Quickling Posted August 24, 2018 Share Posted August 24, 2018 It was nice and sunny today, so I took a photo of some of my favorite outdoor gear. I'm already chopping at the bit for hunting season. Shown here: My EDC G26 Propper Boonie hat (squished by the glock) Grohmann #1 knife Howa Mini action - 6.5 grendel, topped with a vortex 2.5-10 pst 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost RiderXB9R Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 Nice stuff Q. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BamaBud Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 My first A close second: 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valmet Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 That’s a slick-looking rifle. Bet it drives tacks. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glocks4Freedom Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 this... 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXUSMC Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 (edited) Over the years, I've noticed a lot of overlap when it comes to guns, knives, and outdoor equipment. For instance, I enjoy shooting and hiking. If I were going on a 10-15 mile day hike, I'd have the following: Hill People Runner's Kit Bag with HK VP9sk, spare mag, cell phone, and flashlight inside Maxpedition small backpack with as much water as I could fit, trail mix, and small first aid kit Benchmade folder Danner boots USMC boonie hat REI trekking pole I'm pretty particular when it comes to outdoor gear, knives, and guns, and I'm guilty of brand loyalty when I find good stuff. Buy good stuff, take care of it, and it will never fail you. Semper Fidelis Edited August 25, 2018 by TXUSMC Spelling and additional info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jame Posted August 26, 2018 Share Posted August 26, 2018 This hat: https://www.tilley.com/us_en/t3-cotton-duck-hat.html These sunglasses: https://www.amazon.com/Ray-Ban-Unisex-RB2027-Predator-Sunglasses/dp/B001GNBJMS This watch: https://www.amazon.com/Casio-Shock-Quartz-Stainless-Casual/dp/B01BE8KPFQ/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1535241677&sr=8-6&keywords=Casio+G-Shock+Stainless+steel And this knife: https://www.bladehq.com/item--Spyderco-Paramilitary-2-Knife--37151 Add a good pair well fitting lace up boots, and I'm good to go. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXUSMC Posted August 26, 2018 Share Posted August 26, 2018 You can have great gear, but you also need... a plan. Even for a period of short duration. Weather, terrain, landmarks... a plan for what to do if you get lost or injured. Although we're addicted to our cell phones, any real outdoorsman carries and knows how to use a lensatic or orienteering compass... because even though your cell phone has a compass, it may lose power if you're gone longer than planned. Folks hiking on well-marked trails have been known to get lost. Knowledge breeds confidence if things go awry. Great gear cannot overcome panic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
syntaxerrorsix Posted August 26, 2018 Share Posted August 26, 2018 Favorite? My hammock and under quilts by far. Sleeping on the ground is for the critters. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quickling Posted August 26, 2018 Author Share Posted August 26, 2018 I've never tried hammock camping, but I have been curious about trying it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyzz Kydd Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 On 8/25/2018 at 4:49 PM, TXUSMC said: Over the years, I've noticed a lot of overlap when it comes to guns, knives, and outdoor equipment. For instance, I enjoy shooting and hiking. If I were going on a 10-15 mile day hike, I'd have the following: Hill People Runner's Kit Bag with HK VP9sk, spare mag, cell phone, and flashlight inside Maxpedition small backpack with as much water as I could fit, trail mix, and small first aid kit Benchmade folder Danner boots USMC boonie hat REI trekking pole I'm pretty particular when it comes to outdoor gear, knives, and guns, and I'm guilty of brand loyalty when I find good stuff. Buy good stuff, take care of it, and it will never fail you. Semper Fidelis Pretty good advice here Marine! I would use a Camelbak pack that has some features in common with your runners kit, and I prefer my Colt Commander over the HK (don’t get me wrong the HK is a great gun but I prefer .45). I would add a little fire starter kit with a magnesium block and call it good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Historian Posted August 27, 2018 Share Posted August 27, 2018 My custom weatherby 7mm08. It tries to shoot one hole. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXUSMC Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 I concur, Kydd ... when you need a fire in a crisis-type scenario, you generally want it sooner than later. Those fire-starter kits that employ magnesium are good stuff. Another piece of gear I've wrestled with is a water filtration system. Technology has improved over the years, and really good lightweight stuff that purifies water is out there. One of the most important aspects of any route recon I do deals with potable water sources. Been warned off of using cattle stock ponds... too much bad stuff to filter out, if you have other options. If you have time, boiling water makes sense... but then you're carrying a stove, fuel, and something to hold the water. My solution: day hike in areas where you can resupply fresh, purified water. I'm 65... hiking smarter is a necessity ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyzz Kydd Posted August 29, 2018 Share Posted August 29, 2018 20 hours ago, TXUSMC said: I concur, Kydd ... when you need a fire in a crisis-type scenario, you generally want it sooner than later. Those fire-starter kits that employ magnesium are good stuff. Another piece of gear I've wrestled with is a water filtration system. Technology has improved over the years, and really good lightweight stuff that purifies water is out there. One of the most important aspects of any route recon I do deals with potable water sources. Been warned off of using cattle stock ponds... too much bad stuff to filter out, if you have other options. If you have time, boiling water makes sense... but then you're carrying a stove, fuel, and something to hold the water. My solution: day hike in areas where you can resupply fresh, purified water. I'm 65... hiking smarter is a necessity ? At 55 with 3 younger kids I still do some hiking, when I can drag them off their various electronic devices. For water filtration you might consider LifeStraw. I bought 5 (one for each member of the family) and a family LifeStraw. Very small, light and last a long time. Cheap too. I've never had to use them, but it's good to know they're there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheygriz Posted March 1, 2020 Share Posted March 1, 2020 Two of the best items of outdoor gear 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janice6 Posted March 1, 2020 Share Posted March 1, 2020 On 8/25/2018 at 11:21 AM, BamaBud said: My first A close second: You can never tell when you will need that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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