My Emergency Get-Me-Home Grab Bag. What I Keep In My Bug-Out Bag BOB.
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- Being prepared for an emergency is really important, hopefully it’ll never happen, but just suppose it does, would you be able to survive until help arrived or make it to safety even if that took several days with just the items on your person?
In this video, I go through the contents of my emergency ‘get me home’ grab bag or bug-out bag (BOB). A selection of emergency items that would hopefully help me if it all went pear shaped! First aid equipment, water treatment, basic shelter kit, a means of making fire and food supplies. It is certainly not a comprehensive list and there are almost certainly items I will change or add as I think of them, but hopefully I’ve got most things covered!
An emergency doesn’t necessarily mean the Apocalypse, a car accident or break-down on a remote stretch of road, being the first on the scene of a car accident, a terrorist incident, a natural disaster, unusual or unexpected weather conditions such a snow storm, or just simply forgetting an essential item on a trip! Hopefully, I’ll never need it, but I know it is there in my vehicle if I ever do!
I hope you enjoy the video and find it useful. Thanks for watching!
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Great bag! I really appreciate you taking the time to make this video. You might want to look into a sawyer squeeze to filter your water. You can just put it directly on top of your water bottles whenever you want a drink. Also a couple of heavy mil trash bags would be very useful for making a softer bed & don’t take up much space in your bag. Thank you & I hope that this message finds you well!
Thank you Simon for another great professionally-made educational video. Your videos are both professional and friendly. And thanks for not being one of the many CZcamsrs who love to hear themselves go on about nothing. Your videos get straight to the point and we appreciate you for it. All the best to you.
Thank you! That is hugely appreciated! 😁👍
NICE! Very well put together kit that does the job but does not break the bank. With knowledge, this kit could help anyone out of a bad situation.Here in the tropics (Philippines), we would definitely add mosquito repellent, our bugs often carry some bad things. We might also add a powdered sports drink to get electrolytes into a dehydrated person quickly, again, because of our location.
My Brotha I found this to be the best emergency kit I have seen. Here in the US and you probably have seen, most videos are made by gear junkies. #3 different knives, an axe and a saw, 17 million ways to start fire etc. Your vid was honestly very refreshing to see. Sorry that you have to toe the line when it comes to your knife laws, but gotta make those hard choices sometimes.
Thank you! It’s better to keep things simple I think - if and when a situation arises, there are enough decisions to make without thinking about which knife to use hahaha. 👍
And always a Glock, an AR15, and full combat belt kit 😆 of course, despite the chance of ever needing them being vanishingly small in the US. On the knife thing, the blade law in the UK gives police a fair bit of leeway, that I’m sure would be given if there was a mass car-abandoning snowstorm.
Brilliant. I have been trying to put together a bug out bag for my car in the winter months, but found I was doubling up on a lot of items. Your video has helped me to focus more and get back on track. Thank you!
Thank you - glad it helped! Happy Christmas, Simon 🎄
That's a hell of a kit👍
That was great and yes I was shocked at first to see land Rover not starting 😆
Hahaha - they are not well known for build quality, but at least when they fall apart, you can fix them with minimal tools - good old mechanical machines - wouldn’t have a clue with a modern computerised engine!
@@simonablokeinthewoods Nice! It looks as old as my Jeep. :)
If your packing a fixed blade knife I would recommend rolling it up in your tarp or sleeping bag. Has saved me in the past, can't say anything about todays climate.
FFS carry an axe and a saw, if you are out in the wilds in a landie, who is gonna complain?
@@inregionecaecorum still, it's ridiculous not being able to carry a knife.
Wouldn’t it be a pain to have to unroll your sleeping bag every time you have to cut something?
117rebel - the idea of having it rolled up in a bag is so you don’t get arrested. Presumably once you put your bag on the knife can come out.
Andy P the purpose of rolling it into something makes it difficult to access while transporting or in a public environment. I don't know where you go camping but I've never run into any police when actually camping.
Your dedication to tell a story is amazing, and it shows in a this great video. I live in an area that is supposedly ripe for a "mega" earthquake some day, so I keep a bag in my car too that would allow me to get through a few days. One thing needed is a small stove and pot, and your set up makes sense to me. Thanks again for information that is useful to me, even though I'm 5,000 miles away.
Thank you, glad it was useful! Fingers crossed you’ll never need it! 🤞🙂
A camouflage tarp would be great in snow!
Looks like a good impromptu camping kit!
thanks, Simon - love catching up on these older videos - and after watching this I no longer fear the Zombie apocalypse 😁
Hahaha - it all seems a bit more real at the moment doesn’t it! Stay safe and keep well. 👍
I feel your pain when it comes to the regulations over kinfes and firearms even though I live in the great state of Texas. Working on a installation that has tough regulations on what you can and cannot have in your vehicle or on your person, its hard to keep a good get home bag.
In Alabama our Supreme court handed down a ruling that an employer can NOT regulate what an employee has in their car as far as the 2nd A goes. Im sure that doesn't go far when you work on a Federal Installation.
Great set up and always good to hear another's view on the 'get me home kit'. Thanks for sharing
Good tips Simon, thanks. A few items there that are a good idea and I missed them 👍🏻
Nice one, always be prepared. I think I would include a whistle as well. :)
Cheers! Yes, a whistle is a good idea!
@@simonablokeinthewoods here's something you're missing inside your Coyote BOB in this video I highly recommend storing: 1 Condor Outdoor Knife Arsenal Carry Case in Black or OD (Olive Drab) Green filled with 6 of the same Spring Assisted Folding Pocket Knives or 6 different variety of Spring Assisted Folding Pocket Knives depending on their size after all ya should always have a backup Knife 4 your Main/Primary Knife or better yet a few backup Knives 2 be better prepared just in case something happens 2 your Main/Primary Knife such as ya la lose your Main/Primary Knife someplace/somewhere!
Simon, this is great info for anyone caught in ANY situation. If I should lose power in the winter in a storm, I actually have a lot of what I would need to take care. A wood stove in the house is obviously a plus!!! a 5 or 6+ day supply of wood in the woodshed, if it's wintertime. I have a couple of freezers in an outside garage with food that would keep for a time if cold enough. Your information is not only essential but inspirational - makes you think about emergencies and what you would need to do, even if at home!! I wouldn't want to have to go it alone like this, but I know I could!!!
Thanks Maggie!
You make a very good point about being prepared, not only away from home, but at home too! We have the means to keep warm (a wood stove like you) a means to cook (I’m a man of many stoves!!) and various kerosene lamps for light. There’s usually plenty of food in the house too. Prepared, prepared, prepared! 😁
Love that you carry an emergency bag in your vehicle. Living in Alaska for a number of years we prepared and carried our emergency pack in our vehicle as well. Thanks for sharing.😊
Nice pace and good explanations. You've got enough gear and nothing fancy or expensive. We all like "cool" gear, but it's about being prepared to take care of ourselves. Enjoyed your video.
Thank you! 👍
The effort of filming your landy 'breaking down' was definitely worth it... fantastic start to the video! Great bug out bag too - I'm definitely going to add one to mine and the wife's car ✌🏽
Funkypreper would be proud of you 😊 lol nice one Simon
😂😂 cheers Steve!
Lol yeah Darren would be impresses. Not too much. Just enough.
Tuna in foil sachets are a thing to consider. Light as and good protien source, and cheap.
If you get the type of tuna that's in oil, you can make a lamp using the oil and a wick.
The only part of that I would worry about is how it would keep say if you keep your pack in a hot car. But I snack on those individual serving Tuna packages all the time so would certainly consider keeping a few in a get home bag. I'd prefer my bag to be relatively low maintenance.
@@Shane-Singleton as long as you aren't in the 100° range (American, idk Celsius sorry) a tin would be fine. I agree that the pouches can expand and open at 120° which a car can heat up to in 100° weather.
@@johnmichaels4330 Texas here. If it won't withstand 110 in August in the trunk of a black car I can't use it.
@@Shane-Singleton yup, Houston area here. Same thing.
Used my blanket at an accident. So go bags are great to have. Thanks Simon. Can see a bunch of stuff to add
I think you can carry the Mora as long as you can prove what it's for. Nice video and I really enjoyed it. Keep up the good work.
As others have said A whistle, I use a Fox 40. When I had a vehicle I always had an emergency box in it. Usually a Colman single burner stove, water and some food (regularly rotated out), first aid kit, road safety kit ( flairs etc.) a blanket , sleeping bag and some emergency candles. One candle will keep the interior of a car warm at -40, but you have to make sure you have some ventilation. I usually had a walking out bag similar to what you have. With the fixed blades knife if the police over there are like the ones here as long as you where not in an urban area and in the countryside you should have no problem with it in the bag, until using it.
A whistle is a good idea! And I’m going to add some candles too! It seems that if you can show you have good cause and reason to have a knife , you’ll be okay! Cheers, Simon
That's a cracking kit, with all the essentials covered. Recently came across your channel, and am really enjoying your content.
Best wishes,
Ben.
Thanks Ben!
Glad to see that you have returned Simon !
Like I said before, seen A few things I don’t have that I will get and I like the Land Rover .
Have a nice day . Thanks!
Cheers Johnny!
Amazing just how much stuff we can put in these packs. Carefully selected, they can help us survive many scenarios. Love the UK, shame you have to worry about owning a simple Mora knife.
Yeah, that is crazy..... absolutely crazy.
Excellent Video Simon , love the old land rovers , excellent info on the B.O.B ☕️😎👍🏼🌲🏕🍁🍄🔥🍂🍃☘️🌿🌱 keep on Bushcrafting
I would add some money :) if only a five pound note :)
Good idea! You walk for days to reach civilisation, but if you’ve got no cash when you get there to buy food/make a phone call etc, that would be a complete bummer!!
Cracking vid Simon good to see the land rover self repaired, seriously though I do a lot of small inflatable boat tips and carried much the same as you for years never needed it but it does give you confidence to know you're self sufficient if the proverbial hits the fan keep um coming mate cheers
Thanks Jeff! Always good to be prepared - hopefully you’ll never need it!
Atb, Simon
Very well thought out, only thing I would like to have is, possibly some small fishing line and hooks. All together it is an awesome bag Mate. exceptional video as expected from you. Atb Von
Thanks mate! Fishing kit is a good addition! It’s an art form I need to improve on - I am a terrible fisherman hahaha!
@@simonablokeinthewoods Extra thick fishing line so that you can lay out night lines to catch eels in ponds.
And back again! Great Filming!
A typical bug-out bag for survival sytuation with bushcraf skills.
In the Netherlands we are used to more snow I think. Getting stuck with a car on the highway in wintertime is realistic. Sometimes dramatic. Even a overnighter has happend. With lots of snow. Espacialy in combination with high wind. Snow dunes in combination lots of traffic is a real heazert. I'll keep in my car a good blanked, a jacked, pair of cloves, a beany and extra clothes. Also shoes suiteble for bad weather. Food is some crackers and Mexican corn flapjacks and a pot of pinutbutter. Also a plastic bottle 3/4 filled with water. (It will freeze up at some moment, water expand)
You can't let your car run for heating. You run out of fuel and the car can fill up with CO with snow everywere. A few small simple candles in a half open soda can gives surprisingly much heat in a car. (OK, the car becomes graesy on the insite) My kit has also it's use for waiting for help bij a car breakdown with bad weather. Tip: never ware the yellow vest. Buy a orange one ;-)
BTW I've workt for 12 years on a graveyard. Never met a zombie. :-D
Yes, we have that risk here too - like NL, Norfolk is flat so we get drifting and every year people get stranded in their cars.
Nice idea to use candles as a heater - I think I’ll include some in my bag!
Cheers, Simon
Nice kit. Something simple that does not require a small fortune
I'd have a few toiletries - wet wipes, toothbrush etc. Plus some work gloves to protect your hands and warm socks (can also work as mittens when cold) and change of undies, if doing a lot of walking need to keep you feet in good condition and don't want chaffing of your bits either :)
The lightest kit I would ever carry is a metal water bottle, a good fixed blade knife, and gloves. Your hands are the most important tool you have. You can injure any other body part and still reasonably take care of survival tasks, your hands go and your screwed.
Thank you my friend Simon! Enjoyed this video! Was informative!
Blessings!
Thanks David!
Great kit Simon!!! I'd love to see a follow up video on testing the kit for a reenactment and use it for a couple nights!!!!
Stay tuned my friend! Planning on doing an overnighter with it in the new year (Jan or Feb) 👍
Great tips for kit there I’ve carried a Bob/get home bag since I was about 16 I’m 41 now lol and yes I ust to carry a small Bowie in my bag but swooped it out for a mora also but I have been stoped a few time it the years and had the bag searched they have seen the mora on both occasions in different parts of the country once in south east uk on the m25 and the other in Devon. Both time the bag got serched and I was asked about the knife etc and I explained it and the bag wich they pretty much already under stood the reason for the bag before getting to the knife theirs also a opinal in there to which they said about locking and why I could not just use this knife and not have the mora. I explained about split I g woods for fire in a emergency’s to and both time perfectly acceptable they then watched me pack it away while asking me question about the kit and scenarios I could and would use it for etc and they seemed very interested I have also be stopped walking to a woodland in croydon with a mora and after explaining I was going wild camping doing a survival and Bushcraft video for CZcams and that I had a larger knife sealed and tucked away at the bottom of my bag they wanted to see it the radioed my name location addressee described the knife etc to sombody on the phone and told them wot I had said I was doing where I would be exactly and was left alone to go on my way with a stop and search slip and a extra phone number incase my something happen liked being robbed or my bag was stolen etc. I admit I’ve been lucky I suppose so far but. I’m sure one day I’ll get a copper that didn’t care and just want to get the arrest. Under his belt I’m sure I think it’s all about good reason with larger knives and wether the police beleave you or not but if u have a good reason then in court u can fight that reason like for instance the mora and a smal folder u can ague the face that it would be dangerous for u to use the fold to Barton wood etc as it wood break where as with the mora u could dig a whole Barton wood cut some decent lengths of wood for building a shelter with ur tap etc. Still a good video though thanks for sharing I my do a updated video like this at some point myself although it would reach the same amount of people it’s would and u might possibly want to do a up to date video urself
I thourghly enjoyed this video.first off; your choice of music. Reminicent of Waylon Junnings. Love his music.
The Paracord : Is that Military grade 550 par r achute cord?
Your first aid kit; why no mirror or tweezers
Why no liquid Iodine, for be antiseptic or to purify water after boiling.
Separate from Ur phone, in case you loose it. A list of emergency or contact numbers.
Thanks for sharing.
Stay safe in the woods
Thanks James - yes it is 550 cord, as for the first aid kit - yes, that needs looking at really - I have a big, much more comprehensive FA kit in my vehicle, but I Niue to add to the one in the bag. 👍
Great, well thought out kit Simon.
UK knife laws in 2024 are not straightforward. A penknife with a blade of 3 inches or less is fine providing it is not a locking blade. If used or intended for use as a weapon then even possession of the humble penknife becomes a criminal offence.
The single bladed sheath knife you are carrying would be unlikely to cause you any issues if you can show a legitimate purpose for having it in a public place. As part of a more comprehensive survival kit for the events you alluded to it would, I believe, be permitted. Keeping the bag secure in the back of your Landy (or boot), where you do not have immediate access to it adds further weight in your favour. Ultimately, it would be for a court to decide if it ever got that far....I don't ever believe it would though as long as you are perfectly well behaved 😆
Reminds me of our 'basic training' we were given a large knife, a Bergan containing dry clothes,mess tin, full canteen, poly bags (dont ask!) a compass and a small tobacco tin containing 'a survival kit'....er.....ok! (This contained condoms?? We were told to 'work it out for yourself' and these are so versatile for many things apart from the obvious!) or keep the dirt out of your weapon! Then driven out into the middle of nowhere, thrown out of a 3 tonner and told
"right you lot - survive for 7 days....or DON'T........up to you!" That was a useful life lesson, its amazing how fast you can turn back into 'Piltdown man' and turn 'feral'! Just found one of those old County Landys for sale but the seller is asking a fortune for it and its basically held together with rust and needs 'renovating' .....er....really? - but I can restore it and it would be my 'off grid wagon'! But heavily modded for 'apocalypse living' solar panels and rainwater catchment etc. That basic 'daily carry' is an essential.This has made me realise I'm getting slack, I have a few basics in the car, snow shovel , TIN OF SPAM (essential), blanket., gloves, waterproofs but thats it, no backpack? - this is a wakeup call............ REALLY GOOD BOB! Thanks Simon!
Thanks mate! Sounds like a harsh (but enlightening) survival lesson! Landys have shot up in price since they stopped production, they’ll become more and more sought after and thus more valuable. I’ve converted mine into a sort of bug out vehicle (video pending!) simple, but effective. I love that I can fix it when it breaks (and it does often!) with minimal tools - simple engineering!
Glad you enjoyed the video!
Cheers, Simon
You need to add BIC lighter.
Fascinating Uncle Simon. Being an Aussie mine would be slightly different being a hot country but some great ideas.
That truck is amazing!!
Lovely to see that other people's land rover's are as temperamental as the ones I've owned... great video
Nice kit, i would add a mylar spaceblanket and a few big garbage bags (drumliners) And maybe a emergency bivvy? Mine is just 300 grams and red in color.
It could double as a signaling device and keep you and your wool blanket dry. Wet wool weighs a ton. ;)
Cracking video Simon I don't carry a bug out bag but have a few fings in the car that might make a difference in helping to stay worm and Bryan atb jimmy 😎 😎
I like you Simon, fun to watch. And you never know when the Zombies May come. 👍🏻
Thanks Kim! 😁
Another good one Simon. A great beginning x
Really like the set up and I do need to invest in a wool blanket. Army surplus here I come😀 Cheers Sel
Can’t beat surplus gear! 👍
Great video was worth the wait ! Thanks Simon. What a great affordable bag to use.
Cheers Chris! I think it cost £17, good value - not as tough as some other packs, but not bad. Certainly get you out of a muddle!
@@simonablokeinthewoods yeah I looked it up they sell at sports direct. Don't want to spend out on a maxpedition to stick in the truck!
Chris Caddy That was exactly what I thought 😂
Don't know how after all these years now I haven't seen this yet, 😕 haha excellent loadout simple and sweet!! 😁✌️💚
After watching several of your videos I’m going to start up bushcraft, I’ve been interested for a long time but never pushed myself to try it out. I do a quite stressful job so think getting back into nature could seriously assist with my well-being.
Now to start looking into places etc around me lol
Well I finally did it, myself and my kit went wild camping over the weekend nothing extreme but felt at peace with nature (although could have done without the extreme winds lol) thankyou again Simon (and several other inspirational figures) for inspiring me to get out there
Great ideas. Can use this in many situations. 👍
Very cool video. Several good options for my bag now. Really enjoy your videos,
Great production quality on the video. A smart bit of kit also
Very nice kit. You have all the bases covered nicely.
'Of course land rovers never break down' :) love the nervous laugh......
Better than usual suggestions for using each item plus a fine selection of items. Somehow, I believe YOU could have fixed the vehicle!
Hahaha - I know that engine intimately, having taken it out and rebuilt it - it’s a very simple engine - just the way I like it! Cheers James!
I really enjoyed the video Simon! It’s a great idea to have an emergency bag like this in your car. I’m going to do the same. 😃👍🏻
Always good to be prepared! 😁
Just found your channel great clear and concise info 👍.don't forget the gaffer tape is a good fire lighter and yes I have a Land Rover in the uk they are great at leaving you up the creek without a paddle...I have a 105 Landcruiser in Aus worlds apart quite literally lol keep up the good work Simon 🙂
Thanks mate - always nice to hear from another long suffering green badge owner! Why do we do it? 😂
Awesome emergency kit and great video my friend, thank you for sharing this with us! I really wish to see a full video (overnight) of a "real" emergency situation where you actually using this backpack, it can be cool :)
Thank you! I’m planning on doing just that at some point this year. Stay tuned! 😁👍
Merry Christmas Simon to you and your family and thank you for the videos you make...paddy.
Cheers Paddy! Happy Christmas! 🎄
Really good pack there Simon, think you have covered all outcomes :).
Who is that bag made by?? Look's like a K on the front,, Karrimor by any chance ??
@@tomcatt1824 czcams.com/video/Rhnsk6rM_6k/video.html
What a great idea , in my hobby we have a van with bed /stove etc that is ok for when we go for a w/e as we take food and the rest of it, but I remember the storm beast from the east earlier this year we were in Wales up a mountain and almost caught us out , only there for the day , I f we hadn't made it out of there when we did farmer said we would have been stuck a whole week , so now I know to adapt a bug out bag too thanks for the tips and haha zombies :) best wishes
Sounds like a close shave there! Always good to be prepared for the worst, even if you never need it! Easier in a van equipped for over night stays like you say! Your finds might come in handy too if the s@@t hits the fan - put that 2nd century Roman dagger back in to use!! 😂😂
Great video Simon. Really like that wee karrimor rucksack. And of course you deserve credit for driving the greatest vehicle in the world, although I may be a little biased.
Cheers Sam! Ah, you’ve been bitten too eh? Real shame TATA or whoever owns Land Rover these days stopped production of the Defender - their best product by far - I think they are going to continue making them for MOD contracts though!
@@simonablokeinthewoods it really is a shame. Even if they finally decide to bring out a new utility type model they've already lost a huge percentage of that market because they have taken far too long.
Your videos are Excellent Brother love the get home bag gonna be putting one together just ordered some stuff from Amazon Thanks for the Education Simon 👊👍
My pleasure Sir! Glad it helped!
the defender and your life style so inspiring
I’m glad you mentioned the 🧟♂️ Zombies 🧟♀️ because you may never know! Even a rabid animal or human can be considered dangerous!
Currently making a get home bag! Thanks for some ideas on the contents!😄👍
Thanks Lily, glad it was useful! 😁
Take two 😄
Awesome, great vid, great kit ideas!
Thanks buddy!
I like your backpack and it's contents because you do need to be able not only to make fires, but also be able to cook if you have to and you are prepared for such emergencies.
Thanks Sidney
Thanks Man , good tips !
Useful and comprehensive pack. You need your own show. You voice is soothing & clear and you’re just a likable bloke. My wife has a crush on you and also enjoys your videos. God bless & safe travels 🙏🏼⛺️😎
Hahaha, thanks mate. 👍
Personal Locator Beacon is a necessity when heading out in the Australian bush. Check out the "Bob Cooper Outback Survival Kit" he has trained troops in remote survival
What about sea sickness pills for when driving the Land Rover!
🤣🤣🤣 bloody good idea!!
I'd suggest Valium to help suppress your rage when it breaks down ! lol
i also like that the water bottles are handy for transporting water you have purified after you have drunk the water that is in them. an obvious thing that i thought worth highlighting.
love the channel, i like having a brit i can watch on youtube who knows the differences between british countryside and laws compared to the usual american youtubers that ive watched before
Thanks Stephen! 👍 😁
Great work Simon. Worth the wait for the new upload, sorry you had that hassle. One suggestion, you need some treats in that bag for Maggie! All the best. Pretty good day when you and Andy post new videos.
Cheers Carl! Haha - Yes, Maggie’ll have to put up with rice! 🐶
Really enjoy watching your vids Simon always informative and to the point, all I’d add is some loo roll and hand sanitiser.
Good call!! (Of nature! 😂)
Basha - British Army Standard Hotel Accommodation . Those were the days! Cant believe I used to get paid to spend weeks living under one of those . .. nice video... I agree people should keep a bit of kit in their vehicle. .. ..
Haha - that is the perfect Acronym! A basha and a fart bag! Why did those maggot doss bags always smell of cabbage hahaha!
Love your content as ever Simon, well produced with a decent story line. but I really don’t buy into the prepper thing, unless I bought a Land Rover of course, then I’d be prepped up to the eyeballs for every trip.😂😂
Nice one dude, I did a similar thing a few weeks back with my bowdrill video, had to re upload. I'm happy to watch this twice mate 👍
Thanks mate! It’s those bleedin e-pixies at work again!! Atb, Simon
Nice setup thank you :)
For a small bug out bag it was fairly comprehensive
This is were I have an issue. If you view this as small your probably envisioning survival to be some idealic survivorman situation and your overestimating your strength. Life isn't a video game. How are you going to run or even just walk for a long time with a pack bigger than this? Your not Arnold or some action star from a movie. I'm envisioning your pack to be some 100 kg monstrosity you envision being able to carry for hours.
Great emergency bag, I personally find it missing 2 very important things, a large garbage bag for throwing over your pack and a poncho or another garbage bag during heavy rains. There are plastic ponchos that take up as much room as a hand warmer. Also would throw in a few bug repellent and alcohol wipes that are individually packaged and a thin pair of wool socks.
All good additions - to be honest the bag has evolved slightly since filming this video and I’ve added a few items - I like the idea of a poncho and repellant would be a great addition too. 👍
Hi Simon, great idea. Very good filming during car driving and the arriving. KR. Alex.
Thanks Alex!
Afternoon bloke, I had a thought occur while watching this and I’d be interested to hear some feedback from viewers. My thought is this:-
When assembling an emergency bag, is it advisable, even imperative that the best possible components are sourced and included? This collection of equipment is, after all, going to be utilised in real, unplanned and possibly though hopefully not, dire emergency. It is my belief that if and when affordable, highest quality ESSENTIAL components be included as early as possible. After all, if survival depends upon a system, you give yourself the best chance by including the most appropriate and capable tools available. Obviously any sensibly assembled emergency measures kit is better than none at all, but the question persists.
I totally agree with you Nick - the best you can afford (within reason!) which isn’t necessarily the most expensive either! As you quite rightly said, your life may rely on it. I’d go for quality, reliable gear that you are familiar with and trust. Avoid gimmicky survival items unless they will actually serve a purpose (or better still more than one purpose!) surplus gear is often a good bet as it is tried and tested - the basha for example - bombproof military spec, loads of options on use and can be used for other purposes (stretcher, rainwater collector, leaf litter collection, groundsheet, hide for hunting game, skin for a coracle style boat/raft, etc etc) I’ll probably upgrade and add items to my kit over time as I come across better alternatives!
A spork Simon!
You forgot your spork! 😉
Nice video mate!
Simon will be carving out one to fill in his free time whilst avoiding the zombies.
"Without Lawful Authority or Reasonable Excuse" is the get out clause for the knife matey and I'm ex plod so you would be covered by the 'reasonable excuse' part of the Law.
Nice Simon, liked that. If I get stuck in snow on the A11 hope you're the car Infront, my emergency bag only had 2 bottles of red and a bar of Diary Milk 😃
Sounds like a damned fine emergency bag to me! 😂😂😂 I hope you’re in the car behind me!
He's back 😀
Wow, eleven thousand subscribers and CZcams gives you a whole film production team, camera man, drones, special effects.... excellent video production Simon, nice kit.
Thanks Ross! And thanks to the BBC for providing the production team! 😂😂😁
great acting. almost had me fooled
as always great vid simon
Great Fire tinder is take a toilet paper roll that’s empty, this is the container, get dryer lint and wrap it with used dryer sheets, tuck it into the tp roll, pinch each end and tape shut. It catches quickly and burns for a bit. Easy compact tinder.
Some years ago we had a major localised snow event here in rural Victoria (Aust), first snow in 30 years & nobody was prepared. As a firefighter I spent most of the day rescuing stranded people in a 4x4 fire truck. People could easily have died so I've kept a 'just in case' bag ever since. Plus a small EDC pack.
Nice video Simon
Thank you 👍
Cheers Des! Happy Christmas mate.
That is a well thought out bag Simon, and practical. Too many others go far to "Tact-i-Cool" and ruin the concept. Your's is basic and practical. Thanks. Great vid. I'm going to change 2 things in my "day bag" now.
Cheers James! Simple but effective wins for me - you’ve got to carry that thing after all, possibly with injuries or other injured people - every item has to earn its place on the merits of its usefulness. Interested to know the two items you’re going to swap! 😉
Cheers mate.
I want to add the Mill Bank (spelling?) bag for water filtration and take out the larger salt/chlorine generator package; and then down size my billy and food supplies more like yours. Mine is too much freeze dried and bulky. I'm also considering a tarp similar to your basher; pre-rigged with cordage as you mentioned.
A Milbank bag is a good bit of kit - nothing to break or clog, you can wash it and it’s good to go! The Army Basha is tough as old boots, they’re not the lightest tarps about, but they’re good quality - they have press studs on them so you can fasten two edges together to make a tube and they can be used as a make-shift stretcher too.
I want that rover. What a unit! 👌👌
Brilliant informative video.
I really enjoyed your acting during the introduction, good work :) With regards to carrying a knife, yeah UK law is too mad You basically can be asked to explain anything that you carry, scissors, every day carry legal knife (I have been asked ?) .... It is all to do with your intent which means when ever I go out with a none folding knife I take : bushcraft book, tree identification book, mushroom identification book, a hank of paracord .... even when I do not expect to use them. It reminds me of people carrying a baseball bat in their boot of the car and also a ball to justify the bat :(
Cheers buddy! Good practice to take a few related items along with you to back up your story. One of my favourite knives is the good old Opinel, I have a small number 4 I think it is - tiny little folder and completely illegal as it has that little lock ring (a safety feature!!) bonkers!
I've got the same bag , it's my Mediterranean bag it carries my phone towel reading book , sun tan lotion and wallet. I didn't realize you could get so much in it. Lol
Great video 😎 thanks for sharing 🍻