Safety Reviews
All safety gear reviews.
SOL Emergency Blanket Review
A 2.5 oz upgrade over cheap mylar: SOL's vacuum-metalized polyethylene Emergency Blanket is quieter, tougher, and more reusable than anything from the dollar-store first-aid aisle.
Ocean Signal rescueME PLB1 Review
The Ocean Signal rescueME PLB1 is the world's most compact 406 MHz GPS PLB — a no-subscription SOS beacon that does one job and does it extremely well.
Kahtoola MICROspikes Footwear Traction Review
The Kahtoola MICROspikes are the gold-standard stretch-on traction device for ice and packed snow, balancing aggressive grip, bomber durability, and fast deployment across a wide range of footwear.
SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle Review
A thorough review of the SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle — a 113g ultralight survival shelter for day hikers and backpackers who want real emergency protection without the bulk.
Garmin inReach Mini 2 Review
A deep-dive review of the Garmin inReach Mini 2 satellite communicator — covering SOS performance, battery life, messaging, subscription costs, and who should carry one.