In one of our latest online courses (Everyday Carry Essentials: Tools for Modern Preparedness), JJ Morris, the founder and lead instructor of Fuel the Fires, discussed incorporating gear from Wazoo Gear Co. into his every day carry (EDC) kit. Which is great, because we are also huge fans of Wazoo and the products they bring to the table. No, we are not affiliated with Wazoo, and we receive no commission for covering them. We are genuinely impressed with the thought and functionality that goes into each of their survival tools. We even added Wazoo Gear Co to our directory. All product photos are directly from the Wazoo website.
When it comes to survival gear that seamlessly integrates into everyday life, Wazoo Gear Co. sets the standard. Founded in 2012 by Dustin Hogard and Nick Blackman, Wazoo specializes in crafting innovative, wearable survival tools that keep you prepared for any situation.
Wazoo Gear Co., also known as Wazoo Survival Gear, is headquartered in Longmont, Colorado, after moving from Texas in search of a more inspiring environment. This new location, with its view of the Rocky Mountains, reflects Wazoo’s commitment to an adventurous lifestyle and innovative product design.
Wearable Survival Gear
Imagine having essential survival tools seamlessly integrated into your daily accessories. Wazoo Gear Co. has perfected this concept with their innovative wearable survival gear. These items not only serve as stylish accessories but also provide critical functionalities that can be lifesaving in an emergency. Whether you’re exploring the great outdoors or navigating urban challenges, Wazoo’s wearable gear ensures you’re always prepared. From fire-starting necklaces to belts with hidden storage, each piece is designed to be both practical and unobtrusive, making sure you’re equipped without compromising on style.
Necklaces
These necklaces are more than just accessories, they are essential survival tools that provide critical functions while adding a stylish, touch to your outfit. Perfect for both everyday wear and outdoor adventures, Wazoo’s necklaces ensure that you are always prepared, no matter where life takes you. From fire-starting capabilities to sharpening tools, each necklace is crafted to offer discreet yet powerful survival functions that you can rely on in any situation.
- Spark Necklace: Featuring a ferrocerium rod and ceramic striker, this necklace is designed to start fires, providing a critical survival tool that’s always within reach. Plus the “tribal” look pairs nicely with any wilderness adventure.
- Viking Spark: Equipped with the same ferro rod and striker as the Spark necklace, it also features a custom designed piece of Arkansas Novaculite as a whetstone. This versatile pendant is perfect for sharpening knives and tools, and can also be used to get that fire going!
Belts
Wazoo Cache Belts are perfect for those who value preparedness but prefer to keep their gear discreet and accessible. Featuring hidden pockets and compartments, Wazoo’s belts allow you to carry vital items such as fire starters, fishing kits, and more, all while maintaining a stylish appearance. We can speak from experience that these belts stand up to abuse, and can even reliably hold an appendix carried full-size 5″ handgun without losing support.
- Cache Belt: Equipped with hidden pockets, the Cache Belt can store survival gear like fire starters and fishing kits, providing a discreet and functional accessory for everyday use. Not sure what to put in it? Wazoo has you covered with a variety of kits (see below) that will have you ready for anything!
Headgear
Designed for both everyday wear and adventurous outings, Wazoo’s headgear features hidden pockets and discreet compartments that provide storage for essential survival items. Whether you need a place to stash matches, a mini first-aid kit, or emergency cash, these hats and caps offer the perfect blend of utility and style. With Wazoo’s headgear, you can carry the tools you need to stay prepared in any situation, all while keeping them conveniently out of sight.
- Cache Cap: This stylish hat comes with hidden pockets for storing small survival items such as an impromptu fishing rig, or a mini first-aid kit. The inside features a high-visibility panel for signalling or marking your campsite at night. There is also a variant with a place on the front for velcro patches the next time you need to rep your favorite organization.
- Cache Beanie: This winter hat features hidden storage pockets for small items like matches, keys or cash, combining warmth with practicality. Made from Merino wool, it does a great job of keeping you warm even if it becomes damp with sweat or precipitation.
Keychain Tools
Keychains are often overlooked as simple holders for keys, but at Wazoo Gear Co., they become essential survival tools that fit in the palm of your hand. These compact devices are designed to be carried effortlessly while offering powerful uses that can be crucial in emergencies. Whether you need to start a fire, signal for help, or navigate through the wilderness, Wazoo’s keychain tools ensure that you have the necessary equipment right at your fingertips. These tools blend seamlessly into your everyday life, providing peace of mind without adding bulk.
- Firestarter Keychains: A compact tool that includes a fire starter, ensuring you are always ready to ignite a fire in emergency situations. They weigh next to nothing, making them an easy addition to the key’s you carry everyday. They also fit nicely in a Cache Belt or Cap.
- Micro Whistle: Small but powerful, this whistle is perfect for signaling in emergencies, ensuring you can attract attention when needed. Tested to produce sound above 115 decibels, it packs a punch that will draw in rescuers, or scare off aggressors.
Multi-Functional Gear
Wazoo Gear Co. is all about equipping you with tools that enhance your preparedness without compromising convenience. Their gear exemplifies this ethos by offering versatile solutions designed to handle a variety of survival scenarios. These items are engineered to provide several uses, ensuring that you’re covered whether you’re foraging in the wild, tracking your path, or simply need a reliable fire starter.
Foraging and Tracking Kits
- Tracking Bandana: This bandana features printed tracking and foraging information, making it an excellent resource for outdoor enthusiasts. Tracks are printed to scale to make identification easier, and the “oo” in Wazoo is meant to look like eyes, so if folded properly, can be worn to deter predators (like mountain lions) from sneaking up from behind.
- Foraging Bandanet: Printed with foraging information on one side, and equipped with an integrated net on the other, this neck bandana will help you identify plants safely as you collect them for later.
- Fire Cards: These wallet-sized cards are designed to start fires, making them a convenient addition to any survival kit. They are waterproof and can be carried anywhere a credit card would fit.
Kits and Bundles
When it comes to survival, having a well-rounded set of tools is crucial. Wazoo Gear Co. takes the guesswork out of preparedness with their thoughtfully curated kits and bundles. These packages combine multiple essential items into one convenient collection, ensuring you have everything you need to face various emergency scenarios. Each kit is designed to be compact, comprehensive, and easy to carry, making them perfect for both everyday use and extreme adventures. Even if you don’t plan on being in an emergency, many of the items come in handy for a myriad of other more mundane tasks.
- Adventure Kit: This kit has everything you could possible need to keep you alive in an emergency situation. From fire and hydration to food procurement and navigation, it has a little bit of everything. Impressively, all of the components can be stowed in the Cache Belt. It’s a lightweight kit that comes highly recommended!
- Essentials Kit: Want a level of preparedness but don’t need everything thats included in the Adventure Kit? Stick with the essentials. This kit is designed to be minimalistic while still offering everything you need to help keep you going.
Closing Thoughts
Although the items covered in this post happen to be our personal favorites, Wazoo Gear Co. has a bunch more on their website. The team over at Wazoo puts a ton of thought and testing into each of their products, and it shows in the inherent quality and versatility. No design or decision is made randomly, and everything aspect of each item is carefully considered and created for a purpose. And we think that is amazing. Keep up the good work Wazoo!
For more details and to explore their full product range, visit the Wazoo Gear Co. official website.
Learn Before You Go!
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- Online Survival Courses: Dive into a range of topics with our comprehensive online courses.
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