Thanks for the insights and observations. I used to carry a G19 AIWB, then a G43, sometimes, the G26 in the G19 holster which worked quite well. I'd also use a Kydex Alabama Pocket holster for the 26 & 43. Know that the G26 is thicker than the 43 but not really bigger in terms of length and height. Then, after rejecting the P365 (too small for my large hands. My support hand thumb would extend beyond the end of the slide) I stumbled upon the Sig P365-XL. It's smaller than the 19, thinner than the 26 and carries 12 rounds in a 10-round mag with aftermarket (Maggutz) springs. Plus, it's already cut for an optic and has a light rail that my 26 and 43 don't have. Even better, the 365 came with real sights instead of those polymer dovetail protectors used by Glock. For me, the P365-XL feels like a larger gun when shooting. Best of luck on your "Lewis & Clark" creek expedition.
The first knife entirely my own was the Victorinox Super Tinker, given to me by my father on my 9th birthday. I still have it and cherish it to this day, and it's still entirely functional. Gotta love that Swiss quality.
I quit day hiking some years ago due to age and physical health however I do carry a get home bag with minimal equipment. A pocket knife has been in my pocket since I was seven in 1962. A canteen or water bottle with a Sawyer Mini. Big belt knife may sometimes include depending on circumstances, KABAR Warthog or SOG Seal Pup or Cold Steel small machete with the saw back or maybe a small Hatchet and folding saw. Not all of these tools will be carried at once of course. A light poncho, change of sox, Smartwool only and light jacket or hoodie Fire starting pouch with a lighter in my shirt pocket (I rarely wear just a tee shirt) shirts are always long sleeves with two button flap pockets. If it's really hot like it gets here in the Intermountain or Great Basin areas you can roll up your sleeves. Pocket flashlight and or headlamp, compass, map of the region, pen and notepad. Cap or broad rimmed hat, bug net for the hat and repellent. Weapon of choice depending on where you're going and doing. Cell phone these days are important along with a battery or charging stuff. Now us old folks also have to consider our medications , cane or walking staff which are also a great weapon with a little training. Not all of this stuff will be carried all the time or maybe a few more clothes in winter for us Northern Tier states. Those of us that have weathered total whiteouts at -20 F tend to over prepare sometimes. Common sense and smarts enough to know how to pour pee out of a boot doesn't take up much space and weighs nothing. Thanks for the video.
I no longer carry special survival gear or even redundancies, or routinely an axe or hatchet, or even a folding saw. My cold steel shovel with shortened handle has replaced my machete for light chopping if I’m going to be going off trail, or if making more than a small fire. I live in the mountains of Virginia. My frame pack is used when it’s colder otherwise a larger day pack is plenty big now. I only bring a nylon tarp 9x9 if rain is expected or if spending the night.
@@kurtbaier6122 That’s pretty coincidental lol. Same location and yesterday I dug and set cinder block footers and used my short cold steel shovel more than my 6’ shovel. Excellent tool, I keep in my truck along with a track spade. I used the CS to dig some trenches for a civic to get out of some snow just last winter. Highest regards for the little shovel.
Great vid. My SAK is part of my EDC and I use it a lot during the week. Most of my trips to the woods is either to take a hike or do an overnight, so my packing list has also been reduced. My basic loadout usually involves a simple hammock, a good book, and the means to make a cup of coffee. I pack a light weight compass, lighter, SAK, and a bright but slim lightweight flash light, as my basic tools, to not get lost, process wood to start a fire if needed or wanted, and to find my out if it gets dark. Typically I bring a disposable drink bottle that will fit a Sawyer mini, a sawyer mini, and a diy alcohol cat stove and cup, and small bottle of HEET alcohol. And a few snakes and a sandwich. In my day pack goes a 2 Liter hydration bladder and warming layer and poncho, from spring through fall. Insulation for hammock or on the ground for hikes is a truck size windshield sun reflector with the width trimmed a little and a long destringed paracord stitched and duct taped to one end so I can tie reflector mat to the head end of the hammock tree strap. In order to stop the reflector mat from sliding down. And to tie it closed when rolled up. So long as it covers back and butt it’s good. Sometimes I carry a cold steel shovel with a shortened handle for going off trail, for light chopping, fire management, etc. Don’t even use the folding saw as much unless it’s going to be cold and I’m spending the night. Colder overnight has me packing more clothing and a compact 2lb duck down sleeping bag down to 40 F. And a 20 degree bag for 20-30 F.
If I'm going to be on the move I carry a medium SAK as it's a good thorn extraction tool kit for this country and they have gone infected in the past when I've ignored them. I hike on moorland quite a bit too and you aren't guaranteed to have enough solid wood around for a set of tent stakes so I'll take them to moorland but not wooded area's. I sprayed mine red and still manage to loose them so you aren't the only one! You learn and get comfortable with the gear that works where you go. A fair bit of mine is just a little bit more modern versions of the kit I used when I was in my mid teens, a very long time ago.
Used to carry my Kershaw Blur in my pocket. Love that knife but it’s only drawback is that it is not fixed. Switched to the Overland Sport by Schwarz, loving it!
I shed my leatherman with all the doodads for one that they discontinued. It's just pliers and a knife. But I do still keep them around just not in my pocket or on my belt.
I used to carry a fixed blade with a partially serrated edge, but I just don't run into situations where I need a serrated edge that often. I now carry either an Esse or my Benchmade Bushcrafter, depending on what I'm doing. I still have fixed blades with serrated edges that I will carry on rare occasions, but only when I anticipate needing it.
Good stuff. Still carry a g19 but switched from appendix carry to 3-4 o’clock carry. Same issue as you, never got comfortable and was always taking it off. Been using a Tier 1 echo holster that’s canted and added a lil pad and it’s like 90% as concealable but WAY more comfortable.
old ''flings'' never get disgarded... they always live in our memories and serve us as ''back up'' in carefuly selected locations... we can always depend on them!... [talking about caches here...]
great info, but like you said what works for 1 might not for the other!! we have weather changes here... like last week it was sunny & 70,, this coming week its going to upper 90s & high humidity so its nice to have a bigger bag with a few extras!!! be safe out there!!
Urban setting round the house, I carry a Gerber dime (other stuff in my pockets like lighter, gorilla tape, bandana, wipes, paracord, etc). I used to carry my Leatherman wave but found the weight wasn’t worth it. Then I went to my sidekick - lighter than the wave but still not worth the weight for day to day. I then tried multiple SAKs and multitool (especially mini ones). I find the dime cuts most of what I need, I use the box cutter a lot, the screwdrivers, bottle opener and the pliers. Even the tweezers a couple times. I keep a collapsible titanium tooth pick attached to it (surprisingly useful) and this does what I usually need. Sure, I needed an awl a couple days ago, I just grabbed another multitool from a drawer. Same goes for more robust pliers or whatever. For what I need, the dime and titanium toothpick usually get it done and weigh nothing in my pocket. I always have better tools nearby (drawer, tool chest, car, bags, etc) and will carry them with me when it makes sense (like walking my dog, I prefer having a bigger blade with me if needed), but seeing what works for you is important and fun!
Wear I live, tent stakes are a must. Because tree's can be few and far between. Plus I like having tent stakes that fit through the grommets on my tent and or tarp. I carry a Swiss Army Deluxe Tinker and an Old School Gerber Multi Tool. Been carrying them for years. In the same bag that my Swiss Army Knife is in, I've added a small Cold Steel folding knife with Triad lock.
Great video, brother. I used to carry a zippo refillable lighter but found most of the time when I needed it, it was out of fluid. And I don't smoke but it would evaporate i guess. So now I carry a Bic.
Walmart quit selling the Sawyer filters and replaced it with Red Cross 3 stage filter ($20) that works on smart water bottles or CNOC water bag, I replace my filters every spring so I am switching to these new ones.
I agree with on no axe.. - A semi permanent camp, conveyance, and a serious need for chopping are my criteria for taking an axe. - A heavy blade machete paired with a Silky saw Bigboy 2000 will out perform an axe for the same or less carry weight.
I avoid carrying a “heavy duty” folding knife whenever possible because a folder will always be weaker and harder to maintain than a fixed blade…takes up pocket space too. At work I still carry a SAK tinker for any light work and a strong-ish folder-outside of work I switched to a strong fixed blade, a Benchmade proper that I added a finer edge to, and a mini prybar with a bit driver cutout to make up for the subpar strength screwdrivers I lost when I ditched the SAK. I don’t live and very rarely work in remote areas so my “normal” edc is geared more towards common use mechanical tools. I’m am probably one of the few ppl that have used the can opener from a Swiss Army knife though, once on a float trip when friends brought canned food but no opener, the other time was on a job site and a new guy brought soup with no opener lol…I never thought I’d use it but at least multiple ppl were able to eat theyre lunch or dinner those days. I would’ve had a knife that could open a can on me or in my truck or even a screwdriver if we were gonna starve without a Swiss Army knife…if I ever “need” to open a can with a quality knife I’ll never forgive myself(my semi sharp Z-wear steel prybar/bitdriver will easily open packages, mechanical things, or cans so I rarely need to use my light duty/fine edge folder and I’ve never “needed” to use my medium-medium heavy duty fixed blade). I have to say the fidget factor of a folder can be entertaining but drawing a fixed blade is the old school cool I like. Thanks for another good vid!
I have really been considering getting a satellite phone. Ive seen multiple people saved by one of those. It seems like a no brainer if youre ever out anywhere remote.
It helps but it's not a fail safe to communications. I'm sure Marcus Luttrel can attest to that. Satellites can be taken down, emps, terrain. It's good in certain situations where those aren't a factor.
Years ago I used to carry so much gear in my pack, I don’t remember everything just that is was stuff I never used. As my woodsman skills improved I started shedding some gear. One thing I do remember is I carried a huge medical kit, that was really not needed. Coming from the medical field I had to wean myself off of that medical gear I thought I needed to be prepared for anything. Now my gear is muti use items. The only time I use a axe is at my river camp. Agree with you on the machete, great survival tool , just slide it down in the pocket of my pack , love my machetes, my opinion it’s just perfect for this Appalachian jungle! Do like my SAN, not for the knife, but the tools on it. Always carry my fix blade, generally 4inch blade.
swiss army huntsman in my rear pocket on a lanyard everyday. esse izula cross draw everyday, exotac fire sleeve in a bandana in one cargo pocket and small usb flashlight in bandana in other cargo pocket.
I agree about the multitool, maybe different reasons. One job, I used the pliers, knife, screw drivers etc, if not daily at least once a week. Next job. NOTHING WAS ALLOWED, not even a folder. It was a fireable offense. Hence, it all went. Nit at least 3 times a week I find myself using a knife, but in last 6 months, I haven't found a need for anything else. Possibly a jewelers driver, which isn't on a multitool. So I nixed it, for a simple folder. The folder gets identified, but nothing more than hey, he has one. I use it responsibly and carefully around others, ( they get scared easily), so no one has said anything, except I carry one.
I love your little fort there Jason! Seriously, I do. "Body Dew"... I think you should create a men's cologne and call it Body Dew. Make it sassafras scented...mmm I would be attracted to that. Rootbeer ;) I'm imagining the commercials you and JJ could make about that! If you ever need a comedy skit idea, there you go. :) Before the cooties nonsense put the damper on things I used to go hiking and backpacking often with a group. I used to bring a small notebook and pencil, and every trip (especially backpacking where you carrying everything long distances day after day) I would write notes about what I used and what I didn't and wished I had left behind, as well as ideas I had to swap out two or more things for one which could serve multi-purposes. Or even just 1:1 swaps where I could swap in something lighter, smaller. I also made notes of how much food I actually ate, what I didn't eat, and what I wish I had carried more of. Doing that I realized I could reduce my food weight and bulk pretty significantly. What I love about you is that you really are a minimalist when it comes to gear. You aren't selling it, and continually coming out with new gear, promoting it until your follower's Shiny Object Syndrome kicks in and they get FOMO and buy it, only to see you never or rarely use it after that. I love that you and JJ are both small knife guys... what a relief that is! The TH-camrs saying you have to have a knife with at least a 5" blade that you can baton wood with, making it a requirement for their courses, etc. I'm really tired of it. I have a knife, a really nice one, razor sharp, with a blade just over 5" because I fell for that previously. But I'm a woman with small hands, and that is the most uncomfortable knife for me to use, it actually feels a bit dangerous (and I love knives, always have, the sharper the better) and unstable, it doesn't balance right in my hand. Whereas my little Mora Eldris, oh yeah, I love that thing. I do have larger knives that I also love, but you and JJ (and Cody Lundlin) were the ones who really shattered that myth that you need a large knife or you're not going to be able to survive in the woods.
@@SurvivalDispatch LOL! I love it! Now you just need to scrape it off you into a little spray bottle, and slap a label on it. I'm thinking one of Lynx style ads where a guy sprays (way too much) of that (stinky) stuff on him and women come running from everywhere. You could do a hilarious skit on that.
My Swiss army hunter stays in my pocket my multi tools are in my bag. Axes and hatchets are accidents waiting to happen. My ccw is on my 4 o'clock owb or in my pocket.
My problem is that I replace my gear often with better gear so I end up with multiple sets of camping gear, then I have to buy another pack to hold my extra gear. I have complete backpacking sets I need to give to someone but I don't know anybody where I live in Houston that is interested in that kind of stuff.
In lieu of an axe I carry a short, sturdy machete which is more versatile, it can process firewood, clear brush, and also be a defensive tool if needed.
I used to carry large survival knives and now I’m down to small scandi knives. ( Garberg ) I’ll keep a larger chopper but the 5”-8” survival knives just don’t work for me as well. Too large for small stuff, too small for large stuff.
What gear do you no longer carry? Thanks for watching.
Totally with you, man. Fck carrying an axe around.
Thanks for the insights and observations. I used to carry a G19 AIWB, then a G43, sometimes, the G26 in the G19 holster which worked quite well. I'd also use a Kydex Alabama Pocket holster for the 26 & 43. Know that the G26 is thicker than the 43 but not really bigger in terms of length and height. Then, after rejecting the P365 (too small for my large hands. My support hand thumb would extend beyond the end of the slide) I stumbled upon the Sig P365-XL. It's smaller than the 19, thinner than the 26 and carries 12 rounds in a 10-round mag with aftermarket (Maggutz) springs. Plus, it's already cut for an optic and has a light rail that my 26 and 43 don't have. Even better, the 365 came with real sights instead of those polymer dovetail protectors used by Glock. For me, the P365-XL feels like a larger gun when shooting. Best of luck on your "Lewis & Clark" creek expedition.
My dad gave me a Swiss army knife for Christmas when I was 6 years old. 30 years later it's still in my pocket 😊
That is amazing!!
The first knife entirely my own was the Victorinox Super Tinker, given to me by my father on my 9th birthday. I still have it and cherish it to this day, and it's still entirely functional. Gotta love that Swiss quality.
Yep
The new Victorianox won't last 30 years sadly
@@DH-jj1wk ex-squeeze me?
I quit day hiking some years ago due to age and physical health however I do carry a get home bag with minimal equipment. A pocket knife has been in my pocket since I was seven in 1962. A canteen or water bottle with a Sawyer Mini. Big belt knife may sometimes include depending on circumstances, KABAR Warthog or SOG Seal Pup or Cold Steel small machete with the saw back or maybe a small Hatchet and folding saw. Not all of these tools will be carried at once of course. A light poncho, change of sox, Smartwool only and light jacket or hoodie
Fire starting pouch with a lighter in my shirt pocket (I rarely wear just a tee shirt) shirts are always long sleeves with two button flap pockets. If it's really hot like it gets here in the Intermountain or Great Basin areas you can roll up your sleeves.
Pocket flashlight and or headlamp, compass, map of the region, pen and notepad. Cap or broad rimmed hat, bug net for the hat and repellent. Weapon of choice depending on where you're going and doing. Cell phone these days are important along with a battery or charging stuff.
Now us old folks also have to consider our medications , cane or walking staff which are also a great weapon with a little training.
Not all of this stuff will be carried all the time or maybe a few more clothes in winter for us Northern Tier states. Those of us that have weathered total whiteouts at -20 F tend to over prepare sometimes. Common sense and smarts enough to know how to pour pee out of a boot doesn't take up much space and weighs nothing.
Thanks for the video.
The trip to the ocean via a creek is an awesome idea.
I no longer carry special survival gear or even redundancies, or routinely an axe or hatchet, or even a folding saw. My cold steel shovel with shortened handle has replaced my machete for light chopping if I’m going to be going off trail, or if making more than a small fire. I live in the mountains of Virginia. My frame pack is used when it’s colder otherwise a larger day pack is plenty big now. I only bring a nylon tarp 9x9 if rain is expected or if spending the night.
@@kurtbaier6122 That’s pretty coincidental lol. Same location and yesterday I dug and set cinder block footers and used my short cold steel shovel more than my 6’ shovel. Excellent tool, I keep in my truck along with a track spade. I used the CS to dig some trenches for a civic to get out of some snow just last winter. Highest regards for the little shovel.
I hear ya. Small axes can be dangerous. They are noisy, heavy and awkward to carry. Especially, with the availability of silky saws, today.
You said Bacho Laplander wrong
Great vid. My SAK is part of my EDC and I use it a lot during the week. Most of my trips to the woods is either to take a hike or do an overnight, so my packing list has also been reduced. My basic loadout usually involves a simple hammock, a good book, and the means to make a cup of coffee. I pack a light weight compass, lighter, SAK, and a bright but slim lightweight flash light, as my basic tools, to not get lost, process wood to start a fire if needed or wanted, and to find my out if it gets dark. Typically I bring a disposable drink bottle that will fit a Sawyer mini, a sawyer mini, and a diy alcohol cat stove and cup, and small bottle of HEET alcohol. And a few snakes and a sandwich. In my day pack goes a 2 Liter hydration bladder and warming layer and poncho, from spring through fall. Insulation for hammock or on the ground for hikes is a truck size windshield sun reflector with the width trimmed a little and a long destringed paracord stitched and duct taped to one end so I can tie reflector mat to the head end of the hammock tree strap. In order to stop the reflector mat from sliding down. And to tie it closed when rolled up. So long as it covers back and butt it’s good. Sometimes I carry a cold steel shovel with a shortened handle for going off trail, for light chopping, fire management, etc. Don’t even use the folding saw as much unless it’s going to be cold and I’m spending the night. Colder overnight has me packing more clothing and a compact 2lb duck down sleeping bag down to 40 F. And a 20 degree bag for 20-30 F.
Well, who doesn't like a Snake Sandwich now and then...😜
@@greyscout01 got to love my Apple editor lol. I just love me some snake.
Anything I don't use on 3 trips gets deleted. Thank you for another great video 😊
Great tip!
@@gerardmartyn1738 , Different location different needs
That’s a great policy.
So you don't use your first aid kit or gun on 3 trips and just dich it?
@@crossfox1991 Don’t be obtuse.
If I'm going to be on the move I carry a medium SAK as it's a good thorn extraction tool kit for this country and they have gone infected in the past when I've ignored them. I hike on moorland quite a bit too and you aren't guaranteed to have enough solid wood around for a set of tent stakes so I'll take them to moorland but not wooded area's. I sprayed mine red and still manage to loose them so you aren't the only one! You learn and get comfortable with the gear that works where you go. A fair bit of mine is just a little bit more modern versions of the kit I used when I was in my mid teens, a very long time ago.
I agree with the ax. I always have a saw and I do carry a medium bush knife so thats usually all I need.
Jason, you are right on time wih the vid. I am just going through my get home bag and needed this. Thanks for all of the great vids!
Just watched a video on a get home bag and holy crap it was like he was going on the Appalachian trail. I think less is more. Thanks for the vid
Used to carry my Kershaw Blur in my pocket. Love that knife but it’s only drawback is that it is not fixed. Switched to the Overland Sport by Schwarz, loving it!
I shed my leatherman with all the doodads for one that they discontinued. It's just pliers and a knife. But I do still keep them around just not in my pocket or on my belt.
I used to carry a fixed blade with a partially serrated edge, but I just don't run into situations where I need a serrated edge that often. I now carry either an Esse or my Benchmade Bushcrafter, depending on what I'm doing. I still have fixed blades with serrated edges that I will carry on rare occasions, but only when I anticipate needing it.
The serrated edge is good for cutting onions or carrots, only thing I use it for
Good stuff. Still carry a g19 but switched from appendix carry to 3-4 o’clock carry. Same issue as you, never got comfortable and was always taking it off. Been using a Tier 1 echo holster that’s canted and added a lil pad and it’s like 90% as concealable but WAY more comfortable.
Great video brother. Everyone is different but showing what you do and don't use can really help people make decisions on what's primary
I appreciate that!
old ''flings'' never get disgarded... they always live in our memories and serve us as ''back up'' in carefuly selected locations... we can always depend on them!... [talking about caches here...]
great info, but like you said what works for 1 might not for the other!! we have weather changes here... like last week it was sunny & 70,, this coming week its going to upper 90s & high humidity so its nice to have a bigger bag with a few extras!!! be safe out there!!
If I am camping in an established site, I can usually find 2 tent steaks in the ground. I might have one of yours!
Urban setting round the house, I carry a Gerber dime (other stuff in my pockets like lighter, gorilla tape, bandana, wipes, paracord, etc).
I used to carry my Leatherman wave but found the weight wasn’t worth it. Then I went to my sidekick - lighter than the wave but still not worth the weight for day to day. I then tried multiple SAKs and multitool (especially mini ones).
I find the dime cuts most of what I need, I use the box cutter a lot, the screwdrivers, bottle opener and the pliers. Even the tweezers a couple times. I keep a collapsible titanium tooth pick attached to it (surprisingly useful) and this does what I usually need. Sure, I needed an awl a couple days ago, I just grabbed another multitool from a drawer. Same goes for more robust pliers or whatever.
For what I need, the dime and titanium toothpick usually get it done and weigh nothing in my pocket. I always have better tools nearby (drawer, tool chest, car, bags, etc) and will carry them with me when it makes sense (like walking my dog, I prefer having a bigger blade with me if needed), but seeing what works for you is important and fun!
Wear I live, tent stakes are a must. Because tree's can be few and far between. Plus I like having tent stakes that fit through the grommets on my tent and or tarp. I carry a Swiss Army Deluxe Tinker and an Old School Gerber Multi Tool. Been carrying them for years. In the same bag that my Swiss Army Knife is in, I've added a small Cold Steel folding knife with Triad lock.
Great video, brother. I used to carry a zippo refillable lighter but found most of the time when I needed it, it was out of fluid. And I don't smoke but it would evaporate i guess. So now I carry a Bic.
Walmart quit selling the Sawyer filters and replaced it with Red Cross 3 stage filter ($20) that works on smart water bottles or CNOC water bag, I replace my filters every spring so I am switching to these new ones.
@@miken7629 ,Thanks for the warning. I'll grab a couple more of the Sawyer minis at the local survival place.
I use to EDC an M18 Claymore but now that I am retired the ATF frown upon that.
Those guys are such a drag, they're never any fun
I agree with on no axe..
- A semi permanent camp, conveyance, and a serious need for chopping are my criteria for taking an axe.
- A heavy blade machete paired with a Silky saw Bigboy 2000 will out perform an axe for the same or less carry weight.
I avoid carrying a “heavy duty” folding knife whenever possible because a folder will always be weaker and harder to maintain than a fixed blade…takes up pocket space too. At work I still carry a SAK tinker for any light work and a strong-ish folder-outside of work I switched to a strong fixed blade, a Benchmade proper that I added a finer edge to, and a mini prybar with a bit driver cutout to make up for the subpar strength screwdrivers I lost when I ditched the SAK. I don’t live and very rarely work in remote areas so my “normal” edc is geared more towards common use mechanical tools. I’m am probably one of the few ppl that have used the can opener from a Swiss Army knife though, once on a float trip when friends brought canned food but no opener, the other time was on a job site and a new guy brought soup with no opener lol…I never thought I’d use it but at least multiple ppl were able to eat theyre lunch or dinner those days. I would’ve had a knife that could open a can on me or in my truck or even a screwdriver if we were gonna starve without a Swiss Army knife…if I ever “need” to open a can with a quality knife I’ll never forgive myself(my semi sharp Z-wear steel prybar/bitdriver will easily open packages, mechanical things, or cans so I rarely need to use my light duty/fine edge folder and I’ve never “needed” to use my medium-medium heavy duty fixed blade). I have to say the fidget factor of a folder can be entertaining but drawing a fixed blade is the old school cool I like. Thanks for another good vid!
Very good video for me who doesn't have a lot of gear, to hear from someone who has tried all the stuff and found out what works
Very glad to help!
I have really been considering getting a satellite phone. Ive seen multiple people saved by one of those. It seems like a no brainer if youre ever out anywhere remote.
It helps but it's not a fail safe to communications. I'm sure Marcus Luttrel can attest to that. Satellites can be taken down, emps, terrain. It's good in certain situations where those aren't a factor.
I use a Vedder kydex holster with my G42 in a front pocket.
tarahumara pack is a cool pack. hill people gear is really nice.
For quite awhile I was carrying a Gerber strongarm but I've started carrying a pocket fixed blade.
I suggest keeping the ax. I put mine on my belt in a loop with a leather blade cover. My pew pews are two of medium size and are in shoulder holders.
Years ago I used to carry so much gear in my pack, I don’t remember everything just that is was stuff I never used. As my woodsman skills improved I started shedding some gear. One thing I do remember is I carried a huge medical kit, that was really not needed. Coming from the medical field I had to wean myself off of that medical gear I thought I needed to be prepared for anything. Now my gear is muti use items. The only time I use a axe is at my river camp. Agree with you on the machete, great survival tool , just slide it down in the pocket of my pack , love my machetes, my opinion it’s just perfect for this Appalachian jungle! Do like my SAN, not for the knife, but the tools on it. Always carry my fix blade, generally 4inch blade.
I wish I was still carrying sting kill swabs... damn yellow jackets
swiss army huntsman in my rear pocket on a lanyard everyday. esse izula cross draw everyday, exotac fire sleeve in a bandana in one cargo pocket and small usb flashlight in bandana in other cargo pocket.
I agree about the multitool, maybe different reasons. One job, I used the pliers, knife, screw drivers etc, if not daily at least once a week. Next job. NOTHING WAS ALLOWED, not even a folder. It was a fireable offense. Hence, it all went. Nit at least 3 times a week I find myself using a knife, but in last 6 months, I haven't found a need for anything else. Possibly a jewelers driver, which isn't on a multitool. So I nixed it, for a simple folder. The folder gets identified, but nothing more than hey, he has one. I use it responsibly and carefully around others, ( they get scared easily), so no one has said anything, except I carry one.
I love your little fort there Jason! Seriously, I do.
"Body Dew"... I think you should create a men's cologne and call it Body Dew. Make it sassafras scented...mmm I would be attracted to that. Rootbeer ;) I'm imagining the commercials you and JJ could make about that! If you ever need a comedy skit idea, there you go. :)
Before the cooties nonsense put the damper on things I used to go hiking and backpacking often with a group. I used to bring a small notebook and pencil, and every trip (especially backpacking where you carrying everything long distances day after day) I would write notes about what I used and what I didn't and wished I had left behind, as well as ideas I had to swap out two or more things for one which could serve multi-purposes. Or even just 1:1 swaps where I could swap in something lighter, smaller. I also made notes of how much food I actually ate, what I didn't eat, and what I wish I had carried more of. Doing that I realized I could reduce my food weight and bulk pretty significantly.
What I love about you is that you really are a minimalist when it comes to gear. You aren't selling it, and continually coming out with new gear, promoting it until your follower's Shiny Object Syndrome kicks in and they get FOMO and buy it, only to see you never or rarely use it after that. I love that you and JJ are both small knife guys... what a relief that is! The TH-camrs saying you have to have a knife with at least a 5" blade that you can baton wood with, making it a requirement for their courses, etc. I'm really tired of it. I have a knife, a really nice one, razor sharp, with a blade just over 5" because I fell for that previously. But I'm a woman with small hands, and that is the most uncomfortable knife for me to use, it actually feels a bit dangerous (and I love knives, always have, the sharper the better) and unstable, it doesn't balance right in my hand. Whereas my little Mora Eldris, oh yeah, I love that thing. I do have larger knives that I also love, but you and JJ (and Cody Lundlin) were the ones who really shattered that myth that you need a large knife or you're not going to be able to survive in the woods.
“Body Dew, the scent of the mountain on you”
How’s that for a slogan?
@@SurvivalDispatch LOL! I love it! Now you just need to scrape it off you into a little spray bottle, and slap a label on it. I'm thinking one of Lynx style ads where a guy sprays (way too much) of that (stinky) stuff on him and women come running from everywhere. You could do a hilarious skit on that.
May I ask what your current edc fixed blade is?
The ON3 EDC made by Bear Forest Knives
Great info, thanks for sharing.
Glad it was helpful!
My Swiss army hunter stays in my pocket my multi tools are in my bag. Axes and hatchets are accidents waiting to happen. My ccw is on my 4 o'clock owb or in my pocket.
My problem is that I replace my gear often with better gear so I end up with multiple sets of camping gear, then I have to buy another pack to hold my extra gear. I have complete backpacking sets I need to give to someone but I don't know anybody where I live in Houston that is interested in that kind of stuff.
In lieu of an axe I carry a short, sturdy machete which is more versatile, it can process firewood, clear brush, and also be a defensive tool if needed.
Love a good machete!
Great video. Off subject. I really like the ball cap. Can you please post where you got it. Thank You
TRC outdoors
I used to carry large survival knives and now I’m down to small scandi knives. ( Garberg )
I’ll keep a larger chopper but the 5”-8” survival knives just don’t work for me as well.
Too large for small stuff, too small for large stuff.
That yhree day trip sounds awesome 😎
Gonna be epic!
I no longer carry the Helikon Tex Bushcraft Satchel because I prefer backpacks and my wife confiscated the satchel.
I keep an ax head in the bag if I need it I can make a handle on sight
Tomahawks are ideal for that.
My video would be too long to post on here with all the gear I was required to carry in SAR lol
See ya on the next one
Jason loves his little knife
Yes he does
I heard “body goo,” and was horrified! Backing up for a look at the cc I like “body dew” much better-still…..ewwwww!
The more one knows the less one needs, the best tool is the mind,
Hey man! Can I have the gear you don't use anymore?
That’s a small axe. Even a hatchet is a fair amount of weight. A real axe is by its nature “hefty “
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Can you hear banjos yet.
No, but I do love the sound.
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First comment!
Yes you are!