Introducing the Celestron Sky Scout Planetarium for mapping out the stars and admiring the beauty of space. There is nothing quite like sitting under the stars and being one with nature on an outdoor camping excursion or perhaps you want to map out the constellations at the summit where there is nothing but you and the sky. With the planetarium you can locate over six thousand stars and find constellation you may have not known about. The Sky Scout fetches stored astrological information from it’s database.

Along with being able to see your favorite celestial phenomena the unit also has a built in voice that gives you history and descriptive information about what you are seeing and even has a favorites option that can tell you what the most visible stars, planets and constellations are on the particular day. The planetarium comes with built-in usb slots and an SD card slot so you can upload update information that you can download off the internet. What an excellent companion the Sky Scout Personal Planetarium is, it can definitely learn you a thing or two about astrology.

Nobody wants to be in this situation but the Ortovox M2 Avalanche Transceiver will find your buried A**. By using a method of signal isolation it can locate avalanche survivors within a range of up to 50m. This is the most recommended model and has been thoroughly tested by science researchers. With a built in micro processor and analogue and digital search system. The Ortovox takes 2 double A batteries and is very resourceful when it comes to energy.

The unit will last on receive mode for up to 40 hours and when transmitting will remain on for 300 hours plus. The avalanche victim must be outfitted with his own M2 in order for the transmitters to communicate. The on and off switch is conveniently located on the body belt that comes standard with the device. These things are a life saver and if your planning an expedition and your concerned about avalanche safety it would be wise to be prepared.

The Mountain Hardwear Dihedral Backpack is meant for aggressive climbers who require a rugged all purpose backpack that can facilitate ice climbing tools, food, and various supplies.  The frame of the pack wraps the contours of your back so it won’t get in the way at a crutial moment. Made from highly durable Hardwear tarp fabric, it is resistant to tearing from rocks or other sharp tools. Equipped with the Exodus suspension that turns as you turn your torso allowing a full range of motion and freedom while climbing. Water resistant and well ventalated back panel keeps you comfortable and dry.

Quick and easy access to side compartments and heavy duty straps keep the Dihedral backpack in a vertical and secure position. The buckle system has been made easy to adjust even when wearing gloves and comes with dual ice Axe dongles for fast retrieval. This hydration compatible pack is light weight and has a large enough capacity for long mountaineering expeditions.

Made by the king of mountain equipment for difficult terrain, steep ice mountains and the need for technical precision, the Cobra  Black Diamond Hammer allows for a greater range of clearance and offers a light weight solution for avid climbers. Carbon fibre makes for a well balanced and reliable hammer for tough descents . The handles shaft distributes weight evenly in your hand and the rubberized grip makes for ease of handling with or without gloves.

To achieve swift and balanced swings so that you can be as precise as possible the Cobra offers a Viper Fang hand cradle and a certified TE rated shaft.  The grip enclosure fits over very snuggly and the Viper strike allows you to attach a second upper grip for added control. The Mountaineering hammer head is made from 100% stainless steel to avoid possible rusting or mineral erosion often caused by extreme altitude climbs in a variety of environments. Try the Cobra Black Diamond. I’d trust it with my life.