Gear Hub: On The Road Roundup Life on the road is not just about where you’ve been and where you’re heading. Whether you’re planning a casual road trip or full-on van life this summer, check out some of the season’s best finds for mobile living. EcoVessel BOSS Insulated Stainless Steel Growler with Infuser — 64 oz. Hydration is key throughout any mode of travel. This 64 oz bottle was named “Best Insulated Growler” for its triple insulation keeping drinks cold up to 150 hours and hot up to 24 hours. $59.95ecovessel.com HitchFire Forge 15 Cook gourmet meals on-the-go with this compact, easy-to-use, portable grill. The functionality and durability make it a stand out product, plus the cooking surface feeds up to 10 people. $549BUY NOW Decathlon Quechua MH500, Folding Camping Table Finally, a camping table that is both compact and very solid. This folding table is lightweight and comfortable, perfect for sharing a meal over or playing a round of cards after a long day outdoors. $49.99decathlon.com Dometic CFX3 Series Powered Coolers A reliable cooler allows you to have the ultimate control of your outdoor experiences. The CFX3 series fuels adventures with fresher, safer food while contributing less waste. The advanced cooling technology combined with battery power monitoring makes an on-the-road essential. Starting at $767.99 dometic.com Honey Stinger Short Stack Waffles Fuel long mountain drives and outdoor adventures a portable snack that delivers. These thin waffles are filled with honey and natural maple flavor, making them delicious and incredibly effective. $16.99honeystinger.com BioLite Charge 40 PD Powerbank Power phones, tablets and other everyday gear with this 10,000 mAh rechargeable battery. The easily packable design makes it perfect for life away from an outlet. Charge multiple devices at once and enjoy the Quick Charge 3.0 Protocol. $37.46 bioliteenergy.com Sea to Summit Telos Plus Two-Person Freestanding Tent No matter the weather conditions, this two-person freestanding tent delivers. It provides great usable space, ventilation and versatility while still being lightweight and offering easy setup. $539seatosummitusa.com ICEMULE Traveler 25L Soft coolers are great for loading up on goodies for a day of adventure. Designed to be carried like a backpack, this cooler is easy to carry with its double shoulder straps. It features a waterproof top zipper and a 25- or 35-liter capacity. Starting at $199.95icemulecoolers.com Titus Adventure Company Rentals If you’re looking for some guidance on how to get into the backcountry, Titus Adventure Company has campers and campervans perfectly equipped to cater to your next adventure. Beyond including many road trip essentials in their vehicles, the company also offers trip planning services and other gear rentals, from coolers to sleeping bags. tacrentals.com Kuju Coffee Single-Serve Pour Over The Kuju Coffee Single-Serve Pour Over is our go-to for a few reasons: it's delicious, it's simple to make, and the single serve option makes it easy to take anywhere or choose your brew based on your mood. $20 for the Starter Pack of 6kujucoffee.com Lava Linens Classic Towel Many travel towels leave microplastics in the wake of their production, so it’s nice to have Lava Linens as an eco-friendly option to bring with you on adventures. These towels are durable, rugged, naturally antibacterial and made in the U.S. The Classic towel is a nice size to have for post-river time. The fabric absorbs water quickly and dries very fast, and this size rolls into the size of a 32-ounce water bottle. $98 shoplavalinens.com PROTEKT SPF 30 Lotion This sun protection uses 20-percent non-nano zinc oxide as the only active sunscreen ingredient, making it uniquely formulated to moisturize while blending seamlessly on skin. It’s made with organic ingredients, easy to apply, 80-minute water-resistant, reef-safe and ideal for all days outside. $18protekt.com Somewear Global Hotspot This compact, four-ounce unit pairs with the Somewear mobile app (iOS + Android) to provide 100-percent global connectivity via the Iridium satellite network. Whether it’s a quick text to let a family member know your adventure is running late, sharing a waypoint to meet at a fishing hole or to contact search and rescue in case of emergency, Somewear is an essential summer carry. $279.99somewearlabs.com Nocs Provisions Standard Issue 8x25 Waterproof Binoculars These compact binoculars are an ideal adventure companion. They are rugged, waterproof and fogproof, and the Swiss-engineered optics are top-notch. They come in a range of bright colors and make it even more fun to share time outside with friends. $95nocsprovisions.com WANDRD’s 100% Recycled Nylon Camera Straps This whole camera strap system recently introduced from WANDRD is sleek with no metal hardware that directly attaches to your camera. The Sling Strap, picture here, can be carried three different ways — sling, neck or shoulder carry, and features custom quick-connect hardware and smooth adjustment sliders. $54wandrd.com Vasque Satoru Moc This camp moc provides comfort and versatility with a memory foam footbed, sock-like knit upper and an all-terrain outsole. Just slip it on for a summer stroll walk or when you’re driving or lounging. $100vasque.com Ombraz Dolomite Armless Sunglasses The words “durable” and “sunglasses” don’t always go together, but Ombraz is changing the way you can adventure with shades. Timeless circular frames hold smudge and scratch-resistant lenses, all held in front of your eyes with adjustable nylon chord instead of rigid arms. $140ombraz.com Ortovox Piz Duan Swisswool Jacket Brand new this year, this is a lightweight insulation layer that offers breathable warmth and comfort during any mixed-weather adventure. The jacket is also wind and water resistant. It has a stretchy, active fit and streamlined aesthetic. $290BUY NOW Rugged Tarpestry This go-to piece for traveling, camping and outdoor excursions has weather-resistant fabric on both sides. It’s super spill-safe as the ultimate picnic companion and can be easily hosed off and hung up to dry. $177-192tarpestry.com The Torre Knife by Castillo This three-and-a-half inch blade has a four-inch handle and is designed for a variety of domestic and rural uses. It comes with a leather pocket sheath and lanyard, and because wood is a natural material, each knife has a unique grain pattern. $119BUY NOW Hydro Flask Outdoor Kitchen Collection Bundle Wherever your meals may be, the Outdoor Kitchen collection from Hydro Flask elevates your outdoor eating experience. The 34-liter Outdoor Tote that self-stands and keeps the whole collection organized with bonus storage pockets. $287.60hydroflask.com SylvanSport GO Camping Trailer This on-the-road essential hauls gear, transports equipment and provides spacious shelter. It’s a lightweight towable pop-up camper that sleeps four, complete with a tent pod, gear deck, equipment rack and storage box. Starts at $9995sylvansport.com MSR Guardian Gravity Purifier This gravity-powered camping essential features two-stage purification — a .02 micron hollow fiber technology removes viruses, bacteria, protozoa and particulates. It also features activated carbon to reduce chemicals, tastes and odors. It weighs 18.7 ounces, features a 10-liter collection bag that fills easily at both sinks and wild sources, and has a flow are of one liter every two minutes. $249.95msrgear.com Sea to Summit Flame / Spark Sleeping Bags These ultralight sleeping bags come in a range of Liner (50ºF) to 5ºF temperature options. Utilizing 850+ ultra-dry loft down along with a durable shell and liner, these bags feel minimalist without compromising warmth and comfort. The Flame is the women's version with added insulation in the feet and chest for warmth and trimmed length for less bulk. $249-$569seatosummitusa.com BioLite HeadLamp 330 This lightweight and rechargeable headlamp produces 330 lumens with a battery life of 40 hours on LO and 3.5 hours on HI. Re-charge off any power bank or solar device for near-infinite battery life. $59.95bioliteenergy.com Kim FullerJune 1, 2021Gear, Outdoor Sports Facebook0 Twitter Tumblr Pinterest0 0 Likes