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Skinners combine the freedom of socks with the protection of shoes

NEWS – Who doesn’t like walking around in just their socks? They’re comfy, lightweight, and easy to put on, but they’re not very practical for walking around outside. That is until now. Skinners Barefoot Sock Shoes offer the comfort and freedom of socks with the protection of shoes.

Skinners pull-on design features both comfort and stability. The uppers are made of a stretchy, moisture-wicking, silver-infused antibacterial yarn. The yarn keeps your feet feeling good and helps to keep odors at bay.

The flexible, grippy shoe-like soles are made of durable, anti-abrasive Swedish polymer, perfect for outdoor activities like running, hiking, and even water sports. Or you can wear them indoors at the gym.

Their compact size makes them perfect for traveling.

Skinners are machine washable, and one pair can last up to hundreds of miles.

The Sock Shoes are available in a range of sizes from X-Small to XX-Large. And they come in a variety of colors to match any style.

You can purchase a pair of Skinners for $59.95 from The Grommet.

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Skinners combine the freedom of socks with the protection of shoes originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 22, 2019 at 10:00 am.

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The Trayvax Trek Field Knife is an elegant knife for a more civilized age

NEWS – Trayvax, a purveyor of extraordinary wallets, belts, and other accessories, has recently opened a Kickstarter project for their newest creation, the Trek Field Knife. The Trek Field Knife is a unusual beast in that it is CNC milled from a high-quality stainless steel blank rather than being stamped, cut, or forged from raw stock.The Trek is a minimalist design with a skeletonized frame. The knife has a 3.5 inch blade with a 40º leading tip and a swept main edge. The overall length of the Trek is 7.9 inches. The blade’s spine has thumb jimping (I had to look that one up) to help with knife control when needed. The spine is strong enough that the knife may be used as a froe when splitting kindling (also known as batoning).  This stainless steel knife has a bead blasted finish to complement the minimalist design and has a 3/4 flat bevel grind to provide predictable cutting.

Trayvax is offering the Trek in either 440C (standard) or CPM S35VN (premium) stainless steel. For those, like me, who are not metallurgists (I forward those questions to my father, who has a doctorate specializing in ferrous metallurgy), 440C is a high carbon stainless steel with 16-18% chromium added for corrosion resistance. It is an industry-standard alloy that is used wherever precisely hardened steel with good corrosion resistance is needed. 440C steel can be found everywhere from high-end knives to industrial valves. S35VN steel is a premium alloy that was developed by Crucible Industries and knife maker Chris Reeve specifically for knife making. S35VN alloy steel is used almost exclusively in premium knives. Trayvax performs all of their milling in-house to maintain the highest levels of quality control and to minimize waste.

A Kickstarter pledge will get you a knife (or multiples if you choose) in your choice of stainless steels and your choice of a traditional, vertical carry holster (upper) or a combo (horizontal or vertical) carry holster (lower). Pledges for the 440C knives start at $90 for early bird supporters and the S35Vn knives start at $120.

Trayvax has mentioned the possibility of stretch goals to add scales or paracord wrapping to the handle, but have not announced anything official on the campaign page. You are of course free to modify your knife once it is in your possession.

You may find more details about the Trek Field Knife and make a pledge on Kickstarter. Those of you of a nervous disposition or who have an aversion to the intentional destruction of fine tools may wish to skip some of the testing videos.

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The Trayvax Trek Field Knife is an elegant knife for a more civilized age originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 22, 2019 at 8:00 am.

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CountyComm’s Survival Titanium Fishing Card is a pocket-sized fishing kit that isn’t sold by Ron Popeil

NEWS – If you’ve ever found yourself far from the nearest tackle shop and wanted to test your skill at the local fishing hole, or you’ve found yourself lost in the wilderness and needing to catch a fish for your next meal, the CountyComm Survival Titanium Fishing Card may be just the tool you need. The Survival Titanium Fishing Card is a limited-run EDC / emergency fishing kit that includes a selection of hooks (14) and spoons (3) that may be combined with some locally sourced line (say a gutted piece of paracord) and a pole (the included saw can help with building a suitable pole from local materials).

The card is laser cut from a single sheet of Grade 4 titanium and is backed with a piece of adhesive neoprene to allow for the removal of individual pieces while allowing the rest to remain securely attached to the card. The backing also allows you to return a used piece of gear to the card for storage. The card may also be secured to the back of another EDC card, such as a fishing license, credit card, or membership card for slimmer and more discrete carry options.

The card with the adhesive neoprene backing is roughly the same thickness as a US quarter dollar coin and is the same footprint as the average credit/debit card. The specifications of the Fishing Card are

  • 3.35″ x 2.12″ x 0.24″
  • 0.3 ounces

The Survival Titanium Fishing Card list for $13.95 and may be purchased through the CountyComm website at www.countycomm.com.

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CountyComm’s Survival Titanium Fishing Card is a pocket-sized fishing kit that isn’t sold by Ron Popeil originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 21, 2019 at 10:00 am.

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Rakōt75 reusable cloth towels will change the way clean

NEWS – I don’t know about you but I use paper towels for EVERYTHING, and I’m always running out. It can get pretty expensive not to mention wasteful. The Rackōt75 cloth paper towels caught my attention because they come on a roll just like paper towels you buy at the store. However, unlike paper towels, they last a lot longer.

The reusable cloths are basically a tougher more durable version of paper towels. They’re made of tear-resistant cloth that is both lint-free and washable so you can use one over and over. The towels can be used either wet or dry. Perfect for common household tasks like wiping and dusting to tougher projects like dry mopping floors or washing and waxing cars.

A single roll of 75 perforated sheets can last up to six months, depending on what you use them for. You can purchase a roll of Rakōt75 cloth towels for $19.95 from The Grommet.

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Rakōt75 reusable cloth towels will change the way clean originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 21, 2019 at 8:00 am.

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Take videography to the next level with the Shure MV88+ video kit

NEWS – Since most smartphones now record 4K video, why not equip them with some pro-level accessories and make your videos the best you can? Shure, a global manufacturer of audio equipment, has launched the MV88+ video kit featuring a digital stereo condenser microphone that provides videographers with an all-in-one solution for capturing recordings on-the-go. The MV88+ kit also includes a Manfrotto PIXI tripod, phone clamp, and mount as well as iOS and USB-C cables for next-level compatibility and connectivity.

The MV88+ video kit builds on the success of Shure’s original MV88 iOS digital stereo condenser microphone, delivering audio quality for podcasters, videographers, content creators, field recordists, and musicians looking to record high-quality audio. The MV88+ helps transform a smartphone device into a professional-level mobile audio and video rig.

“The MV88+ Video Kit provides multiple configurations straight out of the box,” said Matt Engstrom, Senior Category Director, Global Product Management at Shure. “You shouldn’t have to buy half a dozen products to film a high-quality piece of video content one day, and then an audio interview or field recording the next. With the MV88+, you don’t have to. We listened to you and worked to develop a superior microphone with superior accessories. This package gives you everything you’ll need to film in your studio, on-the-go, at home—or wherever life takes you.”

Compatible with iOS and other selected devices, the MV88+ Video Kit comes with new and improved accessories, arming you with tools for recording on-the-go. A headphone jack lets you record in real-time audio. A phone clamp and tripod stand multiplies the environments in which you can record. Whether recording in your studio, filming a YouTube video, or live streaming, you can easily thread your devices into a mounted platform for stable recording. The MV88+ can also be used for standalone audio capture, replacing the need for portable audio recorders.

“The MV88+ takes into account the little things, too,” said Engstrom. “We understand the value of efficiency and improved the design to seamlessly record with or without a protective smartphone case. The included phone mount is also compatible with your existing setup, allowing you to connect to any tripod with a ¼” connector. This empowers you to use the setup that best suits your needs. You’ll also be able to tap into the capabilities of the free Shure MOTIV Video and Audio Recording applications to access our state-of-the-art audio quality in tandem with the microphone.”

The MV88+ Video Kit sells for $249 US and is available from Shure or Amazon.

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Take videography to the next level with the Shure MV88+ video kit originally appeared on The Gadgeteer on February 20, 2019 at 10:00 am.

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