Portable power stations keep getting smarter, smaller, and more practical – and Bluetti’s new Elite 100 V2 is no exception. Essentially an updated version of the 1,800-W AC180 unit we road tested a couple of years back, the Elite 100 V2 packs a similar power punch into a dramatically smaller, lighter body. That makes it a very appealing option for car campers, off-grid tinkerers, and anyone looking to squeeze on-the-go power into a compact footprint. Continue Reading Category:Outdoors Tag...| Outdoors
Mobility assistance exoskeletons are great for people who want to make light work of challenging outdoor activities, and for those who won't let motion impediments get in the way of a good hike. Hong Kong-based Ascentiz is entering the fray with a modular approach, allowing you to swap out components to make moving easier, based on your body and your preferred pursuit. Continue Reading Category:Outdoors Tags:Exoskeleton, Wearable, Assistive Technologies, Kickstarter| Outdoors
Western Wyoming is beautiful in the fall. With trees beginning to change, sunsets getting more spectacular, and animals beginning to migrate, there’s a lot going on. And I got to glide through it all silently on the back of an electric ATV. Continue Reading Category:Outdoors Tags:Can-Am, ATV, Electric Vehicles, Reviews| Outdoors
When a tough case just won't cut the mustard, rugged phones step up as the everyday companion for rough-and ready adventurers. Unihertz sub-brand 8849 has just unveiled what it's calling the "world's first rugged phone with 200-m dual flashlights." Continue Reading Category:Outdoors Tags:smartphones, Rugged, Flashlights| Outdoors
Two years ago, Thule surprised the world with a vehicle hitch accessory quite different from the bike racks and cargo boxes it'd been dealing in for years. That product was the Outset, a hitch-mountable unfurling tent designed to combine the comfort and vehicle integration of a rooftop tent (RTT) with the ease of access and detachability of a tent trailer or simple ground tent. After several years on the European market, the tent is finally making its way over the Atlantic to the US. Will Ame...| Outdoors
Earlier in the year we saw Unihertz sub-brand 8849 sharpen up the visuals for the built-in projector of its Tank 4 Pro rugged smartphone. Now Blackview is doing the same to its Active 12 Pro rugged tablet, but this time we're looking at Full HD image throws.| New Atlas
These days, thanks to a booming everyday carry trend, there are lots of pocket-sized tools that pack mighty features into mini packages. Thus is the case with the new Wayfinder titanium flashlight now charging through its Kickstarter run.| New Atlas
Pens, flashlights and pry bars are all useful, and the BoltLite modular multi-tool packs all three into a waterproof titanium body. It can be carried as one solid unit or pulled into pieces as the situation dictates.| New Atlas
Ysmart, which specializes in compact, durable EDC gear, has launched a tiny flashlight that's perfect for people who want to have one within arm's reach at all times. The new thumb-drive-sized MQ5X turns on as soon as you snap it off its magnetic keychain base, and charges wirelessly on a custom dock. Continue Reading Category:Outdoors Tags:EDC, Flashlights, Kickstarter| New Atlas - New Technology & Science News
Chances are you already need a steel ruler for your fixing and making tasks, so why not use one that can do much more than most? That's the idea behind the ten-function Tiruler, which packs a protractor, caliper, bubble level and even a wrench.| New Atlas
Whether you live in Cell Block 9, the UK, or simply work a high-risk job where sharp objects pose a hazard, this lightweight, water- and stab-proof jacket is designed to keep you warm, dry and alive.| New Atlas
Utah's Harker Outdoors has an RV alternative that's both affordable and ready to travel and camp at a second's notice. Like a Sahara cap for your truck, the EDC (that's Everyday Camper or Expedition Driven Camper, depending upon whom you ask and when you ask 'em) is a light pickup topper that…| New Atlas
In recent years, we've seen an increasing number of multi-tools that incorporate a carabiner main body. One of the latest is the Octo, which features a fold-out magnetic bit driver that doubles as an automotive window glass breaker.| New Atlas
One of the overwhelming themes of the 2019 RVX show was the American RV market prying itself out of the past and evolving to meet the demands of a younger, more active demographic. This year's show was canceled even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit US shores, but that hasn't stopped sleek, new…| New Atlas
The simplest, most straightforward Cybertruck camping solution yet, the Space Camper turns Tesla's pickup bed into a micro-home and simultaneously makes the Cybertruck look like a normal pickup ... well, almost. Not only does the fully electric camper run on Tesla's battery pack, it also taps into…| New Atlas
Rivian hasn't even spit out a production truck yet, and it already has a pretty sweet all-electric camper. A Tesla camper, however, remains a thing of designer renderings, quirky DIY solutions and one-off special builds. That's a shame because Tesla really is in the best position to make a fully…| New Atlas
While we've seen several camping concepts which incorporate the Tesla Cybertruck, chances are most of us will never own such a vehicle. The Tentsla X1 tent, however, is aimed at the existing – and widely owned – Tesla Model Y SUV.| New Atlas
How many times have you found yourself out bush-bashing in a Porsche 911, catching a breathtaking view after a gnarly river crossing and thinking "damnit, if only I had somewhere convenient to sleep right now?" If it's more than zero, you're in luck.| New Atlas
Swedish brand Dometic has long been an inseparable part of the leisure vehicle market, its appliances and accessories featuring in RVs around the world. More recently, it's been going lighter and faster, pushing deeper into the overland, modular camper and car camping markets, both with its own…| New Atlas
Chinese overland gear company Wild Land has long been an innovator in remote controlled rooftop tents, and now it's launching its most ambitious yet. The all-new 3-in-1 Safari Cruiser is part pickup bed rack, part truck topper and part panoramic two-story camping complex. Unlike virtually every…| New Atlas
You can't go wrong packing up your camping gear in an airdrop-grade Pelican or Zarges box, but if you're looking for something on the more affordable side, the Front Runner Wolf Pack is a very popular option. These rugged South African ammo cases remain one of the most ubiquitous products in…| New Atlas
Although rooftop tents are designed to make camping easier, setting one up in the rain or late at night can still be a hassle. The Air Cruiser was designed with that fact in mind, as it goes up without much more than a single button-push.| New Atlas
Most of the pickup camping toppers we've looked at over the years have come straight from startups founded on the idea of creating a light, functional cross between a camper and a truck cap. But the all-new Dwell Shell hails from the fast-growing Utah outfit AntiShanty, which has become something…| New Atlas
