Technology

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

First Look at Outdoor Gear for 2014

Shoes with lights, glowing jackets, merino wool calf sleeves… these are a few of the highlights from the Outdoor Retailer trade show today.

Written by Stephen Regenold August 01, 2013

GoPro App Gives Phone/Tablet Control, Playback

An upgrade to the GoPro app, available today for free, lets users play videos and view photos on their phone or tablet.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 31, 2013

Solar-Equipped Tent (plug your device inside)

Like a mini solar-powered home, a to-be-released tent from Eddie Bauer offers a sun-soaking array on top of its roof and outlet plugs inside.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 30, 2013

New SPOT has Better Battery Life, ‘Motion Sensor’ Built-In

News leaked on the third-generation SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger device earlier in the year. But this week the company makes official the product launch.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 29, 2013

Future Gear! First Look at Outdoor Equipment for 2014

Want to see the best new gear for next year? GearJunkie got the scoop on some of the top gear coming to market at the…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 22, 2013

First Look: JVC ‘Action Cam’ Update

A new JVC camera is a waterproof, rugged unit with a lot of features for $300. We take a first look.

Written by Sean McCoy July 17, 2013

Sensor-Equipped Kayak Paddle can ‘talk’ to Your Watch

Serious paddle junkies only should apply. This new kayak shaft has sensors and can blip out a signal to “talk” to your smartphone or ANT+…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 16, 2013

Glowing SUP Boards with LED Ignite Dark Waters Beneath

It costs $400. But for that cash you can convert a SUP board or kayak into a glowing craft to ignite the water at night.

Written by Stephen Regenold July 12, 2013

Survival Star Bear Grylls stamps endorsement on Tiny GPS Device

British survival star Bear Grylls has leant his brand and endorsement to a pair of Bushnell GPS trackers. Will he use the products on his…

Written by Stephen Regenold July 03, 2013

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

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