EcoxGear EcoPebble Powerbank

Turning mobile moments into memories is what this compact, battery-rich block of wireless audio adrenaline is about. Testers have seen and heard the wisdom of the brand’s reality-based engineering with previous models, some of which remain the team’s chart-topping favorites. EcoPebble’s got a shot at center stage in sand, water, wind and rain as the 10,400 mAh battery charger is nearly impossible to exhaust on weekend outings. Multiple smartphone charges don’t dent the end-mounted Bluetooth speaker’s ability to bring the music, absent the deeper bass range offered in other EcoxGear models. Here, the tradeoff is for dispensing charges and three-mode 200-lumen flashlight output in a compact IP67-rated package (3.3ft submersion) that doubles as an easy-gripping stealth dumbbell to keep beach biceps toned up (an Active Junky exclusive feature – you’re welcome). The threaded bottom mount adds to waterproof EcoPebble’s adaptability to use on land and sea. Our recommendation: Mount on a SUP’s bow with light forward, speaker pointing aft to motivate high-cadence paddling and work for overnight touring as well.

Best For: Weekend, overnight and extended travel with play time exceeding 50hrs (when EcoPebble is not tapped for charging)