Parents of young children often think back to their childhoods when purchasing toys for their own children. In the United States, for decades the natural order of a child’s bicycle training progressed from a tricycle to a small bike with training wheels to a larger bike. Visions of mom or dad running along behind the [...]
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Bear Grylls Fire Starter
I guess I’m drawing to the end of this little series that has run for a couple of weeks in which I’ve looked at the survival kits and knives promoted by Gerber and Bear Grylls. On balance I’ve found most offer good-enough quality at a reasonable price. Perhaps the best comes last because I think [...]
Bear Grylls Ultimate Multi-Tool
Having the right gear can make a big difference to your chances of surviving in hostile environments and Bear Grylls is as good as they get. I’ve been looking at some of his kit over the past few weeks and have found that in general it is pretty good value and pretty good quality although [...]
Home Survival Kits and Survival Equipment on the Cheap
Equipping yourself to survive need not be a very costly exercise. In fact, taking a few simple steps can vastly improve your ability to survive a number of manmade and natural disasters. Best of all, many of the products that you will need to produce a simple emergency kit are easily found in the supermarket. [...]
I’ve recently installed a Nite Ize Maglite LED Upgrade in my mini-maglite. I’m really happy with the way it has worked. Here is more on how to install a maglite LED upgrade kit and some of the pros and cons of getting one. Anyone who owns a standard Maglite flashlight knows the durability and dependability [...]
Hunting Knives for Beginners
To outdoor sports enthusiasts and adventure lovers, nothing comes close to the feel of high quality, hunting knives when handling them. From the perfectly balanced weight; gleaming, sleek and smooth blade; and handle designed for firm, comfortable grip, here is a hunting knife that can assures the user that it is a handy tool that [...]
What to Look for While Selecting Kids Backpacks
While choosing kids backpacks you have to be careful about various things. First of all, the backpack has to be very comfortable to carry. It has to have all necessary features which make it ergonomically sound too. Apart from that children love to choose their backpacks according to their favorite colors. So you have to [...]
Family time in Colorado
Colorado: Sunny, warm, summer, heat, aspen, winter vacation and a lot more comes into our minds when we here the word Colorado. Vacationers usually go there during summer time to enjoy the sun and chill out. Family visit Colorado for their family friendly adventures and the sites to see. In Colorado, it is an unwritten [...]
A Guide to Buying a Caravan Cover
The caravan is a piece of equipment that is very reliable for outdoor activities. It is engineered to withstand the conditions of outdoor lifestyle. However, the elements will, at some point, cause it to degrade. The caravan’s surface, tires and window seals will eventually be damaged by rain, hails and snow. However, you can at [...]
The Affordable Family Camping Trip
With the current state of the economy, money is tight for most families. Spending time together as a family is still desired yet it can put a crunch on the pocket book. Camping can be an affordable alternative to expensive family vacations. Hotels are replaced with the calm serene of the mountains, and the pools [...]
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