While trekking on hilly terrains in the winter is fun, mountains have their charm in the summer. There are happy lush greens, the sun is jolly, the skies are clear, you won’t face the stubborn snow to skid, and whatnot. Having said that, summer treks could be challenging due to heat. In this regard, here are tech essentials to carry on your summer hike. If your backpack has the below products, you’re sure to have an ace trek.
1. Kizen Solar Camping Lantern
Summer hikes could mean trekking in the wilderness at night to escape the heat. What better than a solar-powered lantern to accompany you on a night hike? This collapsible product by Kizen gives you 10 hours of bright LED lights upon full charge.
The lantern has three modes — low, SOS, and high. Hope you never have to use it, but the SOS mode can come in handy in emergencies. Interestingly, this device even has ports that allow you to charge your mobile. Once collapsed, the lantern becomes palm-sized and can fit in the smallest pockets of your bag. If you’re planning a night trek or camping in the mountains, take Kizen’s LED light without fail!
2. Blavor Solar Power Bank
Summer gadgets aren’t complete without a solar-powered power bank. The Blavor power bank runs on the Sun and converts it into electricity that can charge your smartphone and other gadgets. It also has several tricks up its sleeve that make it versatile.
Whenever you’re not outdoors, or there’s a socket available, you can charge the power bank via the same port. Did I forget to mention it already? Some extra perks you get with the Blavor power bank are a built-in flashlight and a tiny compass to help you find your way.
3. Comlife Mini Portable Waist Fan
Summer is certainly one of the best months to hike since there’s no snow on the pathway or storms in the weather to haunt you. However, what could be annoying is the constant heat. Well, you can not beat the heat with the Comlife portable waist fan. Not only does it cool you down, but the large battery ensures it can go on for an entire day — literally!
Comlife promises about 24 hours of battery life. So, even if you’re hiking for eight hours a day, that’s three days of usage on a single charge. Moreover, the fan can also be used as a power bank for your phone in times of emergency. The way the fan works is it clips onto your pants and throws air into your shirt. Alternatively, you can use a lanyard to hang it around your neck so it blows air into your face. Certainly a good investment, especially considering the affordable price.
4. Bkles Portable Camping Water Filter
A bright shiny sun means more water consumption. Plus, treks to remote areas could strip you of mineral bottles as well. Enter — Bkles’ portable water filter. Its 5-stage filtration process ensures disposal to clean water at all times.
The good news is that the product weighs merely 350 grams. You can purify around 160 liters of water on a single charge! This can sustain you for a good 10-15 days. You don’t have to wait too long for clean water as the product purifies 700ml water in under a minute! Another convenient option is this water filter bottle from Grayl. This product removes pathogens at the convenience of a bottle you can drink from.
5. Waterh Boost Smart Water Bottle
No amount of water is less water in summer treks. If you forget to have water, the Boost smart water bottle is the product for you. On one hand, it behaves like a thermos and on the other hand, it reminds you to have water. No kidding!
Cold water is needed to quench thirst on sunny treks. Boost’s vacuum insulation ensures your water is cool for 12 hours straight. Further, the bottle’s smart notifications to your phone will save you from dehydration. If you miss your phone notification, the ring of the bottle illuminates to remind you to stay hydrated! The cute little digital LED display on the bottles tells you how much water you’ve had. So, if you’re on a summer trek, don’t forget to carry Boost’s smart water bottle!
6. Apple Watch Ultra 2
While this doesn’t pertain to the summer theme exactly, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is your best accompaniment on hikes. It measures your altitude, tracks your heart rate intermittently, and can even set waypoints so you can make your way back safely.
All the features mentioned above can also be achieved on the standard Apple Watch. Plus, it’s much more affordable. However, the reason for recommending the Ultra is the supreme battery life. If you’re on a long hike, you can go without charging the Apple Watch Ultra 2 for over two days which is quite rare when it comes to smartwatches. It’s also more rugged making it immune to scratches and scuffs when hiking on tough terrains.
7. Garmin InReach Mini
While this product isn’t really summer-specific, the Garmin InReach is a compact satellite communicator. This palm-sized product sends and receives SMS when your phone is unable to. The product pairs with certain Garmin products, and select smartphones to further your safety.
Trekking in remote areas can sometimes get you lost in the wilderness. In such instances, this subscription-based tool lets you send your location, trigger SOS alters, etc. Of course, the product is on the expensive side. However, if you invest in this safety tool, your family can track your trek with peace of mind.
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Last updated on 04 July, 2024
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