Summer Gear Guide: Indoor, Outdoor and Festival Essentials for Music Lovers
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It’s summer, which means it’s time for beaches, BBQs, live music, and meticulously-planned outfits. Whether you’re gearing up to hit the festival circuit or simply ready to treat yourself to a summertime splurge, we’ve gathered some of the best gear summer 2022 has to offer.
From outdoor essentials to equipment to deck out the refuge of the air-conditioned indoors, we’ve got recommendations for whatever your summer has in store. And for an even cooler summer, check out the Consequence shop for CBD goodies and stylish merch, including our recently-launched festival collection, all of which is available here.
Check out the full gear guide, with individual reviews from Consequence editors, below.
Outdoor Essentials:
The Ukiah Tailgater II ($599.99): The Ukiah Tailgater II makes the fire jump when the beat drops. Think of it as the best portable Bluetooth speaker you’ve ever had that happens to be an easy-to-use fire pit — or a sweet propane fire pit that happens to be a killer Bluetooth sound system (12V, 100 watt sound system with two 3.5-inch marine grade speakers and a subwoofer). With Ukiah’s patented “reactive flame technology” and Beat to Music Mode, the flames dance to whatever’s playing through the built-in sound system, adding a new level of party to your outdoor ambiance. Charge the battery, connect your liquid propane tank with the included quick-connect adapter, and wirelessly link your phone, and you’ll have your own portable pyrotechnic show.
It’s an undeniably nifty centerpiece for your next backyard party, camping trip, or tailgating hang that also provides incredible audio quality to soundtrack your experience. Plus, it’s all packaged in a rugged, weather resistant, powder-coated steel body that’s light enough to take with you on any adventures. You can even add a cast iron, double-sided griddle and grill cooktop accessory to turn the Tailgater II into a camping stove. Pick one up (and check out their variety of other models, including fire only, pure audio, and tabletop designs) via their official site.
Ray-Ban Stories ($299.00): Picture this: You’re at the outdoor amphitheater watching your favorite band rip the best set you’ve ever seen. You’ve got an (age-appropriate) drink in your left hand and are furiously gesturing with your right. How are you going to capture the moment without pulling out your phone and sacrificing your beverage or necessary dancing hand? Enter Ray-Ban Stories, which let you stay in the moment while taking epic pictures and videos with dual cameras and a built-in microphone. When it’s time to post, the glasses are directly linked to your Facebook account for easy file management, while discreet speakers also allow for phone calls or quick TikTok sessions. Check them out via Amazon.
Festival Essentials:
Vibes Hi-Fidelity Earplugs ($26.95): Summer is arguably the best time for live music. From huge, weekend-spanning festivals to local bands playing the bar patios, being outside and enjoying a performance is alongside BBQs and beaches. But, much like every other great joy in life, live music has an aspect of danger. So, at risk of sounding like a dad, please protect your hearing and wear some earplugs. We hear that they’re actually pretty punk rock.
Vibes Hi-Fidelity Earplugs sound a whole hell of a lot better than the disposables and are much more discrete, so as not to disrupt your carefully-constructed concert fit. With three sizes, they’re guaranteed to feel good in your ear and stay locked in, no matter how hard you headbang. Pick them up via Amazon.
Supergoop! x Minions PLAY Everyday Lotion SPF 50 ($22): Before Minions: The Rise of Gru hits theaters on July 1st, everyone’s favorite sentient Twinkies have teamed up with suncare experts Supergoop! for a special packaging design. The sunscreen itself wears like a dream, and the adorable character packaging will unleash your inner kid. (And no, the sunscreen itself is not yellow.) Grab the limited-edition Supergoop! x Minions collab via the brand’s official site.
Fujifilm — Mini Evo ($199.99): Fujifilm’s latest entry in their Instax instant camera line truly ups the anté. It’s a hybrid digital/instant camera plus a Bluetooth printer, all with a sleek, classic analog design and LCD screen. 10 lens effects and 10 film effects give you 100 variations (more, since you can use different film effects on each shot of the half-frame and double exposure functions), on top of which there are manual adjustments like white balance, exposure, and flash. Connect the smartphone app and not only can you print images from your phone, you can snap Mini Evo shots using the remote function and save images shot on the camera to your phone’s gallery. There’s even a front-facing shutter and mirror for easy selfies!
With a bunch of tiny, smart design choices and far more robust control than similar products, it’s the true shutterbug’s instant camera. Snag yours via Amazon.
Fujifilm — Mini Link 2 ($99.95, $149.99 for kit): The device itself is pretty straightforward: It’s a compact Bluetooth printer that lets you print physical photos right from your phone, wherever you may be on festival grounds. What it loses in the spontaneity provided by your typical Instax instant camera, however, it makes up for in creative control – and that’s why the real fun here is in the Instax Mini Link App.
The app allows you to add a range of customizations to your images; there are your standard filters and color correction options, but you can also get creative with stickers, emojis, and even your own drawings by taking a picture of your art and instantly giving it a transparent background. There’s also the INSTAXAir function, where you can draw bubbles, petals, neon, glitter, and spray paint in the air by using the Mini Link 2 – and even capture the video of your drawing and have it play back from the QR code on the picture. You can even print frames from videos. In the end, you still get that neat little instant photo, only with a more personal touch. Get it in white, pink, or blue on Amazon. You can also get a kit including 40 photo sheets and a carrying case on Amazon.
Anker PowerCore 10000 Portable Charger ($25.99): This Anker battery pack has saved lives at countless festivals. Even the Ultra-Compact version is a little bigger than the cheap-o lipstick-shaped ones, but the extra heft is worth it, because it gets you through an entire day of multiple charges. While it might not be the most comfortable in your pocket, it fits easily enough into a small bag or backpack. It comes in multiple colors; get your own at Amazon.
Chill Out Indoors:
Fender Paramount PD-220E Dreadnought ($829.99): Fender’s Paramount PD-220E acoustic model is a perfect mix of both vintage and modern aesthetic, with a contemporary feel. The design is beautiful, the three-color vintage sunburst evoking the look of the classic acoustic guitars from the 1930s and 1940s, while boasting an irresistibly state-of-the-art touch. The volume and blend knobs found inside the body are discreet – no chunky buttons that ruin the beautiful mahogany finish on the outside – and it plays even better than it looks. The tone gives off a rich and honeyed sound, perfect for playing any of the straight-up rock classics or coating more current tastes with a nostalgic resonance. Pick one up via Fender’s site.
Beats Fit Pro ($199.99): It’s never too late to start working toward your summer fitness goals, and Beats Fit Pro are the headphones to take your workout to the next level. Fully wireless and housed within a design tested against the rigor of real-world athletes, each bud stays securely in your ear while remaining comfortable. They also come equipped with noise-canceling (for drowning out the grunts of the gym) and sound transparency (to assure you hear that car coming up behind you on your run) technologies. Whether you’re cranking speed-metal or Taylor Swift to stay motivated, Beats Fit Pro are the earbuds to help you get in the zone and stay in the zone. You can grab them via Amazon.
Sonos x Pro-Ject Turntable Set ($948): For a great turntable under $500, look no further than the Pro-Ject T1 Phono SB, an entry-level option from the brand that’ll impress even the snootiest audiophile in your life. Out-of-the-box assembly took this luddite less than fifteen minutes, and the turntable pairs beautifully with the Sonos Five speaker (without being dramatic, Pro-Ject and Sonos are a match made in heaven). The black colorway looks great next to the Sonos Five, too. Grab both products in a bundle via the Sonos website; you can also order the turntable solo for $449 via Amazon.
This guide was published in partnership with Ukiah. All other products were independently selected and reviewed by Consequence editors.
Summer Gear Guide: Indoor, Outdoor and Festival Essentials for Music Lovers
Consequence Staff
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