One of the common misconceptions we run into a lot is how the weight standards work with parachute cord (paracord). This leads to questions like "Can 550 paracord hold 550 lbs in a camping...

There's no question that the popularity of learning survival skills, bushcraft, and even off the grid living have really taken off in recent years. Whether it's getting away from the stresses of...

Lake trout have long been a favorite of northern anglers and it only takes one or two experiences to figure out why. There are few freshwater fish that taste delicious, grow to giant sizes in the...

Parachute cord, or paracord as it is more commonly called, is a useful bit of versatile gear that can be used for a wide array of different things. Since paracord is made under strict military...

Everyone dreams of living that quite, off the grid life but it remains a distant dream for most. It's not easy. The simple necessities of modern life which we take for granted, especially in cities,...

There are few people who have worn through, torn, worn out, or utterly destroyed the number of hiking socks that I have. A combination of obsessive walking, keeping a low number of socks, and...