Most people don’t think about emergency gear until they need it. Pack this kit before your next trip and you’ve covered the basics without carrying a lot of extra weight.
The TrailGuard kit includes a magnesium fire starter that throws sparks even when wet, a liquid-filled compass accurate to within 2 degrees, a stainless signal mirror visible up to 10 miles in direct sun, a 20-foot piece of 550 paracord, a foil emergency bivvy rated to hold 90% of body heat, a whistle rated at 120 decibels, a small folding knife, a wire saw that cuts through wood up to 3 inches, waterproof tinder tabs, and a basic field guide card for fire-building and shelter basics.
Everything fits in a waterproof ABS case about the size of a deck of cards. The case clips onto a pack strap or belt loop.
A kit like this won’t replace real wilderness training. But it gives you the right tools to signal for help, start a fire for warmth, and stay dry in an emergency, which covers most situations that actually happen to people in the backcountry.
Daniel K. (verified owner) –
Does what it’s supposed to. I’ve had it for about a month and used it on two trips so far. Holding up well. Shipping took 5 days, which was fine.
Jessica T. (verified owner) –
Third product I’ve bought from this store. Same consistent quality every time. This one replaced an old one from Amazon that fell apart after two trips.
Mike R. (verified owner) –
Took this on a 4-day trip through Shenandoah and it held up great. Quality is solid, price was fair, and it arrived in 3 days. Would buy from here again.