Author: Eric Windingstad

Eric Windingstad writes about ghost-hunting equipment, paranormal investigation methods, and reportedly haunted locations for HauntGears.com. He previously investigated with Night Light Paranormal of Grand Forks, North Dakota. Although the group is no longer active, Eric and one other investigator continue to conduct occasional investigations when requested. His HauntGears articles emphasize practical equipment use, careful documentation, historical context, and checking ordinary environmental explanations before treating an experience as unexplained. Paranormal accounts are presented as reports or folklore rather than proof, and affiliate relationships are clearly disclosed. For questions, corrections, or investigation-related inquiries, contact Eric at support@hauntgears.com.

How to Avoid False EMF Readings

Handheld EMF meter measures signals from a WiFi router and smartphone on a desk.

Learn how to avoid false EMF readings during paranormal investigations with better setup, control checks, and smarter field technique.

Nitecore Battery Charger Instructions: Buttons & Lights

Diagram showing Nitecore battery charger with labeled buttons and indicator lights for user instructions

Dead batteries during an investigation aren’t just inconvenient, they mean missed evidence. Whether you’re powering EMF meters, flashlights, or EVP recorders, a reliable charger is non-negotiable. Nitecore chargers are a popular choice among paranormal investigators for good reason, but their button combinations and LED indicators aren’t always intuitive. If you’ve been searching for clear Nitecore […]

What Equipment Do Ghost Hunters Use?

Various ghost hunting equipment, including EMF meter, digital recorder, spirit box, and flashlight, arranged on a wooden table.

What equipment do ghost hunters use? Learn which tools matter most, how they work, and how to build a practical kit for credible investigations.

EVP Recorder Meaning: Uses and Limits

Diagram explaining what an EVP recorder is and how it captures electronic voice phenomena.

EVP recorder meaning describes how an ordinary audio recorder is used during a paranormal investigation. EVP stands for electronic voice phenomena: recorded sounds that listeners interpret as possible voices. Hearing something during playback that you did not notice at the time does not establish what produced it. HauntGears publishes equipment guides to help readers compare […]

Microwave Motion Sensor Vs PIR: Differences, Pros & Cons

Comparison chart of microwave motion sensors and PIR sensors showing differences, pros, and cons

Motion sensors play a critical role in paranormal investigations, they help detect unexplained movement in rooms that should be empty. But not all sensors work the same way, and the debate around microwave motion sensor vs PIR comes down to how each technology detects that movement. One uses radar waves, the other reads changes in […]

What Is a Tripod Mount? Plates, Screws, And Standards

Diagram showing tripod mount parts: plate, screw, and standard connector, with labels for each component.

If you’ve ever set up a camera for a long night of paranormal investigation, you’ve already handled one, but do you actually know what is a tripod mount? It’s the hardware system that locks your camera, thermal imager, or night vision device to a tripod, and understanding how it works matters more than most investigators […]

Praat Voice Analysis Tutorial: Pitch, Formants, Intensity

Praat software tutorial on a computer screen displaying pitch, formants, and intensity voice analysis graphs.

Paranormal investigators spend hours capturing audio in dark, quiet locations, but the real work starts when you sit down to analyze those recordings. Whether you’re examining a potential EVP clip or trying to separate a whisper from background noise, Praat voice analysis tutorial knowledge gives you a serious edge. Praat is a free, open-source acoustic […]