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Rocky Rebounds | Important footwear for hard work

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05/17/2023

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.

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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04/02/2023

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.

Review: Cyansky K3 V2 Tactical Flashlight

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03/21/2023

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.

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

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02/17/2023

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

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Five tips for choosing the right socks for outdoor wear

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12/26/2022

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.

Ten year review: The Leatherman WAVE multi-tool should be in your survival gear

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10/15/2022

When I find a piece of equipment that works well for me, I hang on to it and use it extensively. About ten or fifteen years ago, I got a Leatherman Wave multi-tool for Christmas, and I’m not looking for a replacement.

Review: Naturehike® trekking poles for safer and more comfortable hiking

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09/07/2022

Are you using trekking poles yet when you hike? Wonder if you need to, or if trekking poles are a good safety addition to your gear? These Naturehike® trekking poles could be a valuable addition to your gear.

Best EDC light? We review Wuben G2 multi-functional EDC flashlight

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07/06/2022

Survival gear needs to be lightweight and convenient to carry. Otherwise, there is a good chance it will be left behind. This Wuben G2 may be the EDC light you’ve been looking for.

Five items beginner hikers should carry

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06/28/2022

Everybody starts out backpacking as a beginner. While experience is the best teacher, here are a few items to take along so that first backpacking or hiking trip is fun and doesn’t become an ordeal.

A shovel and toilet paper (in a waterproof container) are vital aspects of any backcountry privy construction. (Leon Pantenburg photos)

Make a portable privy or ‘How to do number two’ in the woods

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06/12/2022

Where’s the bathroom? Where will you do Number Two? If you’re camping, or setting up a campsite, one of the first and most important tasks is to set up the latrine.