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If you’ve always wanted to build your own log cabin and then appease your more destructive instincts, or maybe are just frustrated at wasting matches, take a look at this video where I start a fire with my favourite method: the Log Cabin.

Disclaimer: As always, be careful and know what you’re doing. Make sure you practice before going into the field.

Trail runners are becoming more popular for backpacking with loads under 50 lbs. I include a tip on how to get better ankle support using an already built in feature in many pairs of shoes.

Take a look at this short video to see what you can do with that extra lace hole at the top of your runners.

Shoes featured: Adidas Kanadia TR 3.

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3 reasons I love ferrocerium rods (and cotton balls)

Take a look at this video to see 3 easy ways to light a fire in an emergency:

So I managed to make a video of me putting together my version of the Penny Alcohol Stove.

I’ve used it Backpacking with my wife and daughter and it worked excellently. We managed to boil water in about the same time as some of the other expensive and heavier stoves.

Check out Mark Jurey’s blog for detailed instructions and efficiency tests.
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