The Fjällräven Rucksack No21 looks like a classic canvas backpack from decades ago. However it is a modern pack. The base material is G-1000, a combination of 35 % cotton and 65 % polyester. The water resistance can be improved by waxing it. Fjällräven sells his own wax product for this: Greenland Wax. This isContinue reading “Fjällräven Rucksack No. 21”
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French army F1 backpack
The French army F1 backpack was in use till the mid 90s. For many years these backpacks were commonly found in army surplus stores. However nowadays they are getting difficult to find. The pack is made out of tough heavy duty materials which makes it very durable. This backpack is super strong and won’t disappointContinue reading “French army F1 backpack”
The (British army) Rucksack Other Arms vs The Osprey Porter
The Rucksack Other Arms from the British army and the Osprey Porter are both “single” compartment backpacks where you can hide the shoulder straps. This allows you to use it as a hand carrying bag. Both the backpacks are not very high compared to their width. If you spend most of your time carrying yourContinue reading “The (British army) Rucksack Other Arms vs The Osprey Porter”
Wool for the outdoors (and indoors)
Now the weather is getting colder in this time of the year in Europe and large parts of North America it is wise to dress up warm. Not only for the outdoors but also for the indoors now the energy prices for home heating are rising tremendously. Despite being old fashioned wool is still aContinue reading “Wool for the outdoors (and indoors)”
US Army style duffel bag for traveling
Soldiers in the army have usually something like a kit-bag, see sack, weekend bag or duffel bag. This not to use in the combat field but to take all their clothing and gear from army base to army base or from their barracks to home during weekends. These bags are usually very simple. In caseContinue reading “US Army style duffel bag for traveling”
(Dutch army) foldable wash bucket
When you are travelling you need to wash your clothes sooner or later. Luckily you can find many laundry services in most countries. They will wash and dry your dirty clothes for a small amount of money. But sometimes you just want to wash one or two items or you just stay one night inContinue reading “(Dutch army) foldable wash bucket”
Stainless Steel mesh coffee filter
Easy to use and re-use system for pour over coffee. In this way you can enjoy a fresh cup of coffee instead of falling back on (tasteless) instant coffee. It is very suitable for one or two persons. The filter can be used as a filter itself or in combination with a additional paper filter.Continue reading “Stainless Steel mesh coffee filter”