Technical Equipment Outdoor Adventures

 

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Ready to kick up your gear to the next level? Here’s a camera that will capture your adventure, a heart rate monitor that will track it, and headphones that will keep you jamming!

1. Sony HD Action Cam with Wi-Fi  ($249.99)

Sony HD Action Cam with Wi-Fi

Sony HD Action Cam with Wi-Fi

Sony HD Action Cam with Wi-Fi

Sony HD Action Cam with Wi-Fi

Made for the adventure photographer, this action cam is designed to capture those breathtaking moments. Whether on the slopes, underwater or on rugged trails, you are sure to come home with exceptionally smooth HD video thanks to the steady shot image stabilization.  Then combine the built in stereo microphone and ultra-wide angle Carl Zeiss Lens  (170° viewing angle) and you have yourself an unbeatable camera! And nearly no areas are off limitless for shooting- including water, mud, snow and rain with the included Action Cam Waterproof Case. And once you get your adrenaline fix you can show off your footage within seconds with WI-Fi enabled phones using the PlayMemories Mobile app.

2. Polar RCX3 GPS ($339.95)

Polar RCX3 GPS

Polar RCX3 GPS

Made with the multi-sport athlete in mind, this heart rate monitor allows you to input what kind of workout you are gearing up for so you have even more accurate readings. Whether you are running, cycling or snowshoeing, you can customize the settings through the 4 sport profiles. (Running, Cycling 1, Cycling 2, and Other Sport). During your workout, you will also receive feedback about which zones you should be training in- whether you need to push harder or take it down a notch. This allows you to train more effectively and also avoid overtraining.  This heart rate monitor also keeps tracks of, pace, average pace, time, zone, calories and distance. Post-workout you can track your route, sped and distance with the GPS sensor. Keep track and analyze your workouts to Polar’s online site polarpersonaltrainer.com 

 

3.  DJ Slims – Wireless Bluetooth Headphones ($69.95)

 DJ Slims – Wireless Bluetooth Headphones

DJ Slims – Wireless Bluetooth Headphones

If you are out on the trails the last thing you want to mess with is tangled wires, which is why Outdoor Tech DJ Slims are worth the buy. Experts at Outdoor Technology are hitting all the right notes- these are blue tooth enabled, wireless, lightweight, comfortable and durable. The built in control panels allow you to easily scan music, answer calls and control volume. The 30-foot range and 8-hour battery (listening) will make sure you are jamming to hi-fi sound in the backcountry.