I swear by a simple bandana—totally underrated and so versatile. I’ve used mine for everything from filtering water (in a pinch), tying up bundles of herbs, making a sling for a sore arm, and even keeping bugs off the back of my neck when gardening. Wet it and put it around your neck to keep cool or cover your mouth in a dusty wind. Plus, they’re light, cheap, and take up no space at all.
A lot of folks overlook basic stuff like that because it seems too simple, but I keep a couple tucked in every kit and stashed around the house. Sometimes it’s those old-fashioned, multipurpose items that end up being the handiest.
Anyone else got a multi-use favorite like that? Or maybe something that’s got you out of a bind you didn’t expect?
