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Flash Walken · 05-10-2014, 12:19 PM

I think it is nuts to go out into any kind of forest or bush without a blade.

I don't see why people think he's overreacting. I carry a 4 inch knife with me on trails along the BC coast.

In fact, I think it is negligent to not bring a rain jacket and a knife with you for any kind of trail or hike. I don't have illusions of my ability to defend myself with a 4 inch blade against a bear, but there are so many potential uses I would feel uncomfortable not having it.

Edit: and for any kind of extended or remote hiking, I definitely pack my hatchet on my backpack.

05-10-2014, 12:19 PM	#76
Flash Walken Lifetime Suspension Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: The Void between Darkness and Light Exp:	I think it is nuts to go out into any kind of forest or bush without a blade. I don't see why people think he's overreacting. I carry a 4 inch knife with me on trails along the BC coast. In fact, I think it is negligent to not bring a rain jacket and a knife with you for any kind of trail or hike. I don't have illusions of my ability to defend myself with a 4 inch blade against a bear, but there are so many potential uses I would feel uncomfortable not having it. Edit: and for any kind of extended or remote hiking, I definitely pack my hatchet on my backpack.