PowerFilm integrated solar panels (thin film on plastic) are developed and manufactured with a proprietary roll process and they are truly rollable unlike other thin film technologies that are only somewhat flexible. PowerFilm solar panels are all monolithically integrated which eliminates the need for damage-prone manual connections of individual solar cells. PowerFilm is made of [...]
Looking for the perfect pocket knife? The search is over. Switch is the ultimate modular utility device, with 18 different attachments so you can mix and match your most frequently used tools. Customize your Switch’s width by swapping out the inner axles. $68 via quirky.com Print Friendly
Features locking blade, wood saw, gutting blade, cap lifter with can opener and other useful tools for your exploration. Comes with a life time warranty. I sent mine in once for a broken spring from all the abuse I put on it. Got it back with everything polished and/or replaced looking like new. $52 via [...]
Compact at 5.5″ long this 0.5 watt light is really bright at 30 lumens. It will run continuously for up to 10 hours and the LED has a 100,000 hour life span. Built of strong anodized aluminum with knurled anti-slip finish. A convenient pocket clip is built in and comes with batteries. I don’t remember [...]
Pocket Pal’s carbides provide quick edge setting, and the specially shaped ceramic stones are designed to give you a razor sharp edge on either standard or serrated edges. The carbide and ceramic stones are reversible and replaceable. A fold out diamond coated rod is designed for sharpening serrated knives as well. Compact and lightweight, not [...]
“The TAD Gear Skeleton Key is precision made in the USA from solid 6AL-4V titanium billet. A robust 0.185″ thick and about 3.25″ long, this highly versatile pocket mini-tool goes where your EDC pocket knife cannot. Save your blade for cutting, use this handy little tool for everything else that your day might throw at [...]
Rating: For some odd reasons, I personally have never liked 1 x AA format flashlights. I’ve literally purchased no less than a dozen 1 x AA flashlights in the past few years, and I ended up selling all of them in the secondary marketplace. Some I didn’t like the size or weight, some I [...]
Rating: A few years prior to purchasing the Fenix L0D, I carried a MagLite Solitaire. I upgraded the Solitaire’s stock incandescent bulb with a SMJ LED drop in module. I couldn’t believe how bright my Solitaire became. I typically need to use a flashlight for work, so the upgraded Solitaire was a constant companion. I haven’t paid any [...]
Gerber Kick Axe can be easily fold away into your pack til you really need to chop something. 1.15 lbs. (18.4oz) Black Teflon coated axe head for corrosion resistance Metal bodied construction with plastic over-molded handle for comfort and non-slip Light-duty, compact size great for chopping limbs up to 2.5″ in diameter via Gerbergear.com Print [...]
This extremely light, bright and durable lamp is the perfect companion for camping & backpacking. It can use either regular AA battery or for longer and brighter burn use rechargeable Li-ion (3.7v 14500). 3 different levels of illumination at 2.6lm, 13lm, and 66lm. With the headband as in picture above and alkaline battery installed weights [...]