Product News

Water Bottle Lights Up Room
The new LightCap water bottle is an unbreakable one-liter water bottle with a cap that contains a solar-powered light. Among other uses, it can be hung at a campsite for light, be carried as a flashlight in the dark, and be stored with water for use in an emergency so that water and light are always available.

A two-hour charge of sunshine will keep the LightCap bright for hours, according to the distributor. The internal Ni-Cad system is designed to last at least 1,000 cycles and the bulbs are guaranteed for 10,000 hours. The light switch activates between a white bulb bright enough for reading and a red bulb for night vision, or can be turned off altogether. A light sensor turns the light off in the day if it is accidentally left on.

The LightCap is available in RV, outdoor and marine stores or online at www.sollight.com for $24.95. SolLight products are distributed by Simply Brilliant, P. O. Box 856, Hood River, OR 97031

New Bug Freshens Air
Designed to replace the hanging air freshener in vehicles, the Bug air freshener is a brightly colored, pod-like gel that can be stuck on a dashboard or any other surface without leaving any residue. It is available in six scents and colors, including creamy vanilla (yellow), mountain pine (green) very berry (red) summer breeze (blue), new car (purple) and citrus twist (orange).

The Bug is available at Target, Best Buy, Wal-Mart and other retailers. Suggested retail price is $2.99. For information, contact HandStands, P. O. Box 987 Draper, UT 84020. Phone (888) 228-8987 or see www.HandStands.com.

Big Bobber Keeps Drinks Cold
The new Big Bobber is a cooler than can keep beverages and food cold while floating in the water. It has a built-in handle for easy carrying and an eyelet so that a line can keep it attached to a boat, raft or float tube.

The Big Bobber weights 5.5 pounds and is big enough to hold a dozen 12-ounce cans or bottles. Suggested retail price is $44.95. For information, contact Creative Sales Co., P. O. Box 2958, Columbia Falls, MT 59912. Phone (866) 869-8115 or see www.creativesalescompany.com.


Switches Enhance Dual Batteries
Cole Hersee, which makes heavy-duty electrical and electronic products for vehicles, has introduced the M-750, a complete series of 6-36 V battery selector and master disconnect switches. With a dual battery system, the M-750 series switches deliver backup starting power in an emergency, enable two batteries to power independent loads and allow those batteries to be selectively charged.

The switches operate as an emergency shut down, protecting against electrical fires, tampering, theft and battery drain while the vehicle is left unattended. For information, contact Cole Hersee, 20 Old Colony Avenue, Boston, MA 02127-2467. Phone (617) 268-2100 or see www.colehersee.com.

Aero Unveils All-Terrain Bed
Aero Products has introduced the Aero Sport All-Terrain Bed, which is designed for either indoor or outdoor use with a cordless dual power pump. The pump can inflate the bed in 60 seconds after being plugged into a vehicle’s lighter or recharged at home.

The bed is designed for use on camping trips, weekend getaways or wherever an extra bed is needed. It includes a built-in pillow for extra convenience. It deflates in 15 seconds and comes with a carry bag. Aero Products International, which is based in Wauconda, Illinois, created the AeroBed in 1992 and has since developed other bedding products for indoor and outdoor use. The All-Terrain Bed is available at retailers and through Amazon.com. It retails for $69 for twin size and $89 for queen. For information, see www.thinkaero.com.