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Sammy Cool ‘N Dry® Super Towel
Overheating is more than uncomfortable, it can be dangerous. Placing a towel soaked in cold water around the head or the back of the neck is an effective way to keep cool, but conventional towels drip and quickly lose their cooling effect. Also, ordinary towels may not dry us off as fast as we’d like and can’t be reused right away. Fortunately, Shima American Corp. has overcome the failings of ordinary towels with the new “super towel” the Sammy Cool ‘N Dry®
The Sammy Cool ‘N Dry® is the towel-with-a-difference that soaks up to six times its own weight in liquid and then holds on to it without dripping. This state-of-the-art towel combines synthetic material prized in the high-tech field for its hydrophilic (literally “water loving”) properties with innovative design, creating an ultra-absorbent, drip-free towel that can be easily wrung out and immediately reused.
Waffle textured on one side for cooling, smooth on the other side for drying, the Sammy Cool ‘N Dry® is the perfect companion for any sport or outdoor activity. This special towel can be soaked with cool water and worn around the neck or around the head (bandanna-style) with delightfully cool results that many liken to a personal air conditioner. The towel is also ideal for speedy drying off after a dive. The Sammy Cool ‘N Dry® comes with a handy and attractive plastic container designed for easy storage. In addition, the container can be partly filled with ice water to add to the cooling effect of the towel.
The Sammy Cool ‘N Dry® is also great for drying off your body or gear after a dive.
The Sammy Cool ‘N Dry® measures 33 1&Mac218;4" x 13" and is available in blue, green and yellow. For more information and a dealer near you, visit http://www.thesammy.com/sammyindex.html on the web.
Storm™ Watertight Cases
Injection molded Storm Cases™ are rugged airtight and watertight transportation cases ideally suited for all types of gear and sensitive equipment. A notable feature of Storm™ is the unique Press and Pull™ latching system. It’s said to never pop-open in transit, yet be easy to open when so desired. With ten different sizes (each available in gray, black and yellow), there’s sure to be a Storm Case™ to fit your application.
For information, contact your local dive retailer or e-mail wwillis@wans.net or call 619-647-0702.
Light and Motion’s Stingray Underwater Video Housing for New Sony Cameras
The Stingray housing line supports a wide range of Sony camcorders including the new Sony TRV50, TRV27/25/18 and TRV340/740/840 digital camcorders.
The Stingray housing is built tough to stand up to years of trouble free use. The user-friendly interface uses non-penetrating, electromagnetic controls, flip down color correction filter, and double O-ring seals.
Housing can be purchased as a stand alone, or in one of three Travel Packages including HID or halogen lights. All Travel Packages include lights, NiMH batteries, charger, O-ring kit and custom Pelican case that can be hand carried on the plane.
For detailed information, visit the web site at http://www.uwimaging.com
For further questions, or a dealer near you, contact Light & Motion, 300 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-645-1525 fax 831-375-2517.
Aqua Lung Introduces the S.O.S.
Aqua Lung International has announced their introduction of a revolutionary buoyancy compensator integrated signaling device called the Surface Observation Signal or S.O.S.
World renowned underwater photographer Stephen Frink conceived and patented this innovative device to assist during his working dives when his hands are full of expensive camera gear. “I figured there must be some way to use the pneumatics of a buoyancy compensator to inflate an integrated signal device, so that with the push of a button, the signal device would pop up. I wanted it to be so easy that the hassle factor would go away, and that divers would inflate their signal device when needed. Not only would it save cameras dropped into the abyss, more significantly I felt it could save lives. With such a device there would be no confusion between the boat and a diver. Does a waving hand mean, ‘hello — I’m OK’ or does it mean ‘Yikes — big trouble here — come and get me NOW.’ Inflating an S.O.S. device would mean, ‘pick me up’,” states Stephen Frink.
The Surface Observation Signal attaches directly to the existing buoyancy compensator connector on the lower right side. It easily inflates using standard BC air inflation as the diver-controlled “rip cord” deploys the signal device without further handling. Fully inflated the device extends well above the water surface for increased surface visibility of the diver. After use, it is easily repacked into the integrated holster for streamlined storage and ready for your next dive.
For more information, visit the Aqua Lung web site at http://www.aqualung.com.
Deepoutdoors Fleece Dive Apparel
Deepoutdoors has launched a new line of fleece apparel for divers.
Bringing the talents and expertise of a nationally-renowned outdoor clothing designer into the diving market, Deepoutdoors has produced proprietary patterns and designs specifically for divers.
Made from APF System fleece, Deepoutdoors outerwear outperforms other fleece in comfort and function. APF System fleece sheds moisture more efficiently, dries quickly, retains its quality feel after each wash, and is anti-piling. In addition, Deepoutdoors fleece apparel boasts both men’s and women’s style, fit and sizing. Now women can look stylish and be warm and comfortable before, during, and after a day of adventuring.
Other features found in Deepoutdoors fleece include: Raglan sleeves so hauling a heavy BC with tanks will not result in an inappropriate seam digging into your shoulders; A unique chin chaff guard which keeps a zipper from biting into your chin when a jacket or vest is zipped up all the way; Kissing zippers which keep out water spray while you’re heading out or coming back from a dive.
“At Deepoutdoors we think differently,” says Robin Jacoway, the COO of Deepoutdoors. “Fleece apparel has been designed for a myriad of activities, but never for divers. With Deepoutdoors fleece, divers now have a choice.”
The Deepoutdoors fleece line-up includes:
- Deco - a fleece jacket produced from water-resistant, wind-proof fleece. While the Deco jacket dearly wants to go with you into the water, it is best to wear it up top, during surface intervals especially when the ocean is trying to get you wet.
- EANx - a microfleece jacket made with Twinair™ fleece, a proprietary fleece that offers high-performance at reduced weight. The EANx produces just the right amount of warmth after a courageous day of adventuring in or out of the boat. Unisex sizing.
- Pure O2 - a fleece vest featuring two zippered pockets. Donning the Pure O2 is a great way to warm up after a summer dive without getting overheated. Available in both women and men styles and sizing.
- Ead - a fleece jacket with similar looks to the Pure O2 that is perfect during beach cleanup or tidepooling with the kids. Women and men styles and sizing.
Deepoutdoors fleece apparel is available in the following color combinations: For women — snow/ice, black/dark gray, toffee/fjord. For men — copper/black, jungle, black. The EANx microfleece jacket is available in ink only.
All Deepoutdoors fleece come with two guarantees: a 30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee and a In-Depth Lifetime Warranty.
Deepoutdoors is dedicated to designing product for exploration and to inspire adventure. For more information, contact Deepoutdoors at (858) 513-1064 or log onto the Internet at http://www.deepoutdoors.com.
Gates F707 Digital Still Camera Housing
Gates Underwater Products has announced the new F707 housing specifically designed for the Sony F707 5 megapixel digital still camera. Rich with features found only on higher-end systems, the F707 housing from Gates is designed for both the professional and recreational underwater photographer.
Professionals will appreciate the access to all key camera functions on the F707 housing, including manual focus, white balance, auto exposure lock, and complete exposure control in shutter priority, aperture priority and manual modes. For the “point and shoot” diver, the F707 can be set for automatic operation.
Unlike other housings with manual strobe settings, fiber optic slave connections or other mismatched components, the Gates F707 has a matched external strobe. The F707 strobe is directly and actively controlled by the camera and when not in use, will enter a sleep mode to conserve battery life.
Accessories for the F707 include the MultiPort system, allowing dynamic lens changes underwater. A diver can quickly and effortlessly change lenses while submerged and adapt to rapidly changing conditions and opportunities.
For over 33 years, Gates Underwater Products has produced reliable underwater housings. Using “bulletproof” machined aluminum, 100 percent mechanical controls, time-proven design methods and state-of-the-art manufacturing, Gates housings are built to satisfy the most demanding recreational divers, imaging professionals, marine researchers, salvage operators and military personnel.
For more information on Gates products, visit http://www.GatesHousings.com on the web.
Dive Lights International 10 Watt H.I.D. System
Dive Lights International (NiteRider Dive Lights) has introduced a new 10 watt H.I.D. Dive Light plus a 10 watt H.I.D. Video Light System. This efficient technology in lighting outshines a conventional 40 watt light and has a burn time of four hours. The color temperature of this light is an incredible 6000 degree Kelvin, making it perfect for video or for penetrating murky black waters.
The Video Light version uses two single beam H.I.D. lightheads on separate video arms and have a combined burn time of almost two hours. The NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack is small enough to fit into a BC pocket and weighs only two pounds (-.5 underwater). It comes with an International 5 hour Smart Charger that can be powered on any source from 100 to 240 volts, including 12 volts, including 12 volts DC when using the cigarette lighter adapter.
Call 858-268-3850 or visit http://www.niteriderdive.com for further information.
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