Survival Gear - ALL Of Skilled Survival's In Depth "Survival Gear" Articles

Finding the Best Survival Gear for YOU is a complex and ongoing process.

All sorts of questions come into play, such as:

Which pieces of survival gear do you really need?
vs. What gear is a "nice-to-have" but not necessary.
Which gear brands are best?
And what survival gear brands should you avoid at all costs!

Acquiring a quality stash of survival gear is a daunting, overwhelming process.

And it should never be taken lightly.

That's why we break it all down in our extensive library of detailed survival gear articles.

Below you'll find SkilledSurvival's BEST "Survival Gear" articles (hover and click any of the gear listed below for a detailed article about that gear):

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You'll want to come back to this page often as you progress towards your ultimate goal of acquiring all the best survival gear.

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Prepare, Adapt and Overcome,
"Just In Case" Jack

4 Best Outdoor Solar Lanterns On The Market Today [With Video Reviews]

By Just In Case Jack 1 Comment

The Best Outdoor Solar Lanterns For Camping and Survival

Having a dependable source of light in a survival situation is not just a “good idea”; it’s an essential one.

Not only can it light your way through the deep dark woods or an abandoned warehouse, but it’s an important morale booster.

Light acts like a security blanket in times of uncertainty.

Something to keep your mind strong and hope alive – when all it wants to do is freak out.

It’s sort of like fire in that way…

So it’s no surprise we get a lot of questions about what’s the best survival light source. [Read more…]

How To Master Flint Knapping For Survival And Preparedness

By Just In Case Jack 3 Comments

Flint Knapping (With How To Videos)

If you were to empty out your pockets right now, what would you find?

If you’re like me, you’ll pull out several useful survival tools; at least one being a small knife or blade.

And I’d imagine your survival pack includes several larger survival blades, right? Plus, gear to maintain them (i.e., a knife sharpener).

Because we all know how insanely useful a sharp tactical knife is in an emergency.

And it’s not just knives; survival hatchets, axes, multitools, are all bladed tools worth owing. [Read more…]

7 Best Tactical Pants On The Market Today [With Video Reviews]

By Just In Case Jack 3 Comments

If you’re looking for men’s tactical pants OR women’s tactical pants – you’re in the right place.

Why? Because I absolutely love my new survival pants!

Since I’ve made the switch from jeans to tactical pants I’m more comfortable and more prepared for anything!

No matter what your day brings, from the job site to the backcountry, good tactical pants are a lifesaver.

I’m talking about lightweight, abrasion-resistant materials with built-in stain resistance.

Pants specifically made to combat the harsh sun, fierce wind, and torrential downpours.

Pants with lots of pockets for all your tactical gear and anything else you need. [Read more…]

5 Best Fire Pistons On The Market & How A Fire Piston Works

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When it comes to survival skills, making fire is one of the most important.

Fire gives us the ability to:

Keep warm and dry,
Cook food and sterilize water
Make signals during the day and at night

Humans also show a psychological boost from fires. This moral booster can help to increase your odds of surviving an emergency.

With all these benefits, it’s easy to see why we spend a lot of time (and money) to ensure we can always make a fire.

Today, there are hundreds of tools designed to ensure your fire making skills. Tools range from survival lighters to solar mirrors. [Read more…]

How To Make A Solar Oven And A Solar Cooker From Scratch

By Just In Case Jack 2 Comments

Let me just say – there’s something incredibly satisfying about cooking a meal with the power of the sun.

Harnessing the power of the sun’s rays to slow cook or grill a meal gives me a welling sense of pride.

I enjoy using human ingenuity to capture a little bit of the sun to put warm food in my belly.

And I like knowing that if the power grid were to go down for a long time, I’d still have a way to cook a meal.

Sure, you could cook a meal using fire, but solar ovens don’t require any “extra” resources.

It’s using the “free,” virtually unlimited, readily available fuel and putting it to good use. [Read more…]

5 Best Camping Cots On The Market Today [With Video Reviews]

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FACT: Camping is way more fun when it’s comfortable.

So if you’re like me, you’ve come to the conclusion that sleeping on the ground in your camping tent is becoming less and less appealing.

No matter how nice your sleeping pad is, getting up and down off the floor is becoming a real pain in the…

But you don’t need to buy an expensive RV in order to eliminate this hassle, instead, you just need a quality camping cot.

A cot you can fold down, pack, take with you and set up in minutes.

A low hassle upgrade to your camping sleeping arrangements. [Read more…]

6 Best Bivy Sacks On The Market Right Today [With Video Reviews]

By Just In Case Jack 1 Comment

When it comes time to survive the elements in an emergency, you need a light shelter you can trust.

Sure, there are tons of great camping tents on the market.

And there are even some lightweight survival tents.

But it’s hard to find a 4-season tent designed for one person that doesn’t weigh 3-4lbs.

While that sounds light compared to other shelter options, 4 lbs. is a big addition to your pack or vehicle. Both in weight and volume.

But there’s another option – a bivy sack! [Read more…]

6 Best Faraday Bags To Stop Digital Hackers In Their Tracks

By Will Brendza Leave a Comment

In the modern world, electronics are everywhere.

And these electronic devices all want your personal information.

Information that’s both valuable and vulnerable.

Without proper privacy protection, your electronic devices (i.e., phone, computer) may get hacked.

It’s not difficult for computer nerds to do.

And it’s a non-violent, easy way for criminals to watch, listen, extort, and steal from you.

In fact, this kind of crime is on the rise. Explosively. [Read more…]

17 Proven Self Defense Weapons For Insanely Strong Protection

By Will Brendza 4 Comments

Long ago, in the distant past, beyond the horizon of written history, a momentous event occurred.

An ancient human picked up a blunt object and beat another to death for the first time.

That moment changed the world forever.

Since then the art of self defense and the advance of weaponry have grown along with humans.

Entire arts forms have formed around specific self defense weapons.

Inventing techniques and methods to hone these deadly weapons to perfection over centuries.

And as civilization advanced, it became necessary to learn how to wield these weapons. [Read more…]

7 Best Tactical Backpacks That Will Make You Hard To Kill

By Just In Case Jack 1 Comment

There’s just something badass about carrying everything you need to survive on your back.

It’s a feeling of intense satisfaction.

Completely confident you have what you need to disappear into the wilderness or survive an urban combat zone.

Armed to the teeth and prepared to deal with whatever comes your way.

That’s power.

And it’s something all survival backpacks (and tactical backpacks in particular) make possible.

Having a tactical backpack packed and stacked in your home ready to deploy at a moment’s notice. [Read more…]

Survival Gear - ALL Of Skilled Survival's In Depth "Survival Gear" Articles

Prepare, Adapt and Overcome, "Just In Case" Jack

Prepare, Adapt and Overcome,
"Just In Case" Jack