There's nothing quite like an afternoon hike - sunshine, fresh air, and the promise of warm shower. While proper footwear can make or break a stroll, wear and tear can become a real bear as the hours stretch to days. For those thinking about bugging out or fighting on, perhaps it's time to consider this small detail of your footcare plan.
Read MoreWhile first aid holds an important place in urban survival, many of us continue to focus on the long game. We look solely to the horizon, building out full-scale solutions to face troubled times ahead. But with a world of misadventure just beyond our doors, it's important not to lose sight of the daily unknowns. Whether we like it or not, disaster usually crops up when we're least prepared.
Read MoreWhen the aim of the game is visual observation, a little added detail can go a long way. But unless you're a hunter - two legs or four - standalone optics may not yet have a home. As much as we'd all like to claim perfect vision, the truth is that we could all use a touch of help. So, perhaps it's time to give yourself the added edge and start seeing things a little more clearly.
Read MorePrepping is a bit like drinking from a firehose. There's an endless stream of info, more solutions than problems, and the gear alone could hold a person's attention for years. For many new preppers, this usually results in a disjointed plan, and a constant cycle of equipment that never quite finds a home. Whether it's the start of your journey or a period of reassessment, it's important to take a realistic look at your goals before setting off. Where's the best place to start? Close to home.
Read MoreForegoing fast designs in favor of bomb-proof construction, Cold Steel's long-time commitment to reliability has created a collection of blades to go the distance. While their product lineup is now dominated by oddballs, their legacy designs remain in place for those looking to carry a user instead of a statement. After a couple of years in the pocket, I can attest that the American Lawman from Cold Steel is no exception to the idea.
Read MoreWhile there are countless systems providing full spectrum filtration at home, they leave much to be desired for the road. Whether a trip out of town or a prolonged outage at the municipal treatment plant, we're often pulled to a solution that covers the spread. As a pillar of preparedness, I would imagine you have something tucked away - but is it as simple as throwing a filter in your kit for urban survival?
Read MoreRicochets are seldom spoken of in a positive light, and there's plenty of reason for the sentiment. Hard-earned wisdom tells us to stay close to the walls but never against them, as physics will carry most round projectiles and float them 6 to 10 inches above a flat surface. While this can be a serious problem at random, it becomes an interesting opportunity when intentional.
Read MoreWhen looking for a long-term food option dried beans often come up as the leading response. Rich in protein and other nutrients, the humble legume provides a near perfect balance when combined with a carb like rice. While an idyllic choice in the best of times, there is one major drawback to the bean - cook time.
Read MoreWhile the romance with pump guns has long since moved on, the power and versatility of the shotgun still holds a place in my heart and my hands.
Read MoreThe winner is usually determined by the person who "brings the mostest the fastest."
Read MoreWhether a suit, shorts or skirt, you'd be hard pressed to find a more supportive place to carry a knife when wearing lightweight fabrics. Not only will this reduce the visable wear and tear on your apparel, but the reduction of travel will keep most knives from skipping around in unstructured pockets. To those of you who concealed carry, this isn't going to be a foreign concept. To the rest, however, I hope you'll come at this with an open mind.
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