Miscellaneous Gear Review

Oct 20, 20241 min read

US to UK plug Adaptor

If you are going to the UK, it's important to have a a plug adaptor for your electronics. This adaptor will do the job, as well as...

Electronics

Oct 20, 20241 min read

Bag Tags

When you are out on a kayak expedition, you will have a lot of dry bags and compression sacks. It gets to be taxing on your memory to...

Jan 29, 20241 min read

MeeFar Universal Car Soft Roof Rack Pads

I bought the Meefar Soft Roof Rack to transport my new Rockpool Taran from the Factory in Anglesey to the launch point of the expeditio...

Racks

Dec 9, 20231 min read

3M Adhesive Mounts

I've tried a lot of ways to get my water bottles fastened on the floor of the cockpit to make use of the available space, and I think I...

Dec 4, 20231 min read

Honey Stinger Waffles

I really like the Honey Stinger Waffles. They are tasty, have a lot of calories for when you are paddling and need some quick energy on...

Jul 10, 20231 min read

Polar Insulated Water Bottle

I usually use these Polar Insulated Water Bottles for cycling, but they also work very well for kayaking. You can wrap the water proof...

Jun 27, 20231 min read

7-Select Extra Strength Energy Shot

I carried two bottles of these energy shots in case I got into a situation where I needed to paddle through the night. This Brand is one...

Jun 26, 20231 min read

Grated Cheese

Grated cheese is a great way to improve the taste of bland food. It especially makes Chef Boyardee Pasta edible. It works great with...

Jun 22, 20231 min read

Energy Shot Acai & Pomegranate Stacker

This is one of the energy shots that I like to take if I need a boost of energy in a really long and arduous paddle (like a 40 miles or...

Jun 7, 20231 min read

Moveit Shippers

To ship my kayak from Miami to Seattle I used a company called move it Moveit. Shippers. They came to pick up the kayak at my house and...

Shipping Your Kayak

Jun 2, 20231 min read

Aluminum Kayak Stand

This aluminum kayak stand for your kayak are helpful when you need to put your boat somewhere out of the way while still keeping it off...

May 31, 20231 min read

CamelBak Podium Bike Water Bottle

I find that the CamelBak Podium Bike Water Bottle are great to have with you in the kayak. The cap has a locking mechanism with a one way...

May 4, 20231 min read

Chef Boyardee Canned Pasta

Those who know me, know that I hate cooking. Be it at home or camping, I do not enjoy the ritual of preparing food, and even less so...

May 2, 20231 min read

Pure Organic Layered Fruit Bars

I really like the Pure Organic Layered Fruit Bars. They have a sour taste that make you salivate. When you spend days eating nothing but...

Apr 28, 20231 min read

Waterproof Spider Case for Iphone

The Waterproof Spider Case for Iphone is very good. It kept my phone completely dry, and even when the screen was wet, it still has a...

Phone Cases

Apr 2, 20231 min read

Halo Hydration

If you like the taste of Halo Hydration, maybe it could be something you might want to take with you on an expedition. For me, however,...

Bottles & Water Storage

Mar 19, 20231 min read

Sunscreen Spray Broad Spectrum SPF 100

Good sunscreen is essential to avoid sunburns. I don’t know if the 100 SPF is real as some states don’t allow for any sunscreen to claim...

Feb 28, 20231 min read

iPhone Waterproof Case

This iPhone Waterproof Case will keep your phone dry, however, it is not very good. If you have gloves, or if the screen is wet, it will...

Phone Cases

Feb 15, 20231 min read

Outlet Splitter USB Wall Tap

One item I found useful to have in hand is a plug outlet splitter. Not that I was ever going to find a place to plug in my electrical...