Gear Review: Thermos Water Bottle

An essential piece of kayaking and kayak fishing gear is a water bottle. Its imperative that you stay hydrated through out the day of being in the sun fishing and paddling. I prefer ice cold water on those hot days. Most water bottles will not keep water cold or even cool for long sitting in the sun. The only option is to carry a cooler in this option until i invested in a thermos.

The Thermos Vacuum Insulated 24-Ounce Stainless Steel Hydration Bottle is special because it keeps water cold all day! On a hot day of fishing I typically will consume (2 bottles) or 48 oz of water. The Hydration Bottle is important to avoid Heat Stroke. This Thermos works with both Hot & Cold but for hot it recommends you do not drink from the bottle.

Description:

• Rigid stainless steel construction
• Thermos vacuum insulation technology for maximum temperature retention
• Keeps beverages cold for up to 18 hours
• Sweat proof design eliminates water rings
• Hygienic push button sip through lid with locking mechanism
• Locking Lid but allows 1 handed operation
• Wide opening for easy drinking
• Screw off top for ease of filling and cleaning
• Dimensions 10.25 inches x 10.25 inches x 3 inches

Cost: $25.00 + Free Shipping on Orders over $35.00 on Amazon.com

New Product Announcement:

Bending Branches has revealed the new Angler Optimus which was intended to be at iCast 2015! The newly revealed combined SUP Paddle / Stake Out Pole / Push Pole / Canoe Paddle is a series of fiberglass snap extensions and a T Handle. Each part can be purchased in a separate package.

Breakdown:

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The Angler Optimus setup is a complete game changer for kayak navigation. Typically I bring out one of each being a paddle, stakeout pole, and an Aqua-bound Challenger SUP paddle on my Big Rig for the ease of stand up paddling.

If you already own a BB Angler Paddle and find yourself stand up paddling a lot then the Angler Optimus is for you! Available in mid August ask your local Bending Branches Dealer to pre order. Please note the Angler Optimus is not compatible with the Plus Ferrule System or the Angler Scout paddle.

For more information see the Product page image to the left and check out https://bendingbranches.com/kayak-paddles/fishing/angler-optimus.

The Life Proof Case for the Samsung Galaxy S5 is almost a necessity when taking your phone out kayak fishing with you. Although the device is factory waterproof one drop could compromise that. There are many cases on the market for wireless devices but I feel the Life Proof cases are overall the best. Lets go over the pros and Cons

Pros:

• Water Proof  IP68
• Hard Shell Protection
• Works with all phone features
• Use of all buttons
• Glass Camera lens that does not distort the camera.
• Superior Sound compared to other watertight cases
• Allows you to take your smartphone anywhere

Cons:

• Makes phone thicker and larger
• Decreases volume
• No Tether Option
• Does Not Float
• No waterproof charging connection
• Hard to control touch screen when wet

This case fits in the regular phone RAM Xgrip.

More information on this particular protective smart phone case see the LifeProof website!