Category: Reviews

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Review: Deep Time Walk

On By GeoKsIn Other Reviews2 Comments

A mash up of science, technology and the humanities, the Deep Time Walk app invites the listener on a time travel experience - any time, any where. While walking 4.6 km in the virtual company of a narrator, a scientist and a fool, take an imaginary trip, 4,600 million years back in time, to when the Earth formed. Then with each step, meter-by-million-years forward, it’s an immersive and informative journey to the present day, where the industrial age represents but a hair’s breadth on the geological time scale.

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Gear Review: Peak Design Everyday Bags

On By GeoKsIn Clothing & Gear Reviews1 Comment

Peak Design added thoughtfully designed bags to their slate of camera gear accessories in 2015. With sleek, durable exteriors and multi-pocketed, flexible interiors, Peak Design positioned these bags to be your everyday carry. After using the Everyday Messenger since January 2016 and the Everyday Backpack and Everyday Tote since January 2017, I have a solid base of experience upon which to share my use case for each bag, along with likes, dislikes and other bits of feedback. Plus, thanks to Peak Design's affiliate program, we can offer you 10% off your next purchase from Peak Design's online store.

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Review: Banff, Yoho & Kootenay National Parks Recreation Map and Visitor Guide from Clark Geomatics

On By GeoKsIn Clothing & Gear Reviews2 Comments

This is a big map, packed with tons of content: charts, timelines, planning and wildlife viewing tips, 80 sights and attractions and more than 100 hikes. The main attraction is the beautiful, shaded relief map of Banff, Yoho & Kootenay National Parks, along with Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park and a few bits of Kananaskis Country, all at a scale of 1:250,000. There are at least three reasons to buy this map: It's a great resource if you're planning a trip to the Canadian Rockies. It makes a great souvenir. It offers ideas to foster your exploration and appreciation of the Canadian Rockies.

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Gear Review: Aftermarket Insoles

On By GeoKsIn Clothing & Gear Reviews6 Comments

For the last few years, whenever something related to age comes up in conversation, Mr. GeoK has calmly stated that we're middle aged. I've steadfastly disagreed, arguing that middle age is based on how you feel, not a number. But I think I'm finally ready to concede that he's right. The tipping point for me? The decision to swap out the flimsy OEM insoles in my walking shoes and hiking boots for aftermarket insoles that treat my middle aged feet with the respect they deserve!