OK, I usually try not to post straight out of press releases (pretty much anyone who writes nowadays knows the deluge of info – some good, some not so good – that comes via the magic of the e-mail press release). This one, however, scores pretty high on the “cool outdoor gadgets” scale.
Three words: remote underwater camera.
You know you want one.
Here’s the official word:
“At MarCum Technologies, genius meets passion, and the outcome is innovative products built in the USA. New for 2010-11 is MarCum’s VS625SD. On ice or in your boat, it’s easily the most complete underwater camera system ever made. The proof lies above and below the surface . . .”
The straight specs: This underwater camera/LCD screen combo is sunlight-readable and has a number of features the maker claims will keep it alive in the electronics-killing environment of an open bass boat. It gives you camera depth and water temp info on-screen, and frankly looks like a tremendously fun water toy, whether you’re fishing or not.
Here’s a link to Marcum’s web site. Take a look, and if you pick up one of these gadgets, post a comment and tell us what you think.