9/06/2011
Energizer(R) Folding Fluorescent Lantern Review
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9/05/2011
Canoe Motor Mount Bracket Review
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(More customer reviews)I bought this for a 17ft Bowrider and it looks as though it will be strong enough. From the image I was not sure it was strong enough but I was surprised.
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Are you tried of paddling your canoe? Well with this innovative new motor mount you can install a electric motor to do the work for you. This mount measure 28.5 inches long, which will keep the propeller away from the side of your canoe. The transom mount is 7 by 4 inch. This is an adjustable mount that will fit almost all major canoe brands.
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Sevylor Inflatable Party 108 Inch Dock Review
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(More customer reviews)We purchased this inflatable to tie up behind our boat on Lake Michigan. It is very high quality material, and well constructed. It inflates in about 5 minutes on the boat with a 12V pump (got a Coleman one).
The info says that it seats 8-9, more realistically it is 6-7 adults, regardless it is a lot of fun and really extends the functionality (and fun) of your time on the lake.
I gave this 4 stars because although it comes neatly packed in a box, it is impossible to get it back into any type of easy to carry shape after you've inflated it. If you're able to leave this on the boat that would be ideal, just realize it rolls back up into something about the size of a large sleeping bag.
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The whole gang will have a blast on the Sevylor Inflatable Party Dock. The 108 Inch diameter Party Dock is durably constructed of 18-gauge vinyl, and holds 8-9 people comfortably. It features built-in back rests and cup holders, so everyone Feets comfortable and has their drink at their fingertips. The Party Dock sports a flat loading dock area for easy on-and-off, and a center dipping hole. The Party Dock inflates and deflates quickly, thanks to Sevylor Feets Double Lock Valves, and carries the Air Tight Guarantee -- so it Feets guaranteed not to leak. The Park FeetN Feet Play System lets you connect other Sevylor inflatables together on the water.
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9/04/2011
StealthLite™ 2410 Recoil LED™ Flashlight (PEL2410) Category: Flashlights Review
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(More customer reviews)i'm using this strong flash light for diving, its beam is very strong and wide.
ill update my review for the battery life latter.
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9/03/2011
Suunto Altimax Wrist-Top Computer Watch with Altimeter and Barometer Review
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(More customer reviews)This watch has many great features, and few shortcomings. The bad first, and then the good: First; It is quite big. At first it seems like a hockey puck has been strapped to your wrist. Second; it uses a barometer to guage altitude, and therefore it requires some study, attention to detail, and monitoring and adjustment to get the most out of it.
Now the mitigating factors on these shortcomings: First (large size); while it is a bit large on your wrist, it is quite lightweight, and after a while, you get used to it. Overall, it is quite comforable to wear. The large control buttons are easy to use in winter with gloves on. And, the large display makes the data easy to digest. Second (barometer-based altimeter); all the other altimeter watches on the market work in much the same way, so this shortcoming should not disqualify this watch in comparison to other climbing/skiing watches.
Now the good: First; it has the features you need and not a lot of others you don't. Timekeeping, altitude, barometer. That's it. No other gadgets to confuse and add to the cost. Second; it's very rugged. I've abused mine heartily and it's stood up very well. Third; the features it does have are comprehensive and well executed. Fourth; assuming you master the arcane science of tracking altitude with a barometer -based altimeter, this one is quite accurate compared to some others I've tried (like the casio models).
Quick summary of features: the basic timekeeping functions are great! Time, date, multiple alarms, countdown timer, stopwatch, dual time zone -- all work easily and intuitively.
In Altimeter mode, the main display gives you your current altitude and a quick display of your recent trend. After this, it get complicated. The feature set is robust, and you'll have to spend some time with the manual to master it. It will measure just about anything related to going up or down a mountain that you could ever think of. It can also log these things and remember them for your future use. It can be changed from measuring feet per minute skied (for example) to feet per hour climbed. You name it, this thing can record and measure it.
What I use it for mostly, is just to show me where I am on the mountain in terms of altitude. To do this, you'll need to know what the actual altitude is where you start (parking lot, for example) and use that to set the altimeter. From there, the watch will keep an extremely accurate account of where you go from there. The only problem will be if a new weather pattern moves in. This will cause a change of barometric pressure and will affect the accuracy of the altitude reading.
In barometer mode, this watch will also give you a very accurate warning of a new weather pattern moving in -- as long as you are not changing your altitude substantially. As with the altitude mode, you can ask it to log data into memory to see trends and keep track of pressure over time.
In summary, it is an excellent tool for mountaineers and skiers. Used properly, it is a very accurate tool for navigation and weather forecasting. However, expect to spend some time with the user manual to master the features before you ask it to help save your life. I've tried several of the other watches on the market (Casio, Avocet, Nike) with similar features and this is the best of the bunch.
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Vital data you need hiking, climbing, or skiing is just a glance away with the Suunto Altimax Wristop Computer. Get all the functionality of a watch, altimeter, and barometer in a stylish red design. The Altimax looks like a high-end wristwatch, with an ABS plastic body and resin wristband with a buckle closure. The body is black, with a ring of black around the dial and an oversized, backlit LCD screen. The Altimax is made tough, built to be waterproof even when submerged up to 100 feet.
The watch displays day, time, and date with three programmable alarms plus a stopwatch and countdown timer. The dual time function allows you to stay on time even when traveling in a different time zone. The Altimax also offers a combination of altimeter and barometer functions.
The altimeter allows you to view the current altitude with a range up to 29,500 feet and a resolution of 10 feet. Also view your ascent/descent rate in feet per minute. (All measurements are also available in metric units.) One-button access allows you to see immediate information about vertical ascent/descent and the number of runs skied.
The barometer allows you to measure the temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit, absolute pressure, and a difference measurement to follow changes in barometric pressure and temperature. The automatic four-day memory keeps track of atmospheric pressure information. Another feature is the adjustable sea-level pressure function.
The Altimax comes with a user-replaceable battery, which lasts up to 18 months, and a low-battery indicator. It is covered by a one-year warranty.
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NEW CUSCUS 75L 5200ci Internal Frame Camping Hiking Backpack-Blue Review
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(More customer reviews)These AD pictures are completely mis-leading. If you order a green or PineBox color pack you will not get what your eyes are telling you should be a 2 tone green pack. What you will receive is a pack that is Black and Dark Olive in color. Someone's trying to clear the warehouse.
The pack itself is kind of small and really should be listed as a youth or females pack. That was expected at 2800CI. It will work as a day pack. I'm now seeing the specs changing for the torso size on various vendors web sites for this pack. The horizontal slash pocket built on the pocket on the front side is almost worthless for trying to get male hand in.
It does seem to be made pretty good. And the Amazon product price is certainly reasonable. I think the shipping could be a little less. Shipping was almost $15.00 and I can't believe it truly costs more then $8.00 to ship this pack any place in the lower 48 states.
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This New CUSCUS internal frame backpack 5,200 cubic / 75L with total 13 pockets. 4 pockets on the top lid, including a mesh pouch inside. 2 internal zippered side pockets. 1 bottom zippered pocket. Mesh pockets on both sides for attaching additional gear to outside of pack. Waist belt, with airflow mesh and high-density foam padding, wicks moisture. 2 small zippered pockets on each side. Hydration pack compatible (2 holes for water reservoir pipe and earphones). Many tightening straps in front and on both sides with buckles, securing the backpack. 1 reinforced handle on the back for better holding. An internal removable pad to protect your back from the hardware or be used as a seat pad. Fits torso: 15 -28 inches. Fits waist/hips: 24-56 inches. Free rain cover included. BRAND NEW.
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9/02/2011
Wenzel Ponderosa 10- by 8-Foot Four-Person Two-Room Dome Tent Review
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(More customer reviews)This tent was pretty easy to put up, even for a little first timer like myself ( I am under 5 feet and was able to do it by myself, although it recommends 2 people).Definately use 2 people if they are available, simply for holding the rods steady as the tent goes up.It drizzled a bit on the camping trip, and the tent held up well with no extra sealant, and was tall enough for me to stand in.The privacy curtain came in handy while dressing or napping, since I shared my tent with 1 other person most of the trip.The number of people that fits in the tent is misleading, the tent says it fits 4-5 people, when what it really fits is 3 twin size air mattresses side by side, with about 1 or 2 inches on either side.If there are just sleeping bags, no air mattresses, it could probably fit about 4 people.The tent comes down just as easily as it goes up and fits nicely into the provided bag.
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Great for hiking and biking trips, the Ponderosa two-room tent is lightweight enough at 10.8 pounds to carry on a backpack or saddle bags yet spacious enough to sleep four people at once. The tent base measures 10 feet by 8 feet, with a height in the center of 60 inches--more than enough space for an informal game of cards at midnight. The removable divider curtain, meanwhile, adds a bit of privacy in crowded conditions. Construction details range from a shock-corded fiberglass frame with a pin and ring connection to a weather-armor polyester fabric with a polyurethane coating. The frame is designed for quick and easy setup--a far cry from the clunky frames of yesteryear--while the coated fabric is reliable and sturdy regardless of the weather.
And should the rains come pouring down, the tent's armor-tough seams and water-repellent threads, zippers, and webbing stand ready to resist. The tent even includes sonic-sealed floors that are welded (not sewn) to eliminate stitch and needle holes, ensuring that water from rain-soaked dirt won't sneak in. Additional details include three windows (two in the front and one in the rear), Dutch D-style doors for easy entry from either side of the tent, and four mesh roof vents for circulation and moisture control. The Ponderosa is backed by a 10-year limited warranty.
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Selecting a Tent
Fortunately, there are all kinds of tents for weekend car campers, Everest expeditions, and everything in-between. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
Expect the Worst
In general, it's wise to choose a tent that's designed to withstand the worst possible conditions you think you'll face. For instance, if you're a summer car camper in a region where weather is predictable, an inexpensive family or all purpose tent will likely do the trick--especially if a vehicle is nearby and you can make a mad dash for safety when bad weather swoops in! If you're a backpacker, alpine climber or bike explorer, or if you like to car camp in all seasons, you'll want to take something designed to handle more adversity.
Three- and Four-Season Tents
For summer, early fall and late spring outings, choose a three-season tent. At minimum, a quality three season tent will have lightweight aluminum poles, a reinforced floor, durable stitching, and a quality rain-fly. Some three-season tents offer more open-air netting and are more specifically designed for summer backpacking and other activities. Many premium tents will feature pre-sealed, taped seams and a silicone-impregnated rain-fly for enhanced waterproofness.
For winter camping or alpine travel, go with a four season model. Because they typically feature more durable fabric coatings, as well as more poles, four-season tents are designed to handle heavy snowfall and high winds without collapsing. Of course, four-season tents exact a weight penalty of about 10 to 20 percent in trade for their strength and durability. They also tend to be more expensive.
Domes and Tunnels
Tents are broadly categorized into two types, freestanding, which can stand up on their own, and those that must be staked down in order to stand upright. Freestanding tents often incorporate a dome-shaped design, and most four-season tents are constructed this way because a dome leaves no flat spots on the outer surface where snow can collect. Domes are also inherently stronger than any other design. Meanwhile, many three-season models employ a modified dome configuration called a tunnel. These are still freestanding, but they require fewer poles than a dome, use less fabric, and typically have a rectangular floor-plan that offers less storage space than a dome configuration. Many one and two-person tents are not freestanding, but they make up for it by being more lightweight. Because they use fewer poles, they can also be quicker to set up than a dome.
Size Matters
Ask yourself how many people you'd like to fit in your fabric hotel now and in the future. For soloists and minimalists, check out one-person tents. If you're a mega-minimalist, or if you have your eye on doing some big wall climbs, a waterproof-breathable bivy sack is the ticket. Some bivy sacks feature poles and stake points to give you a little more breathing room. Also, if you don't need bug protection and you want to save weight, check out open-air shelters.
Families who plan on car camping in good weather can choose from a wide range of jumbo-sized tents that will accommodate all your little ones with room to spare. A wide range of capacities is also available for three- and four-season backpacking and expedition tents. Remember, though, the bigger the tent you buy, the heavier it will be, although it's easy to break up the tent components among several people in your group. It's also helpful to compare the volume and floor-space measurements of models you're considering.
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