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Category Archives: Electronics
Adventure Photographer: Sony Cyber Shot RX100 II
This past summer Sony released an updated version of their popular Cyber Shot RX100, a camera which was already one of the best in its category.
Gear Scout: ArkPak Smart Charger
Unlike many power packs which are built around a sealed, proprietary battery, the ArkPak can optimize the efficiency of any 12V battery, keeping your gear fully charged.
Overland Navigation: New Opportunities with Tablets
No longer do you have to trudge around with laptop computers and/or large paper atlases for off-road adventures. The technology is so practical you can even use it on motorcycles.
Reviewed: Delorme inReach SE
This was the device I had been anxiously awaiting as it had been preceded by a great deal of hype. After using it extensively in the subsequent weeks, I began to see what all the fuss was about––it is a brilliant product.
Adventure Photographer: Canon EOS 70D
Despite initial doubts, as the weeks have ticked by it appears the 70D is plodding along winning fans as it goes, even in some professional circles where it has become somewhat of a darling
Gear Scout: ECOXBT Speaker
Although we are big fans of listening to the gentle sounds of nature, we also like to throw a few good tunes in sometimes. The ECOXBT will allow you to do that without the worry of damaging your speakers outdoors.
Gear Scout: Aspect Solar EnergyBar 250
The modern Overlander has many electronic products on which they rely to get them safely and enjoyably through their journey. Make sure you make the right choice when it comes to a solar charger.
Gear Scout: Fujifilm X-E1
There’s an ever increasing amount of retro cameras on the market today. We love the way they look, but how do they perform? We test the X-E1to find out.
Adventure Photographer: Olympus OM-D EM-1
Olympus may not have designed their latest OM camera specifically as a travel platform, but it just might be ideally suited for that purpose
Gear Scout: Nikon’s New Waterproof DSLR, the AW 1
While this may sound like a joke, we assure you there’s nothing fake about it. In fact it’s not only just submersible, but optimized for underwater use.
Gear Scout: New Trent PowerPack+
With all of the power hungry gadgets we’ve come to depend on, mobile power is critical. Trent’s on the job with their new PowerPack+
Gear Scout: SPOT Gen3
After a prolonged and secretive build up, SPOT has finally launched the latest generation of their wildly successful GPS Satellite Messenger. Aptly named the Gen3, this new device includes a number of refined improvements guaranteed to make it a continued success. The most noticeable change is the reduced size. At only four ounces with overall…
Gear Scout: Snow Lizard SLXTREME 4 iPhone Case
If you’re like us, your cell phone wanders just about everywhere you do, including the backcountry. Here’s a look at a seriously tough solution we’ve tested on our phones.
Garmin Releases the VIRB Action Camera
In their recents attempts to resurrect the brand from dependence on (declining) consumer GPS units, Garmin has begun releasing solutions that not only include a navigation function, but additional, unique and supportive features.
Sena SMH10 Bluetooth Communicator, Long Term Review
We take a look at making communication between motorcycles easier than ever
Overland Expo 2013: Five Awesome Bits of Kit
Chazz Layne shows us some of the coolest products from this years Overland Expo
Review: The Magellan eXplorist 710
Technology and I don’t often get along. I tend to be a little old school in how I do things
Gear: Binocular Review
These are all good binoculars. After spending some time with them though, some differences have emerged. Here are my impressions.
Gear of the Year – 4WD Equipment 2011 – Overland Awards
The overland market is growing at a rapid pace, which is providing for innovation and a wide range of new products. As a result, the team at Expedition Portal has started an industry award, Gear of the Year for multiple categories (each featured in a different article) and based upon their price point, with a…