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Handy Compass by KanPas β€” navigation instrument
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Handy Compass by KanPas

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🧭 KanPas Handy Wrist Compass β€” MS (Southern Hemisphere)

Hands-free navigation for MTBO, rogaining & adventure racing

The KanPas Handy is a high-performance wrist-mounted compass designed for fast, hands-free navigation. With its rotating rainbow Spectra dial, ultra-stable needle and comfortable elastic wrist band, it’s the perfect choice for MTB orienteering, rogaining, trail racing and adventure navigation where you need instant directional information without holding a compass.

Balanced for the Southern Hemisphere, it delivers precise, stable bearings across Australia and New Zealand.


🚴 Built for Speed & Hands-Free Use

Worn directly on the wrist, the KanPas Handy lets you navigate without breaking stride:

  • Wrist-mounted design β€” no need to hold a compass

  • Adjustable elastic anti-slip strap β€” secure and comfortable during hard movement

  • Left or right wrist use β€” fits your preferred setup

Perfect for cyclists, runners and racers who need constant direction feedback.


🌈 Spectra Rainbow Dial

The rotating Spectra capsule makes it fast and intuitive to follow bearings:

  • Set your bearing

  • Align the coloured segments

  • Keep the needle inside the target colour while you move

This visual system is especially effective when navigating at speed.


πŸŒ™ Day & Night Ready

With luminous markings, the KanPas Handy remains easy to read in:

  • Low light

  • Forest cover

  • Night rogaining and endurance events

No batteries β€” just reliable glow when you need it.


🧲 Precision Needle System

The compass uses:

  • Fast, ultra-stable magnetic needle

  • Sapphire bearing for smooth, friction-free movement

This keeps the needle steady and responsive, even over rough terrain.


🌏 Southern Hemisphere Accuracy

All KanPas Handy compasses are MS (Magnetic South) models, tuned for:

  • Australia

  • New Zealand

  • Southern Hemisphere magnetic zones

The needle remains flat and accurate β€” essential for reliable bearings.


✨ Key Features

  • 🧭 Wrist-mounted, hands-free design

  • 🌈 Rotating Spectra rainbow dial

  • πŸ”† Luminous markings for night use

  • 🧲 Fast, ultra-stable needle with sapphire bearing

  • πŸͺ’ Adjustable elastic anti-slip wrist band

  • πŸ– Fits left or right wrist

  • 🌏 Southern Hemisphere balanced

  • πŸ›‘ 2-year warranty


πŸ“ Specifications

Feature Details
Model KanPas Handy Wrist Compass
Magnetic Zone Magnetic South
Dial Rotating Spectra (rainbow)
Size 60 Γ— 50 Γ— 20 mm
Weight 40 g
Wrist Band Adjustable elastic
Warranty 2 years

🏁 Navigate at Speed

Fast. Visible. Hands-free.

The KanPas Handy Wrist Compass gives you instant directional awareness while riding, running or racing β€” making it the perfect tool for high-speed navigation in Australian conditions.

Add it to your kit and stay on course, no matter how fast you go.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Handy Compass by KanPas suitable for?

This compass is designed for outdoor navigation including orienteering, hiking, and bushwalking. Baseplate compasses work with topographic maps to take accurate bearings in the field and are essential for any off-track navigation.

Is this compass suitable for use with topographic maps?

Most baseplate and orienteering compasses are designed for use with topographic maps, allowing you to take bearings and navigate accurately in the field.

Does this compass come with a warranty?

Most products sold by Mapworld are covered by the manufacturer's warranty β€” typically 12 months for defects in materials and workmanship. Mapworld also complies with Australian Consumer Law, which provides automatic guarantees on all products regardless of any manufacturer warranty. Contact Mapworld directly for warranty enquiries on a specific product.

Does Mapworld ship the Handy Compass by KanPas across Australia?

Yes, Mapworld ships Australia-wide. Standard shipping is a flat $7 rate, with free standard shipping on orders over $75. Express options are available at checkout. Most orders placed before 2pm AEST on weekdays are dispatched same day.



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