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Bicycling
fromThe Verge
8 hours ago

A sleek, wearable airbag for cyclists is nearly here

A new airbag system integrated into a skinsuit for cyclists aims to enhance rider safety during high-speed races.
#personal-safety
fromThe Verge
1 week ago
Wearables

Pebblebee's new Halo tracker doubles as a personal safety device

Pebblebee's new Halo tracker enhances personal safety with a louder alarm, built-in flashlight, and discreet alert features.
Wearables
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Pebblebee's new Halo tracker doubles as a personal safety device

Pebblebee's new Halo tracker enhances personal safety with a louder alarm, built-in flashlight, and discreet alert features.
fromwww.bbc.com
9 hours ago

Woman jumps off third floor balcony to escape fire

This incident highlights why you should always ensure your escape route is clear and why we recommend to never charge your e-bike or e-scooter on your means of escape, such as a hallway or by your front door.
London
fromSnowBrains
4 days ago

The RECCO Story: How A Tragic Accident Changed the Whole Snow Rescue Industry - SnowBrains

The RECCO system is a search-and-rescue technology designed to help professionals locate people buried in avalanches or lost in the outdoors. Today, it is integrated into millions of pieces of ski and outdoor equipment worldwide.
Snowboarding
Exercise
fromInsideHook
4 days ago

It's Never Too Late to Start Rucking. Here's How.

Rucking is an ancient fitness practice that builds endurance and strength while promoting proper posture and combating sedentary lifestyles.
fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

I've Camped on 4 Continents-These Are the 12 Outdoor Essentials I Never Camp Without in the Spring, From $8

One of the most indispensable items for spring tent camping is a rain fly. Your tent probably comes with one, but when that thing gets absolutely drenched, the water will soak through and drip from the ceiling. So, install this tarp above your tent and at an angle, so the rain rolls right off it.
Pets
#hiking-gear
Fashion & style
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

9 Pieces of Hiking Gear That Are 'Out' for Spring-Plus the Genius Items to Use Instead, From $15

Hiking gear trends for 2026 include lightweight sandals replacing clunky boots and practical upgrades for comfort and performance.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago
Running

I've Hiked All 7 Continents Over 20 Years-Here, 12 Trail Essentials I Pack for International Trips, From $14

Bringing the right gear and packing wisely is essential for international hiking trips.
Fashion & style
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

9 Pieces of Hiking Gear That Are 'Out' for Spring-Plus the Genius Items to Use Instead, From $15

Hiking gear trends for 2026 include lightweight sandals replacing clunky boots and practical upgrades for comfort and performance.
Running
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

I've Hiked All 7 Continents Over 20 Years-Here, 12 Trail Essentials I Pack for International Trips, From $14

Bringing the right gear and packing wisely is essential for international hiking trips.
#travel-safety
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago
E-Commerce

I've Solo Traveled for 20 Years, and These Are the 15 Safety Essentials I've Brought to 70 Countries-From $11

Traveling solo requires vigilance and the right safety gear to reduce the risk of theft and personal harm.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago
Gadgets

I Got Pickpocketed in Europe-Here Are 12 Must-have Safety Devices, All on Sale for the Long Weekend From $5

Pickpocket risk can hit anyone; carry anti-theft travel accessories—belt bag, phone lanyard, AirTags, slash-resistant bags, and personal alarms—to keep belongings secure.
E-Commerce
fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

I've Solo Traveled for 20 Years, and These Are the 15 Safety Essentials I've Brought to 70 Countries-From $11

Traveling solo requires vigilance and the right safety gear to reduce the risk of theft and personal harm.
Europe news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Readers share soft prepping' tips as Iran war escalates

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and community preparedness in the face of crises and societal challenges.
#backcountry-skiing
fromSnowBrains
2 weeks ago
Snowboarding

This Ultimate Backcountry Rescue Kit Weighs Only 2 Pounds and Packs Some Ingenious Custom Tools - SnowBrains

fromSnowBrains
2 weeks ago
Snowboarding

This Ultimate Backcountry Rescue Kit Weighs Only 2 Pounds and Packs Some Ingenious Custom Tools - SnowBrains

Exercise
fromBig Think
2 weeks ago

Kidnapped by terrorists. Lost a finger. Still became a rock-climbing legend.

Courage and the ability to endure suffering are crucial traits for success in rock climbing.
Alternative transportation
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Exclusive: Harbinger's next product will be hybrid emergency vehicles | TechCrunch

Harbinger's flexible electric vehicle platform is expanding into emergency vehicles, partnering with Frazer to build ambulances and mobile healthcare units.
Public health
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Emergency list reveals survival items Americans should stockpile

Americans should prepare emergency supplies to sustain themselves for several days without outside help during disasters.
#camping
Design
fromDesign Milk
3 weeks ago

This Camping Gear Conjures Nostalgia to Meet the Moment

Camping can blend outdoor experiences with essential conveniences through the right equipment and design, balancing functionality and aesthetic appeal.
Roam Research
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

The best head torches for camping, hiking and trail running

Head torches are essential outdoor gear; the best choice depends on intended use, comfort, and budget rather than maximum brightness.
History
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
4 weeks ago

This $56 Machete Multitool Borrows Its Best Idea From WWII Survival Gear - Yanko Design

The Delacour Multi-Use Axe Machete offers a more affordable alternative to the classic Woodman's Pal, using stainless steel instead of high-carbon spring steel while maintaining the same proven multi-tool design geometry.
#avalanche
fromSnowBrains
2 weeks ago
Snowboarding

Italian Ski Tourer Killed in Human-Triggered Avalanche on Max's Mountain, Alaska - SnowBrains

fromSnowBrains
2 weeks ago
Snowboarding

Italian Ski Tourer Killed in Human-Triggered Avalanche on Max's Mountain, Alaska - SnowBrains

Liverpool FC
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Family grateful as defibrillator saves linesman's life

A 73-year-old assistant referee collapsed twice during a football match and was revived using a defibrillator, highlighting the critical importance of having automated external defibrillators at all sports venues.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Why Your Phone Battery Dies Faster During a Public Emergency

When cell towers are damaged or overloaded, phones work harder to stay connected, using up more power. Weak signals, frequent reconnecting, and increased activity from the phone's modem are among the main reasons the battery does not last as long in these situations.
Coronavirus
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Best Hand Tools for Electrical Contractors

Tool selection directly impacts profitability by reducing callbacks, labor time, and physical strain; proper pliers specifications prevent margin erosion on service jobs.
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

7 Genius Spring Camping Gadgets & Gear for 2026 That Make the Great Outdoors Feel Like a Five-Star Hotel - Yanko Design

Spring 2026 camping gear solves comfort-weight contradictions through biological modeling and innovative engineering rather than traditional deprivation-based design.
#everyday-carry
Mental health
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

People who stay calm during emergencies but fall apart over minor inconveniences aren't fragile. Their system was calibrated for catastrophe, and it genuinely doesn't know how to scale down to a traffic jam or a lost set of keys. - Silicon Canals

Accumulated small daily frustrations can trigger greater stress responses than single major crises in people whose nervous systems were calibrated for survival under chronic danger or high-stakes conditions.
#home-security
Everyday cooking
fromMail Online
1 month ago

The 3,000 kitchen device UK preppers swear by for stockpiling food

Preppers use freeze-drying machines to preserve food for up to 25 years, stockpiling meals for emergency preparedness amid global instability.
Snowboarding
fromUnofficial Networks
1 month ago

Skier Rescued From Deep Snow Immersion As Others Ski Pass Completely Unaware

Deep snow immersion is a serious, often overlooked hazard during big storms that can trap skiers and snowboarders, requiring immediate partner assistance for rescue.
Gadgets
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Techie touched one box and the lights went out

A technician upgrading exam center infrastructure was blamed for a building-wide power outage that was actually caused by a grid failure coinciding with his UPS installation.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Navigating the Messy Middle of Disaster Recovery

Disaster recovery extends beyond the initial crisis phase; year two brings psychological challenges including chronic stress, financial strain, and bureaucratic delays that impair functioning and compound trauma.
fromCNET
1 month ago

I Want This Twisted Firestarter Smartphone in My Camping Essentials

It's got a 20,000-mAh battery -- yes, twenty thousand milliamp hours -- with an included USB-C port for charging other devices. It also powers a large audio speaker and LED lamp on the back, the latter of which can get so bright that a pop-up dialog warns you not to look directly at it to avoid eye damage.
Wearables
Snowboarding
fromUnofficial Networks
1 month ago

Professional Skier Loses His Phone Through An Open Zipper Mid Run

Professional skier Owen Leeper lost his phone mid-run at Jackson Hole but recovered it by calling it, highlighting the importance of pocket checks before skiing and keeping phones on audible settings.
Skiing
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Avalanche Survivors Fill In Key Pieces of the Story of What Happened Before Nine Were Buried

Survivors of a deadly Sierra Nevada avalanche reveal the group decided to ski out in blizzard conditions without discussing the option to shelter at the backcountry huts until weather improved.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

2026 Escape Pod is more powerful, comfortable, and all set for escaping into the wilderness - Yanko Design

The all-new 2026 Escape, designed after the original camper, is no less, in fact, the petite solution, the Escape Pod. Which reimagines the existing model, is "built for those who want to disappear off-grid without giving up comfort."
Travel
Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Bear Grylls: I've bought an apocalypse-proof boat, with an array of weaponry'

Bear Grylls is a 51-year-old Northern Irish former SAS soldier who became an adventure television presenter and father of three.
Skiing
fromWIRED
1 month ago

This Helmet Ruined My Ski Holiday

The Ruroc RG2 full-face snowsports helmet offers advanced safety features and technology but creates social discomfort due to its intimidating appearance that detracts from its practical benefits.
#solo-travel
Mindfulness
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

OK, What Are We Putting In Our Analog Bags?

Pack a portable analog bag of non-digital items to reduce phone use, encourage hobbies, and provide low-effort entertainment at home or on the go.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Wheelchair user stuck in lift calls fire brigade

A wheelchair user was trapped in a London Bridge lift, faced long staff response time, called the fire brigade who freed him; accessibility issues persist.
California
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Guards may watch tracks to prevent deaths

Palo Alto plans to hire Orion Security guards to monitor Caltrain crossings 24/7 to prevent teen suicides under a $1.7 million city–school district funded contract.
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Hospital Evacuated When Man Arrives With WW1 Shell Stuck in the Wildest Part of His Body Imaginable

Now, in a twist to the age-old story that even the writing room of "Grey's Anatomy" couldn't have come up with, a man in France was rushed to the operating room after staffers at the Rangueil Hospital in Toulouse found out he had shoved a 37mm brass-and-copper "collectible shell" that was used by the Imperial German Army during World War 1 up his rectum.
Medicine
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever Make

If you are choking and are alone, try to get yourself into a high-traffic area, such as a hallway in a building or outside your house. If you pass out, you're way more likely to be found as opposed to being in a room in a building or your house. Call 911 even though you can't speak. Someone will be sent to your location by dispatch.
Public health
E-Commerce
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

30 Travel Products You'll Use For Every Trip For *Years* To Come

Stow-N-Go travel organizer acts as an on-the-go closet, simplifies outfit selection, stores dirty clothes separately, and fits seven days' outfits in a carry-on.
#avalanche-rescue
Gadgets
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

Gun Maintenance Kits for Your Survivalist Bag - Social Media Explorer

A compact, prioritized maintenance kit—bore snake, multipurpose CLP, double-ended brush, and platform-specific spares—keeps firearms reliable in survival situations.
Travel
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

I Hiked 200+ Miles Last Year, and These 15 Trail Essentials Belong in Every Pack-No Exceptions

Proper preparation and specific gear are essential for safe, comfortable hiking across varied terrain.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
1 month ago

Sea to Summit Lays Out Even More Ultralight Bikepacking Gear

Sea to Summit released ultralight sleeping gear including a 12.8oz down sleeping bag, 13.8oz insulated air pad, and upgraded pillow, totaling 852 grams for complete sleep system.
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

10 Best Camping Gadgets & Essentials to Buy Before Spring 2026 Sells Out - Yanko Design

Solar-powered, modular, compact camping gear—exemplified by a tent with integrated photovoltaic fabric and built-in AC—redefines comfort, portability, and sustainability for modern campers.
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

After I Was Pickpocketed Abroad, I Switched to These Discreet Safety Items to Look Less Like a Tourist, From $10

After my phone was stolen abroad, I realized that staying safe while traveling isn't just about carrying the right items-it's about carrying them in a way that doesn't draw attention. Bulky backpacks, neon accents, and flashy anti-theft gear scream "tourist". Now, I rely on discreet safety tools that blend seamlessly into my outfits: a scarf with a hidden pocket, a low-profile money belt tucked under clothes, and a sleek crossbody bag that looks stylish rather than like a security tool.
Travel
fromNature
2 months ago

What my cave stay taught me about sensors

To capture the biological impact of this extreme environment, I used a comprehensive suite of sensors and biomarker analyses. I wore a wireless electroencephalograph (EEG) system to monitor brain activity, sleep stages and neural signatures of stress and adaptation; the Oura Ring to continuously track sleep patterns, heart-rate variability and circadian-rhythm shifts; and the glucose monitor to follow metabolic responses in real time.
Wearables
Gadgets
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

When every second counts: government tech helps first responders' lifesaving missions

Indoor-capable drones and indoor location-tracking technologies significantly improve first responder situational awareness and reduce risk in hazardous interior environments.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
1 month ago

This Tactical Outdoor Pocket Watch Can Start a Fire - And That's Just the Beginning - Yanko Design

However, each individual watch has its own unique selling point - and for the Flint (as its name rightfully suggests), it's the waterproof flint-rod that's integrated into the watch's body. Unscrew it when you want to start a fire, scrape on the rod using a pocket knife, and sparks immediately shoot off, igniting any form of tinder, creating a tiny fire that can then be harnessed to light a campfire, an old-fashioned torch, or an emergency signal in a time of distress.
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

This AR Ski Helmet Finally Lets Rescuers Control Tech By Eye - Yanko Design

Imagine being a ski patrol responder racing toward an injured skier on a freezing mountain. Your hands are gripping poles, your attention is split between the terrain and the emergency ahead, and your radio crackles with critical information. Now imagine if you could access maps, communicate with your team, and log vital data without ever touching a device. That's exactly what the Argus AR Helmet promises to deliver.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
2 months ago

My travel tech bag just got much harder to steal with these security upgrades

Despite knowing I was headed to Spain for an extended period for well over a year, some of my prep ended up being a bit last-minute. I last-minute decided to take the , and I last-minute decided to attach an AirTag to it using an Elevation Lab Secure AirTag Wire Cable holder . I figured that since the strap was cut-resistant, it would work.
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

The Pen That Went to the Moon Just Got a Tactical Upgrade - Yanko Design

If you've ever fidgeted with a pen during a long meeting or phone call, you know the appeal of a good click. But this takes it to another level. The bolt-action deployment is smooth, satisfying, and way more robust than a standard clicker. It's the kind of tactile experience that makes you actually want to use a physical pen in our increasingly digital world.
Gadgets
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 months ago

9 Lighting Modes, 1.1 Inch Size: This Magnetic EDC Flashlight Saves Effort And Even Saves Lives - Yanko Design

Your phone's flashlight works fine until you're elbow-deep in a car engine bay or fumbling with tent poles in the dark. Then you realize the limitation: you need both hands free, you need the light exactly where you're working, and you need it to stay there without propping your $1,200 device against something greasy or precarious. The NanoB10 from Gadget On lives in that gap between "good enough" and "actually useful."
Gadgets
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