essential accessories
while thinking 'Swiss Quality' to accompany you through life's adventures - the innovative Sigg aluminium high quality bottle is suitable for any kind of drink, not just water. Unbreakable and stylish with a unique, easy-to-clean, crack resistant liner provides a safe and hygienic, completely recyclable alternative to plastic bottles. www.sigg.ch
still on the subject of drinking water...
the Steripen Traveler transforms a litre of river or pond water into safe drinking water in 96 seconds. Weighing less than 100g, it is the only hand-held water purifier that uses UV light to destroy the DNA of bacteria,viruses and protozoa.
and the only "portable water purification drinking straw" that is not iodine based - the light, compact reusable 'istraw' from Australia should filter up to 500 litres. Good for the backpak (or briefcase) - no tablets, no aftertaste, just cleaner water. www.istraw.co.uk
for total peace of mind especially in remote places where mobile phones don't work and anything can happen...
have a Ranger3 Compass on you - it's a classic base plate compass that's used by defense forces around the world with a built-in magnifier for detailed map reading and a luminous stripe of the needle. www.leisure.ordnancesurvey.co.uk
pack the world's first personal satellite messenger - the unique SPOT Satellite Messenger - so you and your loved ones have peace of mind knowing help is always within reach. SPOT is the only device of its kind, using the GPS satellite network to acquire its coordinates, and then sending its location – with a link to Google Maps™ – and a pre-programmed message via a commercial satellite network. And unlike Personal Locator Beacons, SPOT does more than just call for help. Tracking your progress, checking in with loved ones, and non-emergency assistance are also available, all at the push of a button. And because it uses 100% satellite technology, SPOT works around the world – even where cell phones don't. www.findmeaspot.eu
and be better safe than sorry, take with you a ...
Zippo Hand Warmerâ„¢, built for winter warriors; it features a sleek and compact design, and fits easily into pocket, gloves and trousers, without the bulk of other handwarmers. The Hand Warmer uses Zippo premium lighter fluid to produce more than 10 times the heat as tradtional models and lasts for up to 24 hours. It is exactly what you need to keep winter at bay and perfect for outdoor activities such as golfing, fishing, and hiking, or simply walking to work. www.whitbyandco.co.uk
very light Life Systems Thermal Blanket with which, when wrapped around the body, reflects over 80% of radiated body heat to provide personal protection in the event of an accident, trauma or unexpected exposure to extreme cold. www.lifesystems.co.uk
see the light - and get your hands on Powerplus torch from Puma. It uses a wind-up motor so you don't need batteries - ideal to keep in your camping kit. It has 3 beams (standard, high power, high power flashing), shines to 30 meters and is small enough to fit in your pocket.
very light Life Systems Thermal Blanket with which, when wrapped around the body, reflects over 80% of radiated body heat to provide personal protection in the event of an accident, trauma or unexpected exposure to extreme cold. www.lifesystems.co.uk
see the light - and get your hands on Powerplus torch from Puma. It uses a wind-up motor so you don't need batteries - ideal to keep in your camping kit. It has 3 beams (standard, high power, high power flashing), shines to 30 meters and is small enough to fit in your pocket.