FROM CUTTING-EDGE CAMPERS TO PORTABLE POWERHOUSES, CHASE DOWN THE ETERNAL SUMMER SUN WITH OUR ADVENTURER’S HOT LIST
BY TIA KIM
OYSTER TEMPO COOLER
Touted as the world’s first performance cooler, this iceless design uses core insulation, thermal bridge, and total heat transfer to keep drinks frosty and refreshing – no frozen H2O required. As a result, there’s more room for your beverages; the compact carrier can store up to 36 cans. A glossy aluminum exterior is both robust and lightweight, and it features several quick release components for ease of carry. $500
COLORADO TEARDROPS BOULDER EV CAMPER TRAILER
The Boulder-based RV manufacturer recently dropped the first prototype of its EV-charging camper trailer, an innovative pull-behind sleeper that’s packed with a bank of batteries to recharge your electric vehicle as you navigate the wild. The sleek, 12-foot camper is fully insulated and equipped with a seating arrangement that effortlessly converts into a queen-sized bed and bunk to sleep two adults and two children. In addition to charging your EV, it can also provide backup power for your home, store solar energy, and save electricity. $67,000+
SWEAT TENT PORTABLE SAUNA
From the porch of your shore house to a campsite in the Catskills, bring the sauna experience on all your summertime expeditions with this pop-up tented version that sets up in three minutes flat. It’s crafted from insulated, weather-proof Oxford 210D fabric and weighs less than 60lbs, but don’t let its slim figure fool you; fed by only three fire logs, its stainless steel heater can raise the interior temps of the 6×6 tent to 200 degrees in less than 30 minutes. $1,099
SNOW PEAK STAINLESS STEEL CAN COOLER
Whether fishing, camping, or soaking in aerial views after a strenuous hike, few activities are greater than cracking open a cold beverage while enjoying the great outdoors. This nifty can cooler goes far beyond traditional foam koozies, keeping your beer, seltzer, or soda nice and frosty thanks to its vacuum-insulated design and stainless steel construction. Three inner tabs ensure your favorite beverage stays in place as you drink in the moment. $30
MAX LANTERN
This portable lantern packs series wow power; the 3-in-1 design features a trio of ambient light modes, an adjustable humidifier for arid climates (if Colorado is calling, put the Max at the top of your packing list), and a flame mode that combines lighting and mist to emulate the flicker of a real campfire. The retro-inspired design features a built-in 9600mAh battery for up to 18 hours of battery life, and its USB-C port can be used to charge other campsite devices. $56
ERNEST HEMINGWAY SIGNATURE T30 ROD AND REEL COMBO
The famed novelist once said, “Fishing is a discipline in the equality of men, for all men are equal before fish,” and perhaps his second-favorite liquid pastime is forever immortalized in this handsome collectible. Part of the Ernest Hemingway Inshore Collection, this signature piece combines a hang-finished 7-foot, 30-lb fiberglass-graphite fishing rod with a sturdy stainless steel reel, the latter featuring a meaty 40lbs of drag strength, double-shield stainless steel ball bearings, and a carbon fiber multi-disk drag system. Bring along the author’s preferred mojito to further authenticate the experience. $1,995
CVT MT. HOOD VEHICLE TENT
Trade a heavy camper for this 160-lb clamshell tent, designed to sturdily and seamlessly hover over the roof of your SUV or pickup as you slumber under the wide open sky. With enough space for two adults, the Mt. Hood features a robust aluminum outer shell that is water, dust, and UV resistant, plus a ripstop fabric body and mesh insect screens. It doubles as a roof rack and can stay mounted year-long, while multiple “T” channels allow for easy attachment of accessories like ladders, lights, and even a folding awning. $3,600