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Rocky Rebounds | Important footwear for hard work

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Work boots don’t have the glamour of some hiking boots, but they may be just what you’re looking for. These Rocky Rebounds are a comfortable, solid boot you will appreciate after a long day on your feet.

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Review: Kuru Atom – Best hot weather running shoes?

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Runners need good shoes and these Kuru Atom may be what you’re looking for. They are among the best running shoes I’ve ever worn, and I have gone through dozens of pairs.

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Ruger 10/22, best .22 rifle, .22 caliber survival rifle

Best .22 rifle for hunting or survival? Take a look at the Ruger 10/22

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Everybody needs a .22 rifle in their survival firearms battery. Some 50 years ago I bought a Ruger 10/22, and I still think it is the best choice for a .22 rifle. Here is why.

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Review: Cyansky K3 V2 Tactical Flashlight

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A solid, dependable flashlight and/or headlamp should be a standard item in your survival/preparedness gear. This Cyansky K3 V2.0 flashlight supplies spotlight performance in a light, compact package.

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Review: Prepper’s Long-Term Survival Guide by Jim Cobb

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“Prepper’s Long-Term Survival Guide” second edition should be in any preparedness/survival reference library. It is in mine.

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best cold weather socks, buffalo down socks, bison socks

Five tips for choosing the right socks for outdoor wear

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Socks are often an afterthought. But your sock choices are really important and can make the difference between comfort and safety outdoors . Here are tips for making the best socks choices. 

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Camp inside to survive power outages during winter storms

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Use your camping gear and skills to survive inside your house during winter storms.

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improvise waterproof shoes, keep feet dry, keep feet warm

Tips to survive a blizzard overnight in a stranded car

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My friend, Lisa Bedford the Survival Mom, has some excellent advice for folks who end up stranded overnight in their car under horrible winter storm conditions.

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cut resistant glove, knife safety, knife handling

Add cut resistant gloves to your hunting/fishing gear

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Practicing safe knife handling is the best way to avoid cutting yourself. The second best may be to wear a cut resistant glove. Here is how to choose one.

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Review: Opinel #10, an excellent inexpensive folding knife

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An Opinel can be an inexpensive beginner’s folding knife or a hard-working tool for experts. 

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