Mountain Ready is a family-owned, veteran-owned small business built by adventurers, campers, and survivalists just like you. We hand-select only the best, most reliable gear from trusted brands you already know and love, ensuring you’re prepared for anything—whether it’s the great outdoors or an emergency situation.

More than just a store, we’re here to guide, educate, and support you with expert advice and proven products. When you shop with us, you’re not just getting top-quality gear—you’re also supporting a local small business that values customer service and real-world expertise.

Why Choose Mountain Ready?

•  Curated for Survival: We don’t carry fluff. Every item in our store is hand-picked for performance, reliability, and real-world usefulness. We vet our gear so you don’t have to.
•  Veteran-Owned & Field-Tested: We don’t just sell gear — we live the lifestyle. Our team’s hands-on experience informs everything we carry, from bug-out bags to trauma kits to gas masks.
•  Multi-Brand Kits & Bundles: While big brands only sell their own line, we build complete systems by combining trusted gear across multiple brands — so you get true compatibility and full-spectrum preparedness.
•  Education Comes Standard: Our blog, guides, and videos are packed with clear, actionable info — because knowing how to use your gear is just as important as owning it.
•  One-Stop Survival Store: Whether you’re looking for long-term food, gas masks, communications gear, or backcountry tools — you can get it all in one cart, from one trusted source.
•  American-Made Priority: We prioritize U.S.-made products wherever possible and back small manufacturers who align with our values of quality and independence.
•  Real Support from Real People: Got a question? You’ll get a quick response from someone who actually knows the gear — not a call center script.

We’re proud to serve preppers, campers, first responders, and anyone striving for greater self-reliance. Whether you're building your first go-bag or upgrading your entire system, we’re here to help you stay Equipped. Prepared. Ready.

At Mountain Ready, we strive to support every pillar of preparedness—not just survival, but self-reliance. Our curated gear lineup covers all 12 pillars:

🛖 Shelter

From rugged bivvies and emergency tents to compact thermal blankets and stormproof sleeping systems, we provide the tools to help you stay protected in any environment.

💧 Water

We carry water filtration and purification solutions from industry leaders like LifeStraw, Sawyer, Grayl, and Puribag—including gravity-fed systems, filter straws, and chemical treatments to ensure safe hydration anywhere.

🔥 Fire

Whether you need reliable ignition in wet conditions or long-lasting fire starters, we stock top-tier options like Black Beard Fire Starters and multipurpose fire kits designed for EDC, bugout bags, and survival caches.

🍲 Food

Our long-term food storage includes freeze-dried and ready-to-eat meals from ReadyWise with up to 25-year shelf life—ideal for blackouts, natural disasters, or extended off-grid living.

🩹 First Aid

Preparedness starts with immediate care. We stock trauma kits, IFAKs, and advanced med gear from My Medic, North American Rescue, Uncharted Supply Co., and more—everything from tourniquets to surgical-grade dressings and field-ready packs.

🔐 Security

Defensive gear includes accessories and components from trusted firearm brands such as Daniel Defense, Magpul, Sig Sauer, Trijicon, SB Tactical, Reptilia, SOG, and EOTech—plus training-friendly targets by Mr. Target.

📡 Communications (Comms)

Stay connected when it matters most. We provide comms gear suitable for emergency coordination, grid-down scenarios, and team-based operations.

🧭 Navigation

Navigation tools include analog compasses, GPS-ready field gear, and map-reading supplies to help you stay oriented when technology fails.

🛠️ Tools

From field maintenance to survival essentials, we stock knives, multi-tools, cleaning kits, and tactical tools from brands like Real Avid, SOG, and Pelican—rugged, mission-ready, and built to last.

⚡ Energy

Stay powered with cutting-edge energy solutions from Dark Energy, Bluetti, Streamlight, Uncharted Supply Co., and SureFire. We offer portable solar panels, power stations, ruggedized battery packs, and rechargeable lighting systems.

🧠 Skills

We support self-reliance through curated educational tools, survival kits, and training-focused bundles to help you develop critical skills—whether you’re just starting out or teaching others.

🤝 Community

Mountain Ready believes preparedness isn’t a solo mission. We foster connection through affiliate partnerships, customer education, and collaborations that strengthen resilient communities.

We proudly carry well-known, trusted brands in the preparedness and tactical industries. Every item in our store is hand-selected—no random dropshipping or gimmicks. If we wouldn’t trust it in a real emergency, you won’t find it here.

Yes! We offer free shipping on orders over $150 within the Continental U.S.

Whenever possible, we prioritize American-made gear, especially from small manufacturers aligned with our focus on quality and independence.

At Mountain Ready, we believe being equipped is only half the battle—knowing how to use your gear is just as important as owning it. That’s why we provide a growing library of educational content including:

• Blog posts with actionable preparedness advice
• Gear guides and product breakdowns
• Video content covering real-world use cases, demos, and survival skills
  

We also share regular tips, reviews, product launches, and field-tested gear updates across our social media channels. Follow us to stay sharp, informed, and part of the Mountain Ready community:

• Facebook
• YouTube
• Instagram
• TikTok
• Pinterest
• Twitter / X
• Threads
• Rumble
• Truth Social
  

Whether you're a beginner building your first go-bag or a seasoned prepper looking to refine your kit, our content is made to support your journey—because when you're mountain ready, you're mission ready.

While we currently operate online only, we’re actively exploring plans to open our first brick-and-mortar store in Seneca, South Carolina—right in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountain foothills.

In the meantime, Mountain Ready operates from several key locations:

• corporate office is based in Seneca, South Carolina
• warehouses in Seneca, South Carolina and Fort Worth, Texas
  

This setup allows us to serve customers across the U.S. quickly and efficiently, while keeping our roots grounded in the preparedness lifestyle we live every day.

We offer a wide range of secure and convenient payment options to make your checkout experience as smooth as possible. Currently, we accept:

• Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
• PayPal, Venmo
• JCB, Diners Club
• SSL-protected for peace of mind
  

💥 Coming Soon: Pay with Crypto

We're excited to announce that we’ll soon be accepting cryptocurrency payments, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and other major tokens. This new option will give our customers even more flexibility and privacy at checkout—perfect for the self-reliant mindset.

Whether you're stocking up for emergencies or upgrading your gear, we want to make it easy, fast, and secure to complete your order using the method that works best for you.

Absolutely! Email us through the Contact Us page or reach out directly for product recommendations, order questions, or general support—we’re a small team and respond personally.

Absolutely. At Mountain Ready, we believe in rewarding those who prioritize preparedness. We offer several ways to save and stay connected:

🎁 First-Time Visitor Discount

New to Mountain Ready? Subscribe to our newsletter and get 12% off your first order—no minimum required. It’s a great way to kickstart your kit or grab that one piece of gear you’ve been eyeing.

🏕️ VIP Membership Perks

Our VIP subscriber program is free to join and offers ongoing access to:

• Exclusive discounts and private sales
• Early access to new product drops and limited stock gear
• Special promotions tied to seasonal events, emergencies, and holidays
• Giveaways and gear drops available only to email or SMS subscribers
  

🎫 Gift Discounts & Seasonal Offers

Throughout the year, we offer curated gift bundles, holiday discounts, and flash sales on popular items like first aid kits, emergency food, water filters, and tactical gear. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or just outfitting someone you care about.

Whether you're shopping for yourself, a fellow prepper, or looking to build a thoughtful emergency gift, Mountain Ready makes it easy to gear up and save.