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Review: Naturehike® lightweight down sleeping bag for backpacking and canoe camping

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Few items are more important to backpackers or prepper/survival types than a quality sleeping bag.

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10 gear items that can make deer hunting easier

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Once a hunter qualifies for AARP membership, hunting smart becomes the rule. Here are some gear suggestions that can make the experience somewhat easier for any hunter, but no less challenging.

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Afraid of the dark?

Is a headlamp the best survival light ? We review the Pelican 2765 LED Headlight

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You need several light sources in your survival/emergency gear, IMHO, and one of them should be a reliable headlamp.

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Patriot cooler review | Do you need a super cooler survival tool?

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Coolers are great for camping, football tailgate parties and for keeping the beer cold. But, really, do you need an expensive super cooler that keeps ice for days? You might be surprised.

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Who needs a derby? Me. Review of American Hat Maker Chaplin | Mens Felt Bowler Hat

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So who needs a derby hat? As far as outdoor or practicality goes a derby, or bowler, rates a C- or possibly a D. But I like mine and here is why.

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Stay cool: American Hat Company straw fedora sun hat review

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Many people view headgear as style-driven and a hat may be an afterthought or a fashion accessory. But a person loses about 10 percent of their body heat through their head. Conversely, a lot of heat can be transferred to the rest of the body through an uncovered head. Some people will learn that the hard way.

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Vintage gear: The Kelty Tioga backpack sets the standard

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How good is the Kelty Tioga backpack? I’ve used mine – hard – for decades, and it shows no signs of wearing out. Here is why you might check out this old vintage piece of gear.

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Irish Setter Edgerton XD review

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Sturdy boots are not optional for many trades. These Edgerton XDs may be a good footwear choice for people who work hard.

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Review: Condor Terrasaur – best knife for bushcrafters on a budget?

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A good, useful knife doesn’t necessarily need to be expensive. But it does have be dependable and be able to work hard. This  Condor Terrasaur is a good choice for budget-minded users.

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Best trail shoe? Check out this review of the Danner Trail 2650

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Some of your most-used walking or hiking shoes/boots may end up being lightweight, low-cut trail shoes. That makes these Danner Trail 2650 shoes worth a second look.

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