slot on a Swiss Army Knife.
Whitepod Eco-Lodge

The Whitepod luxury eco-lodge is located in the heart of the Swiss Alps

Whitepod is an eco-luxury hotel located in the Swiss Alps where visitors stay in custom-built geodesic dome suites with stunning views.
Cobi Bike System

Bosch acquires smart bike startup Cobi to deliver a better ebike screen

Bosch eBike Systems has acquired startup Cobi to integrate smartphones with ebikes to deliver a smarter dashboard and screen.
Huru backpack

Huru is the water-resistant, indestructible travel pack for all your adventures

Huru is a travel backpack that was built to survive just about anything. It is water-resistant, has an expandable main compartment, and more.
Fitness AR

Fitness AR uses Strava and ARKit to share your workouts in augmented reality

Fitness AR is an augmented reality app that uses workout data collected by Strava and Apple's ARKit to display a run or ride in a new way.
686 PBR Sixer

Stay warm while keeping your beer cool with the Sixer insulated jacket

The Sixer insulated jacket from 686 will not only keep the wearer warm on the slopes, but carry up to 10 cans of beer at the same time.
Sunflare solar panels

Add solar power to your camper with this lightweight and efficient option

Sunflare solar panels are lightweight and efficient, making them a good choice for use on recreational vehicles.
Pro-X water filter

Pro-X is the first portable electric water filter for use in the outdoors

The Pro-X water filter is the first portable electric purifier designed for campers and backpackers who need clean drinking water.
tnf ventrix jacket 1

The North Face's new Ventrix jacket is built to vent heat and moisture

The North Face's innovative new Ventrix jacket vents heat when things get active and stays warm when things start to cool down.
Helios solar powered lantern

This Solar-powered lantern can produce up to 700 hours of light from a single charge

Helio is a solar-powered lantern and power bank for lighting up the campsite and keeping mobile devices charged while off the grid.
Strava

Gym and Studio Sync lets Strava users upload their indoor workouts too

With Gym and Studio Sync, Strava users can now upload their workout data from indoor cycling sessions, workout classes and more.
meyerhoffer 2prt surfboard 1a

Designer Thomas Meyerhoffer’s modular surfboard may be the only one you’ll need

Designer Thomas Meyerhoffer has created a modular surfboard that can be customized for wave conditions and breaks down for easy transport.
Bosch

Next-generation Bosch electric drives make ebikes quieter and more efficient

The new Bosch Active Line of electric drives make ebikes quieter and more efficient, eliminating resistance to pedaling when not engaged.
BMC Speedfox AMP

BMC Speedfox AMP is a mountain ebike that doesn’t look like one

BMC's Speedfox AMP mountain ebike features a Shimano E-8000 electric drive, a carbon frame, and specially designed geometry for trail riding.
Patagonia Micro Puff Hoody

Micro Puff from Patagonia is the company's lightest, most packable jacket yet

Patagonia's new Micro Puff Hoody uses PlumaFill synthetic insulation to create the company's lightest and most-packable insulated jacket ever.
Yeti Innovation Center products

In Yeti’s innovation labs, tough outdoor gear is born (and beaten senseless)

We took a look inside Yeti's top-secret Innovation Center, where new products are tested and pushed to their absolute limits.
Polar OH1 heart rate monitor

Leave the chest strap at home with Polar's OH1 heart-rate monitor

The Polar OH1 is a lightweight and compact heart rate monitor that can be worn on the upper or lower arm, rather than the chest or wrist.
Otterbox uniVerse CAD

Otterbox lets smartphone owners create their own accessories for uniVerse case

Create and 3D print your own accessories for the modular Otterbox uniVerse Case System using CAD files of the accessory mount system.
Totality eclipse video

How a stunning photo from this week's total eclipse was captured and went viral

Totality is an amazing video that shows the meticulous planning that went into capturing one of the most iconic photos of the total eclipse.
Ghostek NRGcamper

The Ghostek NRGcamper may be the most high-tech backpack ever

Ghotek's NRGcamper backpack is equipped with such high tech features as a built-in solar panel at a massive USB battery pack.
Gobi Gear Free Spirit

Gobi Gear's packable backpack weighs less than a pound and fits in your carry-on

Gobi Gear's new Free Spirit is a lightweight, packable backpack that travelers and hikers can take with them anywhere.
STCKBLS

STCKBLS is a modular grilling system for camping and tailgating

STCKBLS is a new modular, portable grilling system that includes a portable gas grill, grill stand, and cooler, all of which stack.
Thindown

Eddie Bauer uses Thindown insulation to redefine down jackets

Thindown is a new form of insulation that uses sheets of down to eliminate quilting in down jackets, improving cold weather performance.
helicopter glamping

Glamping in a tricked-out helicopter is now a possibility in Scotland

Go helicopter glamping in Scotland at Mains Farm Wigwams, where a refurbished Sea King helicopter can be booked for a nights stay.
Riese & Müller e-bikes

Riese & Müller mark 25th anniversary with special-edition ebike models

German ebike manufacturer Riese & Müller added three new models to its 2018 lineup of bikes in North America.
Lander Backpack

New backpacks promises to protect tech devices during outdoor adventures

The newest backpacks from Lander provide users with a storage space dedicated to keeping our tech devices protected from the elements.
Ultimate Nexus

Tiny Ultimate Nexus camper easily transforms into a roomy outdoor living space

The Ultimate Nexus Teardrop Trailer is a tiny camper that converts into a full size living space complete with king-size bed.
Polar Seal

Stay warm this winter with the Polar Seal heated sports pullover

The Polar Seal is an active outdoor pullover that features integrated heating elements to keep the wearer warm in cold weather conditions.
Crua Clan

The Crua Clan tent system may be the only outdoor shelter you need

The Crua Clan tent system is a modular approach to camp shelters, providing a single option for all outdoor activities.
Otterbox Growler

Otterbox quenches your summer thirst with new 64-ounce growler

Otterbox introduces the Elevation 64, a large growler designed to keep your favorite beverages cold during the summer months.
Mountain Hardwear Multi-Pitch packs

Mountain Hardwear reveals new Multi-Pitch line of climbing packs

Mountain Hardwear's durable new Multi-Pitch line of backpacks has been designed specifically for rock climbers.
Rambo Bikes

Rambo’s electric bikes are built for rugged backcountry adventures

Rambo ebikes are built for use in the backcountry where their rugged frames and fat tires can virtually roll over anything thrown at them.
Avionics V1

The Avionics V1 looks like no other ebike on the market, reaches 32 mph

The new Avionics V1 e-bike has a retro look, comes with a 5000-watt motor, and a battery that can last for up to 75 miles between charges.