Archive for July, 2009

posted by Brian on Jul 31

Never go thirsty when you embark on your camping or outdoor adventure with this CamelBak BPA-Free Better Bottle with Bite Valve. Being properly hydrated at all times is pretty much important and while many prefer the usual plastic bottles, here is one that should be more eco-friendly and economical.

The CamelBak Better Bottle represents a new standard of performance and convenience in re-usable water bottles. It is available in various colors and sizes (1 liter, 0.75 liter, and 0.5 liter). This innovative bottle is also BPA- and Phthalate-free.

The bottle’s integrated handle makes it easy to carry with the crook of a finger or clip to a backpack with a carabiner. CamelBak’s Big Bite Valve offers a proven design that contains no moving parts. Just bite and sip for easy hydration.

Price: $7.00 to $19.00

Popularity: unranked [?]

posted by Brian on Jul 30

When it comes to outdoors, you can be sure that you are indirectly doing some exercise. Indirectly, walking and the number of steps account for calories burned and for people who want to find out how many steps and just how far they have gone, the Omron HJ-112 Digital Pocket Pedometer is certainly something worth checking.

This Omron HJ-112 Digital Pocket Pedometer accurately measures your steps and comes with a calorie measuring consumption feature as well. Through its easy to read LCD display, you are bound to find this handy. It can be easily carried in your pocket or bag or attached to your belt when you are out roughing it.

Price: $17.52

(Source) Amazon

Popularity: unranked [?]

posted by Paul Briggs on Jul 29

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posted by Brian on Jul 29

Get a 2 for 1 gadget with this mini camping lamp with digital radio. Perfect for people who want to save on stuff to be brought when outdoors, this device boasts of a bright torch and a FM auto scan radio that should erase the boredom when appreciating nature at its best.

This ideal lamp for outdoor activities is powered by 3 AA batteries and offers low-noise, high sensitivity and anti-interference with antenna.

Price: $11.88

(Source) ePath China

Popularity: 3% [?]

posted by Brian on Jul 28

Lighting is important for people going outdoors. And for the ones who love to explore or need a handy light-emitting gadget, here is a powerful LED camping flashlight that should come in handy for any purpose.

It has an anti-shock switch with a strap so you can carry it anywhere. Best of all it is power-saving thanks to the LED-based bulbs. The 9 LED Powerful Camping Flashlight is ideal for camping, fishing or any outdoor activity and runs on 3 AAA batteries.

Price: $9.99

(Source) CEO 1 Shop

Popularity: unranked [?]

posted by Brian on Jul 27

For the frequent outdoor and backpacking individuals, don’t leave without your chargers. Then again, where can you charge if you are settting out in the wild? Well, thanks to solar energy options, you can now do so while traveling. And all you have to do is just put your gadgets in your backpack.

This is of course assuming you are getting one of these Solar Gear Reactor Backpack. It has multiple pockets and can hold your mobile phone, PDA, MP3 player or GPS. The backpack features a female DC adapter which you can charge your gadgets while on the go. So you don’t have to worry about running low on power ever again!

Features:

  • Solar Module providing up to 2.5 Watts of Power
  • Single 12V charging outlet
  • Mesh water bottle pockets
  • Contoured and padded shoulder straps
  • Reflective features for nighttime visibility
  • Accessory pockets
  • Removable laptop sleeve when extra space or lighter weight is needed

Price: $109.97

(Source) Eco Geek Living

Popularity: unranked [?]

posted by Paul Briggs on Jul 26

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posted by Brian on Jul 26

Keeping your food and beverages at the right temperature is an area that some outdoor lovers are quite particular about. Hot or cold, the need for a reliable bag cooler is critical. And for people who are looking for alternative bag coolers (or insulators depending on what you put inside them), Koolatron offers the soft bag cooler which should be useful for outdoor recreational use.

It features a shoulder strap for easier carrying and handling and mesh pocket to insure insulation. This cooler bag can hold up to 12 oz. cans and can be plugged into any 12V power supply.

Price: $78.99

(Source)Target

Popularity: 7% [?]

posted by Brian on Jul 25

When going camping or outdoors, never worry about groping in the dark anymore. While you will surely have a lantern in hand, here is one that saves you the trouble of dead batteries and lasts longer. It is eco-friendly and feeds on wind-up power with 9 bright LEDS. The Dynamo 9-LED Mini Lantern costs only $34.95 and is a perfect add-on for any camper on the go. It can even re-charge you mobile phone!

Other features:

  • 1 minute of winding time = 2-6 minutes of light, 5 minutes of winding time = 10-14 minutes of light
  • Specially designed refractor evenly distributes light
  • Features charge indicator light and automatic circuit protection
  • Includes 12V DC car adapter for recharging
  • Charged by adaptor 1.5 - 2 hours provides 3 - 3.5 hours of light
  • Includes output adaptor for mobile phone charger
  • 1 minute winding time = 1-2 minutes phone talk time, 5 minutes winding time = 4-5 minutes phone talk time
  • 1 minute winding time = 30-45 minutes phone standby time, 5 minutes winding time = 100-130 minutes phone standby time
  • Uses 4xAAA NiMh recahargeable battery (4.8V)

(Source) EMS

Popularity: unranked [?]

posted by Brian on Jul 24

A camp out or outdoor activity will not be complete without the usual coolers that stock or store your drinks. But for campers who go out for a certain number of days, it would be best to stock up water since you may not find suitable drinking water along the trip.

Igloo offers a 5 gallon cooler where you can store clean and cold water for any occasion. Already known to provide quality coolers and storage solutions, this is one thing the family or a group can certainly find handy. It is suitable for any outdoor activity or event with lots to spare.

Price: $43.99

(Source) Esports Online

Popularity: 7% [?]

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