If you are hitting the trails consider being armed Topo down with Topo Designs new super minimal Trail Pack, which features a lightweight build thanks to its use of durable 500d Cordura body and sleek straps made from seatbelt webbing. Aluminum hooks keep it together while keeping the weight down.
The packs are made in Colorado and are available in Navy (above), red and sand and are ready for your next trail excursion.
While we noted today how many states are becoming more bicycle friendly one sad part of more people on two wheels is that more bikes will be stolen. According to the latest FBI Uniform Crime Report, from 2007 to 2011, bicycle theft in the United States rose (on average) 14 percent each year. On average, over 188,500 bicycle thefts are reported stolen each year in the United States, a statistic that in itself is staggering when one also considers the number of bicycle thefts that go unreported.
While some US cities are starting to fight back against bicycle theft, much more could be done. In San Francisco, the city issued its first ever official look at the bike theft problem in 2013 and issued a goal to reduce bicycle theft in the city by at least 50 percent over the next 5 years. The city also created a bike registry to help combat the 70 percent rise in bicycle thefts since 2006. Continue reading Bike Theft Report
This month the League of American Bicyclists released its 2014 Bicycle Friendly State ranking. For the seventh year in a row the state of Washington has lead the nation, but is closely followed by Minnesota and Wisconsin, as Utah and California have moved up in the top 10.
“We’re excited and encouraged to see real progress in states like California, Minnesota and Utah,” said League President Andy Clarke. “Overall, we still see a lot of opportunity to realize the huge potential of bicycling to promote health, economic development, and quality of life in all 50 states.” Continue reading Bike Friendly States
MOJO Outdoors has released a GPS powered Waterfowl app for Android and iOS devices. It is a hunting app that has been created by those who claim to know a thing or two about Waterfowl. It offers MOJO Maps, Legal Shooting Alarm, Duck Identification, Weather Pro, U.S. Migratory Bird Regulations and more.
The app even contains a flashlight feature and camo mirror to help apply the “war paint.”
As the Tour of California is already under way Sugio has launched a Peter Sagan “Green Machine” Signature Jersey, which Sagan helped design.
He’s won a record 10 stages at the race earning the nickname Tourminator – and now you can get in green like Sagan too.
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PureGear is moving forward – with its PureMove sports armband that allows users to “wear” their music on their sleeve! This new case features a washable band with Dry+Flex technology and can securely hold an iPhone 5/5c/5S on the sleeve while still providing access to the screen, while an optional cord management clip offers storage for excess headset cables.
If you’ve just done a massive bike ride, a long run or been out at the campsite for a couple of days chances are you might not want to wait until you get home or at least back to a hotel to shower. The Road Shower brings the shower to you – or at least to your car. It is an eco-friendly add-on that mounts to a vehicle rack and uses solar power to heat up the water. It can provide a pressurized shower that can be pumped up with a bike pump, tire pump or even a compressor (in case you are already too tired from that actual workout).
While you won’t have privacy showering by the side of the road, it could be a good way to clean up a bit, or at least hose down the gear before the long ride home.
The Detroit Cargo company has moved shop to Farmington, close to Detroit – and in its new location has produced a new Motor City worthy bike bag. The Griswold Frame bag is designed to be easily attach to the top tube of bike while still being easy to carry around town. Continue reading Motor City Hauler
Whether you actually head off the beaten path or just like to know you’re covered – make that your iPhone is covered – the DualTek XT for Extreme Terrain will ensure that the handset will arrive at the destination in one piece. This case is Military Standard Approved for its ability to protect the iPhone in harsh conditions including: exposure to dust, sand, raindrops, or splashes of water. The protective case maintains a sleek design for easy access to power buttons and ports.
It features multiple layers of shock absorbing protection, beginning with a tight-seal and weather resistant cover with an IP65 rating provide 360-degrees of dust and splash proof protection. The outer case is fully equipped with corner impact protection along with an attachable wristlet, making the DualTek XT the perfect companion for any outdoor adventure. It also offers non-slip rubber finish and side grips reduce the risk of your phone sliding out of your hands, even when they may be sweaty or wet. Continue reading All Terrain Protection
Two years ago Baden Sports introduced the Axe Bat to the world of baseball. It was meant to refine the way that batters gripped the bat.
Since that time Vijay Gupta, professor of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of California Los Angeles, along with a team of researchers have performed a study that shows that an axe-shaped bat handle offers players significantly more bat control, power transfer and acceleration while significantly decreasing the risk of injury compared to traditional bats with round knobs and handles.
The study, which used NCAA Division I baseball players and slow-motion video analysis, applied principles of dynamics and biomechanics to compare bats with axe-shaped handles to those with traditional round knobs. The analysis extended to comfort, bat control, transfer of power to the ball and injury potential.
“Looking at both handle types from a biomechanical standpoint, the angled knob with a flush backside offers many compelling advantages,” said Gupta, who authored the study. “This includes a more stable grip and a more even distribution of swing forces on the hand and palm, resulting in a safer, more comfortable, and more controlled swing.” Continue reading Axe And You Shall Receive
When camping you want only the right companion to come along, and the Buck Travel Mate could be a match made in heaven. This multi-tool might be your best friend at a campsite as it offers a knife, fork, spatula, scraper, can and bottle opener as well as grill scraper and even a screwdriver.
It won’t carry your gear or do the dishes but what are friends for?
DZR Shoes are meant to get down and dirty. The company has released a new line of dirt-focused cycling footwear for Spring 2014. This line includes SPD-compatible and flat pedal styles; where the flat pedal models feature an interchangeable flex system that gives riders the choice of either a soft or stiffer feel, as well as a gum rubber outsole with counter grips and sticky rubber that keeps feet planted on the pedals.
The new Terra model, which is DZR’s highest performance SPD shoe, was developed by the DZR Global Development Team on the UCI race circuit. It features a fiberglass shank and a form fit molded heal cup for improved power transfer and control, plus the Terra also gives added protection with leather in the heel and toe.
These are stylish shoes but that shouldn’t stop users from getting them dirty.
Anywhere you go can be a soccer pitch with the Urban Pac from Golme. This is a backpack that features a hidden and rapidly deployable soccer goal with shield anchoring system. There is even a water bottle carrier so you can stay hydrated while blocking those shots.
When the game or practice is over you can pac and go.