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Hobie Cat i9s.

Updated: Sep. 4, 2008 5:04 AM | Full story

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Hobie Cat is introducing a third inflatable kayak for 2009.

Updated: Sep. 4, 2008 11:56 AM | Full story

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Keep your dog cool on early- season hunts with the Kool Collar, a collar that can be filled with ice or a no-mess freezer insert Kool Tube.

Updated: Aug. 28, 2008 7:05 AM | Full story

Charter Arms Pink Lady

The Pink Lady is a unique handgun, available in left- and right-handed models and chambered for .38+P caliber.

Updated: Aug. 21, 2008 6:22 AM | Full story

GreatLITE flashlights

Everyone can use a convenient flashlight, one small enough to carry anywhere.

Updated: Aug. 14, 2008 6:58 AM | Full story

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FISHGILLZ SUNGLASSES

Updated: Aug. 7, 2008 1:24 AM | Full story

'Kno-Knonsense Knots'

Ken Van Gorder of Vesta, Va., and Cary published a comprehensive knot book in 2006 titled "Kno-Knonsense Knots." Under the pen name "Cecil Hemp," the author espouses short cuts to common knot tying.

Updated: Jul. 31, 2008 10:57 AM | Full story

Pocket Naturalist Guides

Waterford Press has introduced some handy pamplets called "A Pocket Naturalist Guide." The North Carolina series includes wildlife, birds, trees and wildflowers, plus butterflies and moths.

Updated: Jul. 31, 2008 10:57 AM | Full story

NuCanoe

The NuCanoe is a hybrid sit-on-top kayak with an emphasis on stability and versatility. The boat comes in 10- and 12-foot models, single or double seating and options such as rod holders.

Updated: Jul. 31, 2008 10:57 AM | Full story

Crazy Creek Bubbariffic Chair

If you're looking for the coolest chair in camp, check out the BubbaRiffic by Crazy Creek. This folding unit is solid (10-plus pounds) and has a 425-pound capacity. Options include a swing-out tray and folding tray.

Updated: Jul. 31, 2008 10:57 AM | Full story

Wenger footwear

Wenger, the folks who make the Genuine Swiss Army Knife, have contracted with Est. Brands to produce to product lines in two categories: The Alps Collection and the Lifestyle/Crossover Collection.

Updated: Jul. 3, 2008 5:41 AM | Full story

River2Sea's Stand'n Yabbie

Lure makers have long tried to craft a realistic crawdad imitation. River2Sea may have come the closest with the Stand'n Yabbie, a pre-rigged soft-plastic jig.

Updated: Jul. 3, 2008 5:41 AM | Full story
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