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Friday, 14 January 2011

Eureka Minnow Kids 45-Degree Sleeping Bag

Eureka Minnow Kids 45-Degree Sleeping BagA great choice for traveling light and taking on overnights at a friend's house, the lightweight Eureka Minnow kids' rectangular sleeping bag is rated to 45 degrees Fahrenheit. It has a polyester taffeta shell with a single-layer quilt construction and floating shell design, and a polyester taffeta inner liner. Other features include a draft tube, inner stash pocket, and a two-way, self-repairing zipper. It comes with stuff sack.

This sleeping bag is filled with Eureka's proprietary 7-hole slickened, polyester Thermashield fiber fill, which provides maximum insulation at the best value possible. Each Thermashield fiber strand contains 7 tunnel-like holes that run the length of the strand. Each of these holes traps air inside it's passageway creating dead air space that efficiently retains heat to keep you warm.

Specifications:

  • Size: 66 by 26
  • Fill weight: 1.7 pounds
  • Carry weight: 2.8 pounds
  • Zipper side: Right

About Eureka
Though the exact year is unknown, Eureka's long history begins prior to 1895 in Binghamton, New York, where the company still resides today. Then known as the Eureka Tent & Awning Company, its first wares were canvas products--most notably, Conestoga wagon covers and horse blankets for nineteenth century American frontiersmen--as well as American flags, store awnings, and camping tents.

The company increased production of its custom canvas products locally throughout the 1930s and during the 1940 and even fabricated and erected the IBM "tent cities" just outside Binghamton. The seven acres of tents housed thousands of IBM salesmen during the company's annual stockholders meeting, which had since outgrown its previous locale. In the 1940s, with the advent of World War II and the increased demand for hospital ward tents, Eureka expanded operations and began shipping tents worldwide. Ultimately, upon the post-war return of the GIs and the resultant housing shortage, Eureka turned its attention to the home front during the 1950s by supplying awnings for the multitude of mobile homes that were purchased.

In 1960, Eureka's new and innovative Draw-Tite tent, with its practical, free standing external frame, was used in a Himalayan Expedition to Nepal by world renowned Sir Edmund Hillary, the first person documented to summit Mt. Everest only six years earlier. In 1963, Eureka made history during its own Mt. Everest ascent, with more than 60 of its tents sheltering participants from fierce 60+ mph winds and temperatures reaching below -20°F during the first all American Mt. Everest Expedition.

For backpackers and families, Eureka introduced its legendary Timberline tent in the 1970s. Truly the first StormShield design, this completely self-supporting and lightweight backpacking tent became one of the most popular tents the entire industry with sales reaching over 1 million by its ten year anniversary.

Eureka tents have also traveled as part of several historic expeditions, including the American Women's Himalayan Expedition to Annapurna I in 1978 and the first Mt. Everest ascents by a Canadian and American woman in 1986 and 1988. In recent history, tents specially designed and donated by Eureka sheltered Eric Simonson and his team on two historic research expeditions to Mount Everest, this time in a quest for truth regarding the 1924 attempted summit of early English explorers George Mallory and Andrew Irvine. During the 1999 expedition, the team made history finding the remains of George Mallory, but the complete mystery remained unsolved. Returning in 2001 to search for more clues, the team found amazing historical artifacts which are now on display at the Smithsonian.

Amazon.com Sleeping Bag Guide
Sleep Well: Finding the Right Sleeping Bag
Sleeping bag technology has come a long way from the days of cowboy bedrolls. These days, there are a number of high-tech materials and designs available to keep you warm during the coldest outings. Here's a short list of things to keep in mind when you're shopping for a bag:

Buy for Cold
It's a safe bet that on at least one of your adventures, the nighttime temperature will drop unexpectedly. That's why it's smart to buy a bag that's rated for the lowest possible temperature you expect to face on your camping and backpacking trips. For summer trips, a bag rated at +35 degrees or higher will likely do the trick. If you like to camp in higher elevations in the summer, or if spring and fall outings are in your future, consider bags rated from +10 to +35. Winter adventurers should look for bags in the -10 to +10 range, while those on serious winter alpine climbs and expeditions will want a bag rated lower than -10.

Keep in mind that sleeping bag manufacturers' temperature ratings only estimate the minimum temperature at which the bag will provide warmth. Take these numbers with a grain of salt, as different folks generate different amounts of heat when they sleep. If you're the type who likes to pile on the covers even on warmer nights, go for a bag that's rated ten degrees colder. The opposite is true for "warm" sleepers--a 35-degree bag will probably work for you on a 25-degree night.

Goose or No Goose?
The most important component of any sleeping bag is its insulating material. Modern sleeping bags offer two choices: goose down or synthetic. While both materials have advantages and disadvantages, down bags are considered superior because of their phenomenal warmth-to-weight and warmth-to-bulk ratios. While providing great insulation, down is extremely compressible and light. There's a reason why geese can fly and stay warm through the winter! Down also boasts great long-term durability and will typically retain its insulating properties after years of use.

All of that said, there are many high-quality synthetic bags on the market and synthetic materials are getting better all the time. While a synthetic bag will weigh somewhat more than a down bag at an equivalent temperature rating, synthetic bags perform better when wet. (Yes, the Achilles heel of down is that it loses all insulating properties when wet.) If your trips take you to wet climates, you may want to consider a synthetic bag for this reason alone. Keep in mind, too, that many people are allergic to down--synthetic bags are non-allergenic. Finally, down is considerably more expensive than synthetic, which might tip the balance for adventurers on a budget.

Bags for All Shapes
Sleeping bags come in two basic shapes that reflect their intended use. Mummy-shaped bags offer the best warmth because they conform to the body's contours. This minimizes the amount of body heat the body must put out to maintain a constant temperature. Many mummy bags are offered in women-specific shapes and sizes, as well. Rectangular bags, while they do offer more room to toss and turn, are less thermally efficient because they contain more open air space. Also, they are typically heavier than mummy bags, and are generally not offered with down insulation, making them best suited for car camping or short backpacking trips.

Pad Yourself
No matter what kind of bag you choose, a sleeping pad is a required accessory. Not only do they provide much-needed comfort when sleeping on the ground, pads also offer crucial warmth for your backside, as the weight of your body compresses--and renders virtually useless--the sleeping bag insulation that lies beneath you.

Price: $39.99


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Thursday, 13 January 2011

Let's Go Fishing! Fishing Creel Gift Basket - Great Gift For Him

Let's Go Fishing! Fishing Creel Gift Basket - Great Gift For HimGive the fisherman in your life a great gift made just for him! This keepsake wicker fisherman's creel is overflowing with gourmet goodies and fish-themed sweets and treats. This one's a keeper for any fishing enthusiast! To start with we take a keepsake wicker fishing creel complete with leather strap, add Fish Bait (gummi worms), a large fisherman's sugar cookie (hand frosted to perfection and holding his catch), gourmet cheese spread, stone wheat crackers, buttery dipping pretzels and just in case he didn't catch "The Big One", he can still enjoy a bag of everyone's favorite Swedish fish candies! We finish your gift with a keepsake fishing decoration just for fun. Each gift is handcrafted with attention to detail and includes a gift message card to convey your best wishes. Manufactured by Art of Appreciation Gift Baskets.

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Tuesday, 11 January 2011

The Sportsman Series: Color = Successful Fishing, Lure Fishing with Jimmy Houston (1987)

This is one of the most entertaining instructional videos ever. As always, Jimmy entertains as he teaches in his own unique style. Naturally, some dynamic fishing action is carefully blended into this hour long tape. Using the Master 7 paint kit, you'll be amazed at how simple and easy it is to customize your lures. In just a short while you will be able to paint as well as the factory paint job...maybe better!
Take old worn out lures and make them like new in seconds. Jimmy and Cliff Soward, master lure painter, will show you pro secrets in lure painting. Crawdad colors, perch, baby bass, Tennessee shad, it's all here. Learn to paint spinner blades, fire tip spinner skirts and rubber jigs. Customize maribou jigs and Road Runners. How about two-tone or even tri-color slip sinkers? This is a tape you'll watch several times and learn every time!

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Saturday, 8 January 2011

Rigging & Trolling Special Baits

Rigging & Trolling Special BaitsThis is one of the most entertaining instructional videos ever. As always, Jimmy entertains as he teaches in his own unique style. Naturally, some dynamic fishing action is carefully blended into this hour long tape. Using the Master 7 paint kit, you'll be amazed at how simple and easy it is to customize your lures. In just a short while you will be able to paint as well as the factory paint job...maybe better!
Take old worn out lures and make them like new in seconds. Jimmy and Cliff Soward, master lure painter, will show you pro secrets in lure painting. Crawdad colors, perch, baby bass, Tennessee shad, it's all here. Learn to paint spinner blades, fire tip spinner skirts and rubber jigs. Customize maribou jigs and Road Runners. How about two-tone or even tri-color slip sinkers? This is a tape you'll watch several times and learn every time!

Price: $24.95


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Thursday, 6 January 2011

60 Flies trout pan fish NIP fishing fly flys lures BL

60 Flies trout pan fish NIP fishing fly flys lures BL60 Flies trout pan fish NIP fishing fly flys lures
60 Flies ALL NEW! Carded and looking good! GREAT COMBINATION OF COLORS! THESE ARE A CLOSEOUT ITEM SO BID QUICK BEFORE THEY ARE GONE!
Retails for $1.99 - $2.99 per FLY!

Price: $175.00


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Tuesday, 4 January 2011

100 Split Ring Fishing Lure Keychain Nickel Plated 16mm

100 Split Ring Fishing Lure Keychain Nickel Plated 16mm100 Nickel Plated Split Rings Great for Connecting Clasps, Charms, Links & Other Jewelry. This is a new set of 100 nickel plated split rings. Great for connecting clasps, charms, links and other jewelry. No soldering is necessary because they work like key chain rings. Each measures approximately 16 mm (5/8") in diameter.

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Monday, 3 January 2011

TOP 60 TIPS: SALTWATER FISHING

TOP 60 TIPS: SALTWATER FISHINGProduced in association with Boating Magazine. This program covers a world of information in a detailed step-by-step manner for the experienced and novice angler. Features amberjack, dolphin, grouper, king mackerel, marlin, wahoo, redfish, sailfish, snapper, tarpon and tuna. Subjects covered include locating fish, preferred baits, hooking, fighting & landing fish, species habitat, lure presentation, tackle selection, bait rigging and weather patterns.

Price: $34.95


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Saturday, 1 January 2011

The New Walleye Tactics: Tips & Techniques

The New Walleye Tactics: Tips & TechniquesThis is one of the most entertaining instructional videos ever. As always, Jimmy entertains as he teaches in his own unique style. Naturally, some dynamic fishing action is carefully blended into this hour long tape. Using the Master 7 paint kit, you'll be amazed at how simple and easy it is to customize your lures. In just a short while you will be able to paint as well as the factory paint job...maybe better!
Take old worn out lures and make them like new in seconds. Jimmy and Cliff Soward, master lure painter, will show you pro secrets in lure painting. Crawdad colors, perch, baby bass, Tennessee shad, it's all here. Learn to paint spinner blades, fire tip spinner skirts and rubber jigs. Customize maribou jigs and Road Runners. How about two-tone or even tri-color slip sinkers? This is a tape you'll watch several times and learn every time!

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