My 2022 EDC Travel Essentials Kit
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 มิ.ย. 2024
- This travel EDC pack contains essentials to help get you out of trouble when travelling. Compact and lightweight this pack should be part of your travel everyday carry. Don't leave town without it!
My name is Jonathan, I have a passion for all things 'gadget, travel and EDC' which has filled both my personal and work life for many years. This includes sourcing, reviewing and product development and the creation of two UK national retail chains. Find out more here: • About Jon Gadget - Who...
This channel is here to help you find great travel and carry gear on the back of solid and detailed reviews along with years of experience. I also hope to give you ideas and inspiration when it comes to everyday carry gear, travel gear and gadgets, which make life a little bit easier and perhaps more fun.
I welcome any feedback on my videos or the channel in general. Thank you for taking the time to read this.
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Nitecore Web Link:
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(these are affiliate links for more information see below)
www.leatherman.com
www.leatherman.co.uk
Amazon Links: (not all links will works for all countries but hopefully most will)
Maxpedition mini pouch geni.us/dvhC1zh
Knipex Cobra pliers geni.us/6y2fW1s
Victorinox Alox Pioneer X geni.us/SElFKy
Nitecore NU25 Headlight geni.us/EkEnet
Nitecore NB10000 Power Bank geni.us/BlW6zd
Folding mains USB charger (UK only) geni.us/fKstLJ
Rite in the Rain credit card sized notebook geni.us/KyB9wz
Fresnel Magnifying lens geni.us/nwB4Zv
ThinOptics emergency reading glasses geni.us/r0qMlM
UK Mylar zip lock bags geni.us/vSNExV
USA Mylar zip lock bags geni.us/hJgOp
Elasticated Shock Cord and locking toggles geni.us/DNBVq
Glue sticks geni.us/0y2sk
(these are affiliate links for more information see below)
Contents of this video to help you navigate:
00:00 - Intro
00:30 - Overview
01:18 - Maxpedition Mini pouch
02:10 - First look inside
02:40 - Multitool
05:28 - Multitool alternative
06:35 - Nitecore NU25 Flashlight/Torch
11:35 - Nitecore NB10000 Powerbank
12:37 - USB cables
13:32 - Mains charger
14:53 - Notepad and pen
15:48 - Magnifying lens
16:28 - Bic lighter
16:59 - Glue stick
18:08 - Tape
18:36 - Zip ties
19:35 - Essential Meds
20:40 - Flat pack items
23:21 - Wipes
24:28 - Take it with you when you leave town
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I love that after putting together a kit similar to this I felt real proud and smart, and told my girlfriend. Guys… we’ve reinvented the purse and my gf already had all of this 😂
Sure, you could stuff it all in your pockets or throw all in a backpack too, but the point is not to.
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Yeah... but is her purse tactical?
Lol, plus makeup. I have been working on this for decades.
Hahaha same here! Nice thing is, figuring this out made me feel less like a paranoid boyscout. 😂
THANK YOU!!! Yes...I was shouting there. I'm a retired firefighter paramedic with just under 30 years service. I stopped half way through the video to again thank you for your realistic outlook and preparedness for real world issues. REAL ISSUES....Fire alarm, power outages, broken shoe lace and diarrhea!! Who'd of thought!? So many are preparing for situations that will likely not happen or if they do...no EDC bag will likely fit the situation (or it will be taken from you immediately). So many people so called "prepare" for nuclear war, the zombie apocalypse or a free for all lawless society....however...they don't have a fire extinguisher or a good first aid kit. The light is very very cool. The bag/contents perfect! Thanks again
Well said!
he doesn't have first aid in his kit, how can it be perfect?
Also a firefighter with over 30 years of service and I agree... this is a real world kit
I'd probably switch out the multi tool with a small victorinox, should be enough for travel - especially in a city.
Of course it depends on your mode of traveling. If you're camping with a car you might other gear then taking a bicycle.
And if you're staying in hostels you might have think about every little gramm.
But a really cool kit.
I often find great ideas in Jon's videos, there's a couple in here. He's also the champion of concise and useful notes to go with each short film. Top job.
thank you!
Mate, that gluestick hack is gold!!!!
This is pure brilliance. So many great ideas and not just product hoarding and promoting. Great stuff! Thank you so much!
Jonathan, I'm a new subscriber and I am really enjoying your channel! My wife is finally beginning to accept my EDC and Victorinox addiction and has noted you are my main enabler of that dependency! :) Loved the glue stick idea! I have also appreciated those small tablet-size compressed paper towels and throw a few in such a pack. One can really get out of hand with these and without thinking, a small EDC kit can become a "bug-out" bag that you would dread carrying for any length of time! Compromises have to be made. Wonderful channel, thanks so much!
Just as a quick story I was once out of town on a work related training trip and one of my supervisors actually broke her key off in an old unlubricated lock.
I actually used an old hot glue stick I had in my bag, my EDC tweezers and another coworkers lighter to partly melt the glue stick, stick it on to the nub of the broken keys sticking out the lock, press it in and let it slowly cool for a few seconds then pull the broken key shaft out enough for the tweezers to pull them the rest of the way out.
A kit like this is invaluable when you're away from your home
This is one of THE BEST EDCs ever seen of hundreds of videos in youtube.... thanks man, I will update my EDC.... and thanks for the links
I love seeing other people's EDC selections. I picked up a few good ideas from you kit that I'll be adding to my own.
I thoroughly enjoy all of your videos, especially your “kit” videos! I too carry several EDC kits with me on a regular basis and I would never leave home without them. I’m sorry to hear about your fall and broken rib, I hope you’re feeling better. Take care and I can’t wait to see your next video. Cheers!
Right onThanks Aaron - much appreciated
The kits are my favourite part of this channel. Very few other channels thoroughly explain their kits are not as well made as yours. Keep up the good work!
Thank you Roman - appreciate the feedback
Roman - I couldn’t agree more! He’s always so thorough with his explanations and uses top quality items!
@@aarons1609 and it’s very practical things too
@@JonGadget
Absolutely epic kit .
I've seldom watched a video where I've bought more items .
Well done .
The glue and lighter combo looks very effective, I will definitely be trying that one
Love to listen to British accent, as a 2nd generation american, I get nostalgic of listening to my grandfather and great uncle. And very good advice and explanations. Went through my pouch to see that I had most of his suggestions.
Great as always. Very innovative with headlamp band substitution, the alternate cordage and love the glue stick lighter application as the crazy glue dries. I would have add a few safety pins and now a spare mask
good additions - thanks for sharing
Recently I have bought Nitecore NU25 headlamp because of this video and I have never imagined it would be a lifesaver in a way it did last night.
Being a doctor i went to my rural hometown to take care of my covid + 87yr old grandfather. In badly lit apartment at 10PM last night it would be very hard to obtain IV access, thanks to this exact video and my similar travel pouch that I have created inspired by you Jon, I was able to place the cannule in perfect lighting!
Dear Jon, what a great gear review! You have such outstanding ideas and present them in an very informative and yet still entertaining way. Really happy I found your channel. Many greetings from Germany! Jan
I always enjoy your videos. Find new tips every time. Thanks Jon!
You've demonstrated a brilliant, well-thought-out, very practical, small essentials kit, sir! And I'm especially impressed that you both unpacked and repacked all its contents without even once using the word "tactical, which is now the universal faux-macho term for aggression and hostility. Thanks for sharing it! You've won a new follower.
Thank you, that’s great to hear. Welcome to the channel.
one of the best relatable EDC videos I've seen for ages. Really enjoin your content Jon.
Really kind of you to say Jon O - many thanks
Nice kit Jon. Thanks for the video. I’ve tried to come up with a few useful additions to consider-
Moleskin, Lip balm, Corded ear buds, fold flat 95 mask, nitrile gloves, foam earplugs
Hi Jon, the missing (easy to include) item for me is disposable foam ear plugs. Squash flat, weigh sod all and perfect for that occasion when you're booked into a hotel with noisy surroundings. The joy of silence :)
good one 👍
I had to upgrade to silicone earplugs.
They take up a bit more room, but they're more efficient and don't deform as much under pressure.
@@CountDoucheula Yay, not heard of them, must try these.
Air pods with noise cancellation will do the trick if you’ve a few bucks to invest 👍🏼 also have the effect of giving the im not interested especially when wanting to avoid people in areas where there a scammers about
Finally somebody who considers anti diarrhea medicine. I’m always surprised by the amount of people caught off guard by this very common inconvenience . I also always keep a small single dose of physiological serum (saline water), great for removing dust from the eye or dealing with nose dryness… And some bandages….
Thank you for your product reviews and suggestions. Most pages that include similar content are so heavy on the tactical or super techie. Your content hits a sweet spot for this of us who just like to be prepared for everyday life not Y2K or doomsday.
Your channel is a breath of fresh air.
Great to hear 😊 Thank you
Two additions: To your Mylar pouch with alcohol wipes/bandaids, add a single use triple antibiotic packet. Very thin, lightweight, more protective than a “plaster” alone. Secondly, add a single packet of Pepto Bismol chewable. Nausea is as disruptive as pain. Both items are flat and weigh very little.
Excellent kit; outstanding presentation. This video got my sub.🌀
Sorry for very slow reply! Thanks for the feedback and for the sub.
I always have 2 inch by 2 inch gauze pads in my EDC FAK. They can handle more than a band-aid (plaster). I once cut my hand bad enough to need stitches. A 2x2 gauze pad, gauze roll, and medical tape dealt with the cut until I was able to go to urgent care and get it stitched up. Even just a 2x2 and duct tape is better than just a band-aid.
I like the way you pack your rucksack. It’s a great way to find what you want with ease.
Really refreshing to see a channel considering factors like UK knife law when deciding what to include. Thanks Jon.
thanks for the feedback 👍
@@JonGadget I've noticed that you use a specific phrase with regards to locking blades, illegal to carry "without good reason". It's a phrase you've used in many videos, and I suspect it means something specific to UK residents, while sounding kind of vague to (at least) this American.
What are some of those "good reasons"? What would make it legal for someone to carry a locking blade?
I'm guessing first responders and tradespeople would be covered by the phrase, but I'm wondering who else, or what other situations make for a "good reason". Thanks!
Yeah lads, sucks that you got to have a permit for a butter knife. And a tv license.
@@MichaelAlderete good reason means you have a specific reason other than "just in case" for example you got a new set of knives and are taking them home still packed that is good reason, you are going hunting or hiking and gave a knife in your car alongside your hiking backpack. You are trade person and need it for work. Self defence, just in case etc are not classed as good reason in the UK. You need a specific use case that you can describe exactly
In Italy we have the same law. You need to specify the reason you are carrying a knife, when asked by police officers. And it must be a good reason (Like you use it for work).
Great video and I became an instant fan of the Nightcore. I haven't bought a Nightcore in quite a few years as I had become an Olight fan but after this video, I bought two head lamps! I love the red light feature and how it is activated and the fact that it has several light levels. At night when I'm camping I read before bed using a red light as it doesn't interfere with melatonin production and makes sleeping easier. I do this at home as well. I modified mine using only a single strand of strong elastic cord and I used two tiny tie straps, one on each side to create "holes" on either side to thread the cord through. That way the cord can't slide down and pull out through the wide slot in the middle of the strap mount. Thanks again for your great videos!
Huge thanks for your kindness sharing this pretty awesome video for traveler’s ❤ Have a great day, Jon! 🤩
Why have I never thought of the lighter/glue stick trick? That’s really handy Jon - glue stick on its way to my edc now. Another interesting collection, thank you 👍🏻
Glad to be of use Ian - thanks for the comment
Depending on how you pack your kit or how you expect your luggage to be treated, you might want to put a layer of tape over the foil side of the med packages to prevent accidental opening. Might also be a good idea to include the cut off dosage section of the reference sheet with each pill, especially when you expect to rarely use them.
To go with the glue stick, you could add a piece of 40 grit sanding cloth cut to fit the pouch for scuffing up surfaces the glue might not stick to. If you also take a piece of 1000 grit, you have a way to resharpen your knife or scissors; you can then pack both pieces face to face and they won´t scratch up the other contents as much.
Lastly, and this might be more for hiking or wilderness travel, but I´m adding it anyway: You could add a container to the water purification tablets if you´re carrying them already- a WhirlPak liquid bag would be small enough for the kit if rolled up tightly. Put it all in a scaled Greiner tube, and you have the means to mix up a makeshift cleaning solution from chlorine tablets (essentially Dakine´s solution without an added buffer).
Great food for thought. Thanks for putting this together and providing the links to purchase many of these items.
A well thought out and comprehensive EDC. In addition to the Fresnel lens there are magnifying glass apps for smartphones. They can be used with the flashlight for low light situations and can also take photos for future reference. Thanks for posting.
I really like your EDC kit, most Americans that have EDC video kits are focused on strange apocalyptic/gun/knife/knife/pocket knife/apocalypse things but yours are reasonable
great to hear - thank you
I particularly appreciate the idea of converting a head lamp to more portable use by replacing the strap with shock cord. I would, however, knot the ends of the cords to prevent their sliding out of the cord lock.
Yeah, the shock cord is brilliant:) I have my current lamp on a strap and the size of it drives me nuts :)))
That drum roll and gong was absolutely priceless!! LOL!! 😂
Really well thought out kit, you’ve earned my subscription. Cheers.
Thanks from a UK female - my call sign is Baglady and I've only recently realised my love of gadgicks and camping gear overlaps with EDC! Obviously I carry a purse (Victorinox card FTW) but always looking for new ideas, and I'm happy to see products for UK use 😀
Interesting video, thanks. I carry similar kits, swapping kit in an out depending on the upcoming intended use (such as overseas travel or something to be left in the car). It's good to see you touching on the legalities of carrying a knife/multitool because so many don't.
Hey John. Hope you're well, obv enjoying making the videos As much as the world likes watching ... so ROCK ON. FYI/ suggestion: I've added tiny little glow sticks to all my pouches/ wallets recently - approx 5x40mm each. Got 100 for about a tenner on Amazon for a kids party and realised that they're actually quite handy.
Hi there 😊 interesting re glow sticks - thanks for sharing
Jon , Love the pouch . Best set up in my opinion . Just common sense things that you will use . Hate carrying anything extra , so it has to make sense and this is it . Nice job .
Excellent emergency packs!! You always give me ideas when watching your videos!! Thank you!!
Glad you like them Molly 👍
Thanks a lot for your reviews 🏆 I’m fan of Leatherman (the way I found your channel 👍), Victorinox and also lot of cutting things.
This video of a travel kit is very interesting and let me know about objects I never thought about before, by ex the glue stick, the straps in a cable insulation…
I like the precision of your reviews, comparisons, kit presentations, pleasant to view and to ear (I’m French speaking). Pleasure to watch your channel 😁
What an excellent little kit, great idea. I am so going to make my own little version of this. Great video so helpful thanks.
Jon, VERY well thought through. For those of us who might occasionally go to the UK, it is a good reminder of knife laws. I'm glad our countries are cousins. People who think like you gave us good origins! You and Sir Baden...
Thanks Jonathan. That was indeed of much help !
Brilliant, Jon. Well thought out and organized. You could absolutely sell premade kits.
Thanks for the kind feedback
Nice kit. One thing I keep in mine, especially for traveling around, is a set of safety pins (preferably 1” quilter safety pins which have a bent pin angle), say about 5 or 6. That with a small flat roll of duct tape can save clothing tears and malfunctions.
good stuff - thanks for sharing
The german translation is not clear. I take mostly a stick with my contracts, important telephon numbers and fotos of the family. If I lost my phone.
When I last traveled to England (maybe 4 years ago), I forgot to remove my small knife, with a lock back, off of my keychain. Customs gave me no issues. However, when my brother-in-law decided that we travel to Paris through the Chunnel, they wouldn't let me, citing the same reasons you did (i.e., lock back = real knife that can do real damage). Great video.
Personally, I like carrying universal plugs. No matter the country, you can plug your items in. They're a little thicker, but more useful. I was in Turkey not too long ago and it was a life saver.
Jon - I was pleasantly surprised to find you replied to a couple of my posts. So since I’m alerted that you get chances to read these, I’d like to tell you how much I enjoy your posts and your background story. You’ve kind of brought back my love of gadgets that I’d let dwindle without noticing. And it’s resulted in me getting back into the outdoors - both urban and mountains. Best regards.
Hi Skyler, that is really great to hear and thanks so much for sharing. I really like the combination of trying to pull together the best gear for the different environments. It gets me out more too.
Great video Jon. I'm a new subscriber enjoying a good old binge watch of your channel, and you convinced me to start putting together my first EDC kit. Already got a few items, but I'll certainly be getting a good few of your suggestions too. The small foldable glasses are a must. Thanks Jon. Really enjoying your content so far.
I've been making and giving kits like this away, using altoid canisters for years. I'm going to move away from the tins, though, I love them, personally, and move to these for the ones I gift. Great vid. Very well thought-out. Thanks!
Amazing video, just like the other ones in this series, it's a great way to briefly review a lot of cool products for us.
thank you a always
Well done. I've been using the glue sticks for years for things. Now there is an ever better assortment of them. Another good option along these lines is archery cement, comes in a cardboard sleeve and melts like the glue sticks. Hold really great. Cheers!
Great tip!
love the pouch items. the micor cord is a great idea. helpful video, thank you.
Ha ! Best EDC/travel kit I've ever seen, in over 14yrs of studying it. The glue stick is genius, not encountered that before... I'm definitely adding that.
Nice to hear you mention the knipex/victorinox combo..after much testing, that's what I went with.
Obviously a huge amount of thought went into your kit... I appreciate the explanation...top notch ! 👍
All the best.....
That's really kind - thank you for that feedback. Gluestick is a great hack. I enjoyed fine tuning this kit for the video - took some time to film and edit but worth it when I get comments like yours.
I fastened a 1/4in hex adapter to the end of Knipex side cutter grip, for screw driving bits. The other end of the adapter has a 1/4in rectangular hole, I filed the end of the grip flat to fit diagonally into that hole, then some hammering. Works well, the other grip may disturb in tight places but usually just gives good leverage.
There are drill bits with 1/4in hex ends. Holes could be hand driven to plastic and wood, fairly well to sheet metal too. Felix Immler, that Swiss army knife guy, drilled a 25mm diameter, long hole to a stump with a hex end drill bit and a knife as handle. Such hole worked as a chimney and the fire burned well.
@@mikaluostarinen4858 thanks for the suggestion and information, I imagine the Knipex would allow for plenty of leverage - great suggestion
@@JonGadget Leathermans and Swiss army knives have flat screwdrivers, which could be filed to fit into such adapter diagonally with very little work. Permanent fit wouldn't be necessary but awkward in a Leatherman, just put a cord or wire through the adapter to secure it when not used.
@@mikaluostarinen4858 that would work 👍
Thank you Jon, excellent as always. I like the thought you have put into this. The glue stick was a new one, also the thought of a very lightweight head torch and strap.
thanks as always for the feedback - glad it was useful
Great video, Jon! You nailed it with your pack!
I have a similar pack. Lots of my stuff is more for emergencies, but I highly recommend putting one of those two-sided plastic sporks in there. It has come in handy a few times. It’s also lightweight and inexpensive.
Here is a new fan, I love the respect that you show when presenting everything, the crisp and clear video, the tone of your voice, the kind of content, loved it, cheers from Bogota Colombia, is the kind of review I was looking for trying to get clarity on what gadgets should I get and how to put everything together. great video!
Thanks for the great feedback. Much appreciated 👍
@@JonGadget can’t believe you even took the time to reply!! Thank you Jon!
Thanks I never thought of headlamp functionality for my lights. Both iolight I love. Thanks!
I have the same pack with some essential things like extra medicine and most of the things you mentioned for my personal needs. Extremely handy when you need it!
Perfect!
Hi Jon,a very nice kit.I believe you have all your bases covered.I enjoy each of your videos I find them to be helpful and informative.
thanks for the feedback - good to hear
Unbelievable weight and size considerations and rationality of usefulness. Shock cord can be used in emergency. All of this. I really appreciate this and the specificity!
Thanks for the feedback 👍
Great video, thanks! My multitool tip would be: if you want just get a leatherman wave or wingman and remove the knife. That's what I've done. I don't want the potential hassle. I carry a victorinox sd which is less threatening and works fine for most package or letter opening duties, also cute scissor.
The glue stick is an excellent idea, Thanks. My bag is just a little larger, so I also included a "space" blanket, spork, surgical gloves and an electrolyte powder packet. Great video Cheers
good stuff - yes, always tempted with a bigger pouch...
Excellent, love this, I sort of have this stuff already just not organised in anyway. Great idea to combine in a pouch
Thank you sir. The glue stick actually blew my mind. Brilliant
For people who want a multitool with scissors etc, Leatherman also has free p4, which has pliers, scissors and screwdrivers/knives etc. :) I like that the EDC kit is actually something you can carry every day. Some videos have full on backpacks as EDC and is not what I would carry to work, on top of my work stuff.
"Great to avoid disturbing others" *proceeds to walk through the house in the middle of the night with a menacing read coming outa the eyes area.
I love the fact that you used to the heat shrink music for the zip ties. I don’t know why the voice to text thought I said music but what I meant to say is heat shrink tubing. And I use that stuff for all kinds of things like that you can even put something in the center of it and then heat it up so that anything that goes beyond whatever’s inside will shrink a little bit more and sure you’ll need to use a little bit of scissors or something to get into there but if it’s something that you would only use rarely or in an emergency it’s perfect if you have a knife. Are used to use straws and I still do use sometimes for certain things but I pretty much don’t do that anymore. Are used to put stuff inside straws and melt both ends together. Lots of great ideas in this video. I’m really starting to appreciate your channel a lot
Some really useful suggestions, as ever Jon.. if I could add one of my own……always make sure that YOU are nearby when things go awry ..😊
the victorinox deluxe tinker seems perfect for this kit. the pliers are never gonna compete with the knipex option, but they're part of the tool people quite like them
Thanks! A couple of new ideas in here I haven't seen elsewhere.
Wow. Really good video. I haven't watch an 'edc pouch' video in a while because they simply got repetitive. This one was refreshing.
thanks Jon. i like your real world scenerios and not the end of the world. great info and gear.
Very interesting content. I guess I have been extremely lucky over the past 9 years as I travel 6 months out of the year. Rarely if ever needed any of these tools. Will depart for Nepal trekking the last week of July. I'll have a Sherpa guide which has probably never seen half of the items in your pack! I'm impressed with your content and production quality.
Waow Yea! So much awesome info packed into one video 🙏 thank you so much for all your wisdom ☺️💛✨
Not gonna lie, the gluestick combo opened a whole World of possibilities, definitively subscribing and checking all the vids
Nice video, thank you... about the only thing I would change is instead of using a zip tie to protect the lighter from igniting when packed away, I use a small O ring. Easily is removed and reset when lighting, no need to cut zip tie and replace...
Excellent kit and well thought out. The only things I can think of adding are some compact eating utensils like the Cold4ged Forkanife and Leatherman Removable Bit Driver set for the Rebar/Kick
Thanks Dale - there is weight and bulk to the LM bit kit - for emergency use I'm happy with basic screwdrivers.
Great job, I would throw in some nuts and beef jerky in case you get to your hotel late. Also copy of Passport and credit cards.
Thanks for info. Great gift idea for family members.
I especially like the idea with the glue stick, I'll copy that, thanks!
Great kit, thanks for the content. It's great, one suggestion paper clips. They can be very useful especially the bigger ones and a multi tool to bend shape.
Another solid flashlight setup I’ve been using is a Streamlight Microstream and a hat. The light has a reverse double clip so you can clip it facing outward on the visor of your hat.
It’s probably not as powerful as a headlamp but it is one of the most pocket friendly lights I’ve tried for the power and functionality it offers.
For a pouch like yours though I think a headlamp makes a lot of sense. I hadn’t thought of that!
thats a well thought out kit, I have travelled a lot! and I can apreciate almost all of it, personally id leave out the power bank or the charger, but the imodium, thats in my bag along with pain relief, multi tool, pen, small torch, meds and a snickers. I will watch a few more of your edc vids, I think there will be something worth learning from someone who has clearly though it through a lot.
oh, and I carry a small pack of baby wipes :) i once drank a thimble of water in colombia, no amount of immodium could save me after that
I started packing a few essentials in a travel kit - a 6-way USB cable, micro USB C Cable, mini Fischer Space Pen, 1200 MAh Battery Bank, Spare Headphones, Lighter with a strip of Gaffer Tape, Bandaids, Travel Tissues, Similar Fresnel Lens, Mini Write In The Rain Pad & Twist Ties. I may fly so I won't carry a cutting blade. I was given a box of Antiseptic wipes at a trade show so a few of these go in there as well. I also carry a small amount of cash & coins too. A few flights I had to rely on my headphones & was able to pay for a few late minute purchases. I have charged devices / phones for colleagues with my power bank & charging cable or my own mobile in a pinch.
good stuff! thanks for sharing
Just found this video (I'm just in the midst of making up my own mini EDC pouch) and gave myself a little cheer every time we agreed on a certain item! And was very interested when you came up with alternatives to others! 😊It's nice to have your own choices verified independently. 😄Thanks for a very well produced video and I'll be taking a look at your 'micro' EDC next. 👍
I have a mini tool kit I put together to fulfill a similar need, but the problem is if the kit is in your car in the summer, it can get hot enough to partially melt the glue stick! So wrap it in glossy magazine paper (so it doesn't stick as much. You can also use wax paper, but newspaper is no good) and tape it up so it doesn't gum up the inside of your kit. Just a helpful tip.
Great video, Jon. Really loved the input in with the glue stick. I usually use super glue but your point about the glue stick was informative. Thank you!!!
Hi Jon. One thing I'd recommend for this kit is the inCharge 6-in-1. Great cable, feels very well made. Happy new year and glad to see another kit/pouch vid from yourself.
Hi er...Kermit? Thanks for the feedback - I did look at this but it doesn't have micro USB - however I have purchased one and also a USB-C to Micro adapter so this should cover all bases and more - thanks for the suggestion.
@@JonGadget fantastic! Glad to be of some help, I've found your videos very helpful, and interesting. Cheers!
@@JonGadget Hi Jon, thanks as ever for your excellent videos. FYI the ‘lighting’ cable on the incharge cables doubles as a micro USB - it doesn’t look as if it’ll work but it functions pretty well
@@nicholasalva667 Ah yes, thanks for that - I missed that - appreciate the comment 👍
Jon! Thanks so much for this really “Amazoning” video! LOL
I got all the items you are suggesting with slight changes, for example, I got the beefy pouch and got a Victorinox Swiss Champ for more capabilities. Plus I included the compressed towels and chose a much larger power bank with 40,000 mA. Thanks for the very educational and helpful videos my friend! Keep it up!
I will send you pictures of my kit in case you have en email. Greetings from Mattoon, IL.
First time seeing one of your videos, and subscribed. Got several new ideas, which I appreciate. Well done sir.
Thanks Steven, and thanks also for the sub.
That first design of foldable 3 pin plug is still available, albeit only with a single USB outlet (the one I got from the Design Museum years ago had 2). I use a Gerber Dime for the multitool - really useful and super small. Instead of individual plasters I take a flattened long dressing strip - the best use of which was to hold a walking boot together when the sole failed! And I do carry a couple of superglue sticks, though I accept a glue stick might be better in some cases. Hopefully in an urban environment I would be able to trust the water supply but that might change if I'm abroad!
great feedback - thank you 👍
Great information, Jon, thank you. I’m relatively new to prepping and EDC, but I’ve found your video very useful. Greetings and cheers from ‘cross the Pond in PA, USA.
Thanks for the feedback - glad it was helpful!
48 years old and I've had a really good bug out bag for two decades but I never thought to add a hot glue gun glue stick. Great idea.
Great kit. I have a similar TSA compliant one that sits in my water bottle pocket. I have had the Thin Optics in it since your video last summer. I have not needed them but I feel better with them there. I can't read without them.
Good stuff - I've not needed them either yet but I've been close after losing my glasses for a quite a while in long grass after using binocs - I too would be knackered without them!
Fingernail clipper and a folding scissors have saved the day for me. Good stuff.
👍 thanks
nice to see an european edc youtube channel with such a good presentation.
The many US edc channels all feature handguns and cool knives that are illigal to carry in most of Europe or the rest of the world.
I understand the British knifelaws are hard, but trust me, the Danish knifelaw is even harder when it comes to carry in public. Your victorinox would be illigal to carry in publick in Denmark.
I’ve resorted to having multitools with scissors only and small hook blades that can’t be used for slicing. The good thing is that these items are internationally legal.
I’m currently saving up for a custom, bladeless victorinox from ‘fit to survive’.
Glue stick idea is brilliant - never seen that before!
The bungie string setup on the nitecor lamp was a great idea also.
I’ve subbed and are looking forward to what else you come up with.
Cheers!
Hi, welcome to the channel and thank you for the sub. Really interesting about Danish knife laws, I didn't know that.
Amazing as always! I need to do one of these 🤔
Thanks Dom - yes really enjoyed fine-tuning this one and I am really happy with the finished result.
I am really enjoying all your videos! Love the back ground (quite calming and has a soothing feeling) and the general presenting format! Thank you very much mate. Warm regards, Disabled Prepper.
Thank you for the kind feedback - appreciated 👍