Author: Damian Brindle

  • DIY Paracord Pill Bottle Dispenser

    DIY Paracord Pill Bottle Dispenser

    When I watched this video on making a DIY paracord dispenser I immediately went out to the workshop and tried my hand at it. Unfortunately, I had a bit of trouble transferring the idea to a pill bottle on my first attempt because I tried to put the bolt through the sides of the bottle which…

  • BYB 300 Lumen Collapsible Lantern Review – What a Nice Light!

    BYB 300 Lumen Collapsible Lantern Review – What a Nice Light!

    I was sent this BYB 300 Lumen Collapsible Lantern a while back for review and I can start by saying that, for the price, I was very impressed. In fact, this light *may* end up being my go-to battery-powered camping and emergency light from hereon out. Although I’ve long been a fan of the Rayovac…

  • Lights Outs: A Cyberattack, A Nation Unprepared by Ted Koppel Book Review

    Lights Outs: A Cyberattack, A Nation Unprepared by Ted Koppel Book Review

    I was sent the book Lights Out: A Cyberattack, A Nation Unprepared, Surviving the Aftermath by Ted Koppel to review. Seeing as though it’s a subject I recently researched myself, I jumped at the chance… and I wasn’t disappointed. I can say that I was pleasantly surprised to see a well-respected journalist tackling a “fringe”…

  • Handi-Ramp Non-Slip Stair Treads: Stop Slips And Falls Cold!

    Handi-Ramp Non-Slip Stair Treads: Stop Slips And Falls Cold!

    I was contacted a few weeks ago by the folks at HandiRamp.com to see if I would be interested in reviewing their non-slip stair treads, as such, I need to point out that I received a set of three treads in exchange for an unbiased review. At first, I balked at reviewing these treads because…

  • Double Spring Snare Trap

    I’m not into trapping so I can’t comment about effectiveness but I can say that it never hurts to learn something new, even if you never expect to use it…

  • Overlooked Bug Out Bag Item?

    JJ points out that you should include a Next Generation 4 Bay USB Battery Charger in your bug out bag. Personally, this isn’t something I would have bothered with in a bug out bag but if you’re going to include a SunJack Portable Solar Charger like he does then you may as well toss in…

  • Why You Can’t Let Bulk Foods Sit Uneaten For Years

    Why You Can’t Let Bulk Foods Sit Uneaten For Years

    Today was NOT starting well… must be because it’s a Monday. It started off with a HUGE mess when making almond milk. I put too much liquid in the blender, the lid came off, and it went seemingly everywhere. About fifteen minutes later we had it cleaned up thanks to my ever-forgiving wife. Later, my youngest son and…

  • 38 Item Sardine Can Survival Kit

    Although you can certainly do better putting together your own pocket survival kit (and probably save a few bucks too), the Coghlan’s Survival Kit In A Can is an interesting idea. I can say that there are several items I wouldn’t be interested in (such as the bubble gum, tea bag, and nails). In addition,…

  • How a Bullet Proof Vest Can Protect You in a Car Crash (Guest Post)

    How a Bullet Proof Vest Can Protect You in a Car Crash (Guest Post)

    The following was contributed by the folks at SafeGuardArmor.com… Many do not realize the potential benefits of owning a bullet proof vest; it should be an important part of anyone’s survival equipment. After all, all your preparation will be for naught if an errant bullet from a panicky survivor is all it takes to kill…