Random Bits

Tilley has been one of my favorite brands for much longer than I’ve been writing for this site. Originally known for their hats, they make excellent travel wear as well, and don’t mind a bit of cheekiness in their marketing. Everyone I’ve met from the company has been wonderful to work with too, probably because … Read more

April is National Sports Eye Safety Month Across America   It’s estimated that 40,000 Americans receive eye injuries while participating in sports every year. This is a sobering statistic, especially considering that studies have shown that 90% of eye injuries could have been prevented simply by wearing protective eyewear.  These are just some of the … Read more

Petzl has been working on some new lights to add to their line of compact, high performance rechargeables. The good news is that these lights are going to have some pretty attractive price tags. Bad news? We’re looking at September, 2013 for availability. Here’s what we’re waiting for: Petzl’s 115 gram TIKKA R+ (MSRP $74.95) … Read more

Taipei, Taiwan ‘” BioLogic, a specialist in urban cycling gear, today announced the Bluetooth Smart Heart Rate Strap, a heart rate monitor that communicates wirelessly with a smartphone so users can track their heart rate during rides and workouts.  “Typically, people concerned with tracking their heart rate have the data scattered all over ‘” the … Read more

Yesterday, we shared some of the ways Eton has devised to keep your portable electronics charged, whether you’re working, playing, or preparing for an emergency. Today we’re covering more of their emergency items, plus the radios that do double-duty, keeping you informed during natural disasters, or entertained by the pool, beach, lake, or campsite. ZoneGuard: … Read more