Garmin’s 2010 BlueChart g2 and BlueChart g2 Vision marine cartography has been designed to match as closely as possible the appearance of paper charts on your chartplotter screen. They make it simple to identify intertidal zones, depth contours, spot soundings, navaids, wrecks and obstructions. Both products provide basic charts, tidal stations, currents, perspective view and fishing charts - but in addition, they allow improved transition between zoom levels and chart boundaries, plus animated data on the direction and strength of currents. BlueChart g2 Vision (pictured) adds to all of this with high-resolution satellite imagery and true Mariner’s Eye View above water or Fish Eye underwater perspective. Wednesday, 30 June 2010 13:43
The Waeco S32 (a 32-litre thermoelectric cool bag) comes with 12v DC car lead and separate 230v AC mains adaptor. The bag is lightweight and folds away for easy storage when not in use. With its two-way ventilation system for fast cold air distribution, it cools to around five degrees Centigrade and is 100 per cent CFC-free. The inner foil is seamless, its lid is leak-proof and it is able to carry a 1.5-litre bottle upright. The shoulder straps are sturdy and adjustable and there are ample pockets for your accessories, such as cutlery, napkins and bottle opener. It’s well priced too.Price: £44.95
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Designed and developed here in Blighty by extreme sports company, Ultra Sport Europe, the new Random range of buoyancy aids is about to hit British waters. With four styles (two for men and two for women) each vest has been designed to cater for boarders and skiers, with striking graphics and durable hardwearing fabrics. The Switch and the Barb (pictured) use super-stretch material and a design that is free of buckles and zips - ideal for keen wakeboarders. And for skiers, Random offers the Wired for men and the Medusa for ladies. They provide easy entry with additional built in back support and ‘Glide Skin’ Neoprene for close fit and reduced water retention. It’s dedicated gear and it shows.
e Calling (DSC) capabilities when interfaced with a compatible GPS, plus a large, high-resolution display and rotary selection controls for quick and easy manipulation of the menus with cold, wet fingers. Waterproof to IPX7, the ergonomic fist microphone with alphanumerical keys provides a secure grip and is weather-resistant, whatever the conditions. All accessories are provided as standard, including bracket, external speaker connector, weather cover and bulkhead mounting kit. It’s great looking and very well priced equipment. 