Honest reviews from Patriots for Patriots. We test every piece of equipment thoroughly in real conditions – no marketing talk, but practical experience. From survival knives to emergency rations: here you read what really works and what isn’t worth your money. Discover which gear can save your life…
When the power goes out A power cut seems like something short-lived: an hour without light and then life carries on. Yet that’s not always the case. Just think of the major black-out in 2003 in North America, where millions of people were without electricity for days. When it gets dark, the heating fails and … Read more
Children love adventure, parents want their offspring to learn something. These gifts seem like fun toys, but in the meantime they teach skills that they’ll really use later: real survival skills. Without them realising it, you’re taking them one step closer to a self-sufficient and resilient life. 1. Children’s penknife with safety lock A real … Read more
After the murder of Lisa (17) in Abcoude near Amsterdam, attention to self-defence and personal safety increased once again. Pepper spray alternatives quickly sold out and when we wrote an article about legal self-defence, we received an interesting response from Claudia from Safe at All Times. Safe at All Times offers the Plegium Smart Defence … Read more
Why a trekking GPS is indispensable A reliable GPS is essential nowadays for anyone who regularly ventures into nature. Smartphones do have GPS functionality, but their battery rarely lasts longer than a day with intensive use. Moreover, they are vulnerable to moisture, dust and extreme temperatures. In addition, they have poorer satellite reception and you … Read more
A reliable power bank has nowadays become indispensable for anyone who regularly ventures into nature. After a hike through the Ardennes or a weekend camping trip in the Dutch forests, your smartphone, GPS device and other electronics need to be charged. When choosing a portable charger for outdoor use, it’s not just about capacity, but … Read more
Why a good torch is indispensable A reliable torch is more than just a light source, it’s a piece of equipment. Whether you’re dealing with a power cut, an outdoor emergency, or simply need good light for jobs in dark spaces: a quality torch ensures you don’t remain groping in the dark. It’s important to … Read more
A good multitool is indispensable A good multitool belongs in every toolbox, rucksack or glove compartment. During camping trips, when you’re on the road in the car or simply for doing jobs around the house: with a multitool you can often get very far. I tested the Leatherman Wave Plus extensively and compared it with … Read more
Since I decided to make the necessary preparations for my wife and children in case not everything in the future would be as self-evident as it is today, I have been inundated with adverts for survival products on social media. One that recently caught my attention, because it looked so beautiful, accessible and simple, was … Read more
A kubotan is a multifunctional self-defence weapon in the form of a keyring. We ordered and used a pack of two – a silver and a black one. Below you can read our findings. I discovered the Kubotan when I was searching the internet for legal self-defence tools. Via Google I found information about the … Read more
More and more people are getting emergency kits at home. These should not only serve as preparation for war: in this way we prepare ourselves for all kinds of unforeseen circumstances. An emergency kit with which you can survive for several days without help from outside: more and more people are getting one. They can … Read more
