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This ‘Desk’ Is More Than A Writing Surface

Biking to work? Sure. But how about biking while at work? This new machine turns work time into training time and pedal power into energy…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling November 26, 2013

Camera Cowboy: Peak Design CapturePRO Review

After spending 10 years as a newspaper photographer, I’m always on the lookout for innovative ways to carry a camera…

Written by Sean McCoy November 06, 2013

Made In USA Bike Bell Raises $300,000 On Kickstarter

Simple, functional and streamlined, this bike bell drew the support of nearly 6,000 backers during a month-long campaign.

Written by Sean McCoy October 21, 2013

In The Making: ‘Adventure Pack’ For Dogs

A new dog-gear company has launched on Kickstarter featuring a pack with stretchable straps, an emergency handle, and waterproof pockets.

Written by Sean McCoy October 14, 2013

World’s Smallest Flashlight? Tinier Than a AA Battery

It runs on hearing-aid batteries and weighs a scant 5 grams. The to-be-released NanoLite is about the littlest light we’ve ever seen.

Written by Stephen Regenold September 09, 2013

Bike Light of the Future: LED Grid Displays Signals, Graphics on Your Back

If it gets funded, the Fos will soon let riders and runners program an LED grid to dance, shimmer, and create graphics or words for…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 26, 2013

Ultimate ‘Elevated Sleeping’ Setup? Nube Shelter System

Leave your tarp and tent poles behind. A to-be-released shelter system works with any camping hammock to create what the brand touts is a “safe…

Written by Stephen Regenold August 15, 2013

Outdoor Photographer’s Dream Pack? Hidden Camera Case on Hip Belt

This unique backpack has a rotating hip belt with a compartment that pivots out for quick access to a camera. We gave it a month-long…

Written by Sean McCoy August 04, 2013

‘Flying Bicycle’ seeks Funding to Launch

Fly to work or school, or even into the wilderness on a camping trip. That is the promise if a new parachute-equipped bike product comes…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 21, 2013

‘Fuel Cell’ Power Source Works with Camp Stove

It fits on a standard gas canister and gives power via a fuel-cell mechanism. The HALO is made to recharge small gadgets in the woods.

Written by Stephen Regenold June 12, 2013

Tarp Blocks Rain, Collects Water For You To Drink

Combining a shelter and a water-collecting design, the Glider is a rain tarp for hammocks with the added benefit of funneling rain to ports that…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 05, 2013

You’re Grounded! ‘Earthing Sandals’ Provide Electrical Link To Planet

Sandals from Earth Runners use conductive materials in the laces and soles to quite literally ground the wearer with the planet.

Written by Sean McCoy May 22, 2013

Control iPhone with a Flat watch device made for sports

A new smartphone control device that looks like a wristwatch allows users to answer calls and control apps without taking a phone out of their…

Written by Sean McCoy May 02, 2013

Hidden pod on bike Broadcasts GPS position (thwarts thieves)

“The BikeSpike is a beacon that uses GPS and cellular technology to broadcast your position.” That’s a selling point a startup brand touts in a…

Written by Sean McCoy March 25, 2013

Ski Bags made from Recycled Billboard Vinyl

U.S. highway billboard vinyl is a thin, durable, and recyclable material. A new brand has built ski bags made of the material, which might otherwise…

Written by Stephen Regenold March 20, 2013

Industrial Wasteland Transformed into Climbing Paradise (in Buffalo, NY)

A massive, 100-year-old grain elevator in Buffalo, New York, that has long been abandoned is getting a major facelift. Plans are in place to transform…

Written by Patrick Murphy March 13, 2013

Fighter Jet Pilot tech adapted for Bike Helmet

It started with astronauts and fighter jet pilots. Now, a Tel-Aviv startup called LifeBEAM is entering the cycling world with a sensor-equipped bike helmet.

Written by Stephen Regenold March 13, 2013

‘Stick’ bike tools offer sleek package, leverage when clicked together

Fix It Sticks give the leverage of a three-way hex wrench but in a lighter, more packable format. We got our hands on a set…

Written by Patrick Murphy February 14, 2013

LED strip embedded on Bike Messenger Bag

Last month we covered HALO, a San Francisco startup that makes LED safety belts for bikers. A new push this month, the company has partnered…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 09, 2013

Wireless Audio: Bluetooth Speakers made ‘Rugged’ for Outdoors

Tiny package. Big sound. That sums up two wireless speakers we have been testing this month, both made with materials to be tough and “rugged”…

Written by Stephen Regenold December 17, 2012

Loud Bicycle: ‘Car Horn’ mounts on Bike frame

Would you mount a horn on your bike? That’s the proposition from a Boston-based startup, Loud Bicycle, which is currently attempting to raise funds on…

Written by Stephen Regenold December 13, 2012

LED Belt glows for safer Biking at Night

A neat idea, the Halo is an LED belt that adds visibility to a biker at night. Just don’t count on it as your sole…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 28, 2012

Startup promotes ‘Adventure for Good’ in Favelas of Brazil

“Create real social change through the power of rock climbing and the power of adventure.” That’s the goal of a unique project being promoted by…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 28, 2012

Hard To Miss: Bike Lights Like You’ve Never Seen Before

Revolights are now on sale! GearJunkie got a first-look test of Revolights, a spinning LED wheel light, which push high-vis red and white arcs 360…

Written by Patrick Murphy November 06, 2012

Pump it up: Jacket has ‘On-Demand insulation’ via inflatable chambers of Air

A Utah company has a new model of an inflatable jacket that can mutate from “a windbreaker to an insulated ski parka” with a hand…

Written by Stephen Regenold November 05, 2012

Square Water Bottle Raises $126K on Kickstarter. We test it out

A novel idea can raise six-figure investment via crowd-source funding sites like Kickstarter. Clean Bottle recently proposed turning its popular hydration vessel square, and people…

Written by Stephen Regenold October 22, 2012

Startup Outerwear Co. to be ‘100% Made in USA’

Take a look at the tag on a piece of your outdoor apparel. Chances are it will read “Made in China.” A new outdoor apparel…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling October 16, 2012

Dragged behind a Truck? ‘Honey Badger’ backpack Don’t Care.

A backpack that’s durable? Sure. A pannier that can withstand the elements? Definitely. But what about a pack that does both. . . and can…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling August 30, 2012

Clip-On/Clip-Off Camera Holder

Cameras can be a pain to haul on a hike. Neck straps are not always a good solution. The Capture is a “camera clip” device…

Written by T.C. Worley August 09, 2012

Camp Cooking Pot made out of. . . Paper!

Most cooking pots are made of metal. Energia USA makes its pots out of paper. The company’s Hexa Pot product is a disposable paper cooking…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 19, 2012

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