The TAOB Blogs

August 3, 2025

The Many Uses of a Survival Paracord Bracelet Small in size. Massive in capability. When it comes to survival gear, there’s one item that punches well above its weight: the... Read more...

🧊 Cold Weather Survival in the UK: Stay Ready, Not Sorry

July 29, 2025

When the British weather takes a turn, it doesn’t mess about. Whether you're hiking the Highlands, working outdoors, or just facing a power cut at home—being cold and unprepared... Read more...

Is the Art of Map Reading Dead?

July 23, 2025

In a world obsessed with GPS and glowing screens, the ancient skill of map reading is quietly fading into obscurity. But when batteries die and signal drops out, only those... Read more...

Preparing for the Worst: Gearing Up for the Unthinkable

July 21, 2025

Here at Tough as old Boots, we believe in the saying " FAIL TO PREPARE, PREPARE TO FAIL" "This is in no way a fearmongering, the end of the world... Read more...