Wilderness hiking weapons

depends on hiking

Glock 22 with a Folder with a Gerber LMF in my pack for day hikes

Same with a Remmington 870 loaded with Brenekee slugs for longer hikes
 
Normally I have an EDC folder, a hand axe and a fixed knife of some sort. I'm still looking for a nice stick/log to turn into a staff(I'm rather picky). If I had to carry a gun it would be most likely be my Single Six or G19. I'm surprised no one has said this but I got a decent arm to chuck a rock at anything I didn't like.

I hiked the Chilkoot trail in Alaska 2 summers ago and there were no guns allowed on the trail. Wasn't happy about that so I carried some bear spray and a big f'n knife. Add to that I could run faster and skinner then my buddies it wasnt to bad.
 
In peacful country, a good solid 5-6 foor walking stick and my Kershaw Blackout. In more hostile country, My walking stick, Ultra Lite 44 mag (28 oz). SOG Northwest Ranger or Seal Pup. In place of the 44 Mag, I often carry the Ruger Blackhawk 45 LC.

If it's an extended hike, My walking stick, CS ODA (carbon five) and my Browning 22 Camper pistol.

I need the walking stick to walk off-road.:)
 
Usually in or near a swamp so a walking stick is essential. Mine is 5' of sassafras wood that is at least 27 years old and hard as rock. It makes a great 3rd leg and a great blunt trauma tool. Also have RTAK, TAK and Taurus 608 in 357. For overnight or longer I add the Marlin 1894 lever gun also chambered in 357. If the prettier half is along on overnight or longer, she takes the Marlin to go with her Lady Smith and I add a Mossy 12 ga.with Choate folding stock and slugs, 00 buck and birdshot options. Can't imagine a whip, the vegetation is too dense and I'd probably scalp myself.
 
Wow, this is a blast from the past!

ilbruche said:
Holy resurrection!

I was gonna ask if he had a cool fedora to go with the bullwhip.
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Why yes, yes I do. After all, the "man with the hat" that made it popular wore what he wore because it's practical (well that, and the designer said so). :D

Also, even though it's been like... 4 years, I still carry all the same things I did then, with the exception of a shorter 4.5' shot-loaded bullwhip now (The Latigo-y-Daga whip from Peter Jack). Haven't found an animal yet that liked it.
 
This seems like a good time to ask what I've been wondering: Does a single-action revolver in, say, .44 mag have a place in self defense on the trail? I understand it's not as quick to empty as a modern revolver or semi-auto, but it's still firepower, right?
 
beezaur said:
I think a whip might put you at a disadvantage if an animal such as a dog was to just charge through to you. If you have had good luck with your whip against dogs, I would guess it was more because you were being aggressive with them than because of your particular weapon.

You don't want to mess your timing up either. Dogs can be pretty fast, and some will simply not be intimidated.

Scott
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Thats what i was thinking. The Whip seems a little strange.

Id probably go:
* Medium Fixed blade - like a bark River or Falkniven
* Utility folder with saw - An OHT/Pioneer or a Leatherman
* Medium LED flashlight - G2 LED or an Inova X5
* handgun - .40 or bigger (40, 45, 357, 44, ect)

If i was actually worried id pack a PCC. 9mm for 2 legs, 357 or bigger for 4 legs.
 
mr.trooper said:
Thats what i was thinking. The Whip seems a little strange.

Id probably go:
* Medium Fixed blade - like a bark River or Falkniven
* Utility folder with saw - An OHT/Pioneer or a Leatherman
* Medium LED flashlight - G2 LED or an Inova X5
* handgun - .40 or bigger (40, 45, 357, 44, ect)

If i was actually worried id pack a PCC. 9mm for 2 legs, 357 or bigger for 4 legs.
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I do not carry a firearm while hiking. Mainly because I don't feel the need for one. Also, I do not have a CCW permit. Where I live you can open carry without a permit.

Do you guys that are carrying a firearm while hiking carry it open or concealed.

As far as what I carry:

Multi-tool
SAK
Medium sized folder
Pepper spray
 
I've had used a bullwhip for the last 55 years. My first was a birthday present for my 8th birthday (8 foot ball bearing handle) and lasted 35 years. My next was a 12' and I still have and practice with that one. With all that experience with a bullwhip, I still wouldn't one when on a hike.
 
myright said:
I do not carry a firearm while hiking. Mainly because I don't feel the need for one. Also, I do not have a CCW permit. Where I live you can open carry without a permit.

Do you guys that are carrying a firearm while hiking carry it open or concealed.

As far as what I carry:

Multi-tool
SAK
Medium sized folder
Pepper spray
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I always carry concealed.

Andy
 
Weapons:
20" HI kukri. Woods tool/weapon par excellence.
RAT-7

Since pigs are considered pest animals and can be hunted year-round, I usually have a rifle with me. Most often a Mosin Nagant with 203-gr SP. Probably what I'd also carry in bear country.
 
myright said:
I do not carry a firearm while hiking. Mainly because I don't feel the need for one. Also, I do not have a CCW permit. Where I live you can open carry without a permit.

Do you guys that are carrying a firearm while hiking carry it open or concealed.

As far as what I carry:

Multi-tool
SAK
Medium sized folder
Pepper spray
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Unfortunately, incidents of crime in the National Parks have skyrocketed. Maybe because in many cases, trails cross major or minor roads, so access to trails is easy for a felon attempting to hide out. Additionally, the spread of rabies recently has made encountering a rabid animal more likely than in the past. These two factors are why I ALWAYS carry when "out back". Even tho I have a CCW permit, when on the trail I carry "in the open but concealed"-the reason is quick access- a holster on my belt, but I cover the pistol by tucking a small microfiber towel in wasitband and drooping it over the pistol.To the casual observer, it just looks like I've got a rag in my waistband- maybe to wipe my face. And the pistol is technically concealed, but instantly accessible.

Whether the threat is a criminal or a rabid animal, the likelihood is that if either materializes, things will happen quickly, you're going to get surprised and may need to access your weapon quickly. If you can carry openly, so much the better.
IMO. it's better to have and not need, than to need and not have. PREPARATION ALWAYS!

Just my two cents.
 
Andrew Colglazier said:
:p

OK, I'll play.

When hiking my first line of defense consists of two telescoping hiking poles with titanium tips. The are strong and the tips are sharp. I could use them to fend off dogs or even a cat if I had to.

Andy
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Hey Andrew, just curious about the telescoping hiking poles...I've check a few out but my concern was that I didn't think they would be robust enough to use as an impact weapon. I know they would be good as a jabbing weapon if their locks where strong enough. Any issues in this department? I almost always have a walking stick but since my wife has really taken to bouldering and minor-technical rock climbing, I've been needing both hands and a telescoping hiking pole seems to fill the bill.

ROCK6
 
Fallkniven F1
Benchmade 551 Griptilian
SAK Huntsman or OH Trekker
9MM CZ-75D PCR with .22 Kadet Kit conversion unit
Ammo: One magazine of 9MM, One box of 50 .22LR
No hatchet but I do sometimes carry a lightweight folding saw
 
Morablades said:
"Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far." Theodore Roosevelt
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Actually a Massai proverb. The Massai have a rich background of stick and spear fighting. While they don't carry a spear around with them, you never see one of them without a stick while they are watching over their herd.
 
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