🧭 Str8 Original Thumb Compass — Right Hand (Southern Hemisphere)
The gold standard for elite orienteering and race navigation
The Str8 Original RH is the compass that set a new benchmark for competition navigation. Designed by a lifelong orienteering family and engineered for speed, stability and precision, this Southern Hemisphere thumb compass delivers unmatched performance for serious orienteers, rogainers and adventure racers.
Compatible with the Str8 M Magnifier (Right Hand), it forms a complete professional navigation system.
🏃 Designed for Absolute Control at Speed
Every detail of the Str8 Original is tuned for race performance:
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Adjustable thumb angle (±20°) — customise fit for comfort and perfect map alignment
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Full-length 95 mm main pointer — extended sight line for ultra-precise bearings
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5 mm offset capsule — lifts the needle above the map for clear visibility
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Exact positioning tip — pinpoint direction control for control sites and attack points
This creates a fast, fluid, intuitive navigation experience while running.
🧲 Ultra-Stable, Ultra-Fast Needle
Str8’s needle system is engineered for elite performance:
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Low-drag design (0.04 drag coefficient)
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Instant settling
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Minimal oscillation
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Rock-solid directional stability
Even at full race pace, the needle stays where it should — pointing you exactly where to go.
🛡️ Built for Competitive Conditions
The Str8 Original is made from race-grade materials:
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5 mm high-clarity acrylic body — outstanding strength-to-weight ratio
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Anti-slip silicone map gripper — keeps the compass locked to the map
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Two thumb straps included — adjust for comfort and stability
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Integrated magnifier mounts — designed to fit the Str8 M Magnifier perfectly
This is serious navigation equipment — not recreational plastic.
🌏 Southern Hemisphere Balanced
This is a true MS (Magnetic South) compass, optimised for:
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Australia
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New Zealand
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Southern Hemisphere magnetic fields
The needle remains flat and stable, ensuring accurate bearings in our region.
✨ Key Features
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🧭 Right-hand race thumb compass
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📐 Adjustable thumb angle ±20°
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🧲 Ultra-low-drag, high-speed needle
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👁 95 mm full-length main pointer
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🎯 Exact positioning tip
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🛡 5 mm high-clarity acrylic body
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🧷 Anti-slip silicone map gripper
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🔍 Str8 magnifier compatible
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🌏 Southern Hemisphere balanced
📐 Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Str8 Original RH |
| Style | Thumb compass |
| Hand | Right |
| Magnetic Zone | Southern Hemisphere |
| Size | 91 × 74 mm |
| Weight | 30 g |
| Barcode | 9345751009928 |
| Brand | Str8 |
Also available in a Left-Hand version.
🛠 Care & Handling
To keep your Str8 Original performing at its best:
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Clean with a non-scratch microfibre cloth and warm water
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Store away from direct sunlight
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Operating temperature: –10°C to +35°C
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Use the protective display box insert for storage
⚠️ Exposure to temperatures above 35°C may cause bubbles or needle distortion and is not covered under warranty.
🏁 Race-Ready Navigation, Perfected
Fast. Stable. Meticulously engineered.
The Str8 Original RH is built for navigators who demand the very best — precision, speed and absolute confidence, tuned specifically for Australian and New Zealand conditions.
Add it to your kit and navigate like a professional.
