Safety Reviews

All safety gear reviews.

Kahtoola MICROspikes Footwear Traction Review

The Kahtoola MICROspikes are the gold-standard stretch-on traction device for ice and packed snow, balancing aggressive grip, bomber durability, and fast deployment across a wide range of footwear.

Kahtoola 312g Rating: 9/10

SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle Review

A thorough review of the SOL Emergency Bivvy with Rescue Whistle — a 113g ultralight survival shelter for day hikers and backpackers who want real emergency protection without the bulk.

SOL (Survive Outdoors Longer) 113g Rating: 8/10

Garmin inReach Mini 2 Review

A deep-dive review of the Garmin inReach Mini 2 satellite communicator — covering SOS performance, battery life, messaging, subscription costs, and who should carry one.

Garmin 100g Rating: 8.5/10