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The latest model in Heimplanet's family of distinctive geodesic inflatable tents is the most conspicuous yet. Inspired by Icelandic backcountry storm shelters, the new Cave XL 4-Season adds extra size, storm worthiness and bright, blazing color.
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Stand-up paddle boards certainly can be fun, but kayaks are generally a faster, more efficient means of getting around. Watercraft company Bote has now combined the best features of both, in its redesigned Rackham Aero paddle board.
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When most people think of life vests, they likely picture yokes that are worn around the user's neck. Switlik Survival Products' new UA-80 Evolution Vest takes what is claimed to be a better approach, however, by going under the arms.
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Back in 2020, Exod debuted one of the more striking tents of modern times. As intriguing as it was, the 18-lb, $2,240 Ark wasn't practical for many. Exod strikes back with the Monolith, a smaller, lighter inflatable ground/tree tent with lower price.
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Known for turning everyday cars into RVs, Luno is now looking to turn camper vans into camper vans with more sleeping space. Perfect for #vanlife honeymooners turned parents, its Front Cab kit adds an extra berth to the all-American camper van.
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Alpha previewed its Wolf electric pickup earlier this year, and this month it shows how that truck turns into a full camper to compete with options from Tesla and Rivian. With help from Heimplanet, it's created the Cloudbreak inflatable camper.
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While some people like the idea of kayaking, they may be put off by how cumbersome the boats are to transport, and how tippy they can be. The Super Kayak – currently on Kickstarter – is made to address both concerns.
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If you should become separated from your sailboat, kayak or other watercraft out on the open sea, staying afloat isn't the only challenge – you also have to be seen by your rescuers. That's where the wearable, inflatable SeeArch is made to come in.
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It was just this May that we heard about Poimo, an experimental inflatable electric scooter developed at Tokyo University. Well, its designers have now unveiled a custom-fit version that would be made for each user, based on photos that they provide.
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Back in April, we took a look at the French-designed Exod Home, an innovative inflatable hammock-tent for backcountry or frontcountry glamping. Exod is now chasing crowdfunding dollars in hopes of getting the Home, now called the Ark, to market.
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SmithFly's Shoal Tent was part of a tiny group of water-top shelters from recent years. We're not sure raft-tent camping ever took off like SmithFly hoped, but it's not surprising to see the company dock the raft and launch an air tent for shore.
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Nights spent cozily inside the car doors on extended trips along scenic byways don't require a full-blown RV. Slide the new Luno Life Air Mattress 2.0 in a hatchback, SUV or wagon, and it becomes a mobile home.
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