Cadence

Ahh, thanks, missed that bit. It's not a Tilley. My mistake. Looks a lot like a Tilley. thanks DougsBrat! T. Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

Won't Tilley exchange it for you? They carry every hat size in that model - all the way up to 8" (learned from experience) Tilly stands by their product, just write them and ask if a trade can be done - believe me, the hat is worth it. To potential buyers of this hat, there is a company that sells these online. Noggintops is an awesome company to work with. There is a 90 day exchange policy, and as long as the hat is in "New" shape, they are kind enough to work with you. Here is how to find your hat size! Here is the Return/Exchange Policy No affiliation with iBrew, Tilley Hat or Noggintops. I am a loyal fan of Tilley Hats, and will buy one for my wife once I convince her that they are an acceptable fashion statement. OddTodd Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

MrKablooey has one. Maybe we can hope he visits this topic. I gather that there is no cool graphical arrow pointing the way on a compass background. You can still mark waypoints, but downloading them looks to be different than other Garmin models. It would work, just wish they'd have kept a similar interface to the eTrex Vista or Rino. I know, I know, wish in one hand... T. Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

THAT's what I've been waiting for! I've ordered my H.A.W.G in Desert Camo. I had it shipped to work so I can get it immediately! Thanks for being here TS! T. Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

GPS_Brian, Thanks, I don't have the time to maintain a web page and deal with customers. I got out of sales many years ago and have a better blood pressure because of it! I'm willing to buy from geocachingsupplies, it costs no different for me, and helps out fellow geocachers. T. Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

GPS_Brian, I did a comparison on the previous thread for this site, see it here Reading your post, you said I could save 15% more, so went back to the site via the link you provided, and the price is the same. Where did you click to get the 15% off of the prices listed compared to the Geocachingsupplies site? My Scottish blood (1/57th) wants to know! =) Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

Well, I can see that the prices for the Capsule keychains individually are the same as local, but the quantity discount further down the page would be a great way for Geocaching groups to get a large quantity of these - everyone could pitch in a few dollars and get a better deal. It's a matter of determining how much you are willing to spend to get a GREAT deal. They do that at Costco too, but there doesn't seem to be a membership fee here. When I first started GC'ing, I had no idea where these capsule keychains could be purchased. I doubt they are available everywhere that Geocaching is. Looks like anyone (Not just the U.S. folk) now have the opportunity to purchase what they want. There may not be any discount, but just a question, if you are buying these locally, are you supporting a fellow Geocacher? Does the local place you are purchasing these from offer to engrave/personalize them? Personally I think it will be better to be able to have them put "This is part of a game, please visit www.geocaching.com" and that way I don't have to figure out how to adhere a waterproof sticker to the outside of my Micro-Cache. I went to the site, clicked on the Large Capsule keychains, ordered 25 with the above text and the total came to 73.75. I wanted to find out how much shipping would be - I clicked on the link and it said - Standard Shipping ($0.00) - U.S.P.S. First Class ($3.05) - U.S.P.S. Priority Mail ® ($4.00) - UPS Ground ($5.10) - UPS 3 Day Select ($7.12) - UPS 2nd Day Air ($10.18) - U.S.P.S. Express Mail ® ($18.00) - UPS Next Day Air Saver ($22.62) - FedEx 2day ($25.46) - FedEx Priority ($25.46) Price for these at REI in Spokane is 3.95 each. If I chose Standard Shipping - each capsule costs me 2.95. Save $25. Hmm. Like it. That's a Movie Rental and a Big Pizza. If I was in a hurry, and wanted it UPS 2nd Day Air? ((73.75 + 10.18)/25)= 3.36 per capsule. Save $14.75. Cool. That's about two movie tickets. I'm not trying to sell them, and I will not benefit monetarily from the sale of anything on the aforementioned website, except that I will not be spending so much to make really cool caches for others to find. JMHO. OddTodd Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

Thanks Blaze007! Hey Shuey, I d/l'd that Excel file - prices are better than online. Should I call in my order? OddTodd Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

Nice pack, you pack like I do, Worst Case Scenario. When out on excursions, I usually pack the survival kit, first aid kit extra water, gloves, extra hat, flashlight, Leatherman Wave - and then all the Geocaching stuff. Just to keep it on topic, is the M.U.L.E. that much smaller really? What's a step up from the H.A.W.G.? I'm so used to carrying the Jansport bags - dark colors, that anything will seem cooler. Thank your son for me. Hope he comes home safe and soon. T. P.S. I know that my cat would be merely a snack for your Chihuahua - but he's easy to maintain. Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965) [This message was edited by Cadence (OddTodd & CheleBell) on July 17, 2003 at 02:31 PM.]

Team Shuey, Just making sure, you don't have any of those in stock? I'll put it on the credit card now if need be. T. Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

I live in a pretty mild temperature area, maybe once in a year we will have a week of over 100F. Here's my reasoning for picking the OD color. I figure it will be less conspicuous than a camo version when 'caching in public. I'll still look enough like a permanent-college-student to be able to lounge in public. When out hunting it will be 'drab' enough to not startle the critters. I want the H.A.W.G because soon I will be able to have a ham radio in my pack (soon as I can get a test date) and it looks like it accomodates it. Besides, if I DID get the Desert Camo version, and a Texas Chihuahua. I'd have to pay someone royalties on my next Avatar! T. Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

Thanks bLaZe007! Guessing acronyms when they cheat and say that A stands for All-Purpose...sheesh! Oh well, when I am in control, things will change. I believe I have approval to get the H.A.W.G in OD next paycheck. The Activities Coordinator and Financial Budgeteer (no good acronym for this one - it's my lovely wife) agrees that carrying water is more and more necessary the further we get from our home. Isn't she awesome!? OddTodd Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

Ok, I'm intrigued. American Light Infantry..... Tell me if I'm on the right track, please. T. Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

They also have had many GPS classes there in the store - kind of a How to use and bring-your-own to ask questions. The Manager a year ago has left, another manager is in his place. The new manager is the one I know. I'll go see if he's interested in helping out with Cache Bashes. They do have a very strong corporate guidelines, but should have enough leniency to promote local clubs and groups. OddTodd Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

Hmmm. What type of customer do they cater to? When did this happen? More than 6 months ago? Sorry for the short post, feeling direct. T. Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

Shuey, Is the H.A.W.G. in OD Milspec or Civilian? Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

White Elephant is still open but they only sell Lowrance GPS. If Black Sheep is supporting Geocaching, I'd go with them. OddTodd Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

Niskibum, I don't have the history you have with Geocaching, and I wasn't aware of the Whor-Warehouse's stance towards any cache bash - I happen to know a few people that work there, including the manager of the store. I'd love to know the history of this, we may get some support from them on the next. OddTodd Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

Resurrection of Dead Thread Complete! After a few months of using your Rino's, what do you feel about it now? For my part, I have no doubt in my mind that I chose the right GPSr my 120 - it works beautifully. I did send it in to Garmin, and it came back better than before - the transmit and receive is much better than it was. The foam strips in the battery compartment help with the 'Shock-power-off' feature. Haven't purchased a map for it yet, but it will be metro when I can afford it. I use 2000mAh rechargeables, and keep a set of spares with me. I noticed that radio communication really drains the batteries fast - Caching alone (My Lovely Wife and I) we can usually run 8-12 hours on one set of batteries. When caching with friends that have radios, the batteries will drain within 4 hours (average). Things I wish: 1. To use the unused 8mb map/topo memory for waypoints and tracks. 2. To be able to recharge the batteries with an external power source. What's your Mileage? Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

I was kidding! Wish they gave you more of the money from those cookies. I usually buy two to three cases each year. Wish you could sell them more than once per year! Have you tried looking at eBay? If I had a GPSr to give, I would. Right now we are a One-GPSr Family. Good luck! Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

I agree wholeheartedly with niskibum, Black Sheep is going to be your lowest price for a brickfront (retail store) - I'd say mostly from what you save in sales tax. I haven't been there to see their selection. Black Sheep is better than their 'Parent' store that they are separated from - (White Elephant). I personally bought my cables and accessories online - they are not easy to find. REI has some stuff - that's almost to downtown Spokane, Southwest corner of Monroe and Boone. My personal preference is the Sportsman's Whor-ahem-Warehouse. They have Magellan and Garmin, as well as all the accessories and software you might want. JMHO, Cadence (OddTodd) Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

Hmmm. Trade for 3 cases of Samoas? Tempting! LOL Cadence Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

TS, Looking at getting the H.A.W.G. 3L in Olive Drab, Is the Hot Deal price the price for Geocachers? Thanks for being here. Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

It's scary if you ingest it. Tritium is an isotope of hydrogen which has one proton and two neutrons . It emits beta particles only and has a half-life of 12.3 years. The maximum beta energy is 18 keV, and the mean beta energy is 6 keV. A beta particle with energy of less than 70 keV will not penetrate the dead outer layer of the skin. Therefore, tritium is not an external radiation hazard , but when taken into the body it becomes an internal hazard . If it can't pass through the outer dead layer of skin, what chance does it have in a pocket and then through dead skin? I am assuming here, please correct me if I'm wrong: This is a safe keychain as long as it is intact. Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)

WG, Don't buy the 110 when you can purchase the 120, it comes with 8 megs of memory plus data cable for not much more. In either case, get the GMRS license - it's $75 dollars for 5 years, but you get to use all of the Rino, not just the FRS portion. Cadence (OddTodd and CheleBell) FRS2,12GMRS22(WPXD965)