Camping Gadgets
September 2, 2010
Camp Chef Outdoor Oven
When the usual camping fare isn’t going to cut it, bring along the Camp Chef Outdoor Oven. Equipped with two 5,300 BTU matchless igniter range burners and a 3,000 BTU oven, the Camp Chef lets you cook up all sorts of things, like baking cookies or cooking up a pizza. Boasting stainless steel construction, this outdoor oven comes with a fold down lid and non-stick enamel cooking surface. It can reach a maximum oven temperature of 400 degrees, meaning it can cook for up to 5 hours on high heat with a 1-pound can of propane. It’s powered by a disposable 1-pound propane can or it can be adapted for a bulk tank. Start cooking for $277.99. Camp Chef.
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August 31, 2010
WaveBox Portable Microwave
Hot, quick food is always within reach – even when camping – when you bring along the WaveBox Portable Microwave. The world's first portable microwave oven, the WaveBox is all about convenience. Powered by a standard AC, direct to 12-volt battery or any vehicle power socket rated at 20 amps or higher, the WaveBox portable microwave boasts an easy-grip handle and a compact, sleek design. It also comes equipped with the CoolBag, an integrated soft-side cooler that keeps your food and drinks cool until you're ready to heat them up. Cook something up for $200. WaveBox.
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August 24, 2010
BearVault BV500 Container
Don’t feed the bear during your next camping adventure. Keep you food safe and out of hungry paws with the BearVault BV500 Container. Featuring simple access, light weight and large volume, the BV500 is made with durable polycarbonate construction that keeps the weight light and the inner volume high. Equipped with a large rainproof lid, this BearVault container comes with a snapping bump/tab locking mechanism and screws on and off easily without the use of tools. It also helps suppress strong odors from food, sunscreen, insect repellent, soap and toothpaste, which cuts down on any chance encounters you may come across. And when it’s closed, BearVault also makes a great camp seat! Pick one up for $79.95. BearVault.
August 17, 2010
Seth McGinn’s CanCooker
Cook for the gang with the Seth McGinn’s CanCooker. A unique outdoor cooking device, the CanCooker lets you cook a lot of food without a lot of work. Able to cook up a complete meal in about one hour, this innovative product will work on any heat source and is easy to clean up. Using steam to cook the meal, the CanCooker’s revolutionary one-piece “shouldered” design creates convection which circulates the steam for faster cooking and also helps keep food from sticking to the inside of it. And because it’s so easy to use, you'll be able to socialize instead of cooking the meal. Pick one up for $80. CanCooker.
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August 16, 2010
Solar-Powered Collapsible Lamps by Jesper Jonsson
Illuminate your camp site the environmentally friendly way, with these solar-powered collapsible lamps. Powered by solar energy, this eco-friendly concept lamp lights up your surrounds when unfolded. Designed by Jesper Jonsson, the solar-powered collapsible lamps come equipped with solar panels that collect energy when the sun is out and store it in a battery. Once the sun goes down, the lamp can be unfolded and its onboard battery powers a set of bulbs inside the lamp to give you light. It also comes with a strap with magnets that lets you hang the lamp in a variety of ways, open of closed. Jesper Jonsson.
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August 13, 2010
SteriPEN Sidewinder Portable Water Purifier
Set to hit shelves this September, the all-new SteriPEN Sidewinder Portable Water Purifier is a great way to always ensure you have clean drinking water on your camping trips. Say goodbye to environmentally unfriendly plastic water bottles that take up too much room – the Sidewinder is much easier to carry and is always ready to quench your thirst. Recently debuted at this year’s Outdoor Retailer Expo, this SteriPEN portable water purifier is a crank-powered and features a bacteria-killing UV light that can produces a liter of drinkable water. Simple and practical – it doesn’t get much better than that! SteriPEN.
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August 12, 2010
Ventus Folding Wind Power Station
You can harness the wind’s power, even when you’re camping, with the Ventus Folding Wind Power Station. A folding wind turbine that generates up to 400W of renewable power, the Ventus, designed by Sergej Kuckir, is based on the “Savonius” type of wind turbines. Perfect for camping trips, the portable Ventus comes equipped with a vertical axis wind turbine, turbine mast and batteries, all which can be folded and packed in a tube just 10cm in diameter. Ideal for when you’re in the mountains (it tends to get pretty windy up there), the renewable electric power is stored in onboard batteries for later use. Sergej Kuckir.
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July 29, 2010
Coleman PVC Double Wash Basin
Clean up at the campsite is a breeze with the Coleman PVC Double Wash Basin. You know what it’s like trying to clean up after meals in the outdoors – it’s not pretty. But with the PVC Double Wash Basin, is simple. Thanks to its double-sided design, this Coleman wash basin lets you wash and rinse – it measures in at 10" x 20" with two 10" x 10" compartments. Equipped with four handles, the wash basin is easy to pick up and transport. It folds up when you’re done with it and it also comes with six rod reports. Get cleaned up for $12.99. Coleman.
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July 26, 2010
Cadac Safari Chef Deluxe Grill
The 5-in-1 Cadac Safari Chef Deluxe Grill comes with five interchangeable cooking surfaces so you can grill, roast, boil and fry your favorite foods anywhere. Use the non-stick reversible grill plate on the Safari Chef Deluxe to grill or fry, and the lid can be used as a saucepan or wok to stir-fry. This Cadac grill also comes with a barbecue that sits on the mini Vector top and that lets you boil on the gas burner. You can even remove the cooking surfaces for direct access to the propane-powered burner where you can place a pot of water or fry pan. It comes complete with quality carry bag, operates on a standard 16.4 oz. propane canister and its legs fold in for compact storage. Get cooking for $99. Cadac.
July 9, 2010
Coleman Lantern App for iPhone
Did you forget your flashlight? Not to worry – there’s an app for that! Coleman now has a Lantern App for your iPhone – how enlightening is that? This app lets you choose from 10 different lanterns that will brighten up any campsite. It also lets you choose how bright you want it to shine. And it’s not just for the campsite either – you can use it in the car, walking at night and reading in bed. It’s free to add to your iPhone – download it here. Coleman.
July 8, 2010
Brunton Flip Sticks
Even when you’re camping, you prefer to forgo the usual cutlery for something a little more exotic. Good thing Brunton now offers the Flip Sticks. Conveniently portable, the Flip Sticks go everywhere you do. If every ounce counts, you’ll want to pack these Brunton foldable chopsticks, as they are made of durable, lightweight bamboo attached to metal holders. Once the Flip Sticks are flipped closed, they weigh 1.6 ounces and take up less room. Pick up a pair for $32.80. Brunton.
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July 2, 2010
Eton Soulra Solar-Powered Sound System
Perfect of the campground, the beach or poolside, the Eton Soulra Solar-Powered Sound System will provide the music for your outdoor pursuits. A solar-powered sound system that doubles as a charging dock and an entertainment system, the Soulra is encased in a rugged, rubberized aluminum body that is splash-proof. Equipped with a rechargeable lithium ion battery pack that is solar powered, this Eton sound system will charge your iPod or iPhone and keeps it running while playing your favorite tunes. Other features include a battery charge indicator, audio line input, AC power input, AC adapter and remote control. Rock out for $200. Eton.
June 30, 2010
Suunto MC-2G Navigator Compass
Find your way back to base camp with the Suunto MC-2G Navigator Compass. Giving you accurate bearings with a sighting notch and mirror, the MC-2G Navigator’s patented Global needle works anywhere on earth. What’s so unique about this Suunto compass is that its needle and magnet are built as separate units functioning independently from each other, so that the inclination of the magnetic field cannot tilt the needle. It features a declination scale that’s adjustable to account for the difference between magnetic and true North, and its adjustment key is included on lanyard. The MC-2G comes equipped with an easy-grip bezel that reads in 2-degree increments and features a luminous outer ring for low-light reading. Go the right way for 84. Suunto.
June 24, 2010
Lehman’s Storm Kettle
A must-have companion on your next camping trip, Lehman’s Storm Kettle lets you boil water in minutes. Ideal for a hot beverage or shave, the Storm Kettle features a unique hollow design and is made from double-skinned aluminum. This Lehman’s kettle surrounds the fire, and the water can absorb the heat efficiently. Equipped with side and top vents, you can use these to add more burnable fuel to the fire. It can boil 40 oz of water in 3 minutes, and its cork on brass chain can be inserted to keep water hot or from splashing out while in transit. Pick one up for $100. Lehman’s.
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June 22, 2010
Camp Fire Grill by Tjeerd Veenhoven
Camping can be stylish, especially is you bring along this camp fire grill. Designed by Tjeerd Veenhoven, this camp fire grill is made from a foodsafe steel plate that is lasercut and pressed into a 3D pattern using the technique of rubber pressing. Guaranteed to make any fire spectacular, the camp fire grill is colored by the fire and its heating process. Pick up your own unique grill for about € 450.
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