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Protect Your Camera’s Memory with Pelican

November 24th, 2007 · Comments

Pelican Memory Card Holder Cases

gCaptain readers know we are big fans of Pelican Cases and Flashlights and may also know that we have destroyed memory cards in the past. This is why we are excited about a simple new product from our favorite tough guys; Pelican’s Memory Card Cases.

Pelican Micro CaseOur plan; purchase Sanyo’s Xacti Waterproof Flash Memory Camcorder protect it in a Pelican Micro Case and start taking video this blog. In our opinion $20 is a low price to pay for piece of mind.

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The Best Knives for the Pro-Mariner

November 16th, 2007 · Comments

Spyderco AssistI carry three things with me every time I go on deck. A Pelican Flashlight, Channel Locks and my knife. I have tried many and my absolute favorite knife is the Spyderco Assist!
What makes this the best knife?

  • Thanks to the sheepsfoot blade I know I’m not going to acciently stab myself in bad weather
  • It has a built in (really loud) whistle in case I go overboard.
  • It’s designed to open with one hand
  • Sypderco are simply the best quality knifes.
  • The combotip allows you to have the benefits of both a straight and serrated edge.
  • See the ridges on the back of the blade and again on the front of the handle? If you open the blade just enough to get a line in then squeeze the blade against the handle you’ll very safely cut the line.

How sharp does the knife have to be for the last “trick”? Very sharp but spyderco has Free Sharpening for life and a broken blade will never cost you more than $25 to replace. If you are looking for a simpler/thinner knife be sure to check out the Leatherman Rescue.
Leatherman Wave
If I don’t have my spyderco on me it means I’m carrying my second favorite knife; the Leatherman Wave. A great multipurpose knife since leatherman has an excellent warranty, each knife has both a straight edge and serrated blade. These blades are located on the outside of the knife so they are easily accessible with one hand.

With the Spyderco Assist being sold at Amazon for $59 and the Leatherman Wave on sale for $65 you can probably afford both and thank us the next time a storm rolls through during lines.

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