Gear Box: Supplies for Life Off the Beaten Path (Winter 2015)

BIOLITE CAMPSTOVE
The Biolite Campstove burns basic wood branches, twigs and sticks to power your electrical devices. This device is easy to set up, burns hyper-efficiently and produces little to no smoke. It produces 2 watts of electricity—perfect for charging cell phones, headlamps, LED lights and most other small devices.
MSRP: $130

 

WEAR THIS TOOL
Wear these tools—there are 29 of them in this wearable bracelet. Each 17-4 stainless-steel link contains a tool, like Allen wrenches, box wrenches, hex drives, a glass breaker, cutting hook, screwdrivers and more. Its adjustable design makes it possible to fit any wrist. Available in black or stainless steel.
MSRP: $150

 

SERIES 3 MULTITASKER
The Multitasker Series 3 is a multi-tool with a twist. The pliers are CNC machined from solid D2, a high-grade tool steel, G10 scales are selected to help ensure a slip-resistant gripping surface. The Series 3 is also equipped to handle virtually all of the field-maintenance tasks for the AR platform rifles and many leading pistols. Other key features include a 3-inch drop point knife blade (D2 steel), various wrenches, eight 0.25-inch hexbits and replaceable wire cutter inserts.
MSRP: $180

 

CHATTOOGA DRY BAG
The Chattooga is a versatile duffel that features rugged carry handles, hard lash points and multiple compression straps. It can be used as a large first-aid kit for a group expedition, a small ditch bag for blue-water sailing or even a blind bag for waterfowl hunting. Available in orange, blue, coyote, black, clear and multicam.
MSRP: $120

 

BCM MK15 WATCH
Bravo Company’s Mk15 features a Swiss-made chronograph movement, brushed black, stainless-steel casing and bracelet, scratch-resistant crystal, real carbon-fiber dial and T25 Tritium illumination. It also comes in a gun-case  type watch box and each is numbered as per the 2,500 limited pieces.
MSRP: $650

 

SURVIVAL WATER FILTER
The Lifestraw is one of the most advanced personal water filters available on the market today. It surpasses EPA guidelines for E Coli, Giardia and Cryptosporidium. Just drop the tip into any questionable water source and out comes crystal clear, safe drinkable water. This amazing lifesaver filters down to an incredible 0.2 microns in size, which means that virtually all bacteria (99.99%) and all protozoa (99.9%) are removed.
MSRP: $20

 

MINUTEMAN ROCKET STOVE
The Minuteman Rocket Stove is a compact, transportable, and efficient rocket-style stove. Made in America from heavy gauge steel, it reaches operating temperatures in excess of 1,300 degrees. It’s highly insulated construction allows for minimal heat loss and focuses the heat where it’s needed. It weighs 14 lbs. and is designed to last many years of regular use. Best of all, the rubber seal means smell and soot won’t enter your vehicle. It travels and stores just like a clean ammo can.
MSRP: $160

 

KLECKER AX SYSTEM
Available in three models, the KLAX (Klecker Ax System) redefines the simple tomahawk with an easier and more secure way to attach the ax head. The KLAX patent-pending clamping system utilizes a pair of nested clamps that pivot out from the ax head to attach to an optional ax handle or a handle made from a branch in the field. It also provides 10-plus, built-in handy tools in one easy-to-carry, stainless-steel package. Heat-treated for rugged outdoor use with the patent-pending Clamping System.
MSRP: $115-$550

 

Editor’s Note: A version of this article first appeared in the Winter 2015 print issue of Tread Magazine.

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