June 1, 2015
Check it out…Outdoor Tech upped their game with their new Buckshot Pro! Just like the original Buckshot, you’ve got a water-resistant, shock-resistant, handle bar mountable speaker with built-in microphone/speakerphone. But wait, there’s more – a flashlight accessory with 3 settings (torch, lamp, and flash), AND you can recharge your phone or camera while you are […]
May 21, 2015
Bring more color into your life! The Lightning Cables from Eastern Collective come in a such a huge variety of colors that you’ll have trouble choosing which one to go with. On top of that, they are an amazing 5 feet long so you won’t have any issues with the cable reaching an outlet or […]
May 11, 2015
It looks like an ordinary soccer ball, but it’s so much more! The Adidas miCoach Smart Ball has integrated sensors that provide you with details such as speed, spin, strike and flight path. The free app, available for iPhone and iPod touch, is Bluetooth compatible and can save your data to help track your progress, […]
May 1, 2015
Thwart thieves! From a battery-powered pedal assist with a 90-mile range and a top speed of 28 mph to impressive technology that allows you to track its location and activate anti-theft measures, the Stromer ST2 seems to do it all. A bit more about the anti-theft measures: if a thief tries to steal the bike, […]
April 24, 2015
PROMO CODE ALERT! You gotta love technology! The new Women’s SensoGlove is the world’s first digital golf glove with wearable sensor technology. Looks similar to your basic, leather golf glove, but this one has a small, removable monitor and sensors throughout the glove that analyze your grip. It displays which fingers are gripping too tightly, […]
April 7, 2015
Turn your running workout into a training workout with the Soleus GPS Mini. This compact unit gives you info on your speed, distance, pace, calories burned, and more. With the integrated USB connection, you can recharge the battery (which lasts up to 8 hours when fully charged) as well as upload the data to your […]
April 3, 2015
The ultimate bike lock. The soon-to-be-released Skylock is a U-lock loaded with high tech features. The built-in accelerometer can detect when your bike is being tampered with or when you are in a crash and send a text to you or someone in your trusted network. It’s keyless and connects to your phone via Bluetooth […]
March 27, 2015
High tech racket? Yes! The Babolat Play Racket has sensors integrated into the handle that record critical information to help you improve your game. It plays like a regular racket but better, because you’ll be able to measure how strongly you hit the ball, your ability to consistently hit the ball in the sweetspot for […]
March 20, 2015
A new kind of navigation system for cyclists. The Hammerhead One is a handlebar-mounted device that provides LED lighted, turn-by-turn directions for a specific route. With the help of the Hammerhead app, you can design the route based on your preferences (hills, no hills, distance, difficulty, etc.). Pair the app with the Hammerhead One, and […]
March 20, 2015
You’ve heard of a smart phone. Well, how about a smart bike? The soon-to-be-released Valour by Toronto-based Vanhawks is a high tech solution to the potential problems of urban cycling. This innovative bike is has the industry’s first sensor-driven blind spot detector that alerts you via vibrating handlebars when traffic is too close. It can […]
January 28, 2015
Love to travel, but hate the jet lag? Surprise, surprise, that in this technological world that we live in, there is an app, called Entrain, that can help you combat jet lag. Jet lag is caused by a disruption to your body’s circadian rhythms. According to researchers at the University of Michigan, “Entrain simulates your […]
December 8, 2014
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2014 reviews in the Run category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…the high tech treadmill that simulates walking on the moon, AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill. Rounding […]
November 18, 2014
Don’t get lost again! Download the Trimble Outdoors Navigator App, and you have free (yes, free!) GPS navigation and mapping for your next outdoor TrailblazerGirl adventure. Compatible with both Android and iOS phones, this app uses the GPS built into your phone and works in remote areas even when you don’t have a cellular or […]
November 13, 2014
Such a hassle when your electronic devices die when you’re out and about. Our friends at Kinivo designed the EB12X Portable Rechargeble Battery Pack to make sure that you won’t have that problem again. It’s compact yet super powerful at 12,000 MAh – that means that on a full charge, you recharge your smartphone at […]
October 31, 2014
Absolutely incredible!! The JUNOJUMPR looks like an ordinary external battery, but this special device carries an extraordinary 6,000 mAh – that’s powerful enough to charge a completely dead CAR BATTERY! Wow! The kit comes in a cool-looking, matte black box and includes the battery, jumper cables, car adapter cable, and USB cable. The JUNOJUMPR is […]
October 20, 2014
Life happens all around you, and 360Fly will help you capture this. Shaped like a globe, the single lens in the 360Fly takes panoramic video – 360° horizontal x 240° vertical. It’s waterproof for up to 5 meters, so you can mount it on your surfboard, SUP, bike, helmet or simply place it on a tripod […]
October 17, 2014
Need a little boost on your morning commute? Available at the end of this year, the Copenhagen Wheel converts your regular bike into a smart, electric hybrid bike. Developed at MIT in conjunction with the city of Copenhagen, this wireless wheel replaces your back wheel with a wheel that has a self-contained motor, batteries, and […]
October 15, 2014
A great way to give back. The Charity Miles app is free and compatible with both Android and iOS phones. Having engaged various corporate sponsors, there is a pool of $1 million that they will donate based on the number of miles you bike, walk or run (bikers earn 10 cents per mile; walkers and […]
September 19, 2014
Smart shoes. Yes, really smart shoes that guide you where you want to go. That’s Lechal shoes by Ducere Technologies. Lechal translates to “take me along” in Hindi, and these soon-to-be-released shoes use haptic technology by vibrating either the right shoe or the left shoe depending on which direction you should move. Download the Lechal app, […]
May 12, 2014
Travel the world on your iPhone, iPad…with the help of the UNESCO World Heritage App by Aimer Media. This official guide lists all the World Heritage sites and is updated yearly. Various search options include alphabetically, by year of inscription, by classification (e.g. Cultural, Natural or Mixed), by proximity to your current location, and by […]
April 15, 2014
Your own personal “guardian angel”. The GetHomeSafe App notifies your designated emergency contact when you don’t check in from an activity as planned. It’s easy to use – just enter your activity, how long you think the activity will take, your destination, and a contact person. If you don’t turn off the tracking by your […]
March 19, 2014
Good things come in small packages. The Flash Magicstick by our friends at Powerocks is their just-released portable charger. This small, streamline gadget has a rechargeable lithium ion battery that is powerful enough to fully charge your smartphone up to two times! Super handy to have on your next camping trip, extended hiking adventure, or […]
March 5, 2014
A super piece of safety gear. Noxgear’s Tracer360 is a high visibility vest that will allow you to be seen in low lighting situations – great for runner, walkers, and cyclists. You slip these specially designed fiber optic cables over your shoulders, under your arms, and they wrap around to the battery unit on your […]
February 26, 2014
A “sound” purchase this winter! Keep your ears warm and toasty AND listen to music or answer calls with the Bluetooth HD Ear Warmers by 180s. The patented behind-the-head design along with the soft fuzzy fleece interior is comfortable and surprisingly does not interfere with the sound quality of the hi-def speakers. On a full […]