Stormdrane's Blog This is one of those projects that's been on the 'to do' list for a long time. Just a simple three point attachment version of suspenders, non-adjustable and made to fit me. I used shock cord for the core, Flat Gate Clips from County Comm for the attachments to clip to my pant's belt loops, and then knotting over the shock cord with paracord, tying the Solomon bar/Portuguese sinnet/cobra stitch. I started with about 10 feet of shock cord, looping the center of that length onto one flat gate clip, measuring about a foot down with both cord ends to tie a cross knot, splitting up the two cords and measuring about three feet down each, tying a scaffold knot to each of two more flat gate clips. I had about a 60 ft length of black paracord that I cut in half, then used each to tie Solomon bars around each of the two single lengths of shock cord to where they meet at the Chinese crown knot. The initial fit is good, but I'll have to see how they do over time.
Slatts Rescue Belt (paracord belt upgrade) For those of you who are regular visitors to this site, you know how often I stress making 550 Paracord an essential item in your bug-out-bag, survival kit, car and so on — the more the better. Given the strength of paracord (550 lbs of tensile strength) and its many applications (tiedowns, lashings, shelter building, friction fire making, fishing line and nets, splints, repairing equipment, tooth floss and many more) it’s one of those things you should never leave home without. In my article on How to Put Together a Survival Kit I talk about my three-tiered survival kit system, with the first tier being what you always have on your person. Part of my first tier is the paracord bracelet that I wear. While it was good that I had some amount of cordage on me at all times (around 12 feet) that small amount of cordage has only minimal applications. My Journey to Find the Ultimate Paracord Belt Originally I had posted an article about the first paracord belt that I made.
How to use a Compass - Compass and Map interaction Kjetil Kjernsmo's illustrated guide on Using the compass in interaction with a map This is the important lesson, and you should learn it well. It's when you use both compass and map the compass is really good, and you will be able to navigate safely and accurately in terrain you've never been before without following trails. I am not covering map reading here, guess you would have to consult other sources for that, but the lesson will be useful if you have a sense of what a map says. First, a quick summary of what you will learn in this lesson: Align the edge of the compass with the starting and finishing point. Here is our compass again: The principles are much the same as in lesson 1 but this time, you are using the map to tell you which way is correct instead of your intuition. Take a map. You want to go from the trail-crossing at A, to the rock at B. Time to be careful again! Keep the compass steady on the map. There are a number of serious mistakes that can be made here.
Paracord Bullwhip Hello everybody! I've been enjoying this site for long and have finally found enough time to write a first Instructable by myself. I'll will share with you how to make a real paracord bullwhip. It should not be that hard for those of you who know their way through ropes, knots and braiding. I wouldn't recommend this as a beginner project though. It involves careful and regular braiding of up to 12 strands a bit over 12 feet long, which can be a bit messy or frustrating if you're not familiar with manipulating such lengths of cord. We will be making a 2.50m ( ~8.2ft) whip, from handle tip to fall, not including the cracker. Take your time with this one, you'll get what you give. The result was well worth it, this thing cracks loudly and easily as expected and it ended up being a very rewarding project. Now, let's get to the fun stuff :) Update: Here's a short vid showing that it's indeed the real deal.
Katadyn Pocket Water Microfilter Review In my opinion, a water filter is one of the most important pieces of gear you can carry. Without water, your chances of surviving for any length of time are pretty minimal. Not having enough clean drinkable water prevents your body from carry out its normal functions, and can lead to death in as little as three days (possibly much sooner in harsh desert environments). Whether you’re a hiker, a prepper or just someone who enjoys wilderness activities, having a way to obtain clean drinkable water is essential to your survival. While there are a number of water filters on the market, there is only one that I trust enough to put in my bugout bags, and carry as my main form of filtration when hiking. Over the years I have encountered a number of different types of water filters. Why I prefer the Katadyn Pocket Microfilter The Katadyn Pocket Microfilter is no skimpy water filter, the thing is tough and can take a beating. In a survival situation, water is your number one priority.
How To Be A World-Class Survivalist in 5 Simple Steps Joy Paley Activist Post With the recent econopocalypse, it’s no wonder that people are becoming more interested in what it would take to survive after our current society has undergone a major shift. After all, if something we thought was intrinsically stable—our financial sector, and the guarantee of ever increasing wealth—is actually pretty flimsy, well, a lot of other things can be brought into question too. without the modern conveniences of society is a way to prepare yourself for these unpredictable shifts. 1. 2. 3. • Stock up a pantry of canned goods—think beans, tuna, veggies, fruit, and soups • Get bulk basics like oil, sugar, salt, peanut butter, rice, lentils, and any other grains you prefer • Pick up a rechargeable LED flashlight for every member of your family • Get several 5 gallon jugs of water • Create a comprehensive first aid kid • If you don’t have one, purchase a firearm and stock up on ammunition 4. 5.
How to Disappear so that No One can find YOU! There are many reasons you might want to disappear, some honorable some not so honorable. Maybe you have a stalker or you would like more privacy, maybe you are avoiding domestic violence or identity theft... whatever the reason is here are a few tips that will help you do just that. The very first thing you should do if you would like to make your earthly presence a little less conspicuous is to stop getting your mail at the place you live. A post office box really wont do either because you need two forms of identification linking you to the place you live. However, you can get a post office box with an old address if you have recently moved and still have a utility bill and one other item with your old address on it. Or if you are going to move get the PO box first, then move. Another alternative is to rent a mail box using an old address. If you have a friend that will let you use their mailbox and you don't get a lot of mail you could ask them and have your mail sent there.
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