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[Ultimate Resource]: Survival & Prepping

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On this page, you'll find reviews of gas masks, water filtration systems, survival foods, EDC knives, and anything else you'll need in order to fend for yourself and your family in desperate situations.

Start Here - Essential Survival Gear Reviews

SHTF Gear: Essential & Best Gear For When The World (Almost) Ends

Everyone needs a SHTF stockpile. Be it a go-bag in the closet or a shipping container in the woods. We cover everything from handguns and rifles to food, water, knives, first aid kits, and more.

Dog Bug Out Bag Guide [2023]: Complete Checklist & Best Bags

Don't leave your pup unprepared in a disaster. We go over why you need a dog bug out bag, the best backpacks, and a list of the essentials to include.

Best Water Storage Containers for Emergencies [Tested]

Looking to store water for an emergency? We hands-on review the most popular water containers, purification methods, and effective water filters out there.

12 Best Gas Masks, Face Masks, Respirators, & Filters of 2023 [Hands-On]

Not sure what protection you need? We hands-on test the most popular (and still available) gas masks, face masks, respirators, and filters.

5 Best Reusable Cloth Face Masks [Tested]

We hands-on tested the most popular reusable cloth face masks for comfort, seal, water penetration, and more. Find out which ones passed our tests.

7 Best Survival Food Kits & Brands [Taste Test]

Want the tastiest survival and camping food? We taste test 7 of the most popular MREs, emergency bars, and prepping buckets. YUM.

Best Bunkers That Money Can Buy

Have an urge to ride out the next worldwide apocalyptic event in style? We've found some of the best bunkers that money can buy...and some normal ones!

10 Quarantine Essentials That Aren't Toilet Paper

Shelter in place? Here's some quarantine essentials to get you through surviving on your own or with loved ones with your sanity intact. No TP required.

Best Body Armor of 2023 [Tested]: Hard Plates & Soft Armor

Want the best body armor for your purpose and budget? We've hands-on tested the most popular options out there and cut through the misinformation.

Best 2-Way Radios [Hands-On]: FRS, GMRS, & MURS

Get comms even when your phone says "No Service" with 2-way radios. We cover the various types of two-way radios and the best models. All in-hand tested.

5 Best Tactical Pens [Hands-On Tested]

Everything is tactical now. We go over a couple reasons why you should have a tactical pen and then our favorite models that we actually EDC.

6 Best Multitools [Hands-on Tested + Video]

There's so many multitools out there. We hands-on tested the 6 of the most popular ones with plenty of pictures and videos of how they work.

Best Tourniquets & Tourniquet Holders of 2023

Looking to build a comprehensive med kit? You'll need some tourniquets. We go over myths, how to use them, tourniquet holders, and our best picks.

Best Portable Water Filters for Survival & Hiking

Water is too important. These top rated filters will help you be able to drink from less than desirable sources during hikes or survival situations.

4 Weird Tactical Things from Amazon (That Aren't All Terrible)

Handgun bayonet, 12 gauge Pez dispenser, 1911 rails, and clipazines? We dive deep into the weird world of tactical things on Amazon.

Tactical Things from Amazon (That Aren't Terrible), Pt. 2

It's back. We scoured Amazon for the weirdest gun gear and then tested it...from optics that let you see around corners to the world's smallest light.

7 Best AR-15 Pistol Grip Tools

Maximize all your AR storage space with a pistol grip tool. We cover the most popular options from survival to front sight adjustment and cleaning.

Knives Review

6 Best Neck Knives [Hands-On]: Not Just For Mall Ninjas

Neck Knives have their place as an EDC knife. Follow us as we go through the pros/cons as well as our go-to best neck knife picks.

10 Best Tactical Knives of 2023: Combat Proven

We've tested them all from budget folder to military preferred. Find out the best tactical knives that are battle proven and in our kit.

10 Best EDC Knives Under $50 & $100 [Hands-On Tested]

We bought a bunch of the most popular EDC knives to carry, test, and torture. Find out which ones make the cut at our different pricepoints.

7 Best Survival Knives of 2023 for all Budgets

Not sure what fixed blade-survival knife to get? We cover everything from steel to serration, tang, and more. Plus, hands-on review of some of the most popular.

Best Gerber Knife: Hands-On with 4 of Our Favorites

We love Gerber knives. Here's 4 of our favorites across their huge catalog that we think are some of their best. Hands-on tested with tons of pictures.

6 Best KA-BAR Knives [Hands-On]

Ka-Bar knives are the gold standard for fighting knives, but how are their other models? We hands-on review 6 of their most popular to see if they're worth it.

Survival Guns Review

[Review] Henry AR-7: Takedown Survival Rifle

A takedown survival gun that weighs 3.5 lbs and fits in its own buttstock? We hands-on review the Henry AR-7 for assembly, accuracy, reliability, and more.

[Review] Kel-Tec RDB-S: Little Bullpup That Could

Survival rifle, plinker, or tactical door-kicker? Choose your purpose with Kel-Tec's bullpup RDB-S. We hands-on review it to see if it has the right stuff.

8 Best Survival Rifles of 2023

Need to survive the wilderness and get back to civilization in one piece? We cover our definition of a survival rifle and our 5 best picks.

Best .22 LR Rifles of 2023: Bigger Isn't Always Better

The humble .22 LR is one of the most popular and versatile rounds out there. Here's our list of the best .22 LR rimfire rifles right now!

5 Best Derringers: Our Favorite Tiny Bois

A small gun that fires a big bullet? We choose our top favorite Derringers that are a blast to shoot at the range and even conceal as a backup gun.

8 Best Ruger 10/22 Models of 2023 [Plinking, Hunting, Competition]

A Ruger 10/22 is a great rifle for all levels of shooters, but there are so many models. We cover the history of the 10/22 and our favorites!

7 Best Folding Truck Guns of 2023

Looking for a little extra firepower in your vehicle if a situation needs it? We cover several of the best trunk guns out there across calibers and budgets.

9 Best .22LR Pistols of 2023 [Hands-On Tested]

Looking for the best .22LR handgun that won't break the bank? We give you some of our favorites based on price, accuracy, trigger, and more.

.380 vs. 9mm: Which is Better?

Think the .380 ACP is just an inferior version of the 9mm? We take a look at the pros and cons of each caliber and choose the best for self-defense.

Med Kits Review

[Hands-On Review] Surviveware First-Aid Kits

Looking for a great pre-packed first aid kit? We hands-on review the Mini, Small, and Large Surviveware kits to see which purpose each one can do for you.

Med Kits: The Most Important Thing to Have at the Range

When packing your range bag, there's one thing you need to always make sure you have. It could save your life, or the life of another.

Best IFAKs: Pouches, Complete Kits, and Contents List

What's the best IFAK? Should you build or buy? We cover our favorite pouches, the best gear to include, and the most complete kits available.

7 Best EDC First Aid & Medical Kits of 2023: List & Carriers

Everyone has some sort of EDC (every day carry) loadout. But if you're looking to include a medical kit we go through all the essentials list plus carriers.

Best Tourniquets & Tourniquet Holders of 2023

Looking to build a comprehensive med kit? You'll need some tourniquets. We go over myths, how to use them, tourniquet holders, and our best picks.

Flashlights Review

5 Best Tactical Flashlights Under $100 [2023]

We bought all the most popular tactical flashlights to test, torture, and photograph their beam patterns. Find out our favorites and what we now carry.

5 Best Everyday Carry (EDC) Flashlights [Hands-On]

We bought all the most popular EDC flashlights to test, torture, and photograph their beam patterns. Find out our favorites and what we now carry everyday.

PepperBall LifeLite [Review]: Pics+Videos

Want a non-lethal option that gives you distance and multi-strike capability? We review PepperBall's LifeLite with tons of pics and videos of it in action.

More Prepping Posts

Best Water Storage Containers for Emergencies [Tested]

Looking to store water for an emergency? We hands-on review the most popular water containers, purification methods, and effective water filters out there.

Bug Out Bag List for 2023: Best Gear to Survive

Want to know everything about bug out bags? We go over scenarios, different types, and then a deep dive into the list of essentials.

How To Survive a Wildfire: Fire Prep & Planning

It's wildfire season in parts of the U.S., so we've got some tips to keep you safe if you find yourself in the middle of a dangerous wildfire.

Best Tourniquets & Tourniquet Holders of 2023

Looking to build a comprehensive med kit? You'll need some tourniquets. We go over myths, how to use them, tourniquet holders, and our best picks.

Best Body Armor of 2023 [Tested]: Hard Plates & Soft Armor

Want the best body armor for your purpose and budget? We've hands-on tested the most popular options out there and cut through the misinformation.

[How-To] Prep on a Budget: Save Money While Prepping

It's a good idea to be prepared...but what happens if your budget can't support a splurge? No worries! We have tips on how to prep on a budget.

12 Best Gas Masks, Face Masks, Respirators, & Filters of 2023 [Hands-On]

Not sure what protection you need? We hands-on test the most popular (and still available) gas masks, face masks, respirators, and filters.

7 Best Hiking Handguns & Holsters of 2023

We take a look at what makes a gun and holster good for hiking then give you some recommendations on the best ones to take on the trail.

How To Store Gas at Home [& How Long It Lasts]

You never know when disaster might strike and you need gasoline. We walk you through how to store gas safely and properly and tell you how long it lasts.

Best MRE Brands & Kits in 2023 [Taste Tested]

We taste test 10 MRE brands to find out who has the yummiest, healthiest, and most convenient options for prepping, survival, and camping.

Best First Aid Classes: Beginner & Intermediate [2023]

First aid knowledge is a valuable asset. So, to get you prepped, we put together a list of the best first aid classes for every skill level.

11 Most Common Disaster Injuries [And How To Survive]

We run you through the most common injuries you'll see post-disaster, then tell how you to deal with them to increase your chances of survival.

MyMedic MyFAK Review: Mini, Pro, & Large

We take a look at three MyMedic MyFAK first aid kits -- the Mini Pro, MyFAK Pro, and Large Pro -- to see if these kits are worth adding to your EDC, car, or home.

SHTF Gear: Essential & Best Gear For When The World (Almost) Ends

Everyone needs a SHTF stockpile. Be it a go-bag in the closet or a shipping container in the woods. We cover everything from handguns and rifles to food, water, knives, first aid kits, and more.

5 Essential Bushcraft Skills You Should Know

We walk you through 5 bushcraft skills you should know if you're heading into the woods -- from starting fires to building shelters!

Best Portable Water Filters for Survival & Hiking

Water is too important. These top rated filters will help you be able to drink from less than desirable sources during hikes or survival situations.

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