Real men use axes, real luxurious men use the Golden Axe from Manready. This heavy-duty tool features a 3.5lb axe head that goes through a multi-step process with the end result being 24K gold. It also features a 33″ Hickory wood handle, with numerous optional items like a hand-stitched leather grip, hole in heel, bare wood (no grip) and the handle can even be custom painted to a color of your liking. Obviously this isn’t intended for traditional use, since you’ll be dropping a rack on it.
Festival season will be arriving soon and most of you are probably going to be camping out in the camping sections of the event. If that’s the case, then Bang Bang Solar-Powered Tents should be your go to option for a couple of nights under the stars. Created by former MTV festival presenter Rob Bertucci, these extravagant tents are made to fit up to 4 people comfortably and ensure that your gadget-filled life never loses juice. With a 5 watt solar panel and lithium storage battery you can stay charged and connected, so getting that Instagram video up on your feed will never be a problem. Aside from their crazy designs, the tents are made with quality fabrics to ensure that you stay safe no matter what the elements are.
If you remember the LifeStraw then you’ll love the LifeStraw Go. It integrates their water purification system into a BPA-free, refillable water bottle for safe, clean drinking water. The system removes 99.9999 percent of all bacteria and 99.9 percent of protozoan parasites that can contaminate water. This makes short hikes, long hikes, camping trips and getting lost out in the woods a little safer and less worrisome (let’s hope you don’t get lost.) And for each LifeStraw water filter purchased, one school child in Africa will receive clean drinking water for an entire school year, making this the perfect purchase.
Storm chasing is something I’m not sure I’d have the balls to do, but according to this storm chasing photography, Severe Skies: The Photography of Storm Chaser Mike Hollingshead, it looks pretty damn fun. These other-worldly photos capture the essence of storm chasing and just how dangerous it can be. Hollingshead has been chasing storms since the late 90’s, racking up about 20,000 miles a year on his car doing it. These photos are too amazing not to share, so check a few of them out below and think twice before you say to yourself, “I can do this!”
Camping trips are loads of fun but finding out your brand new sleeping bag isn’t cutting it while your already camping, is something most of us encounter. The Kammok Thylacine Sleeping Bag is here to solve that for you. Too hot or too cold is always the issue, so the Thylacine was born to help you regulate that problem. It features removable baffles if you are too hot, or you can stuff more baffles into it if the night feels like its going to be a frigid one. With the built-in drawstrings you can also control the length and width of the sleeping bag, which allows for more comfort and customization. Choose from a synthetic or down blend fill for your baffles and we promise you’ll be sleeping like a baby – no matter to the elements.
We’ve made our smartphones and tablets a priority in our lives, but unfortunately the batteries wear down and tend not to last throughout the night – especially since you’re constantly checking your phone. If for some reason you tend to carry a flashlight with you at all times, then the ZEROHOUR Tactical Flashlight is the one you should be carrying. Not only does it achieve a maximum 1,000 lumen output, it can be transformed into a sleek and compact battery backup with 10,000mAh of power, which in turn is enough to charge multiple USB devices. Last but not least, the flashlight triples as a case so you can store matches, keys, lighters, money, fishing line, and other small items.
Being cold outside is one thing, but being freezing cold in your own home is something that Rumpl is helping you reconsider. Currently offered in four sizes, this blanket was made to bridge the gap between outdoor quality and indoor comfort. It’s made from durable, water-resistant ripstop nylon which is the same material used for outdoor jackets, vests and sleeping bags. Not only does the quality of the blanket stand out, but you also can’t go wrong with the flowing stitch design inspired by nature and the accent colored piping around the edges. You can make this all possible by pledging to their Kickstarter project.
Packing smart and traveling light is something most of us strive for when going on an adventure, and when we found out the Poler Camera Cooler Bag had a dual purpose, we couldn’t resist. When you’re out on your adventure, you can use this puppy as a camera bag by utilizing the included padded dividers that can hold a DSLR, a lens and other small accessories. Of course, our favorite part of the whole deal is that it doubles as a cooler bag big enough to hold a six pack of your favorite beer and a couple of ice packs to keep them cool. It also features side pockets that fit an iPhone and an iPad perfectly and the 3 way strap system ensures it stays in one place no matter the activity. A good thing to know, this bag is not waterproof or watertight, so don’t use it with electronics and liquids or food at the same time.
Presenting a modern and more convenient take on the old fashion wash board is the Scrubba wash bag. Claiming to achieve a machine wash quality, the Scrubba is perfect for the frequent traveler, camper, or even the avid gym rat. It’s the only bag that contains hundreds of internal nodules that efficiently clean your clothes in minutes. It also weighs less than 180 grams and is able to fold up enough to fit in your pocket or in a small space. There are six simple steps to accomplishing a satisfying wash and all six steps are printed on the actual bag, so that you’ll never forget them! Of course, you have to hang dry but we all know its a much better way of preserving your beloved clothing.
We like exploring, but preferably on land. Sure, we’re interested in what the ocean has to offer, but there’s just something about the lack of control you have while under water that doesn’t get us too enthused. However, we think AquaBotix just solved many of our issues. The HydroView Remote Controlled Underwater Vehicle records video and shoots HD photos, all while you keep dry and stay out of harms way. Control the underwater vehicle with your iPad or laptop while also streaming a live video feed thanks to the included Topside box which generates its own Wi-Fi. It also comes complete with LED lights, an HD camera, standard 75 foot cable and a waterproof carrying case. It’s just up to you on what to use it for.
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