Black Diamond Introduces New Pursuit Packs, Trekking Poles, and Apparel
Black Diamond’s Pursuit Series of packs, poles, and apparel is lightweight gear perfect for springtime adventures. Products include unisex FLZ trekking poles, which incorporate ergonomic cork grips, interchangeable carbide tech tips, a Z-pole collapsible system, Solution 2.0 wrist straps made from post-consumer recycled fibers, and more. Women’s Pursuit 15 and 30 Packs feature a streamlined fit in the shoulders, chest, and hips. Another addition is the 6-liter Waist Pack, which offers a breathable back panel, on-the-go water bottle pockets, BD Continuous Fit Harness Waist Belt, and external/internal zipped pockets similarly manufactured using 100 percent recycled body fabrics.
Nomadix Shares Social Purpose Corporation Report
Nomadix is best known for producing innovative towels “designed to be the only towel you need for any activity”—a perfect fit for overlanding and travel. Key features include super-absorbent, quick-drying, odor-resistant, sand-resistant, and lightweight material. Over the years, the company’s line has expanded with blankets, bandanas, ponchos, and more. Alongside great products, the company is “committed to using post-consumer recycled material” for everything it produces. In a recent report, Nomadix announced it diverted more than 16,900,000 plastic bottles from landfills, prevented more than 2,300,000 kilograms of CO2 from entering the atmosphere, saved over 380,000,000 gallons of wastewater, and conserved 2,800,000 kilowatts of energy.
Liv Cycling Introduces the Intrigue X Advanced E+ Elite Mountain Bike
Liv is the only cycling brand dedicated solely to women. The brand is committed to putting women first “in everything we do, every frame we build, every component we spec, and every piece of gear we design.” With this in mind, the company has launched its “lightest and most powerful” e-MTB, the Intrigue Advanced E+ Elite. The bike incorporates a composite frame engineered with a high-performance carbon-fiber frame, a 29-inch front wheel, 27.5-inch rear wheel, SyncDrive motor, 150-millimeter front suspension, and rear “state-of-the-art” Maestro suspension technology (providing 140 millimeters of travel). In addition, the all-new EnergyPak 400 InTube battery weighs just 5 pounds and can provide up to 225 kilometers range on a single charge.
$6,000 – $10,000 | liv-cycling.com
AEV Announces Prospector XL Cab Chassis
The AEV Prospector XL cab chassis “is a no-nonsense, turn-key solution for customers looking to build the ultimate expedition truck and want a proven, reliable platform to build on.” AEV’s components are “designed and engineered to work seamlessly with each other.” Standard equipment includes AEV’s front bumper, fender flares, a 2-inch suspension lift, Branding Package, and more. Customers can also specify optional extras such as AEV armor, snorkel, wheels and tires, off-road lighting, a winch, the Paint Appearance package, and interior upgrades. This is an excellent option if you’re in the market for a full-size truck platform for an expedition build.
Price varies | aev-conversions.com
BioLite Solar Generator 600 Kit
The Solar Generator kit from BioLite is designed to be “the ideal starter kit” for adventurers looking to spend more time in the backcountry. Highlights of the BaseCharge 600 (622 watt-hour) power station include a wireless charging-enabled top deck, 600-watt max output, easy-read smart dashboard and message center, and a resettable Energy Odometer. The package also includes a 100-watt foldable solar panel with USB-A and USB-C PD ports, high-efficiency cells with ETFE lamination, and the ability to chain up to four panels for a total of 400 watts. Finally, the kit includes a 15-foot solar panel extension cable.
$1,034 | bioliteenergy.com
KC HiLites Introduces All-New Bronco Fog Pocket Kits
The new kit supplies both street-legal and off-road lights in one location. The company states the factory fog packet is the sleekest lighting setup for the Bronco OE steel bumper. Two street-legal Flex Era 3 Dual Mode SAE fog lights (with clear and yellow lenses) “provide a wide view to fully illuminate the immediate area in front of your Bronco.” In addition, four Flex Era 1 off-road lights are supplied for “added long-distance and horizontal coverage for greater visibility when on the trails at night.” All mounting brackets and wiring harnesses are included.
$1,300 | kchilites.com
Cobra 75 All Road CB Radio
Cobra Electronics announced their 75 All Road wireless CB radio with digital noise cancellation. The 75 All Road combines FM mode with its exclusive Digital Signal Processing (DSP), which provides “the best possible sound and communication on a CB radio.” I recommend watching Cobra’s DSP demonstration video, as the technology is very impressive. Additional highlights include a waterproof IP66 rating, modular design, USB or 12-volt power, Auto Squelch Control (measures and blocks noise of incoming signals), and Bluetooth connectivity. Finally, this CB radio can connect wirelessly to an optional 75 All Road push-to-talk button (not included) and any Bluetooth headset for hands-free communication.
$200 | cobra.com
Blaupunkt Folding E-bikes
Blaupunkt’s line-up of e-bikes is now available in North America and incorporates impressive features. The bikes weigh just 47 pounds thanks to a single die-cast magnesium frame and fold in four steps with an “intelligent clamping mechanism.” A 36-volt rear wheel hub 50 Newton meter motor with a lithium-ion battery (within the frame) provides up to a 44-mile range. Additional attributes include a magnetic closure system, integrated rollerblade-style wheel for seamless portability, disc brakes, three-stage peddle assist and throttle assist up to 20 mph, 20-inch puncture-proof tires, and more.
$2,000 | blaupunkt.com
Icon Impact Bumpers for 2017+ Ford Super Duty Trucks
Icon Vehicle Dynamics debuts Pro Series front and rear bumpers for the 2017 and up Ford Super Duty trucks. The company states: “These bumpers are designed to enhance the vehicle’s looks while providing the improved protection and high clearance necessary to take the truck off-road with confidence.” The front winch bumper incorporates an integrated, fully tucked winch mount, lighting provisions, and recovery points. The Pro Series rear bumper provides optimal departure angles, rear corner protection, and lighting provisions. Icon also produces an ACC Module relocation kit for vehicles with adaptive cruise control. Finally, both bumpers enjoy Icon’s Impact Series lifetime warranty.
Appalachian Gear Company Introduces Game-Changing Tees
Those living out of a vehicle know space is at a premium, so choosing technical, function-first apparel suitable for travel is important. With this in mind, Appalachian Gear Company has released a “first-of-its-kind” lightweight fabric blend of alpaca and Tencel in their new 8020 apparel line, which includes tees, long sleeves, and sun hoodies. Tencel is a cellulose fiber sustainably sourced from eucalyptus trees and produced in an “environmentally friendly, closed-loop process.” This fiber adds durability and softness to clothing and, when combined with alpaca, supports insulation and cooling, increased packability, impressive odor control, natural stretch, and recovery without elastics. It is also 100 percent launderable.
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