How to Use Your Grill When the Power Goes Out

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Nothing compares to a sizzling steak or a juicy burger grilled to perfection on the barbecue, especially on a warm summer day. But what if the power goes out, and you’re left without electricity to run your grill? You may still enjoy your outdoor cooking even after the lights are turned out. … Read more

When to use your High beam headlights

When to use your High beam headlights

High beam headlights are a feature on many vehicles that allow drivers to see farther down the road than they would with low beams. They are especially useful when driving at night or in areas where there is no street lighting. However, there are a few things to keep in mind before … Read more

Can You Recycle a Solar Panel?

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Over the years, we have created different ways to power machines and gadgets at home and in buildings, and one of the most used ways to get power besides electricity is through solar panels. According to studies, solar panels can last for 25 to 30 years, but once they are at the … Read more

SHTF Gear You Can Barter If Necessary

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Money is considered one of the most important items for people around the world, but when society or the economy collapses due to a global pandemic or an apocalyptic event, there is a very high chance that money will lose its value, as people would now care more about basic necessities than … Read more

Fenix Flashlights – What They Are and Where They Are Made

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There are hundreds of flashlight brands that make all kinds of flashlights and lighting tools, although there are only a few brands or companies that are considered the best when it comes to producing high-quality products with good reviews. One of these brands is Fenix, which has been quite popular in recent … Read more

What to Look for In a Tactical Helmet with Night Vision

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Night vision goggles are very useful for various tasks or purposes. These goggles are not only seen on soldiers but also on fishermen, hikers, miners, and other types of workers that would usually work at night. As the name of the gadget already suggests, the night vision goggles allow the user to … Read more

Can You Use Any Helmet for a Night Vision Helmet?

Night vision goggles on military helmet, closeup detail to blue reflective lenses

You may be a hunting enthusiast for quite a while, but you may also be a first-timer when it comes to night vision devices. For those who like to go out in the woods or somewhere else at night, they often bring night vision devices to help them see better in dark … Read more

Having the Right Urban SHTF Gear Can Save Your Life

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Like many other things, living in a city has pros and cons. But it seems that nowadays that the cons outweigh the pros – the high cost of living, the lack of spaces to live, pollution, contamination, noise, and crime.  Not the mention that living in the city leaves you more at … Read more

Can You Find MRE Meal Flavors in Specific Style?

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Part of readying yourself for emergencies is stocking up on non-perishable and ready-to-eat meals. If you are not familiar with MRE, the acronym stands for Meal, Ready-to-Eat. They are self-contained standard field ration for the United States military. While MREs have always been known as military food, they are also available for … Read more

Civilian Vegan MREs – Is There Such a Thing?

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Now that you have an idea that MREs (Meals, Ready-to-Eat) are not only necessarily used by the US military. MREs are also available for civilian consumption, having found their way into bug out bags and emergency food pantries.  MREs have come a long way. The number of dishes has expanded and the … Read more