The Volkswagen Schwimmwagen is an amphibious four-wheel drive off-roader used by the Germans during the Second World War, it is one of the rarest and most desirable Vintage VWs. This impressive vehicle is a genuine early 1943 Schwimmwagen in fully restored condition, it features all the authentic props from the period, machine gun(disarmed), rifles, shovel and oar mounted to the side, wide wheels and fat Military tires. A screw propeller can be lowered down from the rear deck engine cover when crossing water. No stone was left unturned on this restoration. Watch the Schwimmwagen in action in the video

Another great cycling product by Topeak. Winner of the reddot design award, the MiniRocket iGlow is a micro-sized mini pump with Integral Glow (iGlow) technology for added safety at night and during low visibility conditions. The MiniRocket mounts and dismounts easily to the seatpost or seatstay and has a on-off button.

Tepui make Rooftop mounted tents for serious adventurers. The tents include universal mounting brackets allowing you to easily mount directly to your roof rack or aftermarket roof bars, they are made with the most durable rip-stop waterproof materials that will stand up to the most extreme conditions. Also included is a telescopic aluminum ladder for easy access to the tent. Tepui have several different models to choose from, visit their website for more information. watch the video

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Ass Savers are practical bicycle mudguards. Made of recycled material, it weighs practically nothing and folds into a stable position under the saddle. Place it at the first sign of rain, eliminating embarrassing stains after a race on a wet track, and when not needed, fold it up and tuck it underneath your saddle. At an affordable price, this is worth considering if you do not have a mudguard on your fixie. watch the video

One of our favorite cars of all time is the Land Rover Defender, we have seen some beautiful conversions, but none as special as this. This spectacular version was designed by UKs leading automotive fashion house - Kahn Design. The Land Rover Defender XS90 2.2 TDci is equipped with all the modern commodities including air conditioning, heated seats, heated windows, leather sports racing seats, and the latest in Audio system technology. Check out their website for the full specs.

Typical mountain bike racks often fit poorly or break easily, Tuf Rack is a recent company founded to eliminate this problem. The Tuf Rack is an indestructible hitch mounted, modular bike carrier built to withstand the use and abuse of hardcore riders. Trays come in multiple variations to fit mountain bikes as well as bmx bikes.

The Victorinox Swiss Army Bike Tool Kit is an essential item for cyclists. The small, handy and robust tool weights only 98 grams and features 8 bits for the most common types of screws found on any bicycle. The rounded edges protect against injuries from falls and it fits perfectly in any bag.

Our biggest SUV crush this year has to be the new Range Rover Sport, but the newly released BMW X5 follows closely behind. It was expected to be revealed only in September, but the 2014 version of the BMW X5 appeared online before the Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany. The new X5 is bigger, more powerful and lighter than the previous version, it is also equipped with the latest in hi-tech. The X5 will go into production this year and arrive at dealerships in early 2014. Follow the link for full specs.

Trakke is a recent brand from Glasgow, all their products(bags, apparel, accessories) are handmade in the UK. Their cool U-Lock Holster allows the user to lock a bike with ninja-like speed. The Holster attaches to your belt, keeping your U-Lock accessible and secure while riding. It also features a handy d-ring for attaching your u-lock keys.

Our latest custom build crush comes from Seaweed and Gravel, a custom motorcycle workshop in southern California. The 1975 Honda CB 550 was stripped to its basics and rebuilt as a simple, clean, minimalist bike with an aggressive, low stance. The matte black paint job is beautifully complemented with satin and gloss finishes, with stylish brown leather details to add some contrast.

Packrafts by Alpacka Raft are the ultimate adventure boats. The expeditionary/multi-purpose boats are very popular with whitewater paddlers, adventure racers, and long-distance trekkers, they are capable of carrying large packs, negotiating difficult rivers, or doing substantial water crossings. They rugged rafts are also lightweight and roll down to the size of a small tent, for easy transport. Alastair Humphreys is an adventurer, author & motivational speaker, he carries one of these around at all times, he was kind enough to share some of his amazing photos with the Packraft in action. If you have a passion for adventure, travel or simply beautiful photography then head over to Alastair´s website for an enriching experience.

Photography: Alastair Humphreys

Plume is a simple, non intrusive, minimalist, streamlined, recoiling mudguard that complements the look of your bike. Plume recoils into a minimal circle under your seat, when needed simply extend it to become a sleek mudguard that protects your back from muddy street water. Plume is still in Kickstarter stage, but judging by the amount pledged should be available soon. You can keep track of the cool product at their website.

Almost all major motorbike manufacturers have models that compete in the adventure touring category, for British brand Triumph their bet in this segment is the Tiger Explorer. The new Triumph Tiger Explorer XC is one beast of bike, it is equipped with a 3-cylinder engine, capable of generating the greatest power among all its competitors, producing 135hp and 121Nm of torque. It also features a ride-by-wire throttle, traction control, cruise control, switchable anti-locking brakes (ABS), shaft-driven final drive, tubeless steel spoked wheels and plenty of off-road accessories.

This has to be one of the most iconic cars made by Ferrari, arguably the most beautiful sports car ever built. Designed by Pininfarina, the stunning 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial Spider Series I is packed with a 160 hp 2-liter engine, powerful enough to reach 150 mph. This unique car in pristine condition will be up for grabs soon at RM auctions, only 22 of these were built, so expect this rarity to go for around $2Mil. via

Dozer Garage is our latest discovery in custom bike builders. Based in Kiev - Ukraine, they have rolled out some beautiful builds, their latest creation is this stylish Ural 650 bobber. We love the use of copper plating across the bike and the unusual color scheme on this. Make sure you check out their website for more masterful creations. via

The celebration gala of Lamborghini´s 50th anniversary ended in the best way with the presentation of a radical prototype created by the Director of Volkswagen Group Design, Walter de Silva. The single-seater Lamborghini Egoista has extreme and unique features, it is equipped with a 5.2 V10 engine of 600hp and has taken to the limit the outstanding characteristics of the Italian brand of pure fun of driving performance and design. The cockpit is custom-made to suit the driver, it was inspired by Apache helicopters and is ejected in an emergency....crazy!

Austrian manufacturer KTM have released the new GT X-Bow, compared to the older version, it now offers an extra dose of comfort and protection for its occupants, getting a windshield, side windows and doors, leaving only the roof uncovered for greater convenience of the occupants, who now do not run the risk of eating an insect accidentally or getting a bruised eye. The lightweight street-legal go-kart is equipped with a 2.0 Liter Turbo TFSI engine from Audi providing an output of 280hp, a maximum torque of 420 Nm at 3,200 rpm and accelerating from 0-62mph in just 3.9 seconds. Yes, a very nice toy…

Photo credits: photo1 Alexandre Prévot, photo 2 Mitch Wilschut

The new versatile Mirage Adventure Kayak by Hobie gives you several options, it is good for paddling, sailing and fishing. It features a revolutionary hands-free propulsion system, an adjustable high back padded seat with inflatable lumbar support, two molded-in rod holders, two 8in twist and seal hatches with gear bucket, two mesh-covered stowage pockets and plenty of storage space. You also have the option of getting the separate mirage sail kit, turning it into a mini sailboat. Available now at amazon