4 Gizmos BioLogic
Hard Case (1) $99.00
www.thinkbiologic.com
For kayak anglers, a smartphone is only as good as the case that protects it. BioLogic’s Hard Case is made of machined aluminum that is cut and beveled to look like a Stealth bomber. Seven star-screws join the front of the case with the back to create a water- tight package. A clear screen cover protects from scratches and completes the water- proof barrier. The Hard Case is waterproof to one meter and completely dustproof. Inside, the phone is cradled in silicone pad- ding to protect against drops and crashes. A small plug closes the headphone jack and all buttons and functions are accessible. The Hard Case fits iPhone 5 and iPhone 5s.
Garmin
VIRB Elite (2) $399.99
www.garmin.com
Everything you hate about other action cameras you will love about Garmin’s new VIRB Elite. With one-touch recording, a 1.4-inch LCD viewing screen, no external housing and high quality video and photos, there is a lot to love about this palm-sized camera. The waterproof camera films in high definition and takes 12 megapixel photos at the same time. Best of all, an internal stabilizer keeps the scene steady on rough seas. And a GPS marks location, accelerometer tracks speed and altimeter shows altitude. The VIRB Elite can be oper- ated remotely with any smart device and Garmin’s video editing software makes it easy to turn raw film into fishing memories.
RayMarine
DragonFly 5.7 (3) $719.99
www.raymarine.com
RayMarine has long been respected as a leader in marine electronics. Now kayak anglers have access to their high-powered fishfinder and GPS technology with the compact, feature-filled Dragonfly. Dual channel CHIRP transducer presents an almost photographic image of bottom structure and fish. The 50 channel GPS is programmed with Navionics navigation software. This tough unit is tested against spray and grime to last for years of abuse mounted in a kayak. And the intuitive in- terface is easy to figure out so anglers can take advantage of all the tools this power- ful unit has to offer.
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Mariner Tide (4) $100.00
www.freestyleusa.com
One essential fishing tool that many anglers overlook is a wrist watch. Freestyle’s Mari- ner watch displays time of day, tide time, direction and height, sunrise and sunset and includes a stopwatch, alarm and timer. The polycarbonate housing is water resis- tant to 100 meters and the silicone band is strong and comfortable. Time flies on the water, keep track of it with Freestyle’s Mariner watch.
ThermaCELL
Heated Insole (5) $99.99
www.thermacell.com
Cold feet are the Achilles heel of any kayak angler who fishes through the winter. Ther- maCELL are the first battery operated, heated insole that uses a remote-control to manage the heat. A rechargeable battery heats the toe area to 106 degrees on the highest setting, just warm enough to keep feet toasty without overheating. The poly- urethane foot bed is ergonomically shaped to be comfortable enough to go all day. Most important, ThermaCELLs are water- resistant to survive leaky waders.
FishHunter
FishFinder (6) $199.99
www.fishhunter.com
Finally there is a way to have a fishfinder without all the wires. The FishHunter fish- finder is a baseball-sized, orange transduc- er that wirelessly sends depth, bottom im- ages and water temperature to an Apple or Android smart device. The fishfinder data is displayed on FishHunter’s app, which also provides basic GPS location, weather and astronomical data and a fish-identification database. Using the app, anglers can keep a detailed fishing log and connect with other anglers on the FishHunter social net- work. Users can even show off their catch in FishHunter’s online photo contest.
Lock and Load Railblaza
C-Tug Cart (1) $169.00
www.c-tug.net
Stop dragging your kayak around like a cave man. RailBlaza’s C-Tug has a unique design that is easy to use and hard to break. The cart is made out of high-density plastic that is light and tough. Even the wheels are solid plastic that is impossible to puncture. Two reinforced cross members snap together and apart in seconds, making the cart easy to breakdown for storage. A broad, padded cradle provides a perfect fit regardless of the hull shape. Two thick webbing straps and a plastic buckle can be cinched tight to keep the kayak in place. Add a pair of Sidewinder wheel extenders to traverse soft sand.
Malone XtraLight
Trailer (2) $999.99
www.maloneautoracks.com
Looking for a trailer to lug around your kayak, but don’t have a wheelbarrow full of cash?
Malone’s new XtraLight trailer is an economi- cal version of their popular XtraSport trailer. The XtraLight packs the same galvanized box-frame, two-piece extended tounge, five- lug wheels, galvanized axle and leaf-spring suspension as the higher end model with composite fenders and steel wheels to save weight and money. Rig the trailer with any of Malone’s high-quality accessories to carry anything from kayaks to bikes to gear.
Rhino Rack
T-Load (3) $299.00
www.rhinorack.com
Trouble loading your kayak on the roof of your SUV? Trouble fitting your kayak to the roof of your compact car? Check out Rhino Rack’s T-Load. With an adjustable height and tilt the T-Load fits almost any make and model of car and attaches to a stan- dard two-inch hitch receiver. Simply lift the bow of the kayak and place it on the T-load, then move to the stern and push and lift the kayak onto the roof rack. The T-Load will also provide extra support when carrying a long kayak on a short car.
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