Abstract: A strap tensioning apparatus consisting of a strap tensioner attached to a firearm, a spring loaded spool contained within the strap tensioner, the strap having one end releasable attached to the spool, the strap exiting the spool, the other end of the strap attached to the firearm. The spool adapted to be adjustable between three different modes: a lock mode, a release mode, and a free spool mode. The strap tensioner allows a user to easily and safely adjust the tension of the strap to increase comfort, mobility, and safety.

Abstract: A wind gauge includes particles dispensed from their container as a floating cloud which is carried along by ambient wind and thus illustrates wind speed and direction. The particulate media may also include a mixture of phosphorescent and chalk particles, so that the floating cloud is illuminable and thus more easily visible especially during low-light and nocturnal conditions. The particles may also embody a scent and be used to form a scent trail as they are carried along by the wind and as they gradually settle out of the air. The container includes an internal light source for discreetly phosphorescing the particles while inside the container. The container may also be compressible with a restricted exit that forcefully ejects particles therefrom.