Cool, fun products to make the most of your summer

ByLA Blake KABC logo
Saturday, June 20, 2015
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Summer's officially here, and with it comes that quintessential question of how to make the most of it.

Whether you're a fan of camping or hiking, hitting the beach or beating the heat indoors, there's something on this list to make your summer just a little more fun. Here are five cool summer products.

Buckshot Pro - Portable Bluetooth Speaker by Outdoor Tech, $79.95

Outdoor Tech

It's a Bluetooth speaker. No, it's a camp light. No, it's a phone charger. Whatever you need to use it for, it'll give your camping trip a modern-day makeover.

CGEAR Sand-Free Mat, $49.99

CGEAR

No more worrying about getting sand all over your beach blanket. This mat's unique mesh weave lets sand and dirt slip right through, leaving you with the perfect place to stretch out and relax.

FlipBelt by FlipBelt, $28.99

FlipBelt

This belt holds on to your stuff while you go running, hiking or walking the dog. The website says it's also useful during concerts and other outings. Think of it as the fanny pack of the 21st century.

Smartphone projector by Luckies of London, $27

Luckies of London

Get ready to bring back the days of drive-in movies, but now they can be projected anywhere! Just insert your smart phone and watch the magic happen. It's almost so simple you wonder why you didn't think of it.

Insulated Water Bottle by Polar Bottle, prices vary, $12

Polar Bottle

Goodbye, coolers! Whether you're at the beach, on the road or hitting the trails, you can stay hydrated with water from this bottle that stays cold for hours. A review on Amazon, where it's a best-seller, says, "They almost work too well."

Have a favorite cool summer product we left off? Let us know in the comments!