The best Father’s Day gifts for outdoorsy, adventure-loving dads
A rundown of the very best gifts for adventurous dads and outdoorsy fathers who like to camp, hike, travel, or generally spend their time in the outdoors. The list includes both gadgets and tech items, to outdoor gear designed to keep your dad safe, comfortable, and happy while he explores the backcountry on his weekend getaways.
Bird to expand its shared fleet with this 2-seat moped-like machine
Bird's rentable scooters are available in more than 100 locations in the U.S. and Europe, and now it's planning to add a moped-like electric bike to its fleet. The Cruiser, which features 20-inch wheels and a large seat for two people, will arrive in select cities this summer.
Apple Maps adds Street View-style imagery, but with a neat trick
A revamped Apple Maps is on the way, bringing with it a bunch of new features that include a Street View-style tool called Look Around. According to the demo, Look Around includes a neat advantage over Google Maps, as well as a map showing far more detail than the current version of Apple Maps.
The best backpacking sleeping bags for 2019
Sleeping bags vary in size, shape, design, and features -- and when you're hauling gear out into the backcountry, weight always matters. Whether you want warmth and comfort or you're counting ounces, here are our picks for the best backpacking sleeping bags you can buy.
Forget foam. This fluid-filled helmet mimics your brain to protect your head
The Fluid Inside head protection system is designed to not just protect an athletes skull, but the brain as well, by mimicking the fluids that protect us from repeated impacts and sudden, jarring hits. The system is more than the sum of its parts however, strategically placing the fluid pods to prevent the most common sport injuries.
REI cuts prices on Garmin Fenix 5 and Suunto 3 fitness smartwatches
REI is currently dropping prices on Garmin Fenix and Suunto 3 smartwatches for its huge anniversary sale. With fitness tracking, GPS, and smartphone connectivity, a solid wearable is one of the best companions outdoorsmen could wish for.
Olympus launches Tough TG-6 waterproof compact, and we’re not entirely sure why
With a spec sheet nearly identical to that of its predecessor, we're having a hard time figuring out what's new about the Olympus Tough TG-6. But the TG-5 was our favorite rugged compact, and Olympus didn't try to fix what wasn't broken. A new flash diffuser and fisheye adapter were also announced.
Home Depot Memorial Day sale drops prices on grills, tools, and appliances
The biggest focus of the Home Depot Memorial Day sale is on fridges, washing machines, ranges, and other major appliances with up to 40% off retail prices. You can also find some solid savings on power tools, grills, and outdoor electronics from the online home improvement store.
Cannondale’s Treadwell app features bring a new joy to casual biking
Cannondale's Treadwell bike is an app-connected option that takes the pain out of owning a bike by not only providing metrics from your ride, but also providing reminders of when and where to get maintenance. With its affordable price and integrated technology it is a bike built for beginners and veteran riders alike.
REI backpack deals: Save up to 35% on Osprey and Patagonia daypacks
If you’re in the market for a way to carry your gear without spending more than a Benjamin, then these REI deals on Osprey and Patagonia backpacks are just the ticket for your next overnight or weekend adventure.
REI Anniversary Sale: Big price cuts on Patagonia, Osprey, and The North Face
The REI Anniversary Sale has big bargains on great equipment from brand names like Osprey, Patagonia, and the North Face right now. Here, we’ve smoked out some of the best deals of the bunch that can save you cash on backpacks, jackets, and tents.
REI Anniversary Sale: Save big on these awesome Garmin smartwatches
If you’re in the market for a full-featured smartwatch that can do double duty as a detailed fitness tracker, look no further: For its Anniversary Sale, REI is offering savings of up to $150 on a few of the best Garmin fitness watches.
The Garmin Forerunner 35 gets a $50 price slash on Amazon
If you’re looking for an easy way to keep track of your fitness goals, a fitness tracker might be just what you need. The Garmin Forerunner 35 is one of our all-time favorites, and it’s on sale right now for $50 off its retail price at Amazon.
The Dragon Touch Vision 3 action cam is an affordable GoPro alternative
In the arena of action cameras, GoPro has long held a firm grasp on the top spot. However, the hefty price tags on its products have kept some would-be adventurers out of the action. Swooping in to address this issue is GoPro alternative Dragon Touch, which is currently on Amazon for just $50.
Coros pushes the limits with light, long-lasting Vertix adventure watch
Coros continues to turn heads in the fitness watch market. After releasing the Coros Pace and Apex, the company is back with the new Vertix adventure watch. With a titanium frame and 45 days of battery life, the new Vertix is the lightest and longest lasting watch in its category.
Fitbit’s kid-friendly Ace 2 fitness tracker now available for pre-order
Fitbit is now selling its latest wearable for kids, the Fitbit Ace 2. The entry-level fitness tracker counts steps, tracks active minutes, and monitors sleep to help keep kids active and encourage healthy habits throughout the day. The Ace 2 features a new waterproof design and animated watch faces.
Nike Fit aims to help you slip into your new sneakers more easily
Nike says a new augmented reality feature for its app should increase the chances of a snug fit for customers buying its shoes online, or even in-store. The process takes less than a minute and involves taking a detailed scan of your feet. Nike Fit launches in the U.S. in July and the following month in Europe.
Bird’s new electric scooter is a durable two-wheeler that you can rent or own
Bird is best known as a scootersharing service but it's just unveiled a durable two-wheeler than you can not only rent, but own, too. The Bird One is available now for pre-order, and will also be replacing the company’s existing fleet of Bird Zero escooters in the coming months.
REI slashes prices on Fitbit Versa and Garmin Fenix 5 smartwatches
Fitbit and Garmin make some of the best trackers on the market, and REI has a handful of them on sale right now. These deals let you save as much as $150 on high-end smartwatches like the Garmin Fenix 5.
Forget ice — this cooler harnesses the power of the sun to chill your food
It sounds a bit crazy, but a new off-grid cooler called GoSun Chill uses the sun to keep your drinks and food cold. The hotter the day, the better. Here's how you can get your hands on one -- and how this impressive technology works. (Hint: It's to do with solar energy.)
The best cheap fitness trackers of 2019
We've compiled a list of the best cheap fitness trackers currently on the market. No matter if you're looking for something stylish, simple, or just aren't willing to dish out the kind cash necessary for a high-end model, our list offers something for the fitness enthusiast in everyone.
REI drops up to $150 off on Garmin fitness smartwatches and fitness trackers
Fitness trackers are a great way to get the most out of your workouts and outdoor activities, and Garmin makes some of the best. If you've been looking for one, then REI has a few top-rated Garmin smartwatches on sale for up to 30% off.
How IBM’s cutting-edge A.I. put a losing soccer team on a winning streak
If you’ve seen the 2011 movie Moneyball, you’ll be familiar with the way that data crunching can be used to create a winning sport team against the odds. That's what IBM attempted recently when it turned the power of its Watson A.I. to improving the chances of a UK soccer team.
The GoPro Hero7 Black action cam gets over $100 knocked off its price
The GoPro Hero7 Black is the best action camera yet, and it’s on sale right now on Rakuten for a deep discount until the end of the month. Read on to find out why we love it so much and how you can save big.
Google’s redesigned Fit activity tracker is now an iOS app
Google Fit has landed for iOS. The activity tracker offers the same clean design that came with the major revamp of the Android version a year ago, with also includes features such as Move Minutes and Heart Points, created in collaboration with the World Health Organization and the American Heart Association.
Inside the high-tech lab that makes the world’s safest bike helmet
Trek and Bontrager have developed a new cycling helmet technology that looks to dramatically improve performance and safety. Dubbed WaveCel, the new tech uses three processes – flex, crumple, and glide – to disperse the energy absorbed on contact in an accident, providing up to 48 times more protection against head injury.
The best sustainable outdoor gear for Earth Day and beyond
Take some time to clean up the trash on a highly-used hiking trail for Earth Day, but don't stop there. Take the next step by choosing only sustainable gear for your outdoor adventures. We've compiled a list of our favorite eco-friendly gear that'll truly help you to leave no trace.
Geoengineering is risky and unproven, but soon it might be necessary
From light-scattering aerosols in Earth’s upper atmosphere to artificial chemical sponges created to suck carbon-dioxide out of the air we breathe, geoengineering aims to purposely change the world's climate using technology. Here's why its proponents think it must happen.
Burgers are just the beginning: Embracing the future of lab-grown everything
You’ve almost certainly heard of the 'farm to fork' movement, but what about 'lab to table'? Welcome to the world of lab-grown meat: the fast-evolving dream of bringing customers their favorite edible dead animal without actually having to kill any animals in the process.
Get cooking with a Masterbuilt meat smoker, now $230 off
For many people, warm weather means it’s time to enjoy the great outdoors, but all meat lovers know that spring and summer are also prime cookout season. The Masterbuilt meat smoker – now on sale from Walmart for $230 off – is an excellent way to prepare meat like a pro.
Puma is looking for volunteers to test its self-lacing sports shoe
Puma unveiled its high-tech self-lacing shoe at the start of the year, and now it's looking for volunteers from around the world to try it out and offer feedback so it can finalize the design prior to its 2020 launch. The footwear will compete with Nike’s BB Adapt self-lacing shoe, which hit the market in February.
Adidas has created a running shoe that’s made to be remade
Adidas has unveiled the Futurecraft Loop running shoe that it claims is the first performance footwear to be 100% recyclable. The shoe is part of a growing list of green initiatives by the sportswear company and will be tested over the next 18 months before hitting stores in 2021.
Lyft pulls thousands of ebikes from three U.S. cities over safety issue
A brake problem affecting 3,000 electric bikes operated by Lyft-owned Citi Bike, Capital Bikeshare, and Ford GoBike has prompted the company to take the two-wheelers out of service until the issue is resolved. The app-based bikesharing services operate in New York City, Washington D.C., and San Francisco.
The best fitness watches for 2019
The terms smartwatch and fitness trackers are nearly interchangeable as companies like Apple or Fitbit release wearables that so deftly accomplish both skillsets. To help narrow the field of the best smartwatches for fitness, we sorted through the market to find those worthy of a spot on your wrist.