Something I see on a lot of these videos is that people never seem to waterproof their kit. After many years in the Army I found that waterproofing your kit is a must. Also the bags you use to waterproof with have many other uses as well. Great video mate you have given me some great ideas. Cheers mate.
Good morning CityBoy ! Great presentation / great selection of items. Many I had not thought of. Especially the SAS guide ! Harmonica ? Poems ? I love it ! You are a true Renaissance Man !! Physical requirements are very well covered but you also took care of somewhat more reflective / thoughtful needs as well. Again, great presentation and selection. The best of luck with the asthma - obviously it hasn't slowed you down. Thanks
+Terence DeBruycker Thanks for the awesome words Terence! I'm just trying to do my best with what God (and my parents) gave me. Life is amazing and worth living every moment to the fullest. Cliche' yes...but so true. Damn I sound like a hippie when I read it back to myself. Haha! Take care and stay tuned for more videos coming soon.
One suggestion I would recommend, you have too much loose items just everywhere in the pack itself, if you could manage to get a system set up like pouches that attach to the pack and separate things that way to make it easier to get to....might help some.
This is just superb, I have been researching "create a bug out bag" for a while now, and I think this has helped. You ever tried - Janameron Tenylan System - (do a google search ) ? Ive heard some awesome things about it and my neighbour got cool results with it.
Nice pack. Just a suggestion brother, get a vacuum sealer and seal up as much of that stuff as you can. It will save a lot of space and keep it dry as well.
look up a skivy roll for your under clothing and a smaller knive for food prep but man that is a great sensible pack wish more people did it like that. i have done disaster relief in Biloxi you have packed suff that will realy help you .
I just love the idea of the grenade pouches for carrying batteries and I've instituted that as part of my bug out bag thanks, Jesse, I'm also looking at getting a Goal Zero which is solar-powered and it will charge rechargeable batteries
Nice Video. I like your attitude on hoping not to use the bug out bag. If you wear contacts, I would suggest throwing in a pair of old glasses. If SHTF the contacts will run out. I would recommend smaller, higher quality tent stakes. I'd add another pair of socks and drawers in a space bag that seals up when you roll it.
I am from Richmond Kentucky and I noticed that you have the best beef jerky on the planet in your kit which by the way has inspired me to pull out my bag and do a quick inventory. I haven't opened it in like 2 years. the blue grass chemical activity is getting ready to dispose of the stockpile so in the unlikely event of a disaster a B.O.B. is not a bad idea.
Right on Anthony! Hell yeah, by far, the Best (store bought) Jerky on the Planet. I'm from Lexington and it's a must have item around here. This video is from almost a year and a half ago, so I've changed some things up. I'm gonna do an B.O.B Update video before too long. That's crazy about the Bluegrass Chemical Depot stuff... after all these damn years, I can't believe it's still there. Who's to say some bad ass Agent Orange or nerve gas couldn't get out and expose all of central Kentucky to chemical weaponry. Gas mask? CHECK! Good call, man... Cheers and good luck.
try to keep all of your medical supplies close to each other, because if your in a emergency and you need to access you items quickly, you need everything right now and then.
I knew as soon as i saw the beef jerkey that you were from KY. That stuff is made right down the road from me. Nice BOB by the way. I'm starting my own soon too, i ordered the bag itself as well as a little EDC bag.
I like what you have in the bag a lot and I'm sure you're always upgrading and improving. Just a thought on some of the items I though would be useful. You can put long term food storage items in there that actually taste great and last a very long time such as mountain house and mayday bars. I would also have more initial water in the pack. You might also be able to cut some gear such as the folding saw and a knife by getting a knife with a saw back on it. Of course I'm sure you've seen comments about the tent stakes and the roll of tape being not totally necessary. A great way to carry a lot of tape is to wrap in around pens or folding it square over itself. You wouldn't have to take up all the extra space with the inner part of the roll. Great video, thanks for sharing and I look forward to more!
Ray Serrato Right on Ray! Thanks for watching, for the advise AND for commenting. I am definitely trying new things and upgrading as I go. More videos to come...stay tuned Sir.
You probably made some changes to your kit. Pros, I got my self that self reliance bottle and bag, thank for showing me that, it would save me a hell of a lot space and weight and that line keeper would also help me a lot. Cons, there is a smaller gorilla tape roll you can use it will help with a little less weight and you really don't need that much. I also found an Axe/saw/hammer all in one it could save you space and weight in your bag, its from Zippo believe it or not. Cheers and good luck to you, from another City Boy.
Thanks, flematejr! I definitely have made some changes to my pack. In fact, I've made a lot of changes. But hey, that's what it's all about right? Adapting, improvising and overcoming.... I hope to make an updated video soon on my 'BOB'. Thanks for the thoughts and advice. Cheers and good luck back to ya, fellow City Boy!
Love the rat trap idea! Beats messing with snares or dead falls. I would make one suggestion, replace the paracord with light cable, even salt water fishing leader wire. It can't be chewed through.
Beautiful kit. I hate to be one of those know it all youtube commenters but i will. I wouldnt change anything in the kit but add an additional water storage bag, some more water just in case you cant get some made quick, and food. I like the big 100 bars, cliff bars, oatmeal, tuna packs, and especially bear creek soup packs. They have nutrition and filling. But thats my two cents. Thanks for sharing this video, its good to see someone who isnt all ammo and knives.
the family prepper Thanks man! Appreciate the tips and what not.. I've gotten some really good advice on here so far. I love it! Hope the Family Prepping is going well for ya Sir. Cheers.
Good presentation, Great BOB, one of the most complete and sensible ones I've seen. I can't think of anything meaningful that you've left out. Very Good Job!
Want to start out by saying this was hilarious to watch!! Most videos are so intense and all about the bushcraft side of things. I thought about making my own BOB videos simply because most didn't have simple things you included such as nail clippers or deodorant. Thanks for being real. Hitting subscribe!
+Chase Mershon Thanks Chase! Life is too damn short to be uptight and not have fun. Doing these videos CAN be stressful, but keeping it light and 'real' makes it easier to be myself and not try to perform for the camera lens. Hope to see your video out here some day. Thank you very much for the sub!
Great Video overall, just a few suggestions. I would possibly carry another knife along with the one that you have. The one you have is great for surviving but it is rather large to do some small camp chores that may come up while out in a situation. I suggest a condor bush craft knife if your looking for something durable for small things like that, and its pretty great knife for the price of about $35. Also, I would pick up some water purification tablets just as a backup in case your filter goes to crap. Maybe see if there is any other way to carry more water besides the emergency water you have. Along with the other comments down below about dropping some useless things to make room for shelter - I agree except the things that we consider useless may be useful to you personally, which is why its your bug out bag for YOU. But I do suggest trying to throw in a tarp or some type of tent just in case you do end up needing it. Many uses for tarps when out in the field, and can be used for things other than shelter. Hope these suggestions are somewhat useful to you, and by no means do you have to follow my opinion - just giving some friendly advice :) great video by the way- hilarious!!
Mauren Eileen Thanks for watching, glad you liked it! Also, I really appreciate the tips. I recently picked up my first Mora Knife. It seems perfect for smaller camp chores, like you mentioned. However, I'll definitely check out the Condor Bush Craft. One can never have too many blades LOL.
Nice pack. Just something real quick that can save you at least 5 pounds. Get rid of the tent stakes (which someone else suggested), and also get rid of that large roll of "cargo" tape. Probably will not need that much. Maybe get a smaller roll. That will save you some weight. Then organize your pack a little better. Keep all the first aid stuff together, all food together, etc. Maybe buy some pouches for internal organization (pencil pouches from Wal-Mart stationary section should work fine as a cheap alternative). Just some ideas.
Looks like you covered everything in multiples. When I first started my bag was like yours. Went on a 4 mile hike a quickly realized that I had way more shot than I needed. Pounds equal pain. You can probably cut the amount of stuff u carry in 1/2. It ultimately comes down to what you feel you need and what you realize that you don't need and you can only figure that out buy using your gear. Good luck.
Yes indeed, T! I realized that myself not too long after I made this video, which was just over two years ago. I have condensed and re-packed my BOB with less stuff and more thought to actual need and use. Thanks for the comments! Good luck to you as well.
CityBoy Prepper that's the same thing I had to do. I went with the camelbak HAWG w/ 100oz bladder and set up an inline filter on the hose. Also had a trial and error on my fire stuff had butt tons of stuff but figured out what worked well and what didn't finally I put 1 fire kit in my bag and 1 attached to my knife (cold steel tanto) in a maxpidition cocoon.
A 11' ' crowbar from the dollar store would be good in your bag. Remember that your fingers are not made of steel and that there will be times that you will not want to break your knife in certain situations. As for fishing gear, i suggest you add some YOYO FISHING REELs. Remember that in a CRISIS situation, you want to save as much energy as possible. So no need to waste time fishing; the YOYO do it for you. hehe If you want to be rescued, a survival mirror with the small hole in the middle would be good too. A rappel carabiner could be usefull too and you can use a 15' strap as a belt for confort. Good video man !
I Agree, crowbar is a must. I think carrying a crowbar is more important than anything else in the bag. With that crowbar you can aquire all of the other items. either by beating it out of someone or getting into where it's stashed
i would add more in the line of permanent shelter like a couple 5x7 nylon tarps. I have 2 that I use, they pack down to nothing and weigh 8oz so they're worth their weight in gold - esspecially IF you were to find yourself in a semi-permanent bugout situation.
Grew up with Asthma in the extreme. Many trips to hospital for injections of adrenaline. Lost it at puberty. Pollen was what set me off, so I started consuming honey made from the pollen type in my area. It helped noticeably. Thick steam helped me during attacks and maybe you, if you run out of spray. I know what you.re going through.
+Steven Morris Right on Steven! Thanks for the tips man. I was diagnosed with it at age 8. The doctors said I'd grow out of it, but I'll be damned if I did. I'm 36 now.. It's better and modern medicine (Symbicort) has helped keep it knocked down quite a bit. I have auto-refills on my meds and keep lots of back-up all over the place. I'm gonna get on that honey idea right away. Thanks again!
Big Jess you got the best bug out video...Cant really comment on what to upgrade in your bag until i start mine but you are funny as hell man i really enjoyed your video champ
A few of the super light weight tent stakes would be much better and they can be used to make a grill or stove. I would also suggest a medium sized knife like a Mora or my favorite the Beker BK16. Much easier to skin with or do task with.
It's a decent well thought out kit. The weight and space of the full roll of gorilla tape might not be worth it, considering it wouldn't be of immediate use. Maybe get a smaller one or just wrap a length of it around a credit card.
hey great video....no fishing string or hooks....I also recommend a small game metal.spring trap...for small game ....great bag though....I also bought a savage survival 22 and keep in bag...with bout 200.... 22s.....nice job....just hope one thing....I hope none of us ever have to rely on these bags for survival. ...
Looks good. I would recommend getting a water filter as well. Sawyer makes very good and durable ones. I would also get a life straw. Also you need a hydration bladder/camel bak. Overall the bag looks good.
I am impressed. That is a well thought out go bag. I do agree with most comments below including overall weight and can get a smaller roll of duct tape. I didn't see a spork eating tool, which I have in my bag. Also, check out the titanium tent stakes at Wal-mart. I carry 4 in my bag, and they weigh nothing. Great bag man. Again, very impressed.
Brad Limer I appreciate that Brad! Thanks for the comments. There's a spork in the stainless bottle cooking kit, which I didn't open. I plan on doing a seperate video on that bottle kit. There's some very worth while stuff in there that I should've shown. Thanks again!
thanks for sharing the video. I agree with the comments regarding the weight of the bag. If your bug out location isn't too far away, you probably wouldn't need a whole role of duct tape and the metal stakes.
Preparedglueguy1 Thanks for watching! I agree as well and the tent stakes have been pulled. My Bug Out Location is exactly an hour drive from my house. It feels close enough, but if my truck broke down en route....I just don't know. Maybe I should transfer the big roll of duct tape to my Car/Truck Survival Kit and get a 1" roll for my bag. Thanks for the help Sir.
nice pack dude - would like to see more on your medical kit; you are a funny guy singing in the video :-) Lately I have been trying to focus more on simple tools that are particularly helpful in an urban environment. The multikey I found was my latest addition to complete that set. Seemed smart to, at least have a section of the BOB focussed on urban situations, even when planning to go outside the cities and into the woods. Cuz most people simply live in such surroundings and so will have to deal with that particular environment first before being out... maybe that works for you too...
Mel Ville Thanks man! Really appreciate and agree with that info. I'll do a seperate video on my various medical kits. Thanks again for the idea. Cheers Mel!
Great bag! It's nice to see a video with someone who's used a lot of the items instead of just having it to be cool. Also, you can download the SAS survival guide to your phone for $5, and you don't need cell service to use it.
Some good things in there, but way too much stuff that would be a burden if you have to cover any distance. Also by ditching a load of the little things you could carry some proper shelter/sleeping gear. Just my opinion though.
+Armstrong A Perfectly answered! Fire, shelter, water purification kit, cutting tools (knives & folding saw), gathering food tools (snares, traps, fishing gear, etc.), cooking kit & rocket stove (remember, smoke can be seen from far away), confort items (it can be different depending of your area where you live), cloths (puncho and/or garbage bag as a rain suit, light and warm cloth depending of the season and area, etc.). The rest depend of the space you have left in your bag and/or can carry. Remember... the tips i just SUGGESTED are for BOB and INCH bag; not EDC.
+prepper quebecois I forgot to say something. When time comes, during your emergency situation. Do you want to be seen or hide for a while until the CHAOS go away. A very GOOD whistle could be usefull and can also attract «Zombies». I also forgot to mention a proper emergency kit and some diahrea pills is a must.
Your bag is a great start. You have a lot of comfort items I'm sure you could scale down. It might be a good ideal to hide a couple caches on the way to, or near your bugout camp so you don't have to carry it all in your bag. Think about traveling as a minimalist- lighter and faster. Things in your bag you wouldn't mind loosing because you know replacements are hidden waiting for you. Tools, Food, water, a couple changes of clothes would be a good cache items for near the bugout camp. (Clothes for different seasons). If your bugging out you probably wouldn't need to stop and eat, but might want a little water. just my thoughts. What you have is good.
Lots of useful stuff in this B.O.B 8:29 i think replacing the black one with a hand pump ones. (less battery replacing = less batteries used = less weight. 12:01 making/buying a USB charging cable charge it in you're "go" vehicle. Work great with 13:22. They do have those devices that convert thermal into electricity also. News or reports maybe very important. Some extra water redundancy might help like Life straw /water tablets and /or metal canteen For food P.B does come in a light weight dry state...(just add water) 21:09 could put the camp suds in a smaller container ( shouldn't be able to use that much even in a week lol... and you could put one at the bug out location... 5 hr energy bottle works great for soap ( video on my channel about it)
I would have different ways to make fire. Since you trying to head out to the woods you will run out of the lighters fuel. Try getting magnesium bar, magnifying glass etc. Cooking set. Other than that I was surprise how much stuff you had on your bag. Good job brother and good luck.
+Jerico Warner «RAT TRAPs» I've seen somewhere that rat traps have more chance of success to get certain small games than snares. Also, for each 10 times you put traps/snares on the field or woods, you give yourself a chance to get a small game during a survival day. BEWARE !!! It is very urgent to pull out the inside of the guts fast after the capture. Because there is a toxic bactery that can infect your captured meat.
Saw you vid, I have the same pack, it is POS, now just use it for light weight items only, if you are like the rest of us we look for bargains where we can, found out you can't skimp out on a good backpack, spend the money save on other items. Good luck. and nice vid.
Caffeine pills are a must if you are a coffee addict - the withdrawal from coffee can be a debilitating - same for smokers if they don't get nicotine. So if you drink coffee get the pills. My suggestion is never have plastic water bottles - metal so you can use it to boil water if needed.
+MarvelDcImage If shtf id recommend a flask of alcohol over caffeine. Adrenaline is pretty good at keeping you awake I would think you would need something to calm you down. My flask is 20oz heh.
CityyBoy Prepper, I like your bug out bag. You seem to cover a lot of bases. Just a thought. I think you should change out the tent stakes for the smaller L shaped ones. And the reason I say that is because you'll find more use out of them. If you order a simple 10 my 10 inch wire mesh grid from Amazon. Using only four of those tent stakes you have a mobile grill over any campfire. Which would prove useful in a survival situation. you can buy the smaller tent stakes from Amazon for $4 and they come in a package of almost 20. Numerous uses. Those tent stakes you have now. You have very limited use. maybe add some water purification tablets. and a Flint striking tool. like I said food for thought. I myself am still working on my bug out bag. when it's done I'll share a video and you can give me some suggestions as well.
That's a whole lot of kit! Did I miss a weapon (i.e., firearm)? Maybe that's not an option where you live, or not a personal priority. But you sure have your bases covered. I might throw in some kind of compression bandage (an ABD pad would do). Some petroleum jelly and a credit card or similar-sized hunk of kydex (or two of each), or even some plastic wrap and duct tape can help seal a sucking chest wound ... just a thought or two. Nice presentation.
protip, if you like having lots of cheap shitty lights, make sure they all use the same battery type. Cheap lights tend to turn themselves on in your bag and you may need spares. Even better, buy lights that take rechargeable batteries and a means to recharge them such as a solar panel or battery bank. Also lots of lights are multi use. For example some double as a headlamp, some double as a lantern, some do all three. A good way to save weight
This is purely honest critical info. You've done a nice job prepping with necessary "stuff" for situational emergency. What I would suggest - quite simply - is FOOD. Nothing else will matter - scissors, band-aids, wipes, etc... - if you are hungry. Yes, I know you have tuna. What' I'm talking about is dehydrated this-or-that. Stuff you can boil and eat, even in a ration scenario. Dried beans, dried grains, dried vegetables... whatever you can add to whatever you can find, in small portions. Not "ready to eat", but stuff you can add to whatever you can find. Eating pine may sustain you, but it sure would be better if you could boil it with some other ingredients that are light-weight. Just a tiny suggestion. Dried food! Oregano, garlic, etc....
Gmail User I agree 100%. I'm currently stocking my Bug Out Location with those types of items. But, I can definitely see where that would be really helpful en-route. Especially because MREs and Ramen typically suck.. Thanks for the tip.
I might add rather than get a two way (FRS) radio get an 8 watt HAM HT radio with a really good antenna. People have reported hitting a repeater at almost 50 miles with these. Tech license is easy to get and in an emergency (communications down) anyone can use them. Amazon has some for sale for about $60 each (and they get weather and police band too).
Great kit. You could save 3-5 pounds easily by repackaging individual items. Ziploc bags are your friends--waterproof and light. Protect delicate items by packing them on the inside of the pack, protected by tougher gear on the outer areas.
Nice video and lots of good stuff in there. Not trying to sound like a know it all but there's a few things I'd ditch. The first two might sound a little strange but it'd be the bug spray and the toilet paper. Unless you are planning on bugging out for a week or less and then going back home, that bug spray (if the mosquitoes are as bad there as they are in North Carolina where I live) will have you for lunch once you don't have bug spray to keep them at bay. Also the toilet paper, that little bundle is not gonna last long and then you'll be wiping your butt on a stick. Keep the wipes and Kleenex and use those. Also get a few bandanas and wash as necessary if you're bugged out near a creek. The deck of cards I didnt exactly get but I guess its okay for morale. I'd personally have a wool blanket instead of so many of those dinky little space blankets but that's just me. Harmonica might be good for morale but if you're hiding out, music wafting from your bug out location might draw attention to yourself. Dryer lint is free and it makes a good fire starter and a ball the size of a softball weighs nothing. Like yourself, I don't have the best sense of direction so i would ditch those button compasses. Those things are notoriously unreliable in a survival situation. One thing I would include would be a small fishing kit for some survival fishing. Take care.
Your bag looks very thorough. You also strike me as someone who is willing to learn new things. My approach is a little different. I'm a member of the American Red Cross, and I'm also certified with Adventist Disaster Response. The two things I'm working towards in MY bag is a small Solar Charging kit for my Ham Walkie Talkie & my CR123 Batteries for my two Streamlights. The other thing I'm puttiing EXTRA effort into is food-TWO WEEKS WORTH! I'm with you that bugging out is the LAST resort! If I have to, however, I hope to find a place where I can hunker down out of sight, and try to ride out the initial shock: After the first two weeks, the worst of the initial killing should be done, and I can poke my head up for a look-see. Having a reliable means of monitoring the outside world (Assuming it is NOT an E.M.P. caused event), will provide intel that most people will not have access to. I know the pack you have in your video-I almost bought one at a gun show, but decided against it-seeing your issues with the pack confirmed my suspicions about the thing. Have you considered something from Eberlestock? They cost a small fortune, but are WELL worth the money!
+Bruce Forster The first thing i want to respond to what you just wrote is: There are 3 types of crisis bag situation: Every Day Carry (EDC), Bug Out Bag (BOB) and I Never Come Home (INCH). So depending of the season and the area where you live, your emergency bag will always be different from one and another. The budget and the knowledge existance of an item also make the difference. You mention: ...The other thing I'm puttiing EXTRA effort into is food-TWO WEEKS WORTH! I'm with you that bugging out is the LAST resort! From my point of view and experience, you are doing a GREAT mistake from the start. What will you do after LESS than a week when your food will be all eaten ? Hummm FRESH MEAT !!! Good luck zombie ! You can be all kind of people in life. But when time comes; it's better to be prepared. The secret if you want to last longer... practice, practice practice. Take a walk with your emergency bag and see if you can carry it. No emergency bag is perfect because our needs are all different (location, budget, season). One thing for sure, we can help each other out for good tips.
I admire your directness. I've practiced with my equipment on several occasions, so when I tell someone I am provisioned for 2 weeks, count on it. I have a small fishing kit, and a book on local edible plants, so I can supplement my BOB that way. Your comment "Practice, practice, practice", is spot on! Our Master Bedroom is currently being lit by a small Solar Panel, 2 small batteries & an inverter. We have been doing this for a month, and we don't even think about this part of the house running Off-Grid-The little system is so reliable. I'm planning to upscale it for the entire house.
Well i'm glad that you are «awaken» and doing something about it. About what you and i said, i know that we often don't wrote everything we need to say when we reply to someone. And we have to remember that language is cold when we write and it can be perceived the wrong way sometimes. Me i became a prepper 3 years ago and i'm from Canada (north cold weather to be considered in my stuff). So i purchased the new Wiggy's new sleeping system (-80Celcius) bag. I also purchased a 4 seasons tent Snugpak: the cave. I knew it wasn't enough. During very cold weather, i will be in my shelther in the woods and i plan to use my Kni-Co: Alaskan Jr. stove. And as a prepper, i learned via YT preppers how to create a solar dish stove. I suggest to all of you to learn how to take advantage of FREE solar resources. Solar rechargeable items that can help UP TO A CERTAIN WAY. No need for burning wood during cooking period. Instead, go on YT and select: SOLAR DISH or SOLAR STOVE. For those who read those tips and suggestions, prepping is good. But you also need to have 2 bug out emergency locations and what will you use as a bug out vehicule. Me i created as a bug out vehicule a small walking trailer (like the chinese use; 2 poles and a platform). How did i do that ? I purchased a used baby trailer that we put behind a bicycle. I pulled out the tent and i installed a platform instead. At the bike store, they told me that i could carry between 100-150 lbs depending of the company i'm using. Now, i have 2 choices, fix it behing a bike or walk between my 2 jardening poles. hehe not bad !!! The only thing i didn't create yet is a bunker. It is already designed on paper. Now i try to focus my budget more on food and some small stuff from ebay. The last thing i purchased last week was a SILKY BIGBOY 2000 folding saw for heavy camp duties. As a multi task knife, i'm using the BK-2. There are so many knives out there, me i chosen this one because it wasn't a combat knife; the purpose of this knife is to be used as a TOOL instead. If a cop see you with this, he/she will clearly see that it is use as a tool. Grrr if only i had enough time to purchase other stuff. September 23rd 2015 is so close. I hope my ebay purchases will arrive in time before the SHTF. Good luck to all ! And i hope my tips and suggestions helped some of you!
good pack just 2 things i would recommend. the life straw if good for a quick drink but how do you bring the water with you? i know boiling it but unless you missed talking about it some purification tablets would be great. the biggest thing though is having real protection such as a firearm and ammunition. even a small .22 handgun is better than nothing.
I live in the "city" and my mom bought me survival gear so that when the zombie apocalypse happens I would be prepared... she even bought me a kukri knife!
great vid If I were you Id ditch the tape and spool a few feet of it around somthing it'll save alot of weight.Tent stakes aswell sound heavy and are unnecessary get rid of it. You can use sticks instead.Every lb of unnecessary stuff removed will help when walking long distance. You might want to get a gun too.
I would carry less things that will run out because when they do run out you will be a not so happy camper/prepper. If your stock at the bug out location, then don't worry about it that much. I would like to see an in depth vid of the bug out location specifically, it seems like a good place. Enjoyed the vid and I am subscribed
South Alabama Outdoorsman Sounds great! I'll have the Bug Out Location video up before too long. Thanks for the Sub and commenting. Appreciate it very much.
Your welcome, a great channel for bush crafting and outdoor stuff is "reallybigmonkey1". Also, are you new to TH-cam? If so, very great filming and video design! I am a new TH-camr myself and wish I could do that good of a job
South Alabama Outdoorsman Right on, thanks! I'll check'm out and yours as well... I AM new to TH-cam. I DID, however, have a little to some experience making different types of videos, mostly just messing around. A buddy of mine turned me on to a simple video editing program called U-Lead Video Studio. It was very user friendly and I got the hang of it quick. I'm still using a newer version of that same software called Corel VideoStudio Pro X3. I paid for the intros and outros to get done...although they were really cheap. Thanks again man. By the way, I used to live in Dothan, South AlaBAM!!!
Hiya! :) since you are "new" to this, when looking into what you NEED in your BOB, follow "The Rule Of Three". You can survive: For 3 minutes with out air 3 hours with out shelter 3 days with out water 3 weeks with out food. This rule of 3 can help with priority. After this comes things like medical, hygene, communication, security, ect... Another rule is this: "2 is 1, and 1 is none". Soooo, if you have one method of starting a fire, you really dont have any way to start a fire, and 2 ways is really only 1... Speaking of which, i had that same ferro rod, and it broke while sitting in a drawer untouched and undisturbed. I still dont know how it broke. If it has bear gryllis's name on it, its probably a joke..... Fire is so crazy important. my recommendations are this... 2 or more ferro rods. They are light weight, easy to attach to your gear, and they work even when they are wet. A couple of ciggy lighters. A thingy of matches in the waterproof container. A fresnel lense and or magnifying glass. Instead of vasaline soaked cotton balls, which are crazy messy. I recommend instead a tube of vasaline lip balm (which can also be used for chapped lips and such) and simple Q-tips. Just squeeze some lip balm on the Q-tip and instant long burning match. Dryer lint makes crazy good tinder for catching the spark from a ferro rod. Just be ready to feed it quickly once aflame. I love the lifestraw and carry one myself. But that should be backed up with something else. Remember "2=1&1=0". I recommend a "Sawyer Mini". They are small, filter 100,000gallons if properly maintained, and can be gotten at wal*mart for about $25 You could also get water purification tabs, but i personally try to stay away from chemical purification... I also have a Katidyne Hiker Pro filter... water is just as important as fire, i like redundency... The hammock and bivvy might do you ok, but in colder weather you will likely need more. I have a SOL escape Bivvy myself. Its tougher and has a better rating. I also have a mummy bag good to +15* and i have both an enclosed hanmock AND a 3 season 1 person ultralight tent. I am still working on what set up i like better... I also have several mylar space blankets. They can literally be a life saver when used with a shelter or bag or even your hammock. Do you have anything for security? Weapons?????
You need to get a bicycle inner tube and cut a small piece to go over yoy Bic lighters. This keeps you from having them discharge and be empty due to something pressing against the lighter.
+CityBoy Prepper Very informative, interesting, and entertaining. One suggestion for containing clothes, etc is use of FoodSaver (vacuum bags). I dig the rat trap idea. I'm a subscriber now. Blessing!
Nice one, but you can reduce the med. content which is already amazing for non-army one even more, instead of using handcream and stuff, pack some fat(dont know the Eng. word for that one) since you can use it as hand cream, cooking, fires and stuff, also the energy content can be reduced to plant stuff=guarana, jin seng, kava and sugar.
hey boss sweet bag. 1 thing as they break down you can replace the rubber band with heavy duty hair ties. you can buy them cheap at box stores and they last a long while.
Good pack! I'm still putting my bag together with luck and lots more money I will finish lol! The only suggestion look into a company called food insurance u don't have to use them but it will give u an idea! I didn't see a gun which I still need! N case our phones don't work ham radio or sat phone. That's about all i can suggest lol thank you for the video! I got a few ideas from it!
TEST S Thanks for the comments! I'll definitely check out Food Insurance. I carry a gun on my body and I'm also working on a BOB-Ammo Pack that I can stock and leave alone...until needed. HAM/SAT is a great idea and I'll be getting on that soon. Thanks again!
Nice stuff. I would suggest getting rid of the tent stakes. They are bulky and heavy and it's doubtful that you are going to use them with your emergency shelters. They are better stored with your camping gear.
Hello friend, just a concerned individual. With all do respect I have gotten 2 pages of information from you, but I noticed you put batteries in the grenade bag, but I noticed you also put your contact lenses in there with your batteries and ear protection. Just a humble opinion, but if your batteries leak acid it will go on to your contacts and will sting or possibly damage your eye's and maybe your ears So I would suggest keeping batteries in a plastic bag. However, good video bro.
I'd add two spare sets of glasses if you don't already. Extra lenses for the glasses too. If you buy it all online there are alot of companies that make inexpensive prescrip glasses for cheap. May be ugly frames, but no biggie in the event of WROL
good stuff, i think you should distribute the gear around the body using an LBE or tactical vest or just cargo pants instead of putting all of them in the bag
Dude love the info, all the stuff I would have suggested has been said and is strune thru out the comments. Tho I myself can not stress enough self defensive importance. loads of folks have mentioned firearms. I chose a recurve bow. Not only the stealth but also for the rounds. Sure you could get reloading equipment and haul it up at a later time but you would still need the powder. Arrows are actually very easy, the heads not so much. Anyways, brother I pray we don't need this crap either, but the ole us of a is spinnin down the toilet. God's speed man.
+apacheredwolfe Right on brother thanks! I agree with that 100%. Self-defense is VERY important. At the time, I was carrying a .45 pistol and extra mag on my person. But lately I've been looking for a secondary Bug Out Bag weapon. I have other guns, but I think something like what you're talking would be great. God's speed to you as well Sir.
Shelter fire water food close rain gear med kit. Keep that stuff. Get rid of all the little stuff. Replace it with sleeping bag or wool blanket and more food and water. Get a little fishing kit. A sling shot. Or pellet gun or BB gun. Good video. God bless. From Glenn CATT. In Massachusetts.
First of all, great video. Secondly I was looking through the self reliance outfitters website and could not find the kit that you had in your bag. If possible could you put a link in the comments.
Really liked you video!! Im working on a kit for the trunk of my car and my pack is about the size of the little pack with your med kit and firestarting kit.... Any suggestions?
What are the extra pouches he went through? I just got a hazard 4 plan b yesterday and I want to add molle pouches..im mainly interested in the first bag he went through
A thing every prepper should do is to try living one day (24h) with only the food and water stored in their pack.(assuming they cannot reach any watersource for lifestraws etc the first day of shtf) I tried..it did not work very good. have a seperate pack for food and water now. appreciate the video! keep it up!
This is a great bag, and correct me if I'm wrong, but I didn't see anything to boil water in except the Altoids can? I personally consider that a vital part of any bag
+Junglewolf airsoft I have a stainless steel bottle cooking set from selfrelianceoutfitters.com at 15:26. I didn't open it up though. Definitely gonna do a video on this set separately. Thanks for watching!
Awesome job on the fire kit, very simple & yet will get the job done for sure . . ., have you ever tried placing cotton balls w Vaseline sandwiched between 2 slabs of duct tape ? I have found on camping trips, duct tape works quite well for fire starting 2nd question if I may :) have u considered doing an update bolt bag vid for 2022 ??? Or if u could only pack a 1 or 2 gallon ziplock bag w survival gear what would u chose 🤔 perhaps that could make for another epic vid, I'm almost certain would get a ton of views
Something I see on a lot of these videos is that people never seem to waterproof their kit. After many years in the Army I found that waterproofing your kit is a must. Also the bags you use to waterproof with have many other uses as well. Great video mate you have given me some great ideas. Cheers mate.
+Grenadier Outdoors Cheers to you Sir! Thanks for watching! And thanks for the tip.
Good morning CityBoy ! Great presentation / great selection of items. Many I had not thought of. Especially the SAS guide ! Harmonica ? Poems ? I love it ! You are a true Renaissance Man !! Physical requirements are very well covered but you also took care of somewhat more reflective / thoughtful needs as well. Again, great presentation and selection. The best of luck with the asthma - obviously it hasn't slowed you down. Thanks
+Terence DeBruycker Thanks for the awesome words Terence! I'm just trying to do my best with what God (and my parents) gave me. Life is amazing and worth living every moment to the fullest. Cliche' yes...but so true. Damn I sound like a hippie when I read it back to myself. Haha! Take care and stay tuned for more videos coming soon.
One suggestion I would recommend, you have too much loose items just everywhere in the pack itself, if you could manage to get a system set up like pouches that attach to the pack and separate things that way to make it easier to get to....might help some.
Jason Gurganus great suggestion!
This is just superb, I have been researching "create a bug out bag" for a while now, and I think this has helped. You ever tried - Janameron Tenylan System - (do a google search ) ? Ive heard some awesome things about it and my neighbour got cool results with it.
I've been shedding small pouches. They add up phantom weight.
Nice pack. Just a suggestion brother, get a vacuum sealer and seal up as much of that stuff as you can. It will save a lot of space and keep it dry as well.
Jason Steele Killer idea Jason! Thanks man. I'll definitely do that.
look up a skivy roll for your under clothing and a smaller knive for food prep but man that is a great sensible pack wish more people did it like that. i have done disaster relief in Biloxi you have packed suff that will realy help you .
And rattle.
I just love the idea of the grenade pouches for carrying batteries and I've instituted that as part of my bug out bag thanks, Jesse, I'm also looking at getting a Goal Zero which is solar-powered and it will charge rechargeable batteries
Nice Video. I like your attitude on hoping not to use the bug out bag. If you wear contacts, I would suggest throwing in a pair of old glasses. If SHTF the contacts will run out. I would recommend smaller, higher quality tent stakes. I'd add another pair of socks and drawers in a space bag that seals up when you roll it.
I am from Richmond Kentucky and I noticed that you have the best beef jerky on the planet in your kit which by the way has inspired me to pull out my bag and do a quick inventory. I haven't opened it in like 2 years. the blue grass chemical activity is getting ready to dispose of the stockpile so in the unlikely event of a disaster a B.O.B. is not a bad idea.
Right on Anthony! Hell yeah, by far, the Best (store bought) Jerky on the Planet. I'm from Lexington and it's a must have item around here. This video is from almost a year and a half ago, so I've changed some things up. I'm gonna do an B.O.B Update video before too long. That's crazy about the Bluegrass Chemical Depot stuff... after all these damn years, I can't believe it's still there. Who's to say some bad ass Agent Orange or nerve gas couldn't get out and expose all of central Kentucky to chemical weaponry. Gas mask? CHECK! Good call, man... Cheers and good luck.
try to keep all of your medical supplies close to each other, because if your in a emergency and you need to access you items quickly, you need everything right now and then.
Great video. I love how you break out into song. Lol... Stay safe, my friend, and God bless!!!
+Elizabeth Luker Thanks E! Just keeping things light.. Take care friend!
I knew as soon as i saw the beef jerkey that you were from KY. That stuff is made right down the road from me. Nice BOB by the way. I'm starting my own soon too, i ordered the bag itself as well as a little EDC bag.
+Prepared_For_Anything Gotta love Mingua Beef Jerky! LOL Thanks and good luck on your BOB.
I think you should take those tent stakes out, because they look pretty heavy. You can also make your own stakes with wood sticks and a knife.
Seriously also lose all of the tape
I like what you have in the bag a lot and I'm sure you're always upgrading and improving. Just a thought on some of the items I though would be useful. You can put long term food storage items in there that actually taste great and last a very long time such as mountain house and mayday bars. I would also have more initial water in the pack. You might also be able to cut some gear such as the folding saw and a knife by getting a knife with a saw back on it. Of course I'm sure you've seen comments about the tent stakes and the roll of tape being not totally necessary. A great way to carry a lot of tape is to wrap in around pens or folding it square over itself. You wouldn't have to take up all the extra space with the inner part of the roll.
Great video, thanks for sharing and I look forward to more!
Ray Serrato Right on Ray! Thanks for watching, for the advise AND for commenting. I am definitely trying new things and upgrading as I go. More videos to come...stay tuned Sir.
Well put together bag! You CRACKED ME UP! :-) Thanks for sharing.
imasurvivornthriver Glad I could entertain ya. Laughter is important. LOL Thanks for watching!
You probably made some changes to your kit. Pros, I got my self that self reliance bottle and bag, thank for showing me that, it would save me a hell of a lot space and weight and that line keeper would also help me a lot. Cons, there is a smaller gorilla tape roll you can use it will help with a little less weight and you really don't need that much. I also found an Axe/saw/hammer all in one it could save you space and weight in your bag, its from Zippo believe it or not. Cheers and good luck to you, from another City Boy.
Thanks, flematejr! I definitely have made some changes to my pack. In fact, I've made a lot of changes. But hey, that's what it's all about right? Adapting, improvising and overcoming.... I hope to make an updated video soon on my 'BOB'. Thanks for the thoughts and advice. Cheers and good luck back to ya, fellow City Boy!
Love the rat trap idea! Beats messing with snares or dead falls. I would make one suggestion, replace the paracord with light cable, even salt water fishing leader wire. It can't be chewed through.
TATICALPREPPER Great suggestion...gonna check that out. Thanks!
Beautiful kit. I hate to be one of those know it all youtube commenters but i will. I wouldnt change anything in the kit but add an additional water storage bag, some more water just in case you cant get some made quick, and food. I like the big 100 bars, cliff bars, oatmeal, tuna packs, and especially bear creek soup packs. They have nutrition and filling. But thats my two cents. Thanks for sharing this video, its good to see someone who isnt all ammo and knives.
the family prepper Thanks man! Appreciate the tips and what not.. I've gotten some really good advice on here so far. I love it! Hope the Family Prepping is going well for ya Sir. Cheers.
One thing most people seem to forget...you can't stay alert 24/7. A group of trusted associates is best for all around survival and defense.
Damn straight, John W. I've gotta crew of men and women that could take the hair off a wooden leg.
Good presentation, Great BOB, one of the most complete and sensible ones I've seen. I can't think of anything meaningful that you've left out. Very Good Job!
Stephen Franklin Right on man, thanks!
Want to start out by saying this was hilarious to watch!! Most videos are so intense and all about the bushcraft side of things. I thought about making my own BOB videos simply because most didn't have simple things you included such as nail clippers or deodorant. Thanks for being real. Hitting subscribe!
+Chase Mershon Thanks Chase! Life is too damn short to be uptight and not have fun. Doing these videos CAN be stressful, but keeping it light and 'real' makes it easier to be myself and not try to perform for the camera lens. Hope to see your video out here some day. Thank you very much for the sub!
This video is awesome! You really gave me some great ideas that I never thought of. Going to check out some of the things that you showed.
Great Video overall, just a few suggestions. I would possibly carry another knife along with the one that you have. The one you have is great for surviving but it is rather large to do some small camp chores that may come up while out in a situation. I suggest a condor bush craft knife if your looking for something durable for small things like that, and its pretty great knife for the price of about $35. Also, I would pick up some water purification tablets just as a backup in case your filter goes to crap. Maybe see if there is any other way to carry more water besides the emergency water you have. Along with the other comments down below about dropping some useless things to make room for shelter - I agree except the things that we consider useless may be useful to you personally, which is why its your bug out bag for YOU. But I do suggest trying to throw in a tarp or some type of tent just in case you do end up needing it. Many uses for tarps when out in the field, and can be used for things other than shelter. Hope these suggestions are somewhat useful to you, and by no means do you have to follow my opinion - just giving some friendly advice :) great video by the way- hilarious!!
Mauren Eileen Thanks for watching, glad you liked it! Also, I really appreciate the tips. I recently picked up my first Mora Knife. It seems perfect for smaller camp chores, like you mentioned. However, I'll definitely check out the Condor Bush Craft. One can never have too many blades LOL.
Nice pack. Just something real quick that can save you at least 5 pounds. Get rid of the tent stakes (which someone else suggested), and also get rid of that large roll of "cargo" tape. Probably will not need that much. Maybe get a smaller roll. That will save you some weight. Then organize your pack a little better. Keep all the first aid stuff together, all food together, etc. Maybe buy some pouches for internal organization (pencil pouches from Wal-Mart stationary section should work fine as a cheap alternative). Just some ideas.
***** I like it! Thanks Soul!
Looks like you covered everything in multiples. When I first started my bag was like yours. Went on a 4 mile hike a quickly realized that I had way more shot than I needed. Pounds equal pain. You can probably cut the amount of stuff u carry in 1/2. It ultimately comes down to what you feel you need and what you realize that you don't need and you can only figure that out buy using your gear. Good luck.
Yes indeed, T! I realized that myself not too long after I made this video, which was just over two years ago. I have condensed and re-packed my BOB with less stuff and more thought to actual need and use. Thanks for the comments! Good luck to you as well.
CityBoy Prepper that's the same thing I had to do. I went with the camelbak HAWG w/ 100oz bladder and set up an inline filter on the hose. Also had a trial and error on my fire stuff had butt tons of stuff but figured out what worked well and what didn't finally I put 1 fire kit in my bag and 1 attached to my knife (cold steel tanto) in a maxpidition cocoon.
Good stuff. I see I'm not the only one waiting on my grenade order to arrive!
A 11' ' crowbar from the dollar store would be good in your bag. Remember that your fingers are not made of steel and that there will be times that you will not want to break your knife in certain situations. As for fishing gear, i suggest you add some YOYO FISHING REELs. Remember that in a CRISIS situation, you want to save as much energy as possible. So no need to waste time fishing; the YOYO do it for you. hehe If you want to be rescued, a survival mirror with the small hole in the middle would be good too. A rappel carabiner could be usefull too and you can use a 15' strap as a belt for confort. Good video man !
I Agree, crowbar is a must. I think carrying a crowbar is more important than anything else in the bag. With that crowbar you can aquire all of the other items. either by beating it out of someone or getting into where it's stashed
i would add more in the line of permanent shelter like a couple 5x7 nylon tarps. I have 2 that I use, they pack down to nothing and weigh 8oz so they're worth their weight in gold - esspecially IF you were to find yourself in a semi-permanent bugout situation.
+Prepared_For_Anything Excellent idea! I appreciate it P.F.A.!
Grew up with Asthma in the extreme. Many trips to hospital for injections of adrenaline. Lost it at puberty. Pollen was what set me off, so I started consuming honey made from the pollen type in my area. It helped noticeably. Thick steam helped me during attacks and maybe you, if you run out of spray. I know what you.re going through.
+Steven Morris Right on Steven! Thanks for the tips man. I was diagnosed with it at age 8. The doctors said I'd grow out of it, but I'll be damned if I did. I'm 36 now.. It's better and modern medicine (Symbicort) has helped keep it knocked down quite a bit. I have auto-refills on my meds and keep lots of back-up all over the place. I'm gonna get on that honey idea right away. Thanks again!
Big Jess you got the best bug out video...Cant really comment on what to upgrade in your bag until i start mine but you are funny as hell man i really enjoyed your video champ
Thanks, Les! I've done some upgrading and hope to have a video on it ASAP. I appreciate the comments very much and cheers to ya man!
Keep me posted wit you upgrade on you bag bro
A few of the super light weight tent stakes would be much better and they can be used to make a grill or stove. I would also suggest a medium sized knife like a Mora or my favorite the Beker BK16. Much easier to skin with or do task with.
It's a decent well thought out kit. The weight and space of the full roll of gorilla tape might not be worth it, considering it wouldn't be of immediate use. Maybe get a smaller one or just wrap a length of it around a credit card.
I agree, an entire roll of tape seems like overkill.
Better over prepared than under?
I agree, PS. Thanks, buddy!
Its so funny that he called he old lady prune shears....medical scissors lol
hey great video....no fishing string or hooks....I also recommend a small game metal.spring trap...for small game ....great bag though....I also bought a savage survival 22 and keep in bag...with bout 200.... 22s.....nice job....just hope one thing....I hope none of us ever have to rely on these bags for survival. ...
Looks good. I would recommend getting a water filter as well. Sawyer makes very good and durable ones. I would also get a life straw. Also you need a hydration bladder/camel bak. Overall the bag looks good.
I am impressed. That is a well thought out go bag. I do agree with most comments below including overall weight and can get a smaller roll of duct tape. I didn't see a spork eating tool, which I have in my bag. Also, check out the titanium tent stakes at Wal-mart. I carry 4 in my bag, and they weigh nothing. Great bag man. Again, very impressed.
Brad Limer I appreciate that Brad! Thanks for the comments. There's a spork in the stainless bottle cooking kit, which I didn't open. I plan on doing a seperate video on that bottle kit. There's some very worth while stuff in there that I should've shown. Thanks again!
My room is in this pouch right here and the restroom over here...just playing brother that a nice bag.
That was the best Bug Out Bag video I've watched and I've watched most, thanks
tgvas Wow! That's quite the compliment and I certainly appreciate it very much.
+CityBoy Prepper YOU ARE A BADASS...
A Prepared Badass
thanks for sharing the video. I agree with the comments regarding the weight of the bag. If your bug out location isn't too far away, you probably wouldn't need a whole role of duct tape and the metal stakes.
Preparedglueguy1 Thanks for watching! I agree as well and the tent stakes have been pulled. My Bug Out Location is exactly an hour drive from my house. It feels close enough, but if my truck broke down en route....I just don't know. Maybe I should transfer the big roll of duct tape to my Car/Truck Survival Kit and get a 1" roll for my bag. Thanks for the help Sir.
nice pack dude - would like to see more on your medical kit; you are a funny guy singing in the video :-) Lately I have been trying to focus more on simple tools that are particularly helpful in an urban environment. The multikey I found was my latest addition to complete that set. Seemed smart to, at least have a section of the BOB focussed on urban situations, even when planning to go outside the cities and into the woods. Cuz most people simply live in such surroundings and so will have to deal with that particular environment first before being out... maybe that works for you too...
Mel Ville Thanks man! Really appreciate and agree with that info. I'll do a seperate video on my various medical kits. Thanks again for the idea. Cheers Mel!
Great bag! It's nice to see a video with someone who's used a lot of the items instead of just having it to be cool. Also, you can download the SAS survival guide to your phone for $5, and you don't need cell service to use it.
Thanks for the advice, Joseph. Damn good idea!
Great tape, useful ideas, I am going to make one today. Thanks Jessie.
Welcome, Sandra. Thank YOU for commenting. Good luck with your kit!
Some good things in there, but way too much stuff that would be a burden if you have to cover any distance. Also by ditching a load of the little things you could carry some proper shelter/sleeping gear. Just my opinion though.
Well if they start to burden him he can throw them out on the way.
Trey Greenwood Then surely its better to carry something of real worth in the first place.
+Armstrong A Perfectly answered! Fire, shelter, water purification kit, cutting tools (knives & folding saw), gathering food tools (snares, traps, fishing gear, etc.), cooking kit & rocket stove (remember, smoke can be seen from far away), confort items (it can be different depending of your area where you live), cloths (puncho and/or garbage bag as a rain suit, light and warm cloth depending of the season and area, etc.). The rest depend of the space you have left in your bag and/or can carry. Remember... the tips i just SUGGESTED are for BOB and INCH bag; not EDC.
+prepper quebecois I forgot to say something. When time comes, during your emergency situation. Do you want to be seen or hide for a while until the CHAOS go away. A very GOOD whistle could be usefull and can also attract «Zombies». I also forgot to mention a proper emergency kit and some diahrea pills is a must.
A friend of mine split his hand open with a razor at work and we super glued it shut works great
Your bag is a great start. You have a lot of comfort items I'm sure you could scale down. It might be a good ideal to hide a couple caches on the way to, or near your bugout camp so you don't have to carry it all in your bag. Think about traveling as a minimalist- lighter and faster. Things in your bag you wouldn't mind loosing because you know replacements are hidden waiting for you. Tools, Food, water, a couple changes of clothes would be a good cache items for near the bugout camp. (Clothes for different seasons). If your bugging out you probably wouldn't need to stop and eat, but might want a little water. just my thoughts. What you have is good.
Right on, man. Thanks for the tips. I have definitely scaled back my comfort items. Caches are a great idea! Cheers, Richard! My brother is a CNC guy.
Lots of useful stuff in this B.O.B
8:29 i think replacing the black one with a hand pump ones. (less battery replacing = less batteries used = less weight.
12:01 making/buying a USB charging cable charge it in you're "go" vehicle. Work great with 13:22. They do have those devices that convert thermal into electricity also. News or reports maybe very important.
Some extra water redundancy might help like Life straw /water tablets and /or metal canteen
For food P.B does come in a light weight dry state...(just add water)
21:09 could put the camp suds in a smaller container ( shouldn't be able to use that much even in a week lol... and you could put one at the bug out location...
5 hr energy bottle works great for soap ( video on my channel about it)
I would have different ways to make fire. Since you trying to head out to the woods you will run out of the lighters fuel. Try getting magnesium bar, magnifying glass etc. Cooking set. Other than that I was surprise how much stuff you had on your bag. Good job brother and good luck.
The 5.11 rush 72 is a great bag.
I have the 24 hour version and it's amazing!
Never seen the mouse trap before. Awesome idea!
+Jerico Warner «RAT TRAPs» I've seen somewhere that rat traps have more chance of success to get certain small games than snares. Also, for each 10 times you put traps/snares on the field or woods, you give yourself a chance to get a small game during a survival day. BEWARE !!! It is very urgent to pull out the inside of the guts fast after the capture. Because there is a toxic bactery that can infect your captured meat.
Love the rat trap, will be adding that myself. Thank you
+Jonathan Lagace No problem man. Thanks for watching!
Saw you vid, I have the same pack, it is POS, now just use it for light weight items only, if you are like the rest of us we look for bargains where we can, found out you can't skimp out on a good backpack, spend the money save on other items. Good luck. and nice vid.
Thank ya, PM! Yes indeed.. I'm saving my nickels as we speak.
Caffeine pills are a must if you are a coffee addict - the withdrawal from coffee can be a debilitating - same for smokers if they don't get nicotine. So if you drink coffee get the pills. My suggestion is never have plastic water bottles - metal so you can use it to boil water if needed.
+MarvelDcImage If shtf id recommend a flask of alcohol over caffeine. Adrenaline is pretty good at keeping you awake I would think you would need something to calm you down. My flask is 20oz heh.
CityyBoy Prepper, I like your bug out bag. You seem to cover a lot of bases. Just a thought. I think you should change out the tent stakes for the smaller L shaped ones. And the reason I say that is because you'll find more use out of them. If you order a simple 10 my 10 inch wire mesh grid from Amazon. Using only four of those tent stakes you have a mobile grill over any campfire. Which would prove useful in a survival situation. you can buy the smaller tent stakes from Amazon for $4 and they come in a package of almost 20. Numerous uses. Those tent stakes you have now. You have very limited use. maybe add some water purification tablets. and a Flint striking tool. like I said food for thought. I myself am still working on my bug out bag. when it's done I'll share a video and you can give me some suggestions as well.
Great video, we have same bug. Regards from Córdoba, Argentina.
Great bag love the stuff you have in there
+Chance Kratzberg Thanks Chance! Happy New Year's to ya!
That's a whole lot of kit! Did I miss a weapon (i.e., firearm)? Maybe that's not an option where you live, or not a personal priority. But you sure have your bases covered. I might throw in some kind of compression bandage (an ABD pad would do). Some petroleum jelly and a credit card or similar-sized hunk of kydex (or two of each), or even some plastic wrap and duct tape can help seal a sucking chest wound ... just a thought or two. Nice presentation.
protip, if you like having lots of cheap shitty lights, make sure they all use the same battery type. Cheap lights tend to turn themselves on in your bag and you may need spares. Even better, buy lights that take rechargeable batteries and a means to recharge them such as a solar panel or battery bank. Also lots of lights are multi use. For example some double as a headlamp, some double as a lantern, some do all three. A good way to save weight
This is purely honest critical info. You've done a nice job prepping with necessary "stuff" for situational emergency. What I would suggest - quite simply - is FOOD. Nothing else will matter - scissors, band-aids, wipes, etc... - if you are hungry. Yes, I know you have tuna. What' I'm talking about is dehydrated this-or-that. Stuff you can boil and eat, even in a ration scenario. Dried beans, dried grains, dried vegetables... whatever you can add to whatever you can find, in small portions. Not "ready to eat", but stuff you can add to whatever you can find. Eating pine may sustain you, but it sure would be better if you could boil it with some other ingredients that are light-weight. Just a tiny suggestion. Dried food! Oregano, garlic, etc....
Gmail User I agree 100%. I'm currently stocking my Bug Out Location with those types of items. But, I can definitely see where that would be really helpful en-route. Especially because MREs and Ramen typically suck.. Thanks for the tip.
I might add rather than get a two way (FRS) radio get an 8 watt HAM HT radio with a really good antenna. People have reported hitting a repeater at almost 50 miles with these. Tech license is easy to get and in an emergency (communications down) anyone can use them. Amazon has some for sale for about $60 each (and they get weather and police band too).
Great kit. You could save 3-5 pounds easily by repackaging individual items. Ziploc bags are your friends--waterproof and light. Protect delicate items by packing them on the inside of the pack, protected by tougher gear on the outer areas.
Thanks I am new to this and u have a real nice pack out. Gave me some great ideas!
Awesome! Glad you enjoyed it. Good luck with it..
Nice video and lots of good stuff in there. Not trying to sound like a know it all but there's a few things I'd ditch. The first two might sound a little strange but it'd be the bug spray and the toilet paper. Unless you are planning on bugging out for a week or less and then going back home, that bug spray (if the mosquitoes are as bad there as they are in North Carolina where I live) will have you for lunch once you don't have bug spray to keep them at bay. Also the toilet paper, that little bundle is not gonna last long and then you'll be wiping your butt on a stick. Keep the wipes and Kleenex and use those. Also get a few bandanas and wash as necessary if you're bugged out near a creek. The deck of cards I didnt exactly get but I guess its okay for morale. I'd personally have a wool blanket instead of so many of those dinky little space blankets but that's just me. Harmonica might be good for morale but if you're hiding out, music wafting from your bug out location might draw attention to yourself. Dryer lint is free and it makes a good fire starter and a ball the size of a softball weighs nothing. Like yourself, I don't have the best sense of direction so i would ditch those button compasses. Those things are notoriously unreliable in a survival situation. One thing I would include would be a small fishing kit for some survival fishing. Take care.
Your bag looks very thorough. You also strike me as someone who is willing to learn new things. My approach is a little different. I'm a member of the American Red Cross, and I'm also certified with Adventist Disaster Response.
The two things I'm working towards in MY bag is a small Solar Charging kit for my Ham Walkie Talkie & my CR123 Batteries for my two Streamlights. The other thing I'm puttiing EXTRA effort into is food-TWO WEEKS WORTH! I'm with you that bugging out is the LAST resort! If I have to, however, I hope to find a place where I can hunker down out of sight, and try to ride out the initial shock: After the first two weeks, the worst of the initial killing should be done, and I can poke my head up for a look-see. Having a reliable means of monitoring the outside world (Assuming it is NOT an E.M.P. caused event), will provide intel that most people will not have access to.
I know the pack you have in your video-I almost bought one at a gun show, but decided against it-seeing your issues with the pack confirmed my suspicions about the thing. Have you considered something from Eberlestock? They cost a small fortune, but are WELL worth the money!
+Bruce Forster The first thing i want to respond to what you just wrote is: There are 3 types of crisis bag situation: Every Day Carry (EDC), Bug Out Bag (BOB) and I Never Come Home (INCH). So depending of the season and the area where you live, your emergency bag will always be different from one and another. The budget and the knowledge existance of an item also make the difference.
You mention: ...The other thing I'm puttiing EXTRA effort into is food-TWO WEEKS WORTH! I'm with you that bugging out is the LAST resort! From my point of view and experience, you are doing a GREAT mistake from the start. What will you do after LESS than a week when your food will be all eaten ? Hummm FRESH MEAT !!! Good luck zombie ! You can be all kind of people in life. But when time comes; it's better to be prepared. The secret if you want to last longer... practice, practice practice. Take a walk with your emergency bag and see if you can carry it.
No emergency bag is perfect because our needs are all different (location, budget, season). One thing for sure, we can help each other out for good tips.
I admire your directness. I've practiced with my equipment on several occasions, so when I tell someone I am provisioned for 2 weeks, count on it. I have a small fishing kit, and a book on local edible plants, so I can supplement my BOB that way.
Your comment "Practice, practice, practice", is spot on! Our Master Bedroom is currently being lit by a small Solar Panel, 2 small batteries & an inverter. We have been doing this for a month, and we don't even think about this part of the house running Off-Grid-The little system is so reliable. I'm planning to upscale it for the entire house.
Well i'm glad that you are «awaken» and doing something about it. About what you and i said, i know that we often don't wrote everything we need to say when we reply to someone. And we have to remember that language is cold when we write and it can be perceived the wrong way sometimes.
Me i became a prepper 3 years ago and i'm from Canada (north cold weather to be considered in my stuff). So i purchased the new Wiggy's new sleeping system (-80Celcius) bag. I also purchased a 4 seasons tent Snugpak: the cave. I knew it wasn't enough. During very cold weather, i will be in my shelther in the woods and i plan to use my Kni-Co: Alaskan Jr. stove. And as a prepper, i learned via YT preppers how to create a solar dish stove. I suggest to all of you to learn how to take advantage of FREE solar resources. Solar rechargeable items that can help UP TO A CERTAIN WAY. No need for burning wood during cooking period. Instead, go on YT and select: SOLAR DISH or SOLAR STOVE. For those who read those tips and suggestions, prepping is good. But you also need to have 2 bug out emergency locations and what will you use as a bug out vehicule. Me i created as a bug out vehicule a small walking trailer (like the chinese use; 2 poles and a platform). How did i do that ? I purchased a used baby trailer that we put behind a bicycle. I pulled out the tent and i installed a platform instead. At the bike store, they told me that i could carry between 100-150 lbs depending of the company i'm using. Now, i have 2 choices, fix it behing a bike or walk between my 2 jardening poles. hehe not bad !!! The only thing i didn't create yet is a bunker. It is already designed on paper. Now i try to focus my budget more on food and some small stuff from ebay. The last thing i purchased last week was a SILKY BIGBOY 2000 folding saw for heavy camp duties. As a multi task knife, i'm using the BK-2. There are so many knives out there, me i chosen this one because it wasn't a combat knife; the purpose of this knife is to be used as a TOOL instead. If a cop see you with this, he/she will clearly see that it is use as a tool. Grrr if only i had enough time to purchase other stuff. September 23rd 2015 is so close. I hope my ebay purchases will arrive in time before the SHTF. Good luck to all ! And i hope my tips and suggestions helped some of you!
good pack just 2 things i would recommend. the life straw if good for a quick drink but how do you bring the water with you? i know boiling it but unless you missed talking about it some purification tablets would be great. the biggest thing though is having real protection such as a firearm and ammunition. even a small .22 handgun is better than nothing.
This is awesome thanks 4 the inspiration!
Drop the tent stakes. It's unneeded weight. You can just whittle them as needed from sticks
That's a good idea.
Tent stakes are not bad at all to bring. Especially if you dont have time to find a stick. Bring a lightweight tent stakes.
cdiver06 totally agree!
your throwing arm is good nice tape handling lol good vid cheers
+Ricky Jordan Thanks Ricky! Appreciate the view and comment buddy!
Get some ust 2400 calorie bars for food. also for your allergies find a local honey maker it will help boost your immune system.
I live in the "city" and my mom bought me survival gear so that when the zombie apocalypse happens I would be prepared... she even bought me a kukri knife!
great vid If I were you Id ditch the tape and spool a few feet of it around somthing it'll save alot of weight.Tent stakes aswell sound heavy and are unnecessary get rid of it. You can use sticks instead.Every lb of unnecessary stuff removed will help when walking long distance. You might want to get a gun too.
You're the most down to earth prepper
That was a great video! Has a lot of great and intelligent items. Thanks for the video.
+jacob shuffitt Thank YOU for watching and commenting! Much appreciated..
Anytime. I plan on watching more of your fascinating videos!!!
I would carry less things that will run out because when they do run out you will be a not so happy camper/prepper. If your stock at the bug out location, then don't worry about it that much. I would like to see an in depth vid of the bug out location specifically, it seems like a good place. Enjoyed the vid and I am subscribed
South Alabama Outdoorsman Sounds great! I'll have the Bug Out Location video up before too long. Thanks for the Sub and commenting. Appreciate it very much.
Your welcome, a great channel for bush crafting and outdoor stuff is "reallybigmonkey1". Also, are you new to TH-cam? If so, very great filming and video design! I am a new TH-camr myself and wish I could do that good of a job
South Alabama Outdoorsman Right on, thanks! I'll check'm out and yours as well... I AM new to TH-cam. I DID, however, have a little to some experience making different types of videos, mostly just messing around. A buddy of mine turned me on to a simple video editing program called U-Lead Video Studio. It was very user friendly and I got the hang of it quick. I'm still using a newer version of that same software called Corel VideoStudio Pro X3. I paid for the intros and outros to get done...although they were really cheap. Thanks again man. By the way, I used to live in Dothan, South AlaBAM!!!
Ok, I'll have to Check into that. It's hard to do that much with iMovie. (aka iCrap) :)
Hiya! :) since you are "new" to this, when looking into what you NEED in your BOB, follow "The Rule Of Three".
You can survive:
For 3 minutes with out air
3 hours with out shelter
3 days with out water
3 weeks with out food.
This rule of 3 can help with priority.
After this comes things like medical, hygene, communication, security, ect...
Another rule is this: "2 is 1, and 1 is none". Soooo, if you have one method of starting a fire, you really dont have any way to start a fire, and 2 ways is really only 1...
Speaking of which, i had that same ferro rod, and it broke while sitting in a drawer untouched and undisturbed. I still dont know how it broke. If it has bear gryllis's name on it, its probably a joke.....
Fire is so crazy important. my recommendations are this...
2 or more ferro rods. They are light weight, easy to attach to your gear, and they work even when they are wet.
A couple of ciggy lighters.
A thingy of matches in the waterproof container.
A fresnel lense and or magnifying glass.
Instead of vasaline soaked cotton balls, which are crazy messy. I recommend instead a tube of vasaline lip balm (which can also be used for chapped lips and such) and simple Q-tips. Just squeeze some lip balm on the Q-tip and instant long burning match.
Dryer lint makes crazy good tinder for catching the spark from a ferro rod. Just be ready to feed it quickly once aflame.
I love the lifestraw and carry one myself. But that should be backed up with something else. Remember "2=1&1=0".
I recommend a "Sawyer Mini". They are small, filter 100,000gallons if properly maintained, and can be gotten at wal*mart for about $25
You could also get water purification tabs, but i personally try to stay away from chemical purification...
I also have a Katidyne Hiker Pro filter... water is just as important as fire, i like redundency...
The hammock and bivvy might do you ok, but in colder weather you will likely need more.
I have a SOL escape Bivvy myself. Its tougher and has a better rating. I also have a mummy bag good to +15* and i have both an enclosed hanmock AND a 3 season 1 person ultralight tent. I am still working on what set up i like better...
I also have several mylar space blankets. They can literally be a life saver when used with a shelter or bag or even your hammock.
Do you have anything for security? Weapons?????
Nice video. It did help me on my bag, so you were right!
+Brandon Kramer Sweet! Thanks BK!
Fire kit, look into getting a ferrocerium rod. A tarp would be a good addition as well.
You need to get a bicycle inner tube and cut a small piece to go over yoy Bic lighters. This keeps you from having them discharge and be empty due to something pressing against the lighter.
+CityBoy Prepper Very informative, interesting, and entertaining. One suggestion for containing clothes, etc is use of FoodSaver (vacuum bags). I dig the rat trap idea. I'm a subscriber now. Blessing!
FredArd1954 Great idea Fred! Thanks and welcome!
Nice one, but you can reduce the med. content which is already amazing for non-army one even more, instead of using handcream and stuff, pack some fat(dont know the Eng. word for that one) since you can use it as hand cream, cooking, fires and stuff, also the energy content can be reduced to plant stuff=guarana, jin seng, kava and sugar.
Well! You just made my day sir! :D
Hampus Österlund Sweet! Glad I could help..LOL. That's awesome!
Great detailed video! Just subscribed.
resourcefulgirl Thank you very much! Appreciate that..
hey boss sweet bag. 1 thing as they break down you can replace the rubber band with heavy duty hair ties. you can buy them cheap at box stores and they last a long while.
Awesome, Chivo! I've swiped a couple from my wife, but you're right, having several on hand would be ideal. Thanks and cheers to ya.
Good pack! I'm still putting my bag together with luck and lots more money I will finish lol! The only suggestion look into a company called food insurance u don't have to use them but it will give u an idea! I didn't see a gun which I still need! N case our phones don't work ham radio or sat phone. That's about all i can suggest lol thank you for the video! I got a few ideas from it!
TEST S Thanks for the comments! I'll definitely check out Food Insurance. I carry a gun on my body and I'm also working on a BOB-Ammo Pack that I can stock and leave alone...until needed. HAM/SAT is a great idea and I'll be getting on that soon. Thanks again!
Nice stuff. I would suggest getting rid of the tent stakes. They are bulky and heavy and it's doubtful that you are going to use them with your emergency shelters. They are better stored with your camping gear.
i did the same damn thing with that damn SAS book.. I still wish I had the big version.
Just a quick comment on the tent stakes. They seem heavy. I am sure there are lighter ones out there.
Hello friend,
just a concerned individual. With all do respect I have gotten 2 pages of information from you, but I noticed you put batteries in the grenade bag, but I noticed you also put your contact lenses in there with your batteries and ear protection. Just a humble opinion, but if your batteries leak acid it will go on to your contacts and will sting or possibly damage your eye's and maybe your ears So I would suggest keeping batteries in a plastic bag. However, good video bro.
That is a damn good point and I'm gonna get those separated immediately. Thanks Brandon!
A water-purifying system is a must. Stay safe, friend !
I'd add two spare sets of glasses if you don't already. Extra lenses for the glasses too. If you buy it all online there are alot of companies that make inexpensive prescrip glasses for cheap. May be ugly frames, but no biggie in the event of WROL
good stuff, i think you should distribute the gear around the body using an LBE or tactical vest or just cargo pants instead of putting all of them in the bag
Dude love the info, all the stuff I would have suggested has been said and is strune thru out the comments. Tho I myself can not stress enough self defensive importance. loads of folks have mentioned firearms. I chose a recurve bow. Not only the stealth but also for the rounds. Sure you could get reloading equipment and haul it up at a later time but you would still need the powder. Arrows are actually very easy, the heads not so much. Anyways, brother I pray we don't need this crap either, but the ole us of a is spinnin down the toilet. God's speed man.
+apacheredwolfe Right on brother thanks! I agree with that 100%. Self-defense is VERY important. At the time, I was carrying a .45 pistol and extra mag on my person. But lately I've been looking for a secondary Bug Out Bag weapon. I have other guns, but I think something like what you're talking would be great. God's speed to you as well Sir.
Shelter fire water food close rain gear med kit. Keep that stuff. Get rid of all the little stuff. Replace it with sleeping bag or wool blanket and more food and water. Get a little fishing kit. A sling shot. Or pellet gun or BB gun. Good video. God bless. From Glenn CATT. In Massachusetts.
great vid. lots of useful tips for a newbie looking for info like me.
Thanks Jorge! Glad you enjoyed it man. Best of luck to you!
First of all, great video. Secondly I was looking through the self reliance outfitters website and could not find the kit that you had in your bag. If possible could you put a link in the comments.
Really liked you video!! Im working on a kit for the trunk of my car and my pack is about the size of the little pack with your med kit and firestarting kit.... Any suggestions?
What are the extra pouches he went through? I just got a hazard 4 plan b yesterday and I want to add molle pouches..im mainly interested in the first bag he went through
A thing every prepper should do is to try living one day (24h) with only the food and water stored in their pack.(assuming they cannot reach any watersource for lifestraws etc the first day of shtf) I tried..it did not work very good. have a seperate pack for food and water now. appreciate the video! keep it up!
That is a damn good idea, D! I appreciate the comments. I'm gonna try that real soon. I need to rotate any way..
Cheers!
Good job and great start! Not bad for a CityBoy lol.
Thanks! I feel like getting started was the most important part. Cheers!
Another great video !!!
Great pack great job teach us we are needing help being the best pack
I don't think I saw any water purification systems... Your probably going to need that!
Fire, life straw and a water bottle with filtration is what I saw for water purifying.
This is a great bag, and correct me if I'm wrong, but I didn't see anything to boil water in except the Altoids can? I personally consider that a vital part of any bag
+Junglewolf airsoft I have a stainless steel bottle cooking set from selfrelianceoutfitters.com at 15:26. I didn't open it up though. Definitely gonna do a video on this set separately. Thanks for watching!
Ok I got you now, that's a good set
Awesome job on the fire kit, very simple & yet will get the job done for sure . . ., have you ever tried placing cotton balls w Vaseline sandwiched between 2 slabs of duct tape ? I have found on camping trips, duct tape works quite well for fire starting
2nd question if I may :) have u considered doing an update bolt bag vid for 2022 ??? Or if u could only pack a 1 or 2 gallon ziplock bag w survival gear what would u chose 🤔 perhaps that could make for another epic vid, I'm almost certain would get a ton of views