altimeter wind gauge thermometer

[tom q vaxy]

anyone have a recommendation? will be used for day hikes and general gadgetry. under $150 if possible.

thanks

[greenbear]

There are many to choose from.  If you are looking to spend a relatively small amount of money, look on Ebay and many perfectly passable versions can be bought for 10 or 20 dollars. Most at this price bracket are Chinese made. If you are looking to buy used the best model around is the Silva Alba Windwatch. There are two versions so if you want the electronic barometer function be a little careful as some versions are anemometer only but look identical. The barometer model is identified for the UK as the "Alba" version But they were made also by Silva for Minox, Nexus and several other companies.  Pay around 30 dollars and find them on Ebay.  I have found them to be the most reliable and accurate pocket anemometer/barometer.

For my meteorological studies I use a JDC Skywatch.  You would pay around your top end but they are bulletproof, waterproof, very accurate and will last for many years. They are slightly larger though being around 6" tall, so more something for your backpack than a pocket. Again, several versions that look similar. JDC Skywatch are Swiss made.

Hope this helps 

[tom q vaxy]

thanks. now i have an assignment. never heard of these brands or models so will thoroughly investigate.

sounds like you've some experience in this area!

[greenbear]

I am a hobby meteoroligist and use a lot of this kit. If you would like any more info on my recommendations or a view on anything else you find, please pm me, I am on here every morning sometime between 8am and 9am UK time. 

[Grant Lamontagne]

I have been thinking of getting an anemometer for flying drones.  I was just going to grab a cheapo from eBay, but you've given me something to think about as well!

Def

[greenbear]

There are many quite good cheapo ones about Grant. Chinese made kit is always a cheaper deal. If it were me I would always try for something Swiss made, in the long run it will generally outlast a Chinese made item, even when bought pre owned.

As previously mentioned if you spot something and would like a second opinion just run it past me and I will give you an honest view 

[Grant Lamontagne]

I usually buy some cheapo Chinese one off eBay to see if it's something I will actually use, then when it inevitably does, I get something good.

Def