Showing posts with label Columbia. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Columbia. Show all posts

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Season 2, Episode 2: Iceland

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-repellent, cold-sealing - perfect for the unpredictable Iceland climate. Available here at Amazon.com


Bear's Boots: Merrell Norsehund Alpha Snowboot

Info: Bear uses these heavy-duty waterproof snow boots from Merrell to traverse the rocky, snow-laden terrain. These boots allow for traction, mobility and protection from the cold. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Watch: Breitling Men's Watch A73322

Info: Bear wears his staple time piece, this handsome and luxurious watch from Breitling. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Fleece: Blue Polar Fleece

Info: For extra warmth and upper body protection from frostbite, bear wears polar fleece. Available here at Amazon.com


Bear's Shirt: Gray T-shirt

Info: Bear wears a basic gray t-shirt as his undershirt in this episode. Available here at Amazon.com



Bear's Pants: Gray Cargo Pants

Info: Bear wears multi-pocketed cargo pants in this escapade in Icelandic territory. Available here at Amazon.com


Bear's Gloves: Columbia Karako Pass

Info: Bear protects his hands from intense cold temperatures with these gloves from Columbia. Available here at Amazon.com

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

Info: As in most of this survival treks, Bear brings along his flint which is an essential item for survival. Available here at Amazon.com

Thursday, July 16, 2009

Season 1, Episode 8: Desert Island

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 up with his style as he uses this fancy men's chronograph watch from Breitling. Available here at Amazon.com


Bear's Shirt: Light Blue Dress Shirt

Info: Bear wears a light blue shirt to keep cool and to still protect his skin from harmful rays of the sun. Available here at Amazon.com


Bear's Pants: Khaki Cargo Pants

Info: In this episode, Bear doesn't bring much, but he uses a multi-pocketed pair of trousers to carry his minimal essential items. Avalable here at Amazon.com