Re: [Paddlewise] Low Profile Deck Compass?

Just out of curiousity Dr. Dave, how much do those various compasses cost?
(I can't define spendy or steep.)

Bradford R. Crain

Subject: [Paddlewise] Low Profile Deck Compass?


>I had to replace the deck compass on our double.  Was surprised to find out 
>Aquameter is out of business and their Sailor II is no longer made by Rule 
>(rule acquired Aquameter).
>
> Found a good one from Ritchie that is actually better than the Aquameter 
> (their XP-99: http://www.boatersworld.com/product/MP81107956.htm ), but it 
> is kinda spendy and a little higher profile.  A friend is also in the game 
> for a deck compass, but the XP-99 is too steep for her.
>
> I looked for the Suunto Orca, but can't find anyone who sells it any more. 
> Is it gone, also?
>
> The only low profile "entry level" deck compass I could find is the one 
> from Seattle Sports: http://www.rei.com/product/752705  This looks to be a 
> good value at 25 bucks.  Anybody have experience with this one?
>
> Is there anything else out there in this price range or a little more, 
> also low profile?
>
> Thanks for the help.
>
> -- 
> Dave Kruger
> Astoria, OR
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