Robert
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Everybody has their own opinion on what makes a good camping and outdoor knife.
Some think that you need a multi-tool to fix gear. Frankly, I usually have one with me when I'm adventure camping, (specifically, a Leatherman Surge), to help with vehicle and gear repairs, but I don't carry one when camping or backpacking. But otherwise I find they are too bulky and heavy on my belt to carry when hiking and backpacking. I could keep a multi-tool in my pack, but then what good would it do me if I am separated from my pack when I need it? And, in the woods, most of the tools (and therefore, weight) on a multi-tool provide no benefit, unless you are driving a Jeep, quad or other off-road vehicle, (and even then, I'd prefer real hand tools to a multi-tool).
Others believe a good camping/outdoor knife should be a medium fixed-blade knife capable of chopping and batoning wood for shelter and fire in an emergency. Something like a Short Ka-Bar, Ontario RAT-5 or Gerber LMF-II fixed-blade knife. My problem with this is the same as a multi-tool: it is not comfortable to keep on my belt, and so it's effectiveness as a survival tool is lost if I'm separated from my pack.
Most hikers and backpackers go with something that's easily carried in their pocket but can provide some basic necessities beyond a good knife blade. A Swiss Army Knife fills this bill nicely, as does some of the smaller Leatherman multi-tools. Things like a toothpick and tweezers see a lot more use than files and screwdrivers on the trails.
Ultimately you need to decide what your philosophy will be on knife carry. I developed mine through 35 years of backpacking, hiking, camping, off-roading and daily carry. Throughout this process I've collected about 30 different knives and multi-tools. The one I carry every day, to the office and to the woods, is a Victorinox Swiss Army Compact.
Everybody has their own opinion on what makes a good camping and outdoor knife.
Some think that you need a multi-tool to fix gear. Frankly, I usually have one with me when I'm adventure camping, (specifically, a Leatherman Surge), to help with vehicle and gear repairs, but I don't carry one when camping or backpacking. But otherwise I find they are too bulky and heavy on my belt to carry when hiking and backpacking. I could keep a multi-tool in my pack, but then what good would it do me if I am separated from my pack when I need it? And, in the woods, most of the tools (and therefore, weight) on a multi-tool provide no benefit, unless you are driving a Jeep, quad or other off-road vehicle, (and even then, I'd prefer real hand tools to a multi-tool).
Others believe a good camping/outdoor knife should be a medium fixed-blade knife capable of chopping and batoning wood for shelter and fire in an emergency. Something like a Short Ka-Bar, Ontario RAT-5 or Gerber LMF-II fixed-blade knife. My problem with this is the same as a multi-tool: it is not comfortable to keep on my belt, and so it's effectiveness as a survival tool is lost if I'm separated from my pack.
Most hikers and backpackers go with something that's easily carried in their pocket but can provide some basic necessities beyond a good knife blade. A Swiss Army Knife fills this bill nicely, as does some of the smaller Leatherman multi-tools. Things like a toothpick and tweezers see a lot more use than files and screwdrivers on the trails.
Ultimately you need to decide what your philosophy will be on knife carry. I developed mine through 35 years of backpacking, hiking, camping, off-roading and daily carry. Throughout this process I've collected about 30 different knives and multi-tools. The one I carry every day, to the office and to the woods, is a Victorinox Swiss Army Compact.
What to Bring When Camping?
Kenney
What are some basic things/tools one would need for camping?
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As for tools a great deal depends on what style of camping your going to be doing if in an RV then a small tool chest with everything you would need to make repairs "on the road". Same would apply to those heading out to a primitive cabin as well. if your staying in a tent style and car camping you don't need a lot of tools and just a few items will suffice I always bring a ground equalizer (a large tent stake hammer) a hatchet and my leatherman multi tool. If your backpacking reduce that again and just your multi tool will suffice. As for other items the lists are long here is one, adapt it to your needs but never go with out the ten essentials.
http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/articles/family+camping+checklist.html
As for tools a great deal depends on what style of camping your going to be doing if in an RV then a small tool chest with everything you would need to make repairs "on the road". Same would apply to those heading out to a primitive cabin as well. if your staying in a tent style and car camping you don't need a lot of tools and just a few items will suffice I always bring a ground equalizer (a large tent stake hammer) a hatchet and my leatherman multi tool. If your backpacking reduce that again and just your multi tool will suffice. As for other items the lists are long here is one, adapt it to your needs but never go with out the ten essentials.
http://www.rei.com/expertadvice/articles/family+camping+checklist.html
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