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Showing posts with label Buck. Show all posts

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Season 2, Episode 1: Florida Everglades

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 basic needs. Bear keeps his water in this canteen. Available here at Amazon.com

Bears Watch: Breitling Mens Watch A73322

Info: Bear uses this stylish watch from Breitling in this Florida escapade. Available here at Amazon.com.


Bear's Shirts: 

Light Blue Dress Shirt

Info: Bear wears a light blue shirt in this episode. Available here at Amazon.com


White T-shirt

Info: Bear's shirt is a basic white t-shirt. Available here at Amazon.com


Bear's Pants: Gray Cargo Pants

Info: Bear wears a pair of cargo pants as they are lightweight and the multiple pockets allow him to carry his essentials even though he doesn't bring a backpack along this time. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Flint: Light My Fire Original Swedish FireSteel Army 12,000 Strike Fire Starter

Info: Bear brings his trusty FireSteel flint to the Everglades. Available here at Amazon.com

Thursday, July 16, 2009

Season 1, Episode 7: Alaskan Mountain Range

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 skis and ski boots to traverse the mountain. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Backpack: BackCountry Stash

Info: Bear uses this heavy-duty backpack from BackCountry to carry his gear. Available here at Amazon.com


Bear's Skis: Head Skis

Info: Bear uses competition quality Skis from Head. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Gloves: Black Diamond Gore Tex Ski Gloves

Info: To protect his hands from frostbite and friction, Bear wears a pair of ski gloves from Black Diamond. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Watch: Breitling A73322

Info: His watch is an essential part of his overall get-up. Bear wears this designer time piece from Breitling. Available here at Amazon.com


Bear's Shirt: Long-sleeved Shirt

Info: Bear wears a grey long-sleeved shirt on this snow-painted trek. Available here at Amazon.com


Bear's Pants: Basecamp Winterlined Trousers

Info: For extra protection from snow and snowy winds, Bear wears high-insulation trousers from Basecamp. Available here at Amazon.com

Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Season 1, Episode 2: Moab Desert!

Season 1 Episode 2: Moab Desert


Bear Grylls is dropped by a helicopter into the Moab Desert in Utah in almost 45-Degree temperatures, with nothing but a knife, a canteen, and a flint. He battles dehydration by soaking his t-shirt with urine, eats two raven eggs, one raw. Lastly he demonstrates how to escape from quicksand before swimming across the Colorado River. He also explains how to use the flow of rivers as tools to find civilization.

Bear's Knife: Buck 873X Iceman TM, Liner Lock Folding Knife

Info: Bear brings this knife by Buck Knives as one of his few survival tools in the Desert. One of the major uses of this knife is for cutting his shirt in this episode. Available here at Amazon.com


Bear's Jacket: The NorthFace Mountain Light Jacket

Info: In this episode, bear is exposed to the scorching heat of the sun and swims across a river for safety. He uses this jacket for protection from harsh UV rays and variable water temperatures. Available here at Amazon.com



Bear's Boots: Merrell Chameleon Hex

Info: Bear uses these hiking boots from Merrell to protect the soles of his feet from the hot temperature of desert sand. Available here at Amazon.com


Bear's Watch: Breitling A73322

Info: Bear wears this designer watch from Breitling. Fighting for survival never stopped him from being the stylish man that he is. Available here at Amazon.com


Bear's Canteen: 58 Pattern British Army Style Camping Water Bottle & Canteen Cup

Info: Hydration is a vital factor for survival, Bear carries his drinking water in this Canteen. Available here at Amazon.com


Bear's Shirt: White Shirt

Info: This shirt served as an important key factor for survival as Bear uses it to aid in hydration. Available here at Amazon.com


Bear's Pants: Tan Wind Pants

Info: In this episode, the suns rays are unforgiving, Bear's lower body protection gear is a pair of wind pants. Available here at Amazon.com