If this week’s Rising Gear has a theme, it’s most likely one thing about having fun with the outside — in type. That ranges from the Tron-like operating gear of Swiss model X-BIONIC to a horny, stowable bike lock from OTTOLOCK that’s good for a variety of e-bikes.
However we’ve additionally bought this week’s headliners: a cultured collaboration between Birkenstock loafers and Filson boots, a chic hat for charging your cellphone on the go, and paddleboards so lovely they might convert a kayaker to the SUP darkish aspect.
Discover all that and extra proper right here in Rising Gear.
Beau Lake Luxurious Paddleboards
That is undoubtedly for the one that needs the Rolls Royce of paddleboards. Beau Lake focuses on creating high-quality boards, starting from light-weight inflatable stand-up paddleboards (iSUPs) to handcrafted inflexible boards created from maple, holly, and rosewood.
On the low finish of the worth vary, there’s The Newport, a still-gorgeous nautical-themed board that prices $1,150 — a aggressive value for manufacturers like ISLE and Oru Kayak. Costs for these luxurious paddleboards rise rapidly, nevertheless, going all the way in which as much as The Speedy, a carbon-fiber, touring-style paddleboard. It’s undeniably attractive — and likewise prices $5,100.
EcoFlow Energy Hat
We love all issues bizarre and (doubtlessly) progressive right here on the Rising Gear crew, and this solar-powered hat undoubtedly qualifies.
EcoFlow simply launched the PowerHat, a solar-powered hat designed to cost gadgets whereas on the go. With twin USB-A and USB-C ports situated beneath, the hat can cost two gadgets concurrently, equivalent to telephones, neck followers, or Bluetooth headphones. Telephones may be totally charged in 3-4 hours, the model stated.
Constructed for out of doors enjoyable, the PowerHat weighs 13 ounces, and is supposedly proof against sand, mud, water splashes, and cracks. It is available in two sizes: medium-large measurement: 56-58 cm and large-XL measurement: 59-61 cm, and at the moment sells at a reduction for $90.
Filson x Birkenstock
Model collaborations can usually be tremendous enjoyable — however I nonetheless wasn’t anticipating this one.
Iconic loafers model Birkenstock teamed up with high-end clothing store Filson for an unique collaboration launched this week. The gathering presents three new footwear types, with designs that mix Filson’s “Authentic Alaska Clothes shop” heritage with Birkenstock’s fame for cozy kicks.
The London Methow is a low-top shoe made with unlined leather-based and an adjustable buckled strap, priced at $375. The Lahti, a comfortable looking boot with a collapsible higher created from Filson’s Mackinaw wool, presents anti-slip help and is obtainable for $455.
The Skykomish, priced at $625, is a country boot crafted with Filson’s tin material higher and a rubber mudguard. Each the Lahti and Skykomish function Birkenstock’s Deep Blue footbed, which gives anatomical help and even weight distribution.
Mammut Barryvox S2
With the Barryvox S2, Mammut’s newest avalanche transceiver, the model goals to boost mountain security by means of improved expertise and a user-friendly interface.
Weighing much less and with a slimmer profile, the Barryvox S2 maintains a 70m vary and lengthy battery life, providing fast and exact rescues even in complicated conditions, Mammut stated. It’s bought a number of improvements, together with the Reminiscence-in-Pixel (MIP) display for improved visibility in all situations and the Barryvox Coaching Park app for enhanced avalanche search abilities.
Different highlights embody “Clever Effective Search Steering” for correct probing and “Interference Guard” to guard towards electromagnetic interference. In emergencies, the gadget mechanically switches to Rescue SEND if rescuers stay nonetheless for 4 minutes. Priced at $600, the Barryvox S2 is designed for each professionals and newcomers, Mammut stated.
Ozlo Sleepbuds
Kudos to whoever imagined the above {photograph}, which tells a ravishing story of a person who discovered the Ozlo Sleepbuds so soporific — he fell asleep on the pool desk.
These soft Bluetooth earbuds are particularly designed to boost sleep. Based by three former Bose engineers, the model makes earbuds for all-night put on — even for aspect sleepers. They function noise-masking, audio streaming, and biometric sensing to assist customers block out environmental noise and promote restful sleep.
As somebody who incessantly makes use of earbuds to assist me sleep in loud or uncomfortable conditions, I’ve usually woken up with sore ears from side-sleeping with my Apple earbuds in. So, I’m predisposed to think about these puppies an excellent thought.
Additionally they embody “anchor-in-place” wings and a number of sizes of silicone ear ideas for a safe match. With a 10-hour battery life and a charging case for added energy, they’re good for journey or on a regular basis use. Priced from $300, the Sleepbuds can be found now.
Sidekick Folding Lock
With the Sidekick Folding Lock, OTTOLOCK provides a extra versatile bike lock design to its lineup. This heavy-duty lock makes use of 5mm-thick hardened metal hyperlinks that open into a versatile circle. The number of form choices make it extra accommodating to the numerous completely different body designs of e-bikes, the model stated.
Weighing 2.2 kilos, the SIDEKICK comes with three keys and a motorcycle mount. When folded, it measures 7.5” x 2” x 2.25” and unfolds to a most size of 11 inches.
Rugged Highway 25 Cooler
Rugged Highway has launched its newest product, the Rugged Highway 25 Cooler.
Weighing solely 5 kilos, this ultralight cooler is supplied with a Rigorite coating, initially developed for navy use, making it able to withstanding extreme impacts and supporting heavy hundreds, the model stated. Regardless of its light-weight design, the cooler presents as much as 7 days of ice retention.
Highlights of the design embody storage for 25 cans or 20 kilos of ice, a multifunctional lid with cupholders and a chopping board, and a nonslip floor for ease of use in moist situations. The cooler additionally floats upright, so it’s nice for good occasions within the water. It prices $225.
Daysaver Unimaginable Pump
Daysaver has launched a Kickstarter marketing campaign for the Unimaginable Pump, a motorcycle pump designed for mountain and gravel bikers.
Out there in two sizes — Common (40 cc) and Giant (80 cc) — the pump combines compact design with efficiency, delivering as much as 80 psi. It’s bought an built-in, patented deal with for ease of use and a removable pump hose that ensures a safe connection with out damaging the valve core.
The Daysaver Unimaginable Pump additionally consists of space for storing for one or two instruments, relying on the dimensions, permitting riders to hold important multitools. The pump is weatherproof, with a seal to guard it from filth and water.
A body mount is obtainable, appropriate with normal bottle cage mounts. Now out there on Kickstarter, the Common measurement begins at $70 and the Giant at $100, with as much as 20% off throughout the marketing campaign. Full availability begins in April 2025 on the Daysaver web site and at choose retailers.
X-BIONIC
Do you like the thought of residing on daily basis such as you’re caught in a Tron film? You then’ll love this.
Swiss attire model X-BIONIC has formally entered the North American market, bringing its high-performance gear throughout the pond. Led by Kris Kuster, former Nitro Snowboards and Mammut Sports activities Group govt, the model supposedly takes a science-based method to attire design.
The North American headquarters is now situated in — the place else? — Denver. X-BIONIC’s fall assortment consists of snowsports and winter operating gear, with a deal with moisture-wicking materials, ergonomic designs, and thermoregulation expertise. Additionally they appear to be nothing else on the market.
Bertucci A-2SEL Army Extremely-Responsibility
Bertucci makes sturdy watches, and that undoubtedly appears to use to the brand new A-2SEL Army Extremely-Responsibility Discipline Watch.
The watch band is made within the U.S. from a polymer layer fused with a powerful webbing core, which supposedly reduces put on and tear. The band consists of 34 laser-cut venting holes for consolation and is obtainable in a foliage inexperienced colour with a black powder-coated buckle.
The watch additionally features a detachable case protector, providing resistance to affect, shock, and abrasion, whereas its twin illumination system presents excessive visibility in low mild. A lightweight illuminates the whole dial for 3 seconds on the push of a button, complemented by Swiss Tremendous Luminous fingers and markers that glow with out a battery. Priced at $205, the A-2SEL has a stainless-steel case, 100m water resistance, and a 4-year battery life.
