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KAYAK KABOOSE



 

 

Hello fellow paddlers,

 

GC Adventure Gear welcomes Kayak Kaboose. As US representatives for the Kaboose, we are excited to be apart of the fun in helping provide better paddle adventures for individuals, families, groups, and organizations. Take More - Stay Longer.

For more information, please follow think:
http://www.gcadventuregear.com/kayak-kaboose/

 

 

 

 



  

Goal Zero, Nomad 7, w/Guide 10 Plus Adventure Kit

Goal Zero's Nomad 7 Solar panel
w/the Guide 10 power supply

 Just as advancements in technology have changed photography & video, and created social media outlets - it has also changed the way we live our lives.



For more information, please follow thins link:

http://www.gcadventuregear.com/goal-zero-nomad7-solar/

The Ten Essentials

The Mountaineers 'Ten Essentials'  A Systems Approach

In their book, Freedom of the Hills, their list of Ten Essentials has transformed from a list of essential items to a system that better prepares you for survival in the event that you find yourself in a 'situation'.

For more information, please follow this link:
http://www.gcadventuregear.com/the-ten-essentials-a-systems-approach/

Product Reviews - Coming Soon

Roughing it, but staying warm and dry.  Relying on your wits, but being comfortable.  Going home with a story of a not so perfect adventure, but looking forward to doing it again soon.  These are our stories and the gear that helped us keep it together and get us out.


* Black Diamond Distance Trekking Poles

* Jet Boil, Flash Personal Cooking System

* Jet Boil, Coffee Press

* Grand Trunk, Skeeter Beeter Hammock

* Midland, GTX Hand Held Two-Way Radio w/ Weather Band

* Silva, Ranger CLO Compass

* Gregory, All Mountain 'Savant 58' Back Pack

* MSR, Lightning Flash Snow Shoes & Tails

* Goal Zero, Guide 10 Solar Adventure Kit

Rayovac Sportsman Xtreme 1 Watt LED Headlight

Because of this headlight's weight, simplicity of only using 1 AA battery, and price - under $15.00, this little goody goes into our Gotta Have-It Bag.  Though the white, or bright light consumes battery life with in a couple of hours, this can be remedied by using the lower intensity red or blue LED light and carrying and extra AA battery.

Function: why use a head light?  When there is no other available light source, trying to do the most basic chores with only one hand becomes difficult.  Whether you are cooking, setting up your tent, reading a book, or washing your hands - have both hands free is an absolute necessity.

 

Once your gear list has been tweaked just right, you will have considered standardizing your batteries as much as possible.  Once this has been done, you can now carry a Solar recharging panel and rechargeable AA batteries and be on your way to self sufficiency.


 

• Lightweight & Water Resistant
• 1W Luxeon LED up to 45 Lumens and lasts for 100,000 Hours
• Three 5mm LEDs in red and blue
• Powered by only one AA Rayovac Alkaline Battery
• Run time = 2 Hours using white Luxeon LED
• Uses 1 AA Battery (included)
• Adjustable spot/flood diffuser
• 0.03 lbs

Red LED

Light weight, compact and simple

Packa Rain Coat and Backpack Cover

Back in '99' My no. 1 son and I took a drive up to Black River Falls, WI to do a little backpackin. He was 10 and we were unprepared for the down pour that ensued. Rather than soak him on his 1st backpacking trip, we turned the GC Adventure Mobile around and headed for home. Our next trip was different. We set off for the Porcupine Mountains in Michigan's U.P. This time we each had rain gear and pack covers. But, what happens when it rains hard and that little gap between your back and your pack lets water in and soaks your pack? What happens when toilet paper gets wet? What happens if your snacks, clothing, and sleeping bag get wet? You got it, the fun factor goes way down - not to mention that your pack weight goes way up.  What about zip lock bags, garbage bags, and dry bags? All great ideas and recommended, but the back of your pack still gets wet.
Now, have you ever thought you had all the bases covered only to realize that there was something missing? This has happened to me a lot over the years and it usually ends up with a really great idea - but that's as far as it goes.

Here's where the packa comes in. The packa is a raincoat/backpack cover that does not allow any rain between your back and your pack. It's a simple, easy to use, and light weight product that you want along on any trip. The whole package folds up neatly into its own pocket. I was amazed at how well this product fit into my packing philosophy: Light, simple, and multi purpose.  The fit and function of the Packa is well thought out.  If the weather is questionable, put the packa on your backpack as a rain cover; just slip the rain coat sleeves and torso section under the cover, and now you are ready.  At the moment the weather turns, or you want more wind protection, just reach back and pull out the sleeves and torso section.  Slide your arms into the sleeves, zip up the coat, and pull up your hood; all with out stopping to take off your backpack.  It's very simple and effective.
 The Packa comes in different sizes for both the hiker and the backpack. And, pit zips come standard on the Packa.
For the day hiker or serious backpacker who is concerned about weight and staying warm and dry - and who isn't, the Packa is for you!
For more information and details on how you can purchase a Packa, visit: thepacka.com/