Travel Gadgets

The image you all are seeing is that of a very cheap hovercraft that comes for just $120. If you don’t want to give all your month’s savings in one shot then you can get this machine in three easy installments of $39.95 each.

The hovercraft is named Storm Launcher and it comes with a LIPO battery pack and some accessories like a battery charger, 2 extra propeller blades, prop tool, 2 prop guards and also an instructional CD.

You can buy it at the Target and Walmart stores, but buying it online is more useful as it will have a free battery pack along.

via: gizmodo

We all know how while on tracking or hiking how you miss a hand free camera to record your excursion.

The Action Sports have come up with a hands-free camera that can be mounted on a helmet to record all those movements when you would like to use your hand for clinging on or for balance (trekking and snow boarding).

The camera has an in built 32 MB memory with a slot for SD memory card. The memory can be expanded to 2 GB. The camera records at the rate of 30 frames-per-second.

The resolution of the camera is 640×480 and you can also click pictures from it, it saves up to 400 photos in its internal memory. The camera has direct plug and play system on TV by using a RCA cable.

This camera can be yours if you are ready to shell out $130.

Via: Gadgetizer

Few days back we did a story on a tank shaped house from Snail Shell system now we can add the Kita Haus pod to this list. It is a stand-alone accommodation from Designer Robert Gaukroger.

It can be used as temporary office or permanent living and working environments. The legs of this pod are adjustable which means it can be situated on any site.

The construction material uses glulam frame, over boarded in 12mm ply and insulated using Actis super 9 fabric. The main purpose to build this pod was for holiday purposes. The internal face is over boarded with high quality ply, which creates a highly efficient low-energy building.

The tripod-style leg construction is made from timbers with a metal pad foot, which is bolted to the pre-prepared foundation pads on the site - the only site work required. The layout for Kita Haus is a walk-in lounge from the entrance, a galley kitchen and central bathroom. There is a double bedroom at the other end of the pod, giving both the lounge and bedroom the benefit of the full height end windows.

The pod comes with main power access to the pre wired interior and batteries which will be charged from an optional solar panel. A mains water connection is available with a built-in under-floor water tank, which services the shower, sinks and toilet.

The Kita Haus will be manufactured and marketed under the name of KITA Design and the first Kita Haus will begin construction in December and will be on site in February 2007. The kita haus is priced between GBP 50,000 to GBP 75,000 depending on volumes.

Via: Gizmag

Fishing is not a monotonous task with a fishing rod dropped in the water from a pier. However, you can add thrill to it with the latest Baha Cruiser 300GLE.

This boat is another one in the Baha series, which shows a commanding demonstration of excellence, robustness, and accomplishment of the fishing. Like all other units, the Cruiser is made up of ultra-tough hull construction for rigorous water boat usage and potential. It has a Greenwood XL boat panel with lifetime warranty and many other option and configurations, including choice of different Volvo and Honda engines.

Check out the rest of the features to get its real picture.

Via: travelizmo

Adding comfort to your journey Joby has introduced tripod for the light and heavy cameras. This gadget enables a firm and resolute grip that can hold your cameras protected on all grounds.

Available in two versions the gorillapod is a regular one, more apt for smaller, lighter point-and-shoots. The gorillapod SLR is for larger cameras, including SLRs and even digital camcorders. The gorillapod and gorillapod SLR is priced for $22 and $49 respectively.

Via: travelgearblog

Ranger boats have launched a all new series of Comanche Fishing Boats. The boats are not only spacious but come with unmatched quality and features which are unrivalled in the industry. Coupled with Rite-Track Keel design the 175VS has optimum maneuverability.

The Min Kota trolling motor and LowranceX-135 fish finder are all standard equipment. At the helm is VS-equipped console which features full array of electronics.

The motor of the boat produces a horse power of 135 HP. It comes with the Ranger Trail trailer, protective finish and a spare tire and wheel.

Via: Travelizmo

Going on a journey! But, as happens with most of the people, not able to finalize the itinerary for your travel around.
If you are a tech-savvy traveler, you may put your worries at rest, as travel guru Lonely Planet joining hands with Sony has created a hi-tech guide that helps you plan your itinerary.
Covering the most up-to-date European destinations of Amsterdam, Barcelona, London, Paris, Prague and Rome, the PSP-powered version also presents slideshow and map functions, courtesy of calendar and facilitates to discover your destination via audio tours and films.
You can get the travel guide for £20, which is not a bad deal for your trouble free journey.

Via: gadgetcandy

Lectronix, Michigan, a supplier of automotive integrated electronics technology, software and product design services, has developed the R5000 that affords drivers with a single interface to control five decisive areas, which includes external cameras, air pressure of their motor home and towed vehicle tires, navigation, vehicle status and alarms and audio information and entertainment.

Equipped with synchronized vehicle information, alarms, 7′ color LCD screen, tire pressure sensor system, the R5000 features the R5000 integrates trip monitors, side and rear-cameras, AM/FM/WB radio, CD/MP3/USB players and Garmin’s GPS Navigation system as well. Constant status report, containing oil temperatures, fuel economy, and alternator status is provided by the R5000’s advanced vehicle management and alarm system.

Lectronix has simply revolutionized the security measures that certainly will set very high standards for others.

Via: prweb.com

For growing concerns about underwater security, to prevent underwater threats and provide early warning to ships and other high value liners, QinetiQ has recently manufactured Cerberus, first private or non-military diver and swimmer detection sonar system, to be positioned to protect a large private yacht and its passengers and is expected to provide its services by early 2007.

Capable of detecting and tracing swimmers and divers from more than 800 meters and to provide 360° cover for ship protection, Cerberus accommodates a crew in a chiefly designed moon-pool to have an ardent watch on happenings around the yacht and an inbuilt target classification response facilitates operators to provide an appropriate response to a situation.

However, it is just a beginning and there are many aspects that require improvement, Cerberus will certainly bring revolution in the private yacht market.

Via: QinetiQ

Now pet lovers need not to share bed with their pets. With the Sleepypod, a mobile bed for your pets for about US$200, your pets can have a comfortable place to sleep or slumber and you will have a germfree bed for yourself as well.

You may attach an optional electric warmer, which employ 6.5 Watts of power and adds US$30 to the price, to the Sleepypod. Built-in internal thermostat maintains the electric warmer temperature around 102 F. For durability, stand-in bed is also available for US$30.

Via: gizmag