It doesn’t sound stupid to me. I believe it is better to be over prepared than under prepared. Keep the videos coming they are very educational and I enjoy watching them.
As an ex para, I just turned 60. I don’t tab like I once did, of course, but I now live in the Canadian Rockies where to ensure safety, I need basic survival gear while out for a hike. This includes a portable gas stove, water, a can of stew/soup/ravioli, chocolate, bright coloured rain gear, socks, leatherman, hat, gloves, map and compass, and an extensive first aid kit etc. Latterly, I’ve acquired a Garmin InReach for emergencies. People of a certain age, like me, tend to ignore technology. A GPS is vital but not foolproof because it’s vulnerable to battery failure, malfunction, satellite outages or whatever. To provide more protection, I have a Suunto Vertical watch with maps and GPS. In really remote places, like the Arctic, I carry an emergency locator beacon. Things happen here. My highly experienced mate was killed by a grizzly bear. Not much can prevent that except providence, but a lot more can happen short of that extreme.
My SOP's cant walk anywhere without a day sack & it's pretty much like your contents. Varies on distance & the type of walk, but just a local TAB will have water, first aid kit, plus waterproof warm kit. Jet boil for a brew, food, keep up the channel I love it.
Lol this is gonna sound sad. But that's enough items to be classed as going equipped 😢 I carry roughly the same myself but do wonder how a coppers mind would work if ime ever stopped
From one old soldier to another, good job!!! I try to take a walk daily, as life allows. I keep a small pack on me with similar stuff. A waterproof jacket, a turkish towel or a shemagh, a VERY small medical kit, a water bottle, a hot drink thermos, maybe gloves and a hat, depending on the time of year. A notebook/pen, and my electronics stuff. I also keep an emergency blanket tucked up in there too. No idea how much it weighs, but it isnt enough to bother me when I carry it. At a guess, with water and coffee in the thermos, probably 10-15 lbs? Enough to know I have a pack, but not heavy enough to care. My days of humping 70 lbs worth of gear are long behind me. The chronic injuries from doing that, well, they are currently in their heyday lol. Carry on sir! Keep your powder dry!
Great ideas. I walk with a home made staff. Never heard of weighted walking or tabbing but I am pleased to learn these names. I would add a torch and a bag of cordage. Thanks. New subscriber 🇦🇺.
Pretty much a lifelong habit of mine. You stick to what you know and are taught in the army. I walk 5 to 15km a night with 15kg in suburbia at night. Distance is reliant on intent. A brisk 7k in a hour is my basic. But if I'm preparing for a 2 day hike overnight camp I aim at the 15km. That's in the flat but hikes are 10 to 12km per day, with hills. I use a similar pack but tan with some Molle. However it's not totally uncommon to see a few ppl doing same with civvie packs. Have a yarn to them and they are getting reay for a great Northern walk, Kosciusko trip. Leading up from February, I'm more likely to see same, but like me at it 5 of 7 days as they are training up for a kokoda trip. I also have several state forests national parks etc nearby, so it's not uncommon around here. Also those weighted walking TAB aren't terms used here. Here the term in the army it's force march
Once again, great video, I think our generation are more aware of "what if", being out in the sticks up a hill, I ensure that we have ability to have heat food and have enough light away from the mains supplies, lots of tinned food including lots of nourishing soup. Being ex Merchant Navy, I think of surviving if out in the wilds without support, similar kit to yours. Lots of folk think this is daft, good on you. All best to you and "Trace Round" Cheers Tony and Sally
Great content. I've always been an outdoor lad, but it changed when I became disabled. I've now modded my kit, and also have routes for my pain days. I'd be lost without my hikes. I take a decent first aid kit for me and the dog, fluids and snacks for the dog and I, a camera, wildlife book, waterproofs/gaiters, a small tarp, as well as a small survival kit. Keep up the great content 👍
@Plumduff3303 I missed those walks along The White Cliffs of Dover. We just got to keep on going mate 👍 If anyone's disabled and looking for kit adaption ideas, drop a comment and I'm sure between us all we'll get you back on the trail 👍
Nice one Keith👍 I was only thinking the other day I wonder what’s in his pack!!!😂 I’m in an urban area on the south coast so only carry a pocket EDC but with the New Forest one side of me and the Dorset wilderness the other my carry when out and about is much the same as yours! As for the gym na! Not anymore at 74 I’ve done my time in there thank you very much 😂😂😂 ATB👍
Goo.d vid, and I know exactly what you mean. I carry a ex Radio pack, when I go for a walk down out local woods. I carry a folding saw, secateurs, a poncho and bungees, a BCB cooker, mug, with some Dragon fuel blocks and a flask and a pint of water. I have a knife and striking rod, a pair of leather gloves and a good first aid kit. Phone, wallet and keys go in the top pocket of the pack. Oh, and a pair of sunglasses. I stop off for a fresh cup of coffee, and just enjoy where I am . Sometimes, I will drive over to somewhere local, then walk around there, doing pretty much the same. I average around 3 to 5 miles, depending on the terrain. My pack ways 71/2 kg’s. It’s good for moral, to sit down somewhere and make a cup of tea. “It’s best to have something you might need, than need something you don’t have”. All the best.👍🏾🇬🇧😉
Just subscribed. Enjoy your videos. Read through alot of the comments many people mention what they carry but cant believe no one carrys a pocket torch with spare batteries especially this time of year with early dark nights.
EDC: Wallet, pen, notebook, watch, lighter, cellphone, water, choccy bar, Swiss Army knife, small FAK (including mylar sheet), zoot top, two hexi blocks. Add shopping. If you carry tourniquets, carry a marker pen also. If the weather worsens (11-Jan-25) during this cold snap, I might strap my crampons to my backpack. In the past IN London, I've actually needed them to help a local pensioner get through a frozen water iced up tarmacked path uphill to his home. Had to rush back home to dig them out.
Good Advice....always be willing to be a good citizen! Im also getting to that half century point and realising running has taken its toll on me... thankyou for spelling out the ultimate truth about getting older!!!
My wife & I do a lot of hiking here in Arizona, mostly in the Superstition Mountains 40 miles east of PHX. Nearly an identical loadout, minus the rain gear b/c of the "severe clear" weather we enjoy here 99% of the time. We carry 2x MRE main courses in a zip lock bag in case we get hungry. Now, if only I could figure out how to keep a pint of Lager cold until the end of the hike.
Where I live we have a large area of parkland, bush and sporting fields called Whalan Reserve. It's 500m as the mortar bomb flies from my home. One night it was very foggy and became a bit displaced chasing the dog. I couldn't see very far but it was a clear night. I looked up and there was the Southern Cross. Using that I was able to plot my path back home, I kid you not. Within ten minutes I came cross landmarks I recognised but it was using those navigation skills that saved me wandering around for however long in the fog cursing and tripping. Never underestimate where or what you carry.And despite being an urban area we did have a teenager die from snakebite there a few years back.
Great vid again. I walk locally and always carry a first aid kit, water, brew kit, bar of chocolate ect. Didn't think about the hi vis though. Gonna sling one in today. I've never had to use much of it except insect bit cream in the summer and a few pain killers. I just have a feeling the day I don't take it with me is the day I need it. The rest is dog stuff. Biscuits spare lead ect. Keep it coming fella as I enjoy the content.
Love a bit of weighted walking and there's plenty of mountain and woodland walks by me in Wales. I pack similar equipment when out for a walk. There's a great two person survival shelter you can get that's light and easy to use. Usually carry that on longer walks. Keep Tabbing and Happy New year 🎉 😊
I have a lightweight Yank poncho, Leatherman, racing spoon, camera, 3 lenses, Silva compass, water/brew kit, tin mug, noodles, first aid kit, gloves and jumper. The lightweight maggot its a good idea. I forgot.... walking pole.
Excellent video. I live in the UK, but I also lived in Australia for years. Lots of isolated areas in Oz. I was chatting about it today, actually, about the education system for kids. A lot of it is useless in the real world. These skills should most definitely be taught to kids in the UK. Life skills like prepping and cooking, mending kit, washing clothes, changing a car tyre etc etc. The list is huge. Most people struggle to look after themselves. Keep up the vids. Best wishes Rich 🙂🫡
It's funny you say "good old fashioned Silva compass". I tend to think of a Silva compass as new and shiny and the primsatic compasses as the "old fashioned" nav tool.
@@1337flite prismatic is a fantastic compass, especially if you are really out in the wild. But a little, simple silva compass is plenty good enough for my little bimbles.
Yeah loved your statement ''all good soldiers should be able to knock up a brew'' or words to that effect, wholeheartedly agree with you on that! If I go out into the woods on my bike there's nothing better than sitting down and making a brew, if it's raining or even just a bit chilly same as you I have my poncho - nowadays I use a Dutch Army DPM one, good bit of kit - and can make a shelter. Even if it's not raining just pitching it in a lean-to style with some protection from the wind and getting a brew going is a big difference. I'd add to that a pocket knife, Swiss Army knifes are the bees knees. I always have one on me.
I did a mountain biking weekend once. We were going downhill fast at the end of the weekend when the guy in front took a bad fall. Although it was dry mild weather, he quickly went into shock and began shivering with cold. We needed everything suitable we had to keep him warm, while waiting for the ambulance.
When I was being trained in..err, field craft, drummed into us was 'Fail to prepare, prepare to fail'. yes, sometimes, lightweight kit, but same as you say, Essentials.
No what you mean 37 years me, now waiting for 2nd knee replacement, do not run obviously, only yomp" keep them coming bud always cheer me up after a dram or 2,
Im 62 & Much the Same as Yourself I have everything youv mentioned but I do also Carry a small fire starting kit, Birch bark a fire stick & a bit of char cloth, reason, My Pack is for most all edc scenarios, ie grab bag. I used to Tab the Paras10 up to being 45yrs Young lol but just cant & wont these days though like yourself Im ex Military PWO Reg I do still like to keep fit but also very attached to my kit like a good friend, Its a lifeline that can save lifes of others & myself so worth its weight. Great Video Bro
A suggestion: Drape a fluorescent safety vest over your daysack whenever you walk on the road. Pack a couple of cyalumes which could be extremely useful if you are lost or injured at night. It's also good to carry a stick - great against stray dogs or feral humans.
I agree if your going to carry something make it useful, I cant walk any distance these days due to back injury but carry very similiar in my car and always carry a knife legally off course but a good folding knife is an essential bit of kit
I always make sure I have an umbrella and a couple of gel heat pads, they can heat to 55'c and last 3/4 hour and are rechargeable, and get you warmed up real quick
Great video Keith. I did ask you what you carried in your pack back when you had your Q&A maybe 12 months ago now. Reason I asked as I was setting up my pack for hiking back then. Iv'e gotten mine set up and carry very similar to what you carry just not the field dressings or tourniquets . The one thing I haven't gotten yet is HI VIS vest or id panel. Would come in handy if the "what if' ever happen. As always interesting and informative video. Keep them coming Cheers from down under.
@@LetsTab59-bd4fd could you do a video on your thoughts on the old Scottish Regiments and how they have all been disbanded or amalgamated over the years? Would be very appreciated...
This is the first of your videos I've seen. I have to agree with you. Carry something that could be used in a pinch. The Boy Scout Motto applies here Be prepared.
I read in a fitness magazine that wearing weight be it a back pack or webbing helps with the core strength when walking the dogs so been doing that lately. I have similar kit apart from advanced medical kit cause last time I did that was over 25 years ago
Another great video. Some top tips. Not only is it fun listening to your essential carry but also the kit others mention in their comments, too. If you think you should rename your channel try; "Bertie the Bergan goes quantity surveying." Actually, I prefer Let's Tab 59.....
It’s better to have and not need, than need and not have’.. Still serving here, and use a day sack too. I don’t carry as much kit as you, but enough to treat me & my dog (Alfie) for small cuts etc, plus a multi tool & paracord
Most mornings & Nights I walk between the village bridges webbing, chest rig & Pack (PLCE) I’ve replaced bombs & Bullets with water 💦 about 52kgs and 5km
Brisk walking with just an additional 20 pounds is only 1/5th less effective than full blown running. Both aerobic ally and anaerobic-it’s 100x less impact on the knees
Take a Pack to Work everyday, as I'm out on the Road driving an Ambulance around. I still have this Mind set that I need to carry the What If Survival essentials. Once a Squaddie always a Squaddie I Guess.
Don't forget your lighter/matches, led torch, Leather man/Swiss Army knife, pen/pencil and few small bits of up paper and you forgot to mention your knuckle duster karabiner......
Hi m8 my daypack very similar but no doss bag or poncho just a bivibag at bottom but I always carry head torch incase things get extended Swiss Army knife lighter and some bog roll just incase lol and few snacks but I sometimes go out all day and if pass a woods maybe small stick fire and make brew and food sit down for hour 👍
Just a safety point. You are walking on the wrong side of the road. You should walk facing on coming traffic. Tufty club style . Those of my age, 68 will remember Tufty :-)
My mates and I travel battle sites in Europe and laugh at me for carrying the car equivalent of your bag. They didn't laugh when we had a puncture at night.
Puts my "male handbag" (rucksack) to shame. I have foil blankets, three sorts of torch, (battery, wind up and head) small multi tool and a pair of folding pliers. Pen notebook, energy pills and a hi vis. Your's is much better. Oh , I forgot the extra strong mints.
"even empty that stinks" A couple of days ago on a local autobahn an HGV turned over and lost its cargo of real-life, actual chicken shit. Later that day, long after all had been cleared up, my sister drove past there and said you could still smell it. The clean up crew certainly had a shit job on their hands.
Common sense mate, when I go out with the missus for a walk, she always laughs at me for having a day pack with a jetboil, some scran, a poncho and a first aid kit. That was until we got stuck in some bad weather up in the Yorkshire dales, once the brew was on and the poncho up she realised why I carry it. Keep on tabbing.
10 kg is an optimal weight. If you go any heavier, your attention will be focused on the weight on your back and your physical effort, not on your surroundings. You'll have less attention for the natural beauty of the area and all the small details that can make a routine walk special.
Do you remember your first Tactical Advance to Battle? It was quite a horrible and embarrassing experience for me I thought I was fit until the 🤮 started!
As a non military man, who is admittedly unfit, what is the best backpack to use. I have a very snazzy looking Deuter Race X air, looks ok but for the life of me I find uncomfortable, even when empty, is an ex army packpack the way yo go? I ask because I do need to get a bit fitter, maybe take up walking more.
@ukchris64 well I have to admit I'm no expert and I've never tried out different packs, I use my old issue patrol pack which I managed to keep hold of when I left the army in 2015. It works really well for me.
Soldier's pack list in the 70/80s: Too much ammo, Lager, whiskey, cigarettes, girlfriend's phone numbers, girly magazine. Soldier's pack list nowadays: Too much water, GPS, I Phone, laptop computer, granola and a coloring book.
Keith, take it from an old medic....you just need 2 brufen and you'll be reet 😜 lol In all seriousness, it's always best to be prepared. "It's better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it" 👍🏻
Sounds a lot like our old basic CEFO loading list - just add foot powder, spare socks, boot cleaning kit ... and 100m of green string, everything waterproofed. At least you don't have to add b*mbs, bull*ts and batteries as well!
The old CEFO contents is a good basis for day hiking. It was designed so we could hold out for 24 hours in the field without large pack with sleeping bag etc.
It doesn’t sound stupid to me. I believe it is better to be over prepared than under prepared. Keep the videos coming they are very educational and I enjoy watching them.
As an ex para, I just turned 60. I don’t tab like I once did, of course, but I now live in the Canadian Rockies where to ensure safety, I need basic survival gear while out for a hike. This includes a portable gas stove, water, a can of stew/soup/ravioli, chocolate, bright coloured rain gear, socks, leatherman, hat, gloves, map and compass, and an extensive first aid kit etc. Latterly, I’ve acquired a Garmin InReach for emergencies.
People of a certain age, like me, tend to ignore technology. A GPS is vital but not foolproof because it’s vulnerable to battery failure, malfunction, satellite outages or whatever.
To provide more protection, I have a Suunto Vertical watch with maps and GPS. In really remote places, like the Arctic, I carry an emergency locator beacon.
Things happen here. My highly experienced mate was killed by a grizzly bear. Not much can prevent that except providence, but a lot more can happen short of that extreme.
Sorry for the loss of your mate.
@ cheers M8
You can't change providence, but you can always alter the route.
I'm sure your mate gave a good account of himself,
/Nod.
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Take it from me Keith everyone needs to do something like you do! Keep it up and keep your messages going! Good job.
A walking lump of common sense, well done Keith.
It all sounds good to me - be prepared. Keep up the great work
Your channel just makes sense to me. I often carry this equipment, mainly on my motercycle, when touring the UK. Thanks for the content!
Great video Keith. Always puts a smile on my face, even the sensible serious stuff. Hit the nail on the head, as always. 👍
My SOP's cant walk anywhere without a day sack & it's pretty much like your contents. Varies on distance & the type of walk, but just a local TAB will have water, first aid kit, plus waterproof warm kit. Jet boil for a brew, food, keep up the channel I love it.
02:42 “I’m never far from civilisation”
You’re near Skegness mate. You’re ^%*#^% miles from civilisation!
😂😂🤣🤣🫡brilliant
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As you said Keith, it's better to be safe than sorry, Well done soldier,as always brilliant videos mucker, STB.
I always carry a small edc, lighter, torch, multi tool, pen knife, and a small first aid kit with painkillers. This has come in handy at work.
Lol this is gonna sound sad. But that's enough items to be classed as going equipped 😢 I carry roughly the same myself but do wonder how a coppers mind would work if ime ever stopped
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I'm ex forces. Ready for anything. Lol. I do use these items at work sometimes. I'm a hgv driver. Multi tool comes in very handy.
From one old soldier to another, good job!!! I try to take a walk daily, as life allows. I keep a small pack on me with similar stuff. A waterproof jacket, a turkish towel or a shemagh, a VERY small medical kit, a water bottle, a hot drink thermos, maybe gloves and a hat, depending on the time of year. A notebook/pen, and my electronics stuff. I also keep an emergency blanket tucked up in there too. No idea how much it weighs, but it isnt enough to bother me when I carry it. At a guess, with water and coffee in the thermos, probably 10-15 lbs? Enough to know I have a pack, but not heavy enough to care.
My days of humping 70 lbs worth of gear are long behind me. The chronic injuries from doing that, well, they are currently in their heyday lol.
Carry on sir! Keep your powder dry!
Great ideas. I walk with a home made staff. Never heard of weighted walking or tabbing but I am pleased to learn these names. I would add a torch and a bag of cordage. Thanks. New subscriber 🇦🇺.
Pretty much a lifelong habit of mine. You stick to what you know and are taught in the army. I walk 5 to 15km a night with 15kg in suburbia at night.
Distance is reliant on intent. A brisk 7k in a hour is my basic. But if I'm preparing for a 2 day hike overnight camp I aim at the 15km. That's in the flat but hikes are 10 to 12km per day, with hills. I use a similar pack but tan with some Molle. However it's not totally uncommon to see a few ppl doing same with civvie packs. Have a yarn to them and they are getting reay for a great Northern walk, Kosciusko trip. Leading up from February, I'm more likely to see same, but like me at it 5 of 7 days as they are training up for a kokoda trip. I also have several state forests national parks etc nearby, so it's not uncommon around here.
Also those weighted walking TAB aren't terms used here. Here the term in the army it's force march
Once again, great video, I think our generation are more aware of "what if", being out in the sticks up a hill, I ensure that we have ability to have heat food and have enough light away from the mains supplies, lots of tinned food including lots of nourishing soup. Being ex Merchant Navy, I think of surviving if out in the wilds without support, similar kit to yours. Lots of folk think this is daft, good on you. All best to you and "Trace Round" Cheers Tony and Sally
@@tonybutler3502 cheers you guys
I'll tell you what i carry, its very light and carried with great pride, its all of my mates and military service.
Great content. I've always been an outdoor lad, but it changed when I became disabled. I've now modded my kit, and also have routes for my pain days. I'd be lost without my hikes. I take a decent first aid kit for me and the dog, fluids and snacks for the dog and I, a camera, wildlife book, waterproofs/gaiters, a small tarp, as well as a small survival kit.
Keep up the great content 👍
❤❤same pal and visit my mates now in the cemetery i find it comforting
@Plumduff3303 I missed those walks along The White Cliffs of Dover. We just got to keep on going mate 👍
If anyone's disabled and looking for kit adaption ideas, drop a comment and I'm sure between us all we'll get you back on the trail 👍
Really is great
Nice one Keith👍 I was only thinking the other day I wonder what’s in his pack!!!😂 I’m in an urban area on the south coast so only carry a pocket EDC but with the New Forest one side of me and the Dorset wilderness the other my carry when out and about is much the same as yours! As for the gym na! Not anymore at 74 I’ve done my time in there thank you very much 😂😂😂 ATB👍
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Sounds like perfect common sense to me, could save someone’s life, could save your life, great video Keith 👍
Goo.d vid, and I know exactly what you mean.
I carry a ex Radio pack, when I go for a walk down out local woods. I carry a folding saw, secateurs, a poncho and bungees, a BCB cooker, mug, with some Dragon fuel blocks and a flask and a pint of water. I have a knife and striking rod, a pair of leather gloves and a good first aid kit. Phone, wallet and keys go in the top pocket of the pack. Oh, and a pair of sunglasses. I stop off for a fresh cup of coffee, and just enjoy where I am . Sometimes, I will drive over to somewhere local, then walk around there, doing pretty much the same. I average around 3 to 5 miles, depending on the terrain. My pack ways 71/2 kg’s. It’s good for moral, to sit down somewhere and make a cup of tea. “It’s best to have something you might need, than need something you don’t have”.
All the best.👍🏾🇬🇧😉
Just subscribed. Enjoy your videos. Read through alot of the comments many people mention what they carry but cant believe no one carrys a pocket torch with spare batteries especially this time of year with early dark nights.
We carry a MPL-50 small infantry shovel and it's sharp, so we can chop wood and defend ourselves as necessary.
EDC: Wallet, pen, notebook, watch, lighter, cellphone, water, choccy bar, Swiss Army knife, small FAK (including mylar sheet), zoot top, two hexi blocks. Add shopping.
If you carry tourniquets, carry a marker pen also.
If the weather worsens (11-Jan-25) during this cold snap, I might strap my crampons to my backpack. In the past IN London, I've actually needed them to help a local pensioner get through a frozen water iced up tarmacked path uphill to his home. Had to rush back home to dig them out.
If you've not already got one, can I suggest a 'thunderer whistle '. The logic of the rest works for me.😊
Good Advice....always be willing to be a good citizen! Im also getting to that half century point and realising running has taken its toll on me... thankyou for spelling out the ultimate truth about getting older!!!
My wife & I do a lot of hiking here in Arizona, mostly in the Superstition Mountains 40 miles east of PHX. Nearly an identical loadout, minus the rain gear b/c of the "severe clear" weather we enjoy here 99% of the time. We carry 2x MRE main courses in a zip lock bag in case we get hungry. Now, if only I could figure out how to keep a pint of Lager cold until the end of the hike.
I also carry a small hand sanitizer with my first aid kit and one pair of disposable gloves.
For 'morale' purposes?😂
Where I live we have a large area of parkland, bush and sporting fields called Whalan Reserve. It's 500m as the mortar bomb flies from my home. One night it was very foggy and became a bit displaced chasing the dog. I couldn't see very far but it was a clear night. I looked up and there was the Southern Cross. Using that I was able to plot my path back home, I kid you not. Within ten minutes I came cross landmarks I recognised but it was using those navigation skills that saved me wandering around for however long in the fog cursing and tripping. Never underestimate where or what you carry.And despite being an urban area we did have a teenager die from snakebite there a few years back.
Great vid again. I walk locally and always carry a first aid kit, water, brew kit, bar of chocolate ect. Didn't think about the hi vis though. Gonna sling one in today. I've never had to use much of it except insect bit cream in the summer and a few pain killers. I just have a feeling the day I don't take it with me is the day I need it. The rest is dog stuff. Biscuits spare lead ect. Keep it coming fella as I enjoy the content.
Love a bit of weighted walking and there's plenty of mountain and woodland walks by me in Wales. I pack similar equipment when out for a walk. There's a great two person survival shelter you can get that's light and easy to use. Usually carry that on longer walks. Keep Tabbing and Happy New year 🎉 😊
I have a lightweight Yank poncho, Leatherman, racing spoon, camera, 3 lenses, Silva compass, water/brew kit, tin mug, noodles, first aid kit, gloves and jumper. The lightweight maggot its a good idea. I forgot.... walking pole.
Excellent video. I live in the UK, but I also lived in Australia for years. Lots of isolated areas in Oz.
I was chatting about it today, actually, about the education system for kids. A lot of it is useless in the real world. These skills should most definitely be taught to kids in the UK. Life skills like prepping and cooking, mending kit, washing clothes, changing a car tyre etc etc. The list is huge. Most people struggle to look after themselves.
Keep up the vids.
Best wishes
Rich 🙂🫡
It's funny you say "good old fashioned Silva compass". I tend to think of a Silva compass as new and shiny and the primsatic compasses as the "old fashioned" nav tool.
@@1337flite prismatic is a fantastic compass, especially if you are really out in the wild. But a little, simple silva compass is plenty good enough for my little bimbles.
Yeah loved your statement ''all good soldiers should be able to knock up a brew'' or words to that effect, wholeheartedly agree with you on that! If I go out into the woods on my bike there's nothing better than sitting down and making a brew, if it's raining or even just a bit chilly same as you I have my poncho - nowadays I use a Dutch Army DPM one, good bit of kit - and can make a shelter. Even if it's not raining just pitching it in a lean-to style with some protection from the wind and getting a brew going is a big difference.
I'd add to that a pocket knife, Swiss Army knifes are the bees knees. I always have one on me.
I did a mountain biking weekend once. We were going downhill fast at the end of the weekend when the guy in front took a bad fall. Although it was dry mild weather, he quickly went into shock and began shivering with cold. We needed everything suitable we had to keep him warm, while waiting for the ambulance.
When I was being trained in..err, field craft, drummed into us was 'Fail to prepare, prepare to fail'. yes, sometimes, lightweight kit, but same as you say, Essentials.
No what you mean 37 years me, now waiting for 2nd knee replacement, do not run obviously, only yomp" keep them coming bud always cheer me up after a dram or 2,
Im 62 & Much the Same as Yourself I have everything youv mentioned but I do also Carry a small fire starting kit, Birch bark a fire stick & a bit of char cloth, reason, My Pack is for most all edc scenarios, ie grab bag. I used to Tab the Paras10 up to being 45yrs Young lol but just cant & wont these days though like yourself Im ex Military PWO Reg I do still like to keep fit but also very attached to my kit like a good friend, Its a lifeline that can save lifes of others & myself so worth its weight. Great Video Bro
A suggestion: Drape a fluorescent safety vest over your daysack whenever you walk on the road. Pack a couple of cyalumes which could be extremely useful if you are lost or injured at night. It's also good to carry a stick - great against stray dogs or feral humans.
I agree if your going to carry something make it useful, I cant walk any distance these days due to back injury but carry very similiar in my car and always carry a knife legally off course but a good folding knife is an essential bit of kit
A lets tab first aid course would be a great idea 💡.. id pay to learn mate 👍🏻
I always make sure I have an umbrella and a couple of gel heat pads, they can heat to 55'c and last 3/4 hour and are rechargeable, and get you warmed up real quick
The ol' portable handheld shelter.
Great video Keith. I did ask you what you carried in your pack back when you had your Q&A maybe 12 months ago now. Reason I asked as I was setting up my pack for hiking back then. Iv'e gotten mine set up and carry very similar to what you carry just not the field dressings or tourniquets . The one thing I haven't gotten yet is HI VIS vest or id panel. Would come in handy if the "what if' ever happen. As always interesting and informative video. Keep them coming Cheers from down under.
That's some delay getting back to you Scott, apologies
@@LetsTab59-bd4fd could you do a video on your thoughts on the old Scottish Regiments and how they have all been disbanded or amalgamated over the years? Would be very appreciated...
This is the first of your videos I've seen. I have to agree with you. Carry something that could be used in a pinch. The Boy Scout Motto applies here Be prepared.
I read in a fitness magazine that wearing weight be it a back pack or webbing helps with the core strength when walking the dogs so been doing that lately. I have similar kit apart from advanced medical kit cause last time I did that was over 25 years ago
Another great video. Some top tips. Not only is it fun listening to your essential carry but also the kit others mention in their comments, too. If you think you should rename your channel try; "Bertie the Bergan goes quantity surveying." Actually, I prefer Let's Tab 59.....
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It’s better to have and not need, than need and not have’.. Still serving here, and use a day sack too. I don’t carry as much kit as you, but enough to treat me & my dog (Alfie) for small cuts etc, plus a multi tool & paracord
' What if ' is so sensible an idea it should be taught in schools .
Keith...all...sounds good if ever you need it
Just found your channel, brilliant! Subscribed 👍
@pauledwards499 cheers Paul, thank you for your support mate 👍
Fantastic video. Thanks for sharing
Thanks for sharing this with us! New sub from the prairie desert of Okla! 🫡👋👍👍🥃🍻🤝✌️🎯🥾☕️
Most mornings & Nights I walk between the village bridges webbing, chest rig & Pack (PLCE) I’ve replaced bombs & Bullets with water 💦 about 52kgs and 5km
@zaynevanday142 52kg would finish me off these days, bloody well done mate 👍
I recall as a cub scout participating in the winter jamboree
We were taught survival skills out in the winter bush🇨🇦🥶😶🌫️
Brisk walking with just an additional 20 pounds is only 1/5th less effective than full blown running. Both aerobic ally and anaerobic-it’s 100x less impact on the knees
Great video Keith, a happy new year to you sir.
@JohnGBlackBelt53 thanks John all the best
Great Video 👍.
Take a Pack to Work everyday, as I'm out on the Road driving an Ambulance around. I still have this Mind set that I need to carry the What If Survival essentials. Once a Squaddie always a Squaddie I Guess.
Kit prep - It's better to look AT something than FOR something
Always able to make tea , it's a fix whatever gose wrong👍
Like most other soldiers ankles, Knees & back 🔥
Hi tab hi trace that was really interesting ❤ I hope you're well
I forgot to say a cheap led torch, especially at this time of year!
🇺🇸Great video! Just subscribed. Cheers from Idaho, USA.
. . .Better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it ! . . .
Always opt for a large hip-flask over a small hip-flask!
Don't forget your lighter/matches, led torch, Leather man/Swiss Army knife, pen/pencil and few small bits of up paper and you forgot to mention your knuckle duster karabiner......
Dang 5:56 they don’t slow down for pedestrians do they 😮
Mad around these country lanes
Hi m8 my daypack very similar but no doss bag or poncho just a bivibag at bottom but I always carry head torch incase things get extended Swiss Army knife lighter and some bog roll just incase lol and few snacks but I sometimes go out all day and if pass a woods maybe small stick fire and make brew and food sit down for hour 👍
@Nofixedabode859 bivvy bag is a great bit if kit to carry.
I carry a 1911 plus 3 clips.
That'll do nicely 👌
Far play to you in the summer i do a similar thing with a pack .
The UK's own Hiroo Onoda.
Exactly, no surrender
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Eggcorn for *know?
CARRYING KINDNESS
Just a safety point. You are walking on the wrong side of the road. You should walk facing on coming traffic. Tufty club style . Those of my age, 68 will remember Tufty :-)
Tufty club badge 😂
My mates and I travel battle sites in Europe and laugh at me for carrying the car equivalent of your bag. They didn't laugh when we had a puncture at night.
No matter how bad the nosebleed do not attempt to treat it with a tourniquet around the neck.
That was the mistake I made, luckily for me the Mother-in-law survived 🤣
loved the video sir :)
A lot of wisdom born of experience...subbed...MTwoods
Fail to prepare, prepare to fail.
Thanks for the video
I keep thinking I can hear the "Jaws" music in the background when that tractor full of shite creeps up on you!
Puts my "male handbag" (rucksack) to shame. I have foil blankets, three sorts of torch, (battery, wind up and head) small multi tool and a pair of folding pliers. Pen notebook, energy pills and a hi vis. Your's is much better. Oh , I forgot the extra strong mints.
"even empty that stinks"
A couple of days ago on a local autobahn an HGV turned over and lost its cargo of real-life, actual chicken shit. Later that day, long after all had been cleared up, my sister drove past there and said you could still smell it. The clean up crew certainly had a shit job on their hands.
good thinking
Every day when I walk my dog I take my ancient knackered range rover complete with tools and a box of Heineken, i am well prepared ❤
Must be nice having a partner like Tracer Round that goes on Tabs with you she’s a gem 💎
She's a good un is our Tracer Round
Very Sensible Video ,
Common sense mate, when I go out with the missus for a walk, she always laughs at me for having a day pack with a jetboil, some scran, a poncho and a first aid kit. That was until we got stuck in some bad weather up in the Yorkshire dales, once the brew was on and the poncho up she realised why I carry it. Keep on tabbing.
10 kg is an optimal weight. If you go any heavier, your attention will be focused on the weight on your back and your physical effort, not on your surroundings. You'll have less attention for the natural beauty of the area and all the small details that can make a routine walk special.
My washing machine blew up ...let's carry me smalls down the laundrette doesn't have the magnificent ring as let's tab 59! Happy new year all
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Carried a rifle so many times on patrols that sometimes it feels I'm still carrying one when walking
Do you remember your first Tactical Advance to Battle? It was quite a horrible and embarrassing experience for me I thought I was fit until the 🤮 started!
@SeanG-v8p I do remember and I was always dreading the next one
Active Edge, I'm still packed and ready to go. Old habits and all that.
As a non military man, who is admittedly unfit, what is the best backpack to use. I have a very snazzy looking Deuter Race X air, looks ok but for the life of me I find uncomfortable, even when empty, is an ex army packpack the way yo go? I ask because I do need to get a bit fitter, maybe take up walking more.
@ukchris64 well I have to admit I'm no expert and I've never tried out different packs, I use my old issue patrol pack which I managed to keep hold of when I left the army in 2015. It works really well for me.
@@LetsTab59-bd4fd Ok thanks for getting back to me, I'll go looking for any nearby army surplus store👍
4 seasons in one day 😂 sounds like Waiouru Desert 😂
Soldier's pack list in the 70/80s: Too much ammo, Lager, whiskey, cigarettes, girlfriend's phone numbers, girly magazine. Soldier's pack list nowadays: Too much water, GPS, I Phone, laptop computer, granola and a coloring book.
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Ok this man is cool. Cheers
Keith, take it from an old medic....you just need 2 brufen and you'll be reet 😜 lol
In all seriousness, it's always best to be prepared. "It's better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it" 👍🏻
You missed out the emergency hip flask with a special madicimal tott 😊
Very interesting. As a matter of interest, what rucksack do you use?
I kept wondering the same thing
Cheers Mike, it's my old MTP issue patrol pack.
@@LetsTab59-bd4fd Thanks :)
Sounds a lot like our old basic CEFO loading list - just add foot powder, spare socks, boot cleaning kit ... and 100m of green string, everything waterproofed. At least you don't have to add b*mbs, bull*ts and batteries as well!
The old CEFO contents is a good basis for day hiking. It was designed so we could hold out for 24 hours in the field without large pack with sleeping bag etc.
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