>>474342Minimalism is good, but you still should have all the essential equipment. I'm not "into firestarting" but I think having a Bic as the only firestarting tool is not a good idea. If the gas valve accidentally gets pushed down, you'll end up with a poor spark making tool.
>ridiculous shit like WHAT IF IT'S A SURVIVAL SITUATIONPeople who are into survivalism are prepared and hardly ever get into trouble. It's the not having the proper gear that leads to survival situations.
Ferrocerium rod always as a backup, just in case. Same thing with a flashlight. Take one with you even if you're not planning to spend a night in the woods. It's not ridiculous and it's not survivalism, it's called thinking ahead.
