Man vs Wild Season 4 Episode 10: Urban Survivor

Season 4 Episode 10: Urban Survivor

Grylls is in a post-disaster urban city scenario and he must survive. His thirst to live and survival techniques modified for a city environment keep him alive in a concrete wasteland in Gdynia, Poland.

Bear's Knife: Original "Bear Grylls" Bayley Knife 

Info: In this episode, one of Bear's most vital items is his Bayley knife. Available here at Amazon.com.

Bear's Jacket: Craghoppers Survival Jacket

Info: To protect himself from the elements, Bear dons this survival Jacket from Craghoppers. Available here at Amazon.com.

Bear's Boots: Terra Plana VivoBarefoot Kariba

Info: Bear runs for survival in these lightweight VivoBarefoot Kariba boots by Terra Plana. Available here at Amazon.com.

Bear's Backpack: Bear Pac 25+

Info: This 25-liter backpack is one of Bear's ultimate indispensable travel companions. Available here at Amazon.com.

Bear's Watch: Breitling Emergency

Info: Bear's watch is an elegant multi-function watch by Breitling. Available here at Amazon.com.

Bear's Pants: Craghoppers Basecamp Winter Lined Trousers

Info: Bear wears this lightweight, solar-protected, water and stain-repellent pair of trousers. Available here at Amazon.com.

Bear's Gloves: Optimum Men's Skit Mit Gloves

Info: In this survival episode, Bear uses a pair of Optimum Skit Mits for a better hold and grip. Available here at Amazon.com.

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

Info: Bear brings this firestarter, one survival essential any adventurer should have. Available here at Amazon.com.

Gear used by Bear Grylls in Season 4:

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We've tried hard to identify EVERYTHING that Bear uses. It's a bit hard to follow up with every post on here, so we thought we'd reach out to our awesome fans (over 500,000 visitors this YEAR! THANK YOU!) and tap into your passion to help everyone live a wilder, adventurous life.

Please stop by the forums for MUCH more of Bears gear ID info, posts for every episode and more! We plan to add more info, but if you see anything missing,feelf free to add to it, thanks and we'll see you there!

 Thanks again for reading this blog and best of luck surviving!!

Here is a quick reference to the knives jackets and other gear used by Bear in Season 4:

Man Vs Wild Season 4 (DVD at Amazon.com)

------------ Location ------ Knife ------------------- Jacket ---------
Episode 1: Sahara 1/2  Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Bayley Knife No Jacket
Episode 2: Sahara 2/2  Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Bayley Knife No Jacket
Episode 3: Panama 1/2  Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Bayley Knife No Jacket
Episode 4: Panama 2/2 Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Bayley Knife No Jacket
Episode 5: Patagonia 1/2 Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Bayley Knife Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero Down Jacket *Full List of Bear Grylls Cold Gear*
Episode 6: Patagonia 2/2 Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Bayley Knife Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero Down Jacket *Full List of Bear Grylls Gold Gear*

Name the gear you'd like more info on.

I've done the best to identify everything bear grylls uses in each episode. But Bear is always on the move, and if you see something that's not addressed here you'd like identified, leave a comment and I'll get right on it. Thanks for reading this blog and best of luck surviving!

UPDATE:

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We've tried hard to identify EVERYTHING that Bear uses. It's a bit hard to follow up with every post on here, so we thought we'd reach out to our awesome fans (over 500,000 visitors this YEAR! THANK YOU!) and tap into your passion to help everyone live a wilder, adventurous life.

Please stop by the forums for MUCH more of Bears gear ID info, posts for every episode and more! We plan to add more info, but if you see anything missing,feelf free to add to it, thanks and we'll see you there!

 Thanks again for reading this blog and best of luck surviving!!

Season 4, Episode 6: Siberia Part 2

In Season 4's Episode 6, Bear is still in he's in the coldest place on the planet. Siberia. This time he's got some help from native villagers who manage to live their whole life in this forbidding place. Bears Knife: Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Baylay Knife (now known as "S4" only) (Available to buy at Bayley Knives) Info: This knife was designed for Bear Grylls wild adventure lifestyle. The handle of Bear Grylls survival knife is Bead blasted and attached to an RWL Swedish powder steel blade. It comes with a leather sheath that can be worn horizontally. Blade size is 100mm X 30 X 4 (3.9inches x 1.2 x .16). Total length 215mm (8.5 inches) and weighing in at 200grams (7 ounces).

Bears Jacket: Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero Down Jacket

Bears Fleece: Craghopper Fusion Microfleece (Sage) This episode features the following awesome "Bear Moments": Bear jumps into a freezing river to us how to survive.
Bear kills a yak and drinks it blood and eats the raw liver for energy before it freezes solid.
Bear builds a shelter in out of sticks, twigs and moss to survive a −35F night.

Season 4, Episode 5: Siberia Part 1

Bear is taking it to the extreme, in Season 4's Episode 5, he's in the coldest place on the planet. Siberia. With temperatures down to −90F(!), it's a challenge to keep from freezing. A serious challenge that Bear is excited to take on!

Bears Knife: Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Baylay Knife (now known as "S4" only)
(Available to buy at Bayley Knives)

Info: This knife was designed for Bear Grylls wild adventure lifestyle. The handle of Bear Grylls survival knife is Bead blasted and attached to an RWL Swedish powder steel blade. It comes with a leather sheath that can be worn horizontally. Blade size is 100mm X 30 X 4 (3.9inches x 1.2 x .16). Total length 215mm (8.5 inches) and weighing in at 200grams (7 ounces).

Bears Jacket: Mountain Hardwear Sub Zero Down Jacket

Bears Fleece: Craghopper Fusion Microfleece (Sage)

This episode features the following awesome "Bear Moments":
Bear shows that just touching a knife can instantly freeze it to your skin, and how to get it off. Pee.
Bear makes a toboggan out of willow branches and a dead deer hide.
Bear jumps into a frozen lake, to show how to survive.

Season 4, Episode 4: Indonesia

In Episode 4 of Season 4, Bear is stranded like castaway on an uninhabited remote island in the waters of Indonesia. This coral covered island is bleak with little food or water, it's a real challenge to make it in a place like this. Thankfully, Bear knows just what to do!

Bears Knife: Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Baylay Knife (now known as "S4" only)
(Available to buy at Bayley Knives)

Info: This knife was designed for Bear Grylls wild adventure lifestyle. The handle of Bear Grylls survival knife is Bead blasted and attached to an RWL Swedish powder steel blade. It comes with a leather sheath that can be worn horizontally. Blade size is 100mm X 30 X 4 (3.9inches x 1.2 x .16). Total length 215mm (8.5 inches) and weighing in at 200grams (7 ounces).

Bears Jacket: This close to the equator, jackets definitely not required.

This episode features the following awesome "Bear Moments":
Bear uses a wild corals slime as sunscreen to protect from the suns scorching rays.
Bear eats raw sea slugs. A truly disgusting meal.
Bear catches a stingray witha makeshift spear.
Finally Bear decides to risk it all on a bamboo raft, luckily he's found before being eaten by sharks!

Season 4, Episode 3: Sumatra

We're following Bear straight into Sumatra's Jungles in Episode 3 of Season 4. This jungle is untamed, wet and hot. Full of Crocs, giant lizards, snakes, and other nasties, Bear has to be on guard.

Bears Knife: Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Baylay Knife (now known as "S4" only)
(Available to buy at Bayley Knives)

Info: This knife was designed for Bear Grylls wild adventure lifestyle. The handle of Bear Grylls survival knife is Bead blasted and attached to an RWL Swedish powder steel blade. It comes with a leather sheath that can be worn horizontally. Blade size is 100mm X 30 X 4 (3.9inches x 1.2 x .16). Total length 215mm (8.5 inches) and weighing in at 200grams (7 ounces).

Bears Jacket: Directly on the equator, with up to 100% humidity, Bear doesn't bother with a jacket.

This episode features the following awesome "Bear Moments":
Bear catches a monitor lizard with his bear hands in muddy water, then quickly dispatches to to eat for lunch.
Bear builds a tree-house with banana trees and sticks for shelter at night.
Bear eats a deadly mangrove snake raw for a snack!

Season 4, Episode 2: Namibia

In Season 4, Episode 2 we follow Bear into Namibia. This desert and coastline are outrageously harsh, from the lack of rain and freshwater to the poisonous animals and plants, this is not a place you'd want to be stranded. Good thing Bear knows a few tricks to survive!

Bears Knife: Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Baylay Knife (now known as "S4" only)
(Available to buy at Bayley Knives)

Info: This knife was designed for Bear Grylls wild adventure lifestyle. The handle of Bear Grylls survival knife is Bead blasted and attached to an RWL Swedish powder steel blade. It comes with a leather sheath that can be worn horizontally. Blade size is 100mm X 30 X 4 (3.9inches x 1.2 x .16). Total length 215mm (8.5 inches) and weighing in at 200grams (7 ounces).

Bears Jacket: In the blinding heat of some of the toughest desert of world, Bear skips a jacket.

This episode features the following awesome "Bear Moments":
Bear creates fresh water by filling a makeshift still with urine and salt water.
Bear kills one of the most dangerous snakes in africa, for breakfast!
Bear digs up, hunts and kills a large porcupine with a local tribe.

Season 4, Episode 1: Zambia

Bear is back for Season 4! In Episode 1 he's in Zambia, wild man eating animals run free in this dangers place. Thankfully, Bear knows all the tricks to make it out alive!

Bears Knife: Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Baylay Knife (now known as "S4" only)
(Available to buy at Bayley Knives)

Info: This knife was designed for Bear Grylls wild adventure lifestyle. The handle of Bear Grylls survival knife is Bead blasted and attached to an RWL Swedish powder steel blade. It comes with a leather sheath that can be worn horizontally. Blade size is 100mm X 30 X 4 (3.9inches x 1.2 x .16). Total length 215mm (8.5 inches) and weighing in at 200grams (7 ounces).

Bears Jacket: In the moist heat, Bear goes without a jacket. Smart Move!

This episode features the following awesome "Bear Moments":
Bear eats some of the biggest grubs, caterpillars and larva yet!
Bear cuts pegs of Baobab tree bark to make a ladder to a tree-fort to spend the night above ground.
Bear shows a trick to get water from dew by tying a shirt to his pants and walking in tall grass.

Gear used by Bear Grylls in Season 3:

Here is a quick reference to the knives jackets and other gear used by Bear in Season 3:

Man Vs Wild Season 3 (DVD at Amazon.com)

------------ Location ------ Knife ------------------- Jacket ---------
Episode 1: Sahara 1/2  Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Bayley Knife No Jacket
Episode 2: Sahara 2/2  Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Bayley Knife No Jacket
Episode 3: Panama 1/2  Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Bayley Knife No Jacket
Episode 4: Panama 2/2 Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Bayley Knife No Jacket
Episode 5: Patagonia 1/2 Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Bayley Knife "Survivor Jacket II" *Full List of Snow Gear Listed Here*
Episode 6: Patagonia 2/2 Orignal "Bear Grylls" S4 Bayley Knife "Survivor Jacket II" *Full List of Snow Gear Listed Here*

Gear used by Bear Grylls in Season 2:

Here is a quick reference to the knives and jackets used by Bear in Season 2:

Man Vs Wild Season 2 (DVD at Amazon.com)
------------ Location ------ Knife ------------------- Jacket --------------
Episode 1: Florida Everglades Buck Zipper No Jacket
Episode 2: Iceland Gerber Gator Serrater Arc'teryx Theta AR (Indigo)
Episode 3: Copper Canyon Gerber Gator Strait Edge North Face Mammatus Jacket (Orange)
Episode 4: Australian Kimberley Gerber Gator Serrater No Jacket
Episode 5: Equador Gerber Gator Serrater No Jacket
Episode 6: Scotland Gerber Gator Serrater Arc'teryx Fission AR

Season 3, Episode 6: Patagonia Part 2

The last real episode of Season 3, (Episode 7 is "Bear Eats" with clips of old episodes), It's only fitting Bear does another in one of the wildest places on earth, Patagonia!

Bears Knife: Orignal "Bear Grylls" Baylay Knife
(Available to buy at Bayley Knives)

Info: This knife was designed for Bear Grylls wild adventure lifestyle. The handle of Bear Grylls survival knife is Bead blasted and attached to an RWL Swedish powder steel blade. It comes with a leather sheath that can be worn horizontally. Blade size is 100mm X 30 X 4 (3.9inches x 1.2 x .16). Total length 215mm (8.5 inches) and weighing in at 200grams (7 ounces).

Bears Jacket: Bear is wearing a discontinued Craghopper Aquadry Jacket. The closest available match is the "Survivor Jacket II"

Bears Fleece: Craghopper Fusion Microfleece (Sage)

Bears Gaiters: Outdoor Research Expedition Crocodiles

Bears Socks: Smart Wool

Bears Boots: Merrell Sawtooth

Bears Crampons: C.A.M.P. USA Ice Rider Crampons (w/optional Strap Attachments)

This episode features the following awesome "Bear Moments":
Showing how to climb out of a tricky place with a prussic knot.
Digging a snow cave for shelter in the night and for protection from the wind.
Eating Grubs, Worms, Swamp greens, and wild mushrooms for food.

Season 3, Episode 5: Patagonia Part 1

Bears going to the next extreme in one of the windiest places on Earth, Patagonia. Foreboding and cold, this place is something to be respected. Trying to make it out of here without the proper gear is trouble. Serious trouble. Good thing Bear shows us how to improvise!

Bears Knife: Orignal "Bear Grylls" Baylay Knife
(Available to buy at Bayley Knives)

Info: This knife was designed for Bear Grylls wild adventure lifestyle. The handle of Bear Grylls survival knife is Bead blasted and attached to an RWL Swedish powder steel blade. It comes with a leather sheath that can be worn horizontally. Blade size is 100mm X 30 X 4 (3.9inches x 1.2 x .16). Total length 215mm (8.5 inches) and weighing in at 200grams (7 ounces).

Bears Jacket: Bear is wearing a discontinued Craghopper Aquadry Jacket. The closest available match is the "Survivor Jacket II"

Bears Fleece: Craghopper Fusion Microfleece (Sage)

Bears Gaiters: Outdoor Research Expedition Crocodiles

Bears Socks: Smart Wool

Bears Boots: Merrell Sawtooth

Bears Crampons: C.A.M.P. USA Ice Rider Crampons (w/optional Strap Attachments)

This episode features the following awesome "Bear Moments":
Showing how to climb out of a frozen crevasse.
Sucking water from frozen mud puddles.
Climbing a 150 cracked rock cliffside.

Season 3, Episode 4: Panama Part 2

Bear sticks it out in Panamas mangrove swamp and jungle for another chance to show us the tricks and skills to make it out alive!

Bears Knife: Orignal "Bear Grylls" Baylay Knife
(Available to buy at Bayley Knives)

Info: This knife was designed for Bear Grylls wild adventure lifestyle. The handle of Bear Grylls survival knife is Bead blasted and attached to an RWL Swedish powder steel blade. It comes with a leather sheath that can be worn horizontally. Blade size is 100mm X 30 X 4 (3.9inches x 1.2 x .16). Total length 215mm (8.5 inches) and weighing in at 200grams (7 ounces).

Bears Jacket: Hot and Humid, Bear skips the jackets in this episode.

This episode features the following awesome "Bear Moments":
Bear hunts with the local tribes making animal sounds with leaves to attract wild game.
Bear shows how to move silently and without traces to avoid being taken hostages by local drug lords.
Harvesting Cocoa and using part of a termite mound to go fishing.

Season 3, Episode 3: Panama Part 1

Bear decided on somewhere moist after the Sahara, Episode 3 of the Third Season brings takes place in the mangrove swamps of Panama. This is a wet, wild and dangerous place! But, Bear makes it out alive, as usual!

Bears Knife: Orignal "Bear Grylls" Baylay Knife
(Available to buy at Bayley Knives)

Info: This knife was designed for Bear Grylls wild adventure lifestyle. The handle of Bear Grylls survival knife is Bead blasted and attached to an RWL Swedish powder steel blade. It comes with a leather sheath that can be worn horizontally. Blade size is 100mm X 30 X 4 (3.9inches x 1.2 x .16). Total length 215mm (8.5 inches) and weighing in at 200grams (7 ounces).

Bears Jacket: With high temps and even higher humidity, no one would want a jacket here!

Season 3, Episode 2: Sahara Part 2

Episode 2 of the Third Season is part two of the Sahara adventure for Bear. This time he climbing in a camel and crossing miles of scorching hot barren salt pan.

Bears Knife: Orignal "Bear Grylls" Baylay Knife
(Available to buy at BayLey Knives)

Info: This knife was designed for Bear Grylls wild adventure lifestyle. The handle of Bear Grylls survival knife is Bead blasted and attached to an RWL Swedish powder steel blade. It comes with a leather sheath that can be worn horizontally. Blade size is 100mm X 30 X 4 (3.9inches x 1.2 x .16). Total length 215mm (8.5 inches) and weighing in at 200grams (7 ounces).

Bears Jacket: Bear wears just his shirt, in a desert, that's a good idea.

This episode features the following awesome "Bear Moments":
Eating a beetle, lizard, goat testicles and more completely raw.
Climbing into a dead camel for shelter and drinking the water from it's digesting mash.
Rock climbing a 100+ foot cliff without ropes to save time.

Season 3, Episode 1: Sahara Part 1

Bear's back for a third Season! He's in the one of the hottest places on earth, the Sahara. This punishing desert pushes men to their limits, fortunately he know show to make it out alive.

Bears Knife: Orignal "Bear Grylls" Baylay Knife
(Available to buy at BayLey Knives)

Info: This knife was designed for Bear Grylls wild adventure lifestyle. The handle of Bear Grylls survival knife is Bead blasted and attached to an RWL Swedish powder steel blade. It comes with a leather sheath that can be worn horizontally. Blade size is 100mm X 30 X 4 (3.9inches x 1.2 x .16). Total length 215mm (8.5 inches) and weighing in at 200grams (7 ounces).

Bears Jacket: In a place this hot, you wouldn't make it out alive with a jacket. ;)

This episode features the following awesome "Bear Moments":
Cutting a t-shirt, peeing on it and tying it on his head to keep cool.
Building a fire with just two sticks and using the charcoal to prevent blindness.
Eating a live camel spider and unripe dates.

Season 2, Episode 6: Scotland

Season 1 Episode 15: Cairngorms

Grylls shows how to navigate the Cairngorms region in extreme weather using ice formations and moss growth, and how to test snow slopes for avalanche potential. He uses moss to purify water and skins a red deer for shelter. For food, he traps a rabbit and cooks it to demonstrate how to prepare it. Grylls also crosses deep marshes and uses fallen trees to cross ravines.

Bear's Knife:  Gerber Gator Serrator

Info: As he treads the scottish alps, Bear brings himself a good knife in the form of the Gerber Gator. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Jacket:  Arc'teryx Fission AR

Info: Bear wears this jacket from Arc'teryx for insulation and upper body protection from unpredictable weather conditions. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Boots: Merrell Norsehund Alpha Waterproof

Info: Bear wears these high-traction, heavy duty, waterproof hiking boots from Merrell. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Canteen: 58 Pattern British Issue Canteen with 

Crusader Cup Canteen

Info: In this Scottish trek, Bear brings his canteen for hydration. This canteen has a vintage appeal and is made durable for any journey. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Watch: Breitling Mens Watch A73322

Info: Bear wears this chronograph watch from Breitling as his timepiece. It has a handsome look and a bold feel. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Fleece: Craghoppers Corey III Half-zip Fleece

Info: Bear wears this fleece sweater from Craghoppers for additional insulation. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Shirt: White Shirt

Info: Bear keeps it simple as he wears a basic white shirt as his undershirt. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Pants: Craghoppers Kiwi Pro Elite Trousers

Info: Bear wears these trousers from Craghoppers which are lightweight and water-repellent. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Socks: Smartwool Expedition Trekking

Info: Bear wears these socks from Smartwool to protect his feet from friction and moisture as he wears heavy hiking boots. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Gloves: The NorthFace Apex Etip

Info: To protect his hands from friction, weather, cuts and all, Bear wears these gloves from The NorthFace. Available here at Amazon.com

Bear's Flint: Swedish Army FireSteel

Info: To be able to cook food for survival and to light camp fires, Bear uses his trusty Swedish Army FireSteel from Light My Fire. Available here at Amazon.com