Showing posts with label Mountain. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Mountain. Show all posts

Friday, November 30, 2012

Snowmobile ATV Helmet Cameras For Snowcross Racing, Trail Riding, and Mountain Climbing

Many snowmobilers often ride in harsh weather conditions. The winter months of the year bring ice, snow and sleet. Summertime activities for snowmobile and ATV enthusiasts can also involve drag racing on grass, asphalt strips, or even across water. For these conditions there are a few options to consider when choosing the best helmet camera for riding in all these conditions.

Not all helmet cameras are built for the most extreme weather environments such as snow and ice. Look for a bullet camera style camera that provides Waterproof and anti fogging recording capabilities. If you already have a compatible camcorder, the 580 Ex View bullet cams can be integrated with your camcorder simply by connecting it to the A/V input. You may also use a DVR as a recording device. A 580 Ex View bullet camera scans 580 lines of high resolution video and includes a high gain two channel external microphone to capture sound. The helmet mounts are durable and can be moved from one location to another. The Ex view bullet cams use a .1 lux sensor which is excellent for low light conditions. As long as you are using a light source, the 580 Line Ex-View CCD camera will work at night or in the dark.

Another option for recording is an all digital Ultimate DVR Helmet Cam Video System like the VIO-POV camera . This system includes an LCD screen for reviewing recorded video and setting up your shots. This video camera has a 5 Lux color sensor and a sub .1 lux monochrome sensor. The Vio has a ten foot radius remote control for ease of recording. This camera provides options of clip mode, loop mode, continuous recording and video segments with tags. The video system requires 4 AA batteries with a record times exceeding 4 hours at the highest resolution. This unit is compatible up to an 8 GB SDHC card. The lens is a 2.9 mm which is a 110 degree field of view, for the wider field of view with focus being closer.

Snowmobile ATV Helmet Cameras For Snowcross Racing, Trail Riding, and Mountain Climbing

A helmet camera makes a great gift for the outdoor winter sports athlete in your family. Whether you're skiing, snowmobiling, snowboarding, skating, sledding, or just having a snow ball fight, be sure to save every last moment on video with a helmet cam. When purchasing a helmet cam, it is recommend to contact a reputable, established dealer , with toll free number for any questions and special holiday pricing. A friendly, helpful voice will reassure you that you your helmet cam purchase will be handled with attention to detail and care.

Snowmobile ATV Helmet Cameras For Snowcross Racing, Trail Riding, and Mountain Climbing
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Nicole is an Web Design-Interactive Media student and a avid sports enthusiast who enjoys recording all the great times she shares with helmet cameras. Nicole uses helmet cameras to record her track days at the track racing BMW's, motorcycling, skydiving and snowboarding. Save your time and energy searching the internet looking for helmet cameras and take a look at my recommendations.

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Saturday, June 23, 2012

White Rim Mountain Biking - Moab & Canyonlands National Park

The White Rim Road, in Utah's Canyonlands National Park, is a wildly popular mountain bike adventure near Moab. On this 100 mile White Rim journey, you will ride below the Canyonlands Island in the Sky mesa through diverse terrain and unique desert scenery. You will enjoy biking over sandstone, sand patches and dirt trails with stunning views of red rock cliffs, rugged canyons, arches, rock formations, buttes and the Green and Colorado Rivers.

The White Rim Road

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The White Rim Road is on the White Rim Plateau, a layer of sandstone lying between river gorges and mesa tops. In the early 1950s, the White Rim Road was built and used for a short period in time to access uranium. In 1964, the Canyonlands National Park was formed. Luckily, the road was not further developed and now remains a stunning recreational backcountry road for mountain bikers and jeeps.

White Rim Mountain Biking - Moab & Canyonlands National Park

White Rim Adventure

This mountain biking trip was an all time favorite outside adventure of mine. The biking is fun and rewarding, the views are spectacular, the remote backcountry experience is amazing and the camaraderie you will experience with fellow bikers is an experience like no other. We had a group of 9 bikers. We biked hard, yet took plenty of time for scenery stops and hanging out for lunch and at camp.

White Rim Schedule

Here is the basic schedule of our incredible trip!

Day 1: 25 Miles

Started at the Canyonlands Island in the Sky visitor center. Rode down Shafer trail. Lunch at Musselman Arch; one of the few you can legally walk on. Camped at Airport Tower.

Day 2: 27.5 Miles

Lunch at White Crack; turning point from Colorado to Green River side. Climbed Murphy's Hogback. Camped on top of Murphy's.

Day 3: 25 Miles

Cruised down the other side of Murphy's. Lunch at Wilhite Canyon; slot canyon to explore below road. Climbed up and over Hardscrabble hill and down the other side. Camped next to the Green River at Hardscrabble camp for swimming and fun.

Day 4: 11 Miles

Rode along the scenic Green River to Mineral Bottom. Finished up the imposing Horsethief Canyon trail. Ended with huge smiles on our faces and a beer to celebrate! We arranged for pickups and cut off a few miles of paved road.

What You Need to Know!

You will want to plan your mountain bike trip well in advance. You need to reserve for a permit and campsites early. Planning for the support vehicle and gear should be well thought out. Once you are in the backcountry, you will need to provide for water, food, camping needs, your basic necessities, first aid supplies and bike repair tools.

Our group had several seasoned White Rim bikers. If this is the first time for everyone on your trip, I would suggest using a guide service. The town of Moab offers many guide outfitters.

Time and Ability Levels

The White Rim is suited for all levels of mountain bikers. I would recommend taking 3-4 days to ride, check out the scenery and hang out with friends at the the gorgeous viewpoints and backcountry campsites.

Our group had bikers of all levels. You will love the journey whether you are a beginner or experienced rider.

As a beginner, you will like the diverse rolling terrain. You may need to walk a few sections of the steeper hills. Even if you are new to mountain biking, I recommend being in good physical shape. You will be riding for many hours in diverse weather and it can be tiring. Advanced riders can challenge their pace up the hills, cruise with their buddies, spend more time sightseeing and if so inclined, drink a few extra beers. (This was a crucial part of the trip for a most of our fun loving members! Hydration was important!)

Basic Biking Needs

Camelbak to hold plenty of water Sunscreen Helmet Sun Glasses Emergency bike repair kit (or stay close to support vehicle) Camera Appropriate biking clothes & gear.

White Rim Mountain Biking - Moab & Canyonlands National Park

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Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Hazards of Mountain Climbing

While mountain climbing can be one of the most exciting and challenging sports, there are also many dangers involved in mountain climbing which one should consider. To decrease the odds of falling victim to a damaging or fatal injury on the mountain, make sure that you are aware of all of the hazards and take appropriate safety precautions. In this article we will look at some of the common dangers that one faces when climbing.

The most obvious hazard that springs to mind when thinking about mountain climbing is the danger of falling. Rough surfaces of exposed rock make it easy to break one's bones or even die instantly from comparatively short falls. A mountain climber must continually be aware of the environment around him and make sure that his / her estimates of the strength and stability / firmness of the rock are correct. Rocks can be rotten and give way, crumbling when weight is applied to them. The speed with which weight is transferred from one point to another is also important, as jerking motions are more likely to dislodge a hand hold or foot hold. Many climbers take advantage of multiple support points to protect themselves in case one of their supports gives way. It is also wisest, in cases where vertical or near vertical ascents are being undertaken, to climb in a team. When climbing together, team members must always be aware of each other's positions, as they rely on each other for physical support and for rescue if there is a sudden problem.

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Another common danger for mountain climbers is that of avalanches. Avalanches are caused either by loose snow which accumulates as it rolls down the mountain, eventually forming a large mass, or by a slab of snow which suddenly breaks free. Climbers need to be experienced with snow climbing techniques and pay close attention to the recent weather to know what level of danger they are facing from a possible avalanche. If there is a high risk of an avalanche due to the local conditions, the leader of a climb has to be prepared to turn back ' this can be difficult to do when great effort has been put into reaching the higher parts of a mountain, and frustrating as well because without someone as a trigger the avalanche usually doesn't happen, making it impossible to say whether or not going back was necessary. Still, exercising caution when snow conditions are dangerous is the only way to be safe. The standard safety gear used for areas where avalanches may occur are an avalanche beacon, shovel and probe.

Hazards of Mountain Climbing

Finally weather is also a great danger, especially on the upper reaches of a mountain. The combination of cold, snowy weather, which may make it very difficult to see the area ahead of you, and the altitude, which makes it more difficult to breathe, make climbing to the summit of a tall mountain an extreme challenge. Climbers must be sure to bring proper support, and to gauge the level of oxygen that they bring with them to remain safe.

Take all this into account and you can enjoy your climbing, and keep the risks to a minimum.

Hazards of Mountain Climbing

Chris Haycock is an information publisher, one of whose many hobbies is climbing. With recurring knee problems, including one replacement, making it no longer possible to physically climb, he spends a lot of time researching resources to help other climbers.

For details of one amazing resource, go to http://www.climbingknowledge.com

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