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Gear Bits, Outdoors April 19, 2023

Watch the EcoFlow Live Stream for Their Newest Smart Devices, the Blade, Glacier, and Wave 2

During CES, Judie was able to visit with EcoFlow to see some early versions of their new battery-powered smart devices. The EcoFlow Blade is a lawn sweeping mower, the EcoFlow Glacier is a portable refrigerator with an ice maker, and the EcoFlow Wave 2 is the next version of their popular portable AC and heater. These latest products are finally ready for sale, and they’ll be revealed in-depth during the EcoFlow live stream on April 26th.

Reviews, Outdoors April 17, 2023

ReyLight X Vosteed Rook Flashlight Review: A 3.2″ EDC LED Flashlight That’s Built Like a Tank!

Flashlight technology keeps getting brighter, and the lights are more affordable. I love carrying pocket-sized lights that are easy to conceal and have plenty of lumens. Carry lights must be rugged; added features are icing on the cake. I recently got to test out the ReyLight X Vosteed Rook Flashlight; this thing is a beast!

Reviews, Outdoors April 10, 2023

BN3TH Agua Volley 2N1 Swim Short Review: You’ll Want It to Be Your New Summer Uniform

Since first reviewing BN3TH’s boxer briefs, I have been a fan of the company. I like their designs, their comfort, and their unique features.; in fact, their boxers and long johns are the only ones I wear these days. The company has released its new BN3TH Agua Volley 2N1 Swim Short; it’s a unique swimsuit, and with it, I’m ready for summer!

Reviews April 7, 2023

Vosteed Raccoon Button Lock Knife Review: A 4.36″ EDC Knife That’s Functional and Durable

When someone asks me if I have my pocket knife, I always answer, “If I have pants on, I have my knife.” A good pocket knife is my most used tool, and I always have one on me. I recently looked at the Vosteed Raccoon button lock knife to see if it is worth carrying every day, and I was pleased with my findings.

A mana and a woman wearing LIVSN Ecotrek Trail Shorts

Reviews March 24, 2023

LIVSN Ecotrek Trail Shorts Review: Comfort and Durability That Looks Great, Too!

LIVSN might not yet be a household name in performance clothing, but it should be. Their Flex Canvas Pants are among the most comfortable I own, and their Flex Canvas Shorts have the same great features but in a version better suited to summer. Their Ecotrek Trail Pants offered a lighter weight option, and now the Ecotrek Trail Shorts are ready for summer.

Reviews March 23, 2023

Sylvox 43″ Outdoor TV & Mount Review: Get Your Deck Ready for Summer Living!

Living in a warm climate means we spend a lot of time outside, especially during summer evenings for the pretty Texas sunsets. The only thing better than sitting outside is watching a movie or baseball game on TV outside, and with the Sylvox 43″ Outdoor TV and TV Mount, you can.

Reviews, Health and Fitness March 15, 2023

BlenderCap by Cruz Review: Don’t Leave Home Without It If You Enjoy Smoothies on the Go!

We’ve reviewed portable blenders before, but the BlenderCap by Cruz is something else. Designed by two former Apple Engineers, BlenderCap is one of the most functional and best-designed solutions we’ve yet seen for making smoothies, shakes, frozen drinks, or flavored ices while traveling or on the go. All you need to create your favorite concoctions are the ingredients, some ice, a wide-mouth bottle, and the BlenderCap by Cruz will do the rest.

Reviews March 13, 2023

Litheli B600 Portable Power Station with100W Solar Panel Review: An Expandable Power Option with Removable Battery Packs

Litheli has launched a new idea that takes the power station to the next level; the Litheli B600 Portable Power Station is a small portable battery power station that includes the new U Battery, which provides small portable power and expands into a new line of tools. The optional 100W portable solar panel will help the power station stay charged so everything can stay powered for long periods.

Gear Bits, Outdoors February 10, 2023

The Litheli B600 Portable Power Station Has a Special Trick That Sets It Apart

Portable power station technology has come a long way, making them more dependable and powerful. Litheli is releasing the B600 Portable Power Station, which offers two additional detachable, modular batteries to power other Litheli tools and devices. This is a new turn in the product space of portable power hubs and provides users with a grab-and-go experience.

Events, News & Features, Outdoors January 13, 2023

Dreaming of Summer? Aiper’s Latest Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaners Are, Too!

The Aiper Seagull 1500 cordless robot I reviewed last summer has done a fantastic job helping me keep my pool clean. At CES last week, Aiper announced its new flagship Seagull line, with models including the Seagull Pro, the Seagull Plus, and the Seagull SE; Aiper has also introduced a limited edition Elite Pro. If keeping your swimming pool clean has become a tedious daily chore, Aiper can help you spend less time cleaning your pool so you can spend more time enjoying it.

Outdoors, Reviews January 11, 2023

EcoFlow Power Kit Review: An Off-Grid Game Changer for RVs, Tiny Homes, and Camper Trailers

We’ve reviewed several EcoFlow products in the past year, and they’ve all met or surpassed expectations. I was recently sent one of the EcoFlow Power Kits to see if it could run my RV camper off the grid. This post will be a walk-through of the product and how it works, and I’ll have another post soon covering my particular installation. Let’s take a look!

Gear Bits, Events January 5, 2023

EcoFlow Adds the Glacier, Blade and Wave 2 to Its Ecosystem

We’ve reviewed several of EcoFlow‘s products, and all have exceeded expectations. However, the company makes more than portable power solutions, and they’ve just announced three exciting new products today at CES! On top of the Whole Home Backup Power Solution announced today, EcoFlow is also adding the Glacier, Blade, and Wave 2 to their lineup.

Crowdfunding, Gear Bits December 21, 2022

Highly Customizable and Powerful Rook EDC Flashlight Now on Kickstarter

Vosteed has joined forces with ReyLight to produce the Rook, a triple LED high-output compact EDC flashlight project on Kickstarter. The Rook has six brightness levels and 3 specialty modes and is excellent for various scenarios. It can be adjusted from moonlight mode of .5lm to turbo mode of 1800lm; in other words, there is a brightness level for any situation.

Reviews December 21, 2022

BODEGA R50 Cooler Review: A 12-Volt, 45-Liter Smart Refrigerator and Freezer That’s Perfect for Long Trips, Camping, and RV Use

Whether on a long road trip or camping for a long weekend, keeping food fresh is imperative to help save money and make the journey enjoyable. The BODEGA R50 Cooler is a 45-liter refrigerator-freezer option packed with features that make it an excellent addition to an RV or vehicle. The R50 runs off of 12v/24v power, so it should be easy to use on the go.

Reviews December 15, 2022

ThermoPro TempSpike Wireless Probe Review: App-Based Temperature Management Done Right

Many people ask me how long it should take for certain items to cook or smoke, and my response is always not to worry about the time but to cook by the meat temperature. The ThermoPro TempSpike promises to help manage cooking temps with the wireless probe and companion app. That means no more time spent opening and closing the lid and checking temps.

Reviews November 30, 2022

BougeRV Yuma 200W CIGS Flexible Solar Panel Review: This Power Solution Is a Game Changer

In the last six months, I’ve covered and studied a lot of alternative energy products. BougeRV recently invited me to look at their Yuma 200W CIGS Flexible Solar Panel. This is my first time using a truly flexible thin film solar panel, and I have to say it exceeded my expectations. Is it something that would work for your setup? Read on to find out.

Outdoors, Reviews November 27, 2022

Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill Review: A Compact Cooker That Can Do It All, with Smoke!

If home is an apartment where the use of open-flame grills is banned on patios and balconies, you can still enjoy cooking outside with the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill. Billed as a portable and compact electric cooker, the Ninja Woodfire’s primary function is grilling; however, it’s also a wood-infused BBQ smoker, air fryer, and outdoor convection oven that can bake, roast, broil, and even dehydrate. If the Ninja Woodfire actually delivers an enjoyable outdoor cooking experience anywhere with electrical power, then I can think of quite a few other uses for it, too. Let’s take a look.

Deals, News & Features November 23, 2022

BN3TH Black Friday Sale Offers Big Savings on Base Layers

About two years ago, I became a fan of BN3TH’s underwear and base layers. Between their quality materials, their “MyPakage” comfort pouch, and their fun designs, the company offers a wide range of boxers and base layers. BN3TH products can be on the pricier side, but I’m convinced they are worth the cost because they are well made with quality materials, long-wearing, and so comfortable. During the BN3TH Black Friday Sale, you can save big when shopping.

Reviews October 31, 2022

AAOBOSI Electric Meat Grinder Review: A Heavy-Duty Meat Mincer Perfect for Making Homemade Sausage

Harvesting and preparing our food is an integral part of my family’s life; a successful deer season helps provide us with food that lasts the entire year. Our favorite way to process the meat we hunt is to make sausage. I recently needed to clean out the last of our venison, which presented the perfect opportunity for testing the AAOBOSI Electric Meat Grinder.

Gear Bits, Outdoors October 25, 2022

The EcoFlow River 2 Series Introduces Three Budget-Friendly EcoFlow Energy Solutions

We have reviewed many EcoFlow products here on Gear Diary and have had excellent results with all of them. EcoFlow products are high-level power solutions that, while all great devices, can be priced out of many budgets. Enter the EcoFlow River 2 Series, a trio of cost-effective, reliable power offerings that feature advanced LFP batteries.

Reviews, Crowdfunding, Outdoors October 24, 2022

Maxfind G5 Pro Review: A Fast and Incredibly Powerful Dual-Motor Urban Scooter

We’ve reviewed several electric standing scooters over the past few years; most have been quite decent, but all of them are mere playthings when compared to the upcoming Maxfind G5 Pro dual-motor scooter. The G5 Pro is big and powerful; it is an electric scooter for people who need to go far and fast, and it is definitely no toy!