Gear

Keen Aliso Hybrid Daypack: Ideal for Days on the Trail or in Transit

Keen Aliso Daypack © Mike Richard KEEN (makers of kickass footwear and other outdoor goodies) has just released a new collection of hybrid daypacks that aim to work just as well out on the trail as they do as your go-to carry-on bag. Among them, the ultralight 22L Aliso Daypack is both hydration reservoir and [...]

Icebreaker Unveils New Women’s Activewear & Travel Clothing [First Look]

More Icebreaker wear? Yes, admittedly we love it so much, we just. Can’t. Stop. Talking about it. BUT, if you’re a lady (or gentleman who prefers soft, frilly clothing), you’re in luck! Icebreaker has unveiled a new line of women’s activewear and outdoor/travel clothing – its lightest, finest weight of merino and first-ever travel shorts [...]

RHA SA950i Headphones: Professional Sound in a Portable On-Ear Package [First Look]

RHA is a relative newcomer to the U.S. market but they’ve been heard in the UK and around the world for years now. They’ve just released the SA950i – the on-ear counterpart to our previously mentioned MA450i. The goal with these is to provide professional, near-studio quality audio and features in the most compact footprint [...]

ibattz Battstation Tough Dual Pro: A Ruggedized Backup Battery for Hardcore Flashpackers

Packing a portable backup battery pack is nothing new – it’s practically a no-brainer for traveling gearheads (myself included). But ibattz ups the ante with their new Battstation Tough Dual Pro – a ruggedized portable USB battery pack that’s drop, dust and splash resistant. It also features dual USB output for charging two devices simultaneously, [...]

The iFlash: A USB Drive for Your Phone and Mac/PC

Last year, I finally gave up on carting a separate point-and-shoot camera on my travels. That decision coincided with the purchase of my iPhone 5 which (if you don’t know) boasts a really slick camera. But storing all of my photos in one place is a bit nerve-wracking. Apple’s built-in Photo Stream feature on the [...]

Icebreaker Men’s Seeker Shorts: Cotton Meets Merino Wool for Lightweight, Ultra-Comfortable Travelwear

We’ve repeatedly praised merino wool as the “Fabric of the Gods” for travelers (notably here and here). And with good reason: it’s lightweight, super-breathable, naturally odor resistant, itch-free (unlike regular wool), fast-drying, plus it stays cool in the heat and warm in the cold. What’s not to like? And no company we know of does [...]

New Trent Travelpak Battery Pack / Charger: Stay Juiced Up on the Road

For travelers, few things are more frustrating than running out of juice on a long-haul flight or bus/train ride. New Trent’s Travelpak is a sleek, ultraportable charger and backup battery pack that aims to keep you powered up on the go. Features include: an integrated AC adapter with passthrough charging technology; ability to charge two [...]

eBags Mother Lode TLS Mini 21″ Wheeled Duffel: The Damn-Near-Perfect Carry-on

Frequent US travelers will appreciate the need to pack very light – from both a convenience and an economic standpoint. Sure, I occasionally need to go a bit bigger (shameless plug: on those occasions, I’m still a fan of eBags’ EXO Hardside Spinner which remains the best piece of checked luggage we’ve ever reviewed). But, [...]

BRAVEN BRV-1: Wireless, Weatherproof, Go-Anywhere Travel Speaker

We’ve previously reviewed Braven speakers – most notably last year when Modern Vagabonder Robert Evans beat the bajeezus out of his Braven 625s, concluding simply: “I can’t kill it.” Now, the company’s upping the ante with the all new BRV-1 Wireless HD Speaker/Speakerphone/Phone Charger. They sent us one to gawk over and here’s what we [...]

I Wanna Be a Flashpacker: When Backpackers Grow Up or Get Rich

Amanda Kendle explores “flashpacking” to find out what happens when backpackers grow up.

Klingg Magnetic Cord Holder Keeps Your Headphones in Check While Traveling

If you’re tired of keeping your headphones untangled and in check every time you travel, Klingg may be the answer. It’s a “magnetic earphone cord holder” designed to allow you to listen to music without the flopping headphone cord, pulling your earbuds out, or getting the wire tangled. The lightweight two-piece design attaches to virtually [...]

iKit NuCharge Case/Cover: Double the Battery Life of Your iPhone 5

New iPhone accessory manufacturer iKit is scheduled to launch their brand new NuCharge iPhone case/cover combo that promises to double the device’s stock battery life with a 1900 mAh power pack. It’s designed as a snap-on case that stays on at all times via built-in grooves that connect to either a colored case cover or [...]

G-Form XTREME iPad Case Looks Badass, Promises Extreme Protection

We’ve long been fans of G-Form (perhaps we’re biased since they’re fellow Rhode Islanders). But their entire line-up of rugged cases not only looks awesome, but promises solid, near-bulletproof protection for your mobile gadgets. Their latest XTREME iPad Case is no different. Features include: Slim and lightweight design that is shock-proof and bag-friendly Made with [...]

Juicebar Mobile Charger: On-the-Go Backup Power in Your Pocket

You never want to be SOL when your mobile device decides to kick the bucket on a long-haul flight, 12-hour bus ride, etc. Thankfully, these days modern nomads have a variety of portable backup power options to choose from. The Juicebar Multi-Device Pocket Solar Charger is one such device. The feature that we really love [...]

Drift HD Ghost: Waterproof, Wearable Action Camera [Review]

The wearable video cam market has exploded in the last few years. Whether you’re rafting the Colorado River, kayaking off the shores of Hawaii, hiking Kili, or … anywhere doing anything remotely interesting, you can now record it to share with the world. Drift Innovations has jumped feet first into the mix with the Drift [...]

NUU Splash: Waterproof Wireless Speaker for Traveling Audiophiles

Portable, wireless speakers are all the rage now. Audio manufacturer NUU has thrown its hat in the ring with the release of their Splash portable, waterproof wireless speaker. The Splash is specifically constructed and rated to handle all the water and dust you can throw at it. Features include: well-balanced sound; an aluminum design that [...]

ECBC Hercules Backpack: Slim, Rugged Carry-All for the Modern Traveler

We’ve really been digging ECBC’s lineup of backpacks lately. We even ranked the company’s Javelin Daypack among our Holiday Gear Guide 2012: 25 Picks for the Best Travel Gear of the Year. And with good reason: their bags are lightweight, rugged, water-resistant, and very well designed. It’s clear that much thought goes into the layout [...]

Wicked Audio 3D Series Headphones: Urban Style for the Bold Traveler

We’ve long loved Wicked Audio‘s affordable line of stylish, quality headphones. Their 3D series features an edgy, urban look perfect for the bold traveler with an eye towards in-your-face style. Other features include: Colorful artwork to offer a visually striking 3D appeal Includes maximum noise isolation to inhibit ambient noise and ensure pure sound quality [...]

Soloshot “Automatic Cameraman”: Like Traveling with a Film Crew in Your Daypack

If you’re not the sort of well heeled travel photographer/videographer who rolls with an entire film crew, the new Soloshot is for you. Billed as an “automatic cameraman”, it’s designed for solo recording and capturing of photos and video when you haven’t got a backup crew or friends to do it for you. It mounts [...]

The “Best in Show” Gear from Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2013

This year’s Outdoor Retailer Winter Market proved to be yet another landmark year for outdoor gear. Thankfully (and not surprisingly), backpacking and travel gear continues to get lighter, more compact, and more portable. In short: just plain smarter. Here, we round up our top picks for this year’s Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2013 Best in [...]

Keep Looking »