Category: Equipment and Reviews

LuminAID PackLite 16 Inflatable Solar Light

Some posts may contain affiliate links. LuminAID PackLite 16 Inflatable Solar Light (link + video) Now this is one of those wow items! I saw this video and just had to find out more about them and when I did I knew I had to share that with you! I think they rate as one …

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Solar Powered E-Bike

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Solar Powered E-Bike Faster than a pedal powered bike, smaller than most motorcycles, the quiet of a non-gasoline powered motor and refills itself using solar power! The advantages of an e-bike are obvious when it comes to economy and getting around debris in a nasty scenario. But the fact …

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Knife Blade Infographic

  Knife Blade Infographic I If like me, you may know the type of blade you need for different tasks but be unaware of what that particular blade is called. For instance, to me a serrated knife is a bread knife! But if you are a new hunter or want a knife for other purposes …

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Pros & Cons of Emergency Communication Devices

Pros & Cons of Emergency Communication Devices Like most of you, I worry about communicating with friends, loved ones and even first responders in an emergency scenario. But I can’t afford to purchase every single type of communication device out there! Now my scanner does pick up weather radio so I have been able to …

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Stun Guns and Self Defense

Stun Guns and Self Defense There could be a lot of reasons that you might choose a stun gun or tazor over a firearm. Firearm ownership in your location could be illegal. The cost could be out of your current price range or you might simply be uncomfortable with or untrained in their use. Do be …

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Reviewing the Ruger 10/22 Takedown as a Survival Rifle

Reviewing the Ruger 10/22 Takedown as a Survival Rifle 1st of all I must confess I am not a weapons expert by any means. I assume the majority of the population isn’t either. So I find these reviews helpful. Those discussing this rifle are more educated on the pros and cons of these matters particularly when it …

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KLAX Multi tool – Your Stick Becomes an Axe

KLAX Multi tool – Your Stick Becomes an Axe Prepper’s, hikers, hunters, and campers are always looking for multi purpose tools that are light weight and easy to use. This particular multi tool turns your larger stick or old hammer handle into an axe, a hammer head, a hex wrench set, a quarter-inch bit drive socket, a …

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Ultimate Bug Out Shelter

Ultimate Bug Out Shelter Relatively new to the market is the Dynamic Global RDSS (rapid deployment shelter system) could easily become the bug out shelter of choice for many. Once the manufacturer reaches a price point that is affordable to the general public that is. Available since 2011 it is able to be self sufficient for 72 …

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Ultimate BOV’s The Pros & Cons

Ultimate BOV‘s The Pros & Cons Even if your plan A is to bug in, plans may have to change in a moments notice in a real crisis situation. Planning on a primary or a backup mode of transportation is imperative. A BOV is the prepper term for bug out vehicle and some take that …

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Modifying a LED Flashlight to Run 3.6 Times Longer

Modifying a LED Flashlight to Run 3.6 Times Longer A long lasting flashlight is a must have. They cost a pretty penny though, unless you can take an inexpensive one and modify it yourself. You might need a bit of soldering skills to complete this task but well worth the effort and if you don’t have the …

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