Showing posts with label Hiking. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hiking. Show all posts

Friday, April 13, 2012

Hammers HP5 Anti-Shock Hiking Pole with Compass & Thermometer

Hammers HP5 Anti-Shock Hiking Pole with Compass & Thermometer Review



Hammers HP5 Anti-Shock Hiking Pole with Compass & Thermometer Feature

  • Light weight with ergonomic design
  • 3-section telescopic pole can be extended from 29" to 60"
  • With compass and thermometer
  • Wear-proof carbide tip with snow disk included
  • Cork handle
HP5 is a perfect companion for your weekend hiking trips. It has a comfortable cork handle with nylon strap and a small EVA grip for use when the stick is folded. The telescopic stick is made of 3 strong aluminum alloy sections and can be adjusted to a desired height between 55" and 27 1/2". It also has spring-loaded antishock mechanism inside which can be turned on/off with a twist between the two sections. Functional graphic on the stick includes a US/Metric Ruler. At the bottom end of the stick, there is a carbide tip hiden inside the rubber endcap. It is very helpful when walking on rocky hard surface. A snow disc is included for use on loose top soil or muddy road. Other convenient accessories include a liquid filled mini compass and a thermometer. Both could be worn on watch band if prefered.


Saturday, February 11, 2012

1 3/4" Brass Face Pocket Compass w/Cover: Hiking and Camping

1 3/4" Brass Face Pocket Compass w/Cover: Hiking and Camping Review



1 3/4" Brass Face Pocket Compass w/Cover: Hiking and Camping Feature

  • Fully functioning compass
  • Use in the field or at sea
  • Unusual home or office decor item
  • Great addition to a nautical collection
  • Differences in finish may occur

This functioning brass face pocket compass with antique finish is approximately 1.75" in diameter. It has a spring loaded protective cover that opens easily, and a top loop so you can attach it to your key chain, belt or backpack. This compass may have some minor cosmetic imperfections such as small scratches. Use it to navigate while hiking or camping.

Compasses have been used for years to help travelers determine their location as well as the location of their destination. Used while hunting, camping, hiking or working, the compass can be a lost individual's most prized possession.


Monday, June 20, 2011

Magellan eXplorist 610 Waterproof Hiking GPS

Magellan eXplorist 610 Waterproof Hiking GPS Review



Magellan eXplorist 610 Waterproof Hiking GPS Feature

  • Rugged, waterproof outdoor GPS with three-inch touchscreen and button controls
  • 3.2 megapixel camera, microphone, and speaker to record geo-referenced images and voice notes
  • World Edition preloaded map and Summit series USA topographic mapping
  • Barometric altimeter and three-axis electronic compass for accurate altitude, weather, and directional info
  • Powered by two AA batteries for up to 16 hours of use

Rugged and waterproof (IPX-7), the eXplorist 610 combines high sensitivity GPS reception with easy to read mapping and accurate navigation. Find your way using more than 30 navigational data fields. Create waypoints, record tracks, and route from point to point. The integrated 3.2 mega-pixel camera, microphone, and speaker enable outdoor enthusiasts to record geo-referenced images and voice notes. Relive your outdoor adventures on the device, on your computer, or share with others on various online communities.

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The eXplorist 610 combines high sensitivity GPS reception with easy to read mapping and accurate navigation. Click to enlarge.

Enjoy paperless geocaching with the eXplorist 610. Download and view more than 20 unique characteristics of each cache and view, search, filter on the device. Details include name, location, description, hider, size, difficulty, terrain, hint, and recent logs created by other geocachers.

The eXplorist 610 packs the most accurate maps into the palm of your hand. The World Edition map allows for 2D or 3D viewing angles. It includes a complete road network in United States, Canada, Western Europe, and Australia and major roads throughout the rest of the world and provides cartographic orientation in almost any location. This unique, preloaded map also includes water features, urban and rural land use, and a realistic shaded relief background. The eXplorist 610 also includes Summit Series, a highly detailed topographic map based on 1:24,000 scale source maps. The map includes contour lines, land use areas, trails, waterways, and points of interest. Locate the nearest trailhead. Search for the nearest bike shops, fuel stations, or potable water source. Navigate safely in 3D perspective view while knowing the boundaries between private and public lands.

The best of both worlds, the eXplorist 610 combines the user friendliness of a touch screen with the reliability of two customizable hard buttons. Program the hard buttons to your two favorite or most used functions. Powered by two AA batteries, the eXplorist 610 will last up to 15 hours under normal conditions. To help conserve power, use the suspend mode to turn off the device but maintain GPS tracking. You can also adjust power management settings to your preference.

Magellan's award winning OneTouch favorites menu is now on our handheld devices. It provides instant access to bookmarks of favorite places. Set your home, base camp, and car. Easily re-assign a new location for each new adventure. 12 customizable icons to create personalized searches, save unique locations, or assign quick access to your favorite screens.

eXplorist 610 Features

3.2 Mega-Pixel Camera with Auto Focus
Take photographs along your journey and reference the location where each photograph was taken afterward. Use the Integrated Microphone and Speaker to Record voice memos and playback in the field! All multimedia content can be geo-tagged with coordinates or attached to waypoints.
World Edition Pre-loaded Map
The World Edition includes a detailed road network, water features, urban and rural land use, and a realistic shaded relief background.

Summit Series USA Pre-loaded Map
Summit Series USA is highly detailed topographic map based on 1:24,000 scale source maps. The map includes contour lines, land use areas, trails, waterways, and points of interest. Locate the nearest trailhead. Search nearest bike shops, fuel stations, or potable water source. Navigate safely in 3D perspective view while knowing the boundaries between private and public lands.

Three-Inch Touch Screen
An intuitive touch screen user interface and sunlight readable screen makes the eXplorist easy-to-use in almost any environment.
Online Experience Sharing
The eXplorist GPS receiver supports GPX file format and connects seamlessly to a PC as an external drive. Simply save files to and from the device and share with your favorite online communities.

3-axis Electronic Compass & Barometric Altimeter
Always know exactly where you are going, which direction is north, and your accurate altitude about sea level with built-in sensors. Know the direction to the geocache while standing still. Measure barometric pressure over time to track changing weather conditions. Use a number of different digital compass' to always understand your cardinal directions.

Paperless Geocaching
Download and view more than 20 unique characteristics of each cache and view, search, filter on the device. Details include name, location, description, hider, size, difficulty, terrain, hint, and recent logs created by other geocachers.
OneTouch Menu
Magellan's OneTouch favorites menu provides instant access to bookmarks of favorite places, personalized searches, and quick access to your favorite screens.
16 Hours of Battery Life
Powered by two AA batteries, the eXplorist GPS receiver will last up to 16 hours under normal conditions. To help conserve power, use the suspend mode to turn off the device but maintain GPS tracking.
Rugged and Waterproof
The eXplorist GPS Receiver is submersible and tested to IPX-7 standards, which means it can withstand depths up to 1-meter for a total of 30 minutes.
High Sensitivity GPS
The integrated SiRFStarIII GPS chipset provides up to 3 meters accuracy with the assistance of WAAS, EGNOS, and MSAS to provide the most accurate location information worldwide.


Which eXplorist Is Right for You?

 

eXplorist 510

eXplorist 610

eXplorist 710

3.0 “ Color Touch Screen

Camera, Microphone, Speakers

Online Experience Sharing

World Edition Preloaded Map

Paperless Geocaching

Expandable Memory

Summit Series Preloaded Map

 

3-Axis Electronic Compass

 

Barometric Altimeter

 

Detailed Topo Maps

 

City Series Preloaded Map

 

 


What's in the Box

Magellan eXplorist 610 GPS Receiver, Standard Mini USB Cable, Quick Start Guide, 2 AA Batteries, Geocaching.com 30 Day Free Trial Flyer, Energizer Battery Coupon

MAGELLAN EXPLORIST 610 UNITED STATES


Thursday, June 16, 2011

Hammers Blue Anti-Shock Hiking Trekking Pole Walking Stick 9BU w/ Compass & Thermometer

Hammers Blue Anti-Shock Hiking Trekking Pole Walking Stick 9BU w/ Compass & Thermometer Review



Hammers Blue Anti-Shock Hiking Trekking Pole Walking Stick 9BU w/ Compass & Thermometer Feature

  • 3 telescopic sections made of strong and yet lightweight aluminum alloy
  • Adjust from 55inch to 27 1/2inch
  • Two color attactive and comfortable soft rubber grip
  • Carbide end tip for hard and rocky surface
  • Accessories included: Rubber end cap; mini compass and thermometer, Mud disc
Hammers HP9BU hiking stick is a great pole and a perfect companion for your weekend hiking trips:
Attractive and comfortable molded soft rubber grip with nylon wrist band strap
Made of 3 telescopic sections of strong yet lightweight aluminum alloy
Telescopic sections can be adjusted to a desired height between 55" (fully extended) and 27 1/2"(completely folded)
Spring-loaded anti-shock mechanism inside which can be turned on/off with a twist between the two sections
Stick length: Max. 55" extended; 27 1/2" folded
Color: Satin Blue
Total Weight: 13ozs.
At the bottom end of the stick, there is a carbide tip hide inside the rubber end cap. It is very helpful when walking on rocky hard surface. A mud/snow disc is included for use on loose top soil or muddy road.
Other convenient accessories include a liquid filled mini compass and a thermometer. Both could be worn on watch band when preferred.
*The listing price is for a single stick only. Should you wish to get a pair, just check out 2 pcs when ordering.