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I. Introduction II. Types of Bivy Bags III. Components of Bivy Bags IV. Benefits of Bivy Bags V. Considerations When Choosing a Bivy Bag VI. Tips ...

  There are a few things to consider when choosing a modern handheld torch or headlamp. Battery type and run time Light output and beam distance...

  Emergency survival kits come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colours. From a bunker with a years supply of food, water and equipment to a credi...

Food for fighters As long as there have been organised military forces, there have been food rations to keep the collective fighting machine firi...

Photo by livewildphotos / CC BY Water purification The water in New Zealand is pretty good. Mountain streams and rivers are a fairly safe bet for...

A decent sleeping bag is an essential piece of kit, both for outdoors and for travel. If you’ve got a really good quality sleeping bag, you can ge...