Whether you’re travelling full-time on the road or are an occasional RV adventurer or camper, it’s worth keeping an eye out on some of the newest offerings to help make everyday life that little bit more comfortable.
Swap low-quality, easy throwaway products for hardwearing outdoor picnicware designed to last a lifetime. The Slow Life collection is a premium New Zealand range of leisure gear made to entice more sunset sessions and weekend wanderings. Featuring waterproofed cotton, leather, and metal, the range is inspired by simple outdoor living and no detail has been left unconsidered.
Talk a walk alongside nature with the Allbirds Tree Dasher 2 everyday active shoe. Ideal for hikes and all-day comfort, the no-slip heel features a collar to help lock your ankle into place, as well as a breathable upper for extreme comfort, and grippy outsole traction for wherever you choose to explore. The knitted upper is a unique one-piece made with FSC Certified eucalyptus trees while the midsole is made with the world’s first carbon-negative green EVA.
Wherever you’re exploring and regardless of your experience level, a GMR personal locator beacon should be at the top of your safety equipment list. The MT610G GPS Beacon might be super small and compact, but its impact is mighty. Featuring a massive seven-year battery life, a high-intensity LED, a ‘non hazmat’ battery pack, and an integrated 72 channel GPS receiver with zero warm-up time, why not invest in peace of mind for yourself and those around you?
Originally developed for use at Scott Base, these high-performance Norsewear work boot socks are built for extreme conditions. Big on comfort and rugged durability, the yarn blend and sock construction deliver exceptional insulation and cushioned foot protection, whether you’re adventuring in Antarctica or the backcountry of New Zealand. The socks are also ideal for long days hiking, with merino wool providing insulation and breathability. Merino also resists odour and delivers great moisture management, helping keep feet drier, more comfortable, and less prone to blisters.
Recovery footwear designed to help reduce stress on feet and joints, the OOFOS OOriginal Jandal is where the journey began. Boasting a patented footbed design and trademark OOfoam technology, these jandals have been widely touted as fatigue-fighting and shock-absorbing for feet of all ages. Perfect for RV travel, both indoors and out.
Protect your eyes year-round wherever you choose to venture. These lightweight frames deliver all-day comfort, thanks to an adjustable nosepiece. This popular BZ Optics PHO model boasts lenses with 100% protection from UVA & UVB rays and are UV400. Fitted with photochromic lenses that start at a category 1 (perfect for cloudy days) and tinting up to category 3 in full sun, they adapt as you go. Available in six colours, lenses are available with or without bi-focal readers, so you can read your map, phone, and café menu while taking care of your eye health.
If you’ve ever tried to rub sandy sunscreen on your face or squeeze insect repellent out of an overheated tube, you’ll appreciate this award-winning Solmate roll-on refillable applicator. Compact and sustainably designed, it features a handy mess-free roller ball and can carry 50ml of sunscreen (or moisturiser, etc). Made with certified Ocean Bound Plastic, it’s easy to use and means you can set off on short (or long) adventures equipped with skin protection without having to lug a giant-sized bottle around.
Stay prepared for unpredictable weather with this stylish but high-performing Caps Ridge waterproof jacket from Timberland. Boasting DryVentTM waterproof, breathable technology as well as windproof benefits, ergonomic sleeves, underarm vents, a chin guard, and an adjustable hood, it’s designed to help take on the harshest outdoor conditions. Plus, it rolls up into a lightweight compact package to accompany you, wherever you decide to wander.
