Kelty Redwing 2650 Backpack

Kelty Redwing 2650 Backpack - This is an outstanding bag for day-to-day commutes or a day hiking trip. The next larger size requires a titanium frame. The next smaller is too small for books and perhaps a laptop. There is none of necessary padding or straps needed for a laptop. What sold me on the bag when I picked it out in Cabelas was the number of pockets.

Here’s the pros:

• 4 front compartments: a divided main, large one; one small one the size of a coat pocket and a larger, divided one in between;
• 2 huge cargo zippered side pockets; I keep spare glasses, a medical kit and pills and such in each of these;
• 2 side web pockets; I keep sugar, cool aid, sweet&low, sanitary wipes and glass cleaner wipes in these easy-grab pockets;
• 2 large hand straps for grabbing— one on top (see picture) and one in front(shown in picture);
• Easy-use belt strap — you’ll find this useful if you have back problems because this back can carry close to 100 lbs.;
• Easy-reach tighten straps for the shoulder straps — keep it loose, then pull; and,
• Several hooking points inside the large bag and the middle bag for tieing in things that could fall out.

Here’s the negative points:

• Nylon inside the side panels (behind the cargo side pockets) is not very tough; I tore it after 6 months;
• The large pocket (main) has a weather protective strip protecting the zipper — it snagged within a few days —- I cut it off;and
• Reflectors on the pack would be useful for those who commute.

If this review was helpful, please add your vote. — By Dirk J. Willard “Dirk Willard” (Chicago, IL)

Kelty Redwing 2650 Backpack - The proven Redwing is the most popular pack on the trail. Revered for is roomy main compartment, convenient organizational pockets, sturdy LightBeam II stay and suspension system, and comfortable design, it’s no wonder this classic, which just got a facelift, consistently earns top scores.

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Leatherman 831195 Squirt PS4 Black Keychain Tool with Plier

Leatherman 831195 Squirt PS4 Black Keychain Tool with Plier - The Leatherman Squirt PS4 is the first miniature pliers multi-tool tough enough to be a Leatherman. Attach the spring-action PS4 to your key ring or backpack; with three screwdrivers, wire cutters, scissors a knife blade and more, it keeps your on-the-go life going. When it comes to convenience, it’s tough to top the Leatherman Squirt S4. Micro-serrations help the scissors grip and cut even fine materials. Other features—tweezers, knife, screwdrivers and more—are all available without opening the tool, and at a mere 2.25 inches, the colorful Squirt S4 does a great job of staying out of the way until you need it.

Leatherman 831195 Squirt PS4 Black Keychain Tool with Plier

• 420HC Clip-point Knife Blade
• Needlenose Pliers, Regular Pliers, Wire Cutters
• Spring-action scissors, Wood/Metal file, Bottle Opener
• Flat/Phillips, Medium Regular
• Stainless Steel with Hard-anodized Aluminum Handle Scales & Outside-accessible Tools, Key ring attachment, Available colors: Red, Blue, Black

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JanSport Wasabi Core Series Daypack TDN5

JanSport Wasabi Core Series Daypack TDN5 – Bring zesty style to an everyday accessory with the stylish, large JanSport Wasabi Metro daypack, featuring ergonomic S-curved shoulder pads. It has one main compartment and a half compartment with an organizer. It also includes a V-Loft security pocket for quick access to your CD player and valuable items, and a cord port for easy access to your audio player. Other features include a front stash pocket, a side mesh water bottle pocket, and a web ergo handle with reinforced hold on the top of the pack. The ergodynamic, S-curved straps relieve stress from your shoulders, and are shaped to contour the natural shape of your upper torso. They disperse the weight across your back and increase air circulation.

Specifications:

• Capacity: 1800 cubic inches/29 liters
• Weight: 1 pound
• Dimensions: 19 x 13.25 x 7 inches
• Fabric: 600D Poly, 420D Velocity

About JanSport: For more than 30 years, JanSport has created products to help you carry the stuff you need, where you need it, in the most functional and fashionable way possible. JanSport’s success extends across the globe, where they have become a leading designer and manufacturer of durable backpacks, luggage and gear. The company is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and has offices in the United States and Europe.

Manufacturer Warranty: JanSport Outdoor Equipment is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the product. The warranty applies when the product is used for the purpose intended, under normal conditions, and does not apply to damages caused by typical wear and tear, unreasonable use, or neglect.

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JanSport Big Student Classics Series Daypack

JanSport Big Student Classics Series Daypack (TDN7) – With the JanSport Big Student Classic daypack, you’ll be too cool for school. This large capacity pack–with a 2100 cubic inch capacity–will easily hold all your textbooks for the day in its two main compartments. It also has a front pocket with an organizer to store your necessary gadgets and music player, and a headphone cord port. Other features include an upper zippered accessory pocket, a lower front zippered stash pocket, and a web ergo handle with reinforced hold on the top of the pack. The ergodynamic, S-curved straps relieve stress from your shoulders, and are shaped to contour the natural shape of your upper torso. They disperse the weight across your back and increase air circulation.

Specifications:

• Capacity: 2100 cubic inches/31 liters
• Weight: 1 pound, 8 ounces
• Dimensions: 17.25 x 13 x 10.125 inches
• Fabric: 600D Poly or 11W Corduroy

About JanSport: For more than 30 years, JanSport has created products to help you carry the stuff you need, where you need it, in the most functional and fashionable way possible. JanSport’s success extends across the globe, where they have become a leading designer and manufacturer of durable backpacks, luggage and gear. The company is headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, and has offices in the United States and Europe.

Manufacturer Warranty: JanSport Outdoor Equipment is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the product. The warranty applies when the product is used for the purpose intended, under normal conditions, and does not apply to damages caused by typical wear and tear, unreasonable use, or neglect.

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GoPro CHDHH-001 HD Helmet HERO High-Definition Waterproof Digital Camera

GoPro CHDHH-001 HD Helmet HERO High-Definition Waterproof Digital Camera for Sports - Developed for the consumer and proven by professionals, GoPro’s all-new HD HERO cameras are the world’s most advanced line of waterproof, full HD 1080p cameras designed to be used during sports. With amazing clarity, stability, and slow-motion capabilities, these cameras record your sport’s most exciting moments in professional quality HD video and automatically-captured 5 megapixel still photos. HD HERO products can shoot video or photos from your point-of-view, mounted on your helmet, body, car, motorcycle, surfboard, or other equipment. And GoPro’s 170° wide-angle lens (the industry’s widest) even lets you take shots of yourself during your activity. All captured hands-free, while you stay focused on your activity. The HD Helmet HERO is the action sports model in the line, developed for skiing, snowboarding, biking, skating, swimming, kayaking, and other high-intensity activities. This product incorporates not only the HD HERO camera itself, but also the mounting hardware you need to mount the camera securely to virtually any helmet, whether vented (such as bicycle helmets) or non-vented (such as winter sports and climbing helmets). It also contains a head strap that allows you to wear the camera like a headlamp so you can easily share the camera with friend. Additional curved and flat surface mounts let you mount the camera on your favorite gear, and the quick-release design allows you to easily reposition the camera to capture multiple views. Originally designed for the consumer market, GoPro’s wearable cameras have garnered praise from professional athletes as well as film and TV producers who demand convenience and performance from their filming equipment. The HD HERO line produces higher quality HD video than action sports cameras costing ten times as much, and as a result many video segments you see in action sports film and TV today are shot on GoPro cameras. As the 1 maker of wearable sports cameras in the world, GoPro has years of experience in developing cameras and mounting accessories for the most hardcore of sports. As a result, GoPro has won many coveted awards, including Motorcyclist magazine’s prestigious “2009 Product of the Year” award and the “Editors’ Choice Award” from both Popular Mechanics and Backpacker Magazine. In the end, GoPro’s HD Helmet HERO adds so much to your enjoyment of your favorite activities that arriving home to watch your footage is almost as much fun as the activity itself. Here are some of the highlights:

Professional 1080p HD Video that Looks Great Even on a 52″ TV: Truly professional quality video that delivers the clarity and excitement you see on TV or in films. HD quality so good, GoPro’s cameras are used regularly by both professional athletes and film and TV production companies around the world. See the quality for yourself in these sample videos: click here.

Easy to Use: Turn the camera on and press the shutter button. Shooting your own HD action sports video is that simple thanks to the HD Helmet HERO’s user-friendly default settings. Upgraded controls such as brighter LED icons and louder status beeps make the camera easier-to-use than ever.

Widest Range of Video & Photo Capabilities: For the more technically-inclined user looking for the latest in technology and options, the HD Helmet HERO offers a remarkable range of video and photo modes, giving you more creative control:

• 1080p – “True HD” video at 30 frames per second produces maximum clarity and realism. To put it in perspective, 1080p video at 30 frames per second is the equivalent of shooting thirty 2-megapixel photos per second. Incredible realism you’re used to seeing only in the movies. The viewing area becomes a slightly less-wide (127º) at this resolution, wide angle view, making 1080p a slightly less wide-angle view than the other resolutions. Perfect for in-car filming, for example, where you might want to focus more on objects in the distance than up close. It’s like having two lenses in one camera.
• 960p – “Maximum Wide Angle” video at 30 frames per second. Certain sports like motocross, mountain biking, and skiing require maximum viewing area to capture your speed and technique. This 960p mode offers 25% more vertical viewing area at the top and bottom of the screen than other resolutions, so you can see more of your bike and handlebars beneath you, your knees and skis while you hammer the moguls, or a more of the trail and horizon ahead. Document more of you and your surroundings with 960p for the most immersive video possible.
• 720p – “Slow-motion Cinema” is possible thanks to the HD Helmet HERO’s incredibly smooth 60 frames per second 720p video. 720p (1280 x 720p) can record in either standard 30 frames per second or 60 frames per second. While 30 frames per second pleases the eye, 60 frames per second straight blows the mind when played back in liquid smooth slow motion. Everything looks good in slow motion…including you.

Rich, Realistic Color with Fast Automatic Exposure Adjustment: The HD Helmet HERO combines the industry’s leading DSP technology (digital signal processor) with cutting edge sensor technology to bring you the richest, most natural color available in a wearable sports camera. This powerful combination also results in the fastest automatic exposure adjustment of any wearable camera. This means you can move back and forth quickly between bright and dark settings (like sunshine and shadows on a trail) and still achieve smooth exposure adjustments that give your videos a professional look.

Professional Sound that Automatically Adjusts to your Environment: The best sound quality of any wearable camera, period. Professional quality sound with AGC (automatic gain control) tuned for action sports and motorsports. With the ability to reduce the sound of wind noise at high speeds, the HD HERO line of cameras are simply the best sounding wearable sports cameras available. Fully automatic with no manual settings or adjustments needed, the camera will adjust the sound level automatically to maintain and optimum sound recording. Also includes an optional non-waterproof back door that can be used in activities where waterproofness is not needed. This feature allows more sound into the protective housing, resulting in fuller, more immersive soundtracks. That said, the AGC (automatic gain control) does an excellent job of automatically increasing the microphone’s sensitivity to provide impressive sound even when the camera is sealed in the waterproof housing with the waterproof back door.

Trademark Video Stability, only from GoPro: GoPro is famous for producing cameras that record extremely stable video. Video that is smooth even at highest speeds and during the most intense sports. The HD Helmet HERO takes GoPro’s obsession with stable video to the next level, keeping the action amazingly stable with no wobble or “jello-cam” shakiness that plagues other wearable HD cameras. See for yourself in these sample videos: click here.

Shoot 5 megapixel Photos Automatically, a Feature Available only from GoPro: GoPro’s HD HERO products are the only wearable sports cameras to offer automatic photo-taking modes, making hands-free photo capture a reality. You’ll be amazed at the in-action photos you’ll capture thanks to an ability to shoots a photo every 2, 5, 10, 30 or 60 seconds, automatically. Other photo modes include traditional single shot, triple shot and self-timer modes, making the HD Helmet HERO the only camera you need to document not only the most active moments of your life…but also the more relaxed moments where a traditional photo is what you want. You’ll also appreciate the edge to edge sharpness of the 170º wide angle lens as well as the HD Helmet HERO’s terrific low light performance (1.4 lux).

Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery lasts 2.5 Hours, Heater Included: The included 1100mAh Lithium-Ion battery lasts 2.5 hours and is rechargeable through any USB port. You can charge it with your computer or with any USB compatible wall or car charger. You can even use the camera while the battery is charging, convenient for filming road trips where you might leave the camera running for long periods of time. A second battery can be added to the back of the camera, doubling the battery life to 5 hours (see Battery Bakpac under Optional Accessories, below). AC/DC wall outlet and car cigarette lighter-based chargers are also available from GoPro. For colder temperatures, an integrated battery heater helps keep the battery warm during winter sports, extending recording times beyond what’s possible with other camera systems.

Largest Storage Capacity of Any Wearable Camera: 32GB Capacity for 9+ Hours: Using up to a 32 GB SD card (not included) allows for 9+ hours of HD video or thousands of still photos when using the automatic photo mode. Also works with smaller 2, 4, 8, and 16GB SD cards. Write speed does not affect the performance of the camera, though GoPro does recommend using only well known, name-brand SD cards for maximum reliability.

Industry’s Widest Angle Lens (170º) Now Shoots 127º Wide Angle, Too: A sharp wide angle lens is critical to capturing the raw excitement of action sports – not only to capture the scenery flying by, but also to get your ski tips, handlebars, and the horizon in the frame to give you a sense of speed and adrenaline. GoPro’s cameras are famous for their wide angle lenses, the widest, sharpest, and highest performance lenses available in any wearable sports camera. Plus, when mounted on equipment, the 170º lens is wide enough to capture yourself in the scene, to really record your exploits. But this is no “fisheye”…you’ll see remarkably little distortion, despite the wide angle.

Unique to the HD HERO line of cameras is the ability to shoot in both 170º and 127º wide angle modes. The 960p and 720p video modes utilize the full170º wide angle, while a lesser wide angle view of 127º is possible in the 1080p video resolution. This gives you more creative control and the opportunity to capture the action with different “lenses”…making for a more professional looking video. In reality, the lens is the same but the processing power of the HD HERO camera makes this convenient feature a reality. Professional image quality, edge to edge sharpness, and the industry’s best distance focus makes for exceptionally clear HD videos and photos. Shockproof / Waterproof (180′ / 60m) Housing Protects Camera from the Environment. Polycarbonate shockproof, waterproof housing protects the camera from rocks, rain, snow, and on dives down as deep as 180′ (60m). Proven in the giant surf around the world from Hawaii to Tahiti, Mexico to Northern California, you can be sure the housing will protect your HD HERO camera during even the most extreme of water-sports. Stainless steel buttons allow the camera to be fully operated when inside the housing, even with gloves on.

Optional Accessories Available in Early 2010, Compatible with all HD HERO Cameras: A HERO BUS expansion port on the back of the camera allows you to click in expansion “Bakpac” modules allowing for add-on features, including: LCD Bakpac, a click-on LCD screen attaches to the back of the camera, allowing for instant preview / review of your footage as you capture it. Battery Bakpac, a click-in secondary battery allows for 2.5 hours more recording time, for a total of 5 hours recording time between charging batteries. Can also be used as a wall charger for additional HD HERO Lithium-Ion batteries.

Major Upgrades from Earlier Models: The HD HERO line’s many upgrades from the earlier standard-definition WIDE HERO include:

• Three HD video resolution modes: 1080p, 960p, and 720p.
• WVGA wide screen standard definition video at 60 frames per second
• Shoots up to 60 frames/second for slow motion playback in WVGA and 720p resolutions
• Rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery with 2.5 hours of record time
• Camera can be powered by car or wall charger, battery will charge while recording
• Support for up to 32GB SD cards, 9+ hours of HD video recording
• Professional sound system with for great sound in high wind environments.
• Improved low light performance for both video and photo modes
• Dual wide angle views now available: 127º in 1080p, 170º in 960p and 720p.
• Brighter status LED and louder status beep for easier controlling of camera
• HERO BUS expansion port for adding LCD screen, extra battery, etc.
• Waterproof depth rating is increased from 100′ / 30m to 180′ / 60m

HD Helmet HERO Includes Versatile Mounting Hardware for Helmets, Body, and Gear: The HD Helmet HERO’s camera mounting hardware has been proven at the highest levels of sport. It’s been worn by more world record setting athletes than any other wearable camera, including by two time “Highest Jump on a Motorcycle” world record holder Ronnie Renner, and the “Highest Jump on a BMX Bicycle” world record holder. GoPro’s camera mounts have been proven in the heaviest waves in Hawaii, Tahiti, Mexico, and Northern California…used by professional surfers looking to document their most heroic moments in giant surf. Industrial-grade 3M brand adhesive tape used on the flat and curved mounts can be removed if desired. This all means you can mount your HD Helmet HERO camera with confidence. The HD Helmet HERO comes with:

• 5 Megapixel HD HERO Camera
• 1 Waterproof Quick-Release Housing (180′/60 m)
• 1 Rechargeable 1100 mAh Lithium-Ion Battery
• 2 curved surface 3M® adhesive mounts for attaching camera to non-vented helmets and gear with curved surfaces
• 2 flat surface 3M® adhesive mounts for mounting camera on gear with flat surfaces
• 1 vented helmet strap for vented helmets including bike, ski, skate, and kayak helmets, for example
• 1 three-way pivoting arm for mounting on the side of helmets and gear. Provides full range of adjustability when mounting camera in more complex positions
• 1 headlamp-style head strap, can also stretch over helmets allowing for sharing of camera and experimenting on different helmets prior to mounting with adhesive mounts
• 2 Quick-Release Buckles
• 1 USB Cable
• 1 Component Video (HDTV) Cable
• 1 Composite Video + Audio Out Cable

Replacement lens kits are also available for $20, so there’s little worry of scratching the tempered glass lens while going for glory. Trash the housing in a massive crash? Replacements are available for $40. It’s a GoPro…go for it.

Warranty: One Year

GoPro CHDHH-001 HD Helmet HERO High-Definition Waterproof Digital Camerafor Sports

• Professional-grade full HD video up to 1080p
• 60 frames per second option in 720p and WVGA resolutions provides liquid smooth slow motion playback. 30 frames per second recording option available in all HD resolutions (720p, 960p and 1080p)
• Videos can be easily edited with iMovie or Windows Movie Maker
• Industry’s widest angle (170º) and sharpest lens captures more of the scene, including you. 127º wide angle viewing area in 1080p provides a different perspective
• Includes easy to apply mounts for attaching camera to virtually all helmets, as well as to gear and body. Impact-resistant housing is waterproof to 180 ft (60 meters)

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Victorinox Special Etched Soldier Knife with Collector’s Book

Victorinox Special Etched Soldier Knife with Collector’s Book - From the renowned company that created the Swiss Army knife a century ago comes this complete set of all-purpose handy tools–all neatly contained in a single implement that measures just 3-1/2 inches (91 millimeters) long. Sheathed in silver, the Soldier is a convenient toolbox small enough to fit into a pocket. A valued companion, this pocket knife contains seven stainless-steel tools and carries a lifetime warranty against defects. The tools include a large knife blade, can opener, small screwdriver, bottle opener, large screwdriver, wire stripper, and reamer. And, for the true Swiss Army fan, this set also includes Swiss Army Knives: A Collector’s Companion by Derek Jackson, a hardcover illustrated book documenting every aspect of Swiss Army knives.

Soldier Tools:

• Large blade
• Can opener
• Small screwdriver
• Bottle opener
• Large screwdriver
• Wire stripper
• Reamer

About Swiss Army Knives: A Collector’s Companion by Derek Jackson: There are certain objects that rise above the norm and become icons – instantly recognisable for their simplicity of design, striking appearance and ease of operation. Victorinox’s Original Swiss Army Knife is just such an icon. The knife in its many forms has sold in millions all over the World. When advertising departments want to associate their product with reliability and functionality they go for an image that’s instantly recognisable – and the symbol they often choose is Victorinox’s distinctively red, multi-bladed knife. An international name today, Victorinox’s beginnings were very parochial, the factory is still based in the small hamlet of Schwyz and employs local people. Although there has inevitably been some mechanisation over the years the knives are still assembled by hand. This colorful, highly illustrated book examines all aspects of the Swiss Army Knife from the first Officers Knife produced for the Swiss Army to the latest Milennium Cyberitool. There are chapters on the manufacturing process, the variety of blades and tools and a gallery of old and new knives which appear in a wide variety of styles, with plenty to interest the collector.

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Stanley 95-891 Heavy Duty Clamp Light

Stanley 95-891 Heavy Duty Clamp Light – Opens to 3-1/2″ wide to allow for gripping onto ceiling beams, floor joists, and countertops. Features 80 lumen light that rotates 350 to focus light on work material. Uses either 2 or 4 “C” batteries for 15 to 30 hours of run time. 3W. LED bulb.

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• Clamp feature provides hands-free use; patent-pending
• Clamp opens to 3-1/2-inch wide to allow for gripping onto ceiling beams, floor joists, and table tops
• 350-Degree rotational head with 120-Degree tilt focuses light where it is needed most
• Powerful flood lighting will illuminate a large work surface
• 2 or 4 Cell battery technology-patented; uses 4 C batteries

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