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You mostly paying for less weight, so If you don't have to drag it to the top of the mountain you don't have to spend hundreds. 3 categories that will save you money: 1. Household items: lighters, matches, cotton balls, cordage, plastic bags, pots and pans for consumables and kitchen. 2...

There are ton of clones on ali and amazon.

I had all of them and I can confirm what other forums and the whole thruhike community says. Get the biggest Squeeze SP129 filter, the mini and the micro is a bit lighter but they have a significantly reduced flow. For regular use it's a pain in the a... Also the pouches are known for...

Bump and price drop.

Bump and price drop on the bracelet.

Just for the record. I believe the have upgraded this model to XL because of that issue. The whole thing is the same apart from the new bigger rod. I had no issues when I played with the XL version.

I have a feeling it would actually hold the moisture increasing corrosion.

There are clones. Heavier and not as refined but pretty much identical dimensions. I bought the genuine thing for the bling factor and to support a great brand. Those can be found on ebay and ali...

In my experience everything ferrorod is very well designed and made. Not a big fan of the novelty items like the sparky or ripspool. But I like that they are trying.

How do you like it? Mine is on it's way. I know BICs are quite resistant to water but after my last jet lighter corroded away overnight after contact with salt water I want something waterproof.

The only corrosion I have experienced was from sweat in my pocket and salt water. Normal water doesn't do anything short term. So all I do is keep my firesteel away from sweaty pockets in the summer. But if you want 100% buy Exotac nanostriker XL and be sorted for life :)

Silnylon poncho I have ordered from MLD from US beginning of last year. This is one of few poncho tarps that are actually good as a shelter. Previous generation of this one: https://mountainlaureldesigns.com/product/mld-pro-rain-poncho/ The only difference is the hood, on mine it doesn't fold...

I actually have a story about that. In my scout group every single one of us was dreaming about a proper rambo/military/survival knife. Any surplus or china clone was always in high demand. One of my friends, Kamil, found an old Mora in the field when his dad took him hunting. Mind you 20 years...

After over 20 years of trying out, rethinking and upgrading my outdoor kit I have reached the point where the few items I own are top quality. Many space technologies and the best goose down works for me to keep me warm and comfortable and my back in top condition. It's a true joy to use and...

Just got a very painful memory. My Leatherman Charge Ti disappeared from my checked luggage at Liverpool airport 10 years ago...

The surrealism of the whole situation is that you can buy everything you need to hijack or destroy an airplane in the shops past the security. Glass blade made out of a wine bottle? A gallon of alcohol to burn the thing down? Electronics and tools to disrupt the workings? No problem. Not to...

I only travel light with my carry on. Here is my experience: YES: Flashlights, lighters, ferrorods, matches, tarps, ponchos, 1st aid kits, sewing and repair kits. NO: Anything sharp (blunt nose scissors in a clearly marked 1st aid kit will work), any multitools, any tools (I got in trouble for...

Forge water if you like :)

Agree 100% with the guy. I found any form of one shoulder bags or slings best used around the camp for bits and bobs. When you get to the naughty corner you can hand this on the side of your chair and have access to everything. throw in a poncho, a sandwich and a bottle of water and the weight...

From ranger bands to cotton balls and vaseline :)