Category: daypacks

Why Opinel Knives Are The Best

Now that I have more time and less money on my hands, I have found away to keep busy, while enjoying myself. For those of you in the know, have heard of OPINEL KNIVES. Probably one of the most recognized knife makes in the… Continue Reading “Why Opinel Knives Are The Best”

Opinel #8 Outdoor Sport, Folding Survival Knife, Sea and Mountain, The Blade is certainly different.

I came across this while researching traditional European knives. I was surprised that Opinel have this. It’s not your normally Opinel. But still it’s an Opinel…so I got it. Interesting knife. Remember knowledge is a survival skill The Novice Survivalist

Early Spring Walkabout Riverbend MN. 3-2023, Small Pack loadout and a Critter visits

I thought that spring had finally arrived. Yep another false start to spring. But it gave me the chance to get out and about. The joy. Come join me… Remember any chance to get out is always a learning experience. Knowledge and experience is… Continue Reading “Early Spring Walkabout Riverbend MN. 3-2023, Small Pack loadout and a Critter visits”

Artisan Cutlery – Sea Snake Fixed Blade EDC Knife, Very nice for a Neck or Pocket Carry.

Something I have never considered before. Neck Cary knife. Having looked and tried this guy out. I may just do it when out in the woods on a walkabout. Check it out NS. Knowledge is a survival skill

JupiterGear -7L Tactical Military Sling Backpack – Just right for a walkabout

Small and compact just right for those quick little walkabouts. Be safe out there NOVICE SURVIVALIST

G4Free Tactical EDC, Sling Backpack – Merry and I do a unboxing and first load out

With the changes in my life I have had to change the way I carry things on a day hike. No more traditional backpacks when you have a pacemaker buried in your shoulder. Soooooo got me a Sling pack. Works great. Remember adapting to… Continue Reading “G4Free Tactical EDC, Sling Backpack – Merry and I do a unboxing and first load out”

Sitivien ST128 Folding Knife, Awesome Work EDC

While surfing for interesting knives I have not come across before and here you go. A company I have not dealt with before. This one came to my attention. I am a big Sod buster/ work knife guy. One blade for all tasks and… Continue Reading “Sitivien ST128 Folding Knife, Awesome Work EDC”

Kershaw Taskmaster Folding Saw – Its a monster for a folder saw

This folding saw surprised me. I never knew Kershaw Knives even made em. This guy is as good if not better than my Bacho which I am never without when trudging in the bush. Always be prepared. Knowledge is a survival Skill. Be safe… Continue Reading “Kershaw Taskmaster Folding Saw – Its a monster for a folder saw”

EDC update – Marbles and Zippo, My Perfect combo

While surfing on line I came across 2 of my favorite carries. So I combined them to get one. Be safe out there and always keep your EDC updated. You never know when you may just need it Novice Survivalist

Marbles G-10 Orange Scout Knife, Better than the Traditional?

Generally when it comes to edc pocket knives I tend to prefer the old fashioned traditional style, especially when it comes to something like a Scout Knife. But Marbles is kinda winning me over here here with the new G-10 Series of knives. This… Continue Reading “Marbles G-10 Orange Scout Knife, Better than the Traditional?”