I understand why you have the tape measure, but you can save yourself a few ounces. Get a seamstress tape. Essentially just a fabric tape measure. Usually have both metric and English and weight nothing.
I always like a few candles (either the roll style or even the small tea candles), they are light, easy to squirrel away and provide yet another way to extend fire or provide some light.
@@gopherstate777 agreed but a zip lock bag could but used as back up or other purposes to And it take no space or weight at all I use them all the time,I rather take the zip lock back then tape measurement
Another classic, although you will definitely get stares, is unlubricated condoms for water, and also to keep gunk out of rifle barrels (with a small rubber band to hold in place).
@@MichaelWebber yeh read lots of Nam biographies. They mention condoms over muzzle with elastic band over think troops at Normandy did similar. I bet when you had to shoot your lead through that f er you weren't laghing at the blasted proferlatic remains though. Black wide pupils the size of saucers, all muscles tensing, all senses tingling, hairs stud up spurred on with adrenaline fuel fear. F I should write a book or just shut the f up. Night night. ATB my man...
Ben Kickert I’ve been putting mine in a zip-loc bag, along with my sunscreen & hand sanitizer. I’ve not had an incident yet & I’d like to keep it that way!
Yep, I've seen similar. Whatever is the solvent in Deep Woods Off melts some plastics. I still like the stuff. It works. I put it on my hat and colllar and pant legs rather than bare skin.
Great load out. Considerations: Fingernail clipper, Sheet of painters plastic (emergency blanket may suffice), thumb drive, Sharpie, garbage bag. Sail needle and thread. Always appreciate what you bring to the table. Thanks for what you do.
Robert Myers I always have a Victorinox mini SAK on me, either a “Manager” or Alox “Classic”. The scissors work really well as as a fingernail clipper!
@@papimaximus95 Thumb drive or USB drive that has all your personal information as well as a boot sector to allow you access to a computer. Information on the drive should include picture of your drivers license, passport as well as important numbers like bank account, insurance, deed of trust, phone numbers etc. Have the drive encrypted with a pass word. Hope this answers your question. Thank you for the opportunity to discuss. Heck a spork and zip ties might be nice as well.
@@papimaximus95 Sorry for taking so long to reply. Thumb drive, or flash Drive, a USB memory Stick that has all your important info, Bank Accounts, Will, Phone Numbers, Insurance etc. (encrypted for security)
Aaron, I use Lemon Eucalyptus Insect Replant (Repel Brand) and it works very well. It's not as toxic as DEET and it won't melt synthetic gear or clothing. It works well for the bugs in Texas, I have no way to know about Colorado and the critters you battle up there. It might be a better option for your children as well. Enjoyed the vid, thanks.
Is this your emergency kit or supposed everything kit for day hikes? As an emergency kit I think you have too much redundancy in the kit itself. It should be the redundant equipment to your pack equipment. For example 3 lights. Your pack load should already have a good flashlight as primary so you're carrying more emergency gear. If this is your day hike essentials gear bag then it works but there are equipment that is nice but too low function for my tastes. Example again the flashlights. If I'm out and stuck after dark I want a light I can see with and be seen with like at least a 500+ lumen light. For my kit I have a handheld and headlamp that both fit that lumen output and use the same battery. A bit heavier then your three lights but I'll trade that weight somewhere else.
Great kit! Also good to know that other people have pretty heavy kits as well! What I am missing is shelter. Fire is nice and all, but constant rain and no shelter is going to get you into trouble quick. I would suggest space blankets or something similar. Cheap, small, light. I tend to put those everywhere.. car, packs, kits. If not for using as a blanket then for using it as a makeshift tarp.
You do not need a waterproof container for “bic” brand lighters. You can totally submerge them in water, blow the internals off with multiple deep breaths, and they will work very well. Try it yourself. I took a Dave Canterbury course and he showed us this is very possible. I did it myself at the bushcraft course and it works.
I’d add zipties, sewing kit, lip balm, ear plugs, floss, nail clipper, wire saw, a small bag of tinder, and here in the east coast, tick removal device. These add little weight. I keep only one torch: the Fenix e12. It takes 1 aa, great throw, water tight, and small. So I need only 1 extra aa. I’d replace bic and spark thrower with box of waterproof matches since you have the fire steel.
Sail needle, some braided fishing line (stronger than thread),55 gal trash bag, couple of zip lock freezer bags, length of plastic/ silicone tubing with a short piece of copper or brass tubing in one end (use as straw or use end with metal tube as fire bellows...metal tubing won't melt if too close to the fire).
Pretty decent. Some say too much, others are saying not enough. You have a full backpack that has your other main concerns. For a condensed bag that can be moved from pack to pack without carrying your whole house, it's enough to get you by. Maybe take a few ideas from the comments but its like some people think youre only carrying that bag with and nothing else. You know what you're doing lol
The Victorinox NS One Hand Trekker has been my EDC for the last 5 years it's a great knife. Unfortunately the non-serrated model is no longer available. The next best model for a NS option now would be the Ranger Grip 79. Thanks for the video and for sharing you thoughts and ideas with us.
Get the u.s.military model, no toothpick or tweezers, but a lot tougher than standard trekker, I'm glad I got mine thru a friend, over a year ago, still going strong.
John Fuller, Respectfully have to disagree! I've been rocking a one handed trekker as my EDC knife for over 10 years and they are pretty darn tough for what they are and how much they cost. The military model is pretty much the same knife minus the super useful tweezers and toothpick. The US military version is a cool knife to be sure but not as useful as the trekker imo. And certainly not tougher or more durable by any means unless I'm mistaken and if so please elaborate on why the military version is tougher.
The bic lighter case is primarily used so the lever does not get pressed down resulting in an empty lighter. The empty lighter can be used as a sparkler in emergency, providing it still sparks.
Great Kit! I would put in a Small Full Tang Blade, Sawyer's Mini Water Filter Straw to drink water on the go, a couple feet of Bank Line and Snare Wire inclusive of your paracord, Med Kit and Garbage Bags as they are small, light and can be used for shelter.
A larger set of tweezers could come in handy. I've used SAK tweezers and the ones that come with the Leatherman Style CS and even though they're compact, they don't have the strength a larger sat does. They are also good for times when your dexterity isn't as good, like you mentioned. And to top it off, they're more precise than a multitool. I carry a set in my bag that I got for $1 at Walmart and they're great.
Did you have anything to boil water in? It's interesting looking at a kit designed to be used in what is obviously cold snowy whether. I live in a coastal part of Australia near Sydney so it never really gets that cold (although it rains a lot) so my pack is a little different.
Your pack follows your needs, that's why yours is different. Something to boil water in, actually surpasses the scope of a survival kit. It actually belongs, hmmm, “to the rest” of the equipment :D I carry an old canteen that comes along with a pot in which the canteen fits into. Both made from aluminum. They used to be Mexican Army standard issue lots of years ago. Try to find something similar. The pot adds minimal overall weight and it really comes in handy.
For any survival kit there has to be elements of survival taken into consideration. First fire, second shelter, third water, fourth signaling, fifth illumination , and so on you look as you are into a good place with this, but as everyone knows those who are serious are always evolving great ideas look for more updates thanks great family Dale
I love your videos. I like both Maxpedition and Vanquest products very much. However, something you said, brought up a question. I have had both a Maxpedition and a Vanquest cross body bags stolen on 2 separate occasions. And I had another Maxpedition bag stolen years ago. I lost 2 firearms and a ton of gear. Do you have any recommendations on anti-theft measures? I do have a tracker device in my new one. I was watching the old ones closely. They were stolen while sitting very close to me, about 5 or 6 feet. No one can have them on their body all the time. I guess now I’m extremely paranoid. No longer do I let people I don’t know get close to me on the trail, or anywhere else where they may “grab and run.” I am a stocky 6 foot, martial artist/weight lifter, but I’m not a sprinter. I can’t catch a fast runner. Now, I attach bank line, or paracord to the bag and myself, if I take it off for any length of time. Also, I have made a cover that goes over the bag to disguise its contents and keep hands off its zippers. However, I have to carry my pistol in a holster on my side. Which may solve the problem by itself just by its presence. But there are times I’d rather have it concealed. There are other measures I take too. But the end result is babysitting my bag is souring my enjoyment of the outdoors. Any thoughts on this subject???
Papi Maximus I should have said that from the first one to the last one was about a 15 year period of time, give, or take a couple of years. To me, it’s all just like it happened yesterday. The second One was near the Smoky Mountains. I had it setting right beside me. The little idiot came from behind and ran down the trail. I’m healthy, but walk with a cane sometimes because my knee will occasionally hurt. I just couldn’t run as fast as him, not even close. That guy was gone before I could blink my eyes. I looked for hours. I had No luck whatsoever in finding him. The third one was stolen here in eastern Kentucky. I was on an ATV that day but I was about 1,500 feet, or more from it. I kept watching this suspicious guy that was with some other people, but pretty far away. I put my bag down to go behind a tree to urinate. He ran over and grabbed it, quickly ran to a dirt bike and took off. My ATV only goes about 40 to 45 MPH. The dirt bike was way faster. However, I trailed his tracks to the blacktop. I never found him, but I am still looking. And the police have the serial numbers and description of the bike and guy. They think they know who he is, but can’t find him. The first one was stolen a few years by a guy that used to work for me. I never got it back. But I did get a little revenge on him . . .. (nothing illegal) And I already had the idea of making a cover to protect zippers and flaps from mud and rain. I made one out of lightweight, heavily waxed, canvas. I cut it to a round shape and sewed small diameter, bungee cord around the circumference. It just sorta goes over it with elastic tension. It slips on and off that way. It also helps with prying eyes, rain, mud, and gives better visibility. I painted an American flag on one side and the other side bright orange. I waxed it with melted bees wax after. I and also wash it off easily. I may make a cameo one.
Papi Maximus I agree. It would be very satisfying. 😈 I have put a tracking device thing in my newest one. It is supposed to have gps capability, but I haven’t tried that yet. I’m going to probably this week.
I bought the Xtac Waterproof lighter sleeve off Amazon and it did not fit a classic Bic. I was so very disappointed but I saw that recently I'm not the only one to have that experience. Where did you get yours?
No first aid? Perhaps that's a separate kit. 3 lights and 3 ways to start a fire seem pretty redundant. Especially since you have trioxane which is stupid easy to light.
Whirly pack water bags to hold water with your iodine tablets. Get them on amazon. And .99 poncho! The one time I was backpacking in the high uintahs and got caught in a fast rain storm without my poncho. The temp dropped 30 degrees instantly and i was soaked and freezing. Thank goodness I was able to get a roaring fire going to warm and dry! .99 ponchos have saved me and friends many times!!
You are my favorite channel to get inspiration for all types of kits. Firts aid, survival kits. Also your video 'the perfect layout for a dayhike' is so damn good. Love all your kit updates!
I find that to carry as a backup (also for tent guys, taps and such) I get way more value from dyneema cordage than I do from 550 paracord. For the same breaking strain, it's a fraction of the weight and bulk, meaning a can carry more capability with less penalty. It's got some downsides in use, like feel, doesn't like friction, cost, etc. but I still feel these downsides are outweighed by the lightness and bulk reduction.
Not sure how long you had this bug out bag, it appears to me nothing in that bag been used...perhaps never had the need for it which is even more questionable.
Richard Keghinian thanks for the questions. Many of the items are used every month. Namely, the sharpener, fire steel, bic lighter and illumination for different situations or tasks. Many of the other items are for “emergency/survival” situations. Since I am not going out and purposely trying to just live out of this pouch of course they wouldn’t have much use. I have had many of these items years and use them regularly.
I have a 15cm lead for my phone, just to save that little extra space. Also switched my EDC torch to USB rechargeable as it works with the power bank instead of the extra batteries
A cheap prepaid phone is good to have around. On Black Friday you can often get some pretty decent Android phones for $49, and by pretty decent I mean 2gb/16gb/720p. You can wait until the need arises to activate.
check out tortoise gears small fire rod that replaces the tothpick on the victorinox. Just a backup to a backup type deal but cool and much more useful than a tothpick!
2=1. 1= none. If the lighter is wet, it’s most likely you are also. This is where getting a fire going is most crucial. You now know that no matter what you have the means of starting a fire.
agatism scratching my head on this one. Pretty sure if you can light a lighter wet you can do when you are wet and need a fire. Pretty sure you missed on this one
I've been meaning to tell you this for a long time but, thank you for the farkle recommendation. I picked it up some time ago because of you. My family and I play it quite often. Thanks again.
Trioxane will evaporate ie exposed to air. Found that out the hard way. You said you're 6'2 in one of your videos. So assuming your hands are proportional that Swiss army looks pretty large? I would add food, beverages and foils, a flare and other small items. Good kit over all. Liked.
You forgot to put in some hot pad. I forgot its name but when you open it gives heat for about 6-8 hours. You put it inside sleeping bag or your jacket (if u are not sleeping), u can even put it in your shoos
Gideon, I love your videos man, I watch every one of them. Huge EDC guy here, I like to switch up my edc packs often. Here's what I think about your videos. I really like them for their informative nature. I like to check out your entire gear list so that maybe I'll pick one or two items and be like "Hey I'm gonna add that to my own pack." It's good that you have diversity and lots of cool gagdets in there. HOWEVER I am 100% sure these packs are NOT practical to haul around DAILY. And here's what I mean. You keep listing 1.5kg pouches, 5-6kg dayhike backpacks, etc. You won't need 9/10 of those items on any outing, so in my opinion, learn to imrpovise, and most importantly: pick multi-functional items, and if you want to take a LOT of stuff with you, "just in case", pick iightweight items. They are emergency items. I'm pretty sure some people can't even go to the store without their 10KG survival bugout SHTF backpack! :D I know a lot of people will disagree with me and that's fine! I just prefer to keep my hike/EDC packs ultralight (but using only items I am certain I will need), and my Car pack heavy (with items I MIGHT need), since I'm not the one hauling around that weight.
you mentioned that you wouldnt have the measuring tape in there if you werent a gear reviewer, but i carry one just like it in my EDC just in my pocket along with my tiny flashlight, nail clippers, mylar blanket, credit card multi-tool, some duck tape, and some cordage. that list there is basically my left pocket. right [pocket is knife and phone and then cargo pockets have things like a pocket saw, battery banks and charging cords, momentary flashlights and hand sanitizer, and all the other little things i might need. all in all theres about 25 pieces to my e"extended" EDC, but 15 for just my average day one. wow i just rambled on there, basically the tape measure goes right in the duck tape organizer i made for the stuff in my left pocket. i have it with my every day. you wouldnt think that you need it outside of measuring knife blade lengths for gear reviews or anything but it sure does come in handy. i may not use it every day, or even every week, but those few times i do need one it certainly does come in handy. (PS: i removed the keychain by undoing the screw on the side a bit and then yanking it out with some needle nose pliers. much better for pocket carry without the keychain.
Maybe it is just me but I always carry a "dumb" phone with me with a prepaid SIM in it. Why? Well it is just for speed when shit hits the fan I can just press 911 and don't have to unlock my smartphone or anything like that. Phone I use is caterpillar ip68 graded and it cost about 50 euros. SIM in there cost like 10 euros and it's always with me wherever I go. Battery lasts 2 weeks before I have to charge it again. I started carrying it after there was a fire in the building I lived and that time I had only a smartphone. So I have some experience on high stress situation and that's when the motor skills come to effect . But hey still a very nice kit and great video! Keep it up man!
Looks good. I have mine loaded out as well. like you I will replace my leatherman wave However I will replace it with my new leatherman P4. For what I do, I have to have my pliers & wire cutters.
I like your load out but just a suggestion. Separate your EDC from your "survival kit" just do the basics. Personally I have my kit available to swap between bags. Travel or edc doesn't matter. Also the Victorinox knife is rockin! My advice if you do nothing else to the kit trade the hiker for a Champ! If I had to choose 1 thing to be dropped of on a desert island with it would be a victorinox swisschamp. Great video! Keep um coming!
I haven't seen anythink to write with, like sharpie or pen/pencil... but you have a notepad :) You could also have a look of Fox40 micro whistle, they are pretty powerful and tiny.
My 2 Cents. I think you made a mistake when you grabbed the Paracord. My Military Training and Experience taught me that Survival Kits have only one Purpose: and that's to stay in one spot until it's an Emergency. There are People in the Military whose only Job is to go through the Kits on a Regular Schedule, and ensure that items that are Expired are Replaced, put in Upgrades if any, then put them back in it's assigned location. They are NOT Backup Storage! Remember that Murphy's Law has extra meaning in the Back Country! Remember when you NEEDED a Tourniquet a few years back? Now the Kit itself isn't bad. And the main thing I'd add is a SWAT-T to the front pocket, because it's a Flat package and can stay sealed up. Hope this helps. Thanks again for the Video and Take Care.
@@papimaximus95 I've seen a couple of tampons frequently included on ultralight hikers lists. They are multi-use items and if the worst comes to the worst, you could offer them to a female hiker that has been caught short.
I carry the Gob Spark Armageddon fire steel, and its from Firesteel.com. Yes big handle, bug fire steel and mine at least had the option of a striker/case for the fire steel itself.
I would lose the Exotac spark thing. You already have a spark with your Bic lighter. I would add a plastic credit card sized magnifying glass instead. Should probably have a couple medical items in there. Band Aids, Advil, etc would not take up much space.
😍👍💓💗 Love these Update kit videos...thanks it is cool that you got lots of water resistant gear in this kit....something I have got to work on. 9:56 I always forget certain knot sets for different camp setups...I gotta get me a card set. Keep up the Great videos...cheers
Great EDC/survival pouch ! I think your missing a folding saw for shelter. 3 components for survival you have only 2.(1) shelter from the elements (a saw) (2) heat or fire capability (3) food
I like the videos, but your opening statemnent had me laughing! "I think this bag is called the __________. I love this thing, I use it all the time" If you really loved it and used it all the time you would know exactly what it was. It doesn't look like it has been outside yet other than for this video LOL!
It makes absolutely no sense that Exotac doesn't make a sleeve for the mini BIC lighter. They told me that the molds were prohibitively expensive...but think how many they'd sell! Someone needs to grab that market away from them!
I understand why you have the tape measure, but you can save yourself a few ounces. Get a seamstress tape. Essentially just a fabric tape measure. Usually have both metric and English and weight nothing.
Did you say FABRIC?!! Perfect!!! Could be use as tinder and char cloth!!
Metric is in English??
It's a measuring tape for fabric but it's made of plastic and usually has metal ends
Laika metric is French
Sorry. Meant to say “...both metric and the-measurement-system-commonly-used-by-a-country-with-a-flag-on-the-moon.”
I always like a few candles (either the roll style or even the small tea candles), they are light, easy to squirrel away and provide yet another way to extend fire or provide some light.
Me too. Especially useful to start a fire with rain or snow.
How about a heavy-duty trash liner 33 gallon or 55 gallon bag great for many things
Agreed I have a few of them
A couple of ziplock bags and a straw as a water drink container to use with your purification tablets. Vertually no space or weight.
That big blue Sawyer water bottle might be enough?
@@gopherstate777 agreed but a zip lock bag could but used as back up or other purposes to
And it take no space or weight at all
I use them all the time,I rather take the zip lock back then tape measurement
Sweet load out! Loved your video. Thankx.
Another classic, although you will definitely get stares, is unlubricated condoms for water, and also to keep gunk out of rifle barrels (with a small rubber band to hold in place).
@@MichaelWebber yeh read lots of Nam biographies. They mention condoms over muzzle with elastic band over think troops at Normandy did similar. I bet when you had to shoot your lead through that f er you weren't laghing at the blasted proferlatic remains though. Black wide pupils the size of saucers, all muscles tensing, all senses tingling, hairs stud up spurred on with adrenaline fuel fear. F I should write a book or just shut the f up. Night night. ATB my man...
Be very careful with the DEET. I had a small leak in my survival bag and it ended up melting my Petzl headlamp to the point it was unusable.
Ben Kickert I’ve been putting mine in a zip-loc bag, along with my sunscreen & hand sanitizer. I’ve not had an incident yet & I’d like to keep it that way!
Chris Con same here.
Yep seem to be it resolves kind of silicone material
Yep, I've seen similar. Whatever is the solvent in Deep Woods Off melts some plastics. I still like the stuff. It works. I put it on my hat and colllar and pant legs rather than bare skin.
I used to do the same, but I learned that DEET only works when applied to bare skin.
I would replace the head lamp and batteries with a foldable crank light since it doesn’t need batteries and it lasts very long
Great load out. Considerations: Fingernail clipper, Sheet of painters plastic (emergency blanket may suffice), thumb drive, Sharpie, garbage bag. Sail needle and thread. Always appreciate what you bring to the table. Thanks for what you do.
Robert Myers I always have a Victorinox mini SAK on me, either a “Manager” or Alox “Classic”. The scissors work really well as as a fingernail clipper!
Great suggestions. I like having some ability to sow and repair stuff. Sharpies are great and a contractors grade trash bag is multi use.
@@papimaximus95 Thumb drive or USB drive that has all your personal information as well as a boot sector to allow you access to a computer. Information on the drive should include picture of your drivers license, passport as well as important numbers like bank account, insurance, deed of trust, phone numbers etc. Have the drive encrypted with a pass word. Hope this answers your question. Thank you for the opportunity to discuss. Heck a spork and zip ties might be nice as well.
@@papimaximus95 Sorry for taking so long to reply. Thumb drive, or flash Drive, a USB memory Stick that has all your important info, Bank Accounts, Will, Phone Numbers, Insurance etc. (encrypted for security)
Aaron, I use Lemon Eucalyptus Insect Replant (Repel Brand) and it works very well. It's not as toxic as DEET and it won't melt synthetic gear or clothing. It works well for the bugs in Texas, I have no way to know about Colorado and the critters you battle up there. It might be a better option for your children as well. Enjoyed the vid, thanks.
You forgot needle and thread
Is this your emergency kit or supposed everything kit for day hikes? As an emergency kit I think you have too much redundancy in the kit itself. It should be the redundant equipment to your pack equipment. For example 3 lights. Your pack load should already have a good flashlight as primary so you're carrying more emergency gear. If this is your day hike essentials gear bag then it works but there are equipment that is nice but too low function for my tastes. Example again the flashlights. If I'm out and stuck after dark I want a light I can see with and be seen with like at least a 500+ lumen light. For my kit I have a handheld and headlamp that both fit that lumen output and use the same battery. A bit heavier then your three lights but I'll trade that weight somewhere else.
Great kit! Also good to know that other people have pretty heavy kits as well!
What I am missing is shelter. Fire is nice and all, but constant rain and no shelter is going to get you into trouble quick.
I would suggest space blankets or something similar. Cheap, small, light. I tend to put those everywhere.. car, packs, kits. If not for using as a blanket then for using it as a makeshift tarp.
Brave Tea yep that’s what I have in the front pocket. Big orange space blanket. Water and wind proof and helps to signal if needed.
gideonstactical whoops! Thanks for setting the record right :)
You do not need a waterproof container for “bic” brand lighters. You can totally submerge them in water, blow the internals off with multiple deep breaths, and they will work very well. Try it yourself. I took a Dave Canterbury course and he showed us this is very possible. I did it myself at the bushcraft course and it works.
Some really lightweight low-space additions: Gallon ziploc bag and several 6 inch zip ties.
I would go with the SAK Rangergrip 178. It's one-handed opening and closing lock blade with a none serrated blade.
Same here my SAK is my first knife
Maybe a tube of "After Bite" for when you do get bit/stung?
I’d add zipties, sewing kit, lip balm, ear plugs, floss, nail clipper, wire saw, a small bag of tinder, and here in the east coast, tick removal device. These add little weight.
I keep only one torch: the Fenix e12. It takes 1 aa, great throw, water tight, and small. So I need only 1 extra aa.
I’d replace bic and spark thrower with box of waterproof matches since you have the fire steel.
You should add a sewing kit in it.
Its important to repair gears and any other things.
Sail needle, some braided fishing line (stronger than thread),55 gal trash bag, couple of zip lock freezer bags, length of plastic/ silicone tubing with a short piece of copper or brass tubing in one end (use as straw or use end with metal tube as fire bellows...metal tubing won't melt if too close to the fire).
Pretty decent. Some say too much, others are saying not enough. You have a full backpack that has your other main concerns. For a condensed bag that can be moved from pack to pack without carrying your whole house, it's enough to get you by. Maybe take a few ideas from the comments but its like some people think youre only carrying that bag with and nothing else. You know what you're doing lol
The Victorinox NS One Hand Trekker has been my EDC for the last 5 years it's a great knife. Unfortunately the non-serrated model is no longer available. The next best model for a NS option now would be the Ranger Grip 79. Thanks for the video and for sharing you thoughts and ideas with us.
Get the u.s.military model, no toothpick or tweezers, but a lot tougher than standard trekker, I'm glad I got mine thru a friend, over a year ago, still going strong.
John Fuller, Respectfully have to disagree! I've been rocking a one handed trekker as my EDC knife for over 10 years and they are pretty darn tough for what they are and how much they cost. The military model is pretty much the same knife minus the super useful tweezers and toothpick. The US military version is a cool knife to be sure but not as useful as the trekker imo. And certainly not tougher or more durable by any means unless I'm mistaken and if so please elaborate on why the military version is tougher.
The bic lighter case is primarily used so the lever does not get pressed down resulting in an empty lighter. The empty lighter can be used as a sparkler in emergency, providing it still sparks.
Great Kit! I would put in a Small Full Tang Blade, Sawyer's Mini Water Filter Straw to drink water on the go, a couple feet of Bank Line and Snare Wire inclusive of your paracord, Med Kit and Garbage Bags as they are small, light and can be used for shelter.
A larger set of tweezers could come in handy. I've used SAK tweezers and the ones that come with the Leatherman Style CS and even though they're compact, they don't have the strength a larger sat does. They are also good for times when your dexterity isn't as good, like you mentioned. And to top it off, they're more precise than a multitool.
I carry a set in my bag that I got for $1 at Walmart and they're great.
Quality flask with 18 year old single malt scotch. Essential to any IFAK. 😺👍👌
The only thing I can really see missing is a small med kit. If that's an emergency bag is should have some medical supplies of some sort.
Mario he runs med kit separate from this one in previous video he mentions
Get a ribbon tape measure, like for checking waist size, cut the weight in half
Did you have anything to boil water in? It's interesting looking at a kit designed to be used in what is obviously cold snowy whether. I live in a coastal part of Australia near Sydney so it never really gets that cold (although it rains a lot) so my pack is a little different.
Your pack follows your needs, that's why yours is different. Something to boil water in, actually surpasses the scope of a survival kit. It actually belongs, hmmm, “to the rest” of the equipment :D I carry an old canteen that comes along with a pot in which the canteen fits into. Both made from aluminum. They used to be Mexican Army standard issue lots of years ago. Try to find something similar. The pot adds minimal overall weight and it really comes in handy.
Another good headlamp is the thruNite th20 it uses one aa or 14500 and it is ipx8 water proof
ANYTHING HERE nice, I will check it out
For any survival kit there has to be elements of survival taken into consideration. First fire, second shelter, third water, fourth signaling, fifth illumination , and so on you look as you are into a good place with this, but as everyone knows those who are serious are always evolving great ideas look for more updates thanks great family Dale
They make (and Amazon sells) an “octopus” usb charge cable. Has 6 or more different types of connectors.
I would think of adding a foldable water bag and maybe one of the thick trash bags.
Check out picaridin vs. DEET. It does not melt plastic as others have mentioned. used it last summer with good results.
I think ur all set for a day hike. You have more then enough items... with you. Good review thank you as always.
The Victorinox Trekker has been my EDC folder for years. I love it!
I love your videos.
I like both Maxpedition and Vanquest products very much. However, something you said, brought up a question. I have had both a Maxpedition and a Vanquest cross body bags stolen on 2 separate occasions. And I had another Maxpedition bag stolen years ago. I lost 2 firearms and a ton of gear.
Do you have any recommendations on anti-theft measures? I do have a tracker device in my new one. I was watching the old ones closely. They were stolen while sitting very close to me, about 5 or 6 feet. No one can have them on their body all the time.
I guess now I’m extremely paranoid. No longer do I let people I don’t know get close to me on the trail, or anywhere else where they may “grab and run.” I am a stocky 6 foot, martial artist/weight lifter, but I’m not a sprinter. I can’t catch a fast runner.
Now, I attach bank line, or paracord to the bag and myself, if I take it off for any length of time. Also, I have made a cover that goes over the bag to disguise its contents and keep hands off its zippers. However, I have to carry my pistol in a holster on my side. Which may solve the problem by itself just by its presence. But there are times I’d rather have it concealed.
There are other measures I take too. But the end result is babysitting my bag is souring my enjoyment of the outdoors.
Any thoughts on this subject???
Papi Maximus I should have said that from the first one to the last one was about a 15 year period of time, give, or take a couple of years. To me, it’s all just like it happened yesterday.
The second One was near the Smoky Mountains. I had it setting right beside me. The little idiot came from behind and ran down the trail. I’m healthy, but walk with a cane sometimes because my knee will occasionally hurt. I just couldn’t run as fast as him, not even close. That guy was gone before I could blink my eyes. I looked for hours. I had No luck whatsoever in finding him.
The third one was stolen here in eastern Kentucky. I was on an ATV that day but I was about 1,500 feet, or more from it. I kept watching this suspicious guy that was with some other people, but pretty far away.
I put my bag down to go behind a tree to urinate. He ran over and grabbed it, quickly ran to a dirt bike and took off. My ATV only goes about 40 to 45 MPH. The dirt bike was way faster. However, I trailed his tracks to the blacktop. I never found him, but I am still looking. And the police have the serial numbers and description of the bike and guy. They think they know who he is, but can’t find him.
The first one was stolen a few years by a guy that used to work for me. I never got it back. But I did get a little revenge on him . . .. (nothing illegal)
And I already had the idea of making a cover to protect zippers and flaps from mud and rain. I made one out of lightweight, heavily waxed, canvas. I cut it to a round shape and sewed small diameter, bungee cord around the circumference. It just sorta goes over it with elastic tension. It slips on and off that way. It also helps with prying eyes, rain, mud, and gives better visibility. I painted an American flag on one side and the other side bright orange. I waxed it with melted bees wax after. I and also wash it off easily. I may make a cameo one.
Papi Maximus I agree. It would be very satisfying. 😈
I have put a tracking device thing in my newest one. It is supposed to have gps capability, but I haven’t tried that yet. I’m going to probably this week.
I bought the Xtac Waterproof lighter sleeve off Amazon and it did not fit a classic Bic. I was so very disappointed but I saw that recently I'm not the only one to have that experience. Where did you get yours?
No first aid? Perhaps that's a separate kit. 3 lights and 3 ways to start a fire seem pretty redundant. Especially since you have trioxane which is stupid easy to light.
I'm new to hiking, but why no Band-Aids or gauze or Bacitracin?
Whirly pack water bags to hold water with your iodine tablets. Get them on amazon. And .99 poncho! The one time I was backpacking in the high uintahs and got caught in a fast rain storm without my poncho. The temp dropped 30 degrees instantly and i was soaked and freezing. Thank goodness I was able to get a roaring fire going to warm and dry! .99 ponchos have saved me and friends many times!!
Nice kit. Maybe some folded up heavy duty foil and some baggies. Thank you for the video.
Zip ties. Lightweight and useful for many things.
You are my favorite channel to get inspiration for all types of kits. Firts aid, survival kits. Also your video 'the perfect layout for a dayhike' is so damn good. Love all your kit updates!
Maybe a couple of those whirl park bags or a couple ziploc bags would be good. Good Kit. Might need to get that sharpener for mine.
I find that to carry as a backup (also for tent guys, taps and such) I get way more value from dyneema cordage than I do from 550 paracord. For the same breaking strain, it's a fraction of the weight and bulk, meaning a can carry more capability with less penalty. It's got some downsides in use, like feel, doesn't like friction, cost, etc. but I still feel these downsides are outweighed by the lightness and bulk reduction.
Not sure how long you had this bug out bag, it appears to me nothing in that bag been used...perhaps never had the need for it which is even more questionable.
Richard Keghinian thanks for the questions. Many of the items are used every month. Namely, the sharpener, fire steel, bic lighter and illumination for different situations or tasks. Many of the other items are for “emergency/survival” situations. Since I am not going out and purposely trying to just live out of this pouch of course they wouldn’t have much use. I have had many of these items years and use them regularly.
I have a 15cm lead for my phone, just to save that little extra space. Also switched my EDC torch to USB rechargeable as it works with the power bank instead of the extra batteries
I was curious as to what was in the Bear Grylls pouch. Dont remember seeing that before.
Been looking for a TSA friendly survival pack load out for when travelling. Just an idea.
A cheap prepaid phone is good to have around. On Black Friday you can often get some pretty decent Android phones for $49, and by pretty decent I mean 2gb/16gb/720p. You can wait until the need arises to activate.
check out tortoise gears small fire rod that replaces the tothpick on the victorinox. Just a backup to a backup type deal but cool and much more useful than a tothpick!
Why not a tourniquet, and also maybe a bicycle?
I’ve washed bic lighters and they worked no problem so making something that is waterproof is kind of over kill.
2=1. 1= none. If the lighter is wet, it’s most likely you are also. This is where getting a fire going is most crucial. You now know that no matter what you have the means of starting a fire.
agatism scratching my head on this one. Pretty sure if you can light a lighter wet you can do when you are wet and need a fire. Pretty sure you missed on this one
I've been meaning to tell you this for a long time but, thank you for the farkle recommendation. I picked it up some time ago because of you. My family and I play it quite often. Thanks again.
Trioxane will evaporate ie exposed to air. Found that out the hard way. You said you're 6'2 in one of your videos. So assuming your hands are proportional that Swiss army looks pretty large? I would add food, beverages and foils, a flare and other small items. Good kit over all. Liked.
You forgot to put in some hot pad. I forgot its name but when you open it gives heat for about 6-8 hours. You put it inside sleeping bag or your jacket (if u are not sleeping), u can even put it in your shoos
Another use for Farkle when you are with others: Roll to see who does the job no one wants to do. Ya can’t argue with the roll of the dice.
Au Teacher haha awesome!
Gideon, I love your videos man, I watch every one of them. Huge EDC guy here, I like to switch up my edc packs often. Here's what I think about your videos. I really like them for their informative nature. I like to check out your entire gear list so that maybe I'll pick one or two items and be like "Hey I'm gonna add that to my own pack." It's good that you have diversity and lots of cool gagdets in there.
HOWEVER I am 100% sure these packs are NOT practical to haul around DAILY. And here's what I mean. You keep listing 1.5kg pouches, 5-6kg dayhike backpacks, etc. You won't need 9/10 of those items on any outing, so in my opinion, learn to imrpovise, and most importantly: pick multi-functional items, and if you want to take a LOT of stuff with you, "just in case", pick iightweight items. They are emergency items. I'm pretty sure some people can't even go to the store without their 10KG survival bugout SHTF backpack! :D
I know a lot of people will disagree with me and that's fine! I just prefer to keep my hike/EDC packs ultralight (but using only items I am certain I will need), and my Car pack heavy (with items I MIGHT need), since I'm not the one hauling around that weight.
Thanks for the comment and input, checkout my more recent video where my pack has been slimmed down to 7.5lbs total before food and water.
you mentioned that you wouldnt have the measuring tape in there if you werent a gear reviewer, but i carry one just like it in my EDC just in my pocket along with my tiny flashlight, nail clippers, mylar blanket, credit card multi-tool, some duck tape, and some cordage. that list there is basically my left pocket. right [pocket is knife and phone and then cargo pockets have things like a pocket saw, battery banks and charging cords, momentary flashlights and hand sanitizer, and all the other little things i might need. all in all theres about 25 pieces to my e"extended" EDC, but 15 for just my average day one. wow i just rambled on there, basically the tape measure goes right in the duck tape organizer i made for the stuff in my left pocket. i have it with my every day. you wouldnt think that you need it outside of measuring knife blade lengths for gear reviews or anything but it sure does come in handy. i may not use it every day, or even every week, but those few times i do need one it certainly does come in handy.
(PS: i removed the keychain by undoing the screw on the side a bit and then yanking it out with some needle nose pliers. much better for pocket carry without the keychain.
Maybe it is just me but I always carry a "dumb" phone with me with a prepaid SIM in it. Why? Well it is just for speed when shit hits the fan I can just press 911 and don't have to unlock my smartphone or anything like that. Phone I use is caterpillar ip68 graded and it cost about 50 euros. SIM in there cost like 10 euros and it's always with me wherever I go. Battery lasts 2 weeks before I have to charge it again. I started carrying it after there was a fire in the building I lived and that time I had only a smartphone. So I have some experience on high stress situation and that's when the motor skills come to effect . But hey still a very nice kit and great video! Keep it up man!
Looks good. I have mine loaded out as well. like you I will replace my leatherman wave However I will replace it with my new leatherman P4. For what I do, I have to have my pliers & wire cutters.
Where do you get the battery case?
I like your load out but just a suggestion. Separate your EDC from your "survival kit" just do the basics. Personally I have my kit available to swap between bags. Travel or edc doesn't matter. Also the Victorinox knife is rockin! My advice if you do nothing else to the kit trade the hiker for a Champ! If I had to choose 1 thing to be dropped of on a desert island with it would be a victorinox swisschamp. Great video! Keep um coming!
Wil Buckner I will look into it
Where can i buy that pouch bag?
I haven't seen anythink to write with, like sharpie or pen/pencil... but you have a notepad :)
You could also have a look of Fox40 micro whistle, they are pretty powerful and tiny.
He had a pen in there.
@@amgolfer3591 oh! Somehow I must have missed it... sorry :)
How many folding pocket knives do you own?
J alot
My 2 Cents. I think you made a mistake when you grabbed the Paracord. My Military Training and Experience taught me that Survival Kits have only one Purpose: and that's to stay in one spot until it's an Emergency. There are People in the Military whose only Job is to go through the Kits on a Regular Schedule, and ensure that items that are Expired are Replaced, put in Upgrades if any, then put them back in it's assigned location. They are NOT Backup Storage! Remember that Murphy's Law has extra meaning in the Back Country! Remember when you NEEDED a Tourniquet a few years back? Now the Kit itself isn't bad. And the main thing I'd add is a SWAT-T to the front pocket, because it's a Flat package and can stay sealed up. Hope this helps. Thanks again for the Video and Take Care.
A back-up compass, bacitracin, a couple of tampons, and some electrical tape....just some ideas
@@papimaximus95 I've seen a couple of tampons frequently included on ultralight hikers lists. They are multi-use items and if the worst comes to the worst, you could offer them to a female hiker that has been caught short.
Great review and update as always. Is that a new watch on test? Not the usual G-shock.
Bill Fisken yep video soon
Heavy duty foil; advil; ointment and med tape?
what watch are you wearing in the video? you can see it for a brief second at 8:18
I carry the Gob Spark Armageddon fire steel, and its from Firesteel.com. Yes big handle, bug fire steel and mine at least had the option of a striker/case for the fire steel itself.
If it were me I'd put some bandaids/gauze something of that nature unless you have a separate med kit in your pack
I love edc and/or survival pouch dumps! Its an education to see what others are carrying. Good stuff- keep up the great work!
Love the sharpener works great definitely recommended
Would add tinfoil, change the power cord to a multi plug power cord, melted straws filled with all kinds of things, and storm matches.
Great show. Tape is good for crab and fish when tapped for fun instead of survival
no fleshlight lube?
Need one of them for all my bits n Bob's lol
Where's the gear list?
Nicely done! I like that you've got redundancy plans just incase something fails. A fellow Exotac fan nice!
I would lose the Exotac spark thing. You already have a spark with your Bic lighter. I would add a plastic credit card sized magnifying glass instead. Should probably have a couple medical items in there. Band Aids, Advil, etc would not take up much space.
😍👍💓💗 Love these Update kit videos...thanks
it is cool that you got lots of water resistant gear in this kit....something I have got to work on.
9:56 I always forget certain knot sets for different camp setups...I gotta get me a card set.
Keep up the Great videos...cheers
Awesome survival Pouch Aaron an thanks for showing it Sir
Great EDC/survival pouch ! I think your missing a folding saw for shelter. 3 components for survival you have only 2.(1) shelter from the elements (a saw) (2) heat or fire capability (3) food
The trekker has the most awesome in any multi tool ever. You wouldn't think so but I have one and it is.
Love Exotac products. I have the nanoStriker in my EDC, but IMHO, lose the Exotac Spark Wheel. Buy 15 Bic lighters for $22, and carry two.
That looks more like a 35mm film case, not an 8mm
VAMobMember thanks your right
What pouch is that? Maxpedition???
Vanquest. Great little pouch.
all your electrical should be rechargeable with a bigger power bank
Too much stuff for a day hike. It’s perfect for a few days in the woods though. Quality stuff either way.
You dont need a leatherman. Get a light weight spyderco.
I like the videos, but your opening statemnent had me laughing!
"I think this bag is called the __________. I love this thing, I use it all the time"
If you really loved it and used it all the time you would know exactly what it was. It doesn't look like it has been outside yet other than for this video
LOL!
I love my SAK Trekker I edc it for at least a year
👍nr one knife
Hello my outdoors friend, thank you for sharing this great review. It is very comprehensive kit. Take care and be safe out there. 🤗
It makes absolutely no sense that Exotac doesn't make a sleeve for the mini BIC lighter. They told me that the molds were prohibitively expensive...but think how many they'd sell! Someone needs to grab that market away from them!
I didn't see the hyperlink to find the game the dice
Nice! Happy Easter!
I thank you so much plz do this next year
Lot's of eggs, only one basket...😎
Careful not to drop it.
Pass the pigs >> Farkle