Terpe
23rd May 2013, 16:42
If you're planning a car or bike journey of any duration this summer, make sure you enjoy the ride with these picks
1. Thule Excellence
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627915.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-1.jpg
Thule is the market leader in car storage and this slick and stylish, aerodynamic roof box is its flagship, top-of-the-range model. The elegant piece of kit has a capacity of 470l, seriously boosting the amount of gear you can take on drives.
£799.99, halfords.co.uk
2. Garmin Nuvi 52LM
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627916.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-2.jpg
An entry-level model from a well trusted brand for in-car GPS. The 5in display shows your driving speed, speed limits and arrival time and the innovative lane-assist function with junction view indicates the proper lane for a turn or exit. It can also be loaded up with a wide range of extra maps.
£119.99, garmin.com
3. Saris Bones 3-Bike Rack
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627917.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-3.jpg
A simple, rear-mounted bike rack with a bright, funky design that comes in a range of colours. It is designed to fit the majority of vehicles and be compatible with most bikes, which are stabilised with integrated ratchet straps. The arc-based design fits over most spoilers and separates the bikes on different levels.
£130.49, cyclesurgery.com
4. Mio Cyclo 300 Europe
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627918.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-4.jpg
A simple, user-friendly, bicycle navigation device that also keeps track of your performance. The integrated car-navigation mode can even give you turn-by-turn directions to the nearest, or starting point, of a selected bicycle route This particular model includes maps for all of western Europe making it a must-have gadget for summer touring.
£298, mio.com
5. Campingaz Powerbox
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627919.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-5.jpg
Designed for longer camping or road trips, this coolbox can be used as a chest-style cooler or an upright fridge. It can be hooked up to the car battery or a mains connection, has a 36l capacity and when upright can store three 1.5l bottles vertically.
£70, millets.co.uk
6. Rice Food Containers
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Perfect for picnics or lunch on the road, these eye-catching, stylish block-colour food containers stack together with a cleverly designed carrier strap that clips to all three. They're also very robust and easy to clean.
£8.25, flittybird.co.uk
7. Worldwide Travel Adaptor
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It may not be the most glamorous piece of kit, but it's certainly one of the most useful things to have with you on a trip abroad. This adaptor also features twin USB sockets; perfect for keeping all your gadgets in action.
£17.99, maplin.co.uk
8. Lifeventure Thermal Mug
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627911.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-8.jpg
A high-quality, stainless steel thermal mug, ideal for camping, or sipping coffee on the road. Designed to be the same size as a large cup of tea, the vacuum insulated mug has as screw-on lid that should make sure that you don't spill your hot drink.
£9.89, wiggle.co.uk
9. Coleman LED Flashlight
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627912.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-9.jpg
A handy, compact, yet ultra-bright torch that can be tucked away in the glove compartment in case of emergency. It is weather-resistant, with durable aluminium casing and weighs in at just 144g.
£24.99, coleman.eu
10. Supertooth Crystal
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627913.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-10.jpg
The ultimate Bluetooth accessory for a road trip, the Crystal is a zero-installation in-car speakerphone. It not only allows for hands-free driving, but can also sync with your GPS and stream music directly from compatible phones like a mini-soundsystem.
£35.99, currys.co.uk
Source:-
http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/features/the-10-best-roadtrip-gadgets-8628041.html
1. Thule Excellence
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627915.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-1.jpg
Thule is the market leader in car storage and this slick and stylish, aerodynamic roof box is its flagship, top-of-the-range model. The elegant piece of kit has a capacity of 470l, seriously boosting the amount of gear you can take on drives.
£799.99, halfords.co.uk
2. Garmin Nuvi 52LM
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627916.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-2.jpg
An entry-level model from a well trusted brand for in-car GPS. The 5in display shows your driving speed, speed limits and arrival time and the innovative lane-assist function with junction view indicates the proper lane for a turn or exit. It can also be loaded up with a wide range of extra maps.
£119.99, garmin.com
3. Saris Bones 3-Bike Rack
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627917.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-3.jpg
A simple, rear-mounted bike rack with a bright, funky design that comes in a range of colours. It is designed to fit the majority of vehicles and be compatible with most bikes, which are stabilised with integrated ratchet straps. The arc-based design fits over most spoilers and separates the bikes on different levels.
£130.49, cyclesurgery.com
4. Mio Cyclo 300 Europe
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627918.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-4.jpg
A simple, user-friendly, bicycle navigation device that also keeps track of your performance. The integrated car-navigation mode can even give you turn-by-turn directions to the nearest, or starting point, of a selected bicycle route This particular model includes maps for all of western Europe making it a must-have gadget for summer touring.
£298, mio.com
5. Campingaz Powerbox
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627919.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-5.jpg
Designed for longer camping or road trips, this coolbox can be used as a chest-style cooler or an upright fridge. It can be hooked up to the car battery or a mains connection, has a 36l capacity and when upright can store three 1.5l bottles vertically.
£70, millets.co.uk
6. Rice Food Containers
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627909.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-6.jpg
Perfect for picnics or lunch on the road, these eye-catching, stylish block-colour food containers stack together with a cleverly designed carrier strap that clips to all three. They're also very robust and easy to clean.
£8.25, flittybird.co.uk
7. Worldwide Travel Adaptor
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627910.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-7.jpg
It may not be the most glamorous piece of kit, but it's certainly one of the most useful things to have with you on a trip abroad. This adaptor also features twin USB sockets; perfect for keeping all your gadgets in action.
£17.99, maplin.co.uk
8. Lifeventure Thermal Mug
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627911.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-8.jpg
A high-quality, stainless steel thermal mug, ideal for camping, or sipping coffee on the road. Designed to be the same size as a large cup of tea, the vacuum insulated mug has as screw-on lid that should make sure that you don't spill your hot drink.
£9.89, wiggle.co.uk
9. Coleman LED Flashlight
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627912.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-9.jpg
A handy, compact, yet ultra-bright torch that can be tucked away in the glove compartment in case of emergency. It is weather-resistant, with durable aluminium casing and weighs in at just 144g.
£24.99, coleman.eu
10. Supertooth Crystal
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article8627913.ece/ALTERNATES/w620/TEN-BEST-10.jpg
The ultimate Bluetooth accessory for a road trip, the Crystal is a zero-installation in-car speakerphone. It not only allows for hands-free driving, but can also sync with your GPS and stream music directly from compatible phones like a mini-soundsystem.
£35.99, currys.co.uk
Source:-
http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/features/the-10-best-roadtrip-gadgets-8628041.html