Rough Grit is built around real-world survival thinking, practical gear, and honest videos for people who are tired of polished nonsense. I’m Chris — a husband, father, reseller, builder, and a guy who’s spent plenty of time learning what actually works and what just looks good online. The mission here is simple: give people useful information, recommend gear I can stand behind, and keep the focus on reality over hype.
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Most survival kits are full of things that look good… but fail when it actually matters. After 41 years of experience, I’ve seen what works—and what people keep wasting money on.
After 41 years of heating shops, garages, and messing with just about every setup out there… this is the one I wish I had years ago.
When gas disappears, most people are stuck. This is how you keep your car on the road when fuel shortages hit.
When gas disappears, most people are stuck. This is how you keep your car on the road when fuel shortages hit.
If you ever find yourself locked up, the first 24 hours in county jail can determine everything that comes after.
Most people carry one knife… I carry three. Find out why.
When food disappears, most people won’t be ready. Not because they’re weak… but because they never thought it could happen.
What really happened between Cody Lundin and Dave Canterbury on Dual Survival?
After 41 years of everyday carry, you learn what actually matters… and what’s just extra weight.
Worried about World War 3? In this video, I break down practical steps you can take right now to prepare for war, supply chain disruptions, blackouts, fuel shortages, cyber attacks, and emergency situations without panic or fantasy.
"Die as a Legend, Not as a Cautionary Tale." This one is about ownership, discipline, and getting your life under control without excuses.
A detailed grow logbook for cultivators and hobbyists. Track your process, fix mistakes, and stop guessing your way through grows.
A notebook for dangerous ideas. No filters, no guardrails—just a place to think clearly and write what most people won’t.
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This site is for people who want useful survival-minded content, honest gear talk, and practical thinking without fake guru nonsense.
I’m not trying to look like an expert—I care about what actually works. Real experience, real lessons, and content that respects your time.
Videos come first. They pull people in. The books and gear support the message—not the other way around.