A compass is a practical and useful aid for navigation. Usually it consists of a magnetic needle that can rotate freely around an axis. One end then always points towards the north magnetic south pole and the other towards the south magnetic north pole. The most common type of compass used when hiking or picking berries and mushrooms is some form of orienteering compass.
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Compasses
A compass is a practical and useful tool for navigation. It typically consists of a magnetic needle that can rotate freely around an axis. One end of the needle always points towards the Earth's magnetic north pole, and the other end towards the magnetic south pole. The most common type of compass used for hiking or for picking berries and mushrooms is some form of orienteering compass.
There are many different types of compasses. The compass is often made of a transparent plastic disc featuring a direction arrow and a rotatable compass housing that indicates north. When using it, you rotate the compass housing to the desired course, and when the needle is centered over the housing’s north indicator, the compass's direction arrow will point you towards your intended target.
Compasses for hiking and orienting
For those who enjoy hiking in the woods or mountains, carrying a compass can be practical, and for someone involved in orienteering, a compass is essential. With a good compass, you can quickly and easily navigate by having a clear and straight view of the directions. Once you know the directions, you can easily and quickly align the map in the correct orientation.
Order your new compass online
A compass is an essential tool for anyone who loves to spend time outdoors, whether for hiking, mushroom picking, or orienteering. At Outnorth, we have therefore included some of the most high-quality compasses on the market from leading manufacturers in various designs. We offer, among others, wrist compasses and thumb compasses which you can easily order online.