Pathfinder Bug Out Bag
HTML-код
- Опубликовано: 27 сен 2024
- Planning and Considerations for packing a practical, no BS Bug Out Bag, and what I pack for Winter in the UK.
All up weight is 37lbs, including 3 day's rations, a litre of water and belt kit.
This video was shot after spending a night in the woods in January in the UK, in sub zero conditions, using the kit shown.
Kit List;
Pockets;
Keys with small torch, CKRT KERT Rescue Tool, Mini Leatherman Micra, Parachute Apex Tie
Whistle
511 EDC AAA Torch
Exotac Sleeve with Lighter
Gerber Lock Knife
1:50 000 Map in Ortleib Map Case
Waterproof Notepad
Pens, Pencils, Sharpie
Tactical Pen
Phone
Garmin Instinct Tactical Watch
Belt Kit;
Helikon Waterbottle Pouch
Pathfinder Waterbottle and Cup
SAS Escape Pouch
Helikon Mini Med Kit Pouch with self made med kit
Monocular
Leatherman Signal
Charcloth Tin
Thermal Blanket
DC4 Sharpening Stone
Sawyer Mini Water Filter with Water Bag
Mora Bushcraft Black Knife
Go Bag;
Kifaru E&E Bag
Rab Waterproof Jacket
Warbonnet Outdoors Minifly Tarp
MSR Groundhog Stakes x 6
SOL Escape Bivvi
Osprey Dry Bag
Fleece Jumper
1 Pair of Socks
ESEE Tin with Extended Survival Kit
24 Hours Rations - 2 x Boil in the Bags, Snacks, Brew Kit
Vargo Hexagon Cooker
50 foot of 270 Cord
2 x Spare Lighters
Orange Survival Bandanna
Spare Silva Compass
Puritabs
Spork
2 x Bin Bags
Tabasco
Flask with Jack Daniels (Morale)
Main Bag;
Karrimor SF Patrol 45
511 IFAK Pouch containing Trauma Kit - CAT, Israeli Bandage, Shears, Dressings, Tape, Sharpie etc
Bahco Laplander Folding Saw
Tabasco
Skydiving Goggles
2 x Masks
Yellow Ear Defenders x 2
Petzl Headtorch
50 feet Survivor Cord
Toilet Paper x 2
AAA Batteries x 6
Patch Repair for Sleep Mat
Gorilla Tape
Power Bank and Leads
Plug
Spare Emergency Phone
Signal Blocker Pouch
Clear Plastic Zip Lock Bag
Mossie Headnet
Multivitamins
Windproof Matches
Kit Checklist and Personal Details Card
Shemagh
Gloves
Wooly Hat
48 Hours Rations
Gas
MSR Pocket Rocket
Mountain Equipment Down Jacket
Tech T Shirt
Helikon Windshirt
Spare Socks
Footpowder
Hygiene Kit - Toothbrush, Toothpaste (non scented), Dental Floss, Wet Wipes
Inflatable Sleep Mat
Rab Ignition 2 Sleeping Bag
3 Litre Camelbak
"I don't call it a boo-boo kit 'cause I'm not 5-years old and I'm not American!". Hahaha. Nailed it, Tom!
😂
😂😂
I'm American and I so agree. 😊
I noticed he forgot a pillow...
Do Americans actually call it a "boo-boo" kit?!
I'm American and I haven't heard this, or if I have, its so stupid my mind has utterly rejected it and refused to remember.
From an American veteran to a British veteran, thank you for your service to your country and to NATO. This is one of the best, if not the best, bug out bags I have seen on You Tube...well done sir. Wow, you and I must have had gone to the same survival school. I taught BuddyCare/Survival, emergency medical courses and CPR in the Air Force. As a paramedic with several air rescue missions I strongly believe in being prepared, not only with gear but also in training. I've seen many people with good bug out bags or get home bags and think they are ready to survive a SHTF event. Like you and I, we have gone into the field and used our kits to ensure they are comprehensive enough to survive; and we train by reading, watching videos or actually attending a school such as Dave Canterbury's School of Self Reliance. I've been hiking and backpacking since I was 10 years old (now 73) and learned from experience and military survival training. This video should be offered in survival training courses. I like the Kifaru pack concept. I use an Emerson chest pack, as well as other brands, for an additional survival kit. Should I ever get separated from my main pack the Emerson is well equipped to survive and protect myself from the weather elements and wild animals, especially the two-legged variety. I also packed a Baofeng UV5R radio that picks up weather alerts, news and nearby local radio stations. I am working on a ham license but can use the radio in an emergency.
Thanks Alexander, appreciate it. I think most of us that have served and deployed to hostile environments will have the same mindset, and will know what is important to prioritise, as opposed to some pretender that wants to pack their kit full of knives and gadgets. As you mentioned, training and experience is as least as important as what you're carrying, if not more. I don't carry a radio as the distances between towns and cities aren't too far here in the UK. Also we don't experience disastrous weather events (currently) here yet, so we don't have emergency radio services like you do in the USA. Thanks for your comments and thankyou for your service too mate.
respect, do you recommend any ham radios on Amazon? For portability
The Air Force is a country club. LOL, " SF " Just another Marine. LOL.
Now that’s a man who actually uses his kit. Unlike others that pretend to use it in their moms basement. Keep up the great work brother.
Thanks mate, appreciate it! 👍
Adam, yes it always surprises me all these videos about bobs etc and everything is brand new, never been used. They need to get out and use it.
Today: leisuretime so i watch nearly all of your vids. Gear couldn‘t be better, cause Born in Military practice. Tom, Congrats! WE Booth know talkin‘ about! Greetings from 🇩🇪. Glück ab!
🤣🤣🤣🤣
Making my way through your back catalogue of videos, well presented and clear. Watched many who claim to know what they do but you can clearly see they don't just blagging it. Some good tips and tricks from someone who clearly has had the experience.
Thanks mate, appreciate it 👍
For the algorithm. This needs to get out to the masses. Fantastic stuff, it's crazy to realize all the things I haven't thought of.
Cheers mate, appreciate it 👍
Love from USA. Love my Euro brothers. You guys are a different smart that makes us stronger as well. Cheers
Cheers Jonathan
Thanks for this video. The best bug out bag I have seen for an actual emergency in the outdoors.
Cheers 👍
Simply, the best video I’ve seen on bug out/survival. Utrinque Paratus!,
Thanks for pointing out ordnance survey custom maps! I have been stumped on how I would create a local map for months. My tip with regards to the notepad: Don't just leave it empty. Fill it with notes such as radio frequencies, local wild edibles, plant/tree identification, herbal medicine, bushcraft tools/weapons/traps etc.
Great set up. The more you know, the less you carry.
Cheers, and good point 👍
Since Ukraine I’ve completely rethought my bug out bag. I agree with you that so many are totally unrealistic. I’m no military girl so my thinking is evac to another country by train. I’ve studied the Ukraine videos and know wheels are a no go. A backpack is the best thing. Thus my kit covers 3 days travelling by numerous trains. My categories are fire, water, clothes,edibles, shelter, security, first aid and meds, important docs, survival, hygiene, sewing, pets, other misc, tech, treasures and navigation. It all (except pets stuff) fits in two bags (19 litre carry on and a 30 litre back pack). Realistically living in the UK I don’t think I will bushcraft it in an evacuation - too old for that. My survival kit has the basic bushcraft I’d I need too. The pet cat is harnessed trained, and his small kit will fit in my bag if need be, and he has a lightweight carrier with a cross body shoulder strap I made from webbing etc.
that's one way to think about it, maybe depending on situation we do actually need to move to mainland, but tbf i'd rather take my chances here than cross to mainland and face 10x as much refugees moving in every which direction. i'd imagine people will actually be coming from the other direction as the UK has generally less disasters than the mainland, good water as OP said too, and mostly self-sufficent fossil / renewable resources if it comes to that.
for bug out, i'd only use it if my city gets fk'd by something and have to relocate to another city in the UK. short distance, preferably no longer than 3 day trek. if it comes to traveling to mainland, bets are off anyways, it will be a huge hassle and a single pack won't cut it (especially not if you're helping people along the way).
cheers sir from Western Canada
Cheers mate! 👍
Great video. I like the detailed packing list. FYI: Only Marines call a first aid kit, “a boo-boo kit.”
Good to see quality gear that is clearly been in use with detailed descriptions of why and how. In the current youtube meta a lot of armchair survivalists are mucking up the water.
Yeah roger that, lots of brand new shiny gear being shown off hey? Cheers 👍
great presantation. well everybody laughs with somebody who is prepared until the s**t hits the fan. You never know what can happen. I have seen that from simple stuff like going to the beach in the summer all the way up being stuck with my family in a blizzard.
As you mentioned GET TRAINING otherwise all these are useless.
Thanks mate, much appreciated. 👍
Well done! I've been working on my kit for over 18 years I like your no BS for some of the stuff it's right along my thought process. I will have to try out the bag inside the cook it that's great thanks brother stay safe stay warm
Thanks Dave 👍
From the moment you said that you cannot decide how long an emergency could take but you could only pack for 3 or 4 days before it starts getting ridiculous I knew you knew your stuff.
Watched this a couple days ago along with the rest of your videos.The E&E bag caught my eye. I have one and I think this is the first I've seen of it actually used in the field. I have actually watched it a couple of times so I could write down some notes. I was a little leary at first when I saw Pathfinder in the title but was very pleased to find out it meant your unit! I knew you would have alot of real field experence because of that. Thanks for taking the time to make these videos looking forward to more. All the Best!
Cheers, yeah I've been in the field most of my adult life, I joined up at 16 and I am still serving 32 years later. Thanks for your comments, appreciate it!
Good stuff, interesting - thanks. I liked the way you focused on practicality and also how you put it all into context in your intro, with your considerations & categories. Thanks a lot.
Thanks mate! I do think that a lot of people making Bug Out Bags aren't in touch with reality! I'd love to see some of them spend a few days out with their bags of knives, torches and gadgets....
Great load out. Well said on the teeth brushing, people who do not brush will be in a state as mouth infections and poor dental health can really knock you about with your general health. Hip flask is a winner.
Great kit, as an American I would never call my 1st aid kit a boo boo kit 😂, I’d call mine a medical kit or a omg I’ve just been shot kit
I think the point is that in many of these videos people ‘think’ they have an ‘omg I’ve been shot’ kit but actually they have a boo-boo kit. There’s a place for both (tabbing with blisters isn’t fun) but they shouldn’t be confused.
Probably the best bag video ever! Thank you!!
Cheers! 👍
Nicely done. I’m looking forward to your future videos.
Thanks Jeff, appreciate it!
Morning,finally something realistic finally.ex army myself.(REME)
would be interesting to see all these walts dropped off with their shiny gear and see how they get on
No point in having the gear if you don’t know how to use it.(all the gear no idea)
This subject often gets frowned upon in the uk,I think because of the media.
Personally my prep(bug out system) starts with the car then bags down to personal gear
Fancy doing one on a vehicle system at some point?
I think you’ve grabbed a lot of interest with your common sense no crap approach
Just subbed and keep the vids coming.cheers Phil
Cheers Phil, yeah l see some daft BOB videos on here, exactly the same thoughts as you. I did one on what l carry in my car too. Cheers, Tom 👍
Outstanding! Comprehensive and inspiringly organized.
Cheers 👍
A big thing no one ever mentions, (perhapse its a given?) Is some smpty space or some other means of carrying things you collect while out and about. If you set up camp somewhere and go out with your day pack it's probably to go and get somthing like food or water. Having space for that to be hands free is so useful.
I like your videos, you've given me a gew ideas for gaps in my current emergency bag 👍
Excellent video, thanks, { I"m not a 5 year old kid, or an American } LOL. I live in Florida USA. My environment is Tropical. semi Tropical, we get cold snaps during the winter months, yes it gets chilly in Florida, but fortunately I do not need to pack heavy. About 30 pounds max. I was thinking of buying a Karrimor pack, I think you convinced me to buy one, my old ALICE is getting long in the tooth, I use the medium ALICE pack the Hellcat conversion, fastex buckle upgrades and actually fashioned a water blader to the pack, ( via ) that air space between my back and the frame, sits in there pretty well....Good luck in all future endeavors.
Cheers mate! 🇺🇸🇬🇧👍
Oh Yes, snoring or non snoring, pretty similar packs. Good stuff. Just recently I've been swatting up on my map reading and navigation. We can over trust modern kit and gadgets, but a good knowledge of field craft keeps you safe, took me back to my cadets days as a kid running around Wiltshire or Hampshire orienteering etc. as a sweaty sock we had similar training to a point.
Excellent video with good proper information, I'm taking notes this time through. Well done indeed.
Outstanding! I can tell you've been there, done that! Those pocket rocket stoves are solid, no issues with mine.
Cheers mate! Yeah they’re a good bit of kit 👍
Great video, thanks! If you want to upgrade from the SOL bivy, try the 2gosystems Velar - same material but more roomy and has a bug screen, still only around 300g. I use this on every trip, any weather, and layer it over my sleep system.
Thank you for suggesting 2gosystems, I have not come across their products before 👍
Holy shit... an intelligent guy. Wheres ur cast iron frying pan and 13" knife? My fear is no electricity. Warmth, water, food, medical. Anything else is just another day eating shit. New sub. NY/NJ in US checking in.
Thanks Doug. Yeah no electricity would be one of the biggest problems post disaster in my eyes too, we rely so heavily on technology these days. I think if you train to live in the worst possible environments you have a head start for when/if it happens.
@@PreparedPathfinder agreed. Be safe. See u on the next one.
That trick with the tin genius! Never get my stuff quick out. Deffinitly going to do that. Maybe a good idea to get my firts aid to the side off the bag as well. Thank you for all off the good work / ideas.
A better option for a keychain rescue tool is the Resque Me survival tool which has a glass breaker and seatbelt cutter. Other than that spot on mate, fantastic review and keep it up
Thanks William! 👍
Thanks, just checked the product out looks perfect.
Very good video. I appreciate the information in your presentation. 👍👍
Thankyou!
Great video, well thought out and presented!
Regardless of whether or not you can envision a scenario in which you'd ever need it, IF you own a car, my opinion is that it should 100% carry some degree of survival kit. Even if it's just basics, first aid kit, bottle of water, some easy keep food like crackers, torch, tools, warm clothes and blankets. I'd say I'd want more, inc. a stove and cooking stuff, plus all sorts of other stuff, alongside the immediate car basics like jump cables, spare fuel, map and tyre iron.
You should always have stuff in your car that, if you had to sleep a night or two in it, away from commodities, you can do so comfortably.
It's just my opinion, picked up from my mother's habit, back in the days when cars broke down and people didn't have phones and GPS.
But I can't see any downside, it can't weigh you down, and can be vital in a bad turn of events when out driving.
trouble is, i kinda live in 3 countries, so i need bugout bags in all 3
Very Informative! Thank you, Fred Fath N.O., La. USA👍👋
Excellent tips! Merci beaucoup from🏴in 🇫🇷 cheers 👍
Cheers Geoff! 👍
Cracking video. Keep them coming.
Cheers John! 👍
MULTI VITAMINS!!! Finally lol. Excellent in depth video from someone who actually uses his kit! I live in the Outer Hebrides and waterproofing is essential. Kit tip, Sabre 2.0 jacket from 5.11 feels like a soft shell but is waterproof and windproof with great pit zips and pockets with a deep hood. Good drills mate.
Cheers mate 👍
I have, multivitamins, ascorbic acid and Vitamin B energy chews in mine.
I would so much to be able to backpack again. I miss being out in the wild.
Very good review and tips, all the best from Portugal 🇵🇹👍🤩👌💪😎🏴
Thanks mate 👍
If I had a pint for every time you said kit in the video ha ha God bless from Canada eh great video mate
Cheers 👍
Great vid. Better than the average for sure. Info is spot on🤙 be safe out there. Hope more videos to come
Thanks Andrew!
thanks for the video, great content 👍
Great video thanks for the knowledge
Good show
this to other kits... it looks very used ... cool
Cheers! 👍
As a former Para Regt soldier (old school) i do enjoy your video presentations and amazing how some things do not really change. Feel i
must mention something about a compass you appear to promote and that is the sunto button compass with a built in clip. it may well be
a good compass however mine did separate, luckily i found the compass and used super glue to refix. It may be a good idea for readers of these
comments to check theirs should they have one. Cheers Mike in County Durham
Thanks Mike, what Battalion did you serve with?
Thanks for sharing, man!
Good info 🇦🇺
We Americans like to keep Thomas the Tank Engine bandaids in our Boo Boo Kits. We're not sophisticated enough for the big boy stuff.
😂😂
Top video great set up 👍👍👍
Thanks mate 👍
Great video. No nonsense. Top man.
Great video, subbed.
Cheers mate 👍
There is some excellent cheap surplus items out there. German Moleskins, in tan. Look pretty civvie. Cheap tough. Norgies are good value. Old reversable softee jackets look ok in tan.
Very well thought out kit. I live in the US and I have a laugh at some of the bug out videos myself.. I own AR's and guns and stuff.. but find it funny at the Hollywood bags I've seen with a guy carrying his AR with 10 mags and 500 rounds of ammo and a plate carrier but doesn't have basic survival items/kit. Gotta be realistic and not so Hollywood.
Thanks mate, appreciate it. Yeah with you 100% on your comments, far too many people packing shit loads of gadgets and knives, yet forgetting the basics such as warm kit, wet weather gear or a sleeping bag. We don't have the option of prepping firearms, if we did I would be on it!
@@PreparedPathfinder yeah but politics are trying to take that right from us everyday... might succeed. I agree. Thanks and subscribed.
Iv seen all your videos. Nice content mate. Im waiting new video of your updated bug out bag. You have new items better belt system etc.
Absolutely outstanding kit thank you! Just subcribed. ATB Sam Adler from Washington state USA
Thanks Sam, appreciate it! I've been to the States many times, but I have yet to visit Washington state.
Great vid, I need 1 of those stoves , up the paras , from a civvy
Top notch video there mate. Just subscribed to your channel. Sounds like you know your stuff. Take care pal 👍
Cheers mate 👍
Awesome vid dude, useful info 🤙🏻
Cheers mate
Cheers!!🤙
I had a bug-out bag, until I realized that I am probably not going to be bugging out, rather than bugging in. If I expect to leave, I keep all my stuff in one shelving unit, and I imagine I can squeeze in a few minutes to throw some shit in a ruck and go.
I opted for a "get home bag" that stays in my car in the event I need to hoof it the 30 miles or so to get back. Much lighter, and not gonna be comfortable, but I know I can get back with it. Dont need a map since I know the area like the back of my hand, and dont need toilet paper since I have shirt pockets lol
Ready For Anything is my Motto too.
Nice, and my Regiment’s. 🆎👍
Hands in pockets? Is why we joined recce 🤣
Roger!
Finally, a Brit worth watching.
Thanks Trudy, appreciate it!
Huh! You haven't a clue! Try Hidden Valley Bushcraft.
Outstanding video bro couple of simple things you covered that really stand out like using para cord to attaching essential pocket contents something I’ve also carried on doing also only carrying kit you know how to use to many people Cary kit they have no idea how to use or have never trained with also I approve of your amount of Tabasco carried 😀 🤙
Mega, cheers mate, appreciate it! Defo with you on the kit thing, lots of people on RUclips showing off shiny gear that still has the labels on! And Tabasco is the Law!
Good informative video. Thanks and Subbed
Take care
Anthony
Thanks Anthony, appreciate it!
@@PreparedPathfinder you are welcome
This is one of the best kits I’ve seen on RUclips!! You have gear that I will definitely incorporate into my kit. I will be watching this video several times to make sure I’m properly prepared. Thank you for sharing.
Cheers mate, appreciate it 👍
With an SOL bivy, a sleeping bag good for 10-15 Celcius and a softie suit I would imagine you should be good for most any season in the UK. I know coupled with the SOL bivy (been using them for years) I can push a 15 Celcius sleeping bag (the Naturehike LW180) to a bit past freezing with no issues myself.
Yeah it's a decent bit of kit, lightweight too.
@@PreparedPathfinder I have them in two kits currently and in another I have the 2GoSystems version that has a built in bug net. I really like it as well although it is a bit more pricey.
Haha...Websters phone! Explain that to Civpop Tom!
Roger, ha ha!
While surfing found your channel. Good advice and presented well (BITS Course does have its uses!). With the red light on....Green on...Go!
Having had to return home, from attempting to walk the Appalachian Trail last April, the former colonies (North America, Australia etc) have true wildernesses to experience and practise in, as opposed to the wild and woolly bits of UK! This comes across well. The Seven Ps are well made. The reason(s) for each piece of kit packed is reinforced with life experience dits. I still use the thin cord to tie bits of kit to my jacket/clothing to prevent its loss.
The kit you chose to carry is a personal choice from the myriad of manufacturers all wanting you to part with hard earnt beer tokens. I find "pussers" rat packs filling but too heavy. I have opted for more dried food but not the pre-made dehydrated meal sachets, which are expensive, together with jerky or various salami sausages. Ever tried sriracha sauce? Smoother and can have a kick!
A lightweight mid-layer, used by ANZAC SF, is a Macpac Nitro Polartec Alpha Pullover. The shop is in Christchurch NZ. You would need a relative, or a friend, living in OZ or NZ to post it to you if you chose to buy one, as they do not ship to the UK. I found this bit of kit one of the best things since sliced bread. It is warm and very lightweight.
Keep the vids coming please as they add value to this vast subject matter.
Cheers mate, l take it you’re ex Bootneck? I was in NZ just before the lockdown as it goes, l have quite a few mates out there. Will have to check out that warm kit you mentioned, cheers bud 👍
@@PreparedPathfinder Once a marine always a marine!
Just watching the Survival Kit "Plus" video. Little dig I heard!! You ever meet up with a chap by the name of Lloyd Green?
my current bag is similar to this. i dont have clothing (other than socks) in my bag itself. i have an add on that can clip to the outside with clothes in it. it weighs around 30 pounds
Roger, this gear weighs 37lbs all up, including water, food and the belt kit. That's not a bad weight for a realistic winter set up for 3+ days.
@@PreparedPathfinder i was counting my pack dry. with water it'd be prob closer to your bags weight
Solid video.
It always boggles my mind when someone says that their bugout bag is only for 3 days, or their get home bag only has the lightest and most fragile things in it because once they get gome, everything will be fine.
Its always important to have things at hand that are robust enough to last longer.
I work to miles from my home. The most likely scenario for me is some sort of natural disaster. If i need to flee my work and head home, there is always the chancd that its not home anymore. It could be damaged, it might be inaccessable, etc.
So the items i have need to be robust enough to also get me to an alternate location in case going home isnt an option.
Having said that, i will say that you are missing two important things.
First, what happens if your food runs out? Im not suggesting carrying a full hunting kit, but at least a few items to help create a fishing or trapping kit might be helpful. (Yes i know about the internals of the survivor cord, but its difficult to extract 20 feet of the fishing line without ruining the rest of the cord. Also, fishing line isnt great if you dont have hooks and tackle to go with it.)
Second, what happens after the disaster? Do you have any of the documents you might need to restart your life? Not sure about the UK, but in the US we need to have the deed to our home, car, etc. Either an envelope containing copies of some important documents or a usb drive with the documents on there would be helpful.
Otherwise, as i said, its a pretty solid kit! Very well thought out.
Cheers mate, thanks for your comments 👍
I think a inch bag is more realistic. If it's a natural disaster and there is still a society to come back too then chances are your going to find a place to go. Even if you had to drive hundreds of miles to find it. But what if your driven out of society by war or conquest? Prepare for inch.
@@sparrowflying864
Except most people dont want to store that level of gear in their vehicle, nor have the funds to invest in the tools needed for an inch bag.
Additionally, many people cant physically carry that weight. Take me for an example:
I am former US army and could ruck it with the best of them.
However, since my discharge for developing asthma, i also developed plantar fasciitis and am currently recovering from my third spinal surgery.
I physically cant carry the weight or the miles for an inch bag.
However, a mimimum kit with fairly resilient gear is something i can have multiples of and CAN carry.
Nice practical bit of kit - very nicely reviewed.
Cheers mate
348 JRW
Thanks James 👍
So if you're worried about the smell of toothpaste giving you away, you don't need to pay a bunch of money on Ebay to find scentless paste. Just pack a bit of baking soda to brush your teeth with - that'll do the trick.
Great video, by the way.
It didn’t cost much, was just not readily available in the shops. Cheers 👍
❤
Can you make me a shopping list as I want all the kit you use as the stuff I use is either bad quality or is broken. Many thanks.
Roger, l’ll put a list in the description.
Finally! Nice to see a sensible and practical setup by a pro. Everything is well thought through -- with a purpose. Significance of every item is matched by its weight and size. Chaffed to see that the logic and priorities of my setup are not too far off from that of a pro - stay light, stay fast (although I do attribute more significance to comfy sleep than to tobasco and brew. 13kg (including 1L water and 72h food), although I don't draw a distinction between between "bug out bag" or "bushcraft bag" or "hiking bag" - it's all the same setup for me - ready for any scenario)
Your IFAK pouch is perfect size - not too big, not too small, scissors and tourniquet on the sides. Which pouch is that? do you remember where you got it from?
Also, your mom must be a pretty smart woman - gifting you that monocular :) Can you please share its specs? ...as in 8x40, 7x30 ... Thanks.
😎 ally
Great video. One of the most logical. What’s the bag you use? Couldn’t make it out in the video. Thanks.
Thankyou! It's a Karrimor SF Patrol 45 as the main bag, with a Kifaru E & E as the grab bag.
Tom, great first video. Who makes the pouch for the canteen and cup? Also have you looked at Hill People Gear chest harness's for a good bit of kit. Pretty popular harness and all their kit they make here in the USA. Keep up the great work!
I think the worst case scenario might be complete socital collapse.
muito bom! estou montando um b.o.b, ou melhor algumas pra minha família, moro no centro de São Paulo / Brasil. area de risco
Muito obrigado! Bom para você companheiro, desejo-lhe o melhor e se cuide! (PS, espero que isso seja traduzido corretamente pelo Google Translate! :))
It looks like you have a lot more than 100 ft on both sides? I have a 100 ft hank of Titan Survivor Cord, and it's not as big as either of those. Came looking for insight on how much I should have, because I've got a 1,000 ft spool of 1000lb Titan, along with that 100ft, and some chunks of hanks and spools I've bought in the past that were already in my pack. Also have some good dock line, some cheapie Harbor Freight rope I want to replace with good climbing rope someday, 350 cord, and two sizes of shock cord. My pack is a long-term bag, and hovers around 50lbs, so I'm figuring out how much cordage I should put in it without overdoing it. If there is such a thing, when it comes to cordage. Haha
So ive had a 58 pattern belt and pouches for years, use them occasionally when hiking etc. However not being able to wear it with a pack that has a waist strap has really put me off. That SAS e&E drop pouch is brilliant, i had no idea it existed, im not oging to pay what they seem to go for, but im going to look into how to drop a few molle pouches down below the belt line.... that helikon pouch also looks good, do you have a drop adaptor on that?
i also have a karrimor SF pack, but made the mistake of getting the one without molle straps on it..... and the huge side pockets, very annoying when walking through doorways
The Helikon pouch shown here comes with the drop loop, they make a few different types, really good kit. Silvermans also sell a modern version of the SAS Escape Pouch, basically a PLCE version.
Karrimor SF packs were explained to me as:
Predator = Molle
Sabre = No Molle
Otherwise the designs are identical.
30L = No zip on side pocket option.
Everything over 30L = Zip on side pocket option available.
I watch all these bug out bag videos and not 1 person has a bow string. When you need to hunt without giving away your position, a bow is going to be a life saver. Even if you need to defend yourself.
can you explain how these bags connect a little better. i love the setup, i just want to make sure im looking at the correct models so that they actually will work together. thanks!
Respect for para, and great review. In a worst case SHTF situation though, as a lone civilian rather than a supported member of a military team, there's possibly no one coming to help - at least no one friendly, and not for a long time (no use for a whistle and a red scarf). I don't hear many bug-out-bag preppers addressing that level of an event. Thoughts?
Thanks mate. I'd say a whistle is an essential tool for attracting attention. SHTF can be one of many scenarios, for example what just happened in Hawaii. Natural disasters are more likely than Red Dawn. As a lone civilian there's a good change the emergency services will be looking for you, and if you can attract their attention it will save your life.
@@PreparedPathfinder So you're assuming that Maui WAS a natural disaster, and that authorities WERE doing their best to rescue / help civilians, rather than leaving many to tread water in the ocean for hours, etc. As we fall rapidly into 2030 WEF world, globally, I think I'll use the whistle space instead for more jerky.
With reference to your primary FAK, you didn't mention Celox / Hemostatic dressing.. was that in the plastic bag with your other wound pads etc?
Yes mate.
@@PreparedPathfinder Cheers 👍
Sorry...last question, was the poncho liner you laid everything out on part of the kit as well?...I personally carry the Helikon Swagman Roll as it doubles up as a poncho liner, blanket or a lightweight zipped sleeping bag.
My alternate lightweight W/P is the Helikon Poncho that can also be used as a basha.
@@greghardman5064 no, that’s not part of my kit.
Great video / content. Sounds like go pro audio or something else rather rough.
My first video mate, have progressed now.
Subscribing, in case you get famous im number 4 lol
Roger that Ben, cheers!
💚🍃🍂🍃💚🍂
I'm not famous mate, but I'm on over 4.5k subs, cheers Ben!
@@PreparedPathfinder Hell yea brother keep it up
@@benrusnak2077 cheers mate!
You need a lapel mike dude.
This was my first video, I have one now.
Who else came here for the pack?
Which arcteryx jacket is that?
Hi Allen, it's a Gamma LT Hoody, great jacket.
What tarp are you using? Looks like a 7x9?
The one behind me in the video is a British Army Issue Basha, approx. 2.5 x 2 m in size, MTP camo. The one in my kit is a Warbonnet Minifly.
After spending 20+ years in the British Army, I'm surprised that you don' have any British Army equipment. Is it really that bad?
I’d rather use gear that isn’t camouflage. Plus it tends to be bulky and heavy.