Trying to build a fire can be very frustrating when you are on a camping trip.  It is one of those times when you realise the importance of a fire starter kit. It is very interesting to prepare your own fire kit.  It will take you time but it’s totally worth it.

Let’s go through these 7 fire starter kits that help you build a fire.

8 in 1 Fire Starter Kit by Front Range First Defence

The 8-in-1 fire starter kit is perfect for those who want only basic tools in a small container. An ideal entry level kit that includes a mini Bic lighter, fire starting tinder, rubber bands, 10 x UCO Stormproof matches, 5ft of Titan Survivor Cord for a bow drill kit, serrated knife, emergency mirror and  water purifiers. All these tools are packed in a watertight container.

Fire Starter Kit by Kaeser

This fire starter kit is specially organised for those who want to build up a chemical-free fire. It is a compact kit that includes fatwood sticks soaked in resin of the trees. You just need to take out fatwood sticks, Ferro rod, striker and 48 inch jute piece which is soaked in soy wax from a metal tin container and light up a fire.

Primitive Fire Starter Kit- Bow Drill Kit

If you are in search of something more unique than usual techniques to light up a fire then this primitive fire starter kit is ideal for you. Not everyone can use it as it requires a skill. Make sure you know the procedure to use it as you don't want to cause a wood fire. It includes a red oak fire bow, 3 spindles, 2 fire boards, 12 inches jute piece, leather coal catcher, instruction sheet, a friction-less clay palm rock and oakum nesting material.

Carbon Steel Fire Striker Kit by Konvoysg

The carbon steel fire striker kit is designed keeping in mind the traditional technique to light up a fire. Earlier, people used to strike the steel on flint and this helps build up a fire. Likewise, bow drill method it also requires skill. A hand forged carbon steel striker, a piece of English flint and a bag of char cloth are packed in a leather pouch.

Survival Systems Fire Module by Solkoa

This is one of the most convenient, compact and perfect kits for hikers that have enough fire lighting materials. This kit contains a faststrike sparking rod, 10 stormproof matches, 2 tinders, 2 beeswax candles and 4 cotton tinder tabs soaked in wax.

Copper Tinder Box Fire Starter by Garrett Wade

If you want to gift any of your hiker friends a useful thing, this copper tinder box fire starter is just perfect. It is an easy-to-use, unique technique to build up a fire as it includes char cloth, striking steel, flint, and dry jute short strands.

Emergency Fire Kit by Zippo

This is a great fire kit for emergencies. It is lightweight and small-size and includes 5 light tinders which can be refilled once they all get burnt. It floats and creates an illuminating spark.

Create Your Own Fire Starter Kit

It isn't essential to rely on one technique for building up a fire. Therefore, accordingly you could create your own fire starter kit. Below are some of the components that you can include in your kit.

Impervious Container - It is very easy to use as you can store all the fire starting materials and it will protect everything from spillage when packed in a bag.

Lighter and Matches - A lighter can help you but make sure to keep a backup as it may not work in windy or cold weather. You can also put some matches in your impervious container.

Magnesium and Ferro rods - These rods can be of great help where lighter and matches won’t work as on scrubbing with knife’s back, it produces spark.

Petroleum Jelly and Cotton Wool - You can dip the cotton wool into the petroleum jelly. It is the most efficient and convenient method.

Inner Tube of a Bicycle Tyre - It catches fire easily and last long as it is made of rubber.

Knife - It is an essential to scrape the Ferro or magnesium rod and to make tinder out of woods by cutting them.