Cool Gadgets You Can Use Outdoors This Summer

If there’s one place that summer was made for, it’s the outdoors. The beating, boiling sun rays, the music, the atmosphere… it easily makes this season one of the most enjoyable of the year. It also means there are plenty of activities to partake in, and plenty of exciting gadgets to make use of.

It goes without saying that summer is the best, if not the only, time of year to use your outdoor gadgets properly. That is, if the weather holds up. When it does, you have to make the most of it! So put down that football and pick up a smartphone, because the following few gadgets will be on your shopping list soon.

A remote control drone

There’s nothing cooler to show off to your mates than your own remote control drone. Drones have boomed in popularity in recent years! That’s thanks to products that are both professional, but affordable.

And indeed, these drones are incredibly professional. The very latest ones come built in with a camera and a GPS, so you can track it from afar should you lose sight. Some drones can even carry a small amount of weight, so you can deliver packages to your friends for fun. Not too shabby indeed!

A caster board

Is it a skateboard? Is it a snowboard? Well, no, it’s not either. Imagine the two met in the middle. Walking is definitely so last century, and the rise of the hoverboard and segway has opened the doors for similar gadgets to come to the forefront.

That’s because the segway is illegal in many places around the world, and the hoverboards is impractical. A caster boardlike the Ripstik G retains the stable foundation of wheels and a solid base used by skateboards for decades. They’re more streamlined and colorful than their older cousins though, and most definitely do not look like they belong in the past.

A solar powered charger

We’ve all been out and about, and our battery on our phone has died. It’s frustrating, especially when you’re cordless and without a power port. But what if you didn’t need one? Enter the solar powered charger, and as the name implies, it’s easy to use everywhere.

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Many of these, like the Wengar solar charger, can be rolled up for easy storage. They also retain their charge too, so you can soak up power during the day and use it at night. Some even come built with a flashlight, making this an ideal camping gadget.

A weather-proof speaker

Summer and music go together better than Christmas and mulled wine, and a weather-proof speaker will make it easier for you to enjoy. The Fugoo speaker is one of the best, and it can resist water, sand and impact damage while delivering that sweet, sweet bass.

An Electric Skateboard

It’s self explanatory really, an electric skateboard is similar to that of a normal skateboard however with a motor inside. Normally, one would have to use their legs and feet to kick and push themselves along, but with an electric skateboard the rider controls the speed and braking with a hand-held remote control. Electric skateboards are actually easier to ride than a normal skateboard too. Types of electric skateboards vary, as you can get brands which purely create street restricted boards, whereas some brands also create all terrain boards. Prepare to travel faster than if you were pushing yourself along on a normal skateboard, as with the motor you could travel anywhere up to 42kph! Want to learn more about electric skateboards?

The outdoors is fun, but dangerous, and there are plenty of places to fall, trip and slip. Ensuring your gadgets are just as hardy as your body is essential, to avoid any damage. And with a weather-proof speaker, you ensure just that!

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Chad is the co-founder of Unfinished Man, a leading men's lifestyle site. He provides straightforward advice on fashion, tech, and relationships based on his own experiences and product tests. Chad's relaxed flair makes him the site's accessible expert for savvy young professionals seeking trustworthy recommendations on living well.

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