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Camping / Equipment & Accessories, Climbing / Caving, Critical items you ‘Need’ to Survive an Adventure, Marine, Mountaineering, My Blog
Strong and Versatile Cordage: Essential Ropes for Every Adventure
Cordage has endless potential uses… It is a must-have for every adventure, from a day’s hiking or the rigours of long expeditions into the wilderness with all the necessary quality requirements – “Strength, Flexibility, Durability and Lightweight”. There are so many versatile rope applications that will come in handy during family camping holiday, on a day’s hiking, sailing or out in the remote wilderness; on occasions it is the survivalist best pal…. Examples of Top Uses for Versatile Cordage Shelter Construction: Cordage is essential for building and securing shelters, whether it’s tying down a tarp, lashing together branches for a lean-to, or creating a ridge line for a tent. Camping and Hiking:…
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A Sleeping Bag: The Best when ‘Sleeping under the Stars’.
An average person can survive up to 3 Hours outside of the body’s core temperature** Choosing the right sleeping bag is like picking the perfect companion for your adventures. With a plethora of styles, sizes, and features available, it becomes a deeply personal decision tailored to your preferences and needs. There’s a diverse range of options, from singles to doubles, square-shaped to snug mummy designs, each crafted to cater to specific requirements. Some boast water-resistant materials, others feature antibacterial fabrics, and a few even come equipped with built-in mosquito nets, offering not just comfort but also protection. From camping under the stars to luxurious glamping, from navigating the Arctic’s chill…
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Insect Repellent Clothing: Stay Protected from Bugs and Comfortable Outdoors
Anti-Insect Bite Clothing Based on my own experience I support Craghoppers anti-insect bite clothing range. NosiLife is a treatment built into the fabric that offers defence from the worries of irritating insect bites; also reducing the possibility of infection and contracting diseases. Anti-insect bite clothing gives campers, trekkers and adventurers peace of mind and the opportunity to enjoy travel anywhere! Scottish Midges feasted on me. #livealifetodiefor #MoreThanMyPast #itsrogerx
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Safety and Rescue Knife: The Ultimate Survival Tool for Any Emergency
The Safety Rescue knives are an essential safety tool to carry with you on the water. How a Rescue Knife Can Save Your Life; Whether tangled in rope or needing to be released urgently, it can cut you or a companion out of danger. The compact Rapid Ti has a corrosion resistant Titanium blade with one serrated edge and one smooth edge that incorporates a line cutter into the blade. The blade is blunt ended for safety which makes it an ideal compact rescue knife. The moulded handle is fitted with a metal shank at the base which can be attached to a lanyard and comes supplied with a high…
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Critical items you ‘Need’ to Survive an Adventure, Electronics / Navigation, Electronics / Security, My Blog
LED Flashlight: The Most Powerful Hand-Held Beam
Every Adventurer and Survivalist, be it a Trekker, Backpacker, or Climber, relies on this essential tool to navigate the unexpected and unplanned challenges that darkness brings. A compact hand-held LED flashlight, engineered to be powerful, rugged, and water-resistant, exceeds expectations by brilliantly illuminating vast areas. If your running late and dusk is closing in, your Flashlight will certainly help you set up camp, find the WC or walking the dog. They work in so many different situations and exhibit a better battery life. A LED Flashlight / Torch is an crucial survival tool – it gives benefits beyond ‘Light’ High-powered , LED Flashlights the Magnum with a long, spot beam reaching…
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Critical items you ‘Need’ to Survive an Adventure, Electronics / Navigation, Electronics / Security, My Blog
Head Torch: Best Hands-Free, High Powered and Reliable
LED Head Torch is essential…“You need to ‘see’ where you’re going”. During any Adventure, whether a Hiker, Trekker, Climber, Angler or an experienced Survivalist; when nightfall’s your biggest threat is poor visibility! One of the most essential pieces of gear I highly recommend for your adventures is a quality rechargeable LED head torch. It provides extra security by illuminating the path ahead, giving you peace of mind. Lightweight and comfortable, it’s perfect for any journey. In the dark, your led head torch will reveal unseen obstacles & avoid accidents, assist you navigating after dark and survive a wilderness adventure. On a Multi-day expedition / events I take a spare… A head torch…
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The Pulk : Ideal Sled for Thrilling Cold-Weather Adventures
The Pulk is a Nordic short, low-slung small sled used in frozen Arctic conditions for transporting all your gear. When we set off from Resolute,on Resolute Bay, (74° 43’ N and 94° 53’ W), in the territory of Nunavut, Canada, to walk/ski for 648 km (403 miles), pulling our food and equipment on an Aiguille pulk, bound for the Magnetic North Pole. My body harness was attached by rope and bungee cord to a heavy load with no braking system, the pulk was remarkably stable whilst being manhandled over sea ice rubble! The Aiguille Expedition Pulks are a simple and bombproof, with easily adaptable hauling systems and has a load carrying capability of up to 100 kg ; designed to perform to below…
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Rain Ponchos: Ideal for Staying Dry in Any Weather
The ‘Understated’ Rain Poncho is an ideal choice to carry on your adventures whether hiking, camping, fishing or braving a music festival. I favour the Highlander Adventure Hooded Poncho it’s extremely versatile, simply pull it out of your pack and protect yourself against heavy rain. It’s a tough, lightweight, waterproof poncho that can be used again and again. Not only is it a poncho but also doubles up as an emergency shelter. With its built in eyelets, it can be pegged down or fixed between trees to provide a short term shelter. Being loose-fitting it offers good ventilation; which is important when you’re exploring hot-humid, rainy climates. On cold and wet…
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Durable Rucksack : Is the Ultimate Must-Have for Adventures
Discover the versatile backpack / rucksack, your perfect companion for any adventure. Durable, spacious, and designed for comfort, is a must-have for Every Journey rucksack distributes weight efficiently, enhancing comfort and stability. I am a supporter of Aiguille‘s reliable products; ranging from Rucksacks that are crafted to accommodate from a day’s hiking to gear that can withstand the rigours of long expeditions into the wilderness A good quality, versatile rucksack is a must have for any trek- short, medium or an adventure in both the Summer or Winter. The main requirements > Comfortable : Capacity for your Essentials : Showerproof : Bomb-proof Whatever Adventurer you are going on, your durable rucksack’s capacity must be sufficient to…
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Practical Knife Blade Types: What they are Ideally Suited For
Understanding the various types of knife blades can help you choose the right one for your needs. Each blade type is designed for specific tasks, offering unique advantages and performance characteristics. Here is a brief overview of some common knife blade types and what they are best suited for. Drop-point : This is a versatile blade type that has a curved edge and a slightly sloped spine; good compromise between strength and utility. Good for hunting, camping and general purpose cutting. Sheepsfoot / Wharncliffe; These blade types that have a straight edge and spine that curves down to meet at the tip, no-nonsense utility knife, cutting, slicing, whittling & ideal…
