Technology

Is ‘OLED’ The Future Of Outdoors Lighting?

This is just a simple light, but its technology opens up a new world of design possibilities.

Written by Sean McCoy June 29, 2015

The Watch That Could ‘Save Your Life’

Meet the watch that could save your life. But at $16,000, the world’s first satellite beacon watch may also be the most expensive PLB.

Written by Billy Brown June 26, 2015

Pocket Power: ‘Flip 2O’ Test

The Flip 20 is a pack-of-gum size battery charger for your phone, camera, headlamp, and more.

Written by Eric Lemke June 24, 2015

40 Years: U.S.-Made Flashlights, Headlamps Hit Milestone

Brand celebrates 40 years of domestic manufacturing in 2015.

Written by Sean McCoy June 16, 2015

‘See In The Dark’ With Seek Thermal XR Camera

The Seek Thermal XR has a lens that senses infrared radiation. It is so sensitive it can detect body heat a quarter-mile away.

Written by Stephen Regenold June 15, 2015

New Pocket Camera Shoots Pro Quality Pictures

Sony’s new RX100 IV packs a lot of punch into a package that fits in a pocket.

Written by Steve Graepel June 13, 2015

Phone Designed To Unplug From Grid

Remember when telephones were simply telephones? The ‘Light Phone’ brings back those simpler times.

Written by Sean McCoy June 04, 2015

Aerial Assault: World’s First ‘Fish-Finding’ Drone

A drone made for fishing, it will scan the water and even carry your lure to the fish.

Written by Sean McCoy June 04, 2015

Ortovox Recalls S1+ Avalanche Transceivers

The S1+ hardware can fail, resulting in no signal transmission during an emergency situation, even as the unit appears to be powered on and functioning…

Written by Sean McCoy June 02, 2015

Power Up: Venture 30 Rugged Recharger Pack

This solid, simple battery pack has ports to interface with almost any gadget and a slick wrap-around cord. Read the full review:

Written by Stephen Regenold June 01, 2015

GoPro ‘Live Screen’ Mount

Turn that GoPro and smartphone into a bonafide camera setup, just like the pros.

Written by Eric Lemke May 26, 2015

Apps, Navigation, Email… Next-Level Outdoors Watch

The Fenix 3 by Garmin is a versatile, handsome watch for navigation and fitness. We put it to a test.

Written by Steve Graepel May 26, 2015

Rooftop Tents Get Upgrade

Treeline Outdoors has released an updated line of roof-top tents for 2015.

Written by Sean McCoy May 21, 2015

Glow-In-Dark: Bike Water Bottle As Illumination

Flick a switch and your water bottle will glow. A new product from Topeak adds illumination for visibility while biking at night.

Written by Stephen Regenold May 19, 2015

Keyless Entry: Bluetooth Auto-Locking Bike Lock

The age-old battle of keeping your bike safe has a new, high-tech ally. The LINKA bluetooth bike lock is the “World’s First Auto-Unlocking Smart Bike…

Written by Eric Lemke May 15, 2015