Memorial Day is upon us and the official start of summer is the perfect time to upgrade you’re old beach chair. We like the Tommy Chair from Business & Pleasure. It’s a recliner with 3 position comfort, a wood frame, and a durable umbrella-canvas seat in a classic stripe design. Built-in padded backpack straps make for easy transport from parking lot to the beach. Available in navy or black.
This is it. The biggest LEGO set ever—by number of pieces—is an all-new map of the world created entirely from 2-D tiles. With 11,695 pieces, it measures an impressive 41” X 25.5.” The kit consists of 40 Technic baseplates and mainly 1X1 round tiles. Of course you can customize the map by making your own continents and countries but brick-built pins also allow you to mark out places you’ve been to or want to visit. Recommended for ages 18+. Available June 1.
The Cleanstation from touch-free home innovators Simplehuman is a dedicated sanitation station purpose-built for iPhone. Drop your device in the slot where it’s lowered into the Cleanstation & in just 30-seconds, it is ejected germ-free. It uses UV-C LED lights to clean 99.99% of the surface area of your phone without ever touching it.
Measuring 12-inches tall and boasting 2314-pieces, LEGO’s updated R2-D2 droid set is a must have for Star Wars fan builders. The 2021 R2 is noticeably smoother & more rounded in appearance than the 2013 model. Other new features include his retractable periscope from Return of the Jedi & a hidden pop-out containing Luke’s green lightsaber. Drops May 4.
Blue brand coolers boast all the features of the big dollar ice chests but for a much cooler price. They’ve also got 43% more insulation to keep ice cold for up to 10 days. With rugged rotomolded construction, fail-free hinges, freezer-style lid gasket, & sure-grip handles, these 30, 55 or 100 quart coolers are built for years of adventure. Available in trademark blue, gray, & arctic white.
Just one click of the big, chunky INFLATE button & you’re instantly on your way to full pressure. The NewoCube is a portable inflation device that delivers 150 psi of pressure in a lightweight, go-anywhere design. It offers 4 preset Smart modes for one-click inflation, 5 nozzles for universal connection, and a large LCD screen where data is clearly displayed. A funded Indiegogo.
The MZ-Switch, from Myzone is a versatile heart rate sensor that delivers dual HRM function for more accurate heart tracking. One is a PPG sensor, like Apple Watch, the other is ECG. The Switch can be used in three different ways, depending on what exercise you’re doing. Wear it on the wrist for sports like running & swimming & then “Switch” & use it as a chest strap on the stationary bike or for lifting. Connects seamlessly with Strava, MapMyRun, and Apple Health.
Constructed of durable yet lightweight stainless steel and made in Kansas, the Pyro Camp Fire is a portable fire pit that’s designed for versatility. Large enough to burn 16” firewood, it features a removable mesh lid & ash catcher plus an optional grill kit—which in addition to a vented steel grill, includes tongs, spatula & a cutting board, to make the Pyro a true camping multitasker.
Designed for high-risk urban areas, the Litelok Core is a flexible, wearable, and lightweight bike lock. Super secure too, even rated strong enough for a motorcycle. Its strength its Boaflexicore, a layered, multi-material construction built to endure sustained attack. Let’s hope you don’t really need that! The Core is available in 2 different lengths, and 4 hi-vis colors.
Clip Garmin’s Approach G12 to your pocket or golf bag & this thin GPS range finder displays distances to the green at a glance on more than 42,000 courses worldwide. On top of robust course data, the G12 pairs with the brand’s Approach CT10 club trackers, for amazingly accurate shot tracking as well as with Garmin’s Golf App. Big Numbers Mode makes is easier to read & IPX7 rating insures all-weather performance. Battery life is 30 hours.
Nike’s latest addition to the Air Max legacy is the all-new Air Max Pre-Day. Named for running legend Steve Prefontaine, it merges 70s-era styling cues with modern tech. Recycled materials throughout the upper compliment a re-designed & streamlined Air Max outsole with a big window to display the airbag. Available on Air Max Day, March 26.
It’s a big claim but GigaDrive is putting it out there. This is the world’s fastest external SSD drive. It is powered by Thunderbolt4 and USB4—a next-gen universal cable connectivity that allows lightning fast yet stable read and write speeds of 2,800MB-per-second. Available in 1, 2, & 4TB capacity, it is a rugged, waterproof, & pocketable storage device that offers performance beyond all the rest. A funded Indiegogo.
As the temps begin to warm & cycling season opens up, Specialized has the headgear. The S-Works Prevail II Vent helmet offers the ultimate in air-flow and lightweight performance. And that’s not hot air. They claim this design is, “the coolest helmet we’ve ever made.” By the removal of foam “bridges” from the center and sides , air is more effectively channeled—a 20% increase in efficiency that will keep you cooler over the long haul.
Powerful enough for room-filling sound at home while small enough for all-around portability, the Roam speaker from SONOS is a versatile little noisemaker. It’s the audio brand’s smallest and most affordable speaker yet but the feature set is impressive. SONOS is known for premium quality sound & fit the Roam with dual Class H amps and an arcing “racetrack” mid-woofer. The battery delivers over 10 hours of playback & the IP67 rating keeps it weather-protected in the great outdoors.
Scandinavian adventure luggage maker Db is back with another innovation for those who travel with toys. Their new surfboard bags are the world’s first to offer a length-adjustable , compressible, rib-protected design. If you’re fed up with arriving at your surf destination only to discover dings and snapped off noses at baggage claim, Db has you covered. They took a decade of sports-gear luggage experience and applied it to surfing. These two bomber board bags are the result.
Razer’s Kiyo Pro is a 2.1-megapixel webcam that will make your remote meetings look a lot better, even in low light. Offering clear, crisp 1080p HD capture at 60 fps, it uses Razer’s Synapse software that enables you to adjust the field of view between 103º, 90º and 80º to show more or less of your background. The lens features Corning Gorilla Glass with an included privacy cover.
Over the years, Casio’s iconic G-Shock watch line has seen endless color combinations & variations but none as clearly cool as the new Transparent Pack. Using clear resins, Casio has created a fresh array of their most popular models—including the GA2000, GA900, the DW5600 & others, in both Transparent White & smoky Transparent Gray.
With an exterior of rich, warm walnut wood, the Maison Milan Magnetic Knife Holder keeps kitchen cutlery conveniently within reach and securely stored. At 20-inches wide, it features 2 slots and magnets throughout for keeping knives of all sizes and shapes. Easy-to-hang wall hardware is included.
Equipped with a 1080P FHD camera and night vision, the autonomous, AI-powered Moorebot Scout is a versatile little ’bot that will allow you to monitor & interact with pets or people remotely as well as monitoring & inspecting small, hard-to-reach areas all around your home or office. It offers smart integration with Amazon Alexa or Google Home and audio and visual intelligence that enables it to recognize, follow, and interact.
With the goal of reducing impact and maximizing energy return, The North Face’s newest footwear tech is a system called VECTIV that brings carbon fiber and composite plates to their trail running and hiking range. Utilizing rocker in the outsole, these shoes reduce downhill tibial impact, offering lightweight construction plus enhanced forward spring & energy return. VECTIV debuts in eight run and hike styles.
