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by Morgan Lyle · Posted
The Vanguard brand is well known to photographers and outdoor recreationists for its camera bags, tripods, binoculars, spotting scopes, and riflescopes. Now, the company has launched its Pioneer line of packs and bags, designed specifically for hunters. The Pioneer backpack, sling pack, shoulder bag, and waist pack are made of soft, quiet, water-repellent high-count tricot fabric in Realtree Xtra camo, and come equipped with bright orange rain covers to keep you and your gear dry in wet weather, and can be used to signal Search and
by Morgan Lyle · Posted
CatEye considers itself the world’s leading manufacturer of bicycle computers and lights. The Osaka, Japan-based company has been making bike gear since the 1950s, producing the first flashing bike light in 1964 and the first LED headlight 2001. Today, cyclists around the world use CatEye devices to know how fast they’re going and how far they’ve gone, to see the road (or trail) ahead, and to make sure they’re seen by motorists, pedestrians, and their fellow riders.
CatEye bike computers are small and slim, but their screens are designed to be
by Bjorn Petersen · Posted
Designed with cyclists in mind, the handlebar-mounted Garmin Edge Explore 820 Bike GPS features a 2.3" color touchscreen to display turn-by-turn navigation, send emergency alerts in case of an accident, and to keep track of fellow riders’ whereabouts. The Explore 820 Bike GPS adds to this feature set with performance data
by Morgan Lyle · Posted
The woods are lovely, dark and deep, as the poet once wrote—so dark it can be really hard to stay on the trail as dusk approaches, or find your way around a campsite without tripping over guy lines, or change a tire on a country road in the dead of night.
We like the dark woods (and the starry skies above them), but there are times when you need to see what you’re doing. To that end, Black Diamond Equipment, of Salt Lake City, has updated its line of headlamps and
by Morgan Lyle · Posted
When you think about it, wireless connectivity is the logical next step in the world of trail cameras. Remote operation of home security and other systems has become commonplace, and it was inevitable that the same advantages would be applied to technology for monitoring game habitat.
Covert Scouting Cameras, of Lewisburg, Kentucky, aims to be a leader in wireless trail cams. The company has several models with connectivity and a web portal and mobile app that allow you to control the
by Christopher Witt · Posted
When I was in high school, going to the beach was easy. My friends and I would grab a towel and a Frisbee, jump on our bikes and ride a mile to Theodore Roosevelt Park, in Oyster Bay. In college, we’d pile into someone’s car and drive to Jones Beach or Robert Moses State Park. Since we’re older and we’re all married, and many of us have kids, going to the beach is decidedly more complicated. Now that the Fourth of July has passed and we’re in full-on Summer Fun-time mode, we here at B&H thought we’d help all of you out with some beach gear
by Ryan Zanoni · Posted
Summer is here, so get ready for a photo/video adventure on the beach or in the water, with B&H’s broad array of waterproof camera/smartphone bags, housings, and accessories. Whether you want to catch some rays, ride the waves, explore beneath the surface, or enjoy a scenic boat ride, these enclosures keep your camera or mobile device protected from the water while you’re having fun. Accessories such as color-correction filters and add-on conversion lenses help you enhance your images with ease. If you’re planning an expensive vacation,
by Todd Vorenkamp · Posted
Riding your bike to work is good for the environment, reduces congestion on the roads, decreases crowding on public transportation (yes, that is an issue in New York City), and is a great way to exercise. But because of the time that cyclists spend breathing heavily in close proximity to motor-vehicle exhaust, is commuting by bike in New York City as healthy as we would like it to be? A team of researchers from Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health & Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory is trying to figure that out. And, to
by Christopher Witt · Posted
With the days getting longer and the sun shining brighter, families tend to spend more time soaking up rays, exploring roads less travelled, taking in outdoor concerts or games, or sightseeing. As an Optics writer for B&H, I’m frequently asked for binocular recommendations from friends and family - and random people at restaurants once or twice - so I’m here to share some of my favorite binos and what they’re good for. I’m not going to go into excruciating detail about terminology here, so if you start to get a little confused about some
by Morgan Lyle · Posted
Whether we think of them as essential tools or just cool gizmos, the gear we use makes our outdoor activities safer and more fun. Technological advances have brought us equipment that past generations could hardly imagine—and it gets smaller, cleverer, and more effective all the time. Here’s a look at some gadgets and gear that will enhance your outdoor adventures.
Personal solar power has come into its own, and you can now use your very own photovoltaic cells to recharge your devices, as long as the weather cooperates. The
by Joshua Kleiner · Posted
Before you know it, the winter freeze will thaw; snow birds will return from their warm retreat; bees will bumble; and flowers will flourish. Campers, fishermen, trail runners, hikers, and the like will emerge from hibernation to resume their outdoorsy activities. Elsewhere, the winter is just setting in, which means that skiers, mountaineers, ice fishermen, and hunters are gearing up for their outdoor recreation. Before hitting the dirt (or the frozen lake), this is an opportune time to add some essential gear to your travel bag or daypack.
by Morgan Lyle · Posted
How to hike: Extend a foot (either one.) Now put the other foot in front of the first. Repeat. As outdoor activities go, hiking couldn’t be much simpler, yet millions of people find it profoundly rewarding. Whether it’s an hour-long ramble in the nearest state park or a five-month trek over all 2,650 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail, walking through a natural setting seems to have universal appeal.
There are many great reasons to lace up your hiking shoes and join the more than 34 million people who hike each year. It’s very good exercise. It
by Yael Kasnett · Posted
Foscam’s new security cameras all feature wireless connectivity, allowing you to view live video of the area you are monitoring from anywhere there is an Internet connection. Furthermore, the cameras all feature two-way audio so that you can listen and respond to your child, pet, or elderly relative while you are away. For additional convenience, the C1 and
by Joseph Albanese · Posted
Garmin recently added to the capabilities of their Edge cycling computer and Varia Rearview Radar with the creation of the Varia Vision In-sight Display. This heads-up miniature screen provides you with all of the information you need without forcing you to take your eyes off of the road. Heart rate, power, and speed are right in your line of sight: no need to look down to stay in line with your training goals. Vibrating
by Christopher Witt · Posted
Unless you’re exceptionally light sensitive, you probably regard sunglasses as an accessory to your outfit or a convenience that you can live without if you forget them when you leave the house. The truth is that sunglasses are an important piece of protective gear that every person should wear. Recent studies have shown that incidents of cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and a slew of other eye conditions are on the rise and the average age of