Radar Roundup: Shovel Research Goes Gold, Tunitas Motion Camera Strap, DSPTCH and Engineered Garments, Bookman Lights, NPR on NM Outdoor Rec/Mineral Extraction, and Paul&#8217;s Pro Cruiser Got Restored

Our Radar Roundup compiles products and videos from the ‘net in an easy-to-digest format. Read on below for today’s findings…

Shovel Research Offers Gold (Finishes)

Gold anodizing used to be a much bigger thing than it is today with all the major component manufacturers offering this blingy hue as an option: MKS, Ukai, Suntour, and Sugino all made gold anodized components in the late 70s and throughout the 1980s. Shovel Research began offering a beautiful gold finish for its FMBCH and light mount. Roll on over to Shovel Research to check out the offerings.

Tunitas the Makers In Motion Camera Strap $70

After a two-year hiatus, Tunitas brought back the Makers In Motion Camera Strap. Now dubbed the Motion Camera Strap, the unique design features a seamlessly integrated stability strap that allows for converting through a two-point strap into a three-point strap and shoot modes quickly. Never miss that perfect shot ever again.

Preorder starts Friday September 29th 7:30am PST and ends Friday October 13th 5:00pm PST. This batch has a 250 unit limit, and the preorder will close early if the limit is met.

Specs:

Weight: 89g
Converts from three-point harness to two-point strap in one seamless motion.
Adjustable length to achieve the perfect fit.
Nylon seatbelt webbing provides comfort and durability

Check out more at Tunitas.

DSPTCH and Engineered Garments

While considerably more high-end than our typical Roundup fodder, these products from DSPTCH and Engineered Garments are too good to not share. Featuring ultralight Dyneema construction in three dyed color options, in a variety of silhouettes these totes, backpacks, and cross-body bags are made in the USA in small batches and are built to last. There are too many specs and details for each, so check out the full collection at DSPTCH.

Bookman 1500 and 800 Lumen Volume Lights $160/$106

The Swedish company, Bookman, has launched two new powerful bike light that sets them apart from the crowd with an innovative mode of operation. Inspired by the Hi-Fi world, the Volume lights are operated by a unique Power Wheel (patent pending), making it conveniently easy to adjust the brightness into one of the five levels. The Volume bike light comes in 800 or 1500 lumens, feature high-output batteries, and come in a bomber aluminum body.

Check out the full offering at Bookman.

Western Towns Between Old Economies and New Green Goals

Like many Western States, New Mexico is battling against the extraction industry by leveraging its outdoor recreation potential. NPR’s story on Farmington is worth the read if you follow these conversations closely…

Paul’s Pro Cruiser Got Restored

If you’re a fan of vintage mountain bikes but never heard of Pro Cruiser, well, pull up a chair this morning and check out Paul’s freshly restored build!