How to build an Every Day Carry (E.D.C.) bag
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- This my personal E.D.C. which snaps on to my B.O.B. ... you can read more about it here: www.cityprepping.com/building-...
Here's the complete list of items in my E.D.C.
-- Moab 5.11 bag: amzn.to/1W5gO7W
-- SOG pocket knife: amzn.to/1W5gZQE
-- Pocket flashlight: amzn.to/1QPAt3l
-- Water filter: amzn.to/1THpsWm
-- Protein bars: amzn.to/1W5hmuo
-- Glowstick: amzn.to/1THpZaI
-- Storm proof matches: amzn.to/1QlB4gc
-- Fire Steel: amzn.to/1RkTDid
-- Klean Kanteen: amzn.to/1QlDdIW
-- Shemagh: amzn.to/1Rl0QPo
-- Compass: amzn.to/1T6NJHs
-- Cargo tape: amzn.to/1T6Occz
-- Water purification tablets: amzn.to/1QPBW9O
-- Mechanic gloves: amzn.to/1THqCB7
-- Multi-tool knife: amzn.to/1Qtrwhb
-- Two way HAM radio: amzn.to/1UAGPtr
-- Headlamp: amzn.to/2osuLmt
-- Rescue Signal Mirror: amzn.to/1TUblhe
-- SAS Survival handbook: amzn.to/1QttVIG
-- Tush wipes: amzn.to/1TUbFg8
-- Carabiners: amzn.to/1Qtv7f3
-- Monocular: amzn.to/1Qts6v9
-- Journal: amzn.to/1QtrVA0
-- Whistle: amzn.to/1QtrKVp
-- R.A.T.S Tourniquet: amzn.to/1QtrExa
-- Israeli Bandage: amzn.to/1Qtulij
-- Mylar emergency blanket: amzn.to/1THrl5o
-- Tush wipes: amzn.to/1W5jQcs
-- Wetfire: amzn.to/1Qtob1v
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Carry the tourniqet on the outside of the bag with rubber straps......
Hey I like the bag set up appreciate the ideas. I just started my own channel that shares prepping survival and general outdoors knowledge. Check it on and spread the word. I only have a hand full of short videos right now but there’s more to come. Thanks
What is the primary b.o.b? I'd like to purchase the moab and the other
Don't know about that bag, I've used one for an extended period of time and overtime you WILL develop issues with the shoulder it is on and will make the muscles in your neck weaker.
The only way this bag will give you shoulder and neck issues is if you load this much shit in it. This is not an EDC. I use mine for basics, iPad, charger, lunch for the day, and my firearm. There is a spot for a bladder if you want to go hiking
I like the use of zip lock bags. I did the same while in the Army. It's a great way to keep things organized and it offers some water proofing.
+John Cox it does come in handy. Learned this trick when i used to mountain climb.
Just a tip-any bleeding that requires a tourniquet will be profuse so your tourniquet should be within easy reach. the last thing you'll want is having to open a bunch of stuff to get to it while you or someone else is bleeding out.
Add a local map, in case you lose reception.
hopefully you'd have your local area memorized
This isn't an EDC kit... more like a 72 hour -omfg-what-happened-kit.
+Dismal_Trauma 86 ha yeh, you're right. it's a bit on the heavy side. i'm going to redo the video soon to lean it down a bit. i have learned quite a lot since making that video.
Was thinking the same thing.
“It’s not the tools you have, but the ones you have on you when you need them.”
@@CityPrepping actually if u have a backpack it’s still and edc but it’s called off person edc. I love it man keep up the good work
I know this is so overboard
I bet more people will be asking the tactical looking person for help rather than attacking them. Bottom line if they are scavengers they won't care if your bag is tactical or not, because if you have a bag then that means something is in it.
especially a cool looking bag
oh yeah for sure, an overweight sweaty LARPer with a tacticool bag and a SAS survival manual at hand is for sure the guy you need to ask for help in an emergency scenario.
Yes in a way a tactical looking bag says don't mess with me I have skills and weapons, its a great deterrent and most people think the opposite, Ive done firearm and defense training for over 10 years and the first and best line of defense is deterrence no question. If you look dangerous people wont mess with you, in a shtf situation I would be open carrying for sure
Glowsticks in case you stop by a rave on the way home.
Best comment!
a lot of crap compared to what survivalists Cody lundin, Arizona bushman or tom brown Jr would carry
i have ditched the disposable chem lights for a coleman's combo LED flashlight/glowstick, takes up same space, is multipurpose & reusable, available in 4 colors, & works on one AAA battery...
this along with a keychain LED, AAA LED maglite mini, & small headlamp cover the illumination/signalling aspect for my EDC...
the vein sleyer - yah sure, but don't those guys focus mostly on minimalist wilderness survival, like how to get by on just what you have on your person?
this urban EDC is a completely different angle
Unce Unce Unce
I find this EDC bag to be interestingly geared towards worst-case scenarios (i.e. zombie apocalypse) and not for a more likely scenario like flood, massive road closures, weather issues, etc. My EDC has a battery pack for my phone as well as multiple cords for various phone types just in case. Communication is key in an emergency and those quarters will serve less purpose than a battery charging pack. I also keep both cash and a prepaid VISA in my EDC. Best to be prepared for any type of money need.
Opinions vary
@@alrich6863indeed I agree with the guy commenting
This is HIS (E.D.C.) Bag, relax with your gripes. Go make your own! damn.
Kayden Baldwin mine would be stuffed with snacks
@@twayland6186 yeah same, one lighter and 20 bags of cheetos
Right! Everyone is so judgemental
@@morocomole4567 Do they make them with beer holders?
Everyone has different priorities and preferences. It's a DIY thing.
The one item I notice so many people leave out is work gloves! Granted they can add bulk, but think about it...what are you likely to encounter in a natural disaster or SHTF situation?...Broken glass and debris! If you need to clear it to get somewhere, you are going to need those gloves!
Good point. Imagine fires
Great video! I use the smaller 511 Tactical Moab 6. I use mine for more urban EDC. My EDC is very similar to yours. I carry extra contacts, my iPad mini, extra cables, a power bank, and my planner. I carried it fully loaded fir a long walk and it can become uncomfortable. Overall I'm very impressed with the Moab 6, as it holds everything I need daily and attaches perfect to my bug out bag. Hope to see more of your videos soon.
+sayeednmb Thanks for the feedback. Yeh, it's a great pack but with extra weight it starts to hurt after long distances. Definitely gonna crank up the video output here soon.
The stuff you need just in case the bus is late. 🤔 😂
I always carry a fingernail clipper with me in case of emergency hangnail.
If this is an EDC, what’s in your Bug Out Bag??? 😂
Scary sht
Now that's funny.
His whole house lol
the direct action dust bags are great for edc. I've had mine over a year and I take it everywhere. just yesterday my friend needed a torch to sort out a blown light bulb, I use my Swiss army everyday. people underestimate these simple edc items.
you need an extra pair of socks in case your feet get wet
drumtech06 most important thing in Nam
socks are something i stash everywhere they are incredibly important
Yes a durable wool sock
Yes wool, cotton is the worse to have, since it does not wick moisture away from your skin.
Prepper Action yes, plus wool is good insulation even when wet. Cotton will wear down relatively quickly and easily
I like your water filter. When I had to go into the office sometimes they would run out of bottled water... the tap water in a high rise tastes HORRIBLE for some reason. There were times when I wish I had a Lifestraw with me!
Just for reference, I own the Rush 24 and the Rush 72, both from 5.11 Tactical, and I would recommend them very highly. They're amazing bags, and you can't go wrong with them.
Great EDC man! I ruck march daily as well as walk to/from work and my EDC is the bag always on me, my bag is close to yours minus a good amount of things. I strongly believe in being more prepared in the everyday. BTW, I love your channel it has a ton of information.
Very informative video. I have several BOB bags I have put together as well as a couple of EDC bags. One in my wife's car and one in my truck. A couple of suggestions for you. Use freezer bags for storing things that you don't want to get wet. These bags are more sturdy and more waterproof. The other thing I have done is learn how to make paracord bracelets and key chains. I have the key chains made at differing lengths and have them attached to all my bags. Paracord is like duct tape it has a million uses.
I like it. Very nice. A couple of suggestions. I would move your bandaids and such to a smaller Snack size ziplock baggie. That'll help contain them and protect them from any moisture that gets in the bag. I would beef it up a little bit by adding a few things to it such the ten pill travel size tube of Aleve, one of Advil, one of Tylenol, one of Dramamine, as well as some allergy meds and anti-diarrheal. I tend to use mine all the time when I'm out and about. Never know when a back pain or a headache will crop up. Also, good to have when you've got a buddy suffering as well. Also, I would move the $20 cash to the little coin tin that you have. Put it under the coins and the clippers (great addition btw). That puts the emergency funds all in one place and it gets the cast out of that see through ziplock. Lastly, you've got the shemagh and you're right, those come in super handy. However, I would also add a few actual bandana's. Those are very handy to have for a variety of purposes as well. Plus, they are super lightweight. When washing only use Hot water...do not use fabric softener, or detergent, or bounce sheets. When you're wiping away the sweat with one that stuff goes straight into those open pores and irritates.
I know I said lastly but, one more recommendation. Some sort os survival blanket. They are super compact and weigh almost nothing. They can come in handy in certain situations.
Great video. This is the third or fourth one of yours I've watched and I enjoyed the other two. So, you've got a new subscriber.
I love all the separate pouches in the backpack!
I like that you don't have too much redundant stuff. Gear is nice, but so is speed and agility. In that spirit I would read that survival guide over and over till you don't need to carry it any more. It maybe too late to start reading when a emergency happens. You didn't make the common mistake of filling the bag to it's bursting point. It's good to have room for what you might pick up later. Thanks for sharing.
I"d add a nesting cup to my clean canteen AND I'd have a second bottle of / for water.
Water and water containers are a key component. I'm going to need water before I feel the need for a protein bar.
I did see that you had your clean canteen filled with water. Kudos to you. Most EDC kits seem to tote an empty water bottle. I'd also add an Anker battery and cables for recharging phones, etc. Good video ...
You have inspired me sir. Very educational video. Nobody is going to prep for you. So it's up to the individual to be prepared for what life can throw at you.
I know it might sound stupid but in my little mint kit similar to the one in the backpack in this video I keep change, a razor blade and when I get one a handcuff key. I learned about that from another youtube video on how to get out of or prevent getting kidnapped. They had a really good idea about keeping a razor blade and a handcuff key under a large bandaid on your body so if they take your clothes or something you will still have a razorblade to get out of rope or duct tape and a handcuff key for handcuffs. pretty cool
Wow! Thank you for sharing your EDC kit. That's a lot of stuff to carry around everyday.
+John Kraemer it is a lot. Gonna lean it down soon and make a new video.
So I like versatility and efficiency. I'm very practical with what I carry and I've spent years changing what I carry. It's (my EDC) evolved in size and weight over the years and from personal experience. I went from a small sling bag to a 20 liter to a 29 liter back to the 20 liter pack. The bulk of my EDC is medical stuff (I'm an EMT in an urban environment) and that hangs out on the two sides attached via a molle system in two pouches; one is a boo boo kit, the other is heavy trauma. My EDC is also my get homebag and when school is in session, it's also my school bag. Three in one! Stuff like extra pens, a notepad, wet wipes (I use wet ones or dude wipes) are practical for a school bag, a get home bag, and an EDC bag. What my point is that everyone's EDC is going to be different. If I wore glasses I'd have an extra pair for emergencies and/ or a repair kit. If you carry a water filtration system, cool, I started carrying a bobble water bottle (it has a carbon filter in it). It's all in the preference and your environment. And yes, I get made fun of at work sometimes for having nail clippers and a sewing kit made from an old pill bottle, up until I get asked if I have a certain item and I save that person's day. It's like I tell everyone: I don't like surprises. And you can't go wrong with having an extra pair of socks with you! Socks are just one of those things that in my opinion, everyone should have an extra pair lying around.
2 things that might help. 13w solar-wing also a battery bank to help keep your phone and other bits changed
Kudos on the hard copy survival guide, and extra battery's. Way too many preppers focus on having rechargeable items, cell phone and connectivity type tech. most likely in any community or state wide emergency event that would require the use of a survival bag, the Electricity and connectivity networks will be down. Old school is the way to go. Great bag and Great Video.
"if only someone had a survival book, water filterer, hand radio and a telescope thing"
this dude walks in
reporting for duty!
I have that book, also the bigger version which i have started reading reading
Two things in my kit. Liquor and a bag of fresh socks.
I have a suggestion. I recently purchased 3 solar powered chargers. They charge phones, tablets, etc. very easy to use, light weight, and very handy. Just thought you might like to know.
+Apollo2003 great idea. You have a link to the onea you bought?
yes, part of the purpose of an EDC should be to keep your electronics running, back up chargers, cords, batteries, etcetera... the solar powered charger is nice, but could be a bit much, perhaps better to keep with BOB or car kit in case extended periods without electrical access are necessary
or you could just... idk... not use any electronics. because IMO if shtf and its "everyman for himself" your LCD screen using asses are getting targeted. just being honest.
Apollo2003
I have a daughter in an Eva zone near the coast in NC. I just ordered her a solar lantern... Cranks. Bat back up and has a phone charger. She's gonna LOVE it
City Prepping I have a solar charger that’s the size of my phone, clips on my bag. I have had it for 5 yrs and has never been without a charge. Use it all the time!
I keep my primary b.o.b. looking molle and my edc looking like a regular Walmart school bag to blend in in citys
Great review, I have the same bag and it works great , plus I have the rush 511 12 back pack , both great bags
+Freddie Dorris my only complaint with this moab bag is that the more you add to it, the more that 1 shoulder strap digs in and starts hurting. I just need to keep the items in my bag down.
Nice kit! You might want consider something for a sick stomach. Tums or Pepto-Bismol.
great idea...thanks for that input!
I carry those pepto tablets every day in my car bag. Everyone is different, but sometimes my stomach is just upset all day. Helps to take one or two throughout the day to keep comfortable.
Clark Kent
Imodium.
Good bag. I’m redoing mine so thanks for the info
Good idea for the tourniquet.. idk if you added or it not, but you can use the bandana as a tourniquet in event of an emergency if you do not have the tourniquet or already used the one you have. Lastly, medical supplies if you have the training I would carry IV starter kit in the event you are injured or medical emergency. Sorry my emt training comes in when I see things like this.
I like the fact that you have clip-on enhanced attachment system.
+Canadian Neo-Frontiersmen it works great with my B.O.B.: czcams.com/video/LtmIuM1LkLI/video.html
I just found your channel and subscribed. Great video. How many people have nothing in their vehicles or on their person for even the most basic emergency? It's stunning. Those MOAB bags are great. Some people tend to over-do it on the EDC/Car Bag, but your examples make a lot of sense. I'll chip-in to your channel after the next paycheck! Thanks for the suggestions, and the info in the description. Cheers.
+Montgomery Burns welcome and thanks for the kind words.
+Montgomery Burns thanks!
Powerful Flashlights are a must have. How many times do you need to stub your toe during a state of emergency?
The bag is the 5.11 Rush M.O.A.B(mobile operations attachment bag) 10..10 standing for the number of hours it's designed for...great EDC sling bag. Have had mine(black) for 6 years now and it goes with me everyday
Awesome video, love the bag.
Very good EDC/short term bug out pal!! Well done.
I'll be posting my UK, urban specific, EDC, 2/3 day bug out bag and also permanent relocation essential kit within the next 2 weeks. Once I get back from this sand filled hell hole.
glad you like the bag...always making modifications to it.
Thanks for all the links it makes things a lot easier great videos
thanks...glad they help!
I'm just about to get a 5.11 Rush 12 bag. In theory, it seems great to have all these survival type things in it, even convincing myself I need these small items, but I honestly reckon after a while, fairly pointless lugging about the unwanted weight of these types of items.
I know you're in SoCal and don't get much rain but I'm sure when it does come it comes big so a poncho or a wet weather suit might be wise if this is an Every Day Carry/Get Home Bag in the event of an emergency.
Please do a live Q&A, wish I could ask more questions
I have more crap than I can fit in any bag but I just bought a 45L to load up with priority items and it's always fun to inventory, finding things I forgot I bought years ago.
Not bad, you don't carry a lot for an everyday carry (good), my only question would be the food rations; being that you have a 72 bag that your EDC bag will attach to, why not switch the ration bars out for some jerky snacks and trail mix or even a dehydrated food pack (meal) and move your ration pack to the 72 bag... only because those things are nasty. Jerky, nuts/trailmix and a dehydrated meal pack should give you over a days worth calories if you ever get stuck out there plus you stated your needs are more urban based than outback... Just my suggestion... Good Stuff
good insight. i've since modified my bag several times and you're right, the food option wasn't practical. since gone to nutrition bars.
Looks a lot like my ghb. Good choices in terms of gear and food. So many people have food that requires cooking. Also good job not having knives, lights, ammo and other crap strapped to the outside of the bag.
Overall, I think it's a very good setup. What I would HIGHLY recommend to ad to it, is a micro USB charger. Those things are very useful. Powerbank is also good. Not as important, but still good to have is a simple knife sharpener. A small diamond plate is no bigger than a credit card, and can come in quite handy. Not that useful in urban scenario, but still good addon is a wire saw. It's shitty, cuts rather poorly and is easy to break, but doesn't take much space (can fit in a matchbox almost) and is a much better cutter than a folding knife.
And the essential. Crucial. THE MOST IMPORTANT PART... Toilet paper. I can't count the number of times a roll of toilet paper from my bag saved my ass (literally).
rubbers3 Lol!
I have this pack and keep it in my vehicle, great review!
Love the videos! Just recently found your channel. What brand of bag is good quality (like military quality for cheaper) today?
Great. I need to take mines out and re do/re familiarize myself with them.
learned a lot from your video, thanks for sharing!
I just got rid of my EDC sling bag for the 5.11 Rush12. With more weight in the backpack it feels lighter and easier on my back.
I carry a 30w hand crank electrical charger (in dedicated waterproof bag) for charging usb batteries. Then stuff hooks up to the rechargeable lithium ion battery, like USB bendable led light. Good for mobile mini power generation. The generator can be hooked to a mechanical rotary device as well if stuck for a duration of time.
you seem to be missing a change of clothes and a poncho. I carry a poncho on the bottom of mine.
Good video. Just wanted to say, that bag says to me that the guy carrying it probably has a gun.
The USA batch does
Good setup. My suggestion get a UV Paqlite. It’s a reusable glow stick. I love mine. In regards to the ham radio. Get licensed. It’s easy I did. And ditch that rubber duck antenna. Get a Signalstick antenna and program that radio with local repeaters.and get an extended battery. Much better life the. That tiny thing
City Prepping, may you do one like this but for somone that lives towards more of a wilderness area like south Louisiana, I know there might be slight variations with the equipment, but I would like to see different types of b.o.b's
I wonder if you could make a 72 hour get-home bag. The twist is that you should try to make it based around urban surrvival AND bushcraft COMBINED. I never see those on youtube. My kit is basically what I said, it would be cool to see you do it. Im kinda new to prepping and surrvival, It would be cool to see that type of EDC/Bug out bag.
Agreed
***** Thank you... Sounds like a cool kit.
"pry bar and lock pick set"
yes, brilliant for urban EDC!
Lucas Anderson I'm making an all purpose survival kit, so I am doing that
I cried when you said it was a sass survival guide.
Glad I'm not the only one to think odd of that one.....
+ProjectDarkHound will keep you guessing! ;)
S.A.S actually stands for special air service.
Also, to some, 'Saturdays And Sundays' ;)
As a resident of the UK, home to the S.A.S. Its often referred to as "the sass" as you put it.
I carry a multi tool some 550 cord a knife a large first responder kit which takes up the main compartment of the bag and a few personal hygiene items and a canteen. I carry the first responder kit in case I need to be the first person to render first aid on my job we work in rural areas and people can get very badly hurt doing what we do and ems may not have the time to get there spent almost $300 on the frk which I recommend everyone carry some form of small trauma kit. never know when your gonna be the only person there with the right tools to save someone's life keep in my personal saftey first and do not go above and beyond your first aid capability.
keep in mind*
+Victor Smith agreed on the small trauma kit. i used the exact same reasoning when adding the R.A.T.S. tourniquet and the Israeli bandage to my bag.
That seems like too much stuff at first, but then most of the time it's riding in the car and you only touch it if you need something. If you had to carry it far every day you'll probably whittle it down to just what fits in a belt pack. I was getting ready to say you forgot gloves, but finally you mentioned them. They're like shoes for your hands. :D
With my city bag I also put soft body armor in it. I carry here in Phoenix and have a 2 year old son and need to make sure he has protection if needs it.
Cool EDC set up!
+Kwasi Williams thanks!
You forgot the secret compartment. Coolest part of the bag.
Thanks once again... just ordered a number of the items that I did not already have. Curious about the Israeli Bandage, can you show an example, or link to an example, of how it's used ? THANK YOU
I have the same bag. I use it primarily for spare change of clothes, a few external charging batteries for my phone and iPad.
+Noel Santos my only complaint with the bag is that with extra gear (weight) it starts to kinda hurt to carry, but for a basic EDC bag it's pretty solid.
City Prepping I haul at most six bottles of liquids. Two .75liter CamelBak Chutes, two 1 liter Camelbak Chutes and two 18ounce Hydro Flask. All mounted on the outside of the bag. Two designated Camelbak bottle bags for the liters and the rush tier system straps. I max out at 5 external batteries but only haul three most of the time with associated charging cables. Two Bose zipper pouches that contain provisions for hygiene and whatever else I can cram in there. A collapsible baton in the hidden Velcro compartment and a full change of clothes. I'm still piecing together other parts to add into the bag.
I've hiked with this bag. walked the perimeter of Stanley Park in Vancouver, BC with it. With all the gear I can cram in, it'd weigh in at about 35 to 40 pounds.
Looks good!
Looks good.... fixed blade secondary knife?
Very smart bag customized to his needs cool idea
I would suggest two pair of wool socks. Better for walking and extra pair for if one gets wet.
And you can put socks on your hands, should it turn cold. You can't put gloves on your feet! Think mittens. Cold hands make doing things impossible.
What about grey man principals, I always gravitate toward the tactical looking bags but I am now thinking I should use a different option.
+Nathan Mullins just made a video about this...czcams.com/video/H3Wz7fC7tOY/video.html ... it's making me rethink most of my gear, especially my EDC.
Nathan Mullins I use just a plain grey school bag.
Soooooo many companies make green or cammo type bags. It's almost the norm in a lot of areas.
Nathan Mullins gray man doesn't work...if you're alive then you have the food and water other people will want to take, always be geared up and ready to fight in my opinion
Quinton Youngquist so you are going to fight a whole city? Sounds difficult, I would rather just not be noticed.
HI City Prepping how you doing! thanks for the video you give me some cools ideas that how I can built my EDC for a city now you mention something that most of us forgot, the $20 Dollars cash bills and the SAS book, I live here in Houston and as you know we recently had these crazies weathers with heavy rains and flooding and we still under flooding alert and after the weather passed out I went out to buy some foods and guess what the computer system was down for a lot of supermarkets, burgerkings, subways and where ever the only way that you could pay that day was cash only, I saw people desperate because the ATM Cash machines were down, also my cellular was practically down on battery because the power out thanked God I was having a 2nd battery ready but other people was out and they couldn't get access to their phone book because we are get used too to our cellulars and truly or not a lot people is no prepare for this kind of catastrophe or weather situation.
+elgonz12 that's a great story to drive home the point. I was in Austin all last week and got to experience first hand the rain you guys are getting (it was practically flooded). We're so dependent on the "system" working at all times and most of us are not prepared for things going wrong. Always smart to carry cash. Thanks for sharing!
+City Prepping Yes we need to carry cash, feel up our gas tanks for the cars before the storms or the problems starts you know, you get signals when the shit is going to starts but we don't pay attention too much because we are getting too comfort with the debit and credit cards, internet even I've seen a lot of companies becoming what they call today cashless and they forgot these kinds of weathers patterns, power outages or whatever thing can happen right now plus we forgot to have a write phone book where you can get access to your contacts, have a small bag or handly bag where you can have your personal documents brother we are depending too much in technology today that we are forgetting the simple basics tools of survival; thanks for response
Great review I almost pulled the trigger on the Moab but I'm not a fan of sling bags or haversacks... I choose the Rush 12 for my Go to bag. Between that and my Triple Aught Design Fast pack I have a good system set up.. I use the MK-7 Pouches to organize different systems in my load outs...
+Eric Rosbottom i don't like the pack and wouldn't buy it again...it's super uncomfortable.
City Prepping Did you end up getting something different??
+Eric Rosbottom not yet but looking.
Thought I'd come back with an update, For my urban edc I'm using the MSM Adapt pack
good video, solid bag with the basics
+Silva Walter awesome...glad you liked it and thanks for the feedback.
great video as usual!
how about some cordage? i try to keep a bit in my PSK pouch, as well as extra in the EDC bag...
one space blanket is a little light on cover, the contractor bag is a good idea, & possibly add another mylar blanket or bivy, perhaps even a large piece of clear plastic sheeting to fashion a shelter...
the klean kanteens are my favorite, but better to have plain stainless than the colored ones in case you have to use in fire to disinfect water, make char, food, or medicine...
the multi-tool is an essential piece of kit with saw, pliers, etcetera, but i wouldn't feel comfortable if it was my only cutting tool, i regularly carry a folder in my pocket, & a small fixed blade like a neck knife in the EDC bag as well...
finally, extra clothes, somebody already mentioned socks, but a long sleeve shirt & long johns can come in very handy...
the water bladder compartment on back of the 5.11 moab 10 & rush 12 & 24 works great for stuff that can be folded flat like clothes & cover/shelter material...
the EDC for me is as much get home bag, or 12-24 hour emergency kit... i also use the moab 10 with the rush 24, the 24 is basically for additional items, that combined with the moab 10 load, make a complete short term BOB (3 days to 3 weeks), the short term BOB makes up a large part of the car kit... modular & complimentary :)
the long term BOB is much bigger tho, & based more on extended wilderness survival...
+bg 42 glad you liked the video and thanks for the great points above...given me some great ideas to make some modifications.
Great video. Thanks for sharing
I had something similar, the sling moab from 5.11 (or something like that) which attached to my Rush 72.....way too big, sticks out so far when attached, bad for your back, uncomfortable. Rush 72 is the best size and design for a BOB but it's too uncomfortable.
nice kit! since you're urban i'd suggest a set of lock picks and a sillcock key (4-way).
+Richard Williams great suggestion! i have some new items to add my list to add in. thanks for that pointer!
+Richard Williams I just did a quick search on Amazon...have any suggestions? www.amazon.com/s?field-keywords=lock+picks
+City Prepping i use SouthOrd, a little more expensive (American made, stainless steel) but worth it. well if you don't mind beans and rice for a week or two so you can purchase an item you more than likely will never use (me). also, helps to get a clear or cut-away lock to practice on to so you can see what the hell you're actually doing in there ;)
so something like this one? www.amazon.com/Southord-PXS-14-Piece-Lock-Pick/dp/B00GQ765R8/ref=sr_1_2?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1463709030&sr=1-2&keywords=SouthOrd
+City Prepping that'll work bro. course if you live in california and get got with em ya might be arrested for possessing burglary tools :)
just a suggestion but I didn't see any 550 paracord or any time of tarp/shelter, even a rain poncho or contractor garbage bags. all pretty lightweight and would def fit in your large compartment. Good video brother keep em comin. thumbs up
+Ben M great point. That's all gear i keep in my B.O.B. I thought about rain gear but we live in the desert so hasn't been an issue. This bag is already maxed out enough and I don't think I can squeeze in any more gear ;) I definitely will keep them coming and thank you for watching this channel.
You should get a stainless steel morakniv. Trust me they come in handy a lot you can use them for survival and bushcraft and whatever else you need it for
On the front of your EDC bag I saw what looks like a small solar panel. Am I correct, or no?
If I needed a backpack for ya know, do you think I should get one of those, ya know, whatever their called things or should I go ahead and just buy a ya know, whatever their called?
First off I have to agree on the tourniquet placement. It needs to be somewhere that you can access it and apply it all under 10 seconds ideally. Second recommendation is to have some type of firearm to be able to defend yourself. When we think bug out bag we think self- reliance. If we need to rely on ourself for medical care, food and shelter what makes you think we wouldn’t need to rely on our own security? You are carrying around life sustaining equipment and in a true bug out scenario you are a target. People will go to great lengths to save themselves and their loved ones even if it means hurting you to do it. So maybe including EDC weapon into your lifestyle wouldn’t be a bad idea.
Thanks for the informational video.
Where'd you get the 1200 food calorie?
why no lighters?, whatever the small finger sized ones that smokers use?, I have about 4-5 with the flint and steel, and waterproof matches in a waterproof case with tinder. I'll be getting the Sawyer water bottler filter version, have you had any issues with it?. I'm getting the rush 72 hour bag, I'm hoping I'll be able to attach my 0 degree bag, but not sure yet. luckily I'm just using my eno hammock system for my shelter, so the takes up almost no space including the but net and fly.
+mark will i just recently add a lighter. Haven't had any issues with sawyer yet. Good luck building out the rest of your bag!
I have the same bag I put kevlar in the back compartment
If this is your EDC bag, how far from home base are you daily? I'm asking because I reevaluated my EDC based on things I actually need, daily. I understand that if your 50-60 miles from home everyday you may need all that stuff to make it back. I myself am rarely even 15 miles from home at any given time.
Glow sticks seem to be a bad choice as far as I can see. They are one shot, short lived, and only have a good shelf life of a few years. Furthermore it is not obvious whether they are good or have been used. The amount of light you get for the weight is quite poor. A tiny keychain light will give more light for longer, be smaller & lighter, and is waterproof & fireproof in an explosive atmosphere. Batteries will easily outlast glow sticks for shelf life.
Glowsticks are for keeping an area illuminated without having to hold the source. Dropping a glowstick around your chosen camp site is way easier than holding a flashlight and trying to start a fire. That and they make great markers for if you are in a tunnel system and need to know which direction to go.
Mason Kelly Okay however I would throw back the short shelf life that they have (about 2-3 years and the hydrogen peroxide in the glass tube decomposes past being useful) and the fact that they can be accidentally activated. In fact you don't know if it will work until you activate it. They are of course very reliable these days.
The sticks are also dependant on temperature. A fun demo is to get a large plastic bowl of very hot water and a bowl of ice water. Activate the glow stick and move it from one bath to the other. The light output changes dramatically. This doesn't happen with LED lights under the same conditions.
I'm willing to bet you could find comparably priced disposable, sealed, miniature and colored LED lights at FastTech (online).
No fidget spinners.
If you notice, he does have a flashlight in addition to the glowsticks. Both serve a purpose. Why you gotta be such a debbie downer?
Mr. City Prepping, i love your video, thank you for making one
i am just curious at one point
how heavy your bag is?
i was having the moab 6, i loaded it with stuff, not near as much as you do, but it already around 4 lbs, if i add 1 water bottle, it is near 5-6 lbs, and i find it very uncomfortable to wear them long period of time, as we know it a single shoulder strap bag, eventho i do change from right to left shoulder quite often
thank you
+Yovan Leonardo yup, i have the same problem. after using it for a lengthy period of time, it hurts a lot to wear. i've been using it for about 4 months now and here lately am finding it uncomfortable. I am debating to switching over to a different bag and cutting down on the amount of gear i've got in the bag for the exact reason you've mentioned above.
+City Prepping
camelback has some great two strap options. U use to use this 5 11 back and didn't like how it carried after a few months. I did use it through a whole deployment in afghanistan and it was handy with armor
The Immortal
awesome...thanks for that info. i hear a lot of good stuff about their gear. while i think this 5.11 pack i have is fine for lighter use, the more i load into it, the more it sucks. i'll definitely check out some of the camelbak options.
Love love love!!! Thank you much!
+Dana Degraw you're welcome!
Got to love a clamshell.!!!!!!
I just have my bugout 72h+ bag in my company truck every day, so im always within a couple hundred yards of everything I would ever need.
Lots of good ideas, thanks.
you're welcome and thanks for watching!
I was wondering......what would be a good EDC bag.......both military style and civilian style.....