CamelBak Antidote

Posted on July 1, 2011 by thomas

Awesome new CamelBak design. Must see, Must have!

$32 with shipping via amazon.com

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Nemo ZOR

Posted on May 31, 2011 by thomas

$89.95

> 20” width X 72” length X 0.75” thickness
> Weight: 14 oz
Short version available @ 10 oz

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Crovel

Posted on May 5, 2011 by thomas

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Ultra light poles 9.2oz per pair

Posted on April 7, 2011 by thomas

  • 100% carbon fiber shafts
  • 3-section Z-Pole folding design with speed cone deployment
  • Lightweight EVA foam grip and breathable, moisture-wicking strap
  • Non-slip foam mini grip extension for secure choke ups
  • Weight Per Pair :9.2 oz – 9.7 oz

 

$150 via blackdiamond.com

 

 

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Super Mini Vintage Oil Lighter

Posted on March 10, 2011 by thomas

Light weight lighter to carry with you on trips unless you prefer to use a flint or better yet do it Cody Ludin style.

Features:

- Screw-on Cap with Keychain
- Waterproof /O-Ring Sealed
- Holds the lighter fluid for a very long time.
- No evaporation with the cap securely closed
- Easy to fill with standard lighter fluid

$2.24 with free shipping via http://www.goldengadgets.com/super-mini-vintage-oil-lighter.html

save 15% off with coupon code GGFA15 (thanks bensbargains.net)

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Ultralight Emergency Kit

Posted on October 15, 2010 by thomas

  • Kit contains waterproof matches, an 18 x 12 in. piece of aluminum foil, an 80 x 50 in. emergency blanket, 50 ft. of fishing line, 4 fish hooks and 4 sinker weights
  • Also includes 8 ft. of snare wire, a surgical blade, 5 wound closure strips, 3 safety pins, a map compass, emergency whistle, 10 ft. of emergency cord and 36 in. of duct tape
  • Reusable zipper-lock bag can be used to stow water or keep essential gear dry
  • Included survival guide provides essential survival and first-aid information
  • Waterproof carrying case keeps contents dry in the wettest environments

There are probably a few other items I would like to add but for $15 this kit covers all the essentials.

$15 via Rei.com

$15 including shipping with ebay at time of post (search for “Lifeline Ultralight Survival Kit”)

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Mora 860 MG Clipper

Posted on October 1, 2010 by thomas

This is the Mora 860MG Clipper. MG meaning military green. This knife for its price is perfect for the beginner backpacker to keep at their side. Though its not a full tang blade, it can probably withstand more then anything a normal backpacker can throw at it. The Clipper 860 is Mora’s stainless steel model. Mora also has the Clipper 840 which is carbon steel (harder metal, better at keeping its edge, easier to sharpen but  need to be kept clean and dry or it’ll rust).

Here are some videos by knifetests.com  I found on youtube.com that shows how much beating this knife can take.

Mora Clipper Destruction Test Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3

Mora 860MG Clipper $13 via smkw.com

You can find Mora 840MG Clipper for $16 on ebay. That’s where I got mine ;)

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Explorer Survival Kit

Posted on September 27, 2010 by thomas

·Kit Includes:
·No batteries needed L.E.D. light
·54″ x 82″ thermal survival blanket
·Rain poncho
·14′ nylon cord
·27″ wire saw
·Compass with signal mirror
·Swiss-style knife (3-1/2″ closed)
·Fishing line with weights
·Fishing wire with hooks
·Magnifier
·Fire starter
·Emergency whistle
·Matches
·Camouflage nylon case with zipper closure

amazing price $15 via smkw.com

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Solar Powered Sound System

Posted on September 10, 2010 by thomas

ETON SOULRA—SOLAR POWERED SOUND SYSTEM

Features:
Stereo sound with two full-range speaker drivers and bass boost
Solar-powered charging dock compatible with iPod and iPhone
High efficiency solar panel: 10 hour recharge time in direct sunlight
Rugged rubberized case and aluminum body
IPX-4 splash proof from all angles (only when solar panel is closed)
AC power input: 4 hour recharge via AC
Includes: remote control, protective cover for iPod, AC adapter
Dimensions (width, height, depth): 11.875 x 6.625 x 3.5 in. (301 x 168 x 89 mm)
Weight: 3 lb. 7.9 oz. (1.58 kg)
Total output: 11 W
Four hours of audio playback at mid-volume and continuous charging of iPod and iPhone (depends on iPod/iPhone model used and volume level) in battery mode
$200 via EMS.com
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KeyTool

Posted on August 17, 2010 by thomas

The KeyTool Keyring Multi-tool is made out of stainless steel for strength and durability. It is tiny, but it holds 8 different tools – 3 different sized screwdrivers, tweezers, wire stripper, and more. Plus, it comes with a fake key (really just part of the packaging display), but that’s a bonus feature in itself. Hide it with your keys, and the KeyTool Keyring Multi-tool will be ready to MacGyver you out of any situation.

  • Tools:
    • Large screwdriver
    • Medium screwdriver
    • Small screwdriver
    • Nail file
    • Finger nail cleaner
    • Bottle cap opener
    • Wire cutter
    • Tweezers

$10 via ThinkGeek.com

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