Arc’teryx is back with an incredibly resistant duffle bag that should satisfy the explorers looking for a good mix between lightweight and durability. The canadian brand offers various sizes and colors, all made from a N400r-AC2 nylon fabric. From the several different colours offered, most are quite flashy. Not ideal if you value discretion, but definitely a must… Continue reading Arc’teryx Carrier Duffle: lightweight and sturdy
Month: June 2015
Kniper, the ultimate survival tool?
If you plan to roam mother nature this summer, you must already know the importance of packing a knife. But if the knife is one of the most universal and well-rounded tools, Kniper could be its ultimate and most versatile expression. Although the Swiss Knife is a classic, a tool carved out of a single… Continue reading Kniper, the ultimate survival tool?
Garmin Edge 20 & Edge 25 : the smallest bike GPS in the world
Garmin just announced the release of Edge 20 & Edge 25, the 2 smallest bike GPS in the world. Both bike computers offer complete features despite their size. They will display and gather all kinds of data for cyclists : distance, speed, altitude and location. In terms of navigation, both can use GPS and GLONASS systems and download… Continue reading Garmin Edge 20 & Edge 25 : the smallest bike GPS in the world
La Sportiva Xplorer: versatile, lightweight approach shoes
Released by the Italian brand La Sportiva, those Xplorer could offer a good alternative for those who want to swap between hiking boots and rock-climbing shoes. Combining the stability of boots with the lightweight of soft climbing shoes (without excelling at neither of those), they are ideal in terms of versatility.
Climbing a 700-year-old giant tree
Meet Chris Sharma, a 34-year-old from California who took tree climbing to the next level. Renowned mountain climber (he set up a number of 5.15 climbing routes in the entire world, and climbed ropeless the sea cliffs of Mallorca), he took on that project and connected with his roots as a child tree climber. But… Continue reading Climbing a 700-year-old giant tree
The Polaroid IE090, an affordable and “summer-proof” camera
When it comes to taking pictures during outdoor activities, reliability is a must. Formerly renowned for the instantaneous pictures its cameras used to take, Polaroid seems to be recently shifting towards producing outdoor, affordable cameras.
There are plenty of ways to carry on shredding during the summer days, but if you are tired of pushing, this might be for you. We’re seeing some great innovation in electric ‘last-mile’ transportation, which doesn’t mean you can’t buy one of those just for the fun. Yes, electric longboards are getting serious.