Review: Opinel #10, an excellent inexpensive folding knife
An Opinel can be an inexpensive beginner’s folding knife or a hard-working tool for experts.
Dangerous compasses can lead you into deep trouble! Check these out!
The compass’s red needle always points north. The compass is always right. Until it isn’t. A defective compass can lead you into deep trouble.
UP Bravo Grail knife improved | Check out the elk antler re-handle
These Kendall Carpenter custom handles made my Bark River UP series “grail knives” even better. Here is how I chose the best handle for my hunting knives.
Ten year review: The Leatherman WAVE multi-tool should be in your survival gear
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.
Best EDC Knife? We review the Big D Delta Cruiser XL
What makes the best Every Day Carry knife?That varies with individuals. But if you want a high-quality, reasonably-priced custom knife, you probably need to talk to Donavon Phillips
Lost hiker uses common sense to avert survival situation in Central Oregon
This lost hiker in Central Oregon avoided a survival situation by using common sense and staying put when he realized he was lost and it was getting dark.
Review: Best work boots? Irish Setter Ashby 83605 work boots may be your best choice
Work boots don’t get the hype or have the glamour of more expensive, fancy-looking hiking or hunting boots. But if you’re working hard and on your feet all day, you’ll soon appreciate a good pair. These Irish Setter Ashby model 83605 boots are an excellent choice.
Best everyday or bug out boots? We review the Timberland® Earthkeepers
The best endorsement of a product is to use it continually and take its reliability for granted. These Timberland® Earthkeeper boots fit that description and they have been through the ringer.
Review: Naturehike® trekking poles for safer and more comfortable hiking
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.
Review: The Urban Prepper’s Guide, tips for when everything goes down
Our comfortable urban lifestyles can come to an end in an instant. Think Ukraine, or a flash flood, wildfire, earthquake, landslide, tsunami or some other natural disaster. How can you prepare for any eventuality? A good start might be to read “The Urban Prepper’s Guide” by Jim Cobb.
