Technology
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Waterproof & Dustproof Travel Bags
Aquapac is a highly creative UK based company that won the Queen's Award for Innovation in 2007.
They produce waterproof bags with all manner of applications, from protecting your mobile phone, iPod, GPS or camera to keeping valuable documents and money safe. I am taking an Aquapac Camcorder Case on my ride to India. It has a specially hardened clear lens which you can film through and is waterproof down to 5 Meters. So, should I encounter rain or severely dusty or sandy conditions, I'll be able to continue filming without risk of damage to my equipment. Contact: Aquapac website Tel: (+44) 0207 7384466 |
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Earplugs
I never considered earplugs to be technology until I had a pair of Pro Guard plugs custom made for my ears by experts Enhanced Listening.An appointment was made for me at a local specialist who made impressions of my ear canals. The resulting earplugs are supremely comfortable and I am sure I will be able to wear them all day. Small filters have been added so I will still be able to hear the sounds I want to hear. Should I lose one of the plugs, Enhanced Listening has kindly provided me with a back up pair of Alpine Motosafe Earplugs. These are specially designed for bikers and are a quality, cost effective solution. Contact: Enhanced Listening Website Tel: (+44) 0208 1440370 |
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Solar Battery Charger
I just love the idea of being able to charge my numerous batteries on the go!
Online solar power specialists The Solar Centre have kindly supplied me a Freeloader portable battery charger plus an additional velcro-mounted solar panel that will make the charging process 3 times faster. The Freeloaded comes with multiple power adapters so I will be able to use it with my mobile phone, PDA, digital camera, film camera and even my Sat Nav! Contact: The Solar Centre Website Tel: 0845 0941250 |
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Wind Up Radio Torch
There are sure to be a few nights en route to India that I spend maintaining the bike. Even in a lighted guest house courtyard it may be quite hard to see what I'm doing. This eco radio torch, designed by legend Trevor Baylis, is just the ticket. It has two powerful LEDs and best of all, no batteries are required. One minute winding gives 25 minutes of light. Furthermore, it's also a digital radio, has a red LED map light and doubles up as an emergency mobile phone charger. The entire unit is compact and has a tough rubber coating too.
Contact: Baylis Products WebsiteBaylis Next Generation Webpages |
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Satellite Navigation:
Garmin Zumo 550. A great piece of kit. It fits easily on the bike and
draws a maximum of 15W which is important when your dynamo produces a
meager 60W! The unit came with street-level maps that will take me all
the way across Europe. A world map to cover main roads for the rest of
the journey is relatively inexpensive. I will be using a bluetooth
headset with the Zumo so I can listen to directions as I ride. A really
great feature is the Zumo 550 comes with a car mount and speaker so I
get maximum use year round from the equipment. Bought from GPS
Warehouse. They are GPS experts, supply the whole range of accessories
and their prices beat high street retailers hands down.
Contact: Tel: (+44) 020 8893 939 |
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