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Radiodetection Backpack and Transmitter Bag

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A convenient new way to transport a precision Cable & Pipe locator system.

Carrying all your equipment to a job isn’t easy. You need your hands free to study maps and drawings as well as carry all your tools.

The new durable and weather-resistant Backpack is designed to be comfortable to wear for long periods. The Backpack has side pockets for tools, paint cans and other items. The sleeve holds any precision locator, including a marker locator or PCMx. 

The Transmitter Bag holds a transmitter without the tool tray, to ensure only essential items are carried to site. The clear panel allows for full control without taking the transmitter out of the bag.

Designed to be comfortable for long periods

High Visibility colouring and reflective strips For extra safety when working at night

Spacious interior For carrying a transmitter and other items

Multiple pockets For spray paint cans, hand tools and other items

Padded straps and foam back covered in Airmesh For increased user comfort

External sleeve with Velcro release To hold any precision locator easily and securely

Clear panel For complete control of the transmitter without taking it out of the bag

Securely holds your transmitter Without the tool tray

Easy access to the accessory socket

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Trav'ler Stroll 'N Wagon with Protective Cover

The ultimate wagon for family travel.

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• Choose how you roll with convenient push or pull steering
• Protective travel cover with large, zippered pouch
• Easy one-hand fold; wagon folds flat for easy storage
• 5-point safety harnesses and rear brake
• Durable rubber wheels with bearings provide a smooth ride
• Removable UV protection canopy with peek-a-boo mesh window
• Removable rear storage bag
• For young riders ages 1+ years

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The Trav’ler Stroll ‘N Wagon® with Protective Cover is designed for easy family travel. The wagon folds compactly, perfect for stowing in trunks for car trips or saving space in the garage. The folded wagon also rolls with you while you walk, making it easy to transport or bring along at the airport. The included travel cover protects the wagon while folded and features a large zippered storage pouch that holds the removable accessories and other travel necessities.

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This ultimate travel wagon fully converts from a push wagon to a folding pull wagon thanks to a unique design that allows the optimal steering configuration for each mode: a traditional wagon pull handle in the front and a fold-away push handlebar on the back. Both push and pull handles are made of sturdy aluminum. Features like two 5-point safety harness seat belts and a and rear brake keep babies as young as 12 months secure and comfortable.

With three different seating modes, this push pull wagon is ready to go when you are, no matter the occasion. Push or pull little riders on a walk around the neighborhood, convert to bench seating for a picnic in the park, or haul home all of your farmers market finds. The Trav’ler Stroll ‘N Wagon® with Protective Cover is your go to vehicle for adventures big and small.

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Practical and easy to use...my wife and I were both able to push the wagon around the zoo and uphill with ease. The children love the accessibility and the cup holders inside the wagon. It collapses effortlessly and is great to travel with. I would highly recommend.

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● Convenient push or pull steering ● Easy one-hand fold; wagon folds flat for easy storage ● Durable rubber wheels with bearings provide a smooth ride ● 5-point safety harnesses and rear brake ● The travel cover protects the wagon when folded and features large, zippered pouch ● Removable UV protection canopy with peek-a-boo mesh window ● Removable rear storage bag

Radio Flyer’s Trav’ler Stroll ‘N Wagon™ makes traveling a breeze for on-the-go families. The convenient push or pull design features two modes: our Never Fall™ wagon pull handle in the front and an adjustable push bar on the back. The easy one-hand fold allows this wagon to be stored anywhere and the folding lock on the frame ensures it stays folded when not in use. The included travel cover protects the wagon while folded and features a large zippered storage pouch that holds the removable accessories and other travel necessities. A rear brake and two 5-point safety harnesses keep little ones as young as 12 months safe and comfortable. Thoughtfully designed parent features like cup holders, a removable rear storage bag, and a peek-a-boo window on the UV protection canopy make this the ideal vehicle for your whole family. The side also zips down for stationary bench seating. The durable rubber wheels with bearings provide a smooth ride on almost any terrain. It also features DuraClean® 2.0, our highest quality fabric, which is durable, easily cleaned and made to last. Maximum weight capacity 120 lbs. For 1+ years.

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I Travel Alone Often, and These Are the 16 RFID-blocking Bags I Recommend to Keep Your Info Safe — From $10

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I first started traveling solo internationally long before my career as a professional travel writer began, back in college when protecting my belongings involved keeping a death grip on my airline tickets (remember cardstock tickets?) and cashier’s checks. I remember nervously walking around London — wearing my backpack in front, of course — and assuming everyone on the Tube was trying to figure out where I had stashed my cash. I learned from that trip that traveling in fear is no fun as a solo traveler (or as any sort of traveler, for that matter), and it’s definitely not necessary. What is necessary is being aware of your surroundings and making smart decisions, like not walking alone through dimly lit passageways and not letting others know you’re traveling alone.   More than eight dozen countries later — and hundreds of stories filed from hotel rooms and cafes around the world — and I can now attribute much of my safety success while on the road to being smart, being aware, and being prepared with gear that protects my personal info (like these data blocking charging cables ).  You’ll still often see me traveling with my backpack on my front while riding on crowded Metros around Europe where I live … only now that backpack is equipped with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)-blocking technology. Digital theft is a growing problem around the world, and not just in crowded cities, where a simple skim (i.e., scan) of your bag could give thieves access to your name, address, credit card numbers, and expiration dates. For that reason, I always use an RFID-blocking wallet or bag to keep my credit cards and IDs un-skimmable and recommend travelers do the same. From bags that are meant to be worn on the front to bags that are both slice- and skim-resistant, these are my favorite RFID-blocking bags for anyone looking to protect themselves while traveling.  

Travelon Anti-Theft Classic Essential Messenger Bag

This roomy messenger is lightweight but durable, and by durable I mean slash-proof, cut-proof, and equipped with locking hardware to strap it down while at a restaurant or café. Travelon makes one of the top anti-theft bags out there, and this bag doubles as a wallet with built-in card holders and zipper pockets, all RFID-blocking, of course. 

Daitet Money Belt Bag

Travelers love this RFID-blocking money belt for “ peace of mind ” and that it’s easy to conceal when they’re on the go, saying it’s “ almost unnoticeable under a T-shirt ” and is “super light, durable, and works great.” Coming in at just $10 thanks to a 50 percent off sale, it’s also a steal. And Amazon shoppers have taken note, with more than 2,000 selling in the past month alone. 

Falanko Laptop Backpack

The RFID-blocking pocket is large enough to protect a wallet, a phone, and a passport all at once. I also love that this backpack is waterproof, so it can also protect a laptop against spills or unexpected weather. The built-in charging port and luggage strap come in handy, too. 

Baggallini Essential Crossbody Bag

Amazon reviewers love this crossbody’s multiple zipper pocket options, but I love how easy it is to keep clean. The entire bag is machine washable, which does not hinder the RFID-blocking capabilities in any way. 

Sherpani Geo, Anti-Theft Tote Bag

Although this anti-theft bag is smaller than the average tote, it’s great for storing a 10-inch tablet and perfect for protecting your digital identity with a spacious RFID-blocking pocket built right in. Even better, you can wear it as a tote, a crossbody, or a shoulder bag.

Kroser Laptop Backpack 

There are no less than 13 pockets in this TSA-friendly backpack. Some are mesh, some are zippered, but the most important ones are RFID-blocking. Reviewers obviously love its functionality, but many also mention how comfy it is to wear. 

Nautica RFID-Blocking Mini Crossbody

The RFID-blocking pocket in this crossbody is almost as big as the entire bag itself. This also comes with an interior zipper coin pocket as well as an exterior zippered pocket, but I love that it can be worn as a wristlet or a crossbody depending on which strap you use. 

Travelon Anti-Theft Metro Convertible Small Crossbody 

Don’t let the size deceive you — this durable bag is surprisingly spacious. It comes with Travelon’s signature 5-point anti-theft security system (i.e., slash-resistant strap, lock down straps, locking compartments, an RFID-blocking organizer, slash-resistant mesh), and it can be worn as either a waist pack or a crossbody. 

Wrangler RFID-Blocking Crossbody Purse 

Simply thread your belt through the belt loop for a hands-free RFID-blocking bag that’s great for travel. Designed to resemble an old-school camera bag, this petite purse is perfect for stashing the essentials, and keeping those essentials safe no matter where you go. 

Travelon Anti-theft Classic Sling Bag

Amazon has this popular travel sling on sale for up to half off right now in select colors. It’s an organized traveler’s dream bag, with multiple pockets and specific RFID-blocking card slots and passport pockets. I love that it has the versatility of a sling with the functionality of a backpack.

S-Zone Duffel Bag

Even without the RFID-blocking zippered pocket — which is huge, by the way, at 12.6 inches long — this bag is one of my favorites to recommend for travel due to its smart design. This anti-theft duffel can hold way more than you’d expect and opens like a suitcase to keep things organized.  

Bagsmart Laptop Bag

Leave it to Bagsmart to come up with one of the smartest laptop bags on the market. This TSA-friendly briefcase is fully padded for laptop protection and comes with a secret anti-theft RFID-blocking pocket for digital protection. It’s also water-resistant and big enough for a 15.6-inch laptop. 

AM Sea Blue Laptop Tote Bag

This unassuming floral tote is surprisingly techy, with an external USB charging port and earphone jack on one side and an RFID-blocking zippered pocket on the other. The bag is great for toting a laptop, but it’s also a perfect carry-on, with a full zipper closure for added security between gates and in flight. 

Vera Bradley Mini Hipster Crossbody Purse

I view this bag as more of a wearable wallet, with built-in RFID-blocking card slips and an ID window taking away the need for packing a bulky wallet. It has multiple zippered pockets and pouches for extra organization, and the small size makes it easy to stash in a larger carry-on or tote. 

Vankean Expandable Waterproof Laptop Briefcase 

This bag had me at “expandable.” It’s small, but mighty, with anti-theft features that include multiple RFID pockets. Aside from being expandable, I like that it’s waterproof, TSA-compliant, and holds up to a 17-inch laptop. 

Samsonite Classic 2.0 RFID Crossbody Bag

Samsonite loyalists will love this classic crossbody, especially because it has a solid RFID-blocking lining that protects against skimming. Multiple pockets and a sturdy shoulder strap keep it ideal for travel, and the main compartment is roomy enough to even hold up to a 10.1-inch tablet.  Love a great deal? Sign up for our T+L Recommends newsletter and we’ll send you our favorite travel products each week.

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Going on Vacation? Great Options for Bringing Ham Radio Along for the Trip (Part 1)

For many hams, taking a summer vacation without bringing ham radio gear along isn’t much of a vacation at all. If you’re planning on making some casual QSOs far from the shack—or perhaps embarking on a mini-DXpedition—you’ve come to the right place. OnAllBands will be highlighting a few items that are popular with operators who like to mix getting away from it all with getting on the air.

Of course, what gear you’ll need to operate will depend on what kind of vacation you have planned. Will you be sipping sparkling water from a champagne flute on the veranda of your tropical bungalow while operating vacation style or roughing it in the deep woods with a stream-water-filled canteen and some deer jerky? Both sound like fun to us, but you’ll want to be fully prepared either way.

If your mind is set on having out-of-the-shack experiences in the days ahead, read this excellent article from OnAllBands blogger Mark, K8MSH, “Ham Radio to Go, Portable Hamming.” It’s full of ideas for what to pack whether you’re heading to a cabin on the lake, a weekend at Uncle Joe’s, hiking trails, or a hotel room.

For our series on vacation-friendly gear, we’ll be kicking it off with the TransWorld Antenna, which, in the words of one satisfied DX Engineering customer, “yields far greater results than its diminutive size would suggest.” This comment came after making phone QSOs with stations in Alaska, Alberta, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, California, Moscow, Panama, Spain, Texas, and Venezuela over a week of operation on 20 meters using 100 watts.

HF Portable TransWorld Antennas

These compact, high-performing, and easily portable antenna systems were made for vacations—no matter where you set down temporary roots. DX Engineering has been manufacturing these unique antennas since 2016 when it purchased TW Antennas, ensuring that these small but durable troopers would keep providing hams with DX capabilities they could take just about anywhere. The QSL card below from the 2014 VK9X/K7Co DXpedition shows a TW Antenna that was deployed on Christmas Island.

Planning on roaming no farther than your backyard this summer? TW Antennas (8.25 feet tall, 5 feet wide) are also a great choice for “staycations” and permanent installations. Check out the video below on how easy TW antennas are to set up:

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The stealthy TW Antenna is a basic structure consisting of top, bottom, and tee sections with an interchangeable array box center section that can be purchased separately for the bands you want. While there are multiple combinations, DX Engineering makes it simple by offering these packages:

• 5-Band Explorer : Enjoy excellent 20, 17, 15, 12 and 10 meter coverage with manual switchable band box. It includes a portable Quadrastand portable base , basic antenna structure, and travel bag .
• 5-Band Adventurer : Similar to the 5-Band Explorer with the addition of a remote band-switching console and 65.5-foot control cable. The travel bag is available separately.
• Band-Specific Solo Explorer : This monoband system gives you an impressive presence on your choice of 80 , 40 , and 30 meters. Packages include basic antenna structure, Quadrastand, and band box.
• 5-Band Globetrotter : Like the 5-Band Adventurer (20-10M), this package comes with remote band-switching console and 65.5-foot control cable. Instead of the Quadrastand, it includes a permanent antenna mounting post ( DXE-TW-PMP ) for an effective home station HF setup without having to deal with massive antennas.

Visit DXEngineering.com for all TransWorld Antenna packages and accessories, along with other vacation-ready items you’ll want to consider:

• AlexLoop HamPack Portable Magnetic Loop Antenna System
• Chameleon loop antennas and portable antenna systems
• DX Engineering Premier Telescoping Carbon Fiber Masts
• DX Engineering Complete Telescoping Fiberglass Mast Tubing and Cam Lock Clamp Kits
• Mobile transceivers like the IC-705, FT-818, and FT-891
• DX Engineering stealth and high visibility wire

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The CDC issues new rules for bringing dogs into the U.S., aimed at keeping out rabies

Traveling internationally with a dog — or adopting one from abroad — just got a bit more complicated. The CDC issued new rules intended to reduce the risk of importing rabies. mauinow1/Getty Images/iStockphoto hide caption

Traveling internationally with a dog — or adopting one from abroad — just got a bit more complicated. The CDC issued new rules intended to reduce the risk of importing rabies.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced new rules Wednesday aimed at preventing dogs with rabies from coming into the United States.

Under the new regulations, all dogs entering the U.S. must appear healthy, must be at least six months old, must have received a microchip, and the owner must verify the animal either has a valid rabies vaccine or has not been in a country where rabies is endemic in the last six months.

Dogs coming from a country that is considered at high risk for rabies and who received a rabies vaccine from another country must meet additional criteria. Those include getting a blood test before they leave the other country to make sure the animal has immunity against rabies, a physical examination upon arrival and getting a U.S. rabies vaccine. If the dog doesn't have a blood test showing immunity, it must be quarantined for 28 days.

These are much stricter requirements than existing regulations for dog importation — for those who want to adopt from abroad and for those traveling internationally with their pets.

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Vaccine hesitancy affects dog-owners, too, with many questioning the rabies shot.

But, U.S pet owners shouldn't panic, says Dr. Emily Pieracci , a CDC veterinary medicine officer. "This really isn't a big change," she says. "It sounds like a lot, but not when you break it down, it's really not a huge inconvenience for pet owners."

Rabies was eliminated in dogs in the United States in 2007 , but unvaccinated canines can still contract the disease from rabid wildlife such as raccoons, skunks or bats.

And rabies remains one of the deadliest diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans around the world. Globally, about 59,000 people die from rabies each year. The illness is nearly always fatal once a person begins to experience symptoms .

Today, pet dogs in the United States are routinely vaccinated against rabies.

"This new regulation is really set to address the current challenges we're facing," Pieracci says. Those include an increased risk of disease "because of the large-scale international movement of dogs," she adds, as well as fraudulent documentation for imported dogs.

The U.S. imports an estimated 1 million dogs each year. In 2021, amid a surge of pandemic-inspired dog adoptions, the CDC suspended importations from 113 countries where rabies is still endemic because of an increase in fraudulent rabies vaccination certificates. The countries include Kenya, Uganda, Brazil, Colombia, Russia, Vietnam, North Korea, Nepal, China and Syria.

That suspension will end when the new rules go into effect Aug. 1.

"This will bring us up to speed with the rest of the international community which already has measures in place to prevent the importation of of rapid dogs," Pieracci said. "So, we're playing catch-up in a sense."

The new regulations replace rules that date back to 1956. Those rules only required that dogs be vaccinated before entering the country.

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"As you can imagine a lot has changed since then," Pieracci says. "International travel has increased dramatically and people's relationships with dogs have changed since the 1950s. During that time, it really wasn't common for dogs to be considered family member. They didn't sleep in peoples' beds. They certainly didn't accompany them on international trips."

The new rules won praise from the American Veterinary Medical Association . The organization "is pleased to see the implementation of this new rule that will help protect public health and positively impact canine health and welfare," said Dr. Rena Carlson, president of the AVMA in a statement to NPR.

Dog rescue advocates also welcomed the changes.

"This updated regulation will allow us to continue bringing dogs to the U.S. safely and efficiently," Lori Kalef, director of programs for SPCA International, said in a statement.

"We have seen that dogs have been a lifeline for U.S. service members during their deployments. One of our key programs reunites these service members and their animal companions here in the U.S. once they have returned home," she said. "The CDC's commitment to improving its regulations has a profound impact on the animals and service members we support, and this new policy is an important piece of that effort."

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