If a compass had a brain

Article Abstract:

High-technology navigational devices can help backpackers to keep from getting lost. Some are easier to use than others, and the units can cost as little as $129 and as much as $499. Four models are rated, with price, memory, ease of use and other factors discussed.

Global Positioning System, Garmin GPS 38 (GPS receiver), Lowrance Electronics GlobalNAV 200 (GPS receiver), Magellan 200XL (GPS receiver), Trimble Scoutmaster (GPS receiver)

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The truth leaks out

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Ratings for 13 waterproofing products for leather are provided, and the best performers include Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy-Duty Water Repellant Spray and Tectron Boot/Shoe Protector. The products are either water-based, wax-based, silicone-based, or fluoropolymer-based.

Cover Story, Protection and preservation, Boots, Waterproofing, Aqua Seal (Water repellent treatment), Bee Seal Liquid (Water repellent treatment), Bee Seal Plus (Water repellent treatment), Biwell Classic Wax (Water repellent treatment), Biwell Trekking Silicone (Water repellent treatment), Kiwi Camp Dry Beeswax (Water repellent treatment), Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy-Duty Water Repellant Spray (Water repellent treatment), Mink Oil (Water repellent treatment), Nikwax Aqueous Wax (Water repellent treatment), Nikwax Waterproofing Wax (Water repellent treatment), Scotchgard Spray (Water repellent treatment), Sno-Seal (Water repellent treatment), Tectron Boot/Shoe Protector (Water repellent treatment)

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Raising the stakes

Article Abstract:

Even stand-alone tents need to be securely fastened, or else a stiff gust of wind can send them airborne. The best tent stakes, including which materials, shapes and sizes to use, are described. Steel and aluminum are better than synthetic materials.

Camping, Tents, Camping equipment

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