Published July 26, 2026
This week at Lotz Outdoors we added 4 new brands to the catalog between July 20 and July 26: DJI (the dominant global drone maker, plus the Amplify Series outdoor power, lighting, and audio ecosystem), ZERO BREEZE (pioneer of battery-powered portable air conditioning for tents, RVs, and van builds), Giraffe Tools US (wall-mounted retractable hose reels and Grandfalls electric pressure washers), and Slyce Sport (Arizona-based pickleball apparel and paddle-tuning accessories). Together they bring 226 new products into the store across outdoor tech, camping climate control, garage and yard cleaning, and pickleball gear.
DJI anchors the biggest tech addition with 56 SKUs spanning drones, autonomous docks, and the Amplify Series ecosystem. ZERO BREEZE fills a category few retailers carry with 4 SKUs of true compressor-based portable air conditioning built for off-grid use. Giraffe Tools US adds 35 SKUs of wall-mounted and portable retractable cleaning gear, and Slyce Sport rounds out the week with 131 SKUs of pickleball apparel and paddle-tuning accessories. Scan the summary table just below for the quick facts, or jump straight into any brand for the full write-up.
This Week's New Brands at a Glance
| Brand | Product Category | Headquarters | Best Known For | Collection Link |
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| DJI | Drones | Shenzhen, China | Dominant global drone maker (90%+ consumer market share) and creator of the Amplify Series outdoor ecosystem | Outdoor Digital Cameras |
| ZERO BREEZE | Battery-powered portable air conditioners | China manufacturing with US-facing operations (Plano, Texas cited in trade press) | Mark 3 portable air conditioner with true vapor-compression R290 refrigerant cooling and reversible heat-pump heating | Outdoor Camping |
| Giraffe Tools US | Retractable hose reels | Rowland Heights, California (US corporate); manufacturing in Yongkang, Zhejiang | Wall-mounted retractable hose reels and Grandfalls electric pressure washers with built-in auto-retract 100 ft hoses | Marine Plumbing Washdown Pressure Pumps |
| Slyce Sport | Pickleball paddle-tuning accessories | Gilbert, Arizona | Weighted SpeedCap paddle end cap and pro-endorsed pickleball apparel line | Pickleball |
DJI
Global consumer and enterprise drone leader whose Amplify Series and drone lineup brings premium outdoor power, lighting, audio, and camera technology to Lotz Outdoors.
Brand Overview
Founded: 2006 · HQ: Shenzhen, China · Founder: Frank Wang (Wang Tao)
Product Categories and Related Collections
The DJI assortment at Lotz Outdoors is broad, with 56 SKUs spanning the Amplify Series outdoor ecosystem (BS100 Intelligent Battery Station, AL1 Spotlight, AS1 Speaker), enterprise-grade Matrice drones (Matrice 4D and Matrice 4E Plus Combo), the FlightHub 2 AIO Combo, the D-RTK 3 Multifunctional Station for high-precision positioning, and the autonomous Dock 3 for remote drone operations. At Lotz Outdoors the new DJI assortment lands in our outdoor digital cameras collection, our electrical and solar panels collection for the Amplify Series power and lighting products, our audio and video collection for the AS1 Speaker, and the broader marine electronics collection for crossover deployments on boats and docks.
Featured Products at Lotz Outdoors
BEST SELLER
Matrice 4D
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STAFF PICK
Dock 3
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BEST VALUE
AS1 Speaker
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MOST UNIQUE
D-RTK 3 Multifunctional Station
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Why We Added This Brand
We added DJI because it brings instant brand recognition and crossover appeal from the drone and content-creation world into outdoor retail, letting Lotz Outdoors serve campers, van-lifers, and overlanders who already own DJI cameras or drones and want compatible power, lighting, and audio gear for basecamp use. The Amplify Series fills a category gap around portable, ruggedized power stations and outdoor lighting and audio that overlaps with, but is distinct from, traditional camping brands, giving us a premium tech-forward alternative to conventional camp lantern and speaker brands. Given DJI's documented 70 to 90 percent global consumer drone market share, stocking its ecosystem products signals credibility to tech-savvy outdoor customers already familiar with the brand. The enterprise Matrice drone and Dock 3 offerings also open up a new customer segment for us in property surveying, agriculture, and land management.
What Stood Out To Us
What stood out about DJI is the vertical integration behind the entire product line. The company manufactures its own cameras, gimbal motors, flight controllers, and batteries rather than outsourcing core components, which lets it undercut competitors on price while improving reliability. The new Amplify Series extends that integration philosophy outdoors: the AS1 Speaker, AL1 Spotlight, and BS100 Battery Station share a modular battery and mounting ecosystem with DJI's Matrice drone line. It is worth noting that as of December 23, 2025, the FCC placed DJI drones on its Covered List, blocking approval of new drone models for US import, though previously authorized drones and all non-drone products remain unaffected. The Amplify Series and previously authorized drones sold at Lotz Outdoors are not affected by that ruling. (Sources: US adds DJI to national security list, Reuters DJI AS1 Speaker and AL1 Spotlight User Manual, DJI)
Best For
Best for overlanders and van-lifers wanting integrated power, lighting, and audio at basecamp, content creators and drone pilots needing field power for charging batteries and gimbals, tailgaters and car campers wanting a rugged Bluetooth speaker with long battery life, RV owners and rooftop-tent campers needing supplemental battery capacity via the BS100 Battery Station, and agricultural or property-management customers exploring drone technology for surveying and remote monitoring.
How It Fits Our Catalog
DJI's Amplify Series power, lighting, and audio products sit adjacent to our existing solar panel, portable power station, and camp lighting inventory, giving customers a premium upsell path alongside established power-station brands. The drone and camera side of the DJI catalog complements our trail camera, optics, and property gear, positioning Lotz as a one-stop source for outdoor tech accessories rather than just traditional gear.
Brand FAQ
Customers frequently ask the following questions about DJI.
Are DJI products affected by the recent US drone import restrictions?
Only new drone models are affected. As of December 23, 2025, the FCC added DJI to its Covered List, blocking approval of new drone models for US import, but previously authorized drones and all non-drone products such as the Amplify Series speakers, lights, and batteries remain legal to purchase and use.
What is the DJI Amplify Series?
The Amplify Series is DJI's outdoor power, lighting, and audio ecosystem, including the BS100 Intelligent Battery Station, AL1 Spotlight, and AS1 Speaker. These products share the same modular battery and mounting ecosystem as DJI's Matrice drone platform, so accessories are cross-compatible.
How does DJI compare to other drone makers?
DJI controls over 90 percent of the global consumer drone market as of mid-2024 and generated an estimated US$11.5 billion in 2025 revenue, making it by far the largest consumer drone manufacturer worldwide. Its vertical integration in manufacturing gives it a scale advantage most competitors cannot match.
ZERO BREEZE
Pioneer of the battery-powered portable air conditioner category, now producing the Mark 3 with a true 5,280 BTU vapor-compression cooling system built specifically for tents, rooftop tents, vans, and RVs.
Brand Overview
Founded: 2014 (development); 2018 (Kickstarter launch) · HQ: China manufacturing with US-facing operations (Plano, Texas cited in trade press) · Founder: Kelvin Ma and co-founder Max
Product Categories and Related Collections
The ZERO BREEZE assortment at Lotz Outdoors is tightly focused, with 4 SKUs all centered on the Mark 3 platform: the standalone Mark 3 AC unit, the Mark 3 with one detachable battery, the Mark 3 with two batteries for extended runtime, and the standalone Mark 3 Battery for customers expanding an existing unit. At Lotz Outdoors the new ZERO BREEZE assortment lands in our outdoor camping collection, our RV electrical and power collection, our marine air conditioning collection for boat and cabin use, and the electrical and solar panels collection for customers integrating the detachable battery with a broader off-grid power setup.
Featured Products at Lotz Outdoors
BEST SELLER
ZERO BREEZE Mark 3 (AC + 1 Battery)
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STAFF PICK
ZERO BREEZE Mark 3 (AC + 2 Batteries)
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BEST VALUE
ZERO BREEZE Mark 3 AC
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MOST UNIQUE
ZERO BREEZE Mark 3 Battery
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Why We Added This Brand
We added ZERO BREEZE because it fills a specialized climate-control gap that few outdoor retailers carry: genuine compressor-based, battery-powered air conditioning built specifically for tents, rooftop tents, vans, and RVs, rather than fans or evaporative coolers. Reviewer consensus positions the Mark 3 as one of the best battery-operated ACs on the market today for off-grid cooling in small spaces, giving us a category-defining product with strong differentiation from typical camp fans and coolers. As van life, overlanding, and rooftop tent camping continue to grow, stocking the pioneer brand in portable 12V air conditioning lets us compete with adjacent entrants like EcoFlow's Wave series and other battery-power ecosystem players expanding into cooling. The Mark 3 also offers reversible heat-pump heating, which extends the use case into cold-weather van and truck camping.
What Stood Out To Us
What stood out about ZERO BREEZE is the underlying refrigeration technology. Unlike evaporative swamp coolers or ice-based coolers marketed as portable AC, the Mark 3 uses a genuine vapor-compression refrigeration cycle with R290 refrigerant and a custom 3.9-pound 48V micro twin-cylinder compressor, which the company says is far lighter than the 18 to 26 pound compressors found in typical portable units. The Mark 3 delivers 5,280 BTU (1,550 W) of cooling and 5,800 BTU (1,700 W) of heating, roughly double the 2,300 BTU cooling capacity of the Mark 2, while adding reversible heat-pump heating that the earlier models lacked. It runs on a detachable 1,022 Wh lithium battery pack compatible with 12 to 72V DC input, is billed as compatible with 500 W solar charging, and operates at roughly 46 dB, described by reviewers as whisper-quiet on low settings. (Sources: ZERO BREEZE Mark 3 In-Depth Review, The Van Conversion ZERO BREEZE Mark 3 Review, GPX Adventures)
Best For
Best for van-lifers and overlanders needing off-grid cooling without running a generator, rooftop tent campers wanting relief from heat buildup inside insulated tent fabric, RV owners seeking supplemental cooling for areas their built-in AC does not reach, boat owners and truck-sleeper-cab users wanting compact ducted spot cooling, and pet owners leaving animals in a vehicle or tent who need reliable off-grid temperature control.
How It Fits Our Catalog
ZERO BREEZE bridges our camping comfort and power station categories, pairing naturally with existing solar panel, battery, and RV accessory inventory since the Mark 3's detachable battery and solar compatibility let customers integrate it into a broader off-grid power setup they may already be building around other brands. It also complements our marine air conditioning collection for boat and cabin applications.
Brand FAQ
Customers frequently ask the following questions about ZERO BREEZE.
What refrigerant does the Zero Breeze Mark 3 use?
The Mark 3 uses R290 refrigerant in a true vapor-compression cooling system, not a swamp cooler or ice-based design, delivering genuine refrigerated air. R290 is a hydrocarbon refrigerant with a very low global warming potential compared to traditional refrigerants.
How long does the Mark 3 battery last?
Runtime ranges from about 2 to 7 hours depending on cooling mode, with sleep mode extending toward the higher end. Users can connect multiple batteries in series to extend total runtime, and the unit is compatible with 500 W solar charging for continuous off-grid use.
How did Zero Breeze get started?
The company began as a self-funded startup in 2014 with founder Kelvin Ma, built a prototype by December 2015, and launched its original unit on Kickstarter in 2018. That first Kickstarter raised $574,114 against a $100,000 goal, and the company has since moved production to China to handle order volume while maintaining a US-facing presence.
Giraffe Tools US
Wall-mounted retractable hose reel and Grandfalls pressure washer brand focused on space-saving, time-saving outdoor cleaning equipment for garages, gardens, and driveways.
Brand Overview
Founded: 2017 (brand); 2004 (factory origins) · HQ: Rowland Heights, California (US corporate); manufacturing in Yongkang, Zhejiang · Founder: Second-generation family engineer-led brand, expanded by founder known as Oracle
Product Categories and Related Collections
The Giraffe Tools US assortment at Lotz Outdoors is a focused 35-SKU outdoor cleaning lineup. The lineup covers Grandfalls Retractable Pressure Washers (Plus and Pro models) with built-in 100 ft auto-retract hose reels, standalone retractable garden hose reels in 65 ft, 90 ft, 130 ft, and 65 to 155 ft configurations, wall-mounted stainless steel hose reels, retractable air hose reels for garage air-tool setups, and two-wheel and four-wheel garden hose reel carts for customers who want a portable rather than mounted solution. At Lotz Outdoors the new Giraffe Tools US assortment lands in our washdown and pressure pumps collection for the Grandfalls pressure washers, our marine plumbing hose collection for hose reels used at docks and boat slips, and the broader outdoor gear collection for general garden and driveway use.
Featured Products at Lotz Outdoors
Why We Added This Brand
We added Giraffe Tools US because it fills a gap in wall-mounted, space-saving outdoor cleaning equipment, a category increasingly popular with garage, RV, and boat owners who lack room for bulky wheeled pressure washers. The brand already has retail credibility through placements at Costco, The Home Depot, Lowe's, Target, Northern Tool + Equipment, and Tractor Supply, which signals mainstream demand and reduces buyer hesitation for a newer name. Compared to established reel and washer brands like Ryobi, Sun Joe, and Suncast, Giraffe Tools differentiates on its integrated auto-retract reel and wall-mount form factor rather than competing purely on PSI or price, giving us a distinct option for customers who have outgrown basic hose reels. The Grandfalls Pro's brushless induction motor also gives our customers a longer-lifespan, quieter option than the universal-motor washers they usually see at the big-box level.
What Stood Out To Us
What stood out about Giraffe Tools is the signature automatic-rewind hose reel system across the lineup: hoses retract with a light tug, guide rollers prevent kinking, and a stop-anywhere lock lets users fix the hose at a custom length, a mechanism demonstrated across the Grandfalls pressure washers and the standalone hose reels. Higher-end Grandfalls Pro models use a brushless induction motor rated for longer lifespan and quieter operation (78 to 80 dB, described as quieter than a hair dryer) compared to the universal motors in standard washers. Hoses are built from a three-layer composite with a replaceable design rated up to 2,610 PSI working pressure and tested to a 600 PSI burst threshold, an unusual serviceability feature since most consumer pressure washer hoses are not user-replaceable. (Sources: Giraffe Tools Grandfalls Pressure Washer, Amazon Grandfalls Pressure Washer Pro at Costco)
Best For
Best for garage and driveway car-wash setups wanting a permanently mounted, always-ready hose and washer, RV and boat owners needing an organized tangle-free wash-down station at a dock or driveway, homeowners with limited storage space who want to avoid wheeled hose reel carts, gardeners covering large yards who need 100+ feet of reach without manual coiling, and campground site owners wanting an easy-to-remove, quick-mount setup.
How It Fits Our Catalog
Giraffe Tools US complements our existing garage organization, boat outfitting, and outdoor cleaning inventory by adding a mid-premium, feature-rich alternative in the hose reel and pressure washer categories, sitting above basic hardware-store reels but below professional-grade cleaning equipment, and pairs naturally with our existing camp and RV wash-down accessories.
Brand FAQ
Customers frequently ask the following questions about Giraffe Tools US.
Where are Giraffe Tools products manufactured?
Manufacturing occurs in China, with trademark and copyright records linking Giraffe Tools to Zhejiang Haili Xinhong Technology Co., Ltd. and Yongkang Haili Industrial Co., Ltd. in Yongkang, Zhejiang. The brand's US corporate presence is registered in California.
Is Giraffe Tools sold at major retailers besides Lotz Outdoors?
Yes. Giraffe Tools is an approved retailer partner of Costco, The Home Depot, Lowe's, Target, Northern Tool + Equipment, and Tractor Supply. Its retail footprint gives it mainstream credibility beyond a specialty online brand.
What makes a Grandfalls pressure washer different from a standard model?
It is wall-mounted with a built-in 100 ft auto-retracting hose reel, eliminating the need to store or manually coil a separate hose. Pro models add a brushless induction motor rated for quieter operation and longer service life compared to universal-motor washers.
Slyce Sport
Gilbert, Arizona pickleball apparel and paddle-tuning accessory brand founded in 2023, known for the Weighted SpeedCap paddle end cap and pro-endorsed performance gear.
Brand Overview
Founded: 2023 · HQ: Gilbert, Arizona · Founder: David Shano
Product Categories and Related Collections
The Slyce Sport assortment at Lotz Outdoors is broad, with 131 SKUs covering paddle-tuning accessories (Weighted SpeedCap, SLYDRS adjustable tuning weights, and Billet Aluminum Precision Balancing Blocks), performance apparel (Courtside Quarter-Zip, Team Performance T-Shirts, performance sleeves in multiple sizes and colors), headwear (Slyce Cap, Playa Performance Cap), and court accessories like the Players Towel. At Lotz Outdoors the new Slyce Sport assortment lands in our pickleball collection, our sports collection, our team sports collection, and the broader men's clothing collection for the apparel side of the line.
Featured Products at Lotz Outdoors
BEST SELLER
Slyce Black Hoodie
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STAFF PICK
Slyce Cap
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BEST VALUE
SLYCE Players Towel
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MOST UNIQUE
Billet Aluminum Precision Balancing Block
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Why We Added This Brand
We added Slyce Sport because pickleball is one of the fastest-growing outdoor recreational sports in the US, and adding a pickleball-specialty apparel and paddle-tuning brand fills a category gap that pure paddle manufacturers like Selkirk, JOOLA, and Paddletek do not emphasize. Reddit threads and independent reviewer discussion show real demand and debate around paddle-weighting products, with some players calling them a worthwhile performance edge and others comparing them to cheaper lead tape, indicating an engaged niche audience we can serve alongside our broader paddle and net inventory. Carrying an apparel-and-accessory specialist rather than duplicating existing paddle brands lets us round out the pickleball offering with complementary gear instead of direct competition, and the pro sponsorships with players like Federico Staksrud and CJ Kinger give the brand tournament-level credibility.
What Stood Out To Us
What stood out about Slyce Sport is that the brand built its identity around external tuning accessories that let players customize the weight, balance, and swing feel of any existing paddle, rather than manufacturing paddles themselves. The Weighted SpeedCap is a roughly 1-ounce (28g) aluminum end cap that clamps onto a paddle handle without permanent modification, and independent testing found it improved paddle balance, maneuverability, and sweet-spot size on both lightweight and heavy paddle models. Customer reviews aggregated on the brand's own site and cited by third-party reviewers report roughly a 95 percent positive rating across about 120 SpeedCap reviews. The company has signed sponsorship deals with competitive pros including Federico Staksrud (described in company posts as the world's top-ranked player at the time) and PPA Tour gold medalist CJ Kinger, lending competitive credibility to what some reviewers otherwise compare to a premium version of DIY lead-tape weighting. (Sources: Slyce Weighted SpeedCap Review, Pickleball Science Slyce Cap Review, SirShanksAlot)
Best For
Best for intermediate to advanced players wanting to fine-tune the weight and balance of an existing paddle without buying a new one, recreational players seeking pickleball-specific apparel (moisture-wicking quarter-zips, performance caps) for court wear, competitive players following pro-endorsed gear trends from sponsored athletes, gift shoppers looking for pickleball-themed accessories such as towels and caps, and tinkerers who enjoy experimenting with swing weight and sweet-spot adjustments.
How It Fits Our Catalog
Slyce Sport slots naturally next to our existing racquet sports and pickleball paddle inventory, offering accessory and apparel add-ons that increase basket size for customers already buying paddles, balls, or nets from other brands. Its headwear and performance apparel also cross-sell into our general outdoor athletic wear categories, giving pickleball players a one-stop path through court gear and everyday wear.
Brand FAQ
Customers frequently ask the following questions about Slyce Sport.
Does Slyce Sport make pickleball paddles?
No. Slyce Sport specializes in paddle-tuning accessories like the Weighted SpeedCap and SLYDRS adjustable weights, along with apparel and headwear. The brand deliberately positioned itself as an accessory specialist rather than a paddle manufacturer.
Who founded Slyce Sport and when?
Slyce Sport was founded in 2023 by David Shano and is headquartered in Gilbert, Arizona, according to the company's LinkedIn profile. Shano discussed the company's origin and growth in an interview on the Pickle with Mickle podcast.
Are Slyce Sport products used by professional players?
Yes. The brand sponsors competitive players including Federico Staksrud, described in company posts as the top-ranked pickleball player globally at the time of announcement, and PPA Tour gold medalist CJ Kinger. Team Slyce competes on the professional pickleball circuit.
Staff Picks from This Week's New Brands
Four brands this week means we pull one pick from each. Every call-out is a product our buying team put hands on while evaluating the lines.
- Best Value: SLYCE Players Towel at $15.00. A durable microfiber court towel with the Slyce word-mark, the cheapest way to try the brand and useful on any pickleball court or workout bench. Small ticket, high-utility gift.
- Most Innovative: Dock 3 at $15,890.00. DJI's autonomous drone docking station lets an operator run scheduled flights from a remote location with no human on site, and the weather-sealed housing plus integrated charging turn a working property into a real automated aerial survey platform.
- Most Unique: ZERO BREEZE Mark 3 (AC + 1 Battery) at $1,899.99. A genuine vapor-compression portable AC with a detachable battery, R290 refrigerant, 5,280 BTU cooling, and reversible heat-pump heating. There is nothing else quite like it in the camping or overland gear category, and the two-battery configuration gets close to full-night runtime.
- Editor’s Pick: Grandfalls Retractable Pressure Washer Pro at $629.99. The wall-mounted Grandfalls with a 100 ft auto-retract hose reel and brushless induction motor turns a garage or driveway into a permanent, always-ready wash-down station. Once you use one, you stop coiling hoses by hand.
This Week in New Brands at Lotz Outdoors
The week of July 20 to July 26 added four new brands and 226 new products across four very different corners of the catalog. DJI brought 56 SKUs spanning consumer and enterprise drones, autonomous docks, and the Amplify Series power, lighting, and audio ecosystem. ZERO BREEZE added 4 SKUs of battery-powered portable air conditioning built specifically for tent, van, and RV cooling. Giraffe Tools US added 35 SKUs of retractable hose reels and Grandfalls electric pressure washers with wall-mount form factors. Slyce Sport added 131 SKUs of pickleball apparel and paddle-tuning accessories from a pro-endorsed Arizona brand.
Together the four brands strengthen the electrical and solar collection, the outdoor camping collection, the RV electrical and power collection, and the pickleball collection. To see what we added in prior weeks, browse the full New Brands blog series. We publish a new roundup every Sunday.
