best comment EVER!!! And great point also! It doesn't matter how many "more" items you add to a bag, you can NEVER be fully prepared with ONLY the items you carry in a backpack. The TRUE survivalist packs more "tools" into his/her brain bag than into their "bug out bag"
Daniel Longo: Dude, I totally agree. Valentines, Birthday, Anniversary, Birthday. Man, I'm adding some Hallmark to my BOB! lolz - great post, much needed levity in these tough times :-) God bless you.
sue mcfarlane maybe for weak ass men. I have a out of control labido but havent fucked a girl in three years. Piece of advise: please yourself if it gets bad enough...
If you are a parent of a daughter and you create a bug-out bag for her (or are stocking up on necessities for shtf) DO NOT FORGET TO PACK MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS FOR HER!!! I cannot stress enough just how much danger she will be in if she doesn't have correct hygiene products in a shtf situation. Don't forget that she also needs the information to go along with the products, in order to avoid potentially fatal issues such as toxic shock syndrome. Also don't forget that stress can trigger a girl's first period, so don't think that just because she hasn't started yet means you can rest easy. Girls are starting to bleed as young as 9 years old now thanks to the western diet and possibly because of hormones in the water. If you are a single father or gay fathers you MUST educate yourself about this. Do not rely on female relatives to do your job for you (though I'm sure they would be more than willing to help you out/answer your questions/etc.). *Be there for your girls*
on pictures. yes and no. pictures are indeed a confort thing. but can be used by people who wants you harm to torture you psychologically. in the army, when in deep recon into enemy territory, photos are banned. good video. hi from Switzerland
Piero, I've considered Switzerland a country that (like Israel and South Korea) has a nationwide preparation mentality because of constant threats of invasion. Is it a requirement to keep a rifle and one fully loaded magazine in the attic if you are in a militia or neighborhood defense group? Not that they would invade but I would be most worried about Italy. They have decent weapons and well trained troops who would know how to navigate in places like the Alps. However, France and Germany look SCARY because of their size. Let's hope the Italians aren't digging tunnels under the Alps. : )
I keep a couple heavy gauge "ziplock" bags they have many uses don't weigh much, and can save you. Extra water storage is one if they are of sufficient size. I try and use the freezer bags as they tend to be of thicker plastic. Not to mention you never know when some extra waterproofing might come in handy. For your dental tip clove oil works great if you can't patch the problem as it deadens the pain and kills germs.
from the comments, I can see there's not universal agreement on all items, but, I like what you did here; anytime you stop to consider what you've packed, and why, it's a good exercise. This list may spark an idea of something else that's needed, and the extra consideration is always time well spent. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge. Cheers!
What I really liked the most is how he continued to show pictures of his hands.......instead of the items he was recommending. First class idea for a video.
lol. I'm literally just getting over a stomach virus. Couldn't agree more. Not to mention stomach pain is not only debilitating but can prevent sleep. I would also suggest any form of good electrolyte powder such as elotrans. When with diarrhea you typically don't get nutrients you need. Easily mixes with water
The thing with the smart water bottle is that they are a heavily chemical based bottle, those chemicals release into the water in the sun. For people who have sensitive stomachs it may be worth avoiding them.
To your #2 Dental Care I would add denture cream and/or denture care items like Effordent. There are a lot of people who have denture or partials that require cleaning, soaking or even repair in a bug out situation. Denture cream is also adhesive that might be used to fasten gauze or other bandages to skin. Add to Garbage bags and Water is Ziplock brand 1 gallon bags. They're water tight.
I've been making "survival bags" as a hobby for about 30 years. Have spent days, weeks, and months at a time using and testing my gear, and skills. Rarely do I see things I haven't done or heard of. This video made me think. Well done. I like the water bottle idea. I carry the Sawyer Mini in most of my bags. Never thought of carrying an empty (or full) Smart Water bottle. I actually carry an empty Stainless Steel bottle for the same reason as you, only I fill mine with beef jerky. Always carried a dental kit, something most folks don't think of.
Michael Moore I find straws work great for salt and pepper and other spices. Hair straighter both ends to seal t, like honey sticks. If opened and party used, get braces rubber bands a s fold over and seal. Plus minirubber bands have many uses for lets say, finger splints and bandages
NO. All energy bars and freeze dried food already has too much salt in it. The latest studies have shown that you don't loose enough salt through strenuous exercise to do physical harm. Water is the most important.
Unbelievable, I started watching Prep videos ever since Hurricane Irma and didn't want to be caught without stuff. I did not have any of the ten thing you talked about in my bag. Now I will. The beauty of those items is they can all fit in the palm of both hands except the water bottles. Great delivery, thanks.
in a shtf situation the main dental is a pair of pliers. :D gar bags are great but make sure they are not the bio degradable type or they will fall apart if you use them for a shelter. the garden bags are far tougher, and larger :)best way to test a bugout bag is to go hunting regularly. if you find you don't have what you need for 3 days hunting, you don't have what you need for a bug out bag.
with the whole garbage bag to water proof your items. what I've done with my whole bag is bees wax and a heat gun will completely water proof your bag. just rub the wax over the textile and heat it lightly and do this 3-4 times or how ever many times you feel
Good ideas -Thanks for taking the time. I didn't have any GI meds but I will now, as you make a great argument for it. Dental kit with anbesol is also a must have that most don't think of. Thanks again
Great video, I have been prepping about 5 years now and working on bug out bags for about 2...The food issue, meds, and lack of shelter material amaze me...Im no pro or ex military just a older guy thinking about what I may really need and it varies from person to person, calories are a major part of my system, sure I can fish and hunt but you need serious back up to get to it during the high pressure and anxiety situation, I got big stores of meds and antibiotics also.
Something I've seen missing from almost every bugout bag on youtube is a gun cleaning kit. I use a compact one that will clean both my AR and my handgun(s)
Guns don't need cleaning as much as you've been told. You can put a few thousand rounds through any gun and it will work just fine. That being said, if you've dropped your gun in sand, dust, mud or some slime it might not be a bad idea to have some patches and a rod.
mysterioso 100 true except with ARs. Why i dont own one. I own AK all i need is a stick and an old sock. Same with my shotty, 308, and pistols. Cleaning kits and oil is overrated.
Bug Out bag at least should have. BSA basic essentials: Pocket Knife 1st aid kit Extra Clothing Rain gear Flashlight Trail food Water/water purification Matches or firestarter Sun protection Trail maps and compass. And bug spray or other things if needed. I would add Toilet paper Nail clippers Soap (3 in one and hand soap) Sleeping bag or hammock Small wool blanket Extra socks Fixed blade knife Water proof ground sheet or tarp Small pocket Calendar Note book Pens Pencils Pencil sharpener.
I carry a 4-way silcock key. Urban setting, very useful for accessing water from the outside of commercial buildings. A bit heavy. About $9 at the hardware store.
Yup, still need pressure. Thing is; there's going to be pressure even a few days after a major disaster. Most folks don't even know you can get water from the outside of commercial buildings. Even if they figure it out, they'll be in for a huge disappointment if they try using a multi-tool to get at the water. The nice thing with a silcock key is that it gives you the four sizes right in one convenient package.
you should do a video on shit people put in their bag that they shouldn't-like some of these guys that put 40 different torches all over their bags...like they're gonna make a disco when they get where they're going
Great video! I would second having the anti-diarrheal and laxatives. I also keep Motrin and Benadryl in small ziplock med bags and a little hydrocortisone cream in a straw.
Expanding on your good advice about stomach meds some good multi vitamins are not a bad idea. If you have a vomiting or diarrhea situation for more than 24 hrs you will be very dehydrated and also need something to bring working levels of vitamins and lytes up to near normal. Not to mention if you are in a longer term situation your food intake will probably be less than perfect. MVIs are a good thing to pack with the sport drink powders. Remember Do not use up the sport drink powders during a Diarrhea and or vomiting situation (food poisoning) because its going to run right through. Use water only. Gatorade and vitamins later.
Great video, bud! The one thing I would add, to complement the N95 mask, would be goggles. I have both N95(8) and goggles, which may really, really help if there's smoke, dust, etc. Sunglasses may work but goggles will definitely be more effective, IMO.
haha well i have a few tricks up my sleeve. I have a lot of medicinal plant knowledge so I know what plants are anti diarrhea, so i don't carry anti diarrhea. I also usually hone my knife on my leather belt rather then sharpen, and it gets just as sharp as before. great video.
Cameron Buttigieg where i live winter is not very bad, and i have found common plantain even in winter because its a yard weed. it is good for anti diarrhea. also being in an area with a lot of water helps, because you can replenish your fluids. i also have a pretty strong stomach that can handle a lot lol
Dynamic Prepper growing up a poor kid i ate a lot of 4 day old left overs, and mixing foods cuz it was all i had. I also am a big hot sauce fan, and even with a hangover i barely puke when i probably should. I'm not saying i have an iron stomach, but its probably better than average.
If I may add something, I have been using glue gun sticks (made out of silicone) as a glue, or rubber etc. Using a lighter is the best way to use it, you light it like you would a cigarette, and it starts going from solid to liquid, you put it on a wound, a tear or anything, it cools in approx. 10 seconds and you are ready to go.
I also include both chalk and permanent markers, for the purpose of leaving messages for separated family members, and foot powder. Thanks for video, good tips
Pictures are also good for moral and hope. The first thing in the rule of 3's is you can't live 3 seconds without hope. Just the fact of having a picture of friends and loved ones in a bug out situation if you're separated from them can give you hope.
Excellent tips. There is another BOB aspect that I suspect most folks don't consider. Probably just as important as what is in it or where you keep it for the bug out would be . . . . . . does a prepper ever actually put it on, feel the weight, adjust the contents to assure there is nothing poking you in the back? How about making sure it is somewhat balanced no matter what the weight may be? One more thing. . . . . it would be a good idea to wear it for an hour (around the house) twice a month. Get used to the limitations issues that it will present to your normal walking or running. Happy Prepping!!
You now have another subscriber...in all the lists and videos I have watched, and that's a lot, you are the first one I have come across that adds photos and zip ties.
Benadryl Caps, dont need an RX and longer shelf life and cheaper, you can put them under the tounge . But if you have highly allergic reaction and need one in anyday life, yes by all means!
Good stuff, I have 9 out of 10 in my bug out bag, I like the photo...I carry a wide variety of meds and ointments, Calamine, oral gel, pain meds, eye drops ect. I carry several of the same thing in much smaller amounts in my get home bag...I really like you talking about food, it blows me away the folks that seem to think they will be happy with a couple cliff bars and one mountain house in a high stress situation...Im also older so I have my daily meds in my bag and some biofreeze for the knees, LOL I get ragged about that by younger guys but they can carry their 5 compasses and 5 fire starting combustibles and Ill carry my single use biofreeze.
Hi, new subscriber here. Forgive me if you have already included these items in your BOB. This is the first video of yours that I have watched. OK, I have three items people forget or overlook. 1. Toilet Paper. Enough said for that one! 2. Pen/Pencil and paper for coms, fire starting, sector sketches etc. 3. Hiking boots and or bug out clothes in general. This last one is a big one for me and I bet a lot of people. I would think that most people do not wear bug out appropriate clothes daily and they most definitely do not wear good boots daily, I know I do not. So good boots and a set of bug out appropriate clothes almost never make it into anyone's bag from what I have seen. Great video, I look forward to watching your others!
Bars like Clif bars and lara bars are by far a better option than beef jerky or whey protein. They contain the plenty of amount of fat and protein and better yet they actually contain carbohydrates to give the body maxium energy and numerous vitamins and minerals. 10% of total calories(about 55grams for 150 lb man) from protein will sustain all protein needs for a person. Carbohydrates are by far more important to keeping up energy as protein is in essentially food while meat has no carbohydrates.
+Michael Shawn I've been a Clif Bar dealer at my store for over 15 years... as well as Hammer, Scratch Labs, Health Warrior, Honey Stinger and more recently Bonk Bar. I don't think many people forget energy and nutrition bars... thus they didn't make this list... in fact I think they are fairly ubiquitous. I sell Cliff Bars due to demand, but in reality they are not much better than a Snickers.... and in fact most pro endurance athletes just eat a Snickers and a can of Coke when they need a boost. To tell the truth I'm not a big fan of Clif.... overpriced and poor quality if you ask me. I much prefer Health Warrior and Bonk Bar.... rounder nutrition, all natural and more protein per bar. But in my book these are not replacements for real food even in a bug out... just supplemental stuff to avoid food fatigue. IMHO... The Bonk Bar PB&J is THE best bar on the market.... sooooooooooo good! Right now I am sampling Coffee Bar to perhaps sell in the store... we will see, not bad so far.....
Considering clif bars a 70% organic, gmo free, and made with a lot of complex carbs that help with sustained energy, id say they are much healthier than a snickers and coke. THe bonk bar and healther warrior arent to shabby, but a lacking the 23 vitamins and minerals from the clif bar the would come in handy in a bug out situation considering it will help round out that lost nutrition. I wasn't saying cliff bars/ bars in general weren't a common item in a bugout bag, I was saying they are a better option than jerky and whey powder for protein because they contain much more nutrition for sustained health and energy and have plenty of protein while jerky and whey has no carbohydrates and carbs are the energy powerhouse macronutrient,
Michael Shawn Energy bars in general are really nothing more than fancy candy bars. I'm not saying its a bad idea... again whatever you like to avoid food fatigue and keep things interesting is great. I tip toe around things like these because I think people packing snacks and bars in BOBs in lieu of real food and meals is a major mistake.... as I addressed in my Top 10 BOB Mistakes video. If you are supplementing your diet with these then fine... if your advocating using these bars as your diet in replacement packing actual food/meals... then we have a fundamental disagreement that probably will not be bridged. My point about protein is simply as supplemental means... not attempting to live off that shit... and in that context things like beef jerky, pemmican and whey are great and light light ways to increase your protein intake, and thus a good idea... not to mention cheap...
20 minutes of looking at your backpacks and hands, boring. You lost me at the 5 minute mark. Just shoot ahead and get the lists. This could have been done in 10 minutes.
Some pretty good tips there and in an emergency it wouldn't hurt to take anti-diarrhoea meds before grabbing the BOB. Protein powders and liquid meal substitutes like Complan are also definitely worth considering, bugging out after all out is all about speed. You want to reach home or a place of safety as soon as possible so mix,chug & run makes a lot of sense.
I would argue that anti-inflammatories, and anti-histamines would be the most important. A good example of this, those of us who are older would be advised to take some Ibuprofin before bed. This is essential if you suddenly find yourself on the move all day, instead of parked at your desk as usual. It's probably the number one used med you will have.
I have watched quite a few of these videos from different people and not one has mentioned a sewing kit. You're not gonna be shopping for clothes so you'll have to keep what you've got maintained. Pretty important, especially in the winter, in my humble opinion.
Number one item I see people forget is free space. Everyone stuffs their bags full of gear and food without leaving space for some handy item they might acquire along the way.
Mountain-High Pretty much anywhere that sells outdoors equipment. Walmart, Cabella's, Sportsman's Warehouse. Or you can always buy it online like Amazon or a lot of preppers type sites sell it.
I find that a lot of things are more for an INCH-bag. A BOB is only for the first 72 hours... My strategy is to have Stashes along the way to my BOL to refill or adapt my BOB to an ICNH bag. this way your back. But I'm glad to see videos like this just to reflect and evaluate my own plans, Thumbs up!
Nice Video. All good things to keep in all your bags/packs. (car-bag, backpack, go-bag, etc.) The water filtration and storage capacity is very important. The only thing I would add is a small bottle of real aspirin. (325 mg NSAID) Not tylenol or ibuprofen. You can get a generic ~100 tablet bottle at most $1 stores. Whether you store all or part of the bottle in each emergency bag, 20+ aspirins can keep you or someone around you alive.
+neolithic3 Yeah... I'll admit my dog (which I got as a bird hunting dog, Brittany Spaniel) has literally become my right hand man. His dedication, talent, sweetness and eagerness to please has cemented his place in my life and as a result I have altered my preparedness plans to ensure his safety and survival right along with everyone else in my family. You can see him my Ruger 10/22 video th-cam.com/video/henHAUEL3PE/w-d-xo.html @ 7:10... he was just a pup in that video but was already proving his talent as a hunter and his dedication as a family dog.
Just had an earthquake in LA this morning...it was a good reminder to reevaluate my bug out bag. I went to CVS to stock up on foods & found that beef jerky has come a long way since I was a kid. Turkey, gourmet flavors...damn!
Your medical advice is dangerous. Giving an anti diarrheal to someone with cdiff, will kill them. If an invection causing diarrhea you have to let the diarrhea run its course and support the person with fluids.
I don't give medical advice, I simply advocate having medicines with you and properly using them, through the use of hypothetical scenario. I do not illustrate all the opposing hypothetical scenarios of when not to use them, nor do I care too. Still, it is recommended to have these medications with you... if you misuse medications can you possibly cause more harm than good??? *News Flash*.... yes.
Better to have the tool and not need it, than vise-versa. Medications are not heavy or expensive. I get diarrhea under stress. I'm far from the only one with this problem. Anti-diarrheal medication *may* save my life.
scriptorsilentum Clostridium difficilecolitis. Clostridium difficile is a bacteria in your digestive system right now. Currently there is a flora of 1000s of micro-organisms in your gut that function in harmony to digest your food and control your gut. But its possible for this bacteria (cdiff) under the right conditions to go rogue and run out of control in your gut... this overgrowth causes the release of toxins in your gut that attack the lining of your intestines. Typically cdiff is not seen in normally healthy people. But if you ever take antibiotics for anything its a good idea to take a pro-biotic also. But otherwise I would not worry about it unless you have immune problems, chemo, kidney or GI diseases or surgeries, elderly, or taking multiple antibiotics for prolonged periods (longer than 1 course) without probiotics.
Agreed. Arguments like this are basically the same as saying "The LAST thing you want to use to defend yourself in an emergency is a gun, because if your assailant is highly skilled in Krav Maga and you are attacked at arm's length, he might take it away from you and shoot you with it."
FYI *********I had an abscessed tooth so decided to try my "Fixafin" brand Amox 500 mg TID for 3 days. I worked 30 years as a nurse & knew this would help with infection & make the pain stop until I could get to a dentist. The capsules were still in a one year range from being out of date & had been stored properly. SURPRISE!! They didn't work at all. I might as well have been taking a placebo. The Ibuprofen dulled the pain fairly well until I could get back to civilization. Glad I did a "trail" run. What also irks me is I paid a small fortune for them from the company.
HaH! at the beginning I was about to type that the main thing peppers forget to pack in their bugout-bags are pictures of Other peoples bug-out-bags since we all love looking at other people's Gear! I was just going to say it joking around. but then you said that one of the main things we forget is "PICTURES" but of family. lol. so then I couldn't just joke about it without giving it it's credit. good job man. good video. you're right that some people forget misty of these things. I don't though since I always have dental issues or know people that do, and stomach issues (gi tract) goes hand in hand with that. so I have triplicate of each. and the rest are givens to me. but I'm sure some people haven't seen videos like this and repackaged their Bobs accordingly so thanks for the info/video
I hear ALOT of "could happen" and "might happen". The thing is, there are so many what ifs involved with a true SHTF situation that one could NEVER be fully equipped to accommodate every contingency within the contents of a backpack. The sad reality is that you can equip, equip, equip and buy, buy, buy but without preparing yourself mentally, you will never make it. A TRUE survivalist doesn't keep trying to pack more items into a bag but will improvise the items he/she needs with what can be found in any given situation. I'm always baffled by the mentality of TH-cam "Survivalists" who think that buying more and more products is the answer to every survival situation. The funny thing is, when you consider the reasons you would even need a bug out bag, do you really think that going out and buying more "made in other countries" products is going to help? lol I love you morons!!!! I bet at least 90% of what you own comes from other countries!!! You buy and buy from other countries and then wonder why your own economy is falling LMFAO!!!!!!!!!
You miss the entire point. Let me paint you a scenario: Let's say you live in an urban setting. Let's pretend that something catastrophic occurs (EMP, dirty-bomb, chemical spill, hurricane, whatever...) Let's suppose that you choose to "sit tight" as the Emergency Alert System tells you. Let's pretend that the power is out, the water is off, and the local markets have already been fleeced by rioters. You are sitting in your apartment, waiting for the "all clear" sign. 4 days have gone by, and you are out of clean water, out of food - besides condiments - and only have a single roll of toilet paper left. Your toilet hasn't flushed in two days due to the lack of pressure. You can't boil water because the gas/electric is off. Fast forward a few more days. You've been living/sleeping in darkness. People are being mugged outside your apartment for simply going outside because they have "something" that other people don't have, or perceive they don't have. Fast forward another couple days, and people are now dead. People are dead in the streets...starved, murdered or whatever. It's been more than a week. People are starving, and behaving more like animals than people. It's been over a week, and most people have less than 2 days of food stored. Most people haven't eaten in more than a week. Those who venture outside are subjected to assault and muggings. Meanwhile, every piece of absorbing material (towels, napkins, paper-towels) you have has already used to wash, bathe and clean yourself. Everything you own stinks. You are hungry, and haven't slept decently in more than a week. You are tired, confused and unsettled. Maybe you ran to the window one night when you heard someone screaming from the street, and you banged your shin on the end-table. It's been bleeding for days, and you have no bandages. You've been wrapping it in tissue and toilet paper, but both are in short supply. Now, you are hungry, weak, and wounded. Eventually, you have to go outside... or else you'll die.Eventually, you reach the inevitable conclusion that you MUST leave. What do you leave with? Where are you going to? How will you survive the first night? Improvise that! How will "clever and snarky" work for you in this scenario?
The reminder about stomach/diarrhea meds is valid. You may need to eat things you normally would not and questionable water may cause need. If you have Acid Reflux or GERD your meds for that as well. I started keeping a few packages of my med's OTC equivalent in my stuff. I keep in vehicle and rotate old for new. I need to use occasionally when forget to take at home.
Something that is very rarely mentioned is Meds. I have high blood pressure so I rotate 3 months of bp pills in my bag, along with a multivitamin. As for food, I keep a dried beef, mixed vegetables and instant potatoes mix, vacuum sealed in individual servings in my pack.
Thank you for sharing. I'd add a waterproof holder for a big thumb drive. Folks can go to a computer store and have all their pictures and home movies loaded onto thumb drives. I'd also include a water key. folks may come across a building/shed in a park, or any building with a faucet but no handle. Loved the comment re: knife sharpener and Rx. people forget. You're also going to need vitamins and Minerals.
It seems to be overlooked very often... But I honestly think lockpick set and the skills to use them effectively are a huge bonus, they're light ah and it's way way quieter then using a forced entry
Good review 👍 a few items I have to add to my kit like a dental first aid kit, hadn't heard of that one. Other items I'm glad to report I either have or have on my wish list. Nice to hear someone else say what I worked out a few years back about food items. I have jerky, museli bars, nuts & dried fruit. If you sieze up, YOU sieze up!
The two things I did have that you mentioned was zip ties and knife sharpener. We have 3 different ways for water and plan on getting 3 more ways. We have a Sawyer system love the idea. Loved this video we have another child now so were updating. We also are going too prep 1 month of dry food.
The Kelty bag looks almost exactly identical to the SOG bag they sell at Walmart for $39.95 + tax. I have the SOG and I love it, especially for the price. Thanks for the review. Cheers
I would include some quart size (or larger if you can find them) vacuum bags used for food. You'd need the vacuum gadget that goes with them, found in most grocery stores.. You can flatten A LOT of stuff and re-flatten it after it's opened. Creates much more room for things in your bag.
One of the things I don't see often is trashcan liner bands. Very strong and durable. Lots of ways to bind things together or create a seal or even for medical uses to stop blood flow to a limb.
The pictures are a great idea... I have an ID for each but it's nothing compared to a color picture w/good resolution. Thanks for the tip and the video!
Great video buddy. I remember from military days that you can use black charcoal and white ashes for your gut. One will block you up and one will make you flow. Doesn't matter which does what as you will figure it out pretty quick.
great video and thank you very much I do have a couple of holes in my bug out bag that thanks to you I can get filled and be more efficient and ready for whatever comes
I carry quart and gallon Zip-Loc freezer bags. Good for water storage, first aid use (like making a wound irrigation bag to cleanse wounds), putting contaminated wound care items, a pillow (filled with air), food storage, and on and on. No weight and no space.
MREs are good for a bug out bag. Ive got some in mine right now. Plus, they last very long amounts of time, years, so they're good to have. Military Grade has many calories so those arnt really for Fallouts but hiking and out door environments. Camel backs in your bag are good for water.
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Thumbs up 'cause it looks like you're a bicycle mechanic
agreed
siouxbe1 kuddos on the bike maintenance tools
Thanks man... I'm still doing it. Fix'n and sell'n bikes.... living the dream! I just moved to a different store... working at Eriks now.
Dynamic Prepper ..
siouxbe1 did you hear him or just looked at the background? Lol
pencil sharpener is also a very light product to help gather awesome tinder for starting a fire. gets paper thin shavings.
Valentine's Day cards. Romance doesn't have to disappear when your running from the zombies,...it doesn't.
best comment EVER!!! And great point also! It doesn't matter how many "more" items you add to a bag, you can NEVER be fully prepared with ONLY the items you carry in a backpack. The TRUE survivalist packs more "tools" into his/her brain bag than into their "bug out bag"
Daniel Longo: Dude, I totally agree. Valentines, Birthday, Anniversary, Birthday. Man, I'm adding some Hallmark to my BOB! lolz - great post, much needed levity in these tough times :-) God bless you.
Daniel Longo ditto for condoms people still get pregnant during emergencies in fact because sex is life affirming it is quite commonplace
sue mcfarlane maybe for weak ass men. I have a out of control labido but havent fucked a girl in three years. Piece of advise: please yourself if it gets bad enough...
Lmao. Awww. I love this.
If you are a parent of a daughter and you create a bug-out bag for her (or are stocking up on necessities for shtf) DO NOT FORGET TO PACK MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS FOR HER!!! I cannot stress enough just how much danger she will be in if she doesn't have correct hygiene products in a shtf situation. Don't forget that she also needs the information to go along with the products, in order to avoid potentially fatal issues such as toxic shock syndrome.
Also don't forget that stress can trigger a girl's first period, so don't think that just because she hasn't started yet means you can rest easy. Girls are starting to bleed as young as 9 years old now thanks to the western diet and possibly because of hormones in the water.
If you are a single father or gay fathers you MUST educate yourself about this. Do not rely on female relatives to do your job for you (though I'm sure they would be more than willing to help you out/answer your questions/etc.).
*Be there for your girls*
h6hfelie There are a lot of options for this now. Menstural cups for those who use tampons or washable pads. You can make your own reusable pads too.
Im just gonna say shut up meg, and leave my daughter behind
tampons are useful as bandages or fire starting water filtration, etc.
h6hfelie no such thing as a gay father.
h6hfelie get a menstrual cup!
on pictures. yes and no. pictures are indeed a confort thing. but can be used by people who wants you harm to torture you psychologically. in the army, when in deep recon into enemy territory, photos are banned. good video. hi from Switzerland
Piero, I've considered Switzerland a country that (like Israel and South Korea) has a nationwide preparation mentality because of constant threats of invasion. Is it a requirement to keep a rifle and one fully loaded magazine in the attic if you are in a militia or neighborhood defense group?
Not that they would invade but I would be most worried about Italy. They have decent weapons and well trained troops who would know how to navigate in places like the Alps. However, France and Germany look SCARY because of their size. Let's hope the Italians aren't digging tunnels under the Alps. : )
I keep a couple heavy gauge "ziplock" bags they have many uses don't weigh much, and can save you. Extra water storage is one if they are of sufficient size. I try and use the freezer bags as they tend to be of thicker plastic. Not to mention you never know when some extra waterproofing might come in handy. For your dental tip clove oil works great if you can't patch the problem as it deadens the pain and kills germs.
Best bug out bag food is peanut butter. has enough protein carbs and fat in 2 Tbsp.
Enough for what?
Best bug out food is bb gun for small game, low noise
from the comments, I can see there's not universal agreement on all items, but, I like what you did here; anytime you stop to consider what you've packed, and why, it's a good exercise. This list may spark an idea of something else that's needed, and the extra consideration is always time well spent. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge. Cheers!
I would consider either Bug Spray or a Mosquito Net for when your in Mosquito Country. Zeka is no joke and being bitten by them is no fun either.
A lot of folks don't know that zip ties are reuseable without cutting them!
How??
+Alex S they also make zip ties that are designed to be reused easily the tabs are longer and stick out.
Exactly! Spot on!
Shit I didn't know that, awesome! Thanks!
*reusable to a point.
What I really liked the most is how he continued to show pictures of his hands.......instead of the items he was recommending. First class idea for a video.
lol. I'm literally just getting over a stomach virus. Couldn't agree more. Not to mention stomach pain is not only debilitating but can prevent sleep. I would also suggest any form of good electrolyte powder such as elotrans. When with diarrhea you typically don't get nutrients you need. Easily mixes with water
Dude that sucks!! Hope your feeling better bro.... good suggestions
Nail clippers.
dont need nail clippers just use a knife delicatly and its posible to manage nails and its one tool less to tote around with.
extec101 nail clippers are good for more than nails. Showed people that in bootcamp when my multitool was nail clippers.
ok then its more usefull thigs to it then fixing nails :)
I carry nail clippers in my purse and I can’t even tell you how useful they are in many situations. I agree!
The thing with the smart water bottle is that they are a heavily chemical based bottle, those chemicals release into the water in the sun. For people who have sensitive stomachs it may be worth avoiding them.
The FDA has debunked that myth. See University of Michigan study on plastic bottles.
the fda took a shitload of chems out of all plastic bottles due to cancer so ya this used to be a problem but not any more
To your #2 Dental Care I would add denture cream and/or denture care items like Effordent. There are a lot of people who have denture or partials that require cleaning, soaking or even repair in a bug out situation. Denture cream is also adhesive that might be used to fasten gauze or other bandages to skin. Add to Garbage bags and Water is Ziplock brand 1 gallon bags. They're water tight.
I've been making "survival bags" as a hobby for about 30 years. Have spent days, weeks, and months at a time using and testing my gear, and skills.
Rarely do I see things I haven't done or heard of. This video made me think. Well done.
I like the water bottle idea. I carry the Sawyer Mini in most of my bags. Never thought of carrying an empty (or full) Smart Water bottle.
I actually carry an empty Stainless Steel bottle for the same reason as you, only I fill mine with beef jerky.
Always carried a dental kit, something most folks don't think of.
this is the perfect video to have a drinking game to. take a shot everytime you hear "bug out bag"
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Salt................
Michael Moore
I find straws work great for salt and pepper and other spices. Hair straighter both ends to seal t, like honey sticks. If opened and party used, get braces rubber bands a s fold over and seal. Plus minirubber bands have many uses for lets say, finger splints and bandages
NO. All energy bars and freeze dried food already has too much salt in it. The latest studies have shown that you don't loose enough salt through strenuous exercise to do physical harm. Water is the most important.
Unbelievable, I started watching Prep videos ever since Hurricane Irma and didn't want to be caught without stuff. I did not have any of the ten thing you talked about in my bag. Now I will. The beauty of those items is they can all fit in the palm of both hands except the water bottles. Great delivery, thanks.
When you have to use your bag, you will never forget what you left out! Great video.
in a shtf situation the main dental is a pair of pliers. :D gar bags are great but make sure they are not the bio degradable type or they will fall apart if you use them for a shelter. the garden bags are far tougher, and larger :)best way to test a bugout bag is to go hunting regularly. if you find you don't have what you need for 3 days hunting, you don't have what you need for a bug out bag.
with the whole garbage bag to water proof your items. what I've done with my whole bag is bees wax and a heat gun will completely water proof your bag. just rub the wax over the textile and heat it lightly and do this 3-4 times or how ever many times you feel
Good ideas -Thanks for taking the time. I didn't have any GI meds but I will now, as you make a great argument for it. Dental kit with anbesol is also a must have that most don't think of. Thanks again
Great video, I have been prepping about 5 years now and working on bug out bags for about 2...The food issue, meds, and lack of shelter material amaze me...Im no pro or ex military just a older guy thinking about what I may really need and it varies from person to person, calories are a major part of my system, sure I can fish and hunt but you need serious back up to get to it during the high pressure and anxiety situation, I got big stores of meds and antibiotics also.
#1 should have been a 10mm socket, God knows there is never one to be found when you need it lol
Something I've seen missing from almost every bugout bag on youtube is a gun cleaning kit. I use a compact one that will clean both my AR and my handgun(s)
Guns don't need cleaning as much as you've been told. You can put a few thousand rounds through any gun and it will work just fine. That being said, if you've dropped your gun in sand, dust, mud or some slime it might not be a bad idea to have some patches and a rod.
mysterioso 100 true except with ARs. Why i dont own one. I own AK all i need is a stick and an old sock. Same with my shotty, 308, and pistols. Cleaning kits and oil is overrated.
Bug Out bag at least should have.
BSA basic essentials:
Pocket Knife
1st aid kit
Extra Clothing
Rain gear
Flashlight
Trail food
Water/water purification
Matches or firestarter
Sun protection
Trail maps and compass.
And bug spray or other things if needed.
I would add
Toilet paper
Nail clippers
Soap (3 in one and hand soap)
Sleeping bag or hammock
Small wool blanket
Extra socks
Fixed blade knife
Water proof ground sheet or tarp
Small pocket Calendar
Note book
Pens
Pencils
Pencil sharpener.
I carry a 4-way silcock key. Urban setting, very useful for accessing water from the outside of commercial buildings. A bit heavy. About $9 at the hardware store.
Yup, still need pressure. Thing is; there's going to be pressure even a few days after a major disaster. Most folks don't even know you can get water from the outside of commercial buildings. Even if they figure it out, they'll be in for a huge disappointment if they try using a multi-tool to get at the water. The nice thing with a silcock key is that it gives you the four sizes right in one convenient package.
you should do a video on shit people put in their bag that they shouldn't-like some of these guys that put 40 different torches all over their bags...like they're gonna make a disco when they get where they're going
Olive oil for a fat source and salt and pepper and or a multi-spice like Old Bay. Living on fish without a fat source will cause rapid weight loss.
Fish is a fat source.
Great video! I would second having the anti-diarrheal and laxatives. I also keep Motrin and Benadryl in small ziplock med bags and a little hydrocortisone cream in a straw.
Great list. I have a few of them however, certainly a few on there I wouldn't have considered until I saw this. Thanks man!
I never hear anybody talking about taking care of your eyes. What about some eye drops for flushing them out?
+Jeff Schall Clean water, just sayin'.
Do what Bayer G. Would do, use piss.
And eye pro
Expanding on your good advice about stomach meds some good multi vitamins are not a bad idea. If you have a vomiting or diarrhea situation for more than 24 hrs you will be very dehydrated and also need something to bring working levels of vitamins and lytes up to near normal. Not to mention if you are in a longer term situation your food intake will probably be less than perfect. MVIs are a good thing to pack with the sport drink powders. Remember Do not use up the sport drink powders during a Diarrhea and or vomiting situation (food poisoning) because its going to run right through. Use water only. Gatorade and vitamins later.
what if you are a chick prepper think she should add a dildo for sex craveings!!!😂😂😂😂😂😂
Great video, bud! The one thing I would add, to complement the N95 mask, would be goggles. I have both N95(8) and goggles, which may really, really help if there's smoke, dust, etc. Sunglasses may work but goggles will definitely be more effective, IMO.
I learned abt the emerg dental care kit the hard way, i won't forget again. Excellent vid. Thank you
Dental first aid. Good idea!
haha well i have a few tricks up my sleeve. I have a lot of medicinal plant knowledge so I know what plants are anti diarrhea, so i don't carry anti diarrhea. I also usually hone my knife on my leather belt rather then sharpen, and it gets just as sharp as before. great video.
How's that work for you in the winter?
Cameron Buttigieg
where i live winter is not very bad, and i have found common plantain even in winter because its a yard weed. it is good for anti diarrhea. also being in an area with a lot of water helps, because you can replenish your fluids. i also have a pretty strong stomach that can handle a lot lol
+viking Mckim I've never met a guy that didn't think he had a strong stomach...
Dynamic Prepper
growing up a poor kid i ate a lot of 4 day old left overs, and mixing foods cuz it was all i had. I also am a big hot sauce fan, and even with a hangover i barely puke when i probably should. I'm not saying i have an iron stomach, but its probably better than average.
If I may add something, I have been using glue gun sticks (made out of silicone) as a glue, or rubber etc. Using a lighter is the best way to use it, you light it like you would a cigarette, and it starts going from solid to liquid, you put it on a wound, a tear or anything, it cools in approx. 10 seconds and you are ready to go.
I also include both chalk and permanent markers, for the purpose of leaving messages for separated family members, and foot powder. Thanks for video, good tips
I'm certain a lot of people would forget nail clippers.
Plus the clippings double as a tasty treat and settles the stomach. Chewing on your nails is healthy for your teeth and great for reducing stress
Pictures are also good for moral and hope. The first thing in the rule of 3's is you can't live 3 seconds without hope. Just the fact of having a picture of friends and loved ones in a bug out situation if you're separated from them can give you hope.
Raven Leap you will get a boost of hope when you successfully eat an animal without buying meat from walmart...
Excellent tips. There is another BOB aspect that I suspect most folks don't consider. Probably just as important as what is in it or where you keep it for the bug out would be . . . . . .
does a prepper ever actually put it on, feel the weight, adjust the contents to assure there is nothing poking you in the back? How about making sure it is somewhat balanced no matter what the weight may be? One more thing. . . . . it would be a good idea to wear it for an hour (around the house) twice a month. Get used to the limitations issues that it will present to your normal walking or running. Happy Prepping!!
You now have another subscriber...in all the lists and videos I have watched, and that's a lot, you are the first one I have come across that adds photos and zip ties.
dont pack jerky, mmmm lions, tigers and bears love it. Christ, let Him provide for you.
Epipen would not be a bad idea.
Those who really need a epipen usually have them with them and those who think they do are the ones who forget.
Expired Epi is better the no epi at all!
Peanut Butter sticks and Honey sticks
Benadryl Caps, dont need an RX and longer shelf life and cheaper, you can put them under the tounge .
But if you have highly allergic reaction and need one in anyday life, yes by all means!
I'm pretty sure epipens are useless unless you can get the patient to the hospital quickly, they just buy time
Good stuff, I have 9 out of 10 in my bug out bag, I like the photo...I carry a wide variety of meds and ointments, Calamine, oral gel, pain meds, eye drops ect. I carry several of the same thing in much smaller amounts in my get home bag...I really like you talking about food, it blows me away the folks that seem to think they will be happy with a couple cliff bars and one mountain house in a high stress situation...Im also older so I have my daily meds in my bag and some biofreeze for the knees, LOL I get ragged about that by younger guys but they can carry their 5 compasses and 5 fire starting combustibles and Ill carry my single use biofreeze.
Hi, new subscriber here. Forgive me if you have already included these items in your BOB. This is the first video of yours that I have watched. OK, I have three items people forget or overlook. 1. Toilet Paper. Enough said for that one! 2. Pen/Pencil and paper for coms, fire starting, sector sketches etc. 3. Hiking boots and or bug out clothes in general. This last one is a big one for me and I bet a lot of people. I would think that most people do not wear bug out appropriate clothes daily and they most definitely do not wear good boots daily, I know I do not. So good boots and a set of bug out appropriate clothes almost never make it into anyone's bag from what I have seen. Great video, I look forward to watching your others!
+Steven “Shooter11b” Szabo Great suggestions! Thanks for sub'n
Dynamic Prepper Roger that!
i bugged out in my brogues lmao
Bars like Clif bars and lara bars are by far a better option than beef jerky or whey protein. They contain the plenty of amount of fat and protein and better yet they actually contain carbohydrates to give the body maxium energy and numerous vitamins and minerals. 10% of total calories(about 55grams for 150 lb man) from protein will sustain all protein needs for a person. Carbohydrates are by far more important to keeping up energy as protein is in essentially food while meat has no carbohydrates.
+Michael Shawn I've been a Clif Bar dealer at my store for over 15 years... as well as Hammer, Scratch Labs, Health Warrior, Honey Stinger and more recently Bonk Bar. I don't think many people forget energy and nutrition bars... thus they didn't make this list... in fact I think they are fairly ubiquitous. I sell Cliff Bars due to demand, but in reality they are not much better than a Snickers.... and in fact most pro endurance athletes just eat a Snickers and a can of Coke when they need a boost. To tell the truth I'm not a big fan of Clif.... overpriced and poor quality if you ask me. I much prefer Health Warrior and Bonk Bar.... rounder nutrition, all natural and more protein per bar. But in my book these are not replacements for real food even in a bug out... just supplemental stuff to avoid food fatigue. IMHO... The Bonk Bar PB&J is THE best bar on the market.... sooooooooooo good! Right now I am sampling Coffee Bar to perhaps sell in the store... we will see, not bad so far.....
Considering clif bars a 70% organic, gmo free, and made with a lot of complex carbs that help with sustained energy, id say they are much healthier than a snickers and coke. THe bonk bar and healther warrior arent to shabby, but a lacking the 23 vitamins and minerals from the clif bar the would come in handy in a bug out situation considering it will help round out that lost nutrition. I wasn't saying cliff bars/ bars in general weren't a common item in a bugout bag, I was saying they are a better option than jerky and whey powder for protein because they contain much more nutrition for sustained health and energy and have plenty of protein while jerky and whey has no carbohydrates and carbs are the energy powerhouse macronutrient,
Michael Shawn
Energy bars in general are really nothing more than fancy candy bars. I'm not saying its a bad idea... again whatever you like to avoid food fatigue and keep things interesting is great. I tip toe around things like these because I think people packing snacks and bars in BOBs in lieu of real food and meals is a major mistake.... as I addressed in my Top 10 BOB Mistakes video. If you are supplementing your diet with these then fine... if your advocating using these bars as your diet in replacement packing actual food/meals... then we have a fundamental disagreement that probably will not be bridged. My point about protein is simply as supplemental means... not attempting to live off that shit... and in that context things like beef jerky, pemmican and whey are great and light light ways to increase your protein intake, and thus a good idea... not to mention cheap...
+Dynamic Prepper For sure only supplementing for a short period of time until major food source is accessible.
20 minutes of looking at your backpacks and hands, boring. You lost me at the 5 minute mark. Just shoot ahead and get the lists. This could have been done in 10 minutes.
Some pretty good tips there and in an emergency it wouldn't hurt to take anti-diarrhoea meds before grabbing the BOB. Protein powders and liquid meal substitutes like Complan are also definitely worth considering, bugging out after all out is all about speed. You want to reach home or a place of safety as soon as possible so mix,chug & run makes a lot of sense.
I would argue that anti-inflammatories, and anti-histamines would be the most important.
A good example of this, those of us who are older would be advised to take some Ibuprofin before bed. This is essential if you suddenly find yourself on the move all day, instead of parked at your desk as usual. It's probably the number one used med you will have.
I don't think you said bug out bag enough times in this video.......
Hand Sanitizer to clean Sap off hands or knifes....and a clothe to rub it off
and a good fire starter.
ALways carry a bandana!
Yeah, you've got to "rub it off"
Call me stupid but I forgot all 10 of those things, thanks so much, you've most likely just saved my life
I have watched quite a few of these videos from different people and not one has mentioned a sewing kit. You're not gonna be shopping for clothes so you'll have to keep what you've got maintained. Pretty important, especially in the winter, in my humble opinion.
Great info, way to llllooooonnnngggg! this video should have only been about three minutes long.
wherecan i buy a dental emergency kit? never knew they exist
American medical kits has dental repair kit
Walmart and most drugstores carry temporary filling material and such. Great video.
Amazon
You can get one at the dollar tree. For a dollar!
I believe Skinny Medic and Nurse Amy each have their own bug out dental kits as well.
Number one item I see people forget is free space. Everyone stuffs their bags full of gear and food without leaving space for some handy item they might acquire along the way.
I just put together a bag today. Good information!
Why not just use 550 paracord instead of keeping multiple sizes of zip ties?
elbryan9 where can u buy that 550 paracord? ty
Mountain-High Pretty much anywhere that sells outdoors equipment. Walmart, Cabella's, Sportsman's Warehouse. Or you can always buy it online like Amazon or a lot of preppers type sites sell it.
elbryan9 TYVM
Just get the 10inch ones and paracord. Options are good thing.
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I find that a lot of things are more for an INCH-bag. A BOB is only for the first 72 hours... My strategy is to have Stashes along the way to my BOL to refill or adapt my BOB to an ICNH bag. this way your back.
But I'm glad to see videos like this just to reflect and evaluate my own plans, Thumbs up!
Nice Video. All good things to keep in all your bags/packs. (car-bag, backpack, go-bag, etc.)
The water filtration and storage capacity is very important.
The only thing I would add is a small bottle of real aspirin. (325 mg NSAID) Not tylenol or ibuprofen.
You can get a generic ~100 tablet bottle at most $1 stores. Whether you store all or part of the bottle in each emergency bag, 20+ aspirins can keep you or someone around you alive.
You mentioned pictures of your family... I include adding pictures of your pets.
+Annette B I think pets probably count as family. I know mine sure does!!
+neolithic3 Yeah... I'll admit my dog (which I got as a bird hunting dog, Brittany Spaniel) has literally become my right hand man. His dedication, talent, sweetness and eagerness to please has cemented his place in my life and as a result I have altered my preparedness plans to ensure his safety and survival right along with everyone else in my family. You can see him my Ruger 10/22 video th-cam.com/video/henHAUEL3PE/w-d-xo.html @ 7:10... he was just a pup in that video but was already proving his talent as a hunter and his dedication as a family dog.
Knee pads. They are a must since half the time tour on your knees.
+Tom Manning Carhartt washed duck double front dungarees with Soft Knees knee pads. All i wear...everywhere.
was that a burn?!..lmao
+Tom Manning Oh Lord.. Deliverance!! :/ I've seen that movie... God help us.. I prefer to think of the family photo..
Tom Manning what kind of tour are you going on?
Thanks the back pack run through. I especially liked the info about the Oakley bag. I love that movie.
Good call. Glad I watched. My bag is designed for long term and has many items people don't always think of, but I overlooked zipties somehow.
That girl on the cover of playboy was advertising the NFL when her front teeth looked like goal posts!
Christ!!! @3 minutes of staring at a few bags and a gun...Geesh.
Just had an earthquake in LA this morning...it was a good reminder to reevaluate my bug out bag. I went to CVS to stock up on foods & found that beef jerky has come a long way since I was a kid. Turkey, gourmet flavors...damn!
Excellent presentation. Gave me more things I need to prep before leaving on an up and coming trip with my son!
I got more coming, thanks for watching~!
Your medical advice is dangerous. Giving an anti diarrheal to someone with cdiff, will kill them. If an invection causing diarrhea you have to let the diarrhea run its course and support the person with fluids.
I don't give medical advice, I simply advocate having medicines with you and properly using them, through the use of hypothetical scenario. I do not illustrate all the opposing hypothetical scenarios of when not to use them, nor do I care too. Still, it is recommended to have these medications with you... if you misuse medications can you possibly cause more harm than good??? *News Flash*.... yes.
Better to have the tool and not need it, than vise-versa. Medications are not heavy or expensive.
I get diarrhea under stress. I'm far from the only one with this problem. Anti-diarrheal medication *may* save my life.
what is cdiff?
scriptorsilentum Clostridium difficilecolitis. Clostridium difficile is a bacteria in your digestive system right now. Currently there is a flora of 1000s of micro-organisms in your gut that function in harmony to digest your food and control your gut. But its possible for this bacteria (cdiff) under the right conditions to go rogue and run out of control in your gut... this overgrowth causes the release of toxins in your gut that attack the lining of your intestines. Typically cdiff is not seen in normally healthy people. But if you ever take antibiotics for anything its a good idea to take a pro-biotic also. But otherwise I would not worry about it unless you have immune problems, chemo, kidney or GI diseases or surgeries, elderly, or taking multiple antibiotics for prolonged periods (longer than 1 course) without probiotics.
Agreed. Arguments like this are basically the same as saying "The LAST thing you want to use to defend yourself in an emergency is a gun, because if your assailant is highly skilled in Krav Maga and you are attacked at arm's length, he might take it away from you and shoot you with it."
omg people....Get off the accent and the way someone speaks....Dayum so fricken critical. Find something positive to remark about.
FYI *********I had an abscessed tooth so decided to try my "Fixafin" brand Amox 500 mg TID for 3 days. I worked 30 years as a nurse & knew this would help with infection & make the pain stop until I could get to a dentist. The capsules were still in a one year range from being out of date & had been stored properly. SURPRISE!! They didn't work at all. I might as well have been taking a placebo. The Ibuprofen dulled the pain fairly well until I could get back to civilization. Glad I did a "trail" run. What also irks me is I paid a small fortune for them from the company.
HaH! at the beginning I was about to type that the main thing peppers forget to pack in their bugout-bags are pictures of Other peoples bug-out-bags since we all love looking at other people's Gear! I was just going to say it joking around. but then you said that one of the main things we forget is "PICTURES" but of family. lol. so then I couldn't just joke about it without giving it it's credit. good job man. good video. you're right that some people forget misty of these things. I don't though since I always have dental issues or know people that do, and stomach issues (gi tract) goes hand in hand with that. so I have triplicate of each. and the rest are givens to me. but I'm sure some people haven't seen videos like this and repackaged their Bobs accordingly so thanks for the info/video
I hear ALOT of "could happen" and "might happen". The thing is, there are so many what ifs involved with a true SHTF situation that one could NEVER be fully equipped to accommodate every contingency within the contents of a backpack. The sad reality is that you can equip, equip, equip and buy, buy, buy but without preparing yourself mentally, you will never make it. A TRUE survivalist doesn't keep trying to pack more items into a bag but will improvise the items he/she needs with what can be found in any given situation. I'm always baffled by the mentality of TH-cam "Survivalists" who think that buying more and more products is the answer to every survival situation. The funny thing is, when you consider the reasons you would even need a bug out bag, do you really think that going out and buying more "made in other countries" products is going to help? lol I love you morons!!!! I bet at least 90% of what you own comes from other countries!!! You buy and buy from other countries and then wonder why your own economy is falling LMFAO!!!!!!!!!
You miss the entire point. Let me paint you a scenario: Let's say you live in an urban setting. Let's pretend that something catastrophic occurs (EMP, dirty-bomb, chemical spill, hurricane, whatever...) Let's suppose that you choose to "sit tight" as the Emergency Alert System tells you. Let's pretend that the power is out, the water is off, and the local markets have already been fleeced by rioters. You are sitting in your apartment, waiting for the "all clear" sign. 4 days have gone by, and you are out of clean water, out of food - besides condiments - and only have a single roll of toilet paper left. Your toilet hasn't flushed in two days due to the lack of pressure. You can't boil water because the gas/electric is off. Fast forward a few more days. You've been living/sleeping in darkness. People are being mugged outside your apartment for simply going outside because they have "something" that other people don't have, or perceive they don't have. Fast forward another couple days, and people are now dead. People are dead in the streets...starved, murdered or whatever. It's been more than a week. People are starving, and behaving more like animals than people. It's been over a week, and most people have less than 2 days of food stored. Most people haven't eaten in more than a week. Those who venture outside are subjected to assault and muggings. Meanwhile, every piece of absorbing material (towels, napkins, paper-towels) you have has already used to wash, bathe and clean yourself. Everything you own stinks. You are hungry, and haven't slept decently in more than a week. You are tired, confused and unsettled. Maybe you ran to the window one night when you heard someone screaming from the street, and you banged your shin on the end-table. It's been bleeding for days, and you have no bandages. You've been wrapping it in tissue and toilet paper, but both are in short supply. Now, you are hungry, weak, and wounded. Eventually, you have to go outside... or else you'll die.Eventually, you reach the inevitable conclusion that you MUST leave. What do you leave with? Where are you going to? How will you survive the first night? Improvise that! How will "clever and snarky" work for you in this scenario?
What about when someone steals your bag? lol
The reminder about stomach/diarrhea meds is valid. You may need to eat things you normally would not and questionable water may cause need. If you have Acid Reflux or GERD your meds for that as well. I started keeping a few packages of my med's OTC equivalent in my stuff. I keep in vehicle and rotate old for new. I need to use occasionally when forget to take at home.
Well if you are like me and have problems with ingrown toenails a nail clippers is key. Plus you can use it for snipping off little things.
Swiss Army Knife scissors will do the trick.
Something that is very rarely mentioned is Meds. I have high blood pressure so I rotate 3 months of bp pills in my bag, along with a multivitamin. As for food, I keep a dried beef, mixed vegetables and instant potatoes mix, vacuum sealed in individual servings in my pack.
Thank you for sharing. I'd add a waterproof holder for a big thumb drive. Folks can go to a computer store and have all their pictures and home movies loaded onto thumb drives. I'd also include a water key. folks may come across a building/shed in a park, or any building with a faucet but no handle.
Loved the comment re: knife sharpener and Rx. people forget. You're also going to need vitamins and Minerals.
It seems to be overlooked very often... But I honestly think lockpick set and the skills to use them effectively are a huge bonus, they're light ah and it's way way quieter then using a forced entry
Good review 👍 a few items I have to add to my kit like a dental first aid kit, hadn't heard of that one. Other items I'm glad to report I either have or have on my wish list.
Nice to hear someone else say what I worked out a few years back about food items. I have jerky, museli bars, nuts & dried fruit. If you sieze up, YOU sieze up!
The two things I did have that you mentioned was zip ties and knife sharpener. We have 3 different ways for water and plan on getting 3 more ways. We have a Sawyer system love the idea.
Loved this video we have another child now so were updating.
We also are going too prep 1 month of dry food.
The Kelty bag looks almost exactly identical to the SOG bag they sell at Walmart for $39.95 + tax. I have the SOG and I love it, especially for the price. Thanks for the review. Cheers
New to the community and this really helps me with what I need in my bug out bag
I would include some quart size (or larger if you can find them) vacuum bags used for food. You'd need the vacuum gadget that goes with them, found in most grocery stores.. You can flatten A LOT of stuff and re-flatten it after it's opened. Creates much more room for things in your bag.
One of the things I don't see often is trashcan liner bands. Very strong and durable. Lots of ways to bind things together or create a seal or even for medical uses to stop blood flow to a limb.
Big ones can be filled with leaves as a matress
Excellent video and advice, thank you! Organic turkey/beef jerky is a quick fix, and Lara Bars are the healthiest pure fruit and nut choice. Try them!
The pictures are a great idea... I have an ID for each but it's nothing compared to a color picture w/good resolution. Thanks for the tip and the video!
Great video buddy. I remember from military days that you can use black charcoal and white ashes for your gut. One will block you up and one will make you flow. Doesn't matter which does what as you will figure it out pretty quick.
which does which
+Andrew Holmes (censoredmovie) charcoal is good for treating diahorreah
Never thought about garbage bags. I will definitely be adding. Great videos. Keep them coming.
garbage bags are very versatile and can be used for many many things
great video and thank you very much I do have a couple of holes in my bug out bag that thanks to you I can get filled and be more efficient and ready for whatever comes
Thank You, great video, I’m a prepper but I like your justifications for the items you suggested. Good job!!!!!!
Very helpful video. Definitely had items I hadn't thought about or hadn't thought that in depth about. Thanks!
I carry quart and gallon Zip-Loc freezer bags. Good for water storage, first aid use (like making a wound irrigation bag to cleanse wounds), putting contaminated wound care items, a pillow (filled with air), food storage, and on and on. No weight and no space.
Great video, Dynamic Prepper. I'm going to scurry to add items you've pointed out that I missed - ha! Thanks man. God bless.
I was watching, and when you mentioned garbage bags, and then smart water bottles, I just knew you were a thru hiker. :) Great vids.
really enjoyed this video- always good to get back to basics and make sure the rest of one's kit has a solid foundation
MREs are good for a bug out bag. Ive got some in mine right now. Plus, they last very long amounts of time, years, so they're good to have. Military Grade has many calories so those arnt really for Fallouts but hiking and out door environments. Camel backs in your bag are good for water.