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BioLite Launches HeadLamp on Kickstarter

Tuesday, September 18th, 2018

Launching today on Kickstarter is the HeadLamp from BioLite, who claims, “It’s a wearable that’s actually wearable.”

It’s a really neat design. The 3D SlimFit Construction incorporates a 3D-molded housing integrating the electronics directly into the fabric for a SUPER thin front that sits flush on your forehead. This, combined with the power source mounted to the rear, results in a balanced, no bounce design.

The rechargeable design offers 330 lumens in the following modes: dimmable white spot, dimmable white flood, red flood, and strobe. Plus the panel articulates easily with one hand so you can direct your light where you need it.

Offered in limited quantities on Kickstarter. What’s more, early adopters will get a free Light Diffusing Stuffsack with their pledge, turning their HeadLamp into a hangable lantern. These will be delivered by the end of the year. Otherwise, you’ll have to wait until Spring, 2019 for them to be restocked.

www.kickstarter.com

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BioLite Extends 20% Discount To SSD Readers

Wednesday, December 6th, 2017

Use code SOLDIERSYSTEMS for 20% off at the shop! Code will expire on Friday at Midnight and just a heads up it can’t be applied to any pre-order items.

www.bioliteenergy.com

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BioLite FirePit – Now On Kickstarter

Friday, September 22nd, 2017

BioLite has a very successful history of using Kickstarter to launch products. Their latest effort is the FirePit. It’s a smokeless wood-burning device that cooks your meals and gives you a front-row seat to everything going on inside your fire.

There are 51 airjets which inject the fire with oxygen along key locations thanks to the fan located inside the USB-rechargeable orange power pack. This promotes uniform temperature and gas mixing to burn the wood as effeciently as possible in order to reduce smoke.

#1: Get an efficient burn with way less smoke than a conventional fire pit

#2: Enjoy the feeling of a 360-degree floating fire with the FirePit’s X-Ray Mesh

#3: Burn charcoal or wood embers for a hibachi-style grilling experience

Bonus: Kickstarter backers receive a free Solar Carry Cover ($60 value).

www.kickstarter.com/projects/biolite/biolite-firepit-see-fire-not-smoke

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BioLite SolarHome 620

Monday, August 7th, 2017

At the recent Outdoor Retailer Summer Market, BioLite gave everyone a sneak peek of their new SolarHome 620 system. It consists of control box, 6w solar panel, motion sensor security light and two ceiling mounted lights. Designed to produce household power for off-the-grid dwelllings in India and West Africa, it will work just as well for those who have hunting cabins, DIY van campers and have to set up regularly in austere areas.

The heart if this system is this control box which not only gives real-time feedback on power, but also serves as an light, MP3 player and terrestrial radio.

They’ve already deployed thousands of these systems in emerging markets, and they plan to launch it here in the Spring. However, a limited run of 500 will be offered in November. Based on the existing deployments of the SolarHome 620, the World Bank has issued this spec sheet which gives some realistic performance data.

www.bioliteenergy.com

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Biolite Announces 3 New Products

Friday, February 19th, 2016

Biolite has released three new products that were previewed at last year’s OR Summer Market. The PowerLight Mini, SolarPanel 5 and CookStove make up the BioLite Energy Ecosystem. Each can be used alone to cook, charge and light or in conjunction with the others.

PowerLight Mini

The PowerLight Mini is a credit card-sized rechargeable lantern.

Features:
Four lighting modes: white lantern, red night vision, strobe, and point light for maximum visibility
135 lumens
Slim Li-Ion battery that provides up to 52 hours of light, or a 50% power boost to most smartphones
Battery: 1350 mAh, USB rechargeable
Inputs/outputs: Micro USB in, USB out
Bike mount included
Weight: 2.82 oz.
Dimensions: 3.35″ high x 2.10″ wide x .59″ wide
Colors: Red, Teal, Yellow, Grey
MSRP: $44.95

SolarPanel 5/5+

The SolarPanel 5 and 5+ are mono crystalline solar panels. The 5 delivers 5 watts of electricity and the SolarPanel 5+ features an onboard battery storage.

Features:
5 watt, high-efficiency monocrystalline panels. Can power phones, tablets and cameras, etc., as well as BioLite gear
Integrated sundial helps capture direct rays
360 Kickstand that provides easy positioning on uneven terrain, or the ability to hang from a tree or backpack
Auto-reconnect feature keeps panel charging after cloudy skies pass
5+ Model Only: On-board energy storing via a 2200mAh USB rechargeable battery (enough for a full smartphone charge)
5 Model Only: Auto-reconnect feature automatically reengages the device after cloudy skies pass
Dimensions: 10.12” x 8.19” x 0.94” (fits easily in laptop sleeves)
Weight: 5 Model is 12 oz., 5+ Model is 13.2 oz.
MSRP: SolarPanel 5 ($59.95), SolarPanel 5+ ($79.95)
Available: February 16, 2016

CookStove

The CookStove is a streamlined version of the company’s flagship CampStove at a lower price point to attract current gas stove users.

Features:
One charge provides up to 30 hours of clean wood cooking – the equivalent of 20 100g gas canisters
Four fan speeds to control the flame size, from rapid boil to campfire feel
Weight: 1.6lbs (725g)
MSRP $99.95

www.bioliteenergy.com

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New Products from BioLite

Monday, August 24th, 2015

Biolite has long been out front in backcountry power generation with their stoves that create power whioe they heat food. At the recent OR Summer Market in Salt Lake City, they unveiled three new products.

The CookStove is great for someone who wants to get into outdoor cooking with wood (sticks, twigs, pinecones and pellets) without groundfires. Like the original CampStove it uses a fan assist to boil a liter of water in 4.5 minutes.

BioLite also introduced Solar Panels to their line up, the SolarPanel 5 and 5+. The 5 denotes five watts and they differ only in that the 5+ incorporates an onboard battery (2200mAh) which offers a full phone charge. The SolarPanels also include sundials to help maximize collection and a cool 360 degree kickstand to aid in mounting in uneven terrain and on vegetation.

The new Power Light Mini is a flat 135 lumen LED light with an onboard battery wthat can be powered by the other BioLite gear or other power sources via USB. Not only can it be charged but it also works as a battery and can power other items. Modes include Edgelit Lantern, Red Night Mode and Strobe functions. The Clipstand can attach to clothing, equipment or used as a stand.

www.biolitestove.com

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OR Open Air Demo – BioLite Launches KettleCharge

Tuesday, August 5th, 2014

Launched yesterday, the new KettleCharge offers 10w power (their most powerful yet) on demand and is a kettle based design that can be heated on any stove surface such as home ranges (think gas) portable stoves

The collapsible handle includes a power meter and also holds a charge for use later. It not only creates power but also clean water which is not only important in the backcountry but also during disaster recovery.

www.BioLiteEnergy.com/kettlecharge

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Outdoor Retailer – BioLite

Friday, August 2nd, 2013

Next month, BioLite will officially launch the KettlePot but you’re getting a sneak peek thanks to Outdoor Retailer. Unlike other pots on the market, the BioLite KettlePot is made from Stainless Steel but they’ve developed a process to stretch it to be super thin so it will heat more quickly. Additionally, it can be used as a kettle or pot.

It includes a BPA-free top and cool-touch silicone handles. What I really like about it, the KettlePot cradles the BioLite stove for storage and transport.

www.BioLitestove.com

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