If there's one thing you need in the wilderness, it's a compass. Specifically, a Tru-Nord compass. The company has made some of the most dependable direction guides for years, so they're the team to turn to when you want a tool you can count on.

The 100C pocket model is designed for the backpacker, as it easily slips into a pocket or hiking pack. The 150C zipper pull is designed to attach to your key ring, zipper closure, or lanyard. Both are CNC machined from hard brass, and use a space-age cobalt steel magnet and jewel-bearing movement.