Emergency & Rescue

RAB's Superlite Shelter 2 Bothy is made from tough waterproof Cordura nylon and will protect two people from some pretty nasty weather. Rab says The Superlite Shelter 2 Sil Bothy is an ultralight emergency shelter perfect for fast and light...

A lightweight, packable piece Bivvy with Rescue Whistle is designed to save lives. Adventure Medical Kits says:  Windproof, waterproof and highly visible, the SOL Emergency Bivvy XL fits 2 people and reflects 90% of your body heat to keep you wa…

In times of emergency, the Life Systems Ultralight Survival Shelter provides an ideal refuge. Constructed from 20D siliconized nylon, the shelter offers excellent windproof, waterproof, and durability qualities, ensuring reliable protection against t…

The Life Systems Thermal Bag provides you with total body coverage and will retain over 90% of radiated body heat. Ideal for any outdoor survivalist. Life Systems says:  The Thermal Bag provides total body coverage for maximum personal protectio…

We're working out what we think - we'll add our view here!  Lifesystems says:  A reusable and lightweight thermal blanket for one or two people that reflects and retains 90% of radiated body heat and reduces windchill. Highly visible and ra…

The Outdoor Research's Helium Emergency Bivy is small enough and light enough to not notice having it in your pack until you need it. The waterproof and breathable Pertex Shield+ fabric will protect you from the weather. Outdoor Research says Under …

The Life Systems Safety Whistle is a loud whistle for attracting attention outdoors. It has a handy neck lanyard and attachment clip for attaching to your gear or your self. Life Systems says:  A whistle is recommended as an essential item for..…

The Rab Ark Emergency 2 Person Bivi is a superlight bivi bag for emergency situations. The bag reflects body heat enabling the user to retain core temperature. Large enough to shelter two people it is an essential pack item for climbers, mountaineers…

The Life Systems Echo Whistle is ideal for any outdoor adventurer. It's small, lightweight and allows you to signal for help in emergency situations. Life Systems says:  With a compact and ergonomic design, the Echo Whistle created a high pitch.…

RAB's Superlite Shelter 4 Sil Bothy uses lightweight waterproof fabric to produce an amazing emergency or lunchtime shelter when the weather closes in. Rab says The Superlite Shelter 4 Sil Bothy is an ultralight emergency shelter perfect for fast an…

Terra Nova Bothy Bags are a lightweight and compact emergency shelter with excellent features. Every group, expedition and single outdoor user should have one, they create a 'microclimate' for escaping from the elements. Terra Nova says Used by moun…

These whistles are minute but they are pretty loud, akin to one of those whistles incorporated into a rucksack buckle. If you don't have one now - get one, and give the other two away. OMM says:  ESSENTIAL SAFETY KIT ON THE HILL. An essential p…

The Trekmates Screamer Whistle is a very loud whistle, which is what you need as an emergency item. It comes with a cord to wear around your neck and packaged in a reusable water resistant touch screen pouch.   Trekmates says:  Our Screamer…

In times of emergency, the Life Systems Ultralight Survival Shelter provides an ideal refuge. Constructed from 20D siliconized nylon, the shelter offers excellent windproof, waterproof, and durability qualities, ensuring reliable protection against t…

Keeps you dry in an emergency, and helps you retain warmth. Completely waterproof so it also has 1001 uses. AMK says: The most advanced emergency blanket on the market - meticulously designed to never fail when you're counting on it with your life. I…

At just over 100g for an item of kit that can save lives this SOL Emergency Bivvy is a great option. Waterproof, windproof and heat reflecting, it can be used in any conditions. Adventure Medical Kit says: Be prepared for the unexpected with the SOL…

The Coghlans Safety Whistle is ideal for any outdoor adventurer. It's small, lightweight and allows you to signal for help in emergency situations. It comes with a handy neck lanyard for hanging around your neck. Coghlans says: Bright orange peales…

Adventure Medical Kit's SOL Escape bivy is an emergency bivy that is breathable - it can be used as a sleeping bag cover to uprate your bag when not required in an emergency situation. AMK says: The Survive Outdoors Longer Escape Bivvy is nothing le…

The life Systems Survival Bag is a strong and lightweight bag which is designed to reduce the loss of vital heat and therefore the risk of hypothermia in emergency situations. Life Systems says:  This bright orange survival bag, made from heavy-…

Vargo's Titanium Whistle is a perfect part of anyone's kit who apreciates quality engineering. This whistle is built to last and provides a simple but life-saving function whilst still being a cut above other traditional whistles. Vargo says Vargo...

The Life Systems Thermal Blanket is a lightweight, strong and compact blanket that helps retain over 80% of radiated body heat. Ideal for keeping with you in case of accidents, traumas or for when the weather suddenly turns cold. Life Systems says:&n…

An emergency bivy sack thats warmer than your standard emergency blanket. AMK says: Warmth and durability for any season! The SOL Thermal bivvy's metalized non-woven fabric provides waterproof protection from the elements while reflecting 80% of you…

Stormproof matches are essential for the outdoors. They light quickly and perform in all weather conditions. They burn for up to 20 seconds, which gives you a bit longer to get your tinder to light. Life Systems says:  These stormproof matches a…

Incredibly loud and bright orange, this is a brilliant bit of emergency kit. LifeSystems says:  One of the loudest whistles available, the Hurricane performs in all weather conditions even when it gets extremely wet. When blown the chamber desig…

Incredibly loud and metal emergency whistle, this is a brilliant bit of emergency kit. LifeSystems says:  A whistle is recommended as an essential item for people in the outdoors. The Mountain Whistle is a tough, lightweight aluminium alloy whis…

The Group Shelter 2 is designed as an emergency shelter for 1-2 people, to be used when the storm hits or for planned stops in bad weather. Rab says: Made using a light-weight and windproof polyester fabric, support is provided by the users within...

A lightweight survival shelter for use as emergency protection from the elements. Survival shelters are an essential item of safety equipment for any outdoor activity. Life Systems says:  An essential item of safety for any outdoor activity,...

The Rab Ark Emergency Bivi is a superlight bivi bag for emergency situations. The bag reflects body heat enabling the user to retain core temperature. An essential pack item for climbers, mountaineers and walkers. Rab says The ARK Emergency Bivi is …

The Group Shelter 4-6 is designed as an emergency shelter for 4-6 people, to be used when the storm hits or for planned stops in bad weather. Rab says Made using a light-weight and windproof polyester fabric, support is provided by the users within…

Adventure Medical Kit's SOL Escape Lite bivy is an emergency bivy that is breathable - it can be used as a sleeping bag liner to uprate your bag when not required in an emergency situation. AMK says: You want to go 'Light and Fast' but you need a...

The Group Shelter 8-10 is designed as an emergency shelter for 8-10 people, to be used when the storm hits or for planned stops in bad weather. Rab says The Group Shelter 8-10 is designed as an emergency shelter for 8-10 people, to be used when the…