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I have to say your Kit has something I don't need very much in peoples kits, Space. A lot of bushcraft/Hiking/Survival Kits I see people show off they are stuffed to the max. Having a bag that's slightly larger then you need can be extremely invaluable when going out in the woods.
Thanks! I personally don't like to overstuff if I can help it. Plus, for my weekly treks into the jungle, I have to hike in uphill for 40min to get to my bushcraft "camp", enjoy my time and then hike back down. So, I want to keep the weight manageable.
Well done. I like the redundancy in your kit. I always have a change of clothes in case I get wet, which is very possible where I live. Fire starting is another area where I load up. I do like to bring flint and steel because it’s a fun way to get a fire started. Thanks for sharing 😊
I think the kit is great l know some people in the comments have said that you should add this and that but you carry what you need and what suits your environment and the more you add the bigger the backpack you will need,it’s only a small daypack.
Thanks! I believe most have good intentions. But yes, this day pack is designed for the "safe" outdoor activities I engage in, in the environment, and location I am fairly familiar with. It is not intended for 7-day survival expeditions in unknown territory. 😁
bandana Rain pancho or heavy mil trash bag Small shovel Honey (an ultimate survival food) And for fun a sling shot. Believe me taking a sling shot is super fun and has some utility for small shame hunting if you can get good.
Thanks for the suggestions! I have the bandana and poncho in the kit. Small shovel - I have the Glock ET which is great but not something I EDC unless it is a camping trip. Honey in straws will be a great resource! Sling shots are illegal here, unless a stealth DIY kind maybe.
Very well thought out set up. Only thing i would mention but not critical is too many knives.The Parang does everything that the sheath knife does and more. The Swiss camper can do the very fine work. …Very cool.
@user-on7vr4cs7l Thanks! I have been working on making the loadout lighter in the past half a year. Less tools and reducing redundancy. Will probably do a new video at the end of the year. Thanks!
Thank you for sharing. I don't live near a jungle environment, but every item you carry is helpful in the boreal forests near me. Please, how can I buy one of those 750ml clear rectangular water bottles?
Very nice setup. Have you seen the condor terrachete? It's a design you might find very interesting. In America its very affordable im not sure what it would cost in your country. I just brought it up because your using Tops. I to was raised using the old canteen. I probably carried it more in boyscouts then the military. Lol. Only problem with GI canteen is it picked up weird tastes. I carry a water bladder mostly or a 64oz. bottle. The big mouth makes it easier to clean.
I have seen it but it is not readily available here. Personally, I am not a fan of the plastic/ rubber over molded handles for machetes, and the steel is 1075, as compared to the 1095 for the Yacare. Thanks for the comment!
@@urbanknifeguy I have one it's got a amazing handle. Reminds me of a Filipino bolo. As far as the steel 1075 has better toughness. The edge holding is supposed to be less then 1095 but in reality it's not noticeable. 1095 can be good but when heat treated for edge holding it becomes brittle. Anyway I'm really enjoying the terrachete. I wanna put a sling on it like your setup. I really like the belt. I might have to go back to that now equipment has gotten better. In the military the LBE was not very comfortable.
@richardhenry1969 thanks for your reply! In an upcoming video, I have filmed an "unscientifc" edge retention test between the Condor 1075 and Tops 1095 as well as other steels and brands. In my test and experience, the Tops 1095 holds up much better and longer than the Condor 1075. But not saying the Condor 1075 is not good.
One thing I'd suggest is getting a Casio dual or triple sensor watch with a compass on it. Always good to have backup. Dual sensor watches are pretty cheap on Amazon, at least in the US, they're around $40 to $45. If going into the wild, I'd probably have two watches on: digital triple sensor Casio and an analog (which can also be used as backup direction finding using the sun). Seems like overkill to some but I say that it's not much weight to carry another asset. Why not? 😉
Do you have a picture/video of how exactly you carry the knife on the sling? Somewhere you mention it's almost like a dangler, but I'm having trouble visualizing that.
Best Kit I have seen for long time . Only would change some few things In stead of purification tablets I would use iodine drops for more and easier uses and I dont like machetes with curved blades .A longer saw may be and I would add some toilet paper. But thats only a matter of personal taste
I don't hunt and there is nothing much to hunt in this specific area I spend my time in. And hunting in general is illegal. But if you were to go further out to the unpopulated areas, there would be wild boars, squirrels and pheasants. Snakes too if you are into that.
@@urbanknifeguy in a survival situation or life learning to track and hunt is key to survivability It goes a lot long way especially with other people you might have to provide for . Pine nuts and bark and plants are no where near enough to sustain this is why i laughs at so many body builders types that think there body will take the abuse lol
@@urbanknifeguy I have pretty basic US military shorty machete that is functionally identical that I got for 11 bucks. I will admit that that one looks cooler. Not going to lie…. That is way overpriced
@user-eo7ny7vl2i Brand new gear that I use every week? A bit of context and background info can be read here th-cam.com/users/postUgkxOj3eYzvy0X4z6u2Si8BtJcVLmrk1MIIw?si=QQZ19SLwQJDYTEIS
@@urbanknifeguy I don’t need to read any context, the 2 blades you show in this video have no sign of being used. I use machetes all the time and I can guarantee the paint on them gets marks on it as soon as you cut through anything.. Plus all the webbing shows no sign of being worn. Stop bullshitting people who want to learn real survival skills.
@@urbanknifeguy I did read your context which really didn’t help you much. You’re so used to having an APC to carry your gear for you that you forgot how to wear it.. I’m a former British Soldier and I actually carried my kit so I know what it looks like new and used.. I’ve actually still got the Golok I used when serving and it’s worn down a lot compared to a new one..
Carrying tinder in the woods. Is great for sidewalk people. A woodsman can always find tinder in the woods. Whether it's in a rainstorm or the middle of the winter. Hell i bet i can find dry tinder. After a tsunami if i survive the water. I'm positive I'd still find tinder to use afterwards. But i don't know anything. I don't have a youtube channel, and I'm not pimping product for a percentage. Im just a fifty year old man. Who has spent the last forty years tramping around the woods. The one thing I've always managed to do, is build a fire. Without fail since I was ten or eleven years old. I've been able to source and harvest the materials necessary to get a fire going.
We are about the same age. And I agree with everything you said and kudos with your confidence and ability with your fire making abilities. Knowledge before gear is a tenant close to my heart but it does not supercede being prepared. Everyone also has different goals and priorities when going outdoods, so no way is the way too. Thanks for your comment!
I have been to Indonesia several times but unfortunately not had a chance to go into the jungles. Closest was a hike through a small forrested area in Bali.
@@urbanknifeguy Bali is good, especially Mount Agung, but what is more challenging is the mountain on the island of Sumatra, Mount Kerinci. I have been to Mount Kerinci several times, most recently in 2009, but I'm almost 50 years old, so now I can only tracking, not hiking thou 😊
th-cam.com/video/zFJTXsoq2zE/w-d-xo.htmlsi=McKGkZEBH-h194Z2 This is an older video of mine i have full redone the contents i did this video for the pack I will show my full set up soon
@warlantactical I agree with your point on gear maintenance. I am meticulous that way every time I come back from the field. And also change pouches on the belt that have started to rip or whose zipper seems to be not working well. I have seen many people's gear that are well worn and seem to be falling apart. But, I'm not a fan of that.
"If you say so" is not a good reply from a reviewer. Entertain all comments & feedback coz you have no idea who is that viewer especially to a subscriber.@@urbanknifeguy
Ad a utility blade knife to you kit like a Milwaukee utility/bit driver and 50 blade pack you will thank me later on saving you from maintaining your main knife
@user-xn9jb1kl8f No, I am not in SG for my jungle trips. I am in MY. Even if you are in SG and in the jungle, you can open carry a knife. It is only illegal to carry a knife without a valid reason. If you are in the jungle, it is perfectly legal. But if you are in the mrt or bus traveling to the jungle, then keep it in your bag until you reach the jungle. Same law in MY too. Watch this video on what is legal and illegal in SG th-cam.com/video/wifFv_Zq1UQ/w-d-xo.html
No dry bags No meds No extra socks No rain gear No base layers Water filter should be in mesh bags to dry No signal device or evacuation plan aka map case with map filled out No fishing kit Or harvesting supplies No multivitamins No pep tabs Sir your kit is missing a lot for sub stain ability But this is how we learn to be better we talk with each other and get feedback back There is always room for improvements on gear and our selfs Even though my kits are extremely dialed in am sure i am missing something and always adding knowledge skills to my preps
There are meds and rain gear. Base layer is not needed in this climate. Honestly, never used dry bags here, even when in the army. Extra socks to be honest... although they were part of the full pack. Mesh bag for the filter makes sense. Thanks for your comment.
@@urbanknifeguy you’re welcome Dry bags because its a survival bag and you never know when Base layers because its a survival bag and you never know My kits are definitely different then other i have lived and survived many natural disasters Mesh bag is key never keep your filter in the water proof case because of mold and need to dry so it Dosnt freeze
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I have to say your Kit has something I don't need very much in peoples kits, Space. A lot of bushcraft/Hiking/Survival Kits I see people show off they are stuffed to the max. Having a bag that's slightly larger then you need can be extremely invaluable when going out in the woods.
Thanks! I personally don't like to overstuff if I can help it. Plus, for my weekly treks into the jungle, I have to hike in uphill for 40min to get to my bushcraft "camp", enjoy my time and then hike back down. So, I want to keep the weight manageable.
Yes you never know what you might want to pack out with you.
Well done. I like the redundancy in your kit. I always have a change of clothes in case I get wet, which is very possible where I live. Fire starting is another area where I load up. I do like to bring flint and steel because it’s a fun way to get a fire started.
Thanks for sharing 😊
Thanks! I have yet to get into flint and steel! 😁
@@urbanknifeguy I started about four years ago and taught my wife and kids how to do it, no pressure 😆
@Olyphoto7 If your wife and kids can do it, there is a 40% chance I can too 🤣
I think the kit is great l know some people in the comments have said that you should add this and that but you carry what you need and what suits your environment and the more you add the bigger the backpack you will need,it’s only a small daypack.
Thanks! I believe most have good intentions. But yes, this day pack is designed for the "safe" outdoor activities I engage in, in the environment, and location I am fairly familiar with. It is not intended for 7-day survival expeditions in unknown territory. 😁
bandana
Rain pancho or heavy mil trash bag
Small shovel
Honey (an ultimate survival food)
And for fun a sling shot. Believe me taking a sling shot is super fun and has some utility for small shame hunting if you can get good.
Thanks for the suggestions! I have the bandana and poncho in the kit. Small shovel - I have the Glock ET which is great but not something I EDC unless it is a camping trip. Honey in straws will be a great resource! Sling shots are illegal here, unless a stealth DIY kind maybe.
Very well thought out set up. Only thing i would mention but not critical is too many knives.The Parang does everything that the sheath knife does and more. The Swiss camper can do the very fine work. …Very cool.
@user-on7vr4cs7l Thanks! I have been working on making the loadout lighter in the past half a year. Less tools and reducing redundancy. Will probably do a new video at the end of the year. Thanks!
That’s a great set up - great kit and organisation man 👍
Thanks a lot!
Why do you think its a great kit ?
@@warlantactical is good quality gear and well thought out and organised
Your kit looks brand new like it been sitting in the closet, clean not worn out
Thanks. I always get a chuckle and complimented by that.
Imagine taking care of your gear, what a novel idea 🤷♀️
@@bowdog2011 he takes care of his kit obviously
Thank you for sharing. I don't live near a jungle environment, but every item you carry is helpful in the boreal forests near me. Please, how can I buy one of those 750ml clear rectangular water bottles?
Glad it was helpful! Here is a link amzn.to/49WwGlz
@@mikerandle5713 I never saw one of those before either.
Nice little set up! Very mobile. Glad do you occasionally carry a tarp.
Thank you for watching and the comment!
Very nice setup. Have you seen the condor terrachete? It's a design you might find very interesting. In America its very affordable im not sure what it would cost in your country. I just brought it up because your using Tops.
I to was raised using the old canteen. I probably carried it more in boyscouts then the military. Lol. Only problem with GI canteen is it picked up weird tastes. I carry a water bladder mostly or a 64oz. bottle. The big mouth makes it easier to clean.
I have seen it but it is not readily available here. Personally, I am not a fan of the plastic/ rubber over molded handles for machetes, and the steel is 1075, as compared to the 1095 for the Yacare. Thanks for the comment!
@@urbanknifeguy I have one it's got a amazing handle. Reminds me of a Filipino bolo. As far as the steel 1075 has better toughness. The edge holding is supposed to be less then 1095 but in reality it's not noticeable. 1095 can be good but when heat treated for edge holding it becomes brittle.
Anyway I'm really enjoying the terrachete. I wanna put a sling on it like your setup.
I really like the belt. I might have to go back to that now equipment has gotten better. In the military the LBE was not very comfortable.
@richardhenry1969 thanks for your reply! In an upcoming video, I have filmed an "unscientifc" edge retention test between the Condor 1075 and Tops 1095 as well as other steels and brands. In my test and experience, the Tops 1095 holds up much better and longer than the Condor 1075. But not saying the Condor 1075 is not good.
@@richardhenry1969 +1
One thing I'd suggest is getting a Casio dual or triple sensor watch with a compass on it. Always good to have backup. Dual sensor watches are pretty cheap on Amazon, at least in the US, they're around $40 to $45. If going into the wild, I'd probably have two watches on: digital triple sensor Casio and an analog (which can also be used as backup direction finding using the sun). Seems like overkill to some but I say that it's not much weight to carry another asset. Why not? 😉
Yes good suggestion! I've actually been wanting a Gshock with those features for some time. But have not pulled the trigger.
awsome vid , keep up the good work!
Thanks so much!
Excellent set up 👍🏽
Thanks for watching!
Excellent kit.
Thank you!
Awesome gear
Thank you!
Do you have a picture/video of how exactly you carry the knife on the sling? Somewhere you mention it's almost like a dangler, but I'm having trouble visualizing that.
Hi, I do not but I will do a video in the near future to show the various ways I carry using the ing and Grimlock D Ring on my belt I tandem.
@@urbanknifeguy awesome. Great channel btw!
@@simonbelak thank you!
Awesome Video 📹 👏
Thanks for watching!
Hi man.. i saw your patch #sakturday.. whare u got that patch..😊
I got it from here. But unfortunately it is sold out. thomastools.com.my/products/tt-sakturday-edc-patch-limited-production
@@urbanknifeguyare u malaysian?
@@carjuiceoutdoorcarjuice6290 Singaporean living in Singapore and Malaysia
Best Kit I have seen for long time . Only would change some few things
In stead of purification tablets I would use iodine drops for more and easier uses
and I dont like machetes with curved blades .A longer saw may be and I would add
some toilet paper. But thats only a matter of personal taste
Thanks for your input!
What are some local game meats that you could harvest?
I don't hunt and there is nothing much to hunt in this specific area I spend my time in. And hunting in general is illegal. But if you were to go further out to the unpopulated areas, there would be wild boars, squirrels and pheasants. Snakes too if you are into that.
@@urbanknifeguy oh okay that’s nice 👍
@@urbanknifeguy in a survival situation or life learning to track and hunt is key to survivability
It goes a lot long way especially with other people you might have to provide for .
Pine nuts and bark and plants are no where near enough to sustain this is why i laughs at so many body builders types that think there body will take the abuse lol
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@@ClaudeBohls Welcome to the channel!
@@urbanknifeguy I just looked on your site for that Parang.. holy shiiiiit that is ridiculously expensive! I was thinking about buying one. Hold me…
@@ClaudeBohls Yes. The Tops Yacare is expensive. I am currently rotating between the Yacare and this parang th-cam.com/video/_frGQImZsUw/w-d-xo.html
@@urbanknifeguy I have pretty basic US military shorty machete that is functionally identical that I got for 11 bucks. I will admit that that one looks cooler. Not going to lie…. That is way overpriced
@@ClaudeBohls it is Tops! An argument can be said that all their knives are overpriced 🤣
Good set up.
It’s a shame you’ve never used any of it..
It’s all brand new gear????????
@user-eo7ny7vl2i Brand new gear that I use every week? A bit of context and background info can be read here th-cam.com/users/postUgkxOj3eYzvy0X4z6u2Si8BtJcVLmrk1MIIw?si=QQZ19SLwQJDYTEIS
@@urbanknifeguy I don’t need to read any context, the 2 blades you show in this video have no sign of being used.
I use machetes all the time and I can guarantee the paint on them gets marks on it as soon as you cut through anything..
Plus all the webbing shows no sign of being worn.
Stop bullshitting people who want to learn real survival skills.
@@Brett-z8t Good for you!
@@urbanknifeguy I did read your context which really didn’t help you much.
You’re so used to having an APC to carry your gear for you that you forgot how to wear it..
I’m a former British Soldier and I actually carried my kit so I know what it looks like new and used..
I’ve actually still got the Golok I used when serving and it’s worn down a lot compared to a new one..
@@Brett-z8t As I said, good for you. Thanks for commenting.
Why don't you carry a Lifestraw?
No particular reason as I already have the Sawyer. Would you recommend it over the Sawyer?
@@urbanknifeguy never heard of it but I will look into it. What are your views on budget/alternative multi tools like Roxon and Nextool?
Carrying tinder in the woods. Is great for sidewalk people. A woodsman can always find tinder in the woods. Whether it's in a rainstorm or the middle of the winter. Hell i bet i can find dry tinder. After a tsunami if i survive the water. I'm positive I'd still find tinder to use afterwards.
But i don't know anything. I don't have a youtube channel, and I'm not pimping product for a percentage. Im just a fifty year old man. Who has spent the last forty years tramping around the woods. The one thing I've always managed to do, is build a fire. Without fail since I was ten or eleven years old. I've been able to source and harvest the materials necessary to get a fire going.
We are about the same age. And I agree with everything you said and kudos with your confidence and ability with your fire making abilities. Knowledge before gear is a tenant close to my heart but it does not supercede being prepared. Everyone also has different goals and priorities when going outdoods, so no way is the way too. Thanks for your comment!
Have you been to Indonesian jungles, maybe Sumatra, kalimantan or java?
I have been to Indonesia several times but unfortunately not had a chance to go into the jungles. Closest was a hike through a small forrested area in Bali.
@@urbanknifeguy Bali is good, especially Mount Agung, but what is more challenging is the mountain on the island of Sumatra, Mount Kerinci. I have been to Mount Kerinci several times, most recently in 2009, but I'm almost 50 years old, so now I can only tracking, not hiking thou 😊
@@luthfisidik001 That's nice! I look forward to the chance in the near future!
By the way your gear awesome brother 😊
@luthfisidik001 thank you my Southeast Asian neighbour!
Man, I think I dreamt of you. Nightmare out now.
That's terrifying. Imagine my wife, she dreamt of me and when she woke up, there I was next to her. Living nightmare!
@@urbanknifeguy All this staff on you? I will be scared too...
@@mumalathin luckily I don't sleep with this stuff... 🤣
th-cam.com/video/zFJTXsoq2zE/w-d-xo.htmlsi=McKGkZEBH-h194Z2
This is an older video of mine i have full redone the contents i did this video for the pack
I will show my full set up soon
Kits looks unused mate.
If you say so...
There is difference between unused and gear maintenance! Unfi6798 would you agree if not then you should clean your gear
@warlantactical I agree with your point on gear maintenance. I am meticulous that way every time I come back from the field. And also change pouches on the belt that have started to rip or whose zipper seems to be not working well. I have seen many people's gear that are well worn and seem to be falling apart. But, I'm not a fan of that.
Agreed mate. Your reply is adequate & appreciated. There is differences between Reviewers & Users. Cheers mate from Australia.@@warlantactical
"If you say so" is not a good reply from a reviewer. Entertain all comments & feedback coz you have no idea who is that viewer especially to a subscriber.@@urbanknifeguy
Ad a utility blade knife to you kit like a Milwaukee utility/bit driver and 50 blade pack you will thank me later on saving you from maintaining your main knife
Definitely switch out the pack system to Tasmanian tiger tactical personal survival pack there is no better system out there
Will look into it. Thanks!
@@urbanknifeguy your welcome
The pack is amazing
you seriously carry your knife outside ah?
Is there an issue? Nothing wrong with that. 🤔
are you in Singapore sir? if yes .. thought we can't bring knife outside? .. it's consider a weapon.
@user-xn9jb1kl8f No, I am not in SG for my jungle trips. I am in MY. Even if you are in SG and in the jungle, you can open carry a knife. It is only illegal to carry a knife without a valid reason. If you are in the jungle, it is perfectly legal. But if you are in the mrt or bus traveling to the jungle, then keep it in your bag until you reach the jungle. Same law in MY too.
Watch this video on what is legal and illegal in SG th-cam.com/video/wifFv_Zq1UQ/w-d-xo.html
o .. thanks for the info .. :)
@@DontTouchMe-t9h 👌👍
No dry bags
No meds
No extra socks
No rain gear
No base layers
Water filter should be in mesh bags to dry
No signal device or evacuation plan aka map case with map filled out
No fishing kit
Or harvesting supplies
No multivitamins
No pep tabs
Sir your kit is missing a lot for sub stain ability
But this is how we learn to be better we talk with each other and get feedback back
There is always room for improvements on gear and our selfs
Even though my kits are extremely dialed in am sure i am missing something and always adding knowledge skills to my preps
There are meds and rain gear. Base layer is not needed in this climate. Honestly, never used dry bags here, even when in the army. Extra socks to be honest... although they were part of the full pack. Mesh bag for the filter makes sense. Thanks for your comment.
@@urbanknifeguy you’re welcome
Dry bags because its a survival bag and you never know when
Base layers because its a survival bag and you never know
My kits are definitely different then other i have lived and survived many natural disasters
Mesh bag is key never keep your filter in the water proof case because of mold and need to dry so it Dosnt freeze
@@urbanknifeguy base layers example haley hanson could save you in a hypothermia situation if you cant make a fire do to extremities not working
@@urbanknifeguy i have been in all claimants with my gear
@@urbanknifeguy for water filtration survival
MSR filters are the best for longevity in survival
city boy buying stuff to show off,,, wonder if ever really been camping,, let alone practising survival
People should really at least read a channel's about page or something before commenting. But ignorance is bliss I guess.