The Best Get-Home Bag and It’s Under 10lb! (4.5kg) - With Complete List
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- This is my lightweight urban survival get-home bag, which my wife and I have in each of our cars. I believe this is the best all-round inventory of essential and useful items that may be needed in a difficult situation, and it's the lightest solution I've yet found.
Designed for an urban environment in the southwest desert, these bags should provide for our needs if we have to walk up to 40 miles in or around the city. After a lot of research, careful consideration, and difficult choices from a wide range of possible items, these bags are complete, comfortable, and surprisingly light weight.
Perhaps some of the ideas here will help you create your own bag using this as a starting point.
Here's the complete list, with Amazon links for some specific items if you'd like to order them, or know more about the specific items we're using:
Bag
Sling Bag Shoulder Crossbody Bag
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extra waist strap (homemade)
carabiner
Shelter & Clothing
Mechanix gloves
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Frogg Toggs Ultra-Lite Poncho
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Tactical Desert Shemagh
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Titan Two-Sided Mylar Emergency Survival Space Blanket
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50 ft 550 paracord
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wool socks
zip ties
duct tape
Tools & Fire
Leatherman tool
SE KHK6320 Outdoor Tanto Knife with Fire Starter
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Celestron UpClose G2 10x25 Monocular
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Fenix E12 130-Lumen Flashlight
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Energizer High Performance LED Headlamp
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8.3" X 11.75" Large Premium Grade Fresnel Lens Full Page Magnifier
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Cyalume SnapLight White Glow Sticks
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spare AA batteries (lithium}
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spare AAA batteries (lithium}
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BIC lighter
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cotton balls in vaseline
2 x gallon zip-lok freezer bags
cash: 6 x $20 + 40 quarters
Navigation & Communications
Midland GXT1000VP4 36-Mile 50-Channel FRS/GMRS Two-Way Radio
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laminated city & state maps
Basic & Primitive Navigation Guide
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Suunto A-30L Field Compass
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Bayite Hard Shell Liquid Filled Button Compass
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UST Marine Micro StarFlash Mirror
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Binboll Stainless Steel High Decibel Emergency Whistle
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Rite in the Rain All-Weather Notebook
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Rite in the Rain All-Weather Pen
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Hygene & First-Aid
2 x dust masks
sun screen
lip balm
Ever Ready Compression Bandage
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first aid kit
- band-aids
- ace bandage
- aspirin / ibuprofen / acetomeniphen
- moleskin
- blister protection
- nitrile gloves
- baby wipes
- wet naps
hygiene kit
- toilet paper
- wipes
- hand sanitizer
- soap - button towels
- compact towel
- pStyle (for women)
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Food & Water
Slim Line Stainless Steel Water Bottle Canteen - 24oz
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4-Way Sillcock Key
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Aquamira Water Purifier Tablets
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Esbit Ultralight Folding Pocket Stove with Solid Fuel Tablets
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plastic spoon/fork combo
granola bars
beef jerky
instant coffee
electrolyte drink mix
sugar packets
Defense
Defense Technologies First Defense OC Stream MK-4
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Personal Items
glasses / contacts
personal medications
Also in the car, we carry a few additional items: tennis shoes; jacket; and hat. If you choose, add your gun and a spare magazine. - Jak na to + styl
Sounds crazy, and I am older, but I also keep a cruzer skateboard in the trunk. In a urban environment you can cover way more ground than walking.
This is hands down one of the best Get Home Bags I've ever seen and trust me, I've seen A LOT
Its bcoz of jacklink
For those who are a little critical of this load out remember this is a get home bag not a bug out or an inch bag. He does not really set a time or distance target. Since everyone is going to have different variables to contend, size and number of items will vary. This was an example of how one man decided to keep it small and light.
I thought he said something like 30 miles? Maybe an hours drive? Oh well like u said it's for him
This is seriously one of the best bags I have seen to date and I have watched a ton of videos! Most go a little crazy and end up with everything but the kitchen sink. This has everything and no overkill, love it!
Superb kit, very well done. Congratulations on not going overboard on unnecessary redundancy, getting too 'military' or indulging outlandish fantasy scenarios. You have kept it real and that is rare.
I get the impression hours of thought and a lifetime of experience went into the creation of this combination of gear, very well done.
Great pack. Like the fact you also carry shoes etc in the car too. On a daily basis I wear brogues, which are comfortable, but in the car I keep walking boots, better for bad weather and mud etc..
Wow, we almost have the exact contents. I too believe in being a minimalist and live in Tokyo. My bag is a soft light 3 way Porter Tanker briefcase that I can wear on either shoulder or as a backpack. A couple of items I carry are chopsticks which can be used for eating, stirring and can be used for protection. I also carry a rovyvon A5 flashlight that I can clip on my hat and use as a headlamp a regular flashlight and it has a red light on the side that I have used to clip on the back of my bag if I’m riding my skateboard down the street and want to be seen. I also carry a furoshiki which is almost like a bandana but think fabric origami. I can make a bag, bottle holder, a face mask and it is small and light. One last item I carry just in this bag is an iTouch. I use it as a secondary light source, compass, gps, camera, in case I need to take a video, take notes and because it’s cheaper than an iPhone and offline, I also photograph and store important information like a copy of my passport, insurance and medical cards, birth certificate, marriage license... etc. The one item I like in your pack is the monocular. I have a small binocular setup at present but I love the idea of taking up even less space. Domo arigato!
Thanks for the detail - you've got me thinking about several of your ideas. I particularly like the chopsticks - lightweight and a lot of uses.
One of the most sensible GHB set up’s I’ve come across. At the root of the whole scenario is walking and lots of it! So lightweight is the way, and keeping your feet (and back for that matter ) happy is key. My additions would be wider brimmed hat,sunscreen & bugspray for hotter climes and merino style hat ( buff’s are versatile) gloves and long sleeve for the colder zones. Top content, realistic and applicable
Years later, I still refer back to this video as a go-to guide. Great job.
You’re get home bag is probably one of the most sensible and realistically useful bags I’ve seen. It doesn’t have a ton of stuff you will never need or use. Most of the other idiots out there either want to create a 50 pound bag or they act like they are going to go camping in the woods for two weeks when they have to unfortunately walk home from work home from work.
I want to again thank you for your outstanding vids on contents of the different bags/packs. I too live in the desert , and spend a lot of time in or traveling in the desert and use your info on the separate systems for the baseline of my bags/packs that I carry and use. I do hope that you continue to post more of your great info vids.....thanks again.
You said you would be able to travel up to 30 miles to get home. I have a similar distance from work to home, 35 miles. In a natural disaster situation or even a SHTF situation, I don't think you have enough food. I would also look into SAWYER squeeze water filters. Very well priced and convenient.
The average person who is reasonably fit can be expected to walk 3 miles per hour. I can tell you with certainty that walking 3 miles per hour with a heavy back ( in my case Army rucksack) and walking 21 miles at age 18 when I was in good health and very physically fit was a challenge. I am now 50 (cringe) and no longer the physically fit soldier I was in 1986. I told my wife when planning my get home bag was, to not expect me for up to 2 weeks. I built my bag around that time frame.
Keep in mind, I am coming at it from a different perspective than you might be. I see moving at night, as quietly as possible, and keeping minimal contact with unknown persons along with noise and light discipline will be key to getting home safely for me.
In a survival situation, you should keep in mind that you will not be the only ones going through the situation. ANYTHING you have that someone who has less of than you could try and take advantage of the situation and remove you from your items. You should be moving slower, don't rely on TAP water or pools. Having a filter expands your means of securing water. Also look at a Bota bag (spelling? Think wine skin) collapseable when not needed and can hold I think a 1 liter or 1.5 liters of water.
I don't mean to imply that your setup was wrong or is bad, I'm just looking at it from a feeling of time. Less food and water equals less time to move quietly and safely. More food and water gives you the time to get home without having to make rash decisions to press home simply because you are out of food and water.
General rule of thumb to remember:
If your thirsty you are already 2% dehydrated.
Average person needs 1 gallon of water per day (not including hygene)
Looking forward to your next video. Keep up the good work!
It’s been while since I did 20 miles on foot, and that was about 7 hours and I wasn’t carrying anything. (Like you, I was much younger.)
I know I carry enough “personal reserves” to last a few days without food, although having some carbs for energy would be a boost. The filter is a good idea to save time - no need to boil water. Summer here in the southwest desert drives water needs to more like 2-3 gallons/day, but the upside is nearly *every* house has a pool. With the silcock key, potable water will be available as long as the gravity tanks for city water lasts. I don’t show personal security beyond the pepper spray, but both my wife and I are much more capable than most in this area. The ten-pound design limit should make the walk considerably easier than your ruck did back then. (Thanks for serving.)
One of the best Bug Home Bags with comprehensive list online ! Excellent display !
Best get-home kit I've seen on youtube. Good work, thanks for sharing.
If you live in cold climate you have to go with lithium, alkaline drain in cold temps so fast
Legitimately the best urban get home bag I've seen. Very well thought out. I really can't believe how many do not have sun screen/chapstick or rain gear or cold gear. Core body temperature is priority one!
Excellent job. The water key for Urban environment is a great idea.
Thanks for a great light weight option bag.
Excellent video. Definitely a more balanced view of being prepared. Thanks for sharing.
One of the best GHB's I have seen on youtube. Well thought out.
This is the best bag I've seen....If I have 1 criticism it would be a little more water storage because you live in a desert area ....some water purification tabs & an Aquamira water straw ....the water storage can be easily solved by buying a bottle of water & keeping the plastic bottle or buying a cheap roll up water bottle.
I like that your thinking about keeping the weight down but if your going to carry a little extra weight make sure it's in consumables ...food & water....I've heard quoted the myth that you can go "3 weeks without food & survive "well if your following that meme you won't be very active & you certainly won't be making the best decisions..food is your ability to think & move.
The roll up collapsible water bags are the best. Small & compact. I just discovered those.
Great setup! Nice to see a lightweight bag that actually has stuff you'll use and not a ton of extra stuff in it.
Well done. You’ve obviously done your research. Kudos.
Nicely done video. It was concise, informative and I’ll make a couple updates to my Urban Bag.
Thanks much
Thanks for the kind feedback. It's especially gratifying to have contributed an idea for your bag.
Excellent job!!
Thanks for the kind comment. I’m very happy with these bags, and they occupy a space in the trunks of our cars. We replace the water and food every six months.
one of the best videos i have seen. well done.
Great video, very well thought out.
Thanks for the great video! Excellent ideas!
Best bag I've seen so far. 👍👊💥 Thank you
Nice thought out kit...one of the best ones on youtube..great job
Thank you - I appreciate the feedback.
Great clip. Precise and too the point.
probably the best all around get home bag I've seen!
Great video, thanks for the tips.
Thanks, that was very helpful.
A small folding umbrella will help keep sun or rain off of you. Excellent video.
Awesome kit! Very well thought out. Liked and subbed
Thanks! It’s much appreciated.
I think this is great everything you really need to get home not a huge bag I will be down sizing mine !!!
Great Videos Thanks like how you do talk through items and that items are listed below
I like your get home bag. At least it gives us idea what to get.
Thanks for doing all this research. My bag was getting way to big. With your pointers I should be able to put my bag on a diet. Thanks again and have a good day.
Check out the lightweight “Gray Man” version of these bags. I used careful weight planning and efficient organization to make a set of lighter bags that cover all the bases for my desert environment, and could be the core of bags for any environment. The packs are lighter, better planned, and more covert. czcams.com/video/ZdVaqKto8SQ/video.html
I wish you had more videos! This is one of my favorite survival videos and ive seen them all. The layout and flow of the video is fantastic. I hope you continue creating content. Maybe a bug out bag next?
Thanks, Cam. Your kind comments are most appreciated. I have several more videos in the works, and I think your suggestion has inspired me to shoot one on our bug-out bags. Check bag over the next few weeks...
Nice video... well made and informative. It's a great "base" configuration, to which anyone can adjust to meet local needs, but it's pretty versatile as it stands.
Thanks, Ray.
This bag is alot better than most I have been looking at lately.
So much more practical.
I base my bag on a one night out and two day walking. I never work more than an hour's drive from home so I base my bags contents on that.
I appreciate that America is a whole lot different to the UK and you will need different items to us.
I like your sanitization bag, makes a bad situation a whole lot more comfortable and sets your mind right.
Maybe more cash. If I simple breakdown and 200 miles from home, ready cash is what i need more than anything in a bag. £300 and I'm going home safely either that night or after a night in a bed and breakfast hotel.
Thanks for the kind feedback, and the background info. It’s been incredibly helpful when people like yourself share thoughts and opinions that I can add those factors to my own knowledge. Best wishes to you, and for the future of the UK.
Another excellent video.
First video ive seen that mention medications not pain relievers , thank u. Also sunblock is great . ive added ear plugs and nasal spray, eye drops. So glad i found your channel👍
A lot of useful information and resources for you and with a few modifications to the contents a great starter for its intended purpose l
Very nice vid, great gear, good job!
Thank you - I appreciate the feedback.
Good job!
Great bag and video. I have that same knife!
For you, this is an avocation, not a hobby. The rest of us benefit from your analytical approach. Few people who post their ideas advertise things like design distance, etc. Appreciate your sharing.
I think your bag is very practical and you're obviously carrying things we use all the time (Lighter, knife, recharging batteries for cell phone, etc). I like the idea of having things that one might need, not only for an emergency, but in daily life like stuff to clean up if you get dirty or you need to re-bandage a cut. I eat out a lot so I like having a spork and I always have an insulated cup to fill up on soda when I am driving around and feel dehydrated.
Living in Florida, in a busy suburban/city area, I prefer to travel light, although bags and backpacks are very common here, I don't want to look suspicious. Even if I keep a bag in the car, I like to have a few items on my person, of course I need my money, ID, keys and phone. The car bag I hope will encourage me to pack those items I may not think I would ever need, but should have just in case like shelter supplies or extra food, water and first aid items.
Good thinking. I wanted to be sure either my wife of myself had what we’d need to get home overnight, without help, and on foot, from a distance of up to 35 miles.
Nice ! Well done!
Really enjoying your vids. Hope you have more stuff coming. You have a great presentation style, +1 sub
Thanks for the kind feedback. You might be interested in the “gray man” bug out bag we built, which are designed for 72 hours. czcams.com/video/ZdVaqKto8SQ/video.html.
Really Like Your Consistant, Calm and Pleasently EQ'd Voice Control. Very Detailed and Inteligently Thought Through with Very Good Product Imagery and Lighting ..Your Delivery and Time is Worth Paying For, Thank You So Much For Genuinely Caring About Your Fellow Spirits Just Trying To Keep Up With The (What the heck is going on!?) World weve been delt! ..I Wish For You and Your Family Much Peace n light 🌎
Many thanks for the very kind comments. It’s very rewarding to discuss these ttopics with people that are also interested and have experiences and knowledge to share. All the best to you, your family, and those that enjoy the channel.
Good sturdy and well thought out vid ! I noticed you have coffee and sugar so maybe some type of nesting cup for the water bottle, that way your not contaminating your water bottle. Second of your vids I’ve watched and you put a lot of effort into these thank you !!
To cut down on size and weight, I've replaced most of my 550 cord with Kevlar cord. For my urban bag loadout, I included a pair of cut resistant gloves and Kevlar Protective Arm Sleeves. They double as arm warmers too but nice to have if you need defensive protection in urban situations. Great video. Totally overlooked the coffee filters. I have them in my first bag but for some reason, they got sidelined in others.
Some of the other items I've replaced:
I do carry one stainless cup but I'm a firm believer in using water purifiers vs filters. So, I've canned my "life straws" with Water One Pure Sip Personal Water Purification Filters and I use the GRAYL Ultralight Water Purifier. The One Pure will fit most squeeze bags and the iodine doesn't bother me.
Great suggestions all around. I’ll check out the kevlar and the filters - they sound pretty interesting. Many thanks.
Great video
I've been using a sling pack for some time and didn't want to give it up. You're the first person I've come across to use one as a get home bag. Thank you so much.
Thanks. I added some one-inch web and buckles as a waist strap, which makes the sling pack a lot more comfortable. I agree on the sling pack -- being able to switch shoulders from time to time is great for comfort as well.
Lucky u, I have been trying to figure out if you can use a sling bag as a hiking ultra light backpack. This is the closest I can find so far. I cannot figure out how to get a sleeping bag and 4 days worth of food.
You might check out the 5.11 Select Carry. It’s a larger sling pack - very comfortable, very well-built. It’s designed for a much different purpose, but might give you a better shot at your goal. I’m very impressed with this new bag.
thank u ill look into it.
Great video!
Many thanks!
Complete no doubt!
I don’t care for these sling packs on my back, but I keep one with my go bag. If you put it on the front of you and then put on your backpack you now have an added way to secure “valuable s “ along the way. Extra water bottles, jacket or beech towel. Maybe you can score a decent purchase at a supermarket it it’s early on. When I did a practice run with a buddy I was in my work truck. It is full of resources, nothing I would readily incorporate into a go bag but things I saw a value in for sure. I rolled up a moving blanket, took a couple of plastic drop clothes a few hand tools masks, ear plugs, handful of nails. I also always have a case of water in the truck and plenty of snacks for an energy boost.
The sling bag gave me an option of lessening the suck factor, and if it got in my way I could always thin it out or dump it all together.
I keep bolt cutters for getting thru fencing and a pry bar. Great video.
I agree with this for an urban environment. The thing that sucks is the weight...big trade-off between carrying or not...
Good stuff. But the music in the background is so distracting.
Wow this is the best light weight Get Home Bag I've seen so far.
If it would be mine I would take one extra item and that being a power bank for my phone.
Thanks for the kind comment. A small power bank could easily be added, and could help a lot in a ‘get home” situation.
Nice "lighter weight" kit man :D I've started to grow fond of these "convertible " type of ponchos.
Everybody would add something but think about a bottle of Iodine and a roll of training tape [a blister kit].
I agree with others that at least more water capacity [bottles].
Check out Peak Gear backpacks. Lightweight and well made.
I would consider a titanium bushbox (folding stove). They weigh nothing, it eliminates the need to process wood for a fire to boil water as you only need to use small sticks. They are a breeze to set up, and I find it alot easier dealing with something that has a cook surface rather than preparing and area and building a camp fire.
I do use dehydrated foodstuffs in my pack, so boiling water is a norm for my kit, but I think its something to consider.
Excellent video I've been considering one of these you made it a lot easier although I never heard of a shemagh or knew about the keys for water faucets the only thing I would add is one of those water filter straws but I'm sure they're expensive thanks for the video
Thanks for the comment. The life straws are down to about $20, so pretty accessible - and you can’t live without water...
Very nice no nonsense bag. Everything in it YOU would use
Good all around bag and well thought out. You might consider a Sawyer Mini water filter for fast purification on the go.
Excellent suggestion. Thanks. You’ll see I’ve taken your advice in the next video.
if i might make a suggestion i would add a set of lockpicks. i have a frog poncho myself and love it, but there may be cases where it would be advantageous to get off the street. thanks for the time and effort you put into this, very nicely done!
Good suggestion - I do have lockpicks, and they'd could certainly be handy in WROL. Not much in weight, either. In the same kind of scenario, avoiding others might be an important tactic. I didn't specifically mention it, but I'll bet you noticed the whole bag is designed with "gray man" in mind. Thanks for the feedback.
That music is driving me around the twist.
Almost perfect preparing bag!
Super video and the contents are spot on. I have almost and identical kit except I use a standard backpack. I also have two 55 gallon contractor bags and I added oven bake bags as you can heat them up.
Many thanks for the kind comments. I like the can liner idea, and especially the bake bag.
Desert Prep they aren’t original ideas so I can’t take credit. I got them from a channel called MeZillch. The guy is amazing at making EDC kits.
Thanks for the pointer - I’ll check it out. another peoples’ videos have been a terrific resource and great inspiration. All the best!
Yup it’s an awesome channel. I’ve added it to my featured channels, and I’m going to spend some time in the videos. Thanks so much for the recommendation!
very nice. I would however get the water bladder. leave it empty till you need it, in the event you find a water source. cill cock key is something 95% of the people over look. you put together a darn good bag! good job.
An actual get home bag
Another good item to add is Propel packets.To help with your electrolytes and dehydration.
Judith Thompson he already had tablets for that plus the jerky. Most people don’t know that it is better to get electrolytes from food than from drink mix. The mixes however do tend to be more inclusive. Adding peanut butter and dried apricot chips would provide a good balance to his selection.
The one thing that I would add would be a contractor garbage bag. They are really versatile and a single bag does not weigh much even though it could get bulky if just crushed into a ball.
The full sized 55-gallon can liners are terrific, and I do have them in some other kit. They do weigh a bit, and that’s a high price for an item without a specific purpose. If I don’t have any of the specific shelter items I need to carry, the can liner is in. If I have everything, then I’d ditch the weight. (I just spent two weeks working function against weight for a new gray man video.). Thanks for the comment.
Thank you for the video. It gave me a couple of new ideas (hose bib key) and reinforced some of the trade offs that I made on my bag for the sake of weight.
To me mobility was always the key point of a get home bag. Can't get home if you can't move. I would love to see videos of some of these guys lugging their 30 pound bags on a 10 or 15 mile hike.
Solid bag. Serves its purpose of getting home. nomore no less 👍🏼
We decided to not have headlights, and each day two single as flashlights and radios that use double a batteries. That way all the equipment used the same batteries. The flashlights we use have a clip that can be flipped to the brim of a baseball hat.
What would you recommend for an urban Altoids tin survival kit? Most I've seen are kinda lacking :/ .
Another well researched and presented video. Good ideas all. I noticed one of your tags is misspelled... "get home babe 2017"....just fyi.
LOL - freudian slip - musta been thinking of my hot wife when I typed that. Thanks for the note - I’ll get that corrected.
No problem, I do that all the time too... but I know how important those tags are.
Very good items. Well thought out....I might include a good rechargeable LED head lamp...keeping ur hands free and a solar power bank. Do u EDC? IFAK?
Try using the maxpedition monsoon sling pack AWESOME bag I usu it my self love your video I love the monsoon gear sling pack it's perfect .
Over $100 for a pack is out of most peoples price range. The pack he has is very lightweight and will not hinder most people if they would have to carry it.
Thats not a saw on the back of the knife. Its for better grip
Good job on thinking of Getting Home and thinking of bag weight, size. Maybe heavy duty contractor bag for additional cover. Small rolls of colored duct tape to mark (if needed). Looking at lots of videos now. Thanks.
A can liner is a great idea - have to balance out weight vs utility - but it has a lot of uses. I do have it in my bail-out bag.
great set up! A lot of good knowledge... I like the very basic/lightweight bag that doesn't scream tactical survival. great video, I have a few similar check them out! I subscribed!
I took a look at your video. Great minimalist setup. ILike your point about the WX (weather) radio. I didn’t think to mention it in my video, but the Midland units include weather band, so I’m covered. My wife has a duplicate bag in her car, and we could theoretically communicate over the limited range of the handhelds. Apparently, we have similar vehicular preferences...
I use a Maxpedition Laptop Backpack bag that fits a 17" or smaller laptop. And the large inside pockets fit NIJ Level IIIA Backpack Soft (or Hard) Armor. Also recently put medal clips from AR500 onto my shoulder strap so can also use it as a waist belt. The pack has room for a Trauma Kit. And the bag is setup to be VA, TSA and school friendly. tjl P.S. a topo map goes great with a compass.
Hmmm... interesting concepts, laptop bag is good for gray man. First time I’ve heard about the armor, and the the topo map is a really useful idea, especially if you lose your transportation outside the city. (There’s a LOT of wilderness around my city, so walking to the nearest house is pretty much fantasy.)
Great little kit. I like the sling pack because you can change position whereas back pack would not let evaporation under it. My comments presuppose you have adequate shoes, hat, jacket and clothing already worn. Put your spare clothes in the ziplock bag. The main things I would like to see added is an anti chafing stick, hydration bladder, cup and Sawyer mini. The camp towel is not needed as shemagh will do what you would use towel for. I would also add a little more food. Maybe a mountain house meal, peanut butter or peanuts, and dried apricot chips for fats, and potassium.
Perspiration takes lot of water and electrolytes. It is better to get those from food than just drink mixes.
Great feedback. I should have mentioned that these packs are accompanied by worn-in runners, hat and jacket, plus personal protection in our cars. EDC also provides two additional fire sources, automatic watch, good quality folding knife, flashlight, mini tool and boo boo kit.
I’m in a true urban/suburban environment. I’m never using a hydration bladder. There’s fresh water everywhere. If it was suddenly grid down SHTF I’m hauling ass 16 miles home. I’ll pass umpteen gas stations and party stores. The marauders won’t be out yet. Most people will still be in denial/confusion. It’s pre-panic time & it’s not bug out bag.
Back ground music is a little to hi in volume and distracting.., can't hear your voice clearly.
good info ..cheers
Would you change anything on this if you were in a rural area?
Love the video - maybe add a tiny tube of superglue
That’s a great kit, but I too would add extra water carrying capacity, in case you find good water once and don’t want to risk approaching buildings for more. Another 4 litres worth of roll up water bags in summer.
35 miles is a long way to walk in one go, and depending on conditions could take 3 days, with a need to sleep twice for a few hours, so the means to sleep comfortably is important, though bulky. I guess nights there can get pretty cold at certain times of the year, and space blankets are no good either. Do you have a plan for that?
It's a good point. Spring and fall, I change out the snacks, refresh the water, and add/remove seasonal clothing. Besides some EDC items, there's a set of worn-in runners, socks, hat and personal protection stored with the bags.
I do wish people wouldn't say that they have money in a bug out/back home bags.
Why not?
Nice kit, I would recommend something higher in calories like a few servings of trail mix. Caffeine pills are also a good low cost way to stay alert. Walking 10 plus miles with any weight on your back will make you very tired and hungry because of the excess calorie burn.
Good idea. The Kashi bars are essentially trail mix plus honey, but Bear Naked granola in a snack bag is something I think I’ll add. Thanks for taking the time to comment.
Great kit but if you want coffee I would only add a ss cup but if you don’t want the weight I’d use a small meatloaf alum foil pan it can be folded up flat that way you boil the water you need not the whole bottle
Do you have dimensions on the bag?
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lightweight is essential in the desert