Gallery: 12 Pieces of Outdoor Gear That'll Supercharge Your Next Adventure
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[Budnitz No.1 Scorcher Titanium](http://budnitzbicycles.com/bicycles/view/scorcher) $6,440 | The disc brakes and maintenance-free carbon belt drive on this city bike make it great for commuting, but Budnitz’s murdered-out Scorcher isn’t ready to hang it up at quittin’ time. The burly titanium frame and knobby Schwalbe tires are just as capable at shredding singletrack as they are cruising the bike lane. Plus, with that matte-black paint job and inverted handlebars, it just looks *mean*.
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[Spalding ABA Basketball](http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=41557156) $126 | You can’t go as hard in the paint as you used to. But with a piece of hoops history, you can still school opponents on the court. Turn back the shot clock to the early ’70s and the glory days of the American Basketball Association with the league’s iconic red-white-and-blue ball.
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[On Cloudracer Shoe](https://www.on-running.com/en-us/products/cloudracer) $130 | The cloud: A welcoming place for your data—and your feet. The treads on these runners are made of puffy, spring-like nubs that provide a soft landing and a propulsive forward step. Combine the inventive look with a lightweight and trend-bucking svelte build, and this shoe is unbeatable.
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[Fitbit Surge Fitness Super Watch](http://www.fitbit.com/surge) $250 | This water-resistant sports wearable logs your physical activity (heart rate, distance, steps, sleep) and uses GPS to track your jogging routes. While you’re putting in the miles, it shows phone notifications and controls your music. It’s on the large side, but with a solid week of battery life, you’ll run out of energy before it does.
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[Garmin Fēnix 3](http://fenix3.garmin.com/en-US) $500 and up | Serious, stylish athletes may have finally found their match. This activity-tracking watch connects to your various sensors and devices via ANT+, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi. And since Garmin made its bones in GPS tech, the Fēnix 3 can track your runs, rides, and swims (yep, it’s water*proof*).
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[Withings Activité](http://www2.withings.com/us/en/products/activite) $450 | Who says a fitness tracker needs to look like a chunky future-bracelet? Or that a fancy watch should only tell time? The Withings Activité manages to hide a robust array of sensors inside a water-resistant timepiece that feels as natural on your wrist as a pair of 18-karat cuff links.
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[Microsoft Band](http://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-band/en-us) $250 | Redmond’s updated bracelet goes way beyond step counting. When you wear a Band, it can track your heart rate, sleep, and all different sorts of exercise. It’ll even guide you through sets and reps, counting them with you. When you’re finished, ask Cortana how to get to the juice bar.
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[Oru Coast Kayak](http://www.orukayak.com/oru-coast-kayak) $1,975 | A kayaking trip can entail some serious logistics, but this 16-foot vessel makes them easy. It folds into a lightweight box you can check at the airport or store in your closet. When you reach the river, five minutes of reverse origami will have you on the water.
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[Arc’teryx Bora^2^ Mid Gtx Hiking Boot](http://www.arcteryx.com/product.aspx?language=EN&model=Bora2-Mid-GTX-Hiking-Boot) $350 | Wear these boots in the mud, on the mountain, or in the snow—just swap in the appropriate liners. The outside can stand up to any terrain and weather, while the liners mold comfortably to your feet.
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[Lost Puddle Jumper Ecoboard](http://www.lostsurfboards.net/boards/the-puddle-jumper/) | Surfers love the ocean, but the foams and resins in their boards are toxic. Thanks to new industry standards outlined by Sustainable Surf's [Ecoboard Project](http://www.sustainablesurf.org/ecoboard/), you can order boards from top shapers made with environmentally friendly materials. Try a bamboo deck, [recycled foam](http://markofoamblanks.net/), or [bioresin](https://entropyresins.com/why-use-super-sap/). This one, custom-made for Third Eye Blind’s Stephan Jenkins, was shaped by [Lost](http://www.lostsurfboards.net/) and glassed by [Earth Technologies](http://www.etechsurf.com/#home-surfboards).
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[Biolite Nanogrid](http://www.biolitestove.com/products/biolite-nanogrid) $100 | This combination lantern and battery pack has a USB output and two detachable lights in addition to the main lamp (shown). Use it to illuminate your food prep site, your stove, and your tent—all while juicing up your iPhone.
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[Patagonia Nano-Air Vest](http://www.patagonia.com/us/product/mens-nano-air-vest?p=84270-0) $199 | Vests are for adventurers—just ask Han Solo and Marty McFly. This cozy, rip-resistant version will keep you toasty and protected. It’s warm and breathable, making it the perfect companion for early morning trail runs, lakeside yoga, or a quick trip to Tatooine.
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