The idea of drinking water is more than just satisfy thirst, but keep you alive and healthy. Using chemicals to sterilize water is not always effective, and you will still be drinking a poisonous cocktail with some dead pathogens in it. Using a highly advanced ultra-filtration system, the Lifesaver Bottle ($380) will remove bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi and all other microbiological waterborne pathogens. Failsafe technology will shut off the bottle’s cartridge upon expiration, preventing you from accidentally drinking contaminated water.
Beyond mobile network, using 100% GPS satellite technology, the SPOT Satellite Messenger ($170) can locate you on Google Maps for your mom’s peace of mind. Unlike Personal Locator Beacons, SPOT does more than just call for help. Tracking your progress, checking in with loved ones, and non-emergency assistance are also available, all at the push of a button.
The Victorinox Swiss Army Rescue Tool ($90) can save your life but if you’re like us you want details. The Knife of the Year 2007 at the IWA International Knife Awards includes a phillips screwdriver, window breaker, crate opener, bottle opener, wire stripper, reamer, punch, seatbelt cutter, key ring, tweezers, toothpick, nylon cord, luminescent Handles, a disc saw for shatterproof glass and it can be operated with gloves.
The exterior casing of the American Red Cross FR1000 Voicelink ($150) is shaped to protect the emergency radio’s knobs. Featuring: AM/FM bands and weather band frequencies, two-way radio, cell phone charger, flashlight, a beacon light that can function as an SOS signal, and a siren all powered with the twist of a crank. A contribution of $1.50 of the sale price will go to the American Red Cross.
