6 Cool Gadgets For Your Next Outdoors Trip
Summer is here! At least at half of the world. For most of us, that means – it's time to get outdoors (not just to play Pokémon Go) and start planning your vacation.
The discovery of fire is arguably the most important discovery in the entire history of mankind, but toying with it today in the campgrounds may not do you any good during drought season. Yet, the modern men are lucky to have enough cool gadgets and tech to keep themselves warm, dry, secure and entertained even in the middle of nowhere. If camping the "Into the Wild" style is not particularly your thing, take a look at these cool gadgets:
CamelBak All Clear
If you are planning an extended hiking trip or backcountry camping, carrying a bunch of water on your back will definitely ruin the entire experience. Go light and grab CamelBak All Clear with you – a smart $99 water bottle, which uses UV light to instantly purify the water. The UV bulb built into the container lives up to 10.000 cycles and you can zap over 80 bottles of water before the gadget needs recharging. If you drink 3 bottles of water a day, this gadget should keep you well hydrated for 9 years.
UST 30-Day Lantern
Wandering alone in the dark with coyotes howling in the background can be pretty scary experience even for the most fearless of us. When you are on a long outdoors drip, you need a consistent source of light. Having the hire kindle all the time can be both dangerous and time-consuming – everyone gets tired in the evening and just don't want to get up and search for firewood yet again.
That's where Ultimate Survival Technologies lantern appears indispensable. It can run without recharging for up to 30 days, however, that's on the lowest setting, which only emits 29 lumens of light. But that's enough to keep the evening camp atmosphere cozy. On the top settings, the lantern can function for up to 32 hours. The only possible disadvantage is that it runs on 3 D batteries, so don't forget to grab those!
Garmin Foretrex 401 GPS
This small, but sturdy wrist-mounted GPS was named as one of the best hiking GPS by All Outdoors. This new Garmin model is waterproof, capable of operating up to 17 hours non-stop without recharging. You can easily retrace your route using an easy-to-read LCD display; allows you to review your current location in multiple formats thanks to a dual position readout and features a small trip computer, electronic compass, barometric altimeter and sunset/sunrise clock.
If you want to wander off, but rest assured you'll return to the right place – this is the gadget for you.
Outdoor Tech Buckshot Pro
Is it a flashlight? Is it a power bank? Is it a wireless speaker? Outdoor Tech Buckshot is all three-in-one. About the size of a Red Bull can, this cool gadget will save you a lot of space in your backpack and some money as well as it costs just $79 (less than all the three from above combined).
You can enjoy the music for up to 10 hours; charge your iPhone for 1.5. times or GoPro camera twice. The light has three different modes (flashlight, lamp and emergency beacon) making the tool super versatile.
Leatherman Tread
Leatherman multi-tool bracelet is one of the most handy in a pretty literal way travel accessories out there. Thanks to its cool design you can strap over 25 tools around your wrist and be prepared for anything, anywhere. Your pockets will stay light, while your hands will certainly know what to do.
You can easily swap tools in and out – just take a coin to twist out one of the screws holding each link in. When you take off and fold the bracelet flat you have immediate access to all tools. The experience of using those may not be as smooth as using the standard sized toolbox, but on the other hand (pun intended) you can't hear those on your sleeve either. The price tag of $165+ is a bit expensive, but you can always add that to your gift wish list.
Kingii Wearable Lifesaver
If your outdoors adventures will involve some water fun like surfing, kayaking or cliff jumping, be sure to grab Kingii – a compact, stylish alternative to bulky inflatable flotation protectors. Worn on your wrist, this potentially life-saving device was specifically designed as small and as unobtrusive as possible to encourage more water lovers to wear it.
This bracelet includes a CO2 cartridge, screaming-orange inflatable bag, pull lever, compass and an emergency whistle.
Get active, stay safe and embrace the great nature around you!
