A holiday gift guide for the outdoors enthusiast
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The Jet Boil Sol Ti (Titanium) Cooking System ($149.95) provides the ultimate lightweight (8.5 ounces) performance and reliability in the harshest outdoor conditions. It can boil water in less than two minutes, and the bottom cover doubles as a bowl and measuring cup. Available at jetboil.com and REI, Seattle Outdoor Marmot Mountain Works and Outdoor Research stores.
The Virgin Mobile Portable MiFi 2200 Device ($149.99) provides portable Internet connection and creates a secure Wi-Fi hot spot for up to five nearby devices. Battery usage lasts up to four hours with 40 standby hours. The no-contract plans start at $10 for 10 days. An unlimited data access plan is $50 per month. Available at virginmobileusa.com amazon.com and Best Buy and Walmart stores.
The KIWI Outdoor Survival Kit has all the needs to keep the outdoor enthusiast dry from the wet weather. The Heavy Duty Water Repellent ($6.79) is a waterproof barrier for hiking boots. The Performance Fabric Protector ($6.79) repells water. The Saddle Soap ($5.25) protects, preserves and cleans leather wear, and the Outdoor Laces ($2) keep boots ready. Available at kiwistaydry.com or Target and Walmart stores.
Source: Bellingham Herald
Traditional trade is cutting edge
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A COBBLERS Inn is providing a range of services that, in some cases, goes against the trend of being a totally disposable society.
Owner Henry Pastoor has a wealth of experience and provides a service that is still sought.
The cobbler is traditionally about shoe repair but this business will surprise you.
"We are offering shoe repairs, key cutting, engraving, knife and blade sharpening, watch batteries, saddle repairs, manufacturing reins and a range of custom leather work including passport wallets, concealed wallets, watch bands and dog collars," Mr Pastoor said.
Mr Pastoor brings a wealth of experience and provides a destination business at Shop One, 12 South Station Rd, Booval, (near the vet clinic). He has spent 17 years at Fairfield Gardens Shopping Centre.
"I took the business over from a friend who had it for two years. We had a shopfront there and it was very successful," he said.
"I closed the shop down in 2009 and semi-retired but my daughter wanted to learn the trade so I started up again."
Source: Ipswich Queensland Times