What did you buy today?
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Bought a second OneTigris Canteen Pouch, a very adjustable water bottle holder which is pretty much some MOLLE attachments fixed to a gigantic Velcro wrap. I'd been after this model particularly because finding something to fit the Nalgene Oasis canteens I like isn't easy: they're practically identical to the US army canteen but the options I've found weren't suitable for my needs. Unfortunately the OneTigris pouch seemed to be ridiculously pricey to get in the UK until I found it on AliExpress.
It's a pretty solid design, highly adjustable to fit most canteens and bottles
It's a pretty solid design, highly adjustable to fit most canteens and bottles
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OK, I really like the flexibility of mounting and the design - but - 2 x 2032 batteries will only give you 0.36Ah and at 3v that's about an hour into a 1w LED - Have I got something wrong? My point being, you couldn't really use it as a bike light or a head torch.
Sorry, not trying to be negative, I was really excited by the look.
REVIEW: Polymath Products OmniTorch LED Torch
Our short review of the Polymath Products OmniTorch - a tiny, cube-shaped LED torch with multiple attachment options and 60 lumen light output.
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"The 60 lumen output is about right for creating contrast and shadows across a footprint without totally destroying any adaptive night vision, and is also the right output for quietly searching through pouches or kitbags in a vehicle without disturbing others. The manufacturer claims a runtime of 8-10 hours, but I haven’t reached that limit yet."
Dunno.... Just quoting.
REVIEW: Polymath Products OmniTorch LED Torch
Our short review of the Polymath Products OmniTorch - a tiny, cube-shaped LED torch with multiple attachment options and 60 lumen light output.
"The 60 lumen output is about right for creating contrast and shadows across a footprint without totally destroying any adaptive night vision, and is also the right output for quietly searching through pouches or kitbags in a vehicle without disturbing others. The manufacturer claims a runtime of 8-10 hours, but I haven’t reached that limit yet."
Dunno.... Just quoting.
LOL, let me know when you've tried it please
Mmm... I would like to be proven wrong, and maybe I've missed something, but:
W = V x A (watts, volts, amps)
2032 = around 180mAh, 2 batteries = 360mAh (0.36Ah) (some makes of CR2032 give up to 240mAh - so a little more power)
At 3v that equals 1.08wh
Ignoring efficiencies, 60 lumens = 0.7watts (approx, typically the light emitted from a 1w LED)
So, max duration will be 1.08/0.7 = 1.54 hours
W = V x A (watts, volts, amps)
2032 = around 180mAh, 2 batteries = 360mAh (0.36Ah) (some makes of CR2032 give up to 240mAh - so a little more power)
At 3v that equals 1.08wh
Ignoring efficiencies, 60 lumens = 0.7watts (approx, typically the light emitted from a 1w LED)
So, max duration will be 1.08/0.7 = 1.54 hours
Backcountry bivy - brilliant service from Valley and Peak. First one sent out was lost in the post so they sent a replacement direct from the suppliers by courier on next day.
https://valleyandpeak.co.uk/brands/sierra-designs/tents-and-shelters/backcountry-bivy-3000/
https://valleyandpeak.co.uk/brands/sierra-designs/tents-and-shelters/backcountry-bivy-3000/
From fogstar UK, 18650 batteries to go with the sofirn headlight and a single charger. They are 3500mah so should be better than the stock one hopefully, and a mate has ordered the headlight too so he's gonna have my spare stock battery. Oh and got a couple of these cool little plastic cases that were 30p each.
Following a demo by JD at the North Wales camp last weekend, I've just received this. I'll be trying it out tonight
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H25L(D25L) Powerful 1000 Lumens Rechargeable Headlamp
Specification:1. Bright Nice Beam: With dual LH351D LED 5000K 90 High CRI, the headlamp delivers 1000 lumens with a comfortable nice beam. Featuring 5 different modes: Low, Medium 1, Medium 2, High, Turbo, 2. USB Rechargeable: Designed with a hidden USB port, the headlamp is rechargeable.3...www.sofirnlight.com
Techinically I ordered one last week but it arrived today. Good first impressions, it's a nice solid item just have to gave a play around with it when it gets dark tonight
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£20....
Pre drilled Peace Pipe Head.
ravenforge.com
Pre drilled Peace Pipe Head.
Peace Pipe Axe Head - Seconds
These axe heads are seconds as they are not up to our usual standards, they could do with cleaning up/polishing but still a nice little functioning peace pipe head. You must be over 18 to purchase
ravenforge.com
Techinically I ordered one last week but it arrived today. Good first impressions, it's a nice solid item just have to gave a play around with it when it gets dark tonight
Been farting around in the camper today fitting a storage cupboard in the space where the useless microwave oven was put by its previous owner and checking Jubilee clips and cabling before I made the base semi-permanent. Nice not to have that white light bounce back and be able to see properly. Single battery, super simple.
Arived just now as I cower inside to avoid the pouring rain, a waterproof cover for my ancient Munro.
Should do the job.
ATB
Tom
Should do the job.
ATB
Tom
Backcountry Bivy. Arrived Tuesday and I used it last night on a mid week backpacking trip on the Purbecks. Really like it. The generous top opening with two way zippers makes it easy to get in and out of and keep ventilated or close up.
https://valleyandpeak.co.uk/brands/sierra-designs/tents-and-shelters/backcountry-bivy-3000/
https://valleyandpeak.co.uk/brands/sierra-designs/tents-and-shelters/backcountry-bivy-3000/
Yes. It’s very roomy. I had a Thermarest Prolite Apex mat and a large pillow! Weighs about 400g and size of a small loaf.Nice ... Does it take a mat OK too?
(Oh, I can see it if make the picture bigger
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H25L(D25L) Powerful 1000 Lumens Rechargeable Headlamp
Specification:1. Bright Nice Beam: With dual LH351D LED 5000K 90 High CRI, the headlamp delivers 1000 lumens with a comfortable nice beam. Featuring 5 different modes: Low, Medium 1, Medium 2, High, Turbo, 2. USB Rechargeable: Designed with a hidden USB port, the headlamp is rechargeable.3...
While you‘re on, check the BLF (BudgetLightForums) LT1 lantern. Really decent battery lantern designed by absolute nitpicking torch aficionados. We use one in the campervan, and as bedside lamps at home, can even adjust the cool white to warm white.
This IS very good by the way. Going to work out a way to put a green filter on it but an excellent bit of kit.
Thank you for the link.
Four new things in one photo.
Helikon Bergen, the moral patch on it, camo cover for it (Concamo) and an orange raincover for it.
Camo cover is not rainproof. So for rainy days there are two options.
#1. Orange raincover on if I want to be easily spotted.
#2. Orange raincover on and on top of that the camo cover if wanted to be stealthy.
Helikon Bergen, the moral patch on it, camo cover for it (Concamo) and an orange raincover for it.
Camo cover is not rainproof. So for rainy days there are two options.
#1. Orange raincover on if I want to be easily spotted.
#2. Orange raincover on and on top of that the camo cover if wanted to be stealthy.
Two of these in Black - on in XL , one in XXL because i'm unsure of the fit and one will be getting sent back for a refund.
Significant investment.
ukmcpro.co.uk
Significant investment.
Parka MIG 4.0 Carinthia: Confort & Protection Ultime -15°C
Découvrez la parka Mig 4.0 de Carinthia, l'alliée parfaite des professionnels en mission face aux défis climatiques. Imperméabilité, isolation G-Loft®, coupe-vent Gore Windstopper® : protection jusqu'à -15°C, confort et mobilité assurés. Organisez efficacement votre équipement grâce à ses 7 poches.
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