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Bear Grylls' Gear in Iceland (Man vs. Wild S1E11)

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Season 1 Episode 11: Iceland Grylls parachutes into the extreme landscape of Iceland, the site of a vicious blizzard, 50 mph (80km/h) winds, icy glacial waters, boiling hot mud and volcanic springs. He demonstrates how to make a snow cave, find water in volcanic underground tunnels and avoid frostbite. To find food in this subarctic environment, Grylls scavenges a sheep for its eyeballs and mutton fat, and catches a ptarmigan. He demonstrates with his shoelaces the boiling of the eyeballs and mutton in the geysers, to save digestion energy and disinfect scavenged food. Bear's Knife: Gerber Gator Serrated Info: In this Icelandic trek, Bear brings along this rubber-gripped, full stainless steel knife from Gerber that packs in a rugged design with multiple use reliability. Available here at Amazon.com Bear's Jacket: Arc'teryx Theta AR Info: For upper body protection and insulation, Bear wears this indigo jacket from Arc'teryx Theta. It is water-r...

Bear Grylls' Gear in Everglades (Man vs. Wild S1E10)

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Season 1 Episode 10: Everglades Grylls drops into the swamps of Florida's Everglades, where at least 60 tourists need to be rescued each year. He trudges through the swamp and shows how to construct shelter, deal with razor-sharp sawgrass, get out of a muddy sinkhole and avoid alligators and rattlesnakes. He eats frogs and cooks a turtle Seminole-style. Bear's Knife: Buck Zipper Fixed Blade Knife Info: In this Everglade trip, Bear brings along his Buck Knives Zipper made with 420HC Steel. It boasts of excellent strength, edge retention and corrosion resistance. Available here at Amazon.com Bear's Boots: Merrell Chameleon Hex Info:  Bear wears these hiking boots from Merrell. These shoes have been a staple for him as it offers comfortable durability. Available here at Amazon.com Bear's Canteen: 58 Pattern British Issue Canteen with Crusader Cup Info: Being a survivor means knowing what you need, and hydration is one of those basi...

Bears Gear: Bear Grylls Watch

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Bears Gear: Bear Grylls Watch In Season 1, Bear Grylls wears a Breitling "Emergency" watch as his staple timepiece. A very handsome watch and available to anyone who is into watches with helpful features being a chronometer chronograph watch. This can be counted among a traveler's best friends. Available to buy at Amazon.com Info via Amazon: Breitling Mens Watch A73322 - Chronograph Feature - Battery Operated Quartz Chronometre Movement - 3 Year Warranty - Certificate of Authenticity - Brushed with Polished Steel Case & Bracelet - Scratch Resistant Glareproof Sapphire Crystal - Manufacturer Case Includes: Box, Manual, Screwdriver, Distress Transmitter & Batteries - 100 Meters / 330 Feet Water Resistant - 45mm = 1 3/4" Case, 7" Adjustable Bracelet - Deployment Buckle - Bi-Directional Rotating Bezel - Luminescent Hands & Markers - Screw Down Crown - Case Thickness Approximately 19mm Also Known As Model # 829 / A73322 / 237 Amazon As...

Bear Grylls' Gear in Rockies / "Pilot" (Man vs. Wild S1E1)

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Season 1 Episode 1: The Rockies (Pilot) Bear Grylls gets dropped in the middle of the Canadian Rocky Mountains in British Columbia and must find his way back to civilization. On his way out, he must avoid the danger of Grizzly bears. jump 70 feet off into a river, and abseil down a cliff. Bear's Jacket: The NorthFace Summit Series Jacket Info: This is the first or countless survival adventures with Mr. Grylls and he decides to wear this mountain jacket from The NorthFace. The brand is known for top quality hiking and mountaineering gear. Available here at Amazon.com Bear's Hoodie: Basic Grey Hoodie Info: Bear tops his clothes up with extra insulation using a grey hoodie. Available here at Amazon.com Bear's Boots: Merrell Chameleon Hex Info:  Bear wears a pair of hiking shoes made from a slick combination of mesh and synthetic leather, and with a rubber sole which allows full traction as well as comfort for multi-terrain walking. Available...

Bear Grylls' Gear in Deserted Island (Man vs. Wild S1E9)

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Season 1 Episode 9: Deserted Island Grylls is kicked out by helicopter into the water near a deserted island in the Pacific Ocean. He demonstrates long distance swimming, shelter building and coconut harvesting. Grylls builds a bamboo raft to look for ships, and is surrounded by tiger sharks. He fishes off his raft using a fish bone hook, and shows how to signal a ship using the reflection produced by his polished knife. Bear's Knife: Titanium Pro Dive Knife Info: In this episode, Bear makes very well use of his knife. He uses a diver's knife to survive in the deserted island in the Pacific. Available here at Amazon.com Bear's Boots: Merrell Chameleon Hex Info: Bear wears a pair of hiking boots from Merrell to tread the sandy shores of the deserted island. The shoes are made from synthetic leather and mesh for the body and rubber for the soles. Available here at Amazon.com Bear's Watch: Breitling Men's Watch A73322 Info: Bear keeps u...

Bear Grylls' Gear in Alaskan Mountain Range (Man vs. Wild S1E4)

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Season 1 Episode 4: Alaskan Mountain Range Grylls is dropped off into the Chugach Mountains in Alaska, with skis and his usual gear. He demonstrates Glissading as he traverses snow and glaciers, and climbs down a 200  ft (61 m) waterfall. He catches a salmon, which he eats raw, and finds a skiff from an abandoned lodge. The skiff sinks, but he reaches the shore and is spotted by a ship. Bear's Knife: Buck Knives 837X Iceman Info: Bear brings his knife to the snowy Alaskan Mountains as it is a definite vital tool for survival. It is made of 420 HC Steel and the handle is a mix of aluminum and rubber for better grip. Available here at Amazon.com Bear's Jacket: Arc'teryx Theta AR Info: To travel a snowy mountain range is no joke, so Bear wears this jacket for upper body insulation, designed to shed snow and rain and to seal out the cold. Available here at Amazon.com Bear's Boots: Ski Boots Info: In this episode, Bear uses a pair of ...

Bear Grylls' Gear in African Savannah (Man vs. Wild S1E7)

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Season 1 Episode 7: African Savannah Grylls parachutes into Northern Kenya. He comes into close contact with lions, elephants, and rhinoceros, being careful not to get too close. Grylls demonstrates squeezing water from elephant dung and how to find people in Africa. Bear observes the deadly puff adder. In most areas, one follows a river downstream, but in Africa, people are found upstream. Bear's Knife: Gerber Gator Folding Clip Point Serrated Edge Knife Info: Among Bear's most trusty tools for survival is his knife. He brings this serrated knife from Gerber. Available here at Amazon.com Bear's Boots: Merrell Chameleon Hex Info: Bear treads the African terrain in hiking boots from Merrell. These are ultimate hiking shoes made from high-quality synthetic leather. Available here at Amazon.com Bear's Watch: Breitling Men's Watch A73322 Info: Bear is very well dressed in this designer watch from Breitling. Available here at Amazon.com ...