5 Must-Have Tech Gadgets for Your Summer Picnic
Picnics must be as old as the hills: eating outdoors in good weather is an idea so obvious that we’ve probably been doing it since lunch was a nice piece of mammoth. But the term ‘picnic’ comes from the mid-18th century in France. By the nineteenth century picnics were a popular excursion and since the car, we’ve all been on board. That makes the picnic a slightly old-fashioned way to spend time and while for some they’re a way to reconnect with nature and enjoy a well-cushioned return to a simpler life, some picnics are better with a little gadgetry. So if you’re ready to drag your next picnic into the 21st century, if not a little further, read on!
Picnic Plus Cooladio Picnic Backpack
If you’re going on a picnic you’re going to need something to carry the food, and the beverages! Meanwhile, after lunch, you might want some music. Many companies have attempted to cater to both these demands, but the large, easy-to-carry Cooladio is a clear winner. What features does it provide? Hmmm… maybe the clue’s in the name. You’re getting a backpack, that’s also a cooler, and a radio. There’s an iPod pocket and a battery-powered amp driving the side speakers, or a headphone jack if you prefer solitary enjoyment.
Summer, the season of warm sun, soft breezes – and sudden torrential downpours. Even if it stays clear all day, you might want to heed medical advice and get into some shade in the midday sun. Here’s your chance: the Lightspeed Quick Shelter can be thrown up in just minutes and offers all-around protection, like a very light tent rather than a traditional sun shelter. Zipping porch flaps allow privacy and it’s vented for wind resistance too.
Fire Sense Propane Table Top Heater
This table top heater from Fire Sense makes perfect sense if you’re travelling to your picnic location in a vehicle. Otherwise, maybe not so much. But as the night draws on, and you find it’s still not quite time to head home, the answer is table top heating, and the Fire Sense is a solid bet. Propane power means it blasts out warmth, and its stainless steel burners mean it will last for years. Piezo automatic ignition and a directional reflector hood complete the picture.
Cool On the Go Personal Cooling System
Perhap your problem isn’t too little heat, but too much. If that’s the case, this is the ideal solution: a lightweight, portable personal cooling system that’s hands-free and compact. Designed in South Florida in the summertime, Cool on the Go was created to deal with some pretty serious heat and you’ll get 4 hours of strong, reliable cool airflow out of a single battery charge.
…with the Gerber Shard, a blade-less, sturdy and rustproof key chain tool that packs a Phillips and flat screwdriver, bottle opener and more onto a stylish multipurpose flat metal tool that will go on your keys or in your wallet.
What are you favorite summer gadgets? Leave a comment below!
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