Mike,
There is such a thing available at "Wegmans" grocery chain here in the
Rochester, NY area and, I imagine, at the other Wegmans as well.
You're right, it's a dandy.
Michael Ferguson wrote:
> Just got back from VTR and my wife, who couldn't make the trip, presented me
> with a most remarkable gift. Unfortunately, she got it from QVC, but that's
> a small price to pay. Also unfortunately, it didn't arrive until AFTER I
> left for Portland...would've been a lifesaver as, even in Portland, 90's and
> humid.
>
> It's called the "Cool Blast" and basically, its a pressurized water tank
> with a hose, nozzle and valve. You fill it up with water (and ice if you
> like), pump it up to pressurize and hit the road. When you get too warm
> (imagine that in a TR3!!) just open the valve and spray yourself. Comes out
> in a VERY fine mist so you're not soaked; and on exposed body parts, it
> begins to evaporate immediately - REALLY does a good job cooling you off!
> Doesn't even fog your sunglasses! Would have been OUTSTANDING at the
> autocross and on the show field Saturday!!
>
> It's about 3" diameter x 12" long with an 36" tube and nozzle. Cost about
> $16 from QVC. No idea if it's available elsewhere, but if you see one, or
> something similar, I highly recommend it!
>
> Just thought I'd pass it along. No financial interest, yada, yada - just
> think it's a really "cool" product!
>
> Michael Ferguson
> Vernon, CT
> 1959 TR3A
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