I'v seen so many videos of people making bug out bags and you can clearly tell they didn't think anything through. But yours is great. One of the best iv seen and i can tell you have put a lot of thought into this bag. Great video man
+3vil3lvis Thanks for the reply! I am planning on getting the GoalZero rechargeable flashlight that will charge with the Nomad7. I do have some of those items in my medical kit. I agree on the water filtration and just haven't decided on one yet, i.e. pump, or gravity etc. I do have maps but didn't show them as they weren't in the bag yet. Hat is a great idea for the bug net and will add that by summer. I don't use my tarp in the winter because I use a Snugpak Scorpion tent. Good idea on the chocolate ;) Thanks for watching!
" I am I am a Michigan Man. Ask where I'm from and I'll show you my hands. Lord above I love this land. I am a Michigan Man." -Mike Ridley 'Michigan Man'
Well, first of all, I would like to congratulate you for this very efficient kit. You are the first person I’ve seen on RUclips to have a realistic bag. Everything you have has a purpose, you don’t have junk you thought was cool or whatever. So kudos to you. Tip/ if I were you, I’d have the compass tied to the outside of my back, so as I’m hiking, I have easy access to the compass, instead of Putting the pack down and opening it up each time to get the compass.
One of the best bug out bags on youtube. Couple of thoughts .....Seems like you have picked some of the best gear in their individual class, however not all of your gear compliment each other (ie. the Fenix flashlight can't be recharged by your goal zero, water filter can't filter water into another container, compass without a map, gun without a blow out kit, bug net without a hat, peanut butter without chocolate =). Not sure why you wouldn't use your snug pack sil tarp during winter time. Suggestions: 1.) Goal Zero Guide 10 Plus Recharger + rechargeable batteries + AA or AAA flashlight with a cree XP-G2 emitter. 2.) Sawyer Squeeze One + modified Turbo Tube + 2 1Liter Platypus collapsible bottles. Sawyer Squeeze Tornado Tube Mod suggested by Jon Fong (Flat Cat Gear) 3.) National Geographic waterproof map of your state. 4.) IFAK consisting of a tourniquet, quickclot Combat gauze, Isreali Battle Dressing, pair of chest seals, Naso Pharangeal airway w/ lube, 14 gauge x 3.25 inch needle for decompression of Tension Pneumothorax. If you do not know how to use these medical supplies, take a class, ask a military friend or a nurse to show you or buy the book "68W advanced field craft combat medic skills". 5.) If the net is sitting against your skin bugs will bite you through the netting. The sea to summit bug net is best when paired with a hat that has a wide brim all the way around it, like a boonie hat, cowboy hat or a pith helmet. 6.) M&M's for your peanut butter and more ready to eat foods...like protein bars, nuts , jerky, granola, crackers. 7.) Separate bag with clothing appropriate to bugging out. Odds are you will not be wearing your ideal bug out clothing when you need to bug out. I recommend a pair of boots that are broken in, wool socks, wool base layer (because wool doesn't smell bad after the first day of wearing it and you may need to wear it for 3 or more days), grid fleece mid layer, insect repellant shirt and pants (Columbia and/or ExOfficio) , down vest or jacket, turtle fur, gloves, sturdy belt and a waterproof shell. 8.) The best prep is a full gas tank. Make a plan, practice your route, test your gear.
Good video. The only true way to determin what your're going to need in your bug out bag is get the essentials then actually go out and live off of it for a weekend. Evaluate what was a waste of money and what you left out. But the most important of all is do you have a well thought out plan. Where are you going, how are you going to get there, are you healthy enough to actually survive outside the home or shelter. You should live in survival mode for a couple of weekends a year to keep in practice and have a realistic idea of what your going to place.... Plan, prepare, practice. IF not, don't waste your time and money on a bug out bag.
This is an outstanding B.O.B and a great video showing it off. Your explanation of the items contained is concise and direct, unlike some of the other videos of this type. Excellent job!
I really enjoyed your video. You seem to have the basics covered without too much extra. It was a big help. I look forward to seeing your other videos.
Wanted to add a bit more. A couple of days ago I was in a Sportsman's warehouse store. While there I came across a 'Dual tool'. Its made by a company called Camilius. It is a Titanium Hatchet, VERY sharp out of the box (Will hone the edge this weekend), and integrated into the handle is a Titanium Limb Saw. I got it for just under $40.00. You & your viewers might want to check it out. I've played with it a little already, and so far I REALLY like it!
Cool video. I got a vulture 2 last year off e bay last year. It was barely used and got a great deal on it too. The seller said he only used it for one weekend trip and it looked like it was brand new. Really like it. looks like a great bug out bag. I bet all the people that stuck on the highways down south in the snow and ice storms we had this last winter who didn't have a BOB like that with them wish they did.
Excellent video! We have almost the exact same items, though not same brands. I carry a snare and small fishing kit and "frog spear". I do put my clothes, including extra socks in zip lock bags which then go in my backpack with the water proof liner installed. I know about Michigan...was stationed in St. Ignace for five years! Again, great vid and great choice of items!
Very similar, my favorite 3day pack is the Condor 2, I like the molle system on mine, when I go into the woods, my defence is my converted 1911 .45acp., to a .460 Rowland, I think both of us have similar tools too. Thanx for sharing, and reminding me of mine, Thanx.
Seems to me that you have a very useful, very well thought out kit there. You can tell that you live in Mich. I'm from far northern WI. and experience the wilderness almost everyday.
Really like the BOB, some great useful items and its well organized. How do you find the Maxpedition Vulture pack, is it a lot bigger than the Condor II? Many thanks, Mike
I love the Vulture II as a BOB or I guess as a overnight bag. Don't know as if I would carry it for just an outing in the woods. I picked up a Versipack by Maxpedition and will use that for day hikes. I also have a larger pack for several days in the woods. But for its purpose I love it. Not a lot bigger but bigger yes. Thanks for watching Mike - Ben
Aside from the multiple knives this was super awesome! several things that I didn't think of or didn't even know existed. I.e. bag peanut butter, and a mini stove, tac pen and paper. I will certainly be adding these things! although I don't think southern California weather will get harsh enough to need extreme weather outfittings lol
I current have my entire setup layed our in front of me and I have to say you've completely to dwarfed my set up. I'm going to have to make a stop to the military surplus store! thanks for the inspiration!
Great video, thanks for not spending 2 hours explaining simple everyday gear that needs know explanation. I like seeing these bags and what people think of when planning survival and I think what you have here is much longer than a 72 hour bag. There is probably over $500 worth of name brand items in this bag and it makes me scratch my head to see that these companies are successful in ripping people off with these over price pieces of gear, if 72 hours is all your wanting to prepare for you could have saved $400 and been just as comfortable, a company like Maxpedition will sew there giant "look at me" patch to the same nylon bag or pouch that every other company puts out and charge triple for it. My advice to anyone using these videos to create a bag would be to visit your local surplus and spend half the money for twice the quanity and equal quality for U.S. Military gear.
Some great ideas, but some things you might need is entry tools (bolt cutters, hack saw, etc) and way to escape ( smoke bombs). never assume you will be in the woods when u bug out. cheers!
Really good setup brother.A lot like how I have my bags packed.Going to throw some suggestions at you. 1. Get a smaller duffle bag and put your bugout clothes,boots etc... in it, then put your compass,flashlight,knife and everything else you are putting on yourself onto the belt and pockets.This way you can free up more room in your main bag for more food and socks. 2. More socks,wool or merino wool even better. 30 years in the army here up in Canada, more socks lol 3. You need a small light weight pot set. 72 hrs can turn into weeks. 4. Small survival sas handbook in there. What I did also was to buy a used blackberry playbook 64 gb for all the literature you download on survival,hunting,trapping etc. Piratebay has great torrents on survival info,some are peoples whole collections. Does not take long to charge the blackberry by way of solar panel. 5. Get a usb flashlight, charge by way of solar.make sure you get one that can use a colored lense like red for when you are in some bush so you do not get detected very easily. 6. A map and laminate it and fold it up like a book,likely a video on youtube for that. Get a map that is as detailed as the military would use. Forestry has what you need. Is your compass declination set up for your part of the world. 7. Buy or make some ranger beads for counting your distances. The odds that you will be going in a straight line are slim to none on the move.All treks using a map when bugging out will always have different legs to the destination. This is what the canadian army does. A. You have to know the distance of your step on differnent terrains depending on the time of year. Example summer: open ground hard packed,thick brush,swamp,day/night (steps are shorter in night in the brush than by day,thought of branches in the eye will shorten your step). Example winter: How deep is the snow,using snowshoes. B. So if you practice by day and night by hiking a few legs on different terrain then you will know how long your step is. This is where your ranger beads come into play. I f you have 5 different legs on your trek with diffent terrains you have to count yor steps and use the ranger beads to keep track. Then you will know at the end of each trek when to change the bearing on the compass to head to your next leg. If you are bugging out and you really want to get to where you are going safely stay away from pathes and always rely on the compass. C. Pay attention when you practice to how much you veer to the left and right when you get to the end of the leg. measure distance on the map to the count on your ranger beads then you will know how much more you walked. You will also know how much you are off exactly left or right when you have to look for your training marker. D. Always get a compass with a lid and mirror on it. This way you can fold the cover down look into the mirror,line up your bearing so you can site it to a prominent object in the distance by day, makes traveling faster when you do not have to look at your compass so much. E. Know what your back bearing is, always mark your bearings and legs down,and not just on your arm or hand,sweat erases them. F. When you are on a leg of your trek and you are not alone always point out something you pass as the point to return to incase you all have to scramble from a threat. G. Always ,always plan 2 diffrerent routes incase you have to change. SORRY FOR HARPING ON NAVIGATION BUT: A compass and map are easy to learn, It is the rest that is more difficult to learn. make it fun and when you practice with other people put a beer or a treat at your marker for the winner. 8. Good comunication setup you have.I would add to light cheap radios in there, incase you get separated from another person. besides you may have to bring someone with you when the shtf : Ie someone from work, or even a hot babe that needs to get home. Who knows you could be at work and yes you can get your 72 out of the truck but you can"t use the truck, nice to have a second pair of eyes with you to get home to the family. 9. Throw some snaring wire in your pack and a small fishing kit. 10. Get some stitching needles and a maual how to stitch wounds. One deep cut and you are not making the 72. 11. If anyone can afford this water fiter,this is the best of the best,would never use another , good for 13,000 gallons , Katadyn Pocket www.katadyn.com/usen/katadyn-products/products/katadynshopconnect/katadyn-water-filters-endurance-series-products/katadyn-pocket-1/
Great video dude and you have a lot of areas covered, will be doing my first ever comprehensive EDC video this week so would luv your thoughts on it when posted ~Peace~
Wow, I have that exact same thermometer/compass gadget. I got it a few years ago for Christmas. Overall your set up is really nice, and gave me some ideas for my own pack. Thanks for the post.
great video lots of good stuff my bob is close to the same except have use 5,11 72hr bag i also carry a pair of work gloves, couple bandannas and a couple big garbage bags you can use for a bunch of things. love how organized it is.
Great get home bag. Very well thought out. The one thing I would add to would be the med. kit Quick clot. Great stuff and maybe some extra loaded clips. maxpedition offers a mag. pouch
Wow. You and I really think alike! :-o I have the same bag, with mostly the same items. My sleeping bag is very similar, but it takes up a bit more space in my bag, so I have to pack it upright. I'll be attaching it to the bottom of my bag later on. (It's a Denali Defnder cammo hooded XL) and filling the inside with some clothes and food that I've packed as day by day ration packs. After looking at loads of camel back type water carriers, I went with a Source 3lt low profile, military edition (Lies very flat & has braided outer hosing). I also added a bunch more pouches to the outside of my pack. I have the same water bottle pouch holding my ESBIT alcohol stove burner & titanium cook set (Evernew ECA278 Ti UL Stacking Set). On the opposite side, I have a Maxpedition 7x5x4 Vertical GP Pouch. On the front is my 5x7x4 horizontal GP pouch next to my 1 litre military water bottle & holder (where I also store a small plastic mirror. On the waist strap, I've added a Maxpedition Anemone where I keep my military lensatic compass, 4" Clip-On Phone Holster with my Baofeng UV5R+, SKU 1411 Single Sheath for my leatherman. Inside the pack, I also have a Sam Splint (Really a luxury item because I could improvise), Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter (Filters down to absolute 0.1 microns and is guaranteed for up to one million U.S. gallons!) The rest is nearly exactly the same stuff as you have; only subtle differences such as brands or slight visual differences.
Living Survival Nice. Sorry, I don't make any videos of my own. I only have a few random videos uploaded. One night, while lying in bed, I started adding up the approximate cost of my emergency bag and everything in it. It added up to arount a thousand bucks!(Australian). Still, that's the price of preparedness, if we don't want things that'll break. In my car, I keep a Maxpedition FR1 EDC kit. I'll have to list that some other time, because it's late here.
Excellent presentation. I've watched this several times.Especially enjoyed learning about specific types of gear that I didn't have. I re-evaluated the contents of my bag and then decided to add a few of the exact items you mentioned because they were of superior quality to what I had already (CRKT folder for example-wicked sharp!- and the Fenix PD35-high quality, flashlight: compact, powerful, BLINDING light) : I like to continually improve on what I have. A very useful and interesting video. Nice job. ( BTW, the cameo appearance by your dog was a nice touch :) I am looking forward to whatever is your next video. Wil
That was awesome. The only thing I would recommend is bring pads/tampons. They most likely won't be for you but Tampons can stop bleeding from bulletholes if necessary.
A shemagh would be a good idea, but when you pulled that sleeping bag out that blew my mind ! that's a lot of space, my camelbak motherlode could not handle all that .
Nice BOB. I have been collecting gear to make one, and it seems like you read my mind on almost everything... Stuff most people don't include like the radios, solar charger etc, but I would use the bigger Nomad 7 and guide 10 charger, so I could charge AA, AAA... I would also add a Sawyer Mini water filter, it lasts much longer than the survival straw, (but doesn't remove chemicals), idk if your does. Good production quality on the video, as well, I'll check out your others.
Nice pack, the outside load out looks almost exactly like mine except I have the Condor II. Like you said in earlier comments, I'm also continuously updating and changing my gear around too. The last video I made was about 4 years ago, I'm waiting for a few more parts to come in then I will do an update video.
I don't get why everybody carries so many cutting tools. You got 5 knives, an axe and a saw. Plus duplicates of everything, why do you need 5 flashlights? I don't get it...And what is a " tactical pen " I've never heard of such foolishness....
An axe and a saw is a must for me in the woods if I am going to do any major wood processing. A heavy weight knife is good for batoning wood and wood processing as well. A smaller knife is handy for skinning game or processing food/animals. Multi-tool just happens to come with a blade and I'll never go anywhere without one. As far as the lights go, yes overkill for some, but my main torch won't last long, then its good to have one that runs on standard batteries in case you can't find the 123's in a shtf situation and then a crank light for when you fully run out. A headlight always goes with me. Try using a regular pen in a pouring rain or negative temps. You may need to write a note and leave it on a wet vehicle for example. The point of redundancy is so you will survive and everyone else won't.
I'm just saying because when I go backpacking by myself I burn a fire all night because there is lots of bears here and I never have to use an axe to cut wood, or a saw.. I just break the wood up in between trees, it's faster then chopping or sawing. I'm real strict when it comes to carrying unnecessary weight...
I have the same pack and it is great! I use it for a wilderness survival B.O.B. Two things: (1) I use the condor battle belt which makes it so much more comfortable at 25lbs+. (2) I also carry deodorant because it is more of a comfort item. I don't need deodorant but if it makes me more comfortable then why not? Great video and great bag!
I like your gear man. It seems you have thought long and hard about your items. I was very surprised to see such a large sleeping bag pop out from your bag, especially after unpacking the vast majority of it. I have subscribed and look forward to seeing more videos. UK watcher
Very well packed bugout/get home bag. This is an excellent video. I think I will be shouting your channel out when I do my next shout video. Great stuff. I am glad you found my channel my friend.
I like your video. I especially like that when you showed your gear you gave the brand name and the model of your gear. I had amazon.com opened up just to save some of the things i want to pick up. My BOB is almost finished but some of those things that you have I'll definitely have to add. Thanks for sharing.
I didn't like the clip on my Sidekick. It was moving side to side, even after I tried to tighten it. I took it off and it's in a Nite-Ize pouch on my belt. The Bushlore is a great knife! My buddy has one and I've used it a few times. I also have two of those Nalgene bottle holders on my pack for "balance" and I love the side pockets on them for extra storage. Thanks for the video.
Nice gear and a well thought out bug out bag. I would have carried more food enough for about a week. If you think about the weight of the food plus the bag , it might be too heavy. It would be good to do a series of bug out food like dehydrated or vacuum packed food that you would actually enjoy eating, Three full English breakfast should be high on the list lol. Thanks great channel mate
Not just that, any natural disaster. Would have been nice for those people stuck on the rooftops for days to have shelter, a way to boil water, food, etc. We had a ice storm that knocked out our power for 3 days recently and I used many of the contents to make things easier.
I really like your kit! I'm totally with you. 2 small thoughts about minor things. 1st: maybe you don't want to carry a tintan spork inside your plastic bottle. It will scratch the inside of the bottle, *cause it's made of much harder material. Not a big deal, but less easy to clean your bottle when scratched? I'm thinking about better hygiene. 2nd: I would exchange the compass to a more stable model. Like a folding one. Just to protect it from breaking.
Already on the USB, just wasn't in there. Guess that does me no good eh? Also I missed the signal mirror that was down in one of the pockets, lol. Thanks for watching and the comment!
You should add a book to keep your mind sharp so you can stay focused on on the book and get your mind on the positive side.i might do this design in my survival bag
Great vid! Deffo a few things I've seen that I want for my bag lol. Only thing I can't have is the handgun living in the UK, majorly pissed about that one! Good for hunting and self protection! Top vid mate.
Very nice. Much more thorough than mine What is your estimate of the cost of the contents of your bag? I breifly got lost in unfamiliar territory, 16 degrees outside. I would have been okay with what I had, but just okay. Thanks.
I added it up and not including the EDC items such as handgun, phone etc., it is about $1250. Most was the sleep system and gadgets. I sold many old items I wasn't using anymore on Ebay, so my out of pocket was around $250. If I were making a bag to just sit there I wouldn't have spent the money and just gone cheap, but I use the bag and many of its contents daily so was worth it to me. Thanks for watching!
I was at my cousins house in the Jackson/ pleasant lake area. What a storm!!! Glad to see more Michigan preppers out there!
Good Video!!
Thanks!!
I'v seen so many videos of people making bug out bags and you can clearly tell they didn't think anything through. But yours is great. One of the best iv seen and i can tell you have put a lot of thought into this bag. Great video man
Thanks, means a lot, I did do a boatload of research on what I wanted. I'll have more videos on more gear soon.
+3vil3lvis Thanks for the reply! I am planning on getting the GoalZero rechargeable flashlight that will charge with the Nomad7. I do have some of those items in my medical kit. I agree on the water filtration and just haven't decided on one yet, i.e. pump, or gravity etc. I do have maps but didn't show them as they weren't in the bag yet. Hat is a great idea for the bug net and will add that by summer. I don't use my tarp in the winter because I use a Snugpak Scorpion tent. Good idea on the chocolate ;) Thanks for watching!
I probably sound like an idiot, but whats a rolly polly? You said it at 3 somthing
+TitanWolf25 - www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/Mini-Rollypoly-Folding-Dump-Pouch-p219.htm
This is a well thought out bag period.
Wow...that Max Vulture 2 is a big bag....carries alot...thanks for showing , just how much...
I like how you rigged up your axe. Great Gear
cheers
I try to follow your lead, when it comes to bug out bags. I'm also in Michigan so your bag is perfect for me! thank you for all your tip's.
" I am I am a Michigan Man. Ask where I'm from and I'll show you my hands. Lord above I love this land. I am a Michigan Man." -Mike Ridley 'Michigan Man'
Well, first of all, I would like to congratulate you for this very efficient kit. You are the first person I’ve seen on RUclips to have a realistic bag. Everything you have has a purpose, you don’t have junk you thought was cool or whatever. So kudos to you.
Tip/ if I were you, I’d have the compass tied to the outside of my back, so as I’m hiking, I have easy access to the compass, instead of Putting the pack down and opening it up each time to get the compass.
One of the best bug out bags on youtube.
Couple of thoughts .....Seems like you have picked some of the best gear in their individual class, however not all of your gear compliment each other (ie. the Fenix flashlight can't be recharged by your goal zero, water filter can't filter water into another container, compass without a map, gun without a blow out kit, bug net without a hat, peanut butter without chocolate =).
Not sure why you wouldn't use your snug pack sil tarp during winter time.
Suggestions:
1.) Goal Zero Guide 10 Plus Recharger + rechargeable batteries + AA or AAA flashlight with a cree XP-G2 emitter.
2.) Sawyer Squeeze One + modified Turbo Tube + 2 1Liter Platypus collapsible bottles. Sawyer Squeeze Tornado Tube Mod suggested by Jon Fong (Flat Cat Gear)
3.) National Geographic waterproof map of your state.
4.) IFAK consisting of a tourniquet, quickclot Combat gauze, Isreali Battle Dressing, pair of chest seals, Naso Pharangeal airway w/ lube, 14 gauge x 3.25 inch needle for decompression of Tension Pneumothorax. If you do not know how to use these medical supplies, take a class, ask a military friend or a nurse to show you or buy the book "68W advanced field craft combat medic skills".
5.) If the net is sitting against your skin bugs will bite you through the netting. The sea to summit bug net is best when paired with a hat that has a wide brim all the way around it, like a boonie hat, cowboy hat or a pith helmet.
6.) M&M's for your peanut butter and more ready to eat foods...like protein bars, nuts , jerky, granola, crackers.
7.) Separate bag with clothing appropriate to bugging out. Odds are you will not be wearing your ideal bug out clothing when you need to bug out. I recommend a pair of boots that are broken in, wool socks, wool base layer (because wool doesn't smell bad after the first day of wearing it and you may need to wear it for 3 or more days), grid fleece mid layer, insect repellant shirt and pants (Columbia and/or ExOfficio) , down vest or jacket, turtle fur, gloves, sturdy belt and a waterproof shell.
8.) The best prep is a full gas tank.
Make a plan, practice your route, test your gear.
It doesn't matter how many times I watch this vid. Always interesting to me. One of the best vids out hands down...
Thanks brother, I'll have a update and some changes coming soon in the next part of my series Prepared To Survive.
Looking forward to it for sure. I'm trying to base my equipment off of what your set is but a tad bit different, not by much though. Great work...
Good video. The only true way to determin what your're going to need in your bug out bag is get the essentials then actually go out and live off of it for a weekend. Evaluate what was a waste of money and what you left out. But the most important of all is do you have a well thought out plan. Where are you going, how are you going to get there, are you healthy enough to actually survive outside the home or shelter. You should live in survival mode for a couple of weekends a year to keep in practice and have a realistic idea of what your going to place.... Plan, prepare, practice. IF not, don't waste your time and money on a bug out bag.
+BennyCFD good input and agreed. test your gear. my motto is prepare. adapt. survive.
Every thing except the kitchen sink,best kit I have seen yet though.
This is an outstanding B.O.B and a great video showing it off. Your explanation of the items contained is concise and direct, unlike some of the other videos of this type. Excellent job!
Thanks, I tried to make it to the point and if anyone wants a review of any of the items I figured I would make a separate video.
cool pack and setup i really like the idea of keeping things in a water bottle to save space !!
I really enjoyed your video. You seem to have the basics covered without too much extra. It was a big help. I look forward to seeing your other videos.
I put some time and effort into researching what I wanted, thanks for watching.
the time and effort really show. Great job.
Thanks for taking the time to post your video. I like your pace and the fact that you describe each item in detail as you go through them.
I didn't want to make it a 30+ minute video or put it in parts, thanks for watching ;)-
Wanted to add a bit more. A couple of days ago I was in a Sportsman's warehouse store. While there I came across a 'Dual tool'.
Its made by a company called Camilius. It is a Titanium Hatchet, VERY sharp out of the box (Will hone the edge this weekend), and integrated into the handle is a Titanium Limb Saw. I got it for just under $40.00. You & your viewers might want to check it out. I've played with it a little already, and so far I REALLY like it!
great kit! only thing I would recommend adding is Snare wire and a Map of your area. Other than that, I would pack the same things!
Map added, snare wire good idea, thanks ;)-
a list in the description would be great, thanks
Cool video. I got a vulture 2 last year off e bay last year. It was barely used and got a great deal on it too. The seller said he only used it for one weekend trip and it looked like it was brand new. Really like it.
looks like a great bug out bag. I bet all the people that stuck on the highways down south in the snow and ice storms we had this last winter who didn't have a BOB like that with them wish they did.
I used it stuck at my house with no power during that ice storm in Michigan
Excellent video! We have almost the exact same items, though not same brands. I carry a snare and small fishing kit and "frog spear". I do put my clothes, including extra socks in zip lock bags which then go in my backpack with the water proof liner installed. I know about Michigan...was stationed in St. Ignace for five years! Again, great vid and great choice of items!
Very nice setup. Informative video as well. Greetings from a fellow Michigander now living in OH. Good to see another local guy! -Woody
Thanks for watching Woody, going to check out your channel as well ;)-
Really liked your take on the subject, got a lot of good ideas. Thanks.
Pretty nice equipped BOB.
Very similar, my favorite 3day pack is the Condor 2, I like the molle system on mine, when I go into the woods, my defence is my converted 1911 .45acp., to a .460 Rowland, I think both of us have similar tools too. Thanx for sharing, and reminding me of mine, Thanx.
Seems to me that you have a very useful, very well thought out kit there. You can tell that you live in Mich. I'm from far northern WI. and experience the wilderness almost everyday.
Great bag! It looks like you really put a lot of thought into it.
Really like the BOB, some great useful items and its well organized.
How do you find the Maxpedition Vulture pack, is it a lot bigger than the Condor II?
Many thanks,
Mike
I love the Vulture II as a BOB or I guess as a overnight bag. Don't know as if I would carry it for just an outing in the woods. I picked up a Versipack by Maxpedition and will use that for day hikes. I also have a larger pack for several days in the woods. But for its purpose I love it. Not a lot bigger but bigger yes. Thanks for watching Mike - Ben
Great system! I'm using the Vulture II also,with the 10x4 bottle holder, the FR-1,and the Fatty outside of it. May be the best bag for an emergency.
I agree, I might pick up the Maxpedition Jumbo Versipack for a day bag.
Aside from the multiple knives this was super awesome! several things that I didn't think of or didn't even know existed. I.e. bag peanut butter, and a mini stove, tac pen and paper. I will certainly be adding these things! although I don't think southern California weather will get harsh enough to need extreme weather outfittings lol
I agree, I change it up for the seasons and what I will most likely be wearing at the time.
I current have my entire setup layed our in front of me and I have to say you've completely to dwarfed my set up. I'm going to have to make a stop to the military surplus store! thanks for the inspiration!
David Eskay thanks for watching!
Amazing what a bag can cost after buying all the pouches. I added it all up for mine and if I told my wife...well, you know. I have this bag. Love it.
yep. but if you modify over time its not so bad. key is to start somewhere.
This is the best bug out bag video I've seen so far.
Thanks for watching!
Nice setup. i just got the vultureII so now to fill it up
Nice kit, really covers a lot of situations. Thanks.
thanks for watching!
Nice the only thing different I would do is put the sleeping bag on the outside to save room, to add more stuff
Great video, thanks for not spending 2 hours explaining simple everyday gear that needs know explanation. I like seeing these bags and what people think of when planning survival and I think what you have here is much longer than a 72 hour bag. There is probably over $500 worth of name brand items in this bag and it makes me scratch my head to see that these companies are successful in ripping people off with these over price pieces of gear, if 72 hours is all your wanting to prepare for you could have saved $400 and been just as comfortable, a company like Maxpedition will sew there giant "look at me" patch to the same nylon bag or pouch that every other company puts out and charge triple for it. My advice to anyone using these videos to create a bag would be to visit your local surplus and spend half the money for twice the quanity and equal quality for U.S. Military gear.
Sweet bag! You also have a lot of cool/useful gear. You have several items that I have not considered... But will now. Thanks for the share.
Always nice to see other people's gear even if you don't like the video. I watch BOB' videos all the time lol ;)- Thanks for the comment.
Great looking setup! Really like the fire kit!!
Some great ideas, but some things you might need is entry tools (bolt cutters, hack saw, etc) and way to escape ( smoke bombs). never assume you will be in the woods when u bug out. cheers!
Good points, thanks for watching ;)-
Really good setup brother.A lot like how I have my bags packed.Going to throw some suggestions at you.
1. Get a smaller duffle bag and put your bugout clothes,boots etc... in it, then put your compass,flashlight,knife and everything else you are putting on yourself onto the belt and pockets.This way you can free up more room in your main bag for more food and socks.
2. More socks,wool or merino wool even better. 30 years in the army here up in Canada, more socks lol
3. You need a small light weight pot set. 72 hrs can turn into weeks.
4. Small survival sas handbook in there. What I did also was to buy a used blackberry playbook 64 gb for all the literature you download on survival,hunting,trapping etc. Piratebay has great torrents on survival info,some are peoples whole collections. Does not take long to charge the blackberry by way of solar panel.
5. Get a usb flashlight, charge by way of solar.make sure you get one that can use a colored lense like red for when you are in some bush so you do not get detected very easily.
6. A map and laminate it and fold it up like a book,likely a video on youtube for that. Get a map that is as detailed as the military would use. Forestry has what you need. Is your compass declination set up for your part of the world.
7. Buy or make some ranger beads for counting your distances. The odds that you will be going in a straight line are slim to none on the move.All treks using a map when bugging out will always have different legs to the destination. This is what the canadian army does.
A. You have to know the distance of your step on differnent terrains depending on the time of year. Example summer: open ground hard packed,thick brush,swamp,day/night (steps are shorter in night in the brush than by day,thought of branches in the eye will shorten your step). Example winter: How deep is the snow,using snowshoes.
B. So if you practice by day and night by hiking a few legs on different terrain then you will know how long your step is. This is where your ranger beads come into play. I f you have 5 different legs on your trek with diffent terrains you have to count yor steps and use the ranger beads to keep track. Then you will know at the end of each trek when to change the bearing on the compass to head to your next leg. If you are bugging out and you really want to get to where you are going safely stay away from pathes and always rely on the compass.
C. Pay attention when you practice to how much you veer to the left and right when you get to the end of the leg. measure distance on the map to the count on your ranger beads then you will know how much more you walked. You will also know how much you are off exactly left or right when you have to look for your training marker.
D. Always get a compass with a lid and mirror on it. This way you can fold the cover down look into the mirror,line up your bearing so you can site it to a prominent object in the distance by day, makes traveling faster when you do not have to look at your compass so much.
E. Know what your back bearing is, always mark your bearings and legs down,and not just on your arm or hand,sweat erases them.
F. When you are on a leg of your trek and you are not alone always point out something you pass as the point to return to incase you all have to scramble from a threat.
G. Always ,always plan 2 diffrerent routes incase you have to change.
SORRY FOR HARPING ON NAVIGATION BUT: A compass and map are easy to learn, It is the rest that is more difficult to learn. make it fun and when you practice with other people put a beer or a treat at your marker for the winner.
8. Good comunication setup you have.I would add to light cheap radios in there, incase you get separated from another person. besides you may have to bring someone with you when the shtf : Ie someone from work, or even a hot babe that needs to get home. Who knows you could be at work and yes you can get your 72 out of the truck but you can"t use the truck, nice to have a second pair of eyes with you to get home to the family.
9. Throw some snaring wire in your pack and a small fishing kit.
10. Get some stitching needles and a maual how to stitch wounds. One deep cut and you are not making the 72.
11. If anyone can afford this water fiter,this is the best of the best,would never use another , good for 13,000 gallons , Katadyn Pocket www.katadyn.com/usen/katadyn-products/products/katadynshopconnect/katadyn-water-filters-endurance-series-products/katadyn-pocket-1/
Great video dude and you have a lot of areas covered, will be doing my first ever comprehensive EDC video this week so would luv your thoughts on it when posted ~Peace~
No problem, let me know when it's posted and I will check it out for sure!
Wow, I have that exact same thermometer/compass gadget. I got it a few years ago for Christmas. Overall your set up is really nice, and gave me some ideas for my own pack. Thanks for the post.
***** Thanks for watching ;)-
Great kit and vid. Perhaps add a long-burning candle, and a whistle. Thanks for sharing.
GreencampRhodie Great tips, thanks for watching.
great video lots of good stuff my bob is close to the same except have use 5,11 72hr bag i also carry a pair of work gloves, couple bandannas and a couple big garbage bags you can use for a bunch of things. love how organized it is.
To the Australian guy. Such a positive out look...
Great get home bag. Very well thought out. The one thing I would add to would be the med. kit Quick clot. Great stuff and maybe some extra loaded clips. maxpedition offers a mag. pouch
Keith Duvall Thanks for the comment!
Nice B.O.B! I have a nearly identical setup with my Vulture II, only in black.
Thanks! Got a video I can watch?
Wow. You and I really think alike! :-o
I have the same bag, with mostly the same items. My sleeping bag is very similar, but it takes up a bit more space in my bag, so I have to pack it upright. I'll be attaching it to the bottom of my bag later on. (It's a Denali Defnder cammo hooded XL) and filling the inside with some clothes and food that I've packed as day by day ration packs.
After looking at loads of camel back type water carriers, I went with a Source 3lt low profile, military edition (Lies very flat & has braided outer hosing). I also added a bunch more pouches to the outside of my pack. I have the same water bottle pouch holding my ESBIT alcohol stove burner & titanium cook set (Evernew ECA278 Ti UL Stacking Set). On the opposite side, I have a Maxpedition 7x5x4 Vertical GP Pouch. On the front is my 5x7x4 horizontal GP pouch next to my 1 litre military water bottle & holder (where I also store a small plastic mirror.
On the waist strap, I've added a Maxpedition Anemone where I keep my military lensatic compass, 4" Clip-On Phone Holster with my Baofeng UV5R+, SKU 1411 Single Sheath for my leatherman.
Inside the pack, I also have a Sam Splint (Really a luxury item because I could improvise), Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter (Filters down to absolute 0.1 microns and is guaranteed for up to one million U.S. gallons!)
The rest is nearly exactly the same stuff as you have; only subtle differences such as brands or slight visual differences.
I've since added the L radio pouch from Maxpedition. Do you have a video?
Living Survival
Nice. Sorry, I don't make any videos of my own. I only have a few random videos uploaded.
One night, while lying in bed, I started adding up the approximate cost of my emergency bag and everything in it. It added up to arount a thousand bucks!(Australian). Still, that's the price of preparedness, if we don't want things that'll break.
In my car, I keep a Maxpedition FR1 EDC kit. I'll have to list that some other time, because it's late here.
Very organized the best bug out bag ever!!! Keep up them good vids :)
Hell yeah I got the Same bk2. I love that thing its like a pound and a half of sharp steel in ur hand!!
Dude, +living survival you are squared away! In am impressed.
thanks for watching!
My pleasure
Few minutes in, I had to look at this channel and make sure I hadn't made this video and forgotten it. We carry so many of the exact same items.
+GPIA7R LOL, funny.
consider water purification tabs, rain suit, bug spray..and ive got a lifestraw. i use it all the time. works like a charm
Awesome kit .. Very well put together.
Nice video. I like how you didn't beat around the bush
nativepride818 thanks I tried not to ;)-
Excellent presentation. I've watched this several times.Especially enjoyed learning about specific types of gear that I didn't have. I re-evaluated the contents of my bag and then decided to add a few of the exact items you mentioned because they were of superior quality to what I had already (CRKT folder for example-wicked sharp!- and the Fenix PD35-high quality, flashlight: compact, powerful, BLINDING light) : I like to continually improve on what I have. A very useful and interesting video. Nice job. ( BTW, the cameo appearance by your dog was a nice touch :) I am looking forward to whatever is your next video.
Wil
126wil Thanks for watching. I like to watch these contents videos as well to see what everyone has as their gear.
Great videos. I really enjoy watching and getting ideas from you
wahiawa boy thanks for watching, I appreciate it.
Great Job ! Great choices. Well done.
cant wait to see your channel grow, great kit
Thanks for the nice comment!
That was awesome. The only thing I would recommend is bring pads/tampons. They most likely won't be for you but Tampons can stop bleeding from bulletholes if necessary.
Gozmito Agreed, thanks for the suggestion!
GREAT JOB DUDE!!! Keep on going with these amazing videos.
Quite a storm. In Canada I see that every day for 3 months! Lol
Very well put together load out. Gave me some great ideas on what i could add to my Vulture ll. Subbed! Aloha
thanks for the comment!
I can't get over how much you fit in there!
LOL, thanks!
in your nalagen bottle you could fit a sawyer squeeze filter in it and platypus bladder
A shemagh would be a good idea, but when you pulled that sleeping bag out that blew my mind ! that's a lot of space, my camelbak motherlode could not handle all that .
Nice BOB. I have been collecting gear to make one, and it seems like you read my mind on almost everything... Stuff most people don't include like the radios, solar charger etc, but I would use the bigger Nomad 7 and guide 10 charger, so I could charge AA, AAA... I would also add a Sawyer Mini water filter, it lasts much longer than the survival straw, (but doesn't remove chemicals), idk if your does. Good production quality on the video, as well, I'll check out your others.
The most essential item in the whole video was the dog.
Never leave home without my doggy..
Nice pack, the outside load out looks almost exactly like mine except I have the Condor II. Like you said in earlier comments, I'm also continuously updating and changing my gear around too. The last video I made was about 4 years ago, I'm waiting for a few more parts to come in then I will do an update video.
The41stDay Looking forward to it.
A lot of nice stuff in the bag man, I liked it.
I don't get why everybody carries so many cutting tools. You got 5 knives, an axe and a saw. Plus duplicates of everything, why do you need 5 flashlights? I don't get it...And what is a " tactical pen " I've never heard of such foolishness....
An axe and a saw is a must for me in the woods if I am going to do any major wood processing. A heavy weight knife is good for batoning wood and wood processing as well. A smaller knife is handy for skinning game or processing food/animals. Multi-tool just happens to come with a blade and I'll never go anywhere without one. As far as the lights go, yes overkill for some, but my main torch won't last long, then its good to have one that runs on standard batteries in case you can't find the 123's in a shtf situation and then a crank light for when you fully run out. A headlight always goes with me. Try using a regular pen in a pouring rain or negative temps. You may need to write a note and leave it on a wet vehicle for example. The point of redundancy is so you will survive and everyone else won't.
I'm just saying because when I go backpacking by myself I burn a fire all night because there is lots of bears here and I never have to use an axe to cut wood, or a saw.. I just break the wood up in between trees, it's faster then chopping or sawing. I'm real strict when it comes to carrying unnecessary weight...
For backpacking I would agree, but this is a extended bug out bag where you may not have access to trees etc, or a timeframe for rescue (katrina).
Living Survival consider bringing a tomahawk as well, you can use it as a knife or as a small axe
Just found your channel about an hour ago. I watched a few vids and subed..good stuff. Looking forward to new vids, keep up the good work.
Thanks for the nice comment ;)-
I have the same pack and it is great! I use it for a wilderness survival B.O.B. Two things: (1) I use the condor battle belt which makes it so much more comfortable at 25lbs+. (2) I also carry deodorant because it is more of a comfort item. I don't need deodorant but if it makes me more comfortable then why not? Great video and great bag!
Agreed.
I like your gear man. It seems you have thought long and hard about your items. I was very surprised to see such a large sleeping bag pop out from your bag, especially after unpacking the vast majority of it. I have subscribed and look forward to seeing more videos. UK watcher
very good Bug Out Bag, but I would suggest you have a waterproof container procure for your spare clothes, but very good quality :)
LG Remo
Noted, and thanks ;)-
Living Survival you had the dry sack(s), don't forget ;)
Very well packed bugout/get home bag. This is an excellent video. I think I will be shouting your channel out when I do my next shout video. Great stuff. I am glad you found my channel my friend.
Thanks, glad I found it too ;)-
I like your video. I especially like that when you showed your gear you gave the brand name and the model of your gear. I had amazon.com opened up just to save some of the things i want to pick up. My BOB is almost finished but some of those things that you have I'll definitely have to add. Thanks for sharing.
Awesome, thanks for the comment.
Both myself (Dave) and Kane bought this same bag. Ready to do a vid on it. Great job on the video mate.
+Black Anchor Outdoors NICE
that was a very complete and cool bag.
thanks for watching and the comment!
I didn't like the clip on my Sidekick. It was moving side to side, even after I tried to tighten it. I took it off and it's in a Nite-Ize pouch on my belt. The Bushlore is a great knife! My buddy has one and I've used it a few times. I also have two of those Nalgene bottle holders on my pack for "balance" and I love the side pockets on them for extra storage. Thanks for the video.
+Dano DeMano thanks for the input and great tips.
Very thought out bag, nice Ben olllllllo
From Urban to Country Homestead Thanks!
Nice gear and a well thought out bug out bag. I would have carried more food enough for about a week. If you think about the weight of the food plus the bag , it might be too heavy. It would be good to do a series of bug out food like dehydrated or vacuum packed food that you would actually enjoy eating, Three full English breakfast should be high on the list lol. Thanks great channel mate
+eightgeorge thanks for the input, and for watching.
that power outage sucked! we got power back on Christmas eve at about 9pm
It sure did.
Great ideas I'm gonna have to purchase some new items thanks to your videos thanks keep them coming
thanks Albert
Very well thought out kit, gave me some good ideas!
Andrew Frey Glad I could help, thanks for the comment.
Bug out bags would be cool to have if they were really needed at a apocalyptic time.
Not just that, any natural disaster. Would have been nice for those people stuck on the rooftops for days to have shelter, a way to boil water, food, etc. We had a ice storm that knocked out our power for 3 days recently and I used many of the contents to make things easier.
Pretty cool. I live in Illinois, though. Not much happens here, If you catch my drift.
Tornados
True, true. We just had one last November. It completely wiped out the town a little south west of us.
Thanks for sharing. Great info and lots of kit in a fairly small bag.
Thanks!
I really like your kit! I'm totally with you.
2 small thoughts about minor things. 1st: maybe you don't want to carry a tintan spork inside your plastic bottle. It will scratch the inside of the bottle, *cause it's made of much harder material. Not a big deal, but less easy to clean your bottle when scratched? I'm thinking about better hygiene. 2nd: I would exchange the compass to a more stable model. Like a folding one. Just to protect it from breaking.
Piet AusHamburch Good points. thanks for taking the time to comment.
im going to ad two things i havent seen yet. one is the pen fishing rod. and the other is a solar battery charger for the flashlights etc
You might consider adding a memory stick with all of your important documents and photos on it.
Already on the USB, just wasn't in there. Guess that does me no good eh? Also I missed the signal mirror that was down in one of the pockets, lol. Thanks for watching and the comment!
You should add a book to keep your mind sharp so you can stay focused on on the book and get your mind on the positive side.i might do this design in my survival bag
That power outage was horrible.. I wish I had a bug out bag when that happened.
Still a badass load out. Dig it.
Really nice bag you got there.
thanks for watching!
Yea some of the stuff you mentioned I'm going to have to check out since I never heard of them and you gave me some ideas for mine so thanks again.
Your dog was trying to steal your bug out bag. Id keep my eye on him...
Yeah I know.
Thats a cool pack. I like the water bottle holder on the side.
The Pocket Shot I agree, just wish they weren't so expensive!
Living Survival condor makes a near replica of it for alot less
Sid Organ True that.
Great vid! Deffo a few things I've seen that I want for my bag lol. Only thing I can't have is the handgun living in the UK, majorly pissed about that one! Good for hunting and self protection!
Top vid mate.
Thanks for watching and the comment!
Very nice. Much more thorough than mine What is your estimate of the cost of the contents of your bag? I breifly got lost in unfamiliar territory, 16 degrees outside. I would have been okay with what I had, but just okay. Thanks.
I added it up and not including the EDC items such as handgun, phone etc., it is about $1250. Most was the sleep system and gadgets. I sold many old items I wasn't using anymore on Ebay, so my out of pocket was around $250. If I were making a bag to just sit there I wouldn't have spent the money and just gone cheap, but I use the bag and many of its contents daily so was worth it to me. Thanks for watching!
Amazing kit there bro!!
Greetings from Ireland
Thanks for watching ;)-
No problem mate anytime :) I'm also going to subscribe
Great video. Great gear. Thanks.
Tim Burnette Thanks for the comment and watching ;)-
Hi guy, you might want some many types of money and a shovel (hand) to bury waste. All in all you have a nice bug out bag.