Emergency & Survival

Ultralight, loud, and eco-conscious, the Liteway Whistle is a must-have safety accessory for outdoor enthusiasts. Liteway says:  A simplified version of our accessory the TRINKET WHISTLE - a small but powerful “Whistle”. It has a low…

The Life Systems Echo Whistle is ideal for any outdoor adventurer. It's small, lightweight and allows you to signal for help in emergency situations. Life Systems says:  With a compact and ergonomic design, the Echo Whistle created a high pitch.…

A tiny but powerful tool, the Liteway Trinket Whistle is a lightweight, loud whistle and a handy tick remover. Liteway says:  Compact, stylish, with lots of colour variations. Absolutely ultralight on your backpack, allows you to give a quick so…

Vargo's Titanium Whistle is a perfect part of anyone's kit who apreciates quality engineering. This whistle is built to last and provides a simple but life-saving function whilst still being a cut above other traditional whistles. Vargo says Vargo...

Light, loud and dependable. A simple safety essential that performs when needed. Adventure Medical Kits says:  Sound the alarm for rescuers to come and find you while lost or stranded with the Slim Rescue Howler Whistle. The signaling whistle ha…

Life Systems Tick Card Remover fits in your wallet and provides two removal tools and a three times magnifier so you can see the little mite before you encourage it off your body. LifeSystem says:  Ticks are relatively common to come across,...

These whistles are minute but they are pretty loud, akin to one of those whistles incorporated into a rucksack buckle. If you don't have one now - get one, and give the other two away. OMM says:  ESSENTIAL SAFETY KIT ON THE HILL. An essential p…

Loud, lightweight and built to last. A reliable emergency whistle that performs well in all conditions. Adventure Medical Kits says:  Be heard no matter where you are with the Rescue Floating Whistle. The high-decibel, dual-tones create high and…

The Trekmates Screamer Whistle is a very loud whistle, which is what you need as an emergency item. It comes with a cord to wear around your neck and packaged in a reusable water resistant touch screen pouch.   Trekmates says:  Our Screamer…

Incredibly loud and metal emergency whistle, this is a brilliant bit of emergency kit. LifeSystems says:  A whistle is recommended as an essential item for people in the outdoors. The Mountain Whistle is a tough, lightweight aluminium alloy whis…

The Life Systems Safety Whistle is a loud whistle for attracting attention outdoors. It has a handy neck lanyard and attachment clip for attaching to your gear or your self. Life Systems says:  A whistle is recommended as an essential item for..…

Incredibly loud and bright orange, this is a brilliant bit of emergency kit. LifeSystems says:  One of the loudest whistles available, the Hurricane performs in all weather conditions even when it gets extremely wet. When blown the chamber desig…

For lighting stoves instead of carrying matches we think the Mini Firesteel is a winner - at 14g it is as light as a box of matches or lighter anyway and unlike them, will produce a spark in any weather. Gram-counter Gear says Generates hot sparks f…

Compact, near unbreakable and designed to float, this is a signalling tool that earns its place in any emergency kit. Adventure Medical Kits says:  An essential in any emergency kit, the lightweight and shatterproof Rescue Flash® Floating Mi…

Primus' Power Lighter Filling Adaptor is used to refill the Primus Power Lighter III from a gas canister. Primus says The filling adapter can be used to fill Primus Lighter and other refillable lighters from screw-in gas cartridges. Our Verdict If y…

Reliable ignition in harsh conditions. A compact fire-starting kit built for consistency when the weather turns. Adventure Medical Kits says:  Be prepared for any condition with the SOL All-Weather Matches, designed to ignite in wind, rain, or s…

Stormproof matches are essential for the outdoors. They light quickly and perform in all weather conditions. They burn for up to 20 seconds, which gives you a bit longer to get your tinder to light. Life Systems says:  These stormproof matches a…

The Life Systems Thermal Blanket is a lightweight, strong and compact blanket that helps retain over 80% of radiated body heat. Ideal for keeping with you in case of accidents, traumas or for when the weather suddenly turns cold. Life Systems says:&n…

Keeps you dry in an emergency, and helps you retain warmth. Completely waterproof so it also has 1001 uses. AMK says: The most advanced emergency blanket on the market - meticulously designed to never fail when you're counting on it with your life. I…

The Lifesystems thermal blanket is a well-designed emergency survival product. It reflects 90% of radiated body heat, preventing hypothermia. Lifesystems says:  A reusable and lightweight thermal blanket for one or two people that reflects and.…

A reliable, hard-wearing option for real-world emergencies and mountain kits alike. Adventure Medical Kits says:  The All-Weather Matches are packed in a high-visibility orange, waterproof case with three striker areas. Each match is longer and.…

The Rab Ark Emergency Bivi is a superlight bivi bag for emergency situations. The bag reflects body heat enabling the user to retain core temperature. An essential pack item for climbers, mountaineers and walkers. Rab says The ARK Emergency Bivi is …

Compact emergency cover with useful signalling features Adventure Medical Kits says:  The Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle will keep you warm and dry in an emergency. Weighing less than 4 oz. and smaller than a soda can, bivvy reflects 90% of…

Adventure Medical Kit's SOL Escape Lite bivy is an emergency bivy that is breathable - it can be used as a sleeping bag liner to uprate your bag when not required in an emergency situation. AMK says: You want to go 'Light and Fast' but you need a...

The Rab Ark Emergency 2 Person Bivi is a superlight bivi bag for emergency situations. The bag reflects body heat enabling the user to retain core temperature. Large enough to shelter two people it is an essential pack item for climbers, mountaineers…

In times of emergency, the Life Systems Ultralight Survival Shelter provides an ideal refuge. Constructed from 20D siliconized nylon, the shelter offers excellent windproof, waterproof, and durability qualities, ensuring reliable protection against t…

The Life Systems Thermal Bag provides you with total body coverage and will retain over 90% of radiated body heat. Ideal for any outdoor survivalist. Life Systems says:  The Thermal Bag provides total body coverage for maximum personal protectio…

The Superlite Bothy is a lightweight version of Terra Nova's Bothy Bags. Using silicone coated fabric, they offer a lower weight and smaller pack size. Terra Nova says: The Superlite range has been extended to include versions of our ever-popular b…

The life Systems Survival Bag is a strong and lightweight bag which is designed to reduce the loss of vital heat and therefore the risk of hypothermia in emergency situations. Life Systems says:  This bright orange survival bag, made from heavy-…

RAB's Superlite Shelter 2 Bothy is made from tough waterproof Cordura nylon and will protect two people from some pretty nasty weather. Rab says The Superlite Shelter 2 Sil Bothy is an ultralight emergency shelter perfect for fast and light...

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Lifesystems says:  Survival shelters are an essential piece of kit for any outdoor adventure, providing vital protection in harsh conditions. Initially developed for mountain rescu…

In times of emergency, the Life Systems Ultralight Survival Shelter provides an ideal refuge. Constructed from 20D siliconized nylon, the shelter offers excellent windproof, waterproof, and durability qualities, ensuring reliable protection against t…

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Lifesystems says:  The Tinder Paracord is a tough, multi-use survival cord designed for outdoor and emergency use. With a minimum breaking strength of 550lbs (250kg), it offers...

The Group Shelter 2 is designed as an emergency shelter for 1-2 people, to be used when the storm hits or for planned stops in bad weather. Rab says: Made using a light-weight and windproof polyester fabric, support is provided by the users within...

RAB's Superlite Shelter 4 Sil Bothy uses lightweight waterproof fabric to produce an amazing emergency or lunchtime shelter when the weather closes in. Rab says The Superlite Shelter 4 Sil Bothy is an ultralight emergency shelter perfect for fast an…

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Lifesystems says:  An essential item of safety equipment for any outdoor activity, survival shelters are now increasingly used by mountain rescue teams, outdoor centres, hiking clu…

A lightweight survival shelter for use as emergency protection from the elements. Survival shelters are an essential item of safety equipment for any outdoor activity. Life Systems says:  An essential item of safety for any outdoor activity,...

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Lifesystems says:  Survival shelters are an essential piece of kit for any outdoor adventure, providing vital protection in harsh conditions. Initially developed for mountain resc…

The Group Shelter 4-6 is designed as an emergency shelter for 4-6 people, to be used when the storm hits or for planned stops in bad weather. Rab says Made using a light-weight and windproof polyester fabric, support is provided by the users within…

MSR's Munro Bothy uses lightweight waterproof fabric to produce an amazing emergency or lunchtime shelter when the weather closes in. MSR says Emergency stormproof shelter for up to 4. Our Verdict MSR's Munro Bothy 4 uses lightweight 30 denier fabr…

The Group Shelter 8-10 is designed as an emergency shelter for 8-10 people, to be used when the storm hits or for planned stops in bad weather. Rab says The Group Shelter 8-10 is designed as an emergency shelter for 8-10 people, to be used when the…