Some people need to know whether a small handheld GPS unit is sufficient, or if they need a full blown laptop computer with a GPS. This article discusses the pros and cons of each.
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Monthly Archives: December 2007
Katadyn Combi Water Filter – Video Review
Here is our video review of the Katadyn Combi Water Filter. We know this filter – we used it every day for about six months and all in all it’s a great unit.
Buying A Used Panasonic Toughbook
Travelling with a laptop has a lot of great advantages – but expedition travelling requires something a little more robust than your average computer. However, new fully rugged laptops are beyond most people’s budget. This article describes what to look for when buying a used Panasonic Toughbook laptop.
How to Sit in a Canoe: Paddler Position
How a canoeist sits in a canoe is really important – there are two opinions in this area. Either you sit high up on a seat in a canoe, or you kneel, low down. This article discusses the two approaches.
Canoe Construction Materials
Canoes are made from various construction materials including wood canvas, cedar strip, aluminum, fibreglass, and kevlar. This article describes the different material types so help you decide what you material you would prefer for your own canoe.
Canoe Hull Design
There are six really important elements in the design of a canoe hull. In no particular order they are tumblehome, bottom profile, rocker, rise, depth (freeboard), and length. This article explains each component to help you decide what style of canoe is best for you.