I came across something that may be of interest to those of us who ride and take photos. This might even make it possible to do both at the same time!
You may remember that one of our own who lives north of the Canadian border dropped his camera. Admittedly, this device may not have prevented that particular accident. For those who carry a point and shoot in their pocket ( which probably means no long lenses ) this contraption looks like it would provide some fall protection.
This photo is from the manufacturer's website. Not the best graphical presentation I've seen, but it gives you the idea.
The Gear Keeper Camera Retractor is a tether that's available with either a touch-fastener strap mount or a snap clip mount to attach to any loop or strap.
According to John Salentine, co-founder of Hammerhead Industries which manufactures Gear Keeper, "Gear Keeper systems were originally engineered for scuba diving so they were literally born out of a need to secure items in situations where you hands are otherwise occupied."
The Camera Retractor is built to hold up to 9 oz, enough for most small digital cameras, and can extend up to 25" so you don't have to unhook it to snap a photo.
There are other tethering systems on their website for various outdoor activities besides motorcycling. Which I didn't actually know existed. Activities other than motorcycling, I mean.
List price is somewhere around twenty bucks. ( U.S. )
Be aware that I have not personally tried this device. I am only passing along the information I have received. I also do not get any sort of compensation. They don't even know I exist, I'm sure. I simply figured this would be useful to those of us who like to take photos.
If you care to check it out, the website is http://gearkeeper.com/flyfish/cameraretractor.html
This will take you directly to the Camera Retractor page. If you want to check out other items you can navigate from there.
Miles and smiles,
Dan
