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Beachgoers, outdoor chefs, guys on the go-some ideas for durable gear/day haulers-for camping/grilling/sipping. via GIPHY source imgur.com GCI OUTDOOR, NITE IZE, CAMP CHEF, ZIPPO Outdoor, RED COPPER, WATERFORD, PAPERCLIP BAGS, EAGLE CREEK Have a seat... GCI OUTDOOR Big Surf with SunShade -4 position aluminum beach chair-adjustble shade (UPF 50 fabric)  rotates 270 degrees front-to-back or can collapse completely flat...plus neat-underneath seat -there's a slide out aluminum table with beverage holder. $70 Shine on -portable power and light... NITE IZE makes so many handy gear/gadget items-we wonder what smart just sits around and comes up with this stuff..."DISCOVER YOUR SOLUTION" indeed! Pictured-the portable, weather tough lightweight Radiant 300   Rechargeable LED lantern with both red+white (multi-mode switch-low-medium-high)  LED modes, 2 integrated USB ports (micro to charge up lantern-larger USB port- charges other small devices), carabine...

WEAR SAFE ALERT, NITE IZE, SAFE STEPS via GIPHY source: http://gifovea.tumblr.com Adventures abroad, biking afar, hiking nearby, solo workers-interactwith strangers -or- for kids/elderly on their own...people now have choices for electronic safety monitoring systems...that rely on satellites as notification system.  Inspired by a horrific home invasion, the brains behind this affordable safety alert system crafted an easy to use -finger size WEARSAFE TAG-device-pictured above-on the left-that pairs with a smartphone/notepad...and when engaged, can send out an emergency signal to the smartphones-with the WearSafe download-able app- of up to 12 people, The monitoring service-$5/month - $60 a year-is better than other systems out there-that send alerts to Emergency workers only-(often resulting in false-unnecessary actions), WearSafe allows those contacted to hear what's going on too-for a minute prior to an event-and after an alert goes out. Benefits among many-allow...

Keep Personal Electronics Plugged In, Lit-Up-Shine-On, and Protected-At Home and On the Road via GIPHY source youtube.com NiteIze, GOAL ZERO , SEATTLE SPORTS Gadget-thing-y mobile device accessory masters NiteIze serves up a solution to those cracked screens and misplaced  cards and dollar bills-a CONNECT wallet that holds and ruggedly protects BOTH-with a CONNECT clip-can clip smartphone when wallet is removed-sized for iPhones+Samsungs.  Never miss a step-recharegable headlamps-are a huge growing category -vital for the early morning/late afternoon hours  in limited daylight hours,..and a smart item for cars and travelers everywhere-no matter how they get there. From NiteIze- Swipe to Shine™ technology-activates the light... INOVA STS Powerswitch  headlamp-dual power options (3 AAA batteries-or , a micro USB, rechargeable lithium-ion battery), dual (red or white)LED options-4 modes -compact+waterproof -and is also a multi-mounter-for accessories-like...

Part One: BOLLÉ CYCLE HELMETS, NITE IZE, BRILLIANT REFLECTIVE STRIPS via GIPHY Since the hot temps and daylight hours- around our universe-have peaked for while-but out lengthy training bouts have not-we are just now appreciating the essential gear we have- that's year round suitable. PLUS: Season-less multi-taskers save $ and closet space. about as neat as our transition spot gets-pictured athlete essentials-Bollé sunglasses. ALL GOOD mineral sport sunscreen, Clif Gel Shot-Espresso with caffeine (duh), speed laces-Newtons running flats, and TYR Skinsuit...cause the swims are becoming less and less wetsuit legal :-( Increasingly- like what we wear-(streetwear takes on 'athlesiure') multi-functional attributes of what we own gear-wise -adjust to changing weather conditions-are musts. Our Picks: Bollé is a company-that we always knew for its tech savvy ski goggles...but it is their cycle helmet-THE ONE- (Road-Premium)-that is hands down- the best fitting ...

Part 2: Backpacks/Luggage-for the experiences of life's adventures For grads (or dads) ready to take off for distant shores...or finally moving all the stuff out of their parents' houses/apartments...multi-functional---versatile haulers that are tough, durable---are just the right size for overhead compartments (who wants to check it???) via GIPHY source reddit.com ... or human backs ! how cool is this... GOAL ZERO integrated seamless NOMAD 7 solar panel built into this Gregory Baltoro 75 GZ backpack...$429. The lid is magnetic FLIP 10 battery-and the pack itself has loads of practical features-like a wide U zip panel access, integrated rain cover, sleeping bag compartment with removable divider, removable shock locks for poles etc, and a Weather shield pocket, 2 side mounted zip compartments and side water bottle holder Granite Gear- reticu-lite collection -durable carry-alls have articulated  die-cut foam pattern that minimizes weight-made of repelaweave...

JBL and NiteIze  SLC/NYC Night time visibility-for humans and dogs-- -so critical ...from JBL and Nite Ize -affordable and functional be seen stuff to keep wearers safe. JBL Reflect Mini-is well packaged with easy to get instructions- included-small and mid-size ear buds....for custom fit. There's a Bluetooth version too---- how reflective-VERY (see above for 'reg' vs with the flash on)-another way to be seen when headlights hit ---running against traffic...   JBL  Reflect Mini  headphones are s weat proof - sporting a unique reflective design. Super lightweight-these in-ear sport headphones are designed to stay put during intense workouts. Featuring the smallest sport design from JBL, a one button remote and mic, adjustable Y-Split cables that  manage  not to tangle... and the angled connector, the JBL Reflect Mini delivers quality sound and stays put for bouncy striders.  Bonus-there are two sets of earbuds-in small and medium s...

OR/SLC-NYC So mutes made of the PANTONE colors of the year...esp. 2016s---but we didn't see much evidence of any of those choices...from outdoors-fitnes companies Spring '16 offerings.  Assume fast fashion delivering those= pale rose quartz and serenity blue shades with their efforts-like H&M Sport. Some tonal highlights: ORANGE-in see me bright, toasty burnt, pretty pale... Icebreaker WHITE SIERRA -Trabagon Color Blocked  (and also offers a solid orange) Rain Shell-w/ Teflon® fabric protection, waterproof and fully seam taped, chin guard, adjustable hood, waterproof secure front pockets, back yoke w/ mesh venting, adjustable cuffs, one hand quick draw hem, new flavor-from GU  Energy Gel-SALTED CARAMEL FUROSHIKI wrapped upper on Vibram outsole-sophisticated Asian style...reminds us of Japanese designer  Issye Miyake UTNE Short-stretchy-with plenty of rockets, quick drying...belt loops always help! in pumpkin/dandelion BERGAN...