Velocitek Speedpuck out now

4:48 AM Tue 16 Dec 2008 GMT

'SpeedPuck' Velocitek

The SpeedPuck is a transformational product targeted at performance dinghy and sportboat sailors. It combines a GPS-powered speedometer, digital compass and bar graph wind shift indicator in a compact, durable package. The SpeedPuck is designed to be mounted on a dinghy or handheld when hiking on a sportboat.

Over the past few years our customers have made it clear that they hate reading manuals. We specifically designed the SpeedPuck so that anyone can figure out how it works in a few minutes without having to read anything.

The SpeedPuck has one large rubberized mechanical button that is used to turn the device on and change between modes. Pressing and holding the button turns the SpeedPuck off.

The SpeedPuck allows easy, hands-off operation in high-stress environments. The wind shift indicator automatically locks on to your tack angle and then shows lifts and headers on the bar graph that runs around the perimeter of the over-sized LCD display.

The SpeedPuck is also designed for maximum reliability in a saltwater marine environment. The SpeedPuck's caseback screws on and off like the lid of a leakproof water bottle to reveal the battery compartment and USB connector.

In addition to this, the battery compartment is is completely sealed off from the device's electronics, providing a second layer of protection against moisture.

In addition to providing easy to use real-time feedback, the SpeedPuck automatically records a rolling 20 hour GPS data log of the user's most recent races and training sessions. The SpeedPuck works with Velocitek's SpeedPlay race replay software, allowing racers to combine their GPS data with other boats and create race replays superimposed onto a map background.

The SpeedPuck makes a great Christmas gift for yourself, or for a loved one who sails anything from an Opti to a