Hello 👋 my outdoors friend, thank you for sharing this contents of your H2go bag. You did a fine job. You're set for just about any emergency. Always stay safe out there. 😊
I've been binge watching your channel, and wanted to say thank you for the hard work of being so dedicated to detail. The PDF files are amazing. The content is very useful. I'm basically homeless and live out of my vehicle. Your videos have helped me organize my gear and my kits to make the most out of the items I carry. As for this video, I also carry very similar items in my go bag kit. But for me I have the Grayl and the stainless steel 48 oz cup with lid along with a spork. Id love to see any revisions you've made. Btw thanks for the security phone vid. Very helpful as well.
I've watched this vid several times over the past few years, and decided the H2 GO BAG would be integral to my own evacuation kit. I'm SO GLAD you developed this idea and shared it! I have family to consider so the healthy adults will each carry an Orca Water Bottle pouch with the great paracord shoulder strap strung through the beltway of a waist deployment bag. Easy to wear as a chest pack or along the back in case someone needs carried/helped during a sprint, etc. I decided on Orca because of the extra storage pouch under the bottle compartment. I really appreciate your time and skills required to make such practical and informative vids! :-)
You my friend are 1 of the most detailed and organized TH-camrs i know. I do enjoy watching ur vids and you aid me by introducing new items or products that i do not own or need to update. Thx for sharing👍
My friend Sylvan Bushcraft tested out the pacing beads on and they were accurate to 100 meters per km. Great kit, I can only recommend some caffiene pills (so effective yet so small) and some aquatabs, they are just more convenient and so small... thats all i would add to this. maybe an extra phone battery or powerbank for gps.
+Canadian Prepper Thanks for the comment, CP! I will look into integrating all of your recommendation in the next version that will hopefully be included in the final BOB Video (v3.0). I do have some Aquatabs included in the Altoids Tin, which I’ll be covering later.
Great kit. Only thing I would add is more cover options. The first thing that will kill someone overnight is exposure before anything else especially if you get wet which is a big problem in your climate. Being in an urban environment you can probably scrounge shelter however if that isn't possible you might want to think of adding something to go along with the bivvy. A small tarp or some contractor bags. I've even seen small pocket nylon blankets on Amazon that could double as a tarp and would fit in your H2 Go Bag. Just something to make some cover to aid in staying dry so the SOL Bivvy can keep you warm. Otherwise, loved the kit and planning on "stealing" it haha. Or at least lots of ideas from it. Love the channel to. Thanks for all you give the community.
NASA had a contest for an idea for a pen to write in zero gravity. That was before you were born. A kid from Germany wrote in and suggested a pencil, however Fischer developed the nitrogen filled cartridges. I bought one of the original Fischer Space pens. That was a long time ago. That is a great kit you put together.
Awesome kit. I started a water bottle kit a while back and then put it on the shelf. This video got me excited to finish it. You always do great kits and bags but this one is one of your best. Thanks.
nice setup I like the idea of cordage over the strap. I have a modular survival kit that includes a canteen kit similar to yours I have a belt pouch and a neck knife kit attached to it as I prefer a "wearable" kit to a carry one that I might set down. Only suggestions I have would be to add a 4 mil plastic contractor garbage bag that has a hundred uses mostly with critical shelter, rice because it is small and light, water tabs because they are small, light, fast, and easy.
I've been planning a similar kit, but you took it to another level. I plan to keep it in my car as a get home kit that I can attach to my EDC bag. Thanks for all your hard work on the videos, I've used many of your ideas in the past few months since I got started.
love your videos especially the PDF you include. I wanted to just mention one thing you should ditch the black exam gloves in favor of the blue purple or white ones because blood does not show very well on black. for example if someone is incoherent or unconscious the best way to check for bleeding injures is by a firm pat down, bleeds can start slow and might not show on clothes so checking with your hands is the best way.
Great video. So thankful for your willingness to advise others. I was listening to Alastair Humphreys speak on the ArtofManliness podcast about microadventures and how he encourages people to go out, even for the night and camp (with or without a tent). This vid has given me great ideas in what I'd create as a go bag for it's intended use, as well as for microadventures. Keep up the great work.
I also have this Condor pouch and I just love it. A friend made me the paracord strap as well. It is awesome! I added another pouch on the otherside of the bag for a food bag that I put food in and its amazing how much fits inside the pouch. Great kit you made up as well! Thanks for sharing! ~Dawn
Hi there TUP you asked for feedback, so here it comes... (ante scriptum: the bag looked 'ok')1. Ditch the stove, you can easily use two street tiles to form a corner so you can place the bottle or cup over a place to ditch an asbitcube. And if you are in the outdoors, you will likely build a small fire instead and place the bottle in there. 2. Do get the fish mouth spreader (local fishing store), as it makes taking the bottle out of a fire a lot easier, or in conjunction with a tripod. (although Dave showed an easy way with a stick and some cordage in one of his earlier videos, but the fish mouth spreader is just easier and fool proof method).3. Is there a nice patch of mole skin in your mini-medi ? (the bug spray is a really good idea btw)4. Loose the striker thing that comes with your fire steel and learn how to use your knife instead. Tie the fire steel to the bag with 2 feet of paracord, so you do not loose it (lesson learned on 'Alone')5. Tie the whistle to the outside of the bag to the strap, saves some room on the inside and you want it easily accessible anyways.6. Get a(n) '(ammo) drop pouch' either by condor or maxpedition (or other), put it on rolled up, and use it to store your food or gathered items.7a. Please put 1 daytrax water ration pouch in the water bottle7b. and include some water purification tablets, for purification on the go (aka. fill yourself up with the straw, fill bottle with a tablet, and move).8. Do you drink coffee frequently? Then please include some coffee sachets, or suffer withdrawal headache. (or caffeine pills)9. Loose the mesh things, you will loose them anyways, use the bandana to strain water instead (hair tie is ok I guess)10. Include a washcloth, possibly made yourself (or wife) from a quick dry camping towel. (boil water, get wash cloth moist, wash most sweaty area's multiple times, somewhat rinse the washcloth in between). You can sterilize the wash cloth afterwards by 'boiling it'. Just 'air dry' yourself and the cloth.)11. Include a toothbrush, just use with some water (or use ashes if you think it's really needed)12. Include a steel wool pot scrubber (to clean out your cup). Dry the cup over the fire to sterilize it after washing in a disputable source.13. Consider vacuum sealing a 'tube' of rice, and loose one buffalo bar to replace it. Use the meat and rice together to boil / prepare a hot meal (carbo hydrates are part of a balanced diet, it's not just protein you need;) maybe put some multivitamins in the small tin or in the mini-medi. Also, a couple of bouillon cubes would make for a nice additional flavour option that stores well.14. If you feel uncomfortable with starting fires from natural tinder (or your location offers few sources), include ample amounts of surefire (or equivalent) and/or asbitcubes.15. A compass doesn't do you much good without a map, copy or print a section of the area you are most likely to operate in, it doesn't have to be all detailed, it is mostly to get a rough baring for your compass and directions... (it should fit in the location of your ditched stove.)16. I missed your hobo writing materials, not entirely sure what it was, hard chalk or something? Write the most used symbols in the back your 'write in the rain' booklet. Or print and glue it to the inside of the cover.17. I missed a 'light' important documents section, mainly a copy of your ID and a USB thumb drive stored in waterproof bag.18. There is always some room in the bottle for some hard candy.I think you have rations for about 1 to 1.5 days in food, and more then enough water, if you can obtain it. There are some more things I think might be suitable for this H2Go bag (possibly work gloves on a carabineer, maybe a contractor bag (although I am not sure where it would fit), and I could probably think of more) but, this bag works in conjunction with your 'EYP' (empty your pockets) and your 'EDC' bag (and modules therein), possibly your 'Get Home Bag' in the car, and ultimately your Bug Out bag, where after it would function as a 'scout/day bag' of sorts once you get to your bug out location. (or it could double as a light 'bug out bag' for Kid Urban Prepper, to give him some essential kit (mainly water and some food)). So the actual content that is suitable to go in this bag, without overloading it with redundancy when taking your other 'mobile' preps into account, is largely dependent on what is on you when you actually grab this bag, and what you may have to do with out if you grab it... So likely you will have to revisit the bag for a 2.0 (all the feedback in this thread being the vs1.1) once the whole system is crystalized, and you can view this bag in the light of it's functions as a part of the whole system... I do really like this module though, it is part of my system as well, though in my case it (was) just a condor bag with water bottle and cup (basically cook kit), and some drink stuff. easily detachable from my bug out bag. Seeing a more extensive version makes me already exited to see vs. 2.0 in conjunction with the rest...
+Dutch Courage I am so sorry for the mess above, but i do not feel responsible, really TH-cam/Google can't make a decent website if their life depended on it :P ... i think that is the main reason why their search page is all blank ;) ... So please copy/past the text into 'word' or something, and put [enter] before each number. And after the words 'hard candy'.... Then .... read it :)
+Dutch Courage Wow! What a comment! Thanks for taking the time to provide so much feedback. Here is goes: 1) Yes, you could definitely get by with a makeshift stove (e.g., penny stove) and or fire pit. I like the option of being able to use a small, self-contained stove for times when I wouldn’t want to scavange for stove supplies or making a fire pit. 2) I’ll look into this. I was banking more on using the nesting pot to boil water and then pouring it into the bottle, and using the bottle as a secondary boiling container. 3) Yes. 4) Why not just have both options available? 5) Yes, that will most likely be the final storage solution. Probably on a biner or lanyard. 6) Nice tip! I’ll see if I can make it fit. 7a) I’m leaning towards storing this Go Bag next to a full size water bottle so I don’t have to worry about getting water immediately. 7b) They will be included in the Altoids Tin. I included them in the PDF but not this video. 8) I’m looking into caffeine pill options. Any specific recommendations? 9) Why not have both options available? They’re lightweight, small, cheap, and dedicated. The bandana may be pre-occupied. 10) Why not just use the bandana? 11) I’ll look into options. I am currently have one in the larger kits (BOB, GHB, EDC). 12) I think this will take up too much space in this bag. I have one in my BOB currently. 13) Good idea on the rice! 14) I have Live Fire, Cotton Balls and multiple fire starting capabilities in this kit and the Altoids Tin. 15) I have a map solution that won’t require ditching any of the existing gear. It’s cool. Stay tuned. 16) Those will most likely be included along with the Survival Cheat Sheet. During my testing, the soap stone and lumber crayon was too messy with this kit. Need a better storage option. Currently in BOB. 17) Included in EDC Altoids Tin. May add a duplicate. That’s for a dedicated video. This H2 GO Bag will be modified by the time I get to the final BOB video. Hopefully you’ll see many improvements that you suggested. This is a Version 1.0, so lots of room for modifications. Thanks again for taking the time to write. ~Cliff
Hiya Cliff, well first off, tnx for the detailed reply. Some replies from my end. 1. If that is the way you want to go, then by all means :) the world is a free place (or at least for as far as stove choices go...) I would use the space and weight for something else, seeing the environment offers solutions. I like the asbit cubes though, especially considering an urban environment. 2. The off centre tied stick method works as well for this, but the spreader doesn't take much room and works better (not so fiddly). Also boiling in the bottle works fairly easy in an open fire, yet retrieval can be difficult due to heat. Hence the spreader... 3. WTG :) 4. Well I would say because of space issues, the striker takes up about the space of an asbit cube, and I rather have an extra cube, then a redundant striker... 5. We will see it in 2.0 then... :) 6. It will more then likely fit on the front pocket mesh. 7a. Well, this sort of ties in with my end comment, where and when you want to grab this bag plays somewhat of a role on what needs to be in it. If you are sure to have a ample starting water supply then the ration may not be so important. Though if its the ultimate emergency grab bag, I think some water should be in it... 7b. I sort of figured they would be in there ;) 8. I would ask Canadian Prepper tbh. I like my caffeine in liquid form. 9. Because I think you will loose them because they are tiny, hard to see, etc. And the bandana can do the trick (and is a lot more visual), so why carry something else... 10. While a bandana will absorb water due to being cotton. A wash cloth is more of a 'bag' shape to fit your hand which makes washing less of a hassle, and if a cloth would have sufficed I do not see a reason why the washcloth was the way of washing ourselves before the shower became a common good. Do carry both, they are lightweight and do not take up much room (put the washcloth around your water bottle to store it, absorbs condensation, prevents rattling). 11. Again the ending statements, but do carry one somewhere. So you are sure to have one. 12. Hmm, depends on the size you take, I would advice to store one in between the cup and the washcloth wrapped water bottle, but that is because I have some fairly small ones. The larger ones I can see what you mean... (you can cut them if I am not mistaken) 13. And the bullion cubes too, just add all with some water in your cup, boil till the rice is done, and eat (do check the amount of water the cubes are for, cut in halve or quarter depending on it, or you end up with a very salty 'soup'). 14. Sounds ok, this was more of a reminder anyways. Put there because a lot of kits assume knowledge of bush craft fire making. Being in an urban environment, and maybe not so well known with fire making (this includes your audience too btw), having these easy tinders is the way to go... why hassle, if you understand what I mean... 15. I won't, I will just see it coming when it does, if I have to stay tuned until it does I won't be able to do anything else ;) :P 16. hmmm, lokbag ? Also, interested in the cheatsheet, it's been a while since it was mentioned and there hadn't been any info on it since, I assumed it had gone the way of the dinosaur by now... glad to see it's still coming :) 17. Same as 11. I hope that when you do a 2.0 video on this bag, at the ending of the BugOut bag series, you will also clarify when you plan to take this bag (and what will be on you when you do), and what roles if full fills in relation to the Bug Out bag. As both will play a role in regards to what has to be in it, and will make these items fall into place...
+Dutch Courage I saw that in my opening post I forgot 2 items in the list of mobile bug out system supplies. So just for good measure and posterity the whole list (in my current views) ....EYP - Empty Your Pockets ( !always! on you) .... EDC - Every Day Carry (work or school bag, obviously not on you during the weekend) ....GHB - Get Home Bag (generally a bag in a car - not being car repair supplies or car med-kit, but a bag to get you home in case you strand somewhere) ....H2Go Bag - Grab/Go Bag - (small unit with base supplies, true hurry grab) ....BOB - Bug Out Bag (Get to your Bug Out location bag, stored in home - may end up being a INCH-bag. (I'm Never Coming Home bag) ....72h Food Supply - 72h of food and water (liquids), preferably in mobile solution ....72h E-Bag - Emergency/Evacuation Bag with clothing and hygiene supplies for a weekend stay in a hotel or motel (include sink washing solution) ....At home and somewhat mobile: First Aid kit (Medical Supplies) ....- Longer term Water storage and rotational use .... - Longer term Food storage and rotational use ....Obviously all these come with various modules for their intended uses, and supplement each other, or offer important redundancies (1 is none, 2 is one, 3 is prepared) and multi purpose items.... and why was my previous post formatted nicely and did this turn into another mess again ?!?!?
Love the video. One thing you might want to consider is a dump pouch. They are small when rolled up but they expand to hold all sorts of stuff. They are generally made to hold 6 plus ar mags so they should hold all your extra food and forage. They attach easily to the pack if you have any room .
Love your videos....This is an older one, but still great info. Im pretty OCD and analytical, so your approach, organization, and straight forward presentation is a great fit for me. Thanks
You sir, are amazing! Thank you so much for all the great videos, your wholesome approach, great explanations, attention to detail and especially for your PDFs! This is such a great help, I really love them.
Wow! Such a creative and well thought through kit, you have definitely made the most of such a small kit. It definitely gives you lots of options for a quick access grab and go kit! Amazing!!!!
I love all of the work you put into this. Especially the resource sheet! I can’t wait to go download it!!! I think I am going to take a shot at doing this with my Gen 3 pathfinder bottle bag. I hope I can still find those side pouches!
I would like to see one major trauma bandage in there and a maxi pad. Thats for an entrance and exit wound. Its also for major breaks that puncture through the skin. And one more bandana. And lastly a cheap multitool with pliers. Your super organized i love it. I dont know if youve been able to check out parapocolyps yet but im going to add a nice hunk of that or similar brand actually to mine. Come to think of it i dont recall seeing a tinder helper in your kit? Esbit doesnt take a spark well. Whats really cool about your kit is that i only see the gum as luxury. Everything you have in there fulfills the purpose of your kits design as stated at the beginning. Well done.
Great kit! I love that water key. I bought one after I saw your video about it. I carry it in my bicycle tool kit and I have used it to fill up my water bottles, stealthy like a ninja! :D Thanks for another great vid! Peace, Duane
Another great kit, guy. You always spark ideas for me, love all your vids. As a suggestion, I gotta believe there's room there for a mini-bic lighter. The fire steel's important for back up and reliability, but nowhere near as convenient or speedy.
Not an essential, but a nice to have if you end up traveling with or encountering kids. I keep a couple of finger puppets in my EDC. It's the miracle item if you encounter a crying baby or young child in a shelter, bus, train or other emergency venue.
Very nice module. I have that exact Condor Pouch, been meaning to finish it off. At the minute it is merely containing water and water purification items, but yours is so much more. You've inspired me to crack on with mine, thanks :-) I would put the water filtration straw inside the stainless steel bottle, just to give it a bit more protection. I keep a LifeStraw inside mine.
SOLID kit. I'd add neck lanyard for whistle, local map, and ditch the stove box and fire tabs and replace with a bic lighter. There are many things in the urban world at your disposal that will light on fire, like cardboard. space blanket vs disposable poncho is another consideration. If it's raining, I'd prefer a plastic poncho over a bivy bag I'd have to modify. great snacks, how about a single "scratch" brand or "hammer recoverite" drink mix ( I know the honey qualifies). Love the videos, keep them coming!
I have the same set up, except I took 2 of the new Wilderness Outfitters bottle bags and molled them to a original WO bottle bag. I can shove all kinds of "junk" in each one. I dedicated 1 to tools/shelter, 1 to water and, one to food.
Very well done. I wish Kelly kettle made a small enough version of their kit to be able to fit in a bag this size. That would solve a lot of problems but you already addressed most of them.....
Great video! I love the new kit. Might I suggest that you take a look at braided fishing line as a substitute for that spool of thread. You can get the line in anything from 10-200 lb breaking strength and it is very thin for its strength. Add a couple of hooks and pinch-on weights and you've got a dual use repair/fishing kit for only an ounce more weight.
I like your kit, but what happens when you need cordage or water? I would add a clipable waterproof small bag (to store food when you have water) and 2 55 gallon drum bags. Love your vids you are very through. thanks
Nice video... Some additional items for your considerations sir... for the canvas needle, look for kevlar thread, much stronger than cotton/nylon thread. A water-proof pouch with lanyard for your phone, spare batteries for flashlight, goggles and N95 mask for smoke/dust/contagions, work gloves.
I've been really wanting to make an H2O Go Bag almost exactly like this. Love that paracord strap! That is a really well thought out kit. I'm going to take some ideas and make my own. :)
I have a question. Did you ever test to determine that this was going to actually fit as a module in your BOB? I have this exact same Maxpedition knock-off pouch for my water bottle and stuff but have not been able to get mine to fit as a module in my BOB and am looking for ideas to pare things down further. It seems like I need everything in my BOB so no room to fit the Go Bag/ H2O Bag. I'd LOVE to see a video where you show all your modules actually fitting together in action. Thank you!
Very good video .. I have a similar kit but I will be incorporating some more of these ideas (especially the no-seum filter). Thanks for putting so much thought and dedication to your kits and sharing your vids.
+P701 Preparedness & Outdoors You are very welcome! The No-See-Um Mesh is really handy. I bought a large sheet of it and have been using pieces of it in multiple kits.
Just by means of trying to be helpful, I could think of 4 more light weight items to add: (1) There is a universal canteen cup lid available on Amazon now for about $5.00 & it would help reduce time to boil water: (2) adding a folded up Mylar space blanket (Cover) to the main external pocket (3) some folded up aluminum foil inside the water bottle and perhaps (4) a folded up heavy mil trash can liner bag if it fits. Really enjoy your videos & hope some of these suggestions help!
Really nice module. You might add a two person SOL blanket as a shelter option. It's really quite large and can be corded by adding stones or coins as latch points. You could store it under the molly straps or alongside the bottle. When your survival tin is finished with some food gathering equipment, you're set.
The paracord is a awesome idea but I'd carry some bank line too cause I'd hate to pull it apart for nust 2 feet. You should add a tarp in that kit too maybe a 8x6.
I'm actually thinking of moving to the Puget Sound area for work, and one of the things that's confusing is the knife laws. As far as I can tell, fixed-blade knives of any length are illegal. How do you get around that for your survival kits? Looking for advice.... It's actually much easier to get a concealed firearms permit, but it's a lot harder to cut wood with a firearm....
If it's possible think about adding the nitrile glove inside the FAK. I keep mine there for organization. Solid first version, but I know you will find ways to improve this over time. Great job
Hey Urban Prepper, this my first time watching one of your videos. Overall your video was really good but there are a few things I wanted to mention. First thing is that everybody's pace count is going to be different with regards to using Ranger beads. If you're going to be using that method to keep track of distance traveled every person needs to know their own pace count for 100 meters. Also, your pace count can vary over different types of terrain. While your personal pace count may be 100 meters per 60 steps on the left foot on paved level terrain in an urban environment, it could easily be double that while navigating over rough terrain. If you don't have Ranger beads you can also pickup some small stones and transfer them from one pocket to another to keep track of distance traveled. It's good to see that you have a compass, but I'd recommend investing in a high quality, aluminum lensatic compass and the corresponding maps for your area. I've had my lensatic compass for close to 14 years now, including 7 years in the Army, and the thing is absolutely bullet proof. I'm gonna check out some more of your videos.
I reaaly enjoy your infomative vids. In an earlier video, you indicate that you created a bug out library using an eReader. Curious if you still believe this to be useful. Perhaps I missed it, but I haven't seen you discuss this recently.
Wow so well thought out documented and researched- great job! Big Lesson from Katrina: Water & Communications is more important. Most people died from dehydration after loss of power. Going overseas (Thailand) in urban env., what's your rec for dealing with water & food or salads washed with local water to stay safe while traveling? Thumbs up!
you do such a great job with these things that I rarely have anything but good comments. This time is no different, however. How much does that kit weigh? The modular approach is outstanding. As you know I also promote the lego block approach to comms gear. With that in mind, I have not heard you give any estimates on the total weight of all the modules combined. Would love to get some feedback on that. Keep kicking butt man, you're doing a great job.
+SurvivalTech Nord Thank you so much! Haha... I'll keep in mind that a bag STN comment can come at any point. :) I'll be sure to weigh the kit when I get home. I would say less than 5 lbs (2.2 kg), but I'll need to verify with and without water. I'll look into providing weight estimates for modules. I have a system that I usually use when building large kits (e.g., backpack) that is't very scientific but has worked for me. Basically, I use a large laundry basket and put everything in it (excluding the backpack). I'll constantly test out the weight with the handles to see how bad it is, and will modify the contents once I feel that the weight is too much to easily pick up. That's not really individual modular based though.
+TheUrbanPrepper well don't tell anyone but my wife says I have a tactical bag fetish. I was wondering about the weight because of the walk you did with Daniel. I though you must have optimised the weight of your bags, to do so well. :)
I can’t help but think that these paracord straps are a little gimmicky! If you need the cordage you will have to dismantle the strap; then how do you carry the bag the strap was intended to carry in the first place? I think I’d go with a strap, like is on the square 2 quart US Canteen, and stick some cordage in the bag somewhere. Or even hang it off the outside of the bag when space dictates it! But that’s just me. Another nice video BTW!
18:49 For protection against bugs, I know there's a mosquito head net designed to be used over a hat -and cinched around the neck-, but I'm yet to watch a video in which a prepper has one in his/her kit. I intend to buy a Tilley hat -the TM10 seems to be the best option for wearing where I live-, which happens to feature a pocket on the inside - I've seen one or two other companies that make hats with that kind of pocket, but Tilley is probably the only one that includes one in all their hats. I've seen a couple of videos showing a mini-EDC kit that can be carried inside the hat (or baseball cap), so that inspired me to make my own - including a mosquito net :-)
+WalterWorld·Vlog I have a mosquito net (Sea To Summit) included in my Clothing Module. Perhaps I should look at putting it here instead? What do you think? I would LOVE to see your own custom hat with EDC and Mosquito Net integration!
Oh, in your BOB, right? I've found it in the 2012 video - it had been a while since I last watched it, so I didn't remember it. Since you already have bug spray in this go bag, I don't think it's necessary to have a bug net in there as well. And, to be honest, I'm afraid wearing a mosquito net in an urban environment is a sure fire way to get one expelled from the gray man club :-p I've been experimenting with different clothing and gear combinations when I go walking around my neighborhood. I've learned that a boonie hat and cycling (fingerless) gloves during the day draw as much unwanted attention as my reflective vest during the night - I don't really mind being laughed at, but standing out is not always a good idea, even in "peaceful encounters", so to speak. I'll try to buy a Tilley hat and put together an "EDC hat kit" video. I'll let you know when I do so :-)
Very nice. I wonder if you could also integrate a emergency (space) blanket and / or throw away poncho. They would maybe give a bit more shelter options to shield you against the environment.
+TheUrbanPrepper You are already doing really well Tetris wise ;) I am sure you could fit a throw away poncho under the water bottle, maybe even an emergency blanket. Seems like you are relying heavily on your clothing to shield you from the environment (which is smart). Not sure how much insulation or water protection the bivy would give but indeed some plastic or mylar could improve your options to stay dry (C for convection)
+Dronston Haha.... Thanks. I'll continue to tweak things so when the final BOB video is released, hopefully I'll have figured out a good poncho/plastic solution for this Go Bag.
I liked your video but I do have some questions? You think it is a good Idea to have that Belt Knife in Plain site when moving thru urban areas??? Have you ever actually made the trip from your work to your home with this kit???
+Tom Olofsson Thanks Tom. I enjoy most of the food options available at REI, which is where I usually pick up the Tanka and Justin's Nut Butters. Good stuff!
An idea for your pdf. It maybe helpful it you added a column showing which pocket the items were stored in. That way if someone gets similar but different items/bags they can use it as a template to make sure everything fits.
One of the best iv seen so far. Try a tiny personal alarm on amazon. About £4, sooo loud, better than a whistle and about the same size etc. Oh and toothbrush. 💋
+Survival For All Yes. I just wanted to make sure viewers knew that this was the case. With more and more flashlight companies offering a moonlight/firefly mode, flashlights are more appealing for me than a one and done candle.
Well now, that was awesome that you included PDF. WIsh more would do that. But I want to ask you a question that I ask everyone with Bug Out Bags. WHY would you want a whistle or other signaling devices when you're bugging out? My plan is to avoid contact as much as possible. I do NOT want to be found. If you have to Bug Out then the S really has HTF and the likelihood of friendly's being around would be slim
+Device Unknown Good question. For my purposes, Bugging Out does not necessarily mean evacuating from civil doom or SHTF (apocalyptic). Most of my more likely bug out scenarios are natural disasters, which I would definitely want to have signaling capabilities for rescue. For example, if your building was significantly damaged in an earthquake and you were buried for multiple days, your voice would go out from yelling for help but you can use the whistle for much longer. This bag can also be used as a general survival bag, like when you go hiking in the woods. Everyone’s emergency preparedness measures and planning is different, so I understand if your needs vary. I’m glad that you enjoyed the companion PDF! That takes much longer to create than the video filming itself.
don't forget that the lighter can be used to heat the open end of your honey sticks and then crimped closed (be it with a multi tool, pliers or rocks and sticks or your gloved fingers) to retain your honey in a sealed container....
Hey UrbanPrepper, love the video. What is the lumens on the Phoenix flashlight and where did you buy your water bottle? I'm having trouble finding a single-wall steel water bottle. Thanks and keep up the great work!
+Ray Serrato I purchased the canteen from Amazon. Search for "Guyot Designs Stainless Steel Water Bottle". I believe the lumens on high is around 180-200. Not as much as most newer flashlights, but it's been rock solid for over 5 years of testing so I have a lot of trust built up.
I can tell you from experience. Having chewing gum during stress filled adrenaline driven events helps. Also helps keep you from grinding your teeth when you'er stressed.
looking at the PDF to me it is on of the best , none scary bags that I am going to use in a rucksack with other stuff I take going to a hospital for treatment.its 80 miles round trip in the UK I love your videos but I feel I must take more than nothing if you know what I mean.
looking at the PDF to me it is on of the best , none scary bags that I am going to use in a rucksack with other stuff I take going to a hospital for treatment.its 80 miles round trip in the UK I love your videos but I feel I must take more than nothing if you know what I mean.🙌
+Robert Horch I start noticing a taste difference after 24-48 hours. Even more if it's stored in heat. Sometimes it depends on the age of the bottle itself. I'm not sure if others have noticed similar behavior.
The PDFs you make are above and beyond. Thank you!
Hello 👋 my outdoors friend, thank you for sharing this contents of your H2go bag. You did a fine job. You're set for just about any emergency. Always stay safe out there. 😊
I've been binge watching your channel, and wanted to say thank you for the hard work of being so dedicated to detail. The PDF files are amazing. The content is very useful. I'm basically homeless and live out of my vehicle. Your videos have helped me organize my gear and my kits to make the most out of the items I carry. As for this video, I also carry very similar items in my go bag kit. But for me I have the Grayl and the stainless steel 48 oz cup with lid along with a spork. Id love to see any revisions you've made. Btw thanks for the security phone vid. Very helpful as well.
I've watched this vid several times over the past few years, and decided the H2 GO BAG would be integral to my own evacuation kit. I'm SO GLAD you developed this idea and shared it! I have family to consider so the healthy adults will each carry an Orca Water Bottle pouch with the great paracord shoulder strap strung through the beltway of a waist deployment bag. Easy to wear as a chest pack or along the back in case someone needs carried/helped during a sprint, etc. I decided on Orca because of the extra storage pouch under the bottle compartment. I really appreciate your time and skills required to make such practical and informative vids! :-)
You my friend are 1 of the most detailed and organized TH-camrs i know. I do enjoy watching ur vids and you aid me by introducing new items or products that i do not own or need to update. Thx for sharing👍
My friend Sylvan Bushcraft tested out the pacing beads on and they were accurate to 100 meters per km. Great kit, I can only recommend some caffiene pills (so effective yet so small) and some aquatabs, they are just more convenient and so small... thats all i would add to this. maybe an extra phone battery or powerbank for gps.
+Canadian Prepper Thanks for the comment, CP! I will look into integrating all of your recommendation in the next version that will hopefully be included in the final BOB Video (v3.0). I do have some Aquatabs included in the Altoids Tin, which I’ll be covering later.
TheUrbanPrepper Its seldom if ever I get a chance to sneak in a relevant recommendation into your nearly bulletproof system!
+Canadian Prepper LOL! All of your recommendations are greatly appreciated my friend.
i realize it is kind of off topic but do anyone know a good website to watch newly released tv shows online ?
Great kit. Only thing I would add is more cover options. The first thing that will kill someone overnight is exposure before anything else especially if you get wet which is a big problem in your climate. Being in an urban environment you can probably scrounge shelter however if that isn't possible you might want to think of adding something to go along with the bivvy. A small tarp or some contractor bags. I've even seen small pocket nylon blankets on Amazon that could double as a tarp and would fit in your H2 Go Bag. Just something to make some cover to aid in staying dry so the SOL Bivvy can keep you warm.
Otherwise, loved the kit and planning on "stealing" it haha. Or at least lots of ideas from it. Love the channel to. Thanks for all you give the community.
NASA had a contest for an idea for a pen to write in zero gravity. That was before you were born. A kid from Germany wrote in and suggested a pencil, however Fischer developed the nitrogen filled cartridges. I bought one of the original Fischer Space pens. That was a long time ago.
That is a great kit you put together.
Awesome kit. I started a water bottle kit a while back and then put it on the shelf. This video got me excited to finish it.
You always do great kits and bags but this one is one of your best. Thanks.
+Smalltown Prep (Plainscrafter) That is SO cool to hear. I am happy that this video helped inspire you with your own water bottle kit.
nice setup I like the idea of cordage over the strap. I have a modular survival kit that includes a canteen kit similar to yours I have a belt pouch and a neck knife kit attached to it as I prefer a "wearable" kit to a carry one that I might set down. Only suggestions I have would be to add a 4 mil plastic contractor garbage bag that has a hundred uses mostly with critical shelter, rice because it is small and light, water tabs because they are small, light, fast, and easy.
I've been planning a similar kit, but you took it to another level. I plan to keep it in my car as a get home kit that I can attach to my EDC bag. Thanks for all your hard work on the videos, I've used many of your ideas in the past few months since I got started.
+Shawn Anderson So cool! I'd love to see your kit when it it is ready. I'm glad that you enjoyed this one. I'm really happy with this initial version.
This was the video that made me subscribe. I love this design. Wish I could like it twice.
love your videos especially the PDF you include. I wanted to just mention one thing you should ditch the black exam gloves in favor of the blue purple or white ones because blood does not show very well on black. for example if someone is incoherent or unconscious the best way to check for bleeding injures is by a firm pat down, bleeds can start slow and might not show on clothes so checking with your hands is the best way.
Yep, I was thinking the same thing.
Great video. So thankful for your willingness to advise others.
I was listening to Alastair Humphreys speak on the ArtofManliness podcast about microadventures and how he encourages people to go out, even for the night and camp (with or without a tent). This vid has given me great ideas in what I'd create as a go bag for it's intended use, as well as for microadventures.
Keep up the great work.
I also have this Condor pouch and I just love it. A friend made me the paracord strap as well. It is awesome! I added another pouch on the otherside of the bag for a food bag that I put food in and its amazing how much fits inside the pouch. Great kit you made up as well! Thanks for sharing! ~Dawn
Hi there TUP you asked for feedback, so here it comes... (ante scriptum: the bag looked 'ok')1. Ditch the stove, you can easily use two street tiles to form a corner so you can place the bottle or cup over a place to ditch an asbitcube. And if you are in the outdoors, you will likely build a small fire instead and place the bottle in there. 2. Do get the fish mouth spreader (local fishing store), as it makes taking the bottle out of a fire a lot easier, or in conjunction with a tripod. (although Dave showed an easy way with a stick and some cordage in one of his earlier videos, but the fish mouth spreader is just easier and fool proof method).3. Is there a nice patch of mole skin in your mini-medi ? (the bug spray is a really good idea btw)4. Loose the striker thing that comes with your fire steel and learn how to use your knife instead. Tie the fire steel to the bag with 2 feet of paracord, so you do not loose it (lesson learned on 'Alone')5. Tie the whistle to the outside of the bag to the strap, saves some room on the inside and you want it easily accessible anyways.6. Get a(n) '(ammo) drop pouch' either by condor or maxpedition (or other), put it on rolled up, and use it to store your food or gathered items.7a. Please put 1 daytrax water ration pouch in the water bottle7b. and include some water purification tablets, for purification on the go (aka. fill yourself up with the straw, fill bottle with a tablet, and move).8. Do you drink coffee frequently? Then please include some coffee sachets, or suffer withdrawal headache. (or caffeine pills)9. Loose the mesh things, you will loose them anyways, use the bandana to strain water instead (hair tie is ok I guess)10. Include a washcloth, possibly made yourself (or wife) from a quick dry camping towel. (boil water, get wash cloth moist, wash most sweaty area's multiple times, somewhat rinse the washcloth in between). You can sterilize the wash cloth afterwards by 'boiling it'. Just 'air dry' yourself and the cloth.)11. Include a toothbrush, just use with some water (or use ashes if you think it's really needed)12. Include a steel wool pot scrubber (to clean out your cup). Dry the cup over the fire to sterilize it after washing in a disputable source.13. Consider vacuum sealing a 'tube' of rice, and loose one buffalo bar to replace it. Use the meat and rice together to boil / prepare a hot meal (carbo hydrates are part of a balanced diet, it's not just protein you need;) maybe put some multivitamins in the small tin or in the mini-medi. Also, a couple of bouillon cubes would make for a nice additional flavour option that stores well.14. If you feel uncomfortable with starting fires from natural tinder (or your location offers few sources), include ample amounts of surefire (or equivalent) and/or asbitcubes.15. A compass doesn't do you much good without a map, copy or print a section of the area you are most likely to operate in, it doesn't have to be all detailed, it is mostly to get a rough baring for your compass and directions... (it should fit in the location of your ditched stove.)16. I missed your hobo writing materials, not entirely sure what it was, hard chalk or something? Write the most used symbols in the back your 'write in the rain' booklet. Or print and glue it to the inside of the cover.17. I missed a 'light' important documents section, mainly a copy of your ID and a USB thumb drive stored in waterproof bag.18. There is always some room in the bottle for some hard candy.I think you have rations for about 1 to 1.5 days in food, and more then enough water, if you can obtain it. There are some more things I think might be suitable for this H2Go bag (possibly work gloves on a carabineer, maybe a contractor bag (although I am not sure where it would fit), and I could probably think of more) but, this bag works in conjunction with your 'EYP' (empty your pockets) and your 'EDC' bag (and modules therein), possibly your 'Get Home Bag' in the car, and ultimately your Bug Out bag, where after it would function as a 'scout/day bag' of sorts once you get to your bug out location. (or it could double as a light 'bug out bag' for Kid Urban Prepper, to give him some essential kit (mainly water and some food)). So the actual content that is suitable to go in this bag, without overloading it with redundancy when taking your other 'mobile' preps into account, is largely dependent on what is on you when you actually grab this bag, and what you may have to do with out if you grab it... So likely you will have to revisit the bag for a 2.0 (all the feedback in this thread being the vs1.1) once the whole system is crystalized, and you can view this bag in the light of it's functions as a part of the whole system... I do really like this module though, it is part of my system as well, though in my case it (was) just a condor bag with water bottle and cup (basically cook kit), and some drink stuff. easily detachable from my bug out bag. Seeing a more extensive version makes me already exited to see vs. 2.0 in conjunction with the rest...
+Dutch Courage I am so sorry for the mess above, but i do not feel responsible, really TH-cam/Google can't make a decent website if their life depended on it :P ... i think that is the main reason why their search page is all blank ;) ... So please copy/past the text into 'word' or something, and put [enter] before each number. And after the words 'hard candy'.... Then .... read it :)
+Dutch Courage Wow! What a comment! Thanks for taking the time to provide so much feedback. Here is goes: 1) Yes, you could definitely get by with a makeshift stove (e.g., penny stove) and or fire pit. I like the option of being able to use a small, self-contained stove for times when I wouldn’t want to scavange for stove supplies or making a fire pit. 2) I’ll look into this. I was banking more on using the nesting pot to boil water and then pouring it into the bottle, and using the bottle as a secondary boiling container. 3) Yes. 4) Why not just have both options available? 5) Yes, that will most likely be the final storage solution. Probably on a biner or lanyard. 6) Nice tip! I’ll see if I can make it fit. 7a) I’m leaning towards storing this Go Bag next to a full size water bottle so I don’t have to worry about getting water immediately. 7b) They will be included in the Altoids Tin. I included them in the PDF but not this video. 8) I’m looking into caffeine pill options. Any specific recommendations? 9) Why not have both options available? They’re lightweight, small, cheap, and dedicated. The bandana may be pre-occupied. 10) Why not just use the bandana? 11) I’ll look into options. I am currently have one in the larger kits (BOB, GHB, EDC). 12) I think this will take up too much space in this bag. I have one in my BOB currently. 13) Good idea on the rice! 14) I have Live Fire, Cotton Balls and multiple fire starting capabilities in this kit and the Altoids Tin. 15) I have a map solution that won’t require ditching any of the existing gear. It’s cool. Stay tuned. 16) Those will most likely be included along with the Survival Cheat Sheet. During my testing, the soap stone and lumber crayon was too messy with this kit. Need a better storage option. Currently in BOB. 17) Included in EDC Altoids Tin. May add a duplicate. That’s for a dedicated video.
This H2 GO Bag will be modified by the time I get to the final BOB video. Hopefully you’ll see many improvements that you suggested. This is a Version 1.0, so lots of room for modifications. Thanks again for taking the time to write. ~Cliff
Hiya Cliff, well first off, tnx for the detailed reply. Some replies from my end.
1. If that is the way you want to go, then by all means :) the world is a free place (or at least for as far as stove choices go...) I would use the space and weight for something else, seeing the environment offers solutions. I like the asbit cubes though, especially considering an urban environment.
2. The off centre tied stick method works as well for this, but the spreader doesn't take much room and works better (not so fiddly). Also boiling in the bottle works fairly easy in an open fire, yet retrieval can be difficult due to heat. Hence the spreader...
3. WTG :)
4. Well I would say because of space issues, the striker takes up about the space of an asbit cube, and I rather have an extra cube, then a redundant striker...
5. We will see it in 2.0 then... :)
6. It will more then likely fit on the front pocket mesh.
7a. Well, this sort of ties in with my end comment, where and when you want to grab this bag plays somewhat of a role on what needs to be in it. If you are sure to have a ample starting water supply then the ration may not be so important. Though if its the ultimate emergency grab bag, I think some water should be in it...
7b. I sort of figured they would be in there ;)
8. I would ask Canadian Prepper tbh. I like my caffeine in liquid form.
9. Because I think you will loose them because they are tiny, hard to see, etc. And the bandana can do the trick (and is a lot more visual), so why carry something else...
10. While a bandana will absorb water due to being cotton. A wash cloth is more of a 'bag' shape to fit your hand which makes washing less of a hassle, and if a cloth would have sufficed I do not see a reason why the washcloth was the way of washing ourselves before the shower became a common good. Do carry both, they are lightweight and do not take up much room (put the washcloth around your water bottle to store it, absorbs condensation, prevents rattling).
11. Again the ending statements, but do carry one somewhere. So you are sure to have one.
12. Hmm, depends on the size you take, I would advice to store one in between the cup and the washcloth wrapped water bottle, but that is because I have some fairly small ones. The larger ones I can see what you mean... (you can cut them if I am not mistaken)
13. And the bullion cubes too, just add all with some water in your cup, boil till the rice is done, and eat (do check the amount of water the cubes are for, cut in halve or quarter depending on it, or you end up with a very salty 'soup').
14. Sounds ok, this was more of a reminder anyways. Put there because a lot of kits assume knowledge of bush craft fire making. Being in an urban environment, and maybe not so well known with fire making (this includes your audience too btw), having these easy tinders is the way to go... why hassle, if you understand what I mean...
15. I won't, I will just see it coming when it does, if I have to stay tuned until it does I won't be able to do anything else ;) :P
16. hmmm, lokbag ? Also, interested in the cheatsheet, it's been a while since it was mentioned and there hadn't been any info on it since, I assumed it had gone the way of the dinosaur by now... glad to see it's still coming :)
17. Same as 11.
I hope that when you do a 2.0 video on this bag, at the ending of the BugOut bag series, you will also clarify when you plan to take this bag (and what will be on you when you do), and what roles if full fills in relation to the Bug Out bag. As both will play a role in regards to what has to be in it, and will make these items fall into place...
+Dutch Courage I saw that in my opening post I forgot 2 items in the list of mobile bug out system supplies. So just for good measure and posterity the whole list (in my current views) ....EYP - Empty Your Pockets ( !always! on you) .... EDC - Every Day Carry (work or school bag, obviously not on you during the weekend) ....GHB - Get Home Bag (generally a bag in a car - not being car repair supplies or car med-kit, but a bag to get you home in case you strand somewhere) ....H2Go Bag - Grab/Go Bag - (small unit with base supplies, true hurry grab) ....BOB - Bug Out Bag (Get to your Bug Out location bag, stored in home - may end up being a INCH-bag. (I'm Never Coming Home bag) ....72h Food Supply - 72h of food and water (liquids), preferably in mobile solution ....72h E-Bag - Emergency/Evacuation Bag with clothing and hygiene supplies for a weekend stay in a hotel or motel (include sink washing solution) ....At home and somewhat mobile: First Aid kit (Medical Supplies) ....- Longer term Water storage and rotational use .... - Longer term Food storage and rotational use ....Obviously all these come with various modules for their intended uses, and supplement each other, or offer important redundancies (1 is none, 2 is one, 3 is prepared) and multi purpose items.... and why was my previous post formatted nicely and did this turn into another mess again ?!?!?
Love the video. One thing you might want to consider is a dump pouch. They are small when rolled up but they expand to hold all sorts of stuff. They are generally made to hold 6 plus ar mags so they should hold all your extra food and forage. They attach easily to the pack if you have any room .
Love your videos....This is an older one, but still great info. Im pretty OCD and analytical, so your approach, organization, and straight forward presentation is a great fit for me.
Thanks
You sir, are amazing! Thank you so much for all the great videos, your wholesome approach, great explanations, attention to detail and especially for your PDFs! This is such a great help, I really love them.
Wow! Such a creative and well thought through kit, you have definitely made the most of such a small kit. It definitely gives you lots of options for a quick access grab and go kit! Amazing!!!!
+Joe Betts Thanks for watching, Joe!
I love all of the work you put into this. Especially the resource sheet! I can’t wait to go download it!!!
I think I am going to take a shot at doing this with my Gen 3 pathfinder bottle bag.
I hope I can still find those side pouches!
I would like to see one major trauma bandage in there and a maxi pad. Thats for an entrance and exit wound. Its also for major breaks that puncture through the skin. And one more bandana. And lastly a cheap multitool with pliers. Your super organized i love it. I dont know if youve been able to check out parapocolyps yet but im going to add a nice hunk of that or similar brand actually to mine. Come to think of it i dont recall seeing a tinder helper in your kit? Esbit doesnt take a spark well. Whats really cool about your kit is that i only see the gum as luxury. Everything you have in there fulfills the purpose of your kits design as stated at the beginning. Well done.
Found your channel a couple weeks ago, love it. Your organization is amazing, it has given me so many ideas. Great channel, keep up the good work!
+Jon Cypher Thank you so much, Jon! I'm glad you have been enjoying my videos.
Cliff, this bag is awsome. I have seen some videos about this typ of kit, yours habe the best setup. Thank you for all of your videos. Go on with that
Did you ever get around to a 2.0 version of this H20 kit?
I’d like to know the same!
I built one very similar to this a few years ago, even the gsi cup, the guyot bottle and the bag its self. Great vid!
Great kit! I love that water key. I bought one after I saw your video about it. I carry it in my bicycle tool kit and I have used it to fill up my water bottles, stealthy like a ninja! :D
Thanks for another great vid!
Peace, Duane
+XDM50 Nice! Be careful though, ninja. :)
Another great kit, guy. You always spark ideas for me, love all your vids. As a suggestion, I gotta believe there's room there for a mini-bic lighter. The fire steel's important for back up and reliability, but nowhere near as convenient or speedy.
+Jay Barr (Mr. Pink) A cheap 4" ceramic rod for the knife would be a good add, or maybe a mini-sharpener key-chained on.
Not an essential, but a nice to have if you end up traveling with or encountering kids. I keep a couple of finger puppets in my EDC. It's the miracle item if you encounter a crying baby or young child in a shelter, bus, train or other emergency venue.
Hello TUP, thanks for the video! Now, 3 years later, I'd like to know how the Condor H2O is holding up? (if you still use it, that is)
Thank you sir. By your videos by the time I learned to think in complex from single details to common theme. That was really what I needed.
+Andreas Von Balaban (Outdoor Rangers) Awesome! I really get a lot of enjoyment with the strategic planning aspect of emergency preparedness.
Very nice module. I have that exact Condor Pouch, been meaning to finish it off. At the minute it is merely containing water and water purification items, but yours is so much more. You've inspired me to crack on with mine, thanks :-) I would put the water filtration straw inside the stainless steel bottle, just to give it a bit more protection. I keep a LifeStraw inside mine.
+Geordie Prepper I am so happy to have helped inspire you, Geordie. That is SO cool! Thanks for the filtration straw storage idea. I like it!
SOLID kit. I'd add neck lanyard for whistle, local map, and ditch the stove box and fire tabs and replace with a bic lighter. There are many things in the urban world at your disposal that will light on fire, like cardboard. space blanket vs disposable poncho is another consideration. If it's raining, I'd prefer a plastic poncho over a bivy bag I'd have to modify. great snacks, how about a single "scratch" brand or "hammer recoverite" drink mix ( I know the honey qualifies). Love the videos, keep them coming!
+1IdeaAhead good ideas!
I have the same set up, except I took 2 of the new Wilderness Outfitters bottle bags and molled them to a original WO bottle bag. I can shove all kinds of "junk" in each one. I dedicated 1 to tools/shelter, 1 to water and, one to food.
wow, nice kit. A lot of thought went into this kit. Thank you for providing the .pdf as a reference.
Very well done. I wish Kelly kettle made a small enough version of their kit to be able to fit in a bag this size. That would solve a lot of problems but you already addressed most of them.....
Great video! I love the new kit. Might I suggest that you take a look at braided fishing line as a substitute for that spool of thread. You can get the line in anything from 10-200 lb breaking strength and it is very thin for its strength. Add a couple of hooks and pinch-on weights and you've got a dual use repair/fishing kit for only an ounce more weight.
+Christopher Biegel Sweet. I'll look into it. Thanks Christopher!
I like your kit, but what happens when you need cordage or water? I would add a clipable waterproof small bag (to store food when you have water) and 2 55 gallon drum bags. Love your vids you are very through. thanks
Nice video... Some additional items for your considerations sir... for the canvas needle, look for kevlar thread, much stronger than cotton/nylon thread. A water-proof pouch with lanyard for your phone, spare batteries for flashlight, goggles and N95 mask for smoke/dust/contagions, work gloves.
+David Oliver Nice additions! Thanks for commenting, David.
that silcock key is AWESOME brother..... got 2 one in bag one in truck
This is my favorite kit that you've put together.
+Ciarán McIvor Thank you! I really like this kit too.
I've been really wanting to make an H2O Go Bag almost exactly like this. Love that paracord strap! That is a really well thought out kit. I'm going to take some ideas and make my own. :)
+Armed Rogue I really dig the strap too. Matt at Custom Paracord Creations makes some AWESOME paracord products. Please feel free to steal away! :)
I have a question. Did you ever test to determine that this was going to actually fit as a module in your BOB? I have this exact same Maxpedition knock-off pouch for my water bottle and stuff but have not been able to get mine to fit as a module in my BOB and am looking for ideas to pare things down further. It seems like I need everything in my BOB so no room to fit the Go Bag/ H2O Bag. I'd LOVE to see a video where you show all your modules actually fitting together in action. Thank you!
well thought out, as usual. Great looking kit. I love the "noseeum" and hair band. Definitely going to add that to mine.
Great kit. I like your screen idea for filtering.
Thanks a bunch!
Great video. Really like the kit. Not sure if your aware or not but the light my fire striker is a whistle as well.
Friend, greetings from Brazil. I like how you organize things, you are a good organizer!
+alanvaladares Thank you so much! I'd like to visit Brazil someday.
+TheUrbanPrepper Come whenever you want, will be welcomed!
I wrapped a couple layers of saran wrap around my duct tape so the sticky residue doesn't attract junk nor get other things sticky. Just a suggestion.
+Jennifer Gwinn Thanks a great suggestion, Jennifer! Thanks!
Very nice (as always). I wonder how much faster you could boil water if you had some kind of lid... Maybe even a piece of foil...
Thanks so much for all the effort you put on this videos. Really helpful. Thanks again.
Very good video .. I have a similar kit but I will be incorporating some more of these ideas (especially the no-seum filter). Thanks for putting so much thought and dedication to your kits and sharing your vids.
+P701 Preparedness & Outdoors You are very welcome! The No-See-Um Mesh is really handy. I bought a large sheet of it and have been using pieces of it in multiple kits.
Trail marker will be a nice addition
Just by means of trying to be helpful, I could think of 4 more light weight items to add: (1) There is a universal canteen cup lid available on Amazon now for about $5.00 & it would help reduce time to boil water: (2) adding a folded up Mylar space blanket (Cover) to the main external pocket (3) some folded up aluminum foil inside the water bottle and perhaps (4) a folded up heavy mil trash can liner bag if it fits. Really enjoy your videos & hope some of these suggestions help!
just upgraded mine, larger pathfinder bag and the gerber strong arm you have
excellent set-up, small and compact. thanks for sharing
Really nice module. You might add a two person SOL blanket as a shelter option. It's really quite large and can be corded by adding stones or coins as latch points. You could store it under the molly straps or alongside the bottle. When your survival tin is finished with some food gathering equipment, you're set.
+David Barclay Thanks for commenting, David. I'm glad you enjoyed this. Thanks for the recommendations.
@@TheUrbanPrepper have you done a version 2?
Very complete. Like the inclusion of so many different survival schools inside the kit. A little bit of everything for everyone 8)
+TheMountainRN Thanks! I'm pretty happy with how this one came out. I especially like my improved medical kit! ;)
TheUrbanPrepper you learn well my young Jedi 8)
Great video. As always well organized w list included.
The paracord is a awesome idea but I'd carry some bank line too cause I'd hate to pull it apart for nust 2 feet. You should add a tarp in that kit too maybe a 8x6.
I'm actually thinking of moving to the Puget Sound area for work, and one of the things that's confusing is the knife laws. As far as I can tell, fixed-blade knives of any length are illegal. How do you get around that for your survival kits? Looking for advice.... It's actually much easier to get a concealed firearms permit, but it's a lot harder to cut wood with a firearm....
Hi will the 40oz kleen canteen fit in there? Also adding some coffee filters would be great for filtering.
Love your presentation! I will integrate this into my own system. Keep up the good work!
That is set up nice. Mine changes all the time depending on the situation, and it sits right next to my INCH bag.
I will be using it tomorrow.
I now have ideas for my Maxpedition Proteus! Thank you!
very compact and concise kit! Great video!
If it's possible think about adding the nitrile glove inside the FAK. I keep mine there for organization.
Solid first version, but I know you will find ways to improve this over time. Great job
Hey Urban Prepper, this my first time watching one of your videos. Overall your video was really good but there are a few things I wanted to mention. First thing is that everybody's pace count is going to be different with regards to using Ranger beads. If you're going to be using that method to keep track of distance traveled every person needs to know their own pace count for 100 meters. Also, your pace count can vary over different types of terrain. While your personal pace count may be 100 meters per 60 steps on the left foot on paved level terrain in an urban environment, it could easily be double that while navigating over rough terrain. If you don't have Ranger beads you can also pickup some small stones and transfer them from one pocket to another to keep track of distance traveled. It's good to see that you have a compass, but I'd recommend investing in a high quality, aluminum lensatic compass and the corresponding maps for your area. I've had my lensatic compass for close to 14 years now, including 7 years in the Army, and the thing is absolutely bullet proof. I'm gonna check out some more of your videos.
I reaaly enjoy your infomative vids. In an earlier video, you indicate that you created a bug out library using an eReader. Curious if you still believe this to be useful. Perhaps I missed it, but I haven't seen you discuss this recently.
Outstanding kit! The only thing I would add off hand is some way to sharpen my knife; stone or diamond rod.
Nice video Cliff! Great idea and thanks for the PDF!
+sevenrayz You are very welcome!
Wow so well thought out documented and researched- great job! Big Lesson from Katrina: Water & Communications is more important. Most people died from dehydration after loss of power. Going overseas (Thailand) in urban env., what's your rec for dealing with water & food or salads washed with local water to stay safe while traveling? Thumbs up!
you do such a great job with these things that I rarely have anything but good comments. This time is no different, however. How much does that kit weigh? The modular approach is outstanding. As you know I also promote the lego block approach to comms gear. With that in mind, I have not heard you give any estimates on the total weight of all the modules combined. Would love to get some feedback on that.
Keep kicking butt man, you're doing a great job.
+SurvivalTech Nord Thank you so much! Haha... I'll keep in mind that a bag STN comment can come at any point. :) I'll be sure to weigh the kit when I get home. I would say less than 5 lbs (2.2 kg), but I'll need to verify with and without water. I'll look into providing weight estimates for modules. I have a system that I usually use when building large kits (e.g., backpack) that is't very scientific but has worked for me. Basically, I use a large laundry basket and put everything in it (excluding the backpack). I'll constantly test out the weight with the handles to see how bad it is, and will modify the contents once I feel that the weight is too much to easily pick up. That's not really individual modular based though.
+TheUrbanPrepper well don't tell anyone but my wife says I have a tactical bag fetish. I was wondering about the weight because of the walk you did with Daniel. I though you must have optimised the weight of your bags, to do so well. :)
I can’t help but think that these paracord straps are a little gimmicky! If you need the cordage you will have to dismantle the strap; then how do you carry the bag the strap was intended to carry in the first place? I think I’d go with a strap, like is on the square 2 quart US Canteen, and stick some cordage in the bag somewhere. Or even hang it off the outside of the bag when space dictates it! But that’s just me. Another nice video BTW!
18:49 For protection against bugs, I know there's a mosquito head net designed to be used over a hat -and cinched around the neck-, but I'm yet to watch a video in which a prepper has one in his/her kit.
I intend to buy a Tilley hat -the TM10 seems to be the best option for wearing where I live-, which happens to feature a pocket on the inside - I've seen one or two other companies that make hats with that kind of pocket, but Tilley is probably the only one that includes one in all their hats. I've seen a couple of videos showing a mini-EDC kit that can be carried inside the hat (or baseball cap), so that inspired me to make my own - including a mosquito net :-)
+WalterWorld·Vlog I have a mosquito net (Sea To Summit) included in my Clothing Module. Perhaps I should look at putting it here instead? What do you think? I would LOVE to see your own custom hat with EDC and Mosquito Net integration!
Oh, in your BOB, right? I've found it in the 2012 video - it had been a while since I last watched it, so I didn't remember it.
Since you already have bug spray in this go bag, I don't think it's necessary to have a bug net in there as well. And, to be honest, I'm afraid wearing a mosquito net in an urban environment is a sure fire way to get one expelled from the gray man club :-p
I've been experimenting with different clothing and gear combinations when I go walking around my neighborhood. I've learned that a boonie hat and cycling (fingerless) gloves during the day draw as much unwanted attention as my reflective vest during the night - I don't really mind being laughed at, but standing out is not always a good idea, even in "peaceful encounters", so to speak.
I'll try to buy a Tilley hat and put together an "EDC hat kit" video. I'll let you know when I do so :-)
Very nice. I wonder if you could also integrate a emergency (space) blanket and / or throw away poncho. They would maybe give a bit more shelter options to shield you against the environment.
+Dronston I am still trying to fit a contractor garbage bag into this kit. I need to do better at my Prepping Tetris.
+TheUrbanPrepper You are already doing really well Tetris wise ;) I am sure you could fit a throw away poncho under the water bottle, maybe even an emergency blanket. Seems like you are relying heavily on your clothing to shield you from the environment (which is smart). Not sure how much insulation or water protection the bivy would give but indeed some plastic or mylar could improve your options to stay dry (C for convection)
+Dronston Haha.... Thanks. I'll continue to tweak things so when the final BOB video is released, hopefully I'll have figured out a good poncho/plastic solution for this Go Bag.
Nice kit, I 'll get some ideas for mine, I would suggest one of those cheap poncho at least.
I liked your video but I do have some questions?
You think it is a good Idea to have that Belt Knife in Plain site when moving thru urban areas???
Have you ever actually made the trip from your work to your home with this kit???
Nicely done. Love Tanka bars. Justin's nut butters are really good too.
+Tom Olofsson Thanks Tom. I enjoy most of the food options available at REI, which is where I usually pick up the Tanka and Justin's Nut Butters. Good stuff!
+TheUrbanPrepper I first found them at REI also. Now I also buy them from Whole Foods. My wife works there.
Great version of the condor water bottle kit!
An idea for your pdf. It maybe helpful it you added a column showing which pocket the items were stored in. That way if someone gets similar but different items/bags they can use it as a template to make sure everything fits.
Thoroughly good video. I wonder - have you considered sliding in thin 'book' of matches?
+Jamesltricker Thanks James! No I haven't, but I can certainly look into it.
its amazing how much you can fit into that bag. Looking forward to making one myself =) ty for the great info as always
+SafiOwns You're very welcome! It's always fun playing Prepping Tetris with kits. :)
Thank you for sharing the PDF. Great stuff.
+Emma Shy You are very welcome, Emma.
One of the best iv seen so far. Try a tiny personal alarm on amazon. About £4, sooo loud, better than a whistle and about the same size etc. Oh and toothbrush. 💋
+TheUrbanPrepper In the 10 C's, Candle is referring to an item that provides light.
+Survival For All Yes. I just wanted to make sure viewers knew that this was the case. With more and more flashlight companies offering a moonlight/firefly mode, flashlights are more appealing for me than a one and done candle.
TheUrbanPrepper Okay. Whatever floats your boat.
Love your videos. Please keep them coming.
+Debra Kennedy Thanks Debra! I'll keep cranking them out!
Do you like the Frontier Water filter or the Sawyer better? The Frontier seems much smaller.
Just asking is it a good idea to replace my tarp with 10 10galloon trash bags for like small-scale camping
very well done. I like the modular system.
You give great information as always, keep up the great work ✊🏾 Man, I remember doublemint gum was $0.15 per 5pcs.
Well now, that was awesome that you included PDF. WIsh more would do that.
But I want to ask you a question that I ask everyone with Bug Out Bags. WHY would you want a whistle or other signaling devices when you're bugging out? My plan is to avoid contact as much as possible. I do NOT want to be found. If you have to Bug Out then the S really has HTF and the likelihood of friendly's being around would be slim
+Device Unknown Good question. For my purposes, Bugging Out does not necessarily mean evacuating from civil doom or SHTF (apocalyptic). Most of my more likely bug out scenarios are natural disasters, which I would definitely want to have signaling capabilities for rescue. For example, if your building was significantly damaged in an earthquake and you were buried for multiple days, your voice would go out from yelling for help but you can use the whistle for much longer. This bag can also be used as a general survival bag, like when you go hiking in the woods. Everyone’s emergency preparedness measures and planning is different, so I understand if your needs vary. I’m glad that you enjoyed the companion PDF! That takes much longer to create than the video filming itself.
don't forget that the lighter can be used to heat the open end of your honey sticks and then crimped closed (be it with a multi tool, pliers or rocks and sticks or your gloved fingers) to retain your honey in a sealed container....
+Chris RL Great tip!
Hey UrbanPrepper, love the video. What is the lumens on the Phoenix flashlight and where did you buy your water bottle? I'm having trouble finding a single-wall steel water bottle. Thanks and keep up the great work!
+Ray Serrato I purchased the canteen from Amazon. Search for "Guyot Designs Stainless Steel Water Bottle". I believe the lumens on high is around 180-200. Not as much as most newer flashlights, but it's been rock solid for over 5 years of testing so I have a lot of trust built up.
I can tell you from experience. Having chewing gum during stress filled adrenaline driven events helps. Also helps keep you from grinding your teeth when you'er stressed.
F'n amazing video, and your PDF docs are so appreciated.
Thanks a bunch, Michael! This was a fun one to make.
looking at the PDF to me it is on of the best , none scary bags that I am going to use in a rucksack with other stuff I take going to a hospital for treatment.its 80 miles round trip in the UK I love your videos but I feel I must take more than nothing if you know what I mean.
This dude did all my work. :)
looking at the PDF to me it is on of the best , none scary bags that I am going to use in a rucksack with other stuff I take going to a hospital for treatment.its 80 miles round trip in the UK I love your videos but I feel I must take more than nothing if you know what I mean.🙌
Great job as always. How long could you store water in the metal bottle before it has to be replaced?
+Robert Horch I start noticing a taste difference after 24-48 hours. Even more if it's stored in heat. Sometimes it depends on the age of the bottle itself. I'm not sure if others have noticed similar behavior.
Thank you for the reply.
You can walk around Seattle with that knife?