The wind has picked up, the sky is clouding over, and the temperature has dropped. Instead of trying to guess what the weather will bring the next time you go hiking, take along the Brunton Sherpa atmospheric data center, which delivers precise readings on altitude, barometric pressure, temperature, and wind speed, all from a sleek instrument that fits easily in the palm of your hand. Unlike most weather watches and portable instruments, the Sherpa includes a finely calibrated wind meter built into its tough plastic housing. Simply hold the Sherpa up in a breeze and the impeller blade--which is mounted on a stainless-steel shaft--will transmit the wind data to the instrument in miles per hour, knots, Beaufort, kilometers per hour, or m/s, with a four percent margin of error. Thanks to the wind meter and built-in thermometer, it's possible to calculate both wind chill and the temperature in either Fahrenheit or Celsius.
The Sherpa also includes an altimeter, which determines the elevation based on incremental changes in the air pressure. However, because weather-related changes in air pressure can affect the altimeter's accuracy, this function is best calibrated using a topographic map. The barometer, meanwhile, measures minute changes in atmospheric pressure in either inches or millimeters of mercury, helping you predict the weather over the next several hours. The Sherpa keeps track of pressure trends over a single 16-hour period, giving you plenty of advance warning of incoming storms.
The information is simple to decipher thanks to the Sherpa's oversized LCD display, which includes large, dark, easy-to-read numerals. Plus, the instrument sits conveniently around your neck for easy access, while its water-resistant body floats if accidentally dropped into a stream or lake.
So keep safe and dry on your next outing with the versatile Sherpa atmospheric data center. The Sherpa measures 1.57 by 3.93 by 0.70 inches (W x H x D) and carries a two-year warranty on parts and labor.
What's in the Box
Sherpa atmospheric data center, lanyard, lithium battery, user's manual.
