The unquestionable performance of Dyson’s V11 handheld just got upgraded. The new V11 Outsize has a bin that’s 150% larger than the original and the cleaner-head is 25% bigger. This means the same lightweight convenience with the power to cover more ground. The new model also offers a swappable 60-minute battery for unlimited cordless run-time.
The Cache Display Valet from Drop Studio keeps your EDC arsenal organized and on display. For knives, watches, sunglasses, flashlights, and pens, to your phone, wallet, cash, and keys, everything is in its place & at your fingertips. Sized for your nightstand or dresser, the case features a black faux leather exterior and a soft microfiber lining as well as a lock & key for security.
Designers from Nintendo and the LEGO Group worked together to create something brand new for their first-ever collaboration with Mario Bros. The forthcoming set, aimed at younger users, is coming to life in a way that merges physical Lego building with advanced tech like AR & touchscreens integrated into physical characters. LEGO hasn’t released all the details yet but we do know the Mario Bros. set is coming sometime in 2020.
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Designed to keep your valuable camera & video equipment protected, clean, and dust-free, the multi-purpose Tech Wrap wraps around your electronic items and protects them from scratches, dust and even a bit of drizzle. It also provides extra padding for your camera bag or backpack to ensure your gear stays safe at all times. Available in 2 sizes, it features a soft, microfiber interior, and splashproof synthetic outer layer. This is a funded Kickstarter.
Widely regarded as among the most influential pitmasters in the U.S., Aaron Franklin’s latest endeavor is producing the ultimate backyard smoker in his Austin-based welding shop, under the nameplate Franklin Barbecue Pits. The first in his forthcoming line of prosumer BBQ equipment is a big boy smoker. Weighing in at 550 pounds it boasts a grill surface that’s 19 by 36 inches, a double-walled firebox, a 5/16-inch-thick cook chamber big enough to fit three briskets, a removable smokestack, a water pan shelf, and the whole rig rolls on industrial 5-inch casters.
With a silent and super-efficient Minn Kota trolling motor you can control from a bluetooth remote, the saltwater-ready Sportsman Autopilot 120 from Old Town is an advanced fishing kayak, designed to get you to the fishing spot faster and smoother & you barely have to lift a finger. Equipped with Spot-Lock technology, the motor holds your kayak in position despite wind and current, maintaining your position while you focus on the fish. It offers premium seating, two forward-facing and two rear-facing flush mount rod holders, an oversized rudder, a safety killswitch and many more tournament-level features.
Designed and built to Yeti standards of performance and durability, the brand calls their Trailhead Camp Chair a “best-in-class seat”. Out in the backyard or far afield, this overbuilt chair will always have your backside. It features a lightweight frame that will hold up to 500 lbs. The seat is made of ultra-supportive FlexGrid fabric and an included carry bag makes it easy to grab your chair & go. Choose from Navy or Charcoal.
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Nitecore’s NSH10 is one badass ’biner. Technically, it’s a Multi-use Snap Hook but whatever you call it, this is one solid clip for your EDC essentials. Machined from TC4 titanium alloy, it features secure 45º elastic spring gates and a sandblasted, anti-corrosion finish. Bonus functions include bottle opener, hanging hook, and flat head screwdriver.
With Makeway, you (and the kids) can create crazy Rube Goldberg contraptions. It’s a unique modular “puzzle” with magnetic bits you can arrange in countless configurations to send your marbles on a wild ride. With a variety of interchangeable tracks, mechanical gates, levers, and launchers, the possibilities for creative fun are endless. A funded Kickstarter.
With a flexible design that lets you lock your bike onto virtually anything, the Litelok Flexi-U Silver is an updated and upgraded U-Lock boasting patented technologies. The Patented Boaflexicore strap offers test-proven security while its patent-pending downward ‘line of sight’ locking mechanism and hardened aerospace-grade steel lock casing will make a bike thief think twice before messing with your ride. Available in 2 sizes: Regular (640g), Large (730g).
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Blending the best of a replaceable utility blade knife and a compact multi-tool, Gerber’s Prybrid Utility is a pocket and keychain-friendly EDC implement offering 8 different tools, including wire strippers, bottle opener, Standard Utility blade, and more.
The 2-liter Hydrolight reservoir gives you hydration and illumination in one. Made of ultra-durable, abrasion resistant PEVA & RF, it is 100% BPA & PVC free, features a slide-lock closure for fast fill & easy cleaning, and a 36” drinking hose with a leakproof bite valve. But what really sets it apart, is a small integrated pocket for your headlamp. Put your torch in the pocket and its light is diffused through the water to light up your tent or campsite.
Weighing in at just 1 measly ounce, Black Diamond’s Cirrus 9 pack is as minimal as it gets, and takes the crown as lightest pack on the market. Perfect for a backup bag or lightweight shopping/strike missions with 9-liter capacity. Made of featherweight nylon with innovative Splice Adjust shoulder straps, it stuffs into its own packable pocket when not in use.
The 21-liter GORUCK x Huckberry GR1 Slick daypack is an exclusive limited edition of a cult favorite GORUCK bag. Highlighted by Special Forces-grade materials like 1000 denier Cordura & YKK zippers, it features a padded laptop compartment & easy-to-pack open-flat design. Every one of these American-made bags is strength-tested to over 400 pounds, and ships with an ironclad lifetime guarantee.
Built for small valuables like phone, wallet, watch & other tech, the Nanuk Nano case offers tough, all-weather protection. It is IP65-rated for water resistance as well as dustproof & shockproof with an automatic purge valve that equalizes pressure on the inside of the case when traveling. Constructed of rugged polycarbonate resin that is incredibly impact resistant, it features a patented Powerclaw triple action latch to keeps the case securely closed in all conditions.
Made of flexible, durable TPU, Matador’s packable 1-liter water bottles keep you hydrated on the go without taking up valuable space when they’re empty. Also: super lightweight. It’s roughly the size of a 32-ounce Nalgene when full but as you drink, it compresses down.
The 10-ounce Pipamoka from Wacaco is a compact, all-in-one vacuum pressured portable coffeemaker that enables you to brew and drink from a single device anywhere you go. It’s a simple, sturdy pressure brewer that yields hot, freshly-brewed coffee in just 2 minutes using its innovative twisting mechanism to generate vacuum pressure inside the mug. The negative pressure generates a suction force that draws hot water downwards through the coffee grounds & voilá, you’ve got a quality brew in the palm of your hand.
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The award-winning Yakima CBX Solar Box brings solar charging power to your rooftop cargo carrier. With an output of 5 volts, the rooftop solar array allows you to charge & recharge devices via USB without draining the car battery or having to start it. In addition to power, the CBX roof box features a new, more angular form factor and material texture for a fresh modern look. Available in 16 and 18-cubic foot sizes.
Designed for travel & tough enough for all your adventures, the 35 or 40-liter Capsule Pack from San Francisco-based bag brand Aer is a hardworking companion, featuring 1680D Cordura ballistic nylon construction, YKK Aquaguard zippers, & Duraflex hardware. It boasts a duffle-style main compartment designed for modular packing, hide-away backpack straps & a shoulder strap for versatile carry, a suspended laptop pocket, and a convenient top compartment for easy access to your on-the-go essentials.
The BioLite 200 headlamp has a lot going for it. One, it’s super-lightweight and low-profile, so it won’t bounce. Great for runners. Two, it’s rechargeable, delivering its ample 200-lumens of LED for up to 3 hours on high & up to 30 hours on low, with no alkaline batteries for the landfill. The light also tilts for hands-free utility & it switches modes between, high, low, strobe, & red.
