New Products - February 2013
Trucker Tough
Trucker’s Friend™ is built tough to meet the hacking, chopping, prying, pulling and pounding needs of professional truckers. Also good for chopping kindling, pounding tent stakes or even up-close protection from dangerous wild animals. Features a 4.5-inch curved axe; hammer; nail puller; pry bar with “V” slot; wire twist; grapple hook; hose spanner; shock absorbing PowerGrip™ and non-conducting fiberglass handle. Cast alloy steel blade and shank are heat-treated for extra strength and then given a rust-resistant matte finish. Length 19.25 inches; weight 2.4 pounds. Backed by a no-hassle lifetime replacement guarantee. Made in the USA. Suggested retail $49.95. Contact: Innovation Factory, Dept. FFG, 630 Penfield Ave., Havertown, PA 19083; (610) 789-1137; http://innovationfactory.com
Work Sharp Guided Field Sharpener quickly and easily restores a sharp edge to flat or curved knife blades, fishing hooks, leather punches, etc. Comes with two diamond plates (coarse and fine), two ceramic rods (coarse and fine with fish-hook groove), leather strop, magnetic plate holders and angle guides all built into the compact, easy-to-carry design. Engineered and assembled in Ashland, Oregon. Suggested retail $34.95. Contact: Darex LLC, Dept. FFG, 210 E. Hersey St., Ashland, OR 97520; (800) 597-6170; www.worksharptools.com
Ergodyne TREX Strap-On Heel Ice Traction Device locks a steel traction plate to the heel of a boot with heavy-duty webbing and a hook and loop strap that can be adjusted for a secure fit. The corrosion-resistant steel tread plate greatly increases traction on ice and snow yet leaves the rest of the foot open for activities such as operating vehicles or climbing ladders. Channel design will not accumulate ice, snow or debris. Reflective accents on the rear enhance visibility during nighttime wear. Available in M/L (U.S. shoe sizes 5-12) and XL+ (sizes 12-16). Suggested retail $16.65. Phone: (800) 225-8238; or visit: www.ergodyne.com
Rippin Lips Tournament Grade Circle Hook was designed by tournament angler John Jamison with an optimized offset angle and point positioning to maximize penetration with both aggressive and soft bites. Jamison’s fishing journals record a 94-percent hook-up rate while catfishing rivers and reservoirs. Red-blood finish enhances the appeal of rigged baits of all kinds. Forged in five sizes: 1/0, 3/0, 5/0, 7/0 and 8/0. Packages start at $2.99. Contact: Rippin Lips LLC, Dept. FFG, 7238 Cumberland Hwy., Chambersburg, PA 17202; (717) 360-3990; www.rippinlips.net
Brite-Strike Adhesive Light Strip crush-proof flex-packs eliminate accidental activation, the biggest problem with chemical light sticks. Developed for our country’s elite military units; tested and proven in the most stringent conditions. The lightweight flex-pack fits in a shirt pocket yet contains 10 micro-thin LED light strips that operate in three modes: fast strobe, slow strobe and steady on. Completely weatherproof, the hermetically sealed strips were designed by military operators searching for a low-cost, ultra-reliable, long-lasting combat identifier and have been used in both IR and visible light spectrum versions by law enforcement and military personnel. For the hunting market, green strips are the hot ticket for trail and range marking. Blue and red won’t hurt night vision yet can be seen from up to 1/4-mile away. Heavy-duty, commercial-grade 3M adhesive backer holds tight to most surfaces wet or dry. Run time is 35 to 80 hours. Suggested retail $44 (visible) $55 (IR). Contact: Brite-Strike Technologies, Dept. FFG, Camelot Industrial Park, 11 Raffaele Rd., Plymouth, MA 02360; (508) 746-8701; www.brite-strike.com
XTRATUF II Boots grip like an octopus yet feel like a fuzzy slipper. This classic footwear of Alaskan commercial fishermen has been updated to provide greater comfort and warmth without sacrificing slip-resistance or waterproof quality. Insulated bootie provides warmth; Airmesh lining wicks humidity and perspiration away from the foot as it allows air to circulate. Available in 15-, 7- and 5-inch styles, in men’s sizes 3-15. Suggested retail: $115. Contact: Honeywell Safety Products, Dept. FFG, 900 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI 02197; (800) 777-9021; www.xtratufboots.com
Sugar Berries Candy-Coated Coon Bait is a dry, pelletized bait that makes baiting dog-proof traps easy. Just pour it in. Easy clean-up when you pull the trap, too. Just rinse out any residue. Sweet candy coating attracts raccoons in all seasons. Also works well with other types of traps and sets. Price for a pint $5.95, quart $9.95. Contact: Sullivan’s, Dept. FFG, 429 Upper Twin, Blue Creek, OH 45616; (740) 858-4416; www.sullivansline.com
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