Batteries for GPS units
I’ve tried NiMH batteries (1.2v 1500mA) and found they last around 5 hours tops, NiCd are worse. The best thing I’ve found are Energizer’s AA Lithium batteries, they last for ages & are very very light
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HIKING BOOTS: HI-TEC V-lite Altitude Ultra WPi Ion-Mask
The Hi-tec Altitude Ultra V-lite WPi is a lightweight leather boot that uses a waterproofing system called “Ion Mask”, which makes the boot completely waterproof but without using a waterproof membrane (such Gore-Tex or eVent) or sock liner, which many people find sweaty and nothing like as breathable as they’d have you believe. The boot » read more »