Thule, the world leader in Sports Utility Transportation, announces the closing of the Case Logic acquisition after approval of relevant anti-trust authorities. The transaction was originally announced on April 30th, 2007.

I finally got a chance to release a new site template that I have been working on for the past several months. I have been quite busy with other projects and family that this has been pushed back ohh...at least 200 times.

I hope that you find it a little easier to navigate through. I still have some minor tweaking to do and I should have most things sorted out this week. Let me know if you notice any "disconnects".

Both events, underwritten by Kokatat, will be held from 12 - 1pm on Days 1 and 3 of the show and will feature women's paddling gear and skill training for experienced and newbie female paddlers.

"TAPS is very excited to be working with OIWC and Kokatat at this summer's Outdoor Retailer trade show. Promoting paddlesports to women is important for the health and growth of our sport. We appreciate what OIWC does on the industry side to promote women in paddling and all outdoor activities," stated TAPS Administrator Nikki Rekman.

Looks like Confluence is having problems with some of their Tarpon sit on top kayaks. They recently sent out this letter to some of their dealers in early May. They effect a small number of boats that issues with "unanticipated leaking".

Click on the graphic below for a larger view. More info at SNEWS.

Garmin is updating their famous eTrex Series of GPS units with High-Sensitivity versions. Look for the eTrex Vista HCx, eTrex Legend HCx, eTrex Summit HC, eTrex Venture HC and the eTrex H.

What is the difference? The high-sensitivity GPS receiver enables the unit to not only acquire satellite signal quicker, but to also hold and maintain the signal better in heavy foliage and deep canyons.

More info: Garmin Blog