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Romotow by W2 Architecture

Say goodbye to bulky caravans and say hello to the Romotow, the mobile home of the future. With a push of a button, it transforms from a simple trailer to a party site.

At first glance, the Romotow may look like your usual caravan. However, the ingenuity of New Zealand-based architectural and interior design firm W2 gave birth to an innovative concept that puts space and relaxation at the forefront.

The design of the trailer alone is a great departure from the boxy structures of typical trailers.  The interior offers more space, with partitions that distinguish between the sleeping area, kitchenette, and living space.

The main attraction of the Romotow is its functionality. Precise technical engineering transforms the living area into a hosting deck that can accommodate several people. An automated swivel extends a sheltered exterior, expanding the living space with 70 percent more floor area.

Meanwhile, a slide-out panel covers one side of the extended living area and hidden struts slide out from underneath to support the caravan firmly on the ground.

The Romotow is currently under construction in Christchurch, New Zealand. Let’s hope that we don’t have to wait too long for this cool camper to hit the retail market.

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Kershaw Natrix Carbon Fiber Knife

The Kershaw Natrix Carbon Fiber knife is an upgrade to the classic Natrix flipper and based on award-winning Zero Tolerance 0777. It boasts a stylish gray titanium carbon-nitride coated 8Cr13MoV blade.

This skinner boasts blue-gray G10 handles with classy carbon fiber inlay that makes the knife lightweight yet tough and strong. Its built-in flipper and Kershaw’s KVT ball-bearing opening allows you to open the tool even with just one hand. When not in use, its Sub-Frame lock keeps the blade secure and also helps keep the knife lightweight.

This pocket knife features a drop point blade for strength and durability. It is a hunter’s choice when they want to skin their catch. A lowered tip means it is unlikely to nick the inner organs.

A lowered point also means less chance of the blade to snap or break. It gives you maximum control of the blade and provides ease and comfort on the grip. With a drop point blade, you can be sure of work precision every time.

The Kershaw Natrix Carbon Fiber knife comes with a custom-designed deep carry pocket clip so you can easily hide it. The clip also provides quick access to your blade whenever you need it.

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Imperial Motion Nano Cure Tent

You never have to worry about scratches or punctures on your tent when setting up camp on uneven grounds or under terrible conditions with the Imperial Motion Nano Cure Tent. This makeshift shelter is highly advanced than any of its kind and built for all terrain and weather.

This tent from the Washington-based lifestyle brand lives up to its name. It has the ability to reseal holes or repair on its own with just a rub of a finger. Its Nano Cure technology—a combination of NCT, a lightweight and water-resistant nylon ripstop, and special double-sided coating–makes the self-healing possible.

The reinforced fibers of the ripstop create further support around the hole, which helps with the restoration. All it needs is the heat of your fingers to fix small punctures or lacerations.

The Imperial Motion Nano Cure Tent takes three minutes to set up and is easy to take down and pack into its designated bag. It also has a large capacity and can accommodate four people. It is water-proof, has a canopy, a mesh ventilation, rain fly, and a tarpaulin bottom to keep the interior dry.

This innovative tent sells for $200 and comes in four colors: soft blue, asphalt, olive, and rust.

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Coolbox Entertainment Cooler

The CoolBox Entertainment Cooler is your all-in-one party gear, whether you are at the beach, at a barbecue, out fishing, or simply hanging out with friends. This heavy-duty and water-resistant multipurpose ice chest is all you need to keep the fun going.

This bin not only keeps your food and drinks cold but also keeps you entertained. It’s Bluetooth-ready and has built-in marine-grade speakers for you to play music. It also has an LED clock display, two USB ports, and an auxiliary port. It runs on a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and provides up to 4 hours of audio playback.

Meanwhile, the lid of the CoolBox Entertainment Cooler comes with a smartphone or tablet holder that keeps your gadget in place. It also has a water-resistant smartphone compartment to store other items even including keys.

This unique ice chest has a large storing capacity. It can store more than ten 12-ounce cans in a 2 to 1 ice-to-can ratio. It even comes with a built-in bottle opener and transports easily with its adjustable telescoping handle and industrial-grade rubber wheels. This product is also equipped with three heavy duty handles.

The CoolBox Entertainment Cooler offers two years of limited warranty and comes in three colors—white, blue, and green.

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Patriot Campers LC200 Supertourer

Camping might seem like a leisurely getaway for the majority of folk, but we know otherwise. The journey to your campsite might be full of hazards that can pose a challenge even for the best campers. That’s why we must prepare and get ready to face these head on and show Mother Nature who’s boss. Another viable and convenient option would be to take the Patriot Campers LC200 Supertourer and blow through whatever is in your way.

This menacing machine is born to handle the rough terrain of the great outdoors. Its robust marine-aluminum body sports a dashing black paint with a matte finish. Honestly, it looks like something straight out of a movie that’s willing to plow through a crowd of zombies. Armed with ROH wheels fitted with Mickey Thompson tires, you can be sure that grip won’t be a problem no matter the surface.

We weren’t kidding when we said this path-finding monster has everything. A set of TJM Torq winches are available up front and on the rear. Multiple toolbox compartments dot each flank and its built-in undertray 67-liter water tank comes with an electric pump. The rear canopy can even be customized according to your requirements. To round it off, it flaunts a top-of-the-line navigation package that includes a Hema HN7 GPS navigation system and a GME TX3550S 80-channel UHF CB radio.

Patriot Campers LC200 Supertourer

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Dream/Dive Platform By Studio North

Building a structure normally uses up multiple resources. Nevertheless, there are some companies that provide eco-conscious solutions that have minimum impact on our environment. Sustainability is the name of the game and one design studio practically lives by the concept. Optimizing what was readily available, the company constructs a picture-perfect combination of a small shelter and diving platform. The Dream/Dive Platform is located in a secluded but picturesque area within Bob’s Lake, Ontario.

Founded by Matthew Kennedy and Mark Erickson, Studio North is a Canadian workshop that maintains a unique philosophy. Each of their projects must bring out the beauty of the locale and the end product as well. That’s why the Dream/Dive Platform is a perfect example that showcases what the studio is capable of.

It uses a mix of wood recovered from a deck and a few 2×4 planks from a local shop. They wrapped the frame of the shelter with a mosquito net to take advantage of the sunlight and breeze—ideal for a nap or deep slumber. A wax canvas is on hand to quickly cover up the shed in order to block out rain and hot summer rays. If you want to take a dip, the lake is just a few steps and a dive away.

Furthermore, the rest of the materials used were salvaged from several sources such as a rowboat oar, rocks from the lake shore, and nylon rope from a sailboat. Now if only more builders adopt the same mindset as Studio North and create something like the Dream/Dive Platform.

Dream/Dive Platform

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Element5 SkyFloat Hammock Chair

The Element5 SkyFloat is no ordinary hammock chair. It is foldable and packs light, weighing just two pounds, and comes with a stuff sack for convenience in travel.

It is made of high-quality material that has a carrying capacity of 400 pounds and can withstand any adventure in the outdoors. You can prop it up on a boat or hang it from a tree. You can also use it as a lounge chair at home or in the office.

This hammock chair sets up in seconds so you have instant access to rest and relaxation anytime and anywhere. The unique shape of its seat shell is designed to support overall body posture. It is made of breathable nylon fabric that stretches to adapt to your position, whether you are lying down or sitting. Likewise, it provides comfortable head and back support without fatigue.

Moreover, this product uses a cloth that is fast-drying and does not seep in moisture. This helps the hammock remain warm on your skin even when you are sweating.

The Element5 SkyFloat comes as a kit upon order and takes about five minutes to assemble its anodized aluminum parts. After the assembly, the components are permanently joined, so you don’t have to worry about lost parts or time-consuming setups.

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Tentsile Universe Tent

Finding a perfect sleeping spot when camping isn’t a problem when it comes to the Tentsile Universe Tent, a multifunctional outdoor shelter from U.K.-based outdoor innovators Tentsile. Whether on the ground, above water, or hanging from a tree, all three are possible.

It functions as your usual ground tent that you can set up on any terrain. If you’re the adventurous kind who doesn’t fear heights, then you can use it as a suspended aerial tree tent. You can even use it for recreational purposes such as a swing.

The Tentsile Universe Tent also doubles as a raft, which you can easily maneuver around on water with the use of a paddle. You can go fishing or take a nap while it floats steadily—just make sure that you have the insulated floor inflated to at least 15 psi before you set sail.

This makeshift shelter includes removable tent poles to support a bug mesh and a detachable rainfly. It offers 100 square feet of floor space and can accommodate up to five adults.  It also has more than five feet of interior headspace, so you do not have to worry about hitting your head when you stand.

The Tentsile Universe Tent retails for $1,999 and if you purchase one you are already helping the environment. Tentsile plants 18 trees for every tent sold.

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SHIFTPOD 2 by Advanced Shelter Systems

The SHIFTPOD 2 from Advanced Shelter Systems is your ultimate festival tent. It is the best makeshift shelter to bring to Coachella or at the Burning Man since it can accommodate several people.

It can fit six people and up to six feet tall. Amazingly, a queen size bed can even fit inside. This tent can also be expanded using tunnels to connect other pods.

Despite the number of inhabitants, this tent remains cool inside because it keeps light out and reflects heat. It uses seven layers of composite “Dark-Out” fabric that features synthetic down thermal insulation. The fabric keeps the heat out with its reflective UV layers, keeping the temperature inside cooler and darker. It also blocks more light so you can get a good shut-eye even under the blazing heat.

Meanwhile, inside ventilation is secured by a couple of built-in doors and vents with screens and six windows. The doors and windows are also equipped with bug screens.

The SHIFTPOD 2 is portable enough to be transported in a small car or placed on the rack. Included in the tent are six heavy 12” stainless steel pins for tie-down. Setup takes less than a minute.  The item sells for $1,299.

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Biolite Campstove 2

The BioLite CampStove 2 is a camper’s dream gadget. It packs light at 2.06 pounds and is a portable multitasking device. It not only grills food but also boils water and charges your phone.

Built on the success of the original, this nifty cooking device is now more efficient thanks to its upgraded features. It has 50 percent more power, which means more usable electricity. This equates to up to 3 watts of continuous power generated by the fire’s heat.

It has an LED dashboard that helps you keep track of fan speed settings, fire strength, and power output. It also has an integrated 2,600mAh battery that allows you to charge your electric devices with or without having to light up a fire.

The BioLite CampStove 2 works on any renewable biomass including twigs and sticks, or any wood for that matter. This gives you peace of mind when camping. You do not have to worry about packing along fuel or running out of it when you are enjoying the great outdoors.

Aside from its new features, the updated version maintains some features from the original. These include the smokeless technology and its compatibility with BioLite’s Portable Grill and Kettle Pot.

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Go Chair

The GO CHAIR is your perfect choice when it comes to portable chairs that you can bring anywhere, whether to the campsite, an outdoor concert, backyard barbecue, or at the beach. This seating solution is lightweight at only 3 pounds and collapses to roughly the size of a water bottle.  A single beach bag can accommodate six chairs.

It is your go-to option for when you want to sit comfortably anywhere without having to worry about bringing a bulky chair or having the seat break down under your weight.  The GO CHAIR may be small but it can carry three times its weight. It can support a whopping 300 pounds, thanks to its high quality, premium-grade material. The product is made from weatherproof ballistic nylon and aircraft-grade aluminum. It is also stable enough to place on any terrain, be it on sand or mud. It stands tall on its solid rubber feet tips at 10 inches off the ground.

Another convenience is the setup, which is as simple as pop and prop. It is a one-hand, single button pop-up setup and takes only 5 seconds, giving you plenty of time to enjoy with family and friends. The GO Chair is made in the USA and available for purchase at $129.

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Heimplanet X Uncrate The Cave Tent

Camping outdoors is fun as long as you have the right tools and shelter to provide you with a safe and comfortable stay. The Heimplanet x Uncrate The Cave tent promises to make your outdoor adventure relaxing.

This stealth version of the inflatable tent popularized by Heimplanet retains all the qualities needed for a durable and secure makeshift shelter. High-quality materials assure outstanding stability. It has sturdy double-layer air beams and diamond-like grid that fully supports the inner ripstop nylon and the polyester ripstop flysheet.

The Heimplanet x Uncrate The Cave tent is a great match for those who dare to venture the outdoors under extreme weather or in harsh conditions. The vestibule at the entrance ensures a dry tent inside. It can even withstand high winds thanks to its geodesic structure.

Likewise, its geodesic design promises an efficient setup so you can make the most of your trip. Your Heimplanet x Uncrate The Cave Tent will be ready in less than a minute. It only takes three easy steps: unroll, close the valves, and inflate with the included pump. The inner and outer tent work as a unit, so installation is only needed in the first setup. The second time you use the tent, you just need to pump it with air.

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