I am moving back to where I used to live. I’ve lived off grid before in the area but always had a partner who had a bunch of gear and also stayed near a house .

My new place is a giant vintage bus converted to a tiny home. on 100acre off grid homestead. Dense woods, PNW. Near coast , no snow (maybe a a little bit in winter rarely. but lots of rain and frost). I’m not the land owner , they have a house and cabin on the property. I have a dog who is about 50 lbs, she’s a cattle dog/lab/pit mix so she’s super alert and protective of me, always on patrol and aware of animals or people even far away or silent.

So my tiny home is in a pretty large clearing in the woods. There is a little trail through the woods about 500 yards to my outhouse. Also will be walking my dog around property at night sometimes .

I want to also get some outside solar lights but can’t get ones that have stakes bc the guard dogs on the property think they are toys lol. Want to get some lights for the trees for my path to the outhouse or something.

There’s a wooden picnic table out front.

I have proper clothing gear. Wondering if you guys have any idea for any essential gear for me. Practical, survival and emergency in mind. Cool things, things to make my little spot nicer. Things that would be useful tools. Things that could save my life in case of emergency. Things I wouldn’t think of.

Also things that I also can bring with me when I hike or camp is a plus.

I’m moving back to where I used to live and will be living in a tiny home on an off grid homestead 100acres. There’s a really nice outhouse like 400 yards away. I also would be walking around the property with my dog at night. Where my tiny home is , it’s a big clearing in dense woods. There’s a little trail through the woods to my outhouse.

I get freaked out at night. I have a headlamp but i want something more, also something in case of emergency. Flashlight or lantern.

Wide flashlight (floodlight i think is the term) I don’t want to just see the path ahead I’d like to also see around me. I’m wondering, would a light like that scare off bears or cougars? (I’ll have bear spray and also will be having my 50 lb dog who is very alert and alert me of animals and people )

Waterproof- it gets rainy and stormy Batteries or chargeable , I would really like a hand crank and backup power something like that in case of emergency

It would be awesome if it had a light on the side so air can set it down and it can be like a lantern

Easy to carry, strap would be great

basically I found one on amazon but it’s 6000 lumens and that seems like a lot

I know this might be excessive I just am a scaredy cat and paranoid at night, when I’m solo camping I don’t like to leave my campsite. blame ptsd lol I know 400 yards ain’t far but still

Hey everyone! I’m working on developing a new product—a portable outdoor table designed for people who love the beach, camping, picnics, and parks. It's lightweight, durable, and meant to make outdoor dining and relaxation more convenient. Before I go live with a crowdfunding campaign, I’d really appreciate some feedback from outdoor enthusiasts like yourselves.

I’d love to get your feedback on what features you look for in portable outdoor gear and how I can improve the product. I’m currently running a pre-launch campaign to gauge interest and get early signups – would appreciate any support!

Here’s the link to the campaign https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/high-tide-table/coming_soon/x/38111627

Thanks so much for any thoughts or suggestions!

Xero has a selection of shoes and boots still on sale!

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I like my Tanza and also Holliway but it seems they have changed now. I ordered some Hudsons, they were too narrow. Which models are the same wide fit now?

My son loves traveling and anything outdoors-has a kayak, camping gear. When I asked him what he would like for Christmas he said "think functional outdoors" any suggestions? He is not into hunting or fishing, and i don't want to go the gift card route.

I'm assuming there might be questions, but what I'm looking for is the best hiking boot for multi day back country hikes. Cost is not an issue. Literally, if they cost $5000 I want to hear about them.

Specifically, I'm looking for a boot that is long lasting and durable for variable environments, think East Coast/AT types of environments. I normally buy $200-$350 price point boots with Vibram soles, but they get destroyed fairly easily. I would like something that actually lasts me a few years.

Thoughts? Is this something that just doesn't exist anymore? (Disposable this, disposable that)

Hello, I have a condor 3 day assault backpack but looking for a larger pack now that winter is coming. The condor is great for spring/summer/early fall trips, but not big enough for late fall and winter trips because of the winter gear. I was looking at the Karrimor SF Predator 80 or the Mystery Ranch Marshall. It's good gear but the prices are way out of my price ranger. Then I saw a Mardingtop 75L and the price is not so bad. I have done some research on youtube on the Mardingtop 75L. It seems to be a good pack. But I have never heard for this brand before. Does anyone have any experience with the Mardingtop? Or is there another brand / bag out there that I should look at? Thx for your help!

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We have a concrete company and we are often working in areas with no service. We need to be able to talk to concrete dispatchers and office staff. Messaging only is not an option.

Most cost effective options? I am guessing we would use 20-50 minutes per month.

Subscriptions okay

Which one is better and more comfortable in the long run? I would love to have something that lasts and multipurpose. I am interested in Hydratek because it does have padding near the toe areas and it looks comfortable. And it's going to dry fast so it's also good for sweaty feet i assume? Please share your views, advice and experience, thanks!

Just bought these older Kayland Hyper Traction mountaineering boots on ebay. They were obviously stored in a basement, shed, or garage, as they arrived with a few cobwebs inside, and have a musty, mildewish smell (same smell as any garment you'd find in a shed). Anyone know a good way to remove that? I know people will fill socks with baking soda and put them in the shoes for a while, but that didn't really seem to do much for me in the past, and has seemed to work better for foot stink, rather than mildew smells. Any help is appreciated!

Hi guys, Im a design student in a a high school class who loves the outdoors especially backpacking and fishing.  and was wondering if you would be willing to take this short survey for a hw assignment. Thanks, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdn2RnabfKIuazS_0_GEAGp6naAQjpv1-TSFH2Wn51giasvwQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

I'm looking for your insight of where to put trash that you've collected when you're out recreating. For example, if you're hiking on a trail and find trash, where do you put it between picking it up and disposing of it?

I'm hoping to hear the positives and negatives of each solution so that I can narrow down a solution for my needs.

I’m a college student and have a pretty limited budget but I’ve wanted to go on a solo camping trip this coming weekend. It’s getting cold (below freezing at night in NH) so I know I’ll need to have some specific gear and insight on how to go about it. I know some of the gear is expensive so I’d love to know if there’s affordable options that will ensure I’m safe and warm when I’m out there. Any other advice is appreciated.

Looking to get a roof cargo box for our Forester, hoping for some guidance as to the biggest size we can have for our vehicle.

Hello everyone,

I'm currently looking into outdoor gear and would like to develop something that could be useful. So I would like to ask everyone, can you think of any situations where you have had complications or anything that would have made your trip easier or more enjoyable?

Thank you in advance for your suggestions and thoughts.

I'm interested in both of these, but there's a good £100 price difference.

Has anyone used both and can compare them?

I know the fireball is technically active insulation so it's maybe better for hiking as a midlayer, but the lower price of the icarus is very tempting...

Thanks in advance!

Guys - need a used walkie talkie (hoping to get one under $75 on ebay) with frequencies that are both under 0.5 watts for countries that don't legally allow over that without a permit) and also higher frequencies where no permit is required. Any suggestions from reputable brands like Motorola. Thanks!

Hey everyone, I’m looking for some advice. I’ve been using the Columbia Pouring Adventure™ II jacket for the past two years, but honestly, it never performed as well as I hoped in terms of waterproofing, and now it’s barely holding up.

I'm torn between two options for an upgrade: the Helly Hansen Men's Loke Shell Jacket and the Marmot Minimalist Pro Goretex Jacket. There would also be a third option: the Helly Hansen Terra MIcro but it has the same technology of the Loke Shell so i guess it has the same level of waterproof.

I do a mix of hiking and outdoor activities and use in cities as well, so I need something that will hold up in rain, wind, and rough conditions.

Anyone here with experience using either of these jackets? How do they hold up in heavy rain and overall durability? Any advice or recommendations would be much appreciated! I like more the HH and is also half the price than the Marmot but i it would perform as badly as my current Columbia, then doesn't make much sense.

Thank you in advance all.

I’m looking to buy a cheap and saw that Regatta currently have one of their many sales on and saw a nice enough coat for £35. My question though is this… does anyone actually know what the waterproof rating of their ‘Hydrafort’ tech is? I can’t find anything online and it’s clearly different from their ‘Hydrafort 5000’ as they are both list on their Fabric Technologies page. Since they don’t make a song and dance about it’s HH and given how cheap the coat is, I will assume that it probably meet the bare minimum of 1000HH, but I was just wondering if anyone actually knew. Thanks in advance!

I’ve been spending more time outdoors lately and realized I need to update my wardrobe with something more practical for sunny days. I’m looking for recommendations on sun shirts or hoodies that provide good protection from UV rays, but I also want something comfortable enough to wear for hours.

I want something that won’t stretch out or lose shape over time and is durable. I’ve heard that some brands don’t last as long as they used to, so I’d love to hear from anyone who’s found a great sun shirt or hoodie that has stood the test of time. I’ve also come across a few recommendations like Manggear and REI. I haven’t tried them personally, but I’ve heard their sun shirts and hoodies are pretty good.

Ideally, it’s also good for outdoor activities like hiking or fishing. Thanks in advance for your suggestions!