Ep. 59 "PNW Prepp'n Afterdark"

Summary: Technology, watches and EDC gear that's built to last, let's get this party started! This is the Bellingham Podcast! New Watch Alert! AJ with a SNK807...and a hand crafted strap? #WatchFast<br><br>Op-Ed<br><br>Chris <br><br>* **Moving to the rebel alliance that is MVNO - JUST SAY NO TO LEASING<br> * Rufurbished iPhones (<a href="https://www.apple.com/shop/browse/home/specialdeals/iphone)" rel="noopener">https://www.apple.com/shop/browse/home/specialdeals/iphone)</a> - Starting at $470<br> * OnePlus Android Phones (<a href="https://www.amazon.com/OnePlus-64GB-ROM-A3000-Factory-Unlocked/dp/B01MXR13TZ/ref" rel="noopener">https://www.amazon.com/OnePlus-64GB-ROM-A3000-Factory-Unlocked/dp/B01MXR13TZ/ref</a>=sr_1_2?s=wireless&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1512145020&amp;sr=1-2&amp;keywords=oneplus+3t) - Starting at $425<br> * Google Pixel Android Phones (<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Google-Unlocked-Smartphone-Carriers-Wireless/dp/B01M0DMG3W/ref" rel="noopener">https://www.amazon.com/Google-Unlocked-Smartphone-Carriers-Wireless/dp/B01M0DMG3W/ref</a>=sr_1_1?s=wireless&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1512145110&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=google+pixel+phone) - Starting at $480<br>* Cricket (<a href="https://www.cricketwireless.com/)" rel="noopener">https://www.cricketwireless.com/)</a> Wireless. Dollars and sense. <br><br>A touch of prepp’n<br><br>***Gear every PNW person should have during the stormy season. The power can, and usually does, go out around our holiday season. Most of us have backpacking gear waiting in the wings, but for those who are not avid outdoor enthusiasts here is some recommendations under $150***<br><br>AJ<br><br>* Camp Stove (remember do NOT use propane indoors= carbon monoxide). <br>* UPS (<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FWAZEIU/ref" rel="noopener">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FWAZEIU/ref</a>=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1) for that entertainment center/network router- doubles as battery backup for your mobile phone<br>* Led flashlight<br>* Eneloop (<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XZ1Q6QY/ref" rel="noopener">https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XZ1Q6QY/ref</a>=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1) (rechargable battery setup) <br>* Know a HAM radio operator in your area?<br>* REI - dehydrated foods #justAddWater <br><br>Chris<br><br>* Indoor oil lamp (<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Lamplight-110-Chamber-Oil-Lamp/dp/B002YHPVWO/ref" rel="noopener">https://www.amazon.com/Lamplight-110-Chamber-Oil-Lamp/dp/B002YHPVWO/ref</a>=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1512145586&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=indoor+oil+lamp) - Burns up to 25 hours, $20<br>* Lamp oil (<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Lamplight-Ultra-Pure-Clear-Lamp-Oil/dp/B005CBWIMK/ref" rel="noopener">https://www.amazon.com/Lamplight-Ultra-Pure-Clear-Lamp-Oil/dp/B005CBWIMK/ref</a>=pd_bxgy_201_2?_encoding=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=3CTA1S4Y1TG0TN9091HW) - $14<br>* LED Headlamp (<a href="https://www.amazon.com/GRDE-Zoomable-Headlamp-Rechargeable-Batteries/dp/B00NIOCZIK/ref" rel="noopener">https://www.amazon.com/GRDE-Zoomable-Headlamp-Rechargeable-Batteries/dp/B00NIOCZIK/ref</a>=pd_sbs_468_2?_encoding=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=AY48S50DYGP3BPY9P8H4) - $24<br><br>Happy Holiday Hibernation -<br><br>AJ<br>WatchFinder &amp; Co (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/watchfinder)" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/user/watchfinder)</a>. on YouTube “Experts from Every Angle” series; a blend of watch history and review in a brief under 5-10min ep<br>California Typewriter (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l53MPBjCDpY" rel="noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l53MPBjCDpY</a>)<br><br>Chris<br><br>* Watch This - Bombshell - The Hedy Lamarr Story (<a href="http://www.imdb.com/title/tt6752848/)" rel="noopener">http://www.imdb.com/title/tt6752848/)</a><br> * The world's most beautiful woman was also the secret inventor of secure Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS communications, but her arresting looks stood in the way of her...