Review of the Peak 1,200W Mobile Power Outlet/Inverter for My Bug Out Vehicle
I recently purchased a Bug Out Vehicle. Admittedly it is a 1990 Jeep YJ/Wrangler. It was clearly the base model. However, it has a lift kit, bigger tires, and a few amenities you might want in a bug out vehicle. But one thing it lacked was the proverbial cigarette lighter to power my low voltage devices… So, […]
Hurricane Sandy, Five Days Without Power, Three Weeks Later, and the Gear That Made My Life Easier
This is my (Suburban’s) slightly overdue postmortem of Hurricane Sandy. It’s Thanksgiving day as I write this, and I want to say thank you again to all of you, my readers, as well as a Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families. My thoughts this holiday weekend are with those who’s homes and lives have […]
Gear Review – Duracell Powerpack 600
I recently purchased the Duracell Powerpack 600 (This now actually links to a new but similar product). It’s powered by a rechargeable 28AH battery and provides up to 600 watts of AC power. This device is primarily designed as and for jump-starting cars but has several great features. I purchased it primarily as a portable […]
Portable DIY Power Cart
In doing some research on a portable power source in the event there is no power, (since I am trying to save money, rather than spend it), I came across this two nights ago and wanted to share it with you. According to the website, it said these instructions are a work in progress, but […]
Simple Inexpensive Lighting When There Is No Power
So, I was walking through Walmart one day getting ready to pick up a new football to play catch with on a camping trip, when I walked past the outdoor patio stuff, and it hit me… Cheap lighting for home. Renewable, too… Hmmm… Solar lawn lighting. I went over and there was a six pack […]
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Why Zohran Mamdani’s Mayoral Victory Is Dangerous, and What It Means for New York & America
I try never to write political pieces for Suburban Survival Blog, because I know preparedness spans across all political spectrums. However, I feel compelled to make a few points here that could affect not only New York City but also our nation and the Constitution. New York City is not just any city; it is […]
Why Physical Fitness Matters for Preparedness (and How to Get There) to Stay Disaster Ready
It’s Saturday, July 19th. And, literally, had a hip replacement two days ago. I arrived home Yesterday, Friday, and am beginning the journey to re establish my health. Not that I am in the worst shape I’ve ever been in, that is certainly not the case. However, the truth is that, like many of us, […]
From Panic to Prepared. Why Every UK Household Needs More Than 72 Hours of Supplies
Table of Contents A Response to Recent UK Government Advice and Media Coverage Is 72 Hours Really Enough? Why the UK Government Is Urging People to Prepare Why We Need to Think Bigger… Two Weeks to Three Months… What Is a 72 Hour Kit and Why Is It the Starting Point? What the Government Recommends […]
Meshtastic & LoRa: The Off-Grid Communication Lifeline Every Prepper Needs
Table of Contents Why Communications Matter in a Crisis Staying Connected When Everything Goes Dark The Hidden Weakness of Modern Communication Networks Introducing Meshtastic, An Off Grid Solution for Emergency Communications Why Every Prepper Should be Paying Attention to Meshtastic What Is Meshtastic? Understanding Meshtastic in Simple Terms Comparing Meshtastic to Other Emergency Communication Tools […]