Inside the pear wood case, Wohngeist’s Swiss Tool Box contains a versatile collection of 24 high-quality tools for the home handyman. It’s got screwdrivers, an allen key set, a ruler, chisel, file, hammer, multi-tool, multiple drivers, and wrenches, all made by skilled Swiss craftsmen.
The wilderness wizards at Mountain Safety Research have created a new type of waterproof coating that will keep their Hubba NX backpacking tents drier for a lot longer. Traditional seam seals and tent waterproofing break down over time due to exposure to moisture and humidity and eventually start to leak. The brand’s Xtreme Shield polyurethane (PU) coating is better than that. It’s got a molecular chain that was engineered to eliminate deterioration, so your tent stays not only dry but never gets that sticky, flaky residue that inevitably occurs. The Hubba NX tents are available in solo, 2-person, 3-person, and 4-person models.
Designed specifically for travel and effortless portability, the AirDeck 2.0 playing cards are good for all your go-to card games, the 3 new sets feature 52 Playing Cards + 2 jokers, they’re waterproof and washable in a compact, travel friendly size that is light weight but also durable with a heavy-duty ‘casino quality’ 0.31mm PVC coating and premium printing. A funded Kickstarter.
These bags from ZeroPoint are small. Possibly the smallest “micro-bags” in the world. They pack down to a size that’s roughly the diameter of a quarter & about an inch thick. Once unfurled, they expand to 12 X 16 or 8.6 X 12-inch sizes and are strong enough to carry your laptop or a load of items from the supermarket. A funded Kickstarter.
The Magnet Driver Space Rocket is a huge upgrade for dealing with tiny screws. It’s a full-precision all-in-one screwdriver and toolkit designed for building, repair and adjustment of even the tiniest tech devices and DIY projects. It offers a full spectrum of bit and stem sizes, & a magnetic tip so you can’t lose screws. The kit includes the driver, an aluminum extender, 20 extra-long bits in 8 different types, and a magnetic “moon” organizer mat. A funded Kickstarter.
The Distinct EDC multi-tool packs 30 different tools into one very pocketable form and includes phillips, hex & slot bits, hex sockets, metric wrenches, a box cutter, & so much more. Yes, there’s a bottle opener. And it’s TSA-approved. A funded Kickstarter.
Slightly smaller than a AA battery, the Darter is a micro-pen beautifully machined from aluminum and brass that writes with Cross Matrix Ballpoint refills. There’s also a secret inside. It’s got a built-in sewing kit. It includes 2 bobbins with 100mm of thread on each, & 4 No.10 Gold Eye Sharps needles. It’s the perfect size for your survival kit, dopp kit, or with its keychain-size form, your EDC. A funded Kickstarter.
Ryobi’s One+ EVERCHARGE LED area light kit is a workhorse of a wireless, rechargeable light. It produces 400 lumens of light at high output, and can run for over 24 hours. There are 3 brightness modes, and in low mode, it can run for 48 hours. It’s also got a built-in 1-amp USB charging port for backup power and is equipped with an Auto On function, so when it’s charging and it senses a power outage, it turns on automatically.
Combining elements of a traditional Francesca Frankish axe, the classic bearded axe, a hammer & a tomahawk, the HatchetHawk is a heavy-duty tool for all types of chopping and cutting chores. It’s made of drop-forged 5160 tool steel and the handle is polypropylene plastic injection molded over a rigid aluminum core. It comes with a blade-protecting leather sheath.
Designed in Italy, the Banale Backpack sets itself apart with a design that allows you to expand it when you need to carry more & compresses down when you’re carrying less. The pack’s “Wrapping Pocket” also gives you the ability to carry odd shaped items like a basketball, helmet or parcels for shipping. A funded Kickstarter.
For camping, RV travels, tailgating, beach parties, and evenings in the backyard, this propane-powered fire pit from Cypress Outdoor heats things up nicely without having to deal with firewood, smoke, & ash. It is 21-inches in diameter and kicks out a bun-warming 58K BTUs. Comes with a cover and carry kit.
The Ultimate 2.0 from Makeblock is a powerful 10-in-1 robotics kit that offers building and programming fun for all experience levels. With over 160 parts & modules, the kit comes with easy-to-follow assembly guides for 10 designs which can serve as launch pads for your own inventions. The main controller board is capable of simultaneously driving 10 servos, 8 DC motors or 4 stepper motors and is compatible with both Arduino & Raspberry Pi.
Basecamp from Cache transforms your tailgate into a proper place to party, pre-game, & picnic. The modular system mounts to any truck tailgate, offering detachable cushioned seating for two, coolers, and more, like padding for your surfboards, bike shuttles, and a secure payload strap for odd-size cargo.
Triple Michelin-Star chef Heston Blumenthal has just launched the 4K, a new charcoal-fired barbecue grill with Australia’s Everdure. The renowned British chef says the grill design is “inspired by the 4,000-year tradition of Kamado-style and man-made ceramic clay cooking.” Charcoal is ignited with the press of a button & the grill gets super-hot, enough to cook a perfect Neapolitan pizza in just 2 minutes. In addition to high heat & giving you an award-worthy sear, it also functions as a slow cooker & smoker. Can be controlled remotely using the dedicated app.
Designed to out-perform standard headlamps and flashlights the Kogalla Ra Adventure light has a bank of 5 LEDs that crank out 800-lumens of light, plenty to light up the trail ahead after the sun goes down. For ultra-running, backpacking, caving, and other after-dark adventures, this versatile light is powered by a 6700 mAh battery pack that recharges via USB.
