For me, there is something about the Olympic flame that bridges the gap between the ancient dust of Olympia and the high-tech arenas of today.

In 2016, I reviewed the Torch 250, a multipurpose light from Goal Zero. The company is known for its portable power and lighting solutions, with rugged build and lots of clever engineering touches.

The Olympic flame makes a landmark run through Venice, gliding on boats down the Grand Canal and across St. Mark’s Basin.

Caitlin O'Kane is a New York City journalist who works on the CBS News social media team as a senior manager of content and production. She writes about a variety of topics and produces "The Uplift," ...