2013 has been a crazy year here at Exploring Elements. It started off by getting back to the states after an amazing month driving around Mexico for the Maya Rally. The crazy adventures continued all year, highlighted by; Jan. skiing in Tahoe, Feb's Gems & Brews Tour, a March filled with Desert Rendezvous/Santa Cruz Paddle Fest/Easter Jeep Safari, April in Baja, May at … [Read more...] about Van Life Holiday Greetings: A Look Back at 2013
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REVIEW: Joby 3-Way Camera Strap
Joby 3-Way Camera Strap MSRP: $39.99 (BUY NOW for LESS!) Weight: 1.8 oz (manufacturer list), 2 oz (as weighed on a digital postal scale) Features: Designed to Handle Cameras up to 6 lbs, Wrist/Shoulder/Neck Strap in One, Wrist Size Adjuster (red band), Extremely Strong Dyneema Retractable Cord, Durable & Lightweight Metal & Plastic Construction, UltraFit … [Read more...] about REVIEW: Joby 3-Way Camera Strap
REVIEW: SteadePod
SteadePod MSRP: $29.99 (BUY NOW for LESS!) Weight: 3.2 oz (measured on postal scale) Size: 3.31" x 2.31" x .75" Features: 1/4" x 20 thumbscrew for camera attachment, 6' retractable stainless steel cable MADE IN THE USA The SteadePod is a small photographer/videographer tool that helps achieve smooth and stable shots without lugging around a tripod. While not a … [Read more...] about REVIEW: SteadePod
REVIEW: JOBY GorillaPod Focus + Ballhead X
Joby GorillaPod Focus + Ballhead X MSRP: $149.95 bundle ($99.95 GorillaPod Focus & $69.95 Ballhead X when purchased separately) (BUY NOW for LESS!) Designed For: Professional camera systems weighing up to 11 lbs. Great for video & still photography. Strong enough to handle large zoom lenses. Weight: 1.1 lbs Focus & 9.3 oz Ballhead X = 1.7 lbs (measured weight of … [Read more...] about REVIEW: JOBY GorillaPod Focus + Ballhead X
EVENT: Gauley Fest 2013
Gauley Fest is the largest gathering of whitewater enthusiasts in the world. Every type of whitewater craft shows up to this event; creekboats, playboats, squirt boats, riverrunners, long boats, slalom boats, moving water sea kayaks, C1, OC1, OC2, duckies, creature craft, big rafts, little rafts, oar rigs and the list goes on. If you like whitewater this is the place to be. … [Read more...] about EVENT: Gauley Fest 2013