May 25th, 2012 at 4:00PM:
Hate traveling with a bulky, plastic bike helmet? Say hello to the Hövding Bike Helmet, an ingenious invention out of Sweden that takes up only a sliver of space in your luggage and activates only upon impact, much like a car's airbag.
Reminiscent of the zippered collar of an athletic jacket, the scarf-like Hövding contains a folded-up "invisible" nylon hood whose trigger ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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The Next Must-Have Adventure Gear? The 'Invisible' Bike Helmet
May 25th, 2012 at 4:00PM:
Hate traveling with a bulky, plastic bike helmet? Say hello to the Hövding Bike Helmet, an ingenious invention out of Sweden that takes up only a sliver of space in your luggage and activates only upon impact, much like a car's airbag.
Reminiscent of the zippered collar of an athletic jacket, the scarf-like Hövding contains a folded-up "invisible" nylon hood whose trigger ...Gadling Gear Review: SuperTooth Disco Portal Speaker
May 21st, 2012 at 8:00AM: One of the best things about carrying smartphones, tablets and laptops with us when we travel, is that we are also generally carrying our entire music libraries with us as well. The problem is, the speakers on those devices aren't usually the best for enjoying that music and we don't always want to wear headphones to get the best sound. Fortunately a number of companies now make excellent portable ...The Newest Innovation In Snorkeling: The Powerbreather
May 17th, 2012 at 2:00PM: When traveling to tropical regions, I love snorkeling and seeing the unique marine life. However, one thing I hate is how I can never seem to perfectly place the snorkel tube as to not get water in my mouth. Luckily, a new product called the Powerbreather has been designed to fix this.
Tagged as the "future in swimming," the Powerbreather is a ring shaped, elastic snorkel that wraps around the ...Nat Geo Announces 2012 Gear Of The Year
May 16th, 2012 at 8:00AM: Travelers and outdoor enthusiasts looking for the best new gear for their summer adventurers will want to check out National Geographic's Adventure Blog. Earlier this week the site announced its selections for Gear of the Year, with the best new tents, boots, gadgets and apparel earning a place on the list.
Some of the more interesting items to get the nod include a new sleeping bag from Sierra ...Gadling Gear Review: Western Digital My Book Live
May 7th, 2012 at 8:00AM: The biggest buzz word in technology over the past year or two has been "cloud services" with a number of companies, including Apple, Microsoft and Google, all announcing options that allow us to store files onto a virtual drive that is available whenever and where ever we have an Internet connection. We even told you how cloud services will change the way that you travel in our recent "Travel ...Clean Camping: The Nemo Helio Allows For Portable Showering
May 5th, 2012 at 2:00PM: While camping can be a lot of fun, one issue many people have is the lack of hygiene. Even when there are showers available, they're often dirty and lacking in water pressure and hot water. Luckily, the Nemo Helio Pressure Shower compact shower system helps to solve this very problem.
According to the website, the product "comes in a small, neatly nested kit, weighs less than a full Nalgene, ...Gadling Gear Review: Keen Turia Sandals
Apr 30th, 2012 at 8:00AM: Shoe manufacturer Keen is well known for making comfortable and sturdy footwear for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Their catalog includes shoes for hiking, trail running and even cycling, all of which manage to remain both durable and stylish at the same time. Perhaps their most iconic offering is their line of sandals which continues to evolve and improve while retaining the core ...Love Camping And Biking? Try Kamp-Rite's Midget Bushtrekka
Apr 24th, 2012 at 3:00PM: For those interested in ecotourism as well as the great outdoors, here is a piece of gear that is perfect for you. Kamp-Rite has introduced a unique kind of bike trailer that allows campers to set up a special Kamp-Rite Oversize Tentcot tent on top of the trailer. While this may sound like you'd be sleeping on unsteady ground, the company insists that the product's fully adjustable leveling jacks ...Gadling Gear Review: Eureka Warrior 230 IR Lantern
Apr 16th, 2012 at 8:00AM: One of the great things about spring camping is that the warm days are perfect for being outside and the cool nights make for wonderful sleeping. There are few things better in life than hiking all day with friends only to return to the campsite to cook a wonderful meal and curl up in a warm sleeping bag with a good book. However, once you get comfortable in that sleeping bag, you don't want to ...Travel Smarter 2012: The best gear for your 2012 travels
Mar 19th, 2012 at 9:00AM:
Bad gear is dead weight, you might as well toss it right into that bin with the stuff that the TSA says you can't take on the plane. A bag that has cheap zippers, clothing that doesn't dry quickly when you've washed it in the hotel room sink, refillable bottles that don't stay shut and ooze shampoo all over the shirt you packed especially for that client meeting... Packing smart is just, well, ...Gadling gear review: Supertooth HD Bluetooth car speakerphone
Mar 14th, 2012 at 12:00PM: One of the best accessories for any road trip these days is a good handsfree Bluetooth device that allows drivers to take and make phone calls while keeping their hands firmly on the wheel. An increasing number of new cars come equipped with these systems, but for those of us not fortunate enough to own such a vehicle there are a number of options available that deliver similar functionality. Take ...Travel Smarter 2012: New technologies that make travel more social
Mar 11th, 2012 at 9:00AM:
While there was once a time when people would simply head down to their local travel agent for a trip recommendation, the world of social media and technology has greatly impacted the way we travel. And that's not only in terms of tips and advice, but also, in regards to trip sharing, accommodation booking, finding travel companions, and even choosing who we sit next to on a flight. Here are ...Gadling gear review: Camelbak All Clear water purification system
Mar 5th, 2012 at 8:00AM: Finding safe and clean drinking water while traveling can often be a real challenge, particularly if you're visiting some of the more remote destinations on the planet. Wandering off the beaten path may be one of the more rewarding elements of travel, but it can also be detrimental to our health as many of the world's water sources contain bacteria, viruses and even parasites. Fortunately there ...Gadling gear review: Keen Harrison 15 messenger bag
Feb 27th, 2012 at 8:00AM: When setting out on any trip these days, a good carry-on bag is one of the best items that you can have at your disposal. Considering we rarely leave home without our laptops, tablets, iPods, and various other gadgets, the ability to carry all of that gear comfortably and safely is a high priority. It doesn't hurt if that same bag can help us quickly and easily navigate through airport security ...Gadling Gear Review: Heat Holders Socks
Feb 23rd, 2012 at 8:00AM: I suffer terribly from cold feet; it's why I don't cheap out on socks. It's also why I have one of those electric heater mats on the floor under my desk (a gift from my mate who sometimes just nails the gift giving with weird yet supremely likeable prezzies). Socks are way low on the scale of glam gear down with quick-dry underwear and refillable three ounce bottles, but they're essential, and ...Gadling gear review: Lenovo IdeaPad K1 tablet
Feb 20th, 2012 at 8:00AM: Over the past two years, the introduction of tablet computers have had an unmistakable impact on how we travel. Smaller and lighter than laptops, yet with plenty of power and versatility, these devices allow us to stay connected, entertained, and productive, while on the go. Obviously, Apple's iPad is the most well known of these products, but there are a host of other tablets available as well. ...Gadling gear review: Satechi SoundFly View Bluetooth FM transmitter
Feb 13th, 2012 at 8:00AM: One of the great features of owning a smartphone is that it allows us to carry our entire library of music, not to mention stream live audio or video, anywhere we go. That feature is great for when you get stuck in line at the DMV or are stranded in the waiting room at your doctor's office, so it seems only natural that smartphone users would want to listen to that music or streaming audio in ...Gadling gear review: Nikon CoolPix AW100 camera
Feb 6th, 2012 at 8:00AM: Buying a digital camera is no easy task these days. As cameras have grown in popularity, the market has become flooded with dozens of models, all with a dizzying array of features and specs, and few ways to distinguish one from the next. Aside from minor variations in shape and color, most of them all look about the same, and it is difficult to know which one is the best fit for each of our ...Gadling gear review: Keen Howser Wool Shoes
Jan 30th, 2012 at 8:00AM: Have you ever wondered what it would be like to wear a sleeping bag on your feet? That's exactly how Keen bills their Howser Wool slippers, which are designed to be comfortable and warm, both at home or while out and about around town. The shoes more than live up to that billing and make an excellent option for travelers as well.
In designing the Howser Wool slippers, Keen incorporated recycled ...Gadling gear review: Bushnell HD Torch flashlight
Jan 23rd, 2012 at 8:00AM: Lets face it, a flashlight is one of the most useful pieces of gear that we can own. Who amongst us hasn't found themselves caught in the dark and wishing we had a bright light to help find our way. Flashlights come in handy around the house, in the car, and even when we travel, and the HD Torch from Bushnell is one of the most versatile and useful of all, even if it does come with a hefty price ...
