tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58096818569105996752024-03-05T21:33:54.641-08:00a Memphis TravelerAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.comBlogger96125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5809681856910599675.post-30737915825720275712017-02-26T07:24:00.000-08:002017-02-26T07:24:29.466-08:00Waypoints -- February 2017<br />
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What I'm reading this month:<br />
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If you happen to be in the North Texas area this week check out the Guns & Hoses Brews & Bugs fundraiser for families of fallen officers at Lakewood Brewing March 5.<br />
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If you aren't in North Texas check out charity events for families of fallen officers near you.<br />
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Travel Security:<br />
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Lots of great content on the Loadout Room but this one is particularity relevant to travel discussing ideas to acquire cheap throw away defensive weapons upon arrival at your destination.<br />
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<a href="https://loadoutroom.com/26962/improvised-throw-away-edged-weapons/">https://loadoutroom.com/26962/improvised-throw-away-edged-weapons/</a><br />
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Leadership:<br />
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The Military is probably the best arena to pull tested leadership lessons from that can be directly applied to nearly any situation you may find yourself in - See Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. 3x5leadership.wordpress.com Has written a 3 part series on just this discussing developing subordinate leaders through structured professional development and continued self-education <br />
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<a href="https://3x5leadership.wordpress.com/2017/01/23/leader-development-part-i-what-am-i-doing/">https://3x5leadership.wordpress.com/2017/01/23/leader-development-part-i-what-am-i-doing/</a></div>
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Part 2<br />
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Part 3</div>
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<a href="https://3x5leadership.wordpress.com/2017/02/12/leader-development-part-iii-tactical-decision-exercises/">https://3x5leadership.wordpress.com/2017/02/12/leader-development-part-iii-tactical-decision-exercises/</a><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5809681856910599675.post-3148344844993981132017-02-08T14:58:00.001-08:002017-02-08T14:58:31.251-08:00Bookshelf 2016Like many things in life, such as a daily workout, if you don't focus on it, it will get left out. So this post is really for my own accountability to continue to have a list (or pile) of books to read and to actually read them. Personally, when I find a book I want to read, I usually go ahead and get it and add it to my books to read pile, my antilibrary (books in my library that I haven't read). That way I just move to the next one. <br />
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What I read in 2016:<br />
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<a href="http://amzn.to/2kUjYhM" target="_blank">Extreme Ownership</a> - Written by career Navy Seals Jocko Willink and Leif Babin, they take many lessons learned on the battle fields of Iraq and directly apply them to the business and professional world. Not just a business book, but a life lessons book. Read this book as soon as possible and if you want more, the Jocko Podcast is great too, it has replaced the radio on my drive to work.<br />
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<a href="http://amzn.to/2kJaYtL" target="_blank">A Fighter's Heart</a> - This book surprised me as it turned out to be as much about adventure travel as it was fighting. The author spent many years traveling the world with various jobs including working on a yacht, a fire jumper in the Western US, and construction in Antarctica before ending up in Bangkok at a fight school. <br />
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You have a specific responsibility to existence, to God if you like, to taste, touch, and smell what there is to experience. You have to do everything. If given an option between doing something and not doing it, you have to do it; because you've already done the "not do it" part.</blockquote>
And he made to point to say he isn't saying to be reckless, just to do things if you can. <br />
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<a href="http://amzn.to/2kUe4x9" target="_blank">The Way Of Men</a> - In this wide ranging and highly footnoted work, Jack Donovan seeks to answer the question, What is Masculinity? From the virtues of Strength, Courage, Mastery and Honor, to the affects of the Welfare state and "what men are supposed to do when there is no land to settle and no one to fight?" I'm looking forward to reading the follow up. <br />
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<a href="http://amzn.to/2ls8mAC" target="_blank">The Professor In The Cage; Why Men Fight And Why We Like To Watch</a> - An English professor on a self proclaimed road to no where decides to join a new MMA gym across from his office. That should be enough to get you to read this book, but if not, along with his personal journey the author goes into many aspects of why men fight, or like to watch fights. Including dog fighting and MMA vs. Boxing. <br />
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<a href="http://amzn.to/2kUotsK" target="_blank">Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to The Art of Long-Term World Travel</a> - Lots of tricks and tips on how to travel cheaply. Mainly work while traveling one way or another. Good for what it is, I was disappointed because I thought it was going to be more of a travel log than what it was. <br />
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<a href="http://amzn.to/2knIqVG" target="_blank">Thomas Jefferson and the Tripoli Pirates</a> - This book is fast paced for a history book. The founding of America's Navy, Marine Corps and our first war with Islamic forces in the middle east. I don't know why this isn't a movie already. <br />
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<a href="http://amzn.to/2kt425r" target="_blank">Being George Washington</a> - A different concept of a biography where the author breaks down segments in George Washington's life into concepts and lessons and how they can be applied to your own life. <br />
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<a href="http://amzn.to/2kUA7nh" target="_blank">The Go-Giver</a> - I loved this quick read about a simple business concept of giving more than is expected as applied to business. <br />
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<a href="http://amzn.to/2llFv4a" target="_blank">Meditations</a> - Marcus Aurelius and Stoicism have been everywhere this past year. If you have been wondering what it is, this is a good place to start. This is basically the journal of, at the time, the most powerful man on Earth. It could be argued, one of the most powerful men ever. How often do we get to read something like that? This Dover Thrift Edition is only $1 right now, but I'm already looking to replace my copy with a better hardback version. <br />
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<a href="http://amzn.to/2kt4ctr" target="_blank">Civil War Stories</a> - Who better to read their descriptions of historical events than someone who lived through them. This is Fiction but it is some of the most descriptive Civil War scenes I have ever read. Find a copy and read "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" and you'll be hooked. <br />
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<a href="http://amzn.to/2kt1ZOI" target="_blank">Red Team: How To Succeed By Thinking Like The Enemy</a> - Red Teaming is the concept of thinking like the enemy. Developed during the cold war when the US would game plans of attack or defense against the USSR a small team would be designated as red team to play enemy agents and look for weak places in those plans. This one is a little dense and industry insider if you aren't in the military or directly involved in red teaming as a profession but the ideas can be applied in many common situations from businesses to your personal and home security. was very interesting if you enjoy History with many specific military operations broken down <br />
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Thanks for reading and as always, links above help support the blog and future projects. <br />
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These gloves were great to start out with but soon lost their form and ability to hold on the hook and loop closure around the wrist. That may have been due to the GORUCK Tough event I wore them in. Those events are good at mimicking porbalby a year of normal wear on equipment in one day. </div>
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They were, even when new, the most generous cut gloves of the 3 which shows in the following picture. <br />
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My favorite part of the FastFit is that they use an elastic wrist closure system instead of hook and loop. There is nothing to open and close when putting them on, just slide them on. </div>
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They also have a better fit overall with a trimmer cut in the fingers for less bulk. </div>
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If you are considering a pair of Mechanix Gloves, the <a href="http://amzn.to/2dSNNvk" target="_blank">FastFits</a> are my favorites for an inexpensive well made glove to use for outdoor and light tasks around the house. Heavy tasks around the house I use the cheap leather gloves from Lowe's so my good gloves don't get torn up. </div>
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I already have plans to buy more pairs of these so I can have a pair in my vehicle emergency bag, one in my shop and one for camping. They also come in other color ways including, as of this writing, <a href="http://amzn.to/2er6Rnq" target="_blank">wolf grey</a> and <a href="http://amzn.to/2er8UrA" target="_blank">woodland camo</a>.</div>
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<a href="http://milspecmonkey.com/store/gloves/373-pig-fdt-alpha-touch-glove.html" target="_blank">Pig - FTD Alpha - Touch Gloves</a> in Ranger Green I carried and used daily on patrol for nearly a year and are by far the best gloves I have worn for tactical, shooting or range activities.<br />
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They were developed by a veteran of military and law enforcement with a focus on shooting and tactical use and you can really tell the difference when you put them on.<br />
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There are more details on the Mil Spec Monkey store site but basically instead of starting with bulky work gloves they started with better fitting sports glove designs for the development. <br />
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The dexterity in these gloves is the best I have ever seen. Part of that is due to the light weight of the material which could translate to possibly being torn up in extreme use during professional law enforcement or military work, but if you do that work you know its worth it to pay $30 or $40 every year or two for a high quality pair of gloves. </div>
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Pig Gloves, which are also available in a <a href="http://milspecmonkey.com/store/31-gloves" target="_blank">$30 non-touch version</a>, are made and sold my <a href="http://milspecmonkey.com/store/" target="_blank">Mil Spec Monkey</a>. Check out their store with lots of other tactical, medical gear and morale patches and tell them I sent you if you get a pair. I don't get anything out of it, I just think they have a great store and support them whenever I can. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5809681856910599675.post-45436017785540116352016-09-29T08:02:00.000-07:002016-10-08T07:01:25.566-07:00Building a DIY Morale Patch BoardAfter getting into GORUCK a few years ago my collection of patches started growing and ended up just being stored in a box. I wanted a way to see and display them.<br />
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There are a lot of options out there now to buy a pre made patch board but it is really inexpensive and easy to just make your own from a frame. Mine ended up pretty large at 2' x 4' because I just used a frame I already had but any frame will work as long as it has a cardboard piece inside. <br />
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I started by gluing one edge around the back to hold the felt then turned the board over to glue the front. Roll the felt down to the glued edge and then glue it down a few inches at a time while letting each section set. I used a brick and board to make sure it stayed flat. </div>
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I think it turned out nice and looks great with the patches on it. <br />
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I would love to see if anyone else builds one, or has already made one. Send me your pics. <br />
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I started the Push Up Challenge with the goal of competing 10K push ups again but a few weeks in I upped my goal to 20K and made it<br />
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The events are great that you do at your own pace based on the goal you pick for each event and there is a well laid out logging page to keep track of all your reps and shows your progress. <br />
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Thanks <a href="https://alldayruckoff.com/" target="_blank">All Day Ruckoff</a> and <a href="http://www.mettleforger.com/" target="_blank">Mettle Forger</a> for putting on some awesome events!<br />
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Sign up now for the next <a href="https://charitychallenges.net/?ref=Ctdedrick" target="_blank">Charity Challenges Event</a> and I'll see you in there!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5809681856910599675.post-84061860944887835562016-09-23T07:26:00.000-07:002016-09-23T07:34:52.976-07:00Ka Bar Becker 16 CustomThe <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Ka-Bar-Becker-Knife-Point-Short/dp/B0073GZR2U/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1474638675&sr=8-1&keywords=becker+16&linkCode=ll1&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=7c65f6c0ca0b526b183f70908c7b9aaf" target="_blank">Ka Bar Becker 16</a> is a great camp/survival knife out of the box. But as I've noted before, I like to personalize and upgrade things myself and after a few tweaks, this knife may be one of the best out there. <br />
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Inspired by the customization project outlined on the YouTube channel of Gideon's Tactical as I began to search for a survival/camp knife, I decided to go with the <a href="http://amzn.to/2ct10f5" target="_blank">Ka Bar Becker BK 16</a> based on many things including its lower price point and ability to upgrade parts of the knife when you are able to and not have such a large investment up front. <br />
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The Becker 16 arrives with 2 sets of plastic handles that have a good shape but feel slick in your hand and the nylon sheath is good enough to use for a while if you needed to. It does have a pouch to hold a Ferro rod at least, however it seems large for the knife. </div>
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The first thing I was able to do was purchase after market micarta handles which are a night and day upgrade to the feel of the handle. They are slightly thicker and have a softer feel that will provide and obvious grip upgrade to the knife. If that is all you do to change the knife it will already be 100% better. </div>
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I didn't realize, but the sun was hitting the knife through my shop window and caused the slight color change on the micarta seen above. Could be a way to darken the handles if you wanted. </div>
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Next, I stripped the coating off the blade because it is a very thick paint with a texture and I wanted a smooth surface. I got Tuff-Strip but any paint stripper will work. Just make sure you are in a well ventilated area because this is bad stuff that works fast. You also need some sort of plastic scraper to push of the coating as it bubbles up.</div>
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Once all the paint has been removed from all the corners and crevices, clean off the blade in water, dry it, and place it in a new clean tray. Now you can decide how you want the patina to look. A dark unfiltered vinegar will create a darker patina and a white vinegar will make a lighter one. </div>
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I chose a dark vinegar and ended up leaving the blade in it for almost 45 minutes each side. As it was soaking the darker area visible on the finished blade was growing toward the end of he blade and I liked how it turned out. Cutting the time in the vinegar will also create a lighter patina with less of the dark area that was created on this one. I also suspended the blade in the vinegar on nails so all sides would be exposed. Also you will need to knock off the bubbles forming on the blade every few minutes or they will affect your final result. </div>
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Finally, I upgraded the sheath to <a href="http://www.azwelke.com/sheaths/becker/" target="_blank">AZ Welke</a> kydex taco style sheath and testing out how the tech lock does in non-tactical situations. So far, it makes the knife ride pretty high, so I'm already thinking I'll need to go with a drop on the sheath. </div>
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I highly recommend the <a href="http://amzn.to/2d3dWnO" target="_blank">Ka Bar Becker 16</a> and to at least strip the coating. By doing that alone you will make the cutting action of the knife 100 times better. <br />
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Once your children start enjoying the outdoors, Survival Sherpa discusses making sure they have the <a href="https://survivalsherpa.wordpress.com/2016/07/14/wilderness-survival-3-core-skills-to-keep-your-child-alive/" target="_blank">skills to stay safe while in the outdoors</a> is the logical next step. </div>
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Unfortunately this is a timely article with good advice on<a href="http://modernsurvivalblog.com/security/how-to-escape-a-riot/" target="_blank"> how to stay safe and escape if caught in a riot</a> situation from Modern Survival Blog. Spoiler: getting away from he riot as quickly and safely as possible is key. <br />
My own personal advice is to always stay as aware of your surroundings as possible. <br />
If nothing else, just practice in the parking lot when leaving the grocery store. Who else is in the parking lot? Are they doing anything out of the ordinary? I don't mean to say you should be scared, just aware. IF there is someone looking for a victim, they will most likely be looking for the person not paying attention. </div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5809681856910599675.post-32045204349331965792016-02-29T16:19:00.000-08:002016-02-29T16:19:36.943-08:00Waypoints February 2016<br />
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I have been working on updating the family's First Aid kit and putting together a mobile trauma/first aid kit for the car and pack carry. ITS Tactical recently posted an article on the <a href="http://www.itstactical.com/medcom/tccc-medcom/cotccc-tactical-combat-casualty-care-guidelines-november-2015-update/" target="_blank">2015 update for the CoTCCC medical Guidelines</a> which they followed in creating the first aid and trauma kits that they carry on their site. <br />
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Obviously these type of lists can be as long as you want them to be but Popular Mechanics has a pretty good checklist already created. I like the way they have broken it down to items for different situations such as a backpack, the car or for in the home. <br />
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Their list is a great starting point for an emergency checklist which is actually the type of situations that most people will be presented with most often such as power failures, and natural disasters, but as a survival list it is missing a few things. <br />
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Get your free PDF download of <a href="http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/gear/reviews/a2037/survival-gear-for-car-home-to-go-bag/" target="_blank">their checklist here</a>. <br />
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Any pre-made list is just a starting point and should be adapted for your own situation and personal needs. I personally would have fire making, a knife and an emergency blanket in each of the lists. I just like duplication on the important things.<br />
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Print it out and keep it with your emergency gear and I hope it helps you get started.<br />
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--aMTAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5809681856910599675.post-31467653923405445792016-02-01T09:19:00.000-08:002016-02-01T09:16:31.840-08:00GORUCK Challenge Event Gear and Training TipsTraining for your first GORUCK Challenge? <br />
Make sure you have the gear you need. <br />
Pictured is the gear I used on 2 GORUCK events. 1 Challenge and 1 Light. I completed my first event, a 15hr 20plus mile Challenge, in December of 2013 and recently completed the 9/11 Light Special Event. And I am looking forward to completing GORUCK's new Charming the Snake 2016 events. <br />
I also have listed at the bottom some general tips on training for someone who is training for their first event. <br />
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This is just a general list that you will need for any event or event or training Your Cadre will provide a list of specific items they require before each event. <br />
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Ruck - GR1 with morale patch (reflective). You need a ruck. Most people use GORUCK packs but any bag will do as long as its big enough to hold your bricks or weight plate. If you can't afford a GORUCK, I would recommend at least a tactical style pack such as the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0019VWSQ8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0019VWSQ8&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=4XXKRIQ6MV3DJLGB" rel="nofollow">5.11 Tactical Rush Backpack</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0019VWSQ8" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" /> , <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NBWK2MK/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00NBWK2MK&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=6K3YJQPYKAJNH2N5" rel="nofollow">Direct Action Dust</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00NBWK2MK" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />
or <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QM7P0BY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00QM7P0BY&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=EE2MG4O73VVXIZT4" rel="nofollow">Direct Action Dragon Egg</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00QM7P0BY" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />.
These tend to hold up better to the abuse.<br />
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Weight - the red, white and blue block is my 20lb/4 wrapped bricks for the Light. I also have a 30lb block. (6 Bricks)<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KG6JB8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000KG6JB8&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=3LNL6A5M7ZB2EFPL" rel="nofollow">Reflective Bands</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B000KG6JB8" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />
- required items for safety. Great to use for training before and after the event also.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=mechanix%20gloves&linkCode=ur2&sprefix=mechanix%20gloves%2Csporting%2C288&tag=theme0c-20&url=search-alias%3Dsporting&linkId=6WNMCRY6FAMZACZH" target="_blank">Tactical Gloves</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=ur2&o=1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" /> - inexpensive pair just to protect your hands.<br />
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Tac hat with morale patch.<br />
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Headlamp - I used a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008AUBOTS/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008AUBOTS&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=3YZ2PJGRBDONJGS3" rel="nofollow">Petzl - e+LITE</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B008AUBOTS" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />
but anything will work. Its not as much for you to see since there are usually street lights, but for you to be seen.</div>
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000UKUOSI/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000UKUOSI&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=ENAZMKS3MXUSACTS" rel="nofollow">Carabiner</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B000UKUOSI" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />
- not required but I use a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LR5ISZ6/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00LR5ISZ6&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=2YZZHNTAKNVYZDO2" rel="nofollow">Double Sided Carabiner</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00LR5ISZ6" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />
to hold my water bladder in my pack. They are also needed to attach a handle to the outside of your ruck as I have done. I got mine from <a href="https://alldayruckoff.com/product-category/gear/" target="_blank">All Day Ruckoff</a> and they have lots of other great stuff including morale patches!<br />
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Water bladder - required item, these <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005QI8KM6/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B005QI8KM6&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=LHPTVONHWM67BMKS" rel="nofollow">Source Tactical Hydration Reservoir System</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B005QI8KM6" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />
are so much better than camelbaks its not even fair.
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Socks - <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F0NCI6G/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00F0NCI6G&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=2U2DMX4D4M575F6Q" rel="nofollow">Darn Tough Vermont Men's 1/4 Merino Wool Ultra-Light Athletic Socks</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00F0NCI6G" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />
are the best for any season.<br />
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Shoes - This can be a huge debate but I did both my events in running shoes with no problems, however I want to upgrade to the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PP9G7W/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001PP9G7W&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=KMCFCSZCEWOXPSRO" rel="nofollow">Merrell Moab Ventilator</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001PP9G7W" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />
or <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IEYVVWU/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00IEYVVWU&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=JD4S5PKHKJNSMWOS" rel="nofollow">Salomon Speedcross</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00IEYVVWU" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" /> very soon.
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=cliff%20bars&linkCode=ur2&sprefix=cliff%20bars%2Csporting%2C319&tag=theme0c-20&url=search-alias%3Dsporting&linkId=2BD4ZLQQKGYMB7F5" target="_blank">Clif Bars</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=ur2&o=1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" /> and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=gu%20energy%20gel&linkCode=ur2&rh=n%3A3375251%2Ck%3Agu%20energy%20gel&sprefix=gu%20energy%20gel%2Csporting%2C300&tag=theme0c-20&url=search-alias%3Dsporting&linkId=H777RJNANPEN75U7" target="_blank">Gu Energy Gels</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=ur2&o=1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" /> - food is a required item, although its up to the Cadre when you get to eat. More on that later. </div>
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00W67YFWO/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00W67YFWO&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=32ENUGF4CIAMWFV4" rel="nofollow">LOKSAK Waterproof Bags</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00W67YFWO" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />
- keep your other required items dry, keys, $20 bill, ID</div>
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Phone case - <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003G8GM0U/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B003G8GM0U&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=BRXRBZPW6TE7J7QI" rel="nofollow">Pelican 1015 Micro Case</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B003G8GM0U" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />
- I never take my phone with me but some people do, make sure its waterproof and crushproof.</div>
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002L6RB80/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002L6RB80&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=7PT4HQHRNCODHM6H" rel="nofollow">Pen</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B002L6RB80" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />
and <a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=field%20notes&linkCode=ur2&tag=theme0c-20&url=search-alias%3Doffice-products&linkId=ANDY4JN6T5XBAGFF" target="_blank">Notebook</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=ur2&o=1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" /> - may or may not be required but always good to keep a hard copy log of your training</div>
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Flip flops<br />
Towel <br />
Dry clothes<br />
Water<br />
A favorite snack <br />
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Also, completing the event with a friend makes it even more fun!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Event training tips</span> - <br />
*this is not meant to be an exhaustive outline or training regimen. Those have been done well many other places. Simply some tips and things to consider while training that you wouldn't think about until after your event. Also, I am not a trainer, and I am not you. Do what is best for you without hurting yourself. <br />
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Wear your ruck with weight in it for as long as possible and get miles under your belt. <br />
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Ruck in the rain. Get used to training while wet, because you will be wet close to the beginning of the event and will ruck and PT while wet. Either jump in a lake or train while its raining to get used to how that feels. <br />
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Ruck and train without eating. If you are doing a Challenge level event, you will most likely only be able to eat a small amount very quickly during the 9-12+ hour event before moving on. Try to mimic this with your training. Complete and fairly intense training session, then without eating, ruck some miles. Continue to drink water. A sample plan could be pick two or all of these. Run, Workout, Ruck. Then find a day you can complete the 2 or 3 workout day using what you picked. <br />
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Duffle Bag training. Fill an old duffle bag with rubber mulch, or other large awkwardly heavy object, and carry it for a mile, or you pick a distance. Keep up with your time. <br />
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Good luck and have fun! The reason rocking was the fastest growing fitness trend of 2015 is because its fun and awesome!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5809681856910599675.post-78619452204168540782016-01-26T08:43:00.002-08:002016-01-27T13:23:51.652-08:00Waypoints January 2016What I've been reading. <br />
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I've been following and reading author and life hacker Tim Ferris' work since <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0307465357/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0307465357&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=JRS5UDM6VEXVTLRX" rel="nofollow">The 4-Hour Workweek</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=0307465357" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />
came out but just this month got into his podcasts. I just never was interested in listening to podcasts but I highly recommend his shows. You will get something out of almost any episode you listen to. I have to have pen and paper with me while I listen and usually end up with multiple pages of notes by the end. <br />
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One of my favorites is his interview with the author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0812992180/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=0812992180&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=Y5RE73LE3XPWVIPB" rel="nofollow">Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=0812992180" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />,
<a href="http://fourhourworkweek.com/2014/11/04/rolf-potts/" target="_blank">Rolf Potts on Travel Tactics</a>. <br />
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<li>their discussion regarding extended travel and making travel a normal part of your life</li>
<li>Psychogeography - basically exploring a place with no plan</li>
<li>Being a Flaneur - seeing your own city as a new visitor </li>
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Check out all his <a href="http://fourhourworkweek.com/podcast/" target="_blank">podcasts here</a>. <br />
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Ryan Holiday, author of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1591846358/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1591846358&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=3NAAMAXXM67FS634" rel="nofollow">The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=1591846358" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />,
has a great piece on Tim Ferriss' Site outlining his own <a href="http://fourhourworkweek.com/2013/07/14/how-to-travel-21-contrarian-rules/" target="_blank">21 rules of travel</a>. I've written before about enjoying a place more by not bringing the same expectations and luxuries from your own life along with you. Just go along with whatever is culturally normal where you are and you will get more out of your trip. </div>
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Paraphrasing 2 of my favorite rules from Ryan are basically; Dont check luggage and Don't live your life through your phone screen. Make memories to remember, not just pictures. </div>
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And finally, I've decided that I need a large chopper type survival knife. And since I will be shopping in what can be called the budget category, and that I like to upgrade things myself the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YH9H86E/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00YH9H86E&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=Z4VOPOP2FUZTJNT7" rel="nofollow">Ka-Bar BK39 Becker Clear Coat Combat Bowie Knife</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00YH9H86E" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />
is the best option and will be my next knife purchase. <br />
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As you have seen before in my <a href="http://amemphistraveler.blogspot.com/2015/10/diy-machete-handle-upgrade.html" target="_blank">DIY Machete Handle Upgrade</a>, I like to work on things myself and originally I was looking at the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001IPKL7I/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001IPKL7I&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=QNI5O2DFPXI4W2R3" rel="nofollow">Ka-Bar Becker BK9</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001IPKL7I" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" /> so I could strip the paint and do my own patina on the knife. But now after seeing the BK39 even though it has been out since early 2015, I like it better out of the box and I can simply upgrade the handle scales and sheath. Also, it doesn't look like there will be anything better coming out based on what I saw of the knives at Shot Show 2016.<br />
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I still want to try to patina a knife so hopefully after I get the BK39 I can get a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0073GZR2U/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0073GZR2U&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=K3CQPNGVK2M7YJZW" rel="nofollow">Ka-Bar Becker 16</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0073GZR2U" height="1" style="border: currentColor; margin: 0px;" width="1" />
companion knife and do the paint strip patina process on that one. I love the rusted vintage look of that knife once it has a patina and micarta scales <br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5809681856910599675.post-76748956727161977242016-01-08T08:34:00.001-08:002016-01-09T14:51:59.374-08:00New Patch - Gideon's TacticalFirst patch from Gideon's Tactical looking great on the GR1 on a foggy day in Texas!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5809681856910599675.post-1297319177859596562015-12-21T10:23:00.002-08:002015-12-21T10:23:17.296-08:00Merry Christmas 2015!Thank you everyone for reading and sharing! <br />
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Here I have compiled a list of the books I have read through or at least partially this year. I subscribe to the thought that it's ok to skim a book or skip parts if they bore you. <br />
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- by far my favorite of the year. Left of Bang means to stay ahead of an event, such as terrorism or crime, by reading peoples actions, body language and emotional state as compared to the normal. If you are Military, Law Enforcement or at all concerned about the safety of yourself or your family then you need to read this book. Very readable language and the information is clearly laid out. </div>
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- Steven Pressfield's novel of the battle of Thermopylae and events leading up to it. Otherwise known as the 300. Paints very detailed lives of the warriors and their training and mindset to fight like they did. <br />
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- My first dive into philosophy and I'll admit, it had some heavy drawn out sections. This book is written half as a travel book with the narrator and his son on a motorcycle ride across the west which is used as examples for the philosophical parts of the book. I enjoyed the traveling sections and skipped some other sections. </div>
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- This is heavier, almost text book type of writing regarding the changing landscape of war and how attacks are being carried out by non-state groups all over the world. The thesis is basically that this is the new environment of war and the new challenges created by a electronically connected enemy. <br />
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- I'm still working up to start this since knee surgery prevented it after I bought the book. But the philosophy and the intro of completing the Seals PT test for a base line are something I am looking forward to.<br />
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- I usually read more fiction than I have this year, but this book made for a great break un between the heavier books. You can tell from he details throughout his stories that Ambrose Bierce served in the Civil War. Start with "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" and you won't want to put the book down. <br />
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book for dads - If you or someone you know is a new dad or about to be one, get them this book. The writing keeps you reading and the illustrations true to life for what a new dad can expect from pregnancy to delivery day through toddler years. There is no fluff here, just the facts for dads that I have been going back to frequently as mine are becoming toddlers. <br />
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- We don't eat 100% Paleo in my house but we will frequently cook Paleo meals a few times a week. The recipes in this book are pretty much all great but the best part of this book is the large fist section dealing with digestive issues and how they can be corrected using specific meal plans laid out using the recipes. I strongly believe that many ailments we as humans suffer from today are direct results of our diets.<br />
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<a href="http://www.sabra-gear.com/" target="_blank">Sabra Gear</a> is an Israeli company making high quality bags and packs. I usually do my best to buy American but if I'm buying a foreign product I have absolutely no problems supporting an Israeli company.<br />
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Also, Israel is near the top, if not the top destination on my Life List I would love to be lucky enough to visit one day. <br />
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<a href="http://www.sabra-gear.com/" target="_blank">Sabra Gear</a> makes multiple size packs in their line including a multi day pack, a day pack and several sizes of smaller packs and pouches. They also make a great looking Field Belt that I want to try out next. <br />
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I ordered the Quick Pouch, which is their smallest pouch, to get a feel for the construction and usability. <br />
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Basic stats on The Quick Pouch are:<br />
6" x 6" x 1.5" at its thickest point and weighs 2.6 oz.<br />
It is made of 500D nylon which gives it some basic water resistance. <br />
The Pouch has a rounded profile making it less obtrusive than a squared off pouch.<br />
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They are $24 on their Site and with shipping, my total was around $32. It did take a while, about 2.5 weeks, to arrive so be aware of that if you are ordering as a gift. But for the quality and price I think are worth the wait.<br />
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Here I have it attached to my GORUCK GR1:<br />
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The construction of the pouch is great quality. There are no exposed seams on the pouch and even the YKK zipper has a tight closure and comes with a paracord pull. <br />
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The back of the pack has two rows of Molle type webbing with thick stitching and sewn on straps for weaving into molle. Plastic buckles at the bottom are also sewn on so there is nothing extra to buy or get lost to attach this to another pack or your belt. <br />
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The inside is simply an open pouch with no extra pockets, but with a pouch this size, that is all you need. </div>
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The pouch holds a lot for its size and as I said earlier can be easily carried on your belt. With this and a water bottle could be all you need for a light hike or day hike. </div>
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For its size it could be used for easy access to food, a first aid kit, survival kit or phone or other electronics.</div>
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Below you can see all the items I was able to fit inside the pouch. I chose random items that would represent the different ways this pouch could be utilized. All the items pictured are in the pouch in the above pictures but this is not how I have been using it for the past 3 months. </div>
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I have been using the pouch to hold basic survival items to throw in my car when it is not attached to my pack. And with the attachment straps, can be quickly removed if needed for a modular situation where you only wanted to carry the pouch itself. </div>
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I like the ability it gives to pack with a modular system so you know what is in each bag and you take only those items that you need. </div>
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I am currently working on combining different sizes and brands of pouches to see which work best together to create my modular pack system. </div>
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As stated, for this post I simply wanted to see how many items I could fit inside and represent different possible functions of the pouch. </div>
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- Mine is by Maratac
but this Stanley is <strike>$1.83</strike> $4.73 right now! (I'm sure I could find use for another one)<br />
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- Great little low lumen light. I've used it from GORUCK Challenges to magma tunnels under Mt St. Helens.<br />
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There was actually more room left and I fit an <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004356WLY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B004356WLY&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=YJHOACFP6DAUJCBX" rel="nofollow">Emergency Mylar Blankets - 84" X 52"</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004356WLY" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- they are $4.83 for a 4-count right now?!
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I definitely recommend the Sabra Gear Quick Pouch and would like to Thank them for making a great item. I'm looking forward to trying another of their products.</div>
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I have also included my humble suggestion for a new edition at the end. <br />
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What started out as a goal to always have a notebook on or near me has turned into a rather large collection. <br />
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I started buying Field Notes because I loved the idea behind their product and to support an American small business. As they continue to make new editions every quarter, I end up buying every new release because they continue to surprise me. <br />
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Standard, State Fair editions and a couple special bonus books I was lucky enough to get: <br />
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Just as I like to read real books, I also appreciate actually writing things down on paper. <br />
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As Field Notes saying goes: "I'm not writing it down to remember it later, I'm writing it down to remember it now". <br />
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Which I think is becoming even more relevant as we our electronic world encompasses more of our lives.<br />
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As I have written before, I like the green and wood covered books the best: <br />
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In addition to the Field Notes Brand books, I have other notebooks. <br />
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I was, for a while, even buying a few vintage notebooks that Field Notes are patterned after when I would see them available. <br />
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A couple of them even have notes from the farmers who used them. <br />
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I would love to have one with topographic lines somewhere on the books. Maybe on the inside covers or the back? It could be a traveler edition. With a travel theme or a globe theme. The books could be green, blue and tan for the colors of jungle, sea and desert with topo lines on the back. Just some thoughts. But as a Geographer by education I love topographic maps and I think they look great as a design aspect. <br />
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Another idea would be to have the books represent the 3 highest peaks on the US with the topo maps of the peaks on the cover of each one. <br />
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I personally think you can't own too many different knives and have multiple posts about recommended knives here on the blog. So this list will (mostly) stay away from knives. <br />
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As the title suggests, this list will focus on some items to upgrade your EDC or camping supplies. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004I6EZSU/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B004I6EZSU&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=JMPA7FMIAEPJJQNJ" rel="nofollow">Hazard 4 Launch Pad Ipad Sleeve</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004I6EZSU" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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An item I will personally be purchasing shortly. Fits iPad and most tablets with quilted lining, Molle and hook & loop on the back with hook & loop and bungee closure. Comes in black, coyote (pictured) and 2 camo patterns. Buy from Amazon as they are $10 more on the Hazard 4 Website.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00S00H7LC/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00S00H7LC&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=564L2U7XNARMSCQE" rel="nofollow">Premium Leather Orbitkey</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00S00H7LC" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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I love the idea of this and the next product of pinning your keys together so they don't end up in a huge tangled ball in your pocket. Holds 2-7 keys and comes in many nice looking colors of leather. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JXQQNC6/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00JXQQNC6&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=ING3ISVM25NQALRL" rel="nofollow">KeySmart - Compact Key Holder</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00JXQQNC6" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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Different design using metal sides but the same idea to keep your keys straight. Holds 2-8 or 2-10 keys and comes in many colors. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001EFSTI/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0001EFSTI&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=64ZXZ4FCTR64HGLH" rel="nofollow">Swiss+Tech Utili-Key 6-in-1 Tool</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0001EFSTI" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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This is a great little tool that I got for Christmas one year. It just hides on my key ring and I forget its there until I need it. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00UZHT432/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00UZHT432&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=PT4FFG2YB6XZHZXB" rel="nofollow">Screwpop Stainless Steel Utility Knife</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00UZHT432" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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This knife safely holds a standard replaceable razor blade until you need to deploy it. Would be guest for a first aid or survival kit or just thrown in a pocket of your pack for emergencies. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001NCDE8O/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001NCDE8O&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=JBMJ4XPA5QSBGA2T" rel="nofollow">Nalgene BPA Free Tritan Water Bottle 1-Quart</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001NCDE8O" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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The classic Nalgene continues to be a mainstay in the outdoor world. Water bottles are another item that you can never have too many of. I have had so many of them, even before they were BPA free. They come in 20 colors including <u>Glow in the dark </u>which I need!<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FVZ4IE8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00FVZ4IE8&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=L377BJVGQYIUVQN2" rel="nofollow">UST Micro Sparkwheel Fire Starter</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00FVZ4IE8" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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Small but possibly life-saving item to stash in a survival or camping kit.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FFGPN10/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00FFGPN10&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=NWFSDXOLDNQGP6NY" rel="nofollow">UST MoonForce 1AAA Flashlight, GLO</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00FFGPN10" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0038OYOGG/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0038OYOGG&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=PEFVSCH4KUCXUBAU" rel="nofollow">Exotac Waterproof Match Case</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0038OYOGG" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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Keeps matches dry and from breaking thanks to machined billet aluminum.<br />
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These have any number of uses in camping and survival situations.<br />
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-aMTAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5809681856910599675.post-33673903937684209192015-11-13T08:40:00.000-08:002015-11-13T08:40:08.230-08:00Higo No Kami Knife Review<br />
During the era of the Samurai in Japan, no one was allowed to carry weapons other than the Samurai or the military, hence the similarity of many Japanese weapons to farming implements. These more familiar weapons were developed and carried by various tradesmen, farmers and fishermen. <br />
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These tradesmen as well as peasants also developed a smaller more concealable weapon, <br />
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I purchased a very inexpensive one from Amazon to test out for feel and usability before spending more on a better quality model. <br />
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They come in multiple sizes and I ordered the Larger version which is 6.75" overall open, 4.25" closed with a 3" blade and cutting edge. <br />
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Higo no Kami is a non-locking knife, so the tang extends past the handle when closed to act as an opening lever and when open it is used to prevent the blade from closing. <br />
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I usually wear medium sized gloves and this Large Higo fits my hand with barely any handle not covered by my hand. <br />
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The blade came fairly sharp but could be sharpened a lot.<br />
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All the edges on the handle are rounded but the back of the blade is nearly an unfinished edge, but it is straight with no burrs. <br />
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The blade on mine sits to the side of the handle when closed and the opening action is very tight.<br />
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I have a feeling that these quality issues would go away as the price increases. <br />
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For carry options, I don't think I would carry this in my pocket unless maybe in a jeans 5th pocket. <br />
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Mine just barely shows and the smaller Medium would disappear. <br />
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since I purchased mine years ago but it is still one of my favorite tools.<br />
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I decided to take mine out tonight to experiment with some night shooting. <br />
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One of my favorite features is the ability to deploy the 4 main tools on the outside without opening the pliers function. Two of the tools can be deployed one handed, the fine edge knife and the serrated knife. <br />
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The saw and the 2 sided file are the other 2 deployable on the outside although by way of a knick on the ends of the tools. <br />
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All four of the outside tools also lock into place once fully extended for safety. <br />
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Once unfolded, the other tools my version has are scissors and three flat screwdrivers on one side and a cap lifter/can opener, Philips head screwdriver, flat pry bar and you can barely see a tiny string or key chain hole at the base of the pry bar on the previous picture. <br />
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The key chain hole is one thing I like that has been <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002H49BC/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0002H49BC&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=UV2I3MPXMDQIPPGK" rel="nofollow">upgraded</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0002H49BC" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
to a substantial lanyard hole to use paracord if needed. <br />
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The <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002H49BC/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0002H49BC&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=UV2I3MPXMDQIPPGK" rel="nofollow">current version</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0002H49BC" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
also has large and small bit drivers with extra bits instead of the screwdriver.<br />
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If you don't already have a Leatherman, I highly recommend getting one. You can check out the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002H49BC/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0002H49BC&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=UV2I3MPXMDQIPPGK" rel="nofollow">Leatherman Wave</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0002H49BC" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
on Amazon where they are around $80. Leatherman tools aren't what you would call cheap, but one thing about having a budget is spending your money wisely and buying good tools so you only have to buy them once. <br />
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They have so many models now with specific tools based on your specific work or tasks.<br />
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Currently the model I would love to test out and own is the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009FRRGR4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B009FRRGR4&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=4FV3PRVAHPDB3QPN" rel="nofollow">Leatherman MUT Black</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B009FRRGR4" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009FRRGR4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B009FRRGR4&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=4FV3PRVAHPDB3QPN" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B009FRRGR4&Format=_SL250_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B009FRRGR4" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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It is designed for Military, LE and civilian shooters with threaded tools for cleaning rods, bolt override tool to assist in clearing jammed casings and standard sight adjustment tools. It also comes with a Molle compatible sheath and separate sight adjustment wrench. <br />
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If you are looking to buy a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009FRRGR4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B009FRRGR4&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=BACIQTLVAUMV3IUB" rel="nofollow">Leatherman MUT</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B009FRRGR4" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
or another <a href="http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=leatherman%20multitool&linkCode=ur2&rh=n%3A228013%2Ck%3Aleatherman%20multitool&sprefix=leatherman%20m%2Ctools%2C263&tag=theme0c-20&url=search-alias%3Dtools&linkId=2QAOSM4UX7GAIUB2" target="_blank">Leatherman Multi-Tool</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="https://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=ur2&o=1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />, please do so through the links above that support my blog and let me know how you like it. <br />
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Stay safe,<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5809681856910599675.post-15026293199353049032015-11-07T20:58:00.000-08:002015-12-06T11:43:24.359-08:00a Memphis Traveler's 2015 Christmas List Part 2 - $25-$100<br />
Part 2 of the 2015 Christmas Gift List includes gifts in the ranges of $25-$50 and $50-$100 to try to keep things a little organized. <br />
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The first item isn't directly outdoors related, but it can be in the EDC category and everybody has to secure passwords on computers these days. If you are like me, many, many passwords.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00VV8SI1I/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00VV8SI1I&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=2KSFKDIUTHLWK3SR" rel="nofollow">YubiKey Edge</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00VV8SI1I" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $30<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00VV8SI1I/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00VV8SI1I&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=2KSFKDIUTHLWK3SR" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00VV8SI1I&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00VV8SI1I" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" /><br />
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This seems like a great option for a password database with a physical aspect to verify your presence when logging into your accounts. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QQBOW0G/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00QQBOW0G&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=MFP62IMW7L445HME" rel="nofollow">ThruNite Ti CW 162 Lumen LED Key Chain Flashlight</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00QQBOW0G" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $30<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QQBOW0G/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00QQBOW0G&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=MFP62IMW7L445HME" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00QQBOW0G&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00QQBOW0G" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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AAA size EDC multi mode key chain light<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NG697SQ/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00NG697SQ&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=F2TAX4U5ASHATNW2" rel="nofollow">Vanquest FATPack 5x8 First Aid Trauma Pack</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00NG697SQ" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $43
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NG697SQ/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00NG697SQ&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=F2TAX4U5ASHATNW2" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00NG697SQ&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00NG697SQ" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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Vanquest is an American company and they have some great designs. This quick access First Aid kit is no exception. All items are secured inside the pack that is designed with a quick access pull handle to quickly deploy the pack while it is attached to the outside of your larger bag. This is at the top of my want list for a new first aid carry option. They are available in black, coyote or grey.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LA97I8M/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00LA97I8M&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=EUFSSVCRYXS7C6KC" rel="nofollow">Survivor Filter</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00LA97I8M" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $30
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LA97I8M/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00LA97I8M&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=EUFSSVCRYXS7C6KC" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00LA97I8M&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00LA97I8M" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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With a higher level of filtration than other filters and replaceable parts, this is on my gear upgrade list. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CFG53MW/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00CFG53MW&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=GFF64TNWHATT45OB" rel="nofollow">Italian Army Style Wool Blanket</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00CFG53MW" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
-$35
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Its always a good idea to have a wool blanket in your car for emergencies especially with the Winter months coming up. This could even be used in a kids room on the bed. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00U0ILXGC/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00U0ILXGC&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=YZKY365PPDV4WRKL" rel="nofollow">Gerber StrongArm Fixed Blade Knife</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00U0ILXGC" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
$45-$60<br />
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Love this knife! The price ranges depending on the color and blade options. I got Coyote Plain or Fine edge. I have <a href="http://amemphistraveler.blogspot.com/2015/10/cant-wait-to-use-this-gerber-strong-arm.html" target="_blank">previously reviewed this knife</a> but I think it is still worth including here. <br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><u>$50-$100</u></span>:<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008ORRZM2/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008ORRZM2&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=FU6DORDY22MTUZBQ" rel="nofollow">Jetboil Flash Personal Cooking System</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B008ORRZM2" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $80 on Sale
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If you don't mind getting one in Camo or Buffalo Plaid these are a great deal right now. They are normally around $100.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YNDIUW0/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00YNDIUW0&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=IL25YS6MCVLQ2B4K" rel="nofollow">Explore Outfitters PRO Nylon Double Hammock</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00YNDIUW0" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $55
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YNDIUW0/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00YNDIUW0&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=IL25YS6MCVLQ2B4K" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00YNDIUW0&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00YNDIUW0" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008H0Q9ZA/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008H0Q9ZA&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=IIONQZIY2TNO747Q" rel="nofollow">Thorogood American Heritage Plain Toe Work Boot</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B008H0Q9ZA" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $170 - 20% off with Veteran's Day Code 20VETERANS will drop it to around $135<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008H0Q9ZA/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B008H0Q9ZA&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=IIONQZIY2TNO747Q" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B008H0Q9ZA&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B008H0Q9ZA" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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Good value American made boots<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004DTWMH8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B004DTWMH8&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=CS7XTIQ64HAHU7CR" rel="nofollow">ESEE 6P-B Plain Edge Fixed Blade Survival Knife</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004DTWMH8" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $120<br />
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A little over $100 but you are getting a great, true survival knife with sheath.<br />
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<a href="http://amemphistraveler.blogspot.com/2015/11/a-memphis-travelers-2015-christmas-list.html" target="_blank">Part 1 is here if you missed it.</a><br />
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I hope this helps with some new ideas for gifts.<br />
Stay safe,<br />
--aMTAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5809681856910599675.post-5302434985989261142015-11-07T13:40:00.001-08:002015-11-07T21:04:23.306-08:00a Memphis Traveler's 2015 Christmas List - $25 And Under<br />
The 2015 version of the annual Christmas list is here! I have put together a list of some items I personally own and have tested and many others that I have researched and would love to see under my own tree! <br />
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Most are geared toward the Outdoorsman and this first part is under $25 because I know budgets are always important. <br />
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Lists for $25-$50, $50-$100, and EDC stocking stuffer lists are in the works. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BTO184I/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00BTO184I&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=RQOOE6WPSGQVTGRN" rel="nofollow">Suunto Clipper Compass</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00BTO184I" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $15<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BTO184I/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00BTO184I&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=OXXMT33NSKL6KMHF" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00BTO184I&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00BTO184I" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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Clips to the blank area on a watch band so a compass is always with you. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YQB18GY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00YQB18GY&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=TAQBFAKA3DCT5WJE" rel="nofollow">Vanquest CACHE RFID-Blocking Wallet</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00YQB18GY" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $23<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00YQB18GY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00YQB18GY&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=TAQBFAKA3DCT5WJE" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00YQB18GY&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00YQB18GY" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" /><br />
Prevents remote scanning of credit cards. Not many left on Amazon, also available on Vanquest.com.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G0OVV1W/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00G0OVV1W&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=2PEZJJBKBUUVS2NT" rel="nofollow">Ultimate Survival Technologies Brila Mini Lantern - Glow</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00G0OVV1W" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $13<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G0OVV1W/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00G0OVV1W&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=2PEZJJBKBUUVS2NT" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00G0OVV1W&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00G0OVV1W" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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Multi-function LED camp light with glow base and hang clip.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005IURN5M/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B005IURN5M&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=ZFIZL7EQNOWHY25G" rel="nofollow">Plano 1312 Field Box</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B005IURN5M" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $10
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005IURN5M/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B005IURN5M&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=ZFIZL7EQNOWHY25G" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B005IURN5M&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B005IURN5M" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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American made, lockable, plastic field box can be used as a survival kit as I have done with mine. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004QP1JTG/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B004QP1JTG&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=G5KLTLACGEUQI4XL" rel="nofollow">Enamelware Coffee Mug</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B004QP1JTG" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $11
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Classic Enamelware looks great by the camp fire or on the front porch and they come in a range of colors. I have a couple true antique solid blue ones, but I think I like these better. <br />
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I also have a couple <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OKLYPAQ/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00OKLYPAQ&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=GO4R742BWWZRPXL5" rel="nofollow">Solid Copper Mugs</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00OKLYPAQ" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
that have gotten a great patina over the past few years.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EV7LJ2Q/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00EV7LJ2Q&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=LG3VB76QXIRKMN3P" rel="nofollow">Opinel Trekking Khaki Folding Knife</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00EV7LJ2Q" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
$19<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EV7LJ2Q/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00EV7LJ2Q&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=LG3VB76QXIRKMN3P" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00EV7LJ2Q&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00EV7LJ2Q" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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My Opinel is one of the sharpest knives I own. Mine has a blue plastic handle but I might get this one too because I love the green wood so much. There is also a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AZ5QCR0/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00AZ5QCR0&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=OYLFLOTDTZXBF5DZ" rel="nofollow">Leather Sheath</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00AZ5QCR0" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />, at least for now they have 10 left.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00T3DCVVG/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00T3DCVVG&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=OGEOFUNDKYEUBFI6" rel="nofollow">Morakniv Craftline Basic</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00T3DCVVG" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $11<br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00T3DCVVG/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00T3DCVVG&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=OGEOFUNDKYEUBFI6" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00T3DCVVG&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00T3DCVVG" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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Another classic and popular camp knife. Mora makes a large line of knives but some are maybe too much knife for what it will be used for. Mine came razor sharp out of the box. Great to stash in a Plano ammo can survival kit.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BO14LQ8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00BO14LQ8&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=CEMUFUXPV2NWDHVD" rel="nofollow">Darn Tough Vermont Men's Socks</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00BO14LQ8" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $18
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BO14LQ8/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00BO14LQ8&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=CEMUFUXPV2NWDHVD" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B00BO14LQ8&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00BO14LQ8" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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I know, socks for Christmas? Trust me, you will know when you put these on. Merino Wool.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000051ZO7/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B000051ZO7&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=WCYR337ZBCPNIH4R" rel="nofollow">Bushnell Powerview 12x25 Compact Folding Binocular</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B000051ZO7" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $20
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001T7H01U/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001T7H01U&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=3GCTHRC5XBZOXBZG" rel="nofollow">KA-BAR Dozier Folder in blaze orange</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001T7H01U" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $22<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001T7H01U/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B001T7H01U&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=3GCTHRC5XBZOXBZG" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B001T7H01U&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B001T7H01U" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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Won't get lost in your pack or at the camp site.<br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002YTO7E/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0002YTO7E&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=2TTURDOQAFBRJ6XL" rel="nofollow">Fiskars X7 Hatchet, 14-Inch</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0002YTO7E" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
- $25
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002YTO7E/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0002YTO7E&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=2TTURDOQAFBRJ6XL" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" src="http://ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?_encoding=UTF8&ASIN=B0002YTO7E&Format=_SL160_&ID=AsinImage&MarketPlace=US&ServiceVersion=20070822&WS=1&tag=theme0c-20" /></a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0002YTO7E" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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Outfit a new camper or young outdoorsman with this and the KA-BAR Dozier for under $50 and they well on their way in the blade department.<br />
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<a href="http://amemphistraveler.blogspot.com/2015/11/a-memphis-travelers-2015-christmas-list_7.html" target="_blank">Continue to part 2 of the list for $25-$50 and $50-$100 gifts</a>.<br />
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--aMTAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5809681856910599675.post-77977377495897139242015-11-04T14:00:00.003-08:002015-11-10T07:01:47.799-08:00Colorado 14er'sA few shots of my Colorado 14er trip a few years ago. <br />
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I wish I could go back every year!<br />
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--aMTAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5809681856910599675.post-63210444293162802382015-10-30T10:40:00.001-07:002015-10-30T11:32:51.992-07:00EDC - 3 Good Quality, Budget Pocket Folding Knives<br />
You can spend almost any amount of money on a pocket knife. And there are hundreds of cheap knives out there that aren't going to hold up. If you are like me, you want a good quality knife without spending $100 or more. Also important to me is buying something that is going to last a long time and not have to be replaced every year.<br />
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The problem for many becomes trying to find a good quality knife on a budget. I think I have done that with the following 3 knives. <br />
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All 3 knives are in the great budget price range of $30-$35 which I think is perfect for your personal EDC or even to give as gifts. <br />
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All three have plain edge which I think allows more options for use over serrated. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I0RSVQK/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00I0RSVQK&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=UP7TPSUE2BWIYPSE" rel="nofollow">Kershaw 6034 Emerson CQC-6K Knife</a><br />
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3.25" blade, 4.5" closed. This knife is designed by the more expensive knife designer Emerson and built at the lower price point by Kershaw. One of the main features that differentiates this knife is Emerson's Wave knife opening feature. The small wave shaped piece on the back of the blade is a quick opening "hook" that catches the edge of your pocket and swings the blade open during deployment. The clip can be attached on either side however, it can only be carried tip up due to the wave opening feature which I like. It has a G-10 scale on one side and stainless steel on the other.<br />
Priced now at $30.47 on Amazon. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NHY1PLO/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00NHY1PLO&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=ASFE3A6JAMU6MMET" rel="nofollow">Blue Ridge Knives ESEE Avispa</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00NHY1PLO" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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3.5" blade 5" closed. For strictly EDC cutting tasks this Esee Avispa is a great option. It is thinner overall which is perfect for daily pocket carry, but not as good for extended cutting or survival tasks. <br />
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I have heard complaints that the thumb stud for left hand operation is very small and almost unusable, so if you or your recipient are left handed and carry on the left side, you might want to skip this knife.<br />
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Currently at $34.99, however there are only 15 left of this color and even more limited availability of other color options. <br />
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BBPAOCW/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00BBPAOCW&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=JATX7KVBV64DY2OU" rel="nofollow">Ontario Knives Rat II Folding Knife</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00BBPAOCW" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
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The smallest of the 3 at 7" open knife with a 3" blade. Currently the most affordable of the three on Amazon at $24.99, The Rat II is another great option. <br />
Dual thumb stud and 4 way pocket clip for carrying in any configuration. This knife has what I would consider the most aggressive jimping on the blade so if you don't like that you may mark this one out.<br />
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Like the Esee, it is available in multiple <a href="https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&field-keywords=ontario%20rat%202&linkCode=ur2&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Aontario%20rat%202&sprefix=ontario%20rat%202%2Caps%2C257&tag=theme0c-20&url=search-alias%3Daps&linkId=RQ2ZI6WTSXPUP7RF" target="_blank">color options</a>. <br />
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After all that, my personal favorite is the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I0RSVQK/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B00I0RSVQK&linkCode=as2&tag=theme0c-20&linkId=5HPQTBZK3VVNQOYV" rel="nofollow">Kershaw Emerson CQC-6K</a><img alt="" border="0" src="http://ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=theme0c-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B00I0RSVQK" height="1" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />
that I will be buying and reviewing soon. <br />
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I hope this helps make a decision for yourself or a gift.<br />
Stay safe,<br />
--aMTAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12511010174472989445noreply@blogger.com0