Every ounce counts when backpacking, and every inch of your backpackis valuable space. The little things like firestarters are where the ounces can quickly add up. An extra inch o… See more

At the end of a long day of hiking, the last thing you want is to fight with your firestarter to get warm. The easier the firestarter is to use, the better. There are certain way… See more

The three primary types of firestarters — flint and steel, ferrocerium rods, and magnesium bars — can be used in a variety of different scenarios, and each has its place in … See more

Fire is such a basic, fundamental element to human existence, but can be surprisingly hard to make — particularly if the weather is against you. It’s important to practice using any fi… See more