Gaining an edge
A knife is an indispensable tool when going into the bush. If you’re
looking for a knife for under $100 that comes complete with a few
extra features for survival, The Buck Selkirk is a good place to
start. This multifunctional knife has a 11.9-cm long, drop
point blade with 420HC steel. The handle is Micarta
and removable so the knife can be utilized as a
spearhead, with a hammering point on the
butt. The heavy-duty nylon sheath can
be attached in a variety of ways to
belts and packs to suit any
user.
Carrying the load
Osprey Packs has set a high bar with their new Anti-Gravity Technology incorporated into their Aether and Ariel series. Hikers and backcountry lovers will love the extensive features on this series, which includes a custom-fit hip belt, a continuous, suspended panel of lightweight mesh extending from the upper torso through the lumbar area of the pack and wraps the user in supreme comfort and convertible 20-litre top lid day pack. These key attributes allow the Aether and Ariel to be a capable and comfortable pack for long-haul trips or multi-day excursions.
“This pack gives the user a lot of versatility and I think it will be popular,” McDonald said.
The knife also comes with a fire starter and safety whistle.
“You can do everything with this knife,” Xilon said.