Tutorial: 9 volt battery fire lighting – How to light a fire with a battery and steel wool
Hi guys, As you well know, lighting a fire is a high priority when you are in the wilderness or a survival situation along with water, shelter and food. Depending on what part of the world you are in it’s importance can vary but there is no denying that it is a fundamental part of basic survival and the ability to create it can make […]
Survival Kit Breakdown Part 3
Hey guys, We’re up to part 3 of 4 this week in the Survival Kit Breakdown and we hope you guys are getting a lot out of it. We are getting some great feedback so it’s good to know it’s of use. In this video I’ll take you through some simple and compact trapping & snare gear, basic first aid supplies that have multiple uses […]
Survival Kit Breakdown Part 2
Hi guys, Here is Part 2 of my Survival Kit Breakdown. I’ll continue to dig through my kit and take you through each item, piece by piece. This week I’ll show you my emergency bivvy, ferro rod modification and more. Thanks for your support. The Hike or Die Team
Survival Kit Breakdown Part 1
A survival kit is a very, very personal item. They way it’s put together, it’s contents and the priority items change significantly from person to person. The contents and size of a kit also differ depending on how long and in what terrain you intend to survive. In this video, I’ll take you through my personal survival kit that I carry with me at all […]
Hike or Die TV: Episode 1 – Solo half-day hike – Mt Mee, Australia
Hi guys, After much work between other projects and day to day life we have finally completed what we are calling our first “episode”. So what’s the difference between an episode and anything else we do? Great question. In a nutshell, we are going to use Hike or Die TV episodes as a way to take you guys along on our adventures. As we hike […]
Website Review: Cleverhiker.com – a new age of online backpacking & hiking resources?
If this is the first of Hike or Die blog that you are about to read, we suggest that you take a look at our disclaimer first to get an idea of what we are all about. I was recently given the opportunity to review the content that appears on CleverHiker.com by the site’s founder Dave Collins. He contacted me via email and he […]
Gear Review: Steripen Journey (Water sterilisation unit)
Hi guys, This week we have another gear review prepared. This one is a little different in that it goes into much more detail. Effective water filtration and sterilization are essential when you are out on the trail. Even if you aren’t hiking, taking holidays in other countries or rural areas can put you at risk of consuming poor quality water. The Steripen […]
Gear Review: Black Wolf Travel Pillow
Hi guys, Here is another review for you to get your teeth into. Again, this is another piece of our kit that we use on a regular basis. It’s tiny but it’s important. Any hiker knows that a good day hiking is usually the result of a good night of sleep. Check it out and let us know what you think. As always, thanks for […]
Gear Review: Platypus Big Zip SL 3L Hydration system, insulator & cleaning kit
Hi guys, Today we have a review for you on possibly one of the most important pieces of gear that you carry. Hydration is extremely important no matter what kind of hiking, canoeing or outdoor sport you are getting involved in. I personally did a lot of research before the purchase of this product and i still use it today, two years on. Hope you […]
Gear Review: Sea To Summit Quagmire Canvas Gaiters
Hi guys, So here is our first YouTube gear review on a product that we use regularly and know very well. It’s a must-have in my opinion but check out the review and make up your own mind. We hope you enjoy it and thanks for your support. – The Hike or Die Team