Technology

GPS Device: Now with WiFi, Android OS (same as a smartphone)

It costs more than many tablet or notebook computers. But for $649 Garmin thinks it has “taken the outdoor GPS to a whole new level.”

Written by Stephen Regenold June 24, 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

‘Pro-Level’ Videos Made in Minutes (goal of GoPro Studio 2.0 software)

GearJunkie got an exclusive scoop on a to-be-debuted video editing program from GoPro. A unique template format to be included in the software when it…

Written by Stephen Regenold June 08, 2013

Best Sport Earbuds on Market? Silicone Tips ‘Lock’ into Ear

Yurbuds have grippy “medical-grade” silicone tips that mold to the shape of your ear. They are comfortable for an hour or more on a run…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 29, 2013

Call from Anywhere. SPOT launches Satellite Phone for Outdoors

It’s just 5 inches tall. The body is made rugged for the outdoors. Announced today, Spot LLC will soon start selling a satellite phone.

Written by Stephen Regenold May 13, 2013

Ultimate Outdoor Computer? Startup unveils Tablet for Wilderness Pursuits

Sqigle INC. needs $250,000 in crowd-sourced money to make it happen. But if the brand funds its project the outdoor world will have a neat…

Written by Stephen Regenold May 09, 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

First Look: Suunto ‘Ambit 2’ For Multisport Market

Suunto expands its Ambit line with two new watches for the “explorer” set as well as triathletes and other multi-sport athletes. We got the industry’s…

Written by Stephen Regenold April 28, 2013

Speaker fits in Bike water bottle cage (lets you pump tunes to world)

A good idea or not, the boomBOTTLE mobile bluetooth speaker fits in a water bottle cage for music-filled bike rides. Share your tunes with the…

Written by Sean McCoy April 10, 2013

Ski Film company buys Helicopter ‘Gyro camera’ for $750K

Talk about high resolution. A new camera system purchased by Teton Gravity Research is gyro-stabilized and costs three-quarters of a million bucks. The crisp footage…

Written by Stephen Regenold April 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

These sunglasses are made from a Plant (lens and all)

Most sunglasses are made of petroleum-based materials. But in an effort to reduce its ecological footprint, ZEAL has 100% “plant-based” sunglasses coming out this spring.

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling March 21, 2013

‘Luxury watch’ has leather band, digital face, wilderness sensors inside

With price tags hovering at $950 and up, this week Suunto upgrades its Elementum watch line and “enters the luxury timepiece market.” But inside are…

Written by Stephen Regenold 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

You ‘lack the skill’ for new rear shock, brand cites

In a bold statement that’s obviously a marketing stunt, RockShox notes that almost all of its customer base is not good enough for a new…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling March 12, 2013

PVC ‘pillow’ lantern is inexpensive Light source

It looks like a pillow with a cell phone glued on the side. Closer up, you see a solar panel and a tiny red light.…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 25, 2013

‘iPhone-powered’ bike computer runs Cycling Apps with wireless link

Put your phone in a jersey pocket and ride. Advertised to be the first “iPhone-powered” bike computer, the RFLKT product from Wahoo Fitness acts as…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling February 14, 2013

Glow-in-dark Running Jacket? Now a reality

No joke. You “activate” the fabric on this jacket from New Balance by leaving it under strong lights for 10 minutes. Light is absorbed. Then…

Written by Amy Oberbroeckling February 12, 2013

Snap on a GoPro and shoot: Helmet has camera mount

Called the Edit, a new snowsports helmet from Giro has a place to snap on your GoPro or other action cam. No more top-of-the-head camera…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 07, 2013

Light-Equipped Longboard (white headlight, red light on rear)

This 36-inch longboard has a concave deck and “ruggedized, luminescent display” lights embedded in the tip and tail. Time to shred and carve after dark…

Written by Stephen Regenold February 07, 2013

‘Robotic Cameraman’ films Solo adventurers via GPS track

A new device, the SoloShot, comes mounted on a tripod. It uses GPS to track and follow surfers, skiers, and other solo adventurers looking to…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 30, 2013

Flexible, ‘Soft-Shell’ helmet debuts for snowsports

Able to take “hit after hit” while skiing in a park, a new foam helmet from Giro offers long-lasting head protection. We got a sneak…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 29, 2013

Hat made of new Cork-based material

Your hat won’t smell like merlot. But a new fabric from Schoeller Textile used in a hat from Tilley Endurables employs cork that could otherwise…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 28, 2013

Lightweight, Off-Grid Power from ‘Sherpa 50’ kit

If you need big power in a small package, the 3-pound Sherpa 50 kit could be your portable substation solution. It comes with solar panels…

Written by Stephen Regenold January 15, 2013

Toy-Like ‘action camera’ unveiled by Panasonic

Get your “earhooks” ready. A new type of wearable action camera, the HX-A100 by Panasonic, comes out in March.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 10, 2013

Click & Choose: Online App lets you design Custom Jacket

A customization app from Wild Things lets a buyer build outerwear to their exact specification. Everything from fabric color to insulation type is in your…

Written by Patrick Murphy January 10, 2013

Case uses angled lens to convert iPhone to ‘Action Camera’

“Convert your iPhone to a rugged helmet camera.” We’ve heard this before. But this week G-Form has unveiled a product that’s different.

Written by Stephen Regenold January 10, 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

Glass, Nails, Potholes… ‘Flat-free’ bike tires cannot pop

In a perfect world, bike tires would never go flat. Acme Bicycle Products offers a new wheelset designed to bring us closer to this utopian…

Written by T.C. Worley January 08, 2013

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