Gear and accessories for winter and spring road trips
Winter has arrived in full-force, and it’s got us longing for quick weekend getaways and longer adventure-based road trips. The good news is that staying connected and productive — whether on the road or nestled fireside — has never been easier. We’re fortunate to live in a time where technology travels with us, making it possible to tackle work, stay entertained and squeeze in some well-earned downtime no matter the destination. This curated selection of gear strikes the perfect balance between work and play, portability and performance, making each item an ideal companion for winter and spring adventures.
MOS UpLift
The MOS UpLift is a roof-top lift-assist system born from Canadian innovation, designed to make loading and unloading gear safer, easier and more ergonomic. It lowers your gear by about two feet (61 cm) for comfortable access, then gas springs help you lift everything smoothly back up into position. Engineered for versatility, the UpLift supports bike racks, kayaks, canoes, SUPs, ski racks, and cargo boxes, all with an industry leading 125-lb (56-kg) capacity. It mounts directly onto your vehicle’s roof rack crossbars and is fully compatible with Mitsubishi factory bars as well as popular aftermarket options like Thule and Yakima.
ASUS Zenbook A14 Laptop
The ASUS Zenbook A14 Laptop is the epitome of battery life and productivity. Built on the ARM infrastructure, this productivity laptop brings a refreshing long battery life to the Windows laptop ecosystem. Powered by the Snapdragon X series processor and equipped with 32 GB of LPDDR5x RAM, this impressively compact (14 inches, to be exact) laptop presents a true rival to the MacBook Pro.
Boasting up to 32 hours of battery life, the A14 is ready to work wherever you might find yourself. Weighing in at 980 g, you’ll have no issue taking this Zenbook on your next business trip. Thanks to its new Ceraluminum outer shell, the A14 is more scratch and smudge-resistant than a standard aluminum casing, giving you peace of mind on your travels. If you are looking for your next travel companion that can go the distance, the ASUS Zenbook A14 is a worthy choice.
Super Note A5 X2 Manta
While typing is the preferred note-taking method for many, there is something to be said for handwritten notes. The issue, of course, is always needing another notepad. The Super Note A5 X2 Manta is the perfect marriage of analog note-taking and digital convenience. Built as a flexible E Ink note-taking solution, the Manta provides a paper-like writing experience with all the flexibility of digital note-taking.
Leveraging FeelWrite 2 Self-Recover Soft Film and the Ceramic NeverReplace Nib pen, the Manta simulates a pen-to-paper experience almost perfectly. With a full 10.7-inch display and measuring only 6 mm thick, the Mantra easy to carry in a large purse or laptop bag. With file system support, multi-notebook saves and export functionality and the longevity afforded to it by its E Ink heritage, the Manta is the perfect note-taking solution.
Lenovo Legion Go S
Shifting from productivity for a moment, this next entry is all about how you spend your time after the workday is done. The Lenovo Legion Go S is the next iteration of the company's handheld PC lineup and provides some nice improvements over the Legion Go. For starters, this latest Legion handheld provides a more compact and controller-like experience than its predecessor, as well as the latest AMD Ryzen Z2 Go processor and an impressive 1 TB of storage.
A microSD card reader means you can expand the storage on the Legion Go S, and its 55.5 Whr battery will let you play plug-free for hours. Two USB-C ports allow for simultaneous power delivery and peripheral support if needed, while its 8”, 120 Hz variable refresh display provides a beautiful visual experience for players. Earning its namesake, the Lenovo Legion Go S is the perfect handheld for travel.
VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1000 Portable Power Station Bundle
While many of the devices mentioned so far offer impressive battery life, this next entry is all about battery life. The VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1000 Portable Power Station Bundle is quite literally a powerhouse of portable power. The bundle includes the base power station, a second battery bank and a 4-panel solar charging system, ensuring you will never need to find an outlet while out on those summer camping trips.
Perfect as a power source for everything from string lights hung around your campsite at night to powering your coffee maker in the morning, the FlashSpeed 1000 offers an incredible number of outlets for both AC and DC devices. The additional battery bank doubles the battery life, and thanks to the solar charging system, you’ll have no issue replenishing power as needed. For campers looking for a quality of life upgrade, the VTOMAN FlashSpeed 1000 Portable Power Station Bundle is a solution worth considering.
BLUETTI Charger 1
Keeping in line with the last entry, the BLUETTI Charger 1 is the perfect companion device for long road trips or camping weekends. Built as a speed charger for your portable power station, the Charger 1 connects directly to your car battery, providing a high-speed charging solution for any power station that features Solar panel charging. It provides a whopping 560w of power, which translates to 6 times faster than a cigarette lighter charger, ensuring that your Power Stations are always ready for action.
Easily installed within 20 minutes, the Charger 1 includes some impressive safety features such as active cooling, automatic on/off based on the vehicle's power state and full voltage protection for both the power station and your battery. Throw in full App control that offers plenty of customization and control over the device and you have a recipe for the perfect power station charging system.
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