Adventure Pants

ProisWhile there is no shortage of apparel for men looking to heading out on adventure, women tend not to have as many options. However, for Próis will introduce the new line of Adventure Pants, which are ideal for a day at the range or a on safari. These are built with comfort in mind as much as function and versatility, and were created by women for women.

These aren’t baggy or bulky like downsized men’s pants, nor tight and awkward like up-sized pants for the kids. Instead these fit at a women’s natural waist with room in the hips and thighs for normal mobility, while deep front pockets and convenient back pockets with zippered closures will keep small gear and valuables like extra shells, tags or hunting licenses safe and within reach at all time. Constructed from 100 percent polyester/spandex blend, these are exceptionally lightweight stretchable athletic pants that will move right along with the wearer wherever the adventure goes.

Próis Hunting Official Website

Nike Golf Swings With New Wedges for 2014

VR-X3X-Toe-SweepGolfers know they won’t always hit the green in the most ideal conditions, but Nike Golf will help with the upcoming VR X3X Toe Sweep wedges, which can tackle rough or wet grass, difficult lies and even daunting bunkers. These were designed to be the solution for the toughest conditions golfers might face.

“We built the VR X3X Toe Sweep wedges from the ground up,” says Mike Taylor, Nike Golf Master Modelmaker. “Our Tour athletes have told us that the toe side of the sole is most critical in bunker performance. In a bunker shot, these new wedges are carefully crafted to provide bounce relative to the path of the club head. Around the green, our athletes ask for material to be ground away from the heel to aid open-face versatility – and we’ve done that with this new design.”

The VR X3X features improved groove technology to deliver a more consistent shot in all conditions, while the wider sole area toward the toe can help make it easier to hit out of the bunker. The new wedges will be available in January.

[Press Release: Nike’s VR X3X Toe Sweep Headlines New Wedges for 2014]

SHOT Show Preview: The Shirt Says it All

BuckwearIf you have a sport shooter in the family then you might know that ammunition has been hard to come by. Outdoor apparel maker Buck Wear is introducing a new line of shirts highlighting this fact at next month’s SHOT Show (Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show). The new “Get Some” shirt features the well-recognized Buck Wear logo along with the stylish design that should appeal to hunters and sport shooters.

Buck Wear Official Website

Gauge Hydration With Fuelstrips

FuelStrips

We spend so much time worrying about how much electrolyte drinks, chews and other nutrition we’re consuming when we exercise, but still don’t quite know when we have the right mix. Fuelstrip is a strip that tests sweat to help athletes analyze and detect levels of fuel depletion. The strip helps figure out when you need to guzzle some more drink or down another chew or two in order to balance out your hydration and electrolyte levels. Continue reading Gauge Hydration With Fuelstrips

Smart Shoes Ready to Run

Smart-RunningThere are smartphones and smart watches, but now developers at the Institute for Photonic Microsystems (IPMS) are looking to create smarter shoes. The “EU Project RUNSAFER” concept utilizes specialized running shoe packed with a micro-controller, a radio frequency (RF) module, accelerometers, GPS sensors and a battery.

The system is designed to capture biomechanical signals from the body and transmits them via Bluetooth to the a runner’s smartphone, which then evaluates the data and offers feedback to the runner on how they can improve performance.

“Pulse-rate watches and chest straps record only vital signs like breathing and heart rat,” said Dr. Andreas Heinig, a scientist at IPMS. “In contrast, our running shoe medically evaluates and moni- tors training while jogging. It informs the runner for example of incorrect foot position, asym- metric loading, or warns of exhaustion or overload. There has never been a comparable device before.”

A prototype of the running shoe has already been developed, as has a mobile smartphone app. The researchers are now working on a smaller version of the microelectronics and sensors, which remains the bigger challenge, particularly since the system must be waterproof, light, and durable.

[Press Release: High-tech athletic shoe for pure running pleasure]

Jim Beam Lights the Way

Jimmy-BeamWhile Jim Beam probably isn’t something that will help the ride home, the Jimmy Beam Down Light will help cyclists be seen at night. Designed for numerous uses including trucks and autos, the bike version casts light around a cyclists so that riders can be seen from a distance. This helps drivers better judge a safe distance when passing riders at night.

Jimmy Beam Down Lights Official Website

TRAINR Links Wearables to Fitness Regime

FOCUSTRAINRWearables have become popular. Juniper Research forecasts $19 billion in revenue for the market by 2018. But with many health monitors and wearable devices there is a divide between fitness monitoring (and smart wearable devices), and getting coached on a training regimen. FOCUS: TRAINR is a newly-released app that links between your Samsung Galaxy Gear watch and compatible smartphones. Continue reading TRAINR Links Wearables to Fitness Regime

Holiday Gift Guide: Weighing the Options

iHealth-Wireless-Body-ScaleStaying fit is more than just watching the weight, and the iHealth Wireless Body Analysis Scale can measure, track and share nine different characteristics of a user’s body composition. It is compatible with the iHealth mobile app, and the scale can be used online or off, while supporting up to 20 users.

It allows each user to track weight, body fat, lean mass, muscle mass, bone mass, body water, daily calorie intake, body mass index and even visceral fat rating. The scale allows those looking to get fit to set goals, view trends and even organize records.

iHealth Wireless Body Analysis Scale Official Website

Dear Motorist Campaign

Dear-MotoristMyID creators ENDEVR have launched the Dear Motorist campaign this month as a way to promote cycling safety and driver awareness. The brand has partnered with various sponsors, including Bell Helmets, Camelbak and Shimano. The goal is to help educate and create positive relationships between those on bikes and in cars.

“We want to spread the message that as cyclists and motorists we can all do a little bit better; Because, I am more than just some guy or girl on a bike. I am a person with a family and friends who love and need me,” said ENDEVR, VP of Marketing and co-creator of MyID, Josh Taylor. “And, a few careless seconds can change both of our lives forever. Our video really hones in on people who have been directly affected by such circumstances.”

“Our love of cycling and the outdoors inspires us to make it safer for everyone and inspire more people to try it,” he added. “We want to reach a critical mass of cyclists and motorists that really want to make the roads safer for each other. If this message can save just one cyclist or motorist this year, think about the difference it will make for their family, friends and loved ones. Our goal is for people to walk away with a positive feeling of hope that together we can make a difference.” Continue reading Dear Motorist Campaign

The Wright Way to Ride

The-Wright-Brothers-bikeDetroit is in Michigan, a state that has some rivalry with Ohio. Apparently Detroit-based Shinola is putting that aside to honor Ohio’s own Wright Brothers with a special version of the Shinoloa Runwell bicycle. The Wright Brothers Bike will feature a gloss black finish, bamboo fenders and a Torpedo headlamp. Just 25 of these 11-speed internally geared bikes, which were created to honor the Wrights’ incredible contribution to America’s history of innovation and industry, will be offered for sale at the company’s stores in Detroit and New York City.

Shinola Official Website: THE WRIGHT BROTHERS LIMITED EDITION RUNWELL

The Full Finger

Giro-DND-GlovesWhile mountain bikers often rely on full finger gloves, roadies sometimes need to cover all the digits as well. To this end Giro and Cinelli have stepped up with the Giro DND gloves X Cinelli. These will help those hitting the road this winter keep their hands warm, while these also offer some roadie style and flash.

[Via BikeRumor: GIRO DND GLOVES X CINELLI, C WING GETS DOWN AND DIRTY]

Lock and Dry

HelmMateNo one wants to ride home with a wet bicycle seat and the HelmMate offers an ideal solution, plus makes sure your helmet will be safely stored as well. This simple accessory attaches to the saddle rails on provides a large waterproof nylon bag with elastic band. This can be stretched over the seat to keep it dry during the day, plus it is large enough that a helmet can snugly held inside.

HelmMate Official Website

Made in America: Hauling With the Hauser

AcreIf you have miles to go then Acre is the way to go. The Hauser 14L from Acre is a weatherproof hydration pack that is designed for all conditions, while the Ariaprene hexagonal perforated foam with mesh laminate on the back panel won’t have you sweating out all the water you drink.

This American made pack will go the distance and ensure you have water for the whole trip and more.

Acre: The Hauser 14L Official Website