Suggestion on the re-inforced zip loc bags: Use different colors on the seams for quick identification, and then use clear packing tape on the "face" of the bag so you can still see the contents easily.
Just about every hikers pack I have seen has ziplock brand bags in it, mine included. I bring a few empty ones with me for trash and laundry etc. Other misc uses include pillow, firestarter, rain collection , filling a Sawyer water bag in shallow creek, collecting and keeping tinder dry, camera rain protection, map bag, I just recently learned you can put food in them too.
Yep a good thick plastic say 10 mil (if I remember correctly the higher number the mil the thinner the plastic but I could be wrong so look it up) can work wonders. Not only is it a way to carry items but can work as a water bag, trash bag, kindling gathering bag etc. I still use good plastic bags to keep my socks and undies dry but they are also backup for the a fore mentioned.
Luke, thats an awesome idea. Im gonna go out get the stuff to do that. I usually just throw my gear in my pack, this will make it alot easier when i go out on the trail. Thanks man for doing this! Take care brother! 😃
I've been using these types of bags for years Luke, no real failures yet ;-)) I also use different sizes of bags depending on how much I need to put inside of one. Al-tho I like to get the Freezer grade bags.....they are a lot more durable ;-)) Yes.....like you said, get the "Name Brand" bags or you'll just be buying more bags later :-{ Take Care :-))
You can write onto the zip lock bag on the white triangle where you see the logo. That's where you would write the date of your food you're freezing. From experience, you're more likely to break the zipper than tear the bag. HEFTY brand gallon freezer bags are the best.
Great stuff ! I use a bunch of 'baggies' in my packs. You can label them but, being see through its so quick and easy to find things. I like the double seal freezer bags, they're thicker, and seal well. I don't like the 'zipper' style, they can puncture other bags, and fail more easily. definitely get name brand, and I like the duct tape idea.
I just tried making my first one. Ended up having to make a strap out of the tape because my 3 year old daughter wanted a duct tape purse. She thinks she's super cool now. Good tip.
When I first started this video I was thinking "really?? He's gonna tell us that Ziplocs are an innovative way to organize your pack?" I've tried this though. Another option color coding is spray painting them. Some aerosols will adhere to plastic, but the tape idea is superior really.
I would like to start using dry bags for food. one for minute rice, one oats , self rising flour etc.. never having used a dry bag my concern is, do they have a chemical odor, like some plastics, that would affect the food. does anyone make dry bags made of food grade materials?
You would have to put the food into some food grade container first. Dry bags are really only to keep water out, and you would not want anything like flour loose in the bag, because it would screw up the seal.
Suggestion on the re-inforced zip loc bags: Use different colors on the seams for quick identification, and then use clear packing tape on the "face" of the bag so you can still see the contents easily.
good tips brother. About 80 lbs and 22 years ago zip lock in my Alice ruck always kept the od green socks dry. Thanks for the great videos.....
Great idea using coloured tape to reinforce the bags, Luke.
Just about every hikers pack I have seen has ziplock brand bags in it, mine included. I bring a few empty ones with me for trash and laundry etc. Other misc uses include pillow, firestarter, rain collection , filling a Sawyer water bag in shallow creek, collecting and keeping tinder dry, camera rain protection, map bag, I just recently learned you can put food in them too.
For color coding you can use colored sheets of paper. You can use the paper to list all the items inside.
Great recommend.
- Luke
Great idea for an inexpensive but strong bag...........Take care, Bluefin.
Light cheap and functional. I have multiple bags in several vehicles.Great tip!
Perfect!!! Thanks for sharing.
Yep a good thick plastic say 10 mil (if I remember correctly the higher number the mil the thinner the plastic but I could be wrong so look it up) can work wonders. Not only is it a way to carry items but can work as a water bag, trash bag, kindling gathering bag etc. I still use good plastic bags to keep my socks and undies dry but they are also backup for the a fore mentioned.
Great video Luke. Thanks to you I purchased the Kifaru set of 4 and really like them. Worked very well on my 100 mile section.
I like the way you think Luke! Not everything needs to be ''Name Brand'' in terms of kit bags.
Great idea and so light weight/inexpensive. Thanks! Can't wait to get my Survival box so I can watch your next video.
Luke, thats an awesome idea. Im gonna go out get the stuff to do that. I usually just throw my gear in my pack, this will make it alot easier when i go out on the trail. Thanks man for doing this! Take care brother! 😃
Great tip on using the tape. I'll have to do this with my battery ziploc bags and my wallet bag.
Great idea, and cheap too. They are also going to help keep stuff dry.
I've been using these types of bags for years Luke, no real failures yet ;-)) I also use different sizes of bags depending on how much I need to put inside of one. Al-tho I like to get the Freezer grade bags.....they are a lot more durable ;-)) Yes.....like you said, get the "Name Brand" bags or you'll just be buying more bags later :-{
Take Care :-))
You can write onto the zip lock bag on the white triangle where you see the logo. That's where you would write the date of your food you're freezing. From experience, you're more likely to break the zipper than tear the bag. HEFTY brand gallon freezer bags are the best.
Hey Luke thanks for the great idea & hope your July 4th is as good as my July 1. Brian 76
Great stuff ! I use a bunch of 'baggies' in my packs. You can label them but, being see through its so quick and easy to find things. I like the double seal freezer bags, they're thicker, and seal well. I don't like the 'zipper' style, they can puncture other bags, and fail more easily. definitely get name brand, and I like the duct tape idea.
Thanks for sharing the good tip on bags
Once again a great video, thanks for your time.
any information on proper fitting?
I just tried making my first one. Ended up having to make a strap out of the tape because my 3 year old daughter wanted a duct tape purse. She thinks she's super cool now. Good tip.
Any chance we could get a full review of the Army Molle II rucksack some day?
I like! Going to do this!
always something new !!
Loksak bags are the primo thing to buy now.
More of these videos luke!!
good job that was a good idea
great idea with the duct tape!
Great idea!
Great idea Luke. Thanks you and your family have a great 4TH of July. atb Opal
Like always a very good video, and very cheap way to make things.
good 💡 i hadnt thought of that
When I first started this video I was thinking "really?? He's gonna tell us that Ziplocs are an innovative way to organize your pack?" I've tried this though. Another option color coding is spray painting them. Some aerosols will adhere to plastic, but the tape idea is superior really.
hahah thank you...cool idea
Neat idea.
I would like to start using dry bags for food. one for minute rice, one oats , self rising flour etc.. never having used a dry bag my concern is, do they have a chemical odor, like some plastics, that would affect the food. does anyone make dry bags made of food grade materials?
You would have to put the food into some food grade container first. Dry bags are really only to keep water out, and you would not want anything like flour loose in the bag, because it would screw up the seal.
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Great idea, and the best part is you have loads of duct tape available if needed.
cool idea bro
Nice tip
Another way to color code the plastic bags is to use some of the cheap $.99 can(s) of spray paint from Walle World.
Great.
Luv the vids
Wasteful video should've take 60 sec
Obsessive compulsive
That sounds about right. :D
- Luke
And I'm here for it 👍🏻