I need to do an update video. I now have a fixed blade in the truck (separate from this kit, but in the truck nonetheless). I generally always have a Leatherman multi-tool on me (goes in my sling bag). However, i'm considering getting rid of the multi-tool from my sling bag and replacing with a flipper knife and separate plier.
I keep a surplus wool blanket in the truck. could lay on it for working on repairs, use to to protect something that needs to get moved, or if you were really cold use it as a blanket.
Good idea. I've randomly had a moving blanket in my truck for the last year or so (I never took it out after I moved into this house). Wool is definitely a good idea for winter preparedness though.
We use heavy canvas duffle bags, their soft so they flex. Very, very movable and easily so, either shoulder strap or heavy duty handles, not to mention if you need to get the bag out of the vehicle and into the bush or on the water, etc., much easier to carry than a box. If you use the shoulder strap you also have your hands free for other stuff. Depending upon bag load out, the heavy bags we just cross carry and put the strap on opposite shoulder of bag. Lessens the load and still keeps your hands free for other purposes. Did same thing went through all kinds of boxes trying to figure out the right one, but it was a good old fashion heavy duty canvas duffle bag that fixed every issue I had with boxes. Just a suggestion.
Appreciate the idea! I'm going to consider some smaller bags for different load outs (eg; in the winter it'd be nice to have a dedicated duffel w/ hand warmers, beanie, sweatshirt, gloves, etc.)
@@HeyDerFolks Most welcome, for truck gear load out I did the same as you. I went through box after different variations of boxes and it never quite worked. Then my Dad suggested these heavy canvas duffle bags with both handle and a padded shoulder strap. The have 2 separate compartments on each end and a large center compartment. Truck load out was solved. Still have the boxes but for different applications. Good channel and subject matter btw, and Go Bills, I had a chance to drink with Jim Kelly years (25) ago in a hotel bar in Meridian, MS when he and a couple of his bros were there hunting turkeys one spring.
@@Intel626 We use Canvas Cutter Burro Duffalo bags, heavy duty, extremely well made and water proof with water proof zippers. They ain't cheap, but they are outstanding quality.
Good idea about the ratchet straps in a bag. I have never thought of that. I actually have always kept mine rolled up with rubber bands around them but then I loose the rubber bands while using the straps. Thanks!
i am definitively a headlamp guy for hands free work instead of trying to use your phone. got a great 2 pack for 10 bucks on amazon but ive got them as cheap as $2.50 from harbor freight. 1/2 inch impact cordless.....or even a 3/8 are so good now cardboard or something to lay on just have a tool bag. 5 bucks, throw what you need in it. easy to carry.
You should keep a hitch on the back of your truck. If someone rear ends you, it’ll help protect your truck. As a law enforcement officer I investigated hundreds of motor vehicle accidents and in cases of low speed rear collisions the truck fairs a lot better that the vehicle that hit them. Just a tip.
I used to do that as well, saved me once in my younger years. I stopped doing it though the day I cracked my shin on one walking through a parking lot while talking to a friend. That left a mark.
Absolutely true. I was parked at a stoplight when the driver behind me inadvertently took off before the light changed and ran into my trailer hitch. A bit of damage to his bumper but none visible on my truck. No harm no foul. We parted ways just fine.
If you run a hitch and want to protect your shins, it's easy to attach some black, closed cell foam to the edges to protect your shins. Even heavy duty adhesive weather stripping could work. Or closed cell foam and gorilla tape. Or a few pieces of horse stall mat.
Been using this exact tote, with similar gear. Highly recommend just committing to having a kit for every vehicle so you don’t have to move one around.
Right on! I have a smaller kit in my wifes vehicle, perhaps i'll do a separate video on that one at some point. In that I keep a Carhartt tool roll, battery jumper, and extra washer fluid
On the ratchet straps instead of bagging each one, just use a large rubber band like the kinds you use on a set of building plans. No need for all those bags and the rubber bands last years. That way you don't have to dig each out of bag, and rebag, etc.
I got rid of ratchet straps altogether and have never looked back. Rope is so much more usable and adaptable. Additionally, I permanately connected 2'lengths of 1/4" chain to my bed anchors with large rings on the ends. And then use rope or the heavy duty rubber straps to connect the chains over a load. This has proven to be a huge convience.
I live in central/upstate NY (Oswego County) and due to those nasty Lake Effect snow storms we get every winter, the kit I carry in my truck (a 2015 Chevy Silverado)is more geared towards keeping warm if we get stuck or stranded on Rt 481 north of Syracuse, which is a common occurance for people here. I use a 30 gallon plastic tote kept in the bed for most of my stuff, but under the back seat, i carry 4 wool blankets and 2 old quilted comforters in vac-pack bags (to keep them clean and dry). I am trying to condense the size of my kit, removing items i know i will hopefully never need, but trying to decidr which items they are is a task that has caused many headChes.
I plan to step my game up a bit this winter re: blankets and such. Right now I have a moving blanket in there which is better than nothing, but won't keep us as warm as wool. I also want to look into a vaccum sealer for space savings.
Loving the channel! Subbed a few weeks ago! You and I have a lot of the same mentality when it comes to tools and gear. I’m going to binge watch more videos for sure!
Appreciate the comment! In between houses at the moment but I’ll be in the new house / shop hopefully by the end of the month, and the videos will resume!
I feel ya there. Especially on asphalt. My solution was to use one of the several rolled up tarps that I keep handy as a knee pad if necessary. I took a few of the smaller sizes of tarp and wrapped each one in cord and then trash bagged the lot of them. The idea being that they can be used to lay on or as rain tarp/ poncho/windbreaker/ blanket/ kneepad in a pinch.
@@HeyDerFolks Tactical Rubber Bands Size #33 (3 1/2'' x 1/8''), Skog Bands: Heavy Duty Rubber Bands made from EPDM Rubber - 5col Survival Supply (Big Mix) are the two different types I’ve bought and use. A couple others I threw away.
Those husky bins are the worse I’ve ever used. I had 2 of them and they literally crumbled in less than a year with hardly anything in them sitting in my garage. I went to pick them up and they broke in my hand. Split into pieces.
Damn, sorry to hear that. The one in this video is still going strong after ~2 years. When it bites the dust I’ll either switch to packout or maybe consider some soft bags instead
if the jump pack is dead youre gonna have to get another car to jump you anyways so i am a HUGE fan of these packs. i like jumpncarry, noco boost, and gooloo. they have done well for me over the last 8 years i have been buying their products. jump n carry 660 is my most used and favorite noco boost gb150 is a MONSTER and i powered a 2002 bmw 540i out of my yard and onto a tow truck with a dead battery and that alone gooloo gp4000 jump my 02 5.3l v8 suburban multiple times
Great kit! I would personally add a multi tool and a large fixed blade knife.
I need to do an update video. I now have a fixed blade in the truck (separate from this kit, but in the truck nonetheless). I generally always have a Leatherman multi-tool on me (goes in my sling bag). However, i'm considering getting rid of the multi-tool from my sling bag and replacing with a flipper knife and separate plier.
Need to add:
-old towel
-plastic sheet 5x7 (lay on for car repair,etc)
-high viz vest
-fire extinguisher
Good suggestions!
I thought keeping tie downs separate was just common sense... shout out to your grandpa!
Ha. Maybe I’m just slow, but generally when I stumble upon other peoples straps they’re a jumbled mess. Shout out to Grandpas everywhere!
I keep a surplus wool blanket in the truck. could lay on it for working on repairs, use to to protect something that needs to get moved, or if you were really cold use it as a blanket.
Good idea. I've randomly had a moving blanket in my truck for the last year or so (I never took it out after I moved into this house). Wool is definitely a good idea for winter preparedness though.
We use heavy canvas duffle bags, their soft so they flex. Very, very movable and easily so, either shoulder strap or heavy duty handles, not to mention if you need to get the bag out of the vehicle and into the bush or on the water, etc., much easier to carry than a box. If you use the shoulder strap you also have your hands free for other stuff. Depending upon bag load out, the heavy bags we just cross carry and put the strap on opposite shoulder of bag. Lessens the load and still keeps your hands free for other purposes. Did same thing went through all kinds of boxes trying to figure out the right one, but it was a good old fashion heavy duty canvas duffle bag that fixed every issue I had with boxes. Just a suggestion.
Appreciate the idea! I'm going to consider some smaller bags for different load outs (eg; in the winter it'd be nice to have a dedicated duffel w/ hand warmers, beanie, sweatshirt, gloves, etc.)
@@HeyDerFolks Most welcome, for truck gear load out I did the same as you. I went through box after different variations of boxes and it never quite worked. Then my Dad suggested these heavy canvas duffle bags with both handle and a padded shoulder strap. The have 2 separate compartments on each end and a large center compartment. Truck load out was solved. Still have the boxes but for different applications.
Good channel and subject matter btw, and Go Bills, I had a chance to drink with Jim Kelly years (25) ago in a hotel bar in Meridian, MS when he and a couple of his bros were there hunting turkeys one spring.
Can you recommend some bags?
@@Intel626 We use Canvas Cutter Burro Duffalo bags, heavy duty, extremely well made and water proof with water proof zippers. They ain't cheap, but they are outstanding quality.
Great video, and yes, as a Tonawanda resident - go Bills!
Go Bills 😎
Tonawanda!!! 👍🏼
Rubber bands on your tie down straps are awsome
Good idea about the ratchet straps in a bag. I have never thought of that. I actually have always kept mine rolled up with rubber bands around them but then I loose the rubber bands while using the straps. Thanks!
Glad I could help!
i am definitively a headlamp guy for hands free work instead of trying to use your phone. got a great 2 pack for 10 bucks on amazon but ive got them as cheap as $2.50 from harbor freight.
1/2 inch impact cordless.....or even a 3/8 are so good now
cardboard or something to lay on
just have a tool bag. 5 bucks, throw what you need in it. easy to carry.
All good advice! Whatever works, the key is putting some thought into it ahead of time,e
You should keep a hitch on the back of your truck. If someone rear ends you, it’ll help protect your truck. As a law enforcement officer I investigated hundreds of motor vehicle accidents and in cases of low speed rear collisions the truck fairs a lot better that the vehicle that hit them. Just a tip.
Appreciate the tip, that makes a lot of sense and is something I had not considered. 👍
I used to do that as well, saved me once in my younger years. I stopped doing it though the day I cracked my shin on one walking through a parking lot while talking to a friend. That left a mark.
@@haroldcoker3390 me too but it protects my truck.
Negative you will take more of a chance of bending the frame rails better off letting then hit the bumper
Absolutely true. I was parked at a stoplight when the driver behind me inadvertently took off before the light changed and ran into my trailer hitch. A bit of damage to his bumper but none visible on my truck. No harm no foul. We parted ways just fine.
If you run a hitch and want to protect your shins, it's easy to attach some black, closed cell foam to the edges to protect your shins. Even heavy duty adhesive weather stripping could work. Or closed cell foam and gorilla tape. Or a few pieces of horse stall mat.
Been using this exact tote, with similar gear. Highly recommend just committing to having a kit for every vehicle so you don’t have to move one around.
Right on! I have a smaller kit in my wifes vehicle, perhaps i'll do a separate video on that one at some point. In that I keep a Carhartt tool roll, battery jumper, and extra washer fluid
Having a small air compressor is a must for my truck. Just in case.
I now keep my M12 inflator in there and the M18 in my garage
A lot of military surplus stores carry those red med bags that you’re looking for
We used to have a great surplus store locally, unfortunately it closed a few years ago. I will keep an eye out!
Try Blue Ridge Overland Gear for your medical bag you're looking for.
On the ratchet straps instead of bagging each one, just use a large rubber band like the kinds you use on a set of building plans. No need for all those bags and the rubber bands last years. That way you don't have to dig each out of bag, and rebag, etc.
I got rid of ratchet straps altogether and have never looked back. Rope is so much more usable and adaptable. Additionally, I permanately connected 2'lengths of 1/4" chain to my bed anchors with large rings on the ends. And then use rope or the heavy duty rubber straps to connect the chains over a load. This has proven to be a huge convience.
I live in central/upstate NY (Oswego County) and due to those nasty Lake Effect snow storms we get every winter, the kit I carry in my truck (a 2015 Chevy Silverado)is more geared towards keeping warm if we get stuck or stranded on Rt 481 north of Syracuse, which is a common occurance for people here. I use a 30 gallon plastic tote kept in the bed for most of my stuff, but under the back seat, i carry 4 wool blankets and 2 old quilted comforters in vac-pack bags (to keep them clean and dry). I am trying to condense the size of my kit, removing items i know i will hopefully never need, but trying to decidr which items they are is a task that has caused many headChes.
I plan to step my game up a bit this winter re: blankets and such. Right now I have a moving blanket in there which is better than nothing, but won't keep us as warm as wool. I also want to look into a vaccum sealer for space savings.
Loving the channel! Subbed a few weeks ago! You and I have a lot of the same mentality when it comes to tools and gear. I’m going to binge watch more videos for sure!
Appreciate the comment! In between houses at the moment but I’ll be in the new house / shop hopefully by the end of the month, and the videos will resume!
Go Bills! As an upstate NY’er, I need to really think about having something like this in my truck, especially wintertime stuff
Go Bills!
Nice load out!
Thanks!
Should put foot an hand warmers in it for winter an some teepee lol
Funnily enough I was at Dicks the other day and saw a pack of handwarmers at checkout and bought them for the kit. Good call 👍
You earned a sub due to the "go Bills" alone.
Hell yeah, Go Bills!
Check out Sidiocrates. They are a bit shorter than that box. I use them under the bed in my van.
Those look pretty nice, and made in USA. Will check them out!
I have a bad knee and never thought of a portable knee pad. Adding that to my cart for sure! Thanks for the tip :)
Anytime, enjoy! Use mine quite a bit
I feel ya there. Especially on asphalt.
My solution was to use one of the several rolled up tarps that I keep handy as a knee pad if necessary.
I took a few of the smaller sizes of tarp and wrapped each one in cord and then trash bagged the lot of them. The idea being that they can be used to lay on or as rain tarp/ poncho/windbreaker/ blanket/ kneepad in a pinch.
You had a like with the content and then a subscribe when you said, “Go Bills!”
Hell yeah. Go Bills
I use ranger bans for my cargo/ratchet straps.
Hmm, I searched for ranger bands on Amazon and everything looks really small. Is that what you’re referring to?
@@HeyDerFolks Tactical Rubber Bands Size #33 (3 1/2'' x 1/8''), Skog Bands: Heavy Duty Rubber Bands made from EPDM Rubber - 5col Survival Supply (Big Mix) are the two different types I’ve bought and use. A couple others I threw away.
nice set up
Thanks!
Thanks for the video
Really nice
Thank you!
I got two red ifac. Bags from Amazon for like 20 bucks
Nice! I’ll have to check them out.
@@HeyDerFolksprimary arms has a lot of good fak bags and edc type bags
Actually, it's not a bad idea with the ratchet straps!
Every time I reach for a ratchet strap I smile knowing they’re not a jumbled mess. Thanks for your kind comment, Tyler.
Those husky bins are the worse I’ve ever used. I had 2 of them and they literally crumbled in less than a year with hardly anything in them sitting in my garage. I went to pick them up and they broke in my hand. Split into pieces.
Damn, sorry to hear that. The one in this video is still going strong after ~2 years. When it bites the dust I’ll either switch to packout or maybe consider some soft bags instead
@6:04 did u say 5 ton strap?
500lbs*
if the jump pack is dead youre gonna have to get another car to jump you anyways so i am a HUGE fan of these packs. i like jumpncarry, noco boost, and gooloo. they have done well for me over the last 8 years i have been buying their products.
jump n carry 660 is my most used and favorite
noco boost gb150 is a MONSTER and i powered a 2002 bmw 540i out of my yard and onto a tow truck with a dead battery and that alone
gooloo gp4000 jump my 02 5.3l v8 suburban multiple times
look for skiny medic for med bag
Those look interesting, love how compact they are. I've been researching the MyMedic stuff as well, certainly have room to upgrade in this department.
Peter griffin
lol I see it, cool video tho