Gear to get
BY SCOTT HADDOW
Wild Northerner staff
The fall season is here and the outdoors is the place to be. Be prepared with some new and exciting gear available at Ramakko’s Source for Adventure sure to enhance any fall outing from hunting to fishing to hiking and everything else.
Bush peace of mind
The SPOT X has hit the outdoors market by force and for good reason. SPOT X provides 2-way satellite messaging to stay connected to family, friends and colleagues whenever you’re outside of cellular range, including direct communication with Search and Rescue services in case of a life-threatening emergency. SPOT X even provides you with your own Canada-based personal mobile number so others can message you directly from their cell phone or other SMS devices at any time. You can even link it to social media accounts. The SPOT X retails for $350 and plans cost extra.
“Satellite phones are expensive and the SPOT X is more affordable and has more affordable plans,” Ramakko’s store manager Walter Boeswald said. “It’s a great way to stay connected.”
Refining the experience
The Shimano Curado DC features a digital control braking system. This technology is a microcomputer to monitor spool speed 1,000 times every second and apply the perfect amount of brake to prevent backlash and maximize distance. It also features 6+1 bearings, a low profile and X-Ship construction and retails for $350. It’s ideally suited for bass and pike applications.
“This technology calculates tension on the spool and adjusts to make for better casting ability,” Boeswald said.