Ill Mention This since these are recurring Questions.. Pack weighs overall 35-38lbs. It has a power bank, Solar Panels, and a power Network Built into it. I have compasses, Eye hooks, Yo-Yo Reels, etc in this kit. There are a few dozen piece built into the smaller kits within the Bag. If you want to learn more check my feed for those relevant videos! Thank you all for the support.
DropForgedSurvival to much stuff. Underwear in a 3day bag? If SHTF underwear is moot. That space and weight could have been put to better use.Food?Don't get me wrong. Nice kit..but Way over done for a 3day.
Quick tip... Don't pack your bags full. This tip is for everything from bugout bags to luggage. You will always pick things up along the way plus for items like your expandable water bottle or throwing in some extra food in a hurry
Where to begin ? lol :) There's a lot I would ditch personally to make room for more food but in an uncertain world only the survivors will be experts. Until then it's a crap-shoot with no right or wrong gear choices, merely interesting ones. Put your money down and wait for the dice of fate to roll. Thoughts: Powerbanks, Batteries & Solar Panels - The FCC minimum requirement for backup power at cell towers is about 2- 4 hours, some in more remote locations do have generators but it is not mandatory. Something else to bear in mind is that during an emergency: fire, flood, Mexican paratroopers invading etc, take your pick. Then 911, family & friends may be too busy to pick-up or bugged out themselves. So even if your phone is charged you may not be able to make a call. Smart phones do of course have other survival uses but keeping them charged with a simple hand-cranked dynamo flashlight may provide a better option.
You are only as good a prepper as the knowledge you carry with your tools. I have learned everything about prepping from you and others like Dave Canterbury, David from USTips, Sootch00, Sgt. Fruitcake and Black Scout. I'm glad there is a community of preppers on YT that learn from one another as we all on the other side of the screen do. Plus, it's always good to "hang out" with a fellow Texan. Be safe and keep up the awesomeness!
Thanks alot. We all capture ideas through research and videos... Even if we dont always acknowledge it. Been in contact with Dave and Don. They are great guys.
I like carrying a tomahawk or hatchet head in my pack. You can make a make shift handle for it on the fly or use it as a wedge for wood processing to save your knife edge. No matter how tough a knife is it's only an eventuality of when it breaks.
I enjoy all these vids. I like the items chosen, sometimes I decide against particular items, personal choice, still perfectly fine items. I further like that you give budget alternatives. Thanks much.
I keep mouse traps in my BOB to ease a potential trapping situation. I had a mouse break-in this weekend so I raided my BOB for traps and succeeded. I have to replenish them now, but your BOB can also be a tool for any emergency.
If you're totally against carrying more clothing and extra boots, imo it would be a great idea to at least keep a small sewing/repair kit with thread, needles, safety pins, super glue for fixing shoes, some zip ties, extra shoe/boot laces, a couple cotton iron-on patches you can afix with your steel cup after placing it in the fire, some water resistant tape or just a small section of duct tape flattened out, etc. Not totally necessary but you'd be glad you have it if you happen to ruin a piece of clothing or get a hole in your boots, those types of things can still happen any time even if you're wearing quality gear, which I'm sure you would be after watching the video and seeing the contents you've chosen for the rest of the pack. Overall great video man, I could see this being a lot of help to people wanting to find a good example of what a bugout bag should look like and use it as a templet to build their own kit off of. Keep up the good work, best of luck with your channel buddy.
Cool, I like the idea of nails, I was a bit lazy and have yet to put them in my bags as of yet lol but I did buy some and planned on putting them in the bag, Thanks for the tip on putting them into an Altoids tin, I have plenty of those. Would like to know more about that knife.
I've carried Bear Claw folding branch clippers for a whole lot of years. Everyone thought I was crazy until I showed them the same thing you mentioned about cutting someplace a saw can't reach.
I appreciate the different way you present yourself and your ideas. The one Hong that does stand out to me is your lack of a change of clothes. I understand the idea of living in the south and being warmer, but I have seen ice on oranges in Florida and California and we just saw the winter storm in Texas. Having a dry and warm set of clothes is paramount to survival and the number one defense against hypothermia. Socks and underwear are the first part of that and you have that... but I would recommend a pair of pants and a long sleeve shirt, to go with that waterproof shell you have. I actually keep a fleece inside of my shell... but I live up north.
Great bag. You seem to have an excellent range of items in your bag. Would love to see an updated kids bugout bag to get some ideas. Keep up the great work Chris!
Why does everyone say "tough as nails"? All my nails bend in half when working on projects and make me throw my hammer into my next door neighbors window. The should say "tough as a hammer"
I will always update. Not one bag, knife, axe, will always be the end all be all. Im not in an emergency right now. This is best time to try new things, test, and find what really works before that time comes.
love the contents of the bag and of course the high quality content that you put out in your videos! this video gave me some ideas about some gear that I might want to implement in my own bags.
Just watch a light weight thru hikers gear video on yt. Then you'll see a 10 to 16 pound pack with everything you need. I mean, if I (and all the other thru hikers) can survive the AT and PCT, almost 5000 miles throught heat, rain, snow, 10 degrees, desert, woods, mountains, etc in comfort, so can you! You don't need half of this stuff.
@@DropForgedSurvival It has nothing to do with just food, it has to do with equipment. Besides that, most people don't 'get' anything, you have to go buy/get it somewhere. In the 100 mile wilderness I carried 11 days of food, theres nothing out there. On the pct there are a lot of stretches where there's nothing out there for 7 to 10 days, like the high sierras. In the desert you carry 4 to 6 liters of water a lot of times cause there's no water or anything for 40 or 50 miles+your food. Well, at least I have that experience instead of a mental survival experience from the backyard😬 Your pack weighs 38 pounds with a lot of stuff you don't need. Mine weighs 14 pounds everything from shelter, sleep system, cooking, clothes to mini solarpanel and batterypack. So i can bring 24 pounds of food😏 i'll survive.
Chris, Please put those 18650s in a hard case or those silicon battery condoms ( both cost about a buck) . If you short out an 18650 very bad things will happen! If you have ever seen a video of vapes exploding those were shorted 18650s.
Great video and review. I really like the Pathfinder knife. One very useful thing (things) I would add to your nail kit are Eye Hooks. They work great for setting up fishing yo-yos and securing snares. I just received my WowTac A1S. Freakin awesome flashlight for the price. Fowler rocked that Cold Steel shovel. I wasn't a fan of it but I am now. It's next on my "The Shit I Need" list. Thanks for sharing.
All Good ideas. I actually have all of that in the Fishing and Trapping kit! You are correct on those items for sure. This video is a "gloss over" if i went piece by piece... it would 45 minutes. lol
Just an fyi you can get military surplus packs for cheap I'm talking about the old school stuff like Alice packs, MOLLE II rucksacks and replace of the old hardware with itw buckles on the webbing straps. Plus you can get new backpacks that are made for tactical groups LEO styles. Also check for supplies; paracord, knifes, sleeping bags, MREs, machetes, folding shovels, camping utensils, flashlights, battle dress uniforms, canteens, hydration packs, boots, gloves, tents, cots, mosquito nets, magnesium fire starting, medical supplies and tools, cast iron frying pans, can openers.
Surplus stores arent bad but they arent in every town or city. Amazon, Walmart, and some form of Outdoor or Hunting store is. Not bad ideas to look for some people though.
DropForgedSurvival ohh lol I forgot to mention I live in San Diego California we've got a couple too many military bases here plus the amount of military surplus stores is higher than normal we have navy, marine and some army stuff at most surplus store's.
Your BoB is amazing! in fact, every video I have seen is an excellent advice for equipment and how to put it together. I find kind excessive to include the prunning sheers, branches that can be clipped with that tool you should be able to cut them bare hand, or stepping on them in order to make some firewood. I don´t know, it´s just a thought. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!
Alright! but since this is a Bug out Bag, which nature is simply to help us to transition from point A to point B in order to get more chances to survive, stupid clean cuts really matters? but, if it works well for you then thumbs up!
Yes I get that and no... not 100%.. But Plans... Rarely work out especially in an Emergency. So having options to last longer is better than nothing... We have 3 bug out locations... one closer to home in case we have to hoof it, one farther, and then the main spot which is "ideal".
Yes, I totally agree with you, That´s why I let the tools for specific tasks stored in the bug out location. Plans... ...plans must work near the 100% if you study very well the risks, threats and vulnerabilities around you.
DropForgedSurvival I can see great use for the pruners. There may be times when you'd need green wood (more flexibility) for a certain construction project and another tool just won't grant the ability to procure that resource. Tada, pruners give clean cut in tight spaces.
Like the way you organized your bag and the things you carry in it. would be nice if you could leave a printed list of all the supplies and where to get them in case someone wanted to copy what you have.
I saw that after my comment and I thank you for it ... nothing worse than seeing a great item you want and then not being able to find it. I really enjoy your presentation of your bug out bag review.
Hello Chris. I really like you and your videos. I've learned a lot I've watched you a lot. I'm gonna just say it $250 for a backpack is completely ridiculous in my opinion. However you did show one that was in the $70 range which feel like is a much better option. I believe in military surplus. I know that there is equipment that is high tech and all but I've found that the need that we have can be met much cheaper than these high-tech gadgets through military surplus. I'll be watching you on all your adventures and outings you rock dude thanks a lot for all that you do thank you for what you bring to us God bless you peace out okie dokie over and out keep looking up+
Problem with Norway is that i need a sub-freezing sleeping bag, all year round, despite warm summers. And those sleeping bags are quite big. Mine takes up 80% of my 5.11 rush 72 bag.
Get a window visor for a hammock pad. It's Mylar and bubble wrap. I use one for my hammock. You can buy rolls at Home Depot or just a visor at auto parts stores for 5 bucks.
What about just some big trash bags? It's an easy, cheap, lightweight means of water proofing. And there's plenty of other uses you could use them for as well
Query: How much did the pack weigh? I don't recall you mentioning. Seems like a pretty well thought out kit that should keep you alive easily for 72 hrs and probably a good bit longer than that. One nice factor about that bag is that it doesn't scream tactical, in fact, it looks like it might be quite flimsy even if it's not. Adding a few water purification tabs to your kit would be easy and they weigh nothing, as an extra alternative to boiling for larger purification. Add a few contractor garbage bags and I think this kit is likely near-perfect for use in urban or wilderness for short term bug-out.
Is it possible for you to make a video with your wife showing the different things you put into your bug out? Are there supplemental things that she adds to her bag? Also, do your children also sleep in hammocks?
Really like your videos here are some ideas for you. A couple of tea candles for light and starting a fire, and will provide heat. Get a pill box the kind that have separate areas for each day you can put small fishing hooks and any pills you need take and any other small items.
:))) now it's 2020 that I'm watching your video and I swear you have never used this set up ever in reality. . In a worse case, all you need is a fire set up, knife , Shelter, first aid kit, cook set or simply just a pot, map and compass.
The Heavy Duty Ratcheting Pruners are stupid good. Should have guessed that gear made for ALOT of Yard Work and Landscaping would work well for a Camping Setup and Bug Out
Having watched a number of these videos, I have to say that your bag is very well thought out. You definitely have some gear that I will be looking into.
@@DropForgedSurvival That's fair, but I'd rather have tools that serve many purposes and the knowledge to remove as many as I can. Comfort items are nice, but you have to keep that weight to a minimum.
Looks like you thought of everything but my question is how much does it weigh my knees are shot out from the Army and I don't want to carry a super heavy bag
We got asked that previously... About 35 lbs which isnt bad at all. My 125lb Wife Carried and Hiked with it for testing for over 4 miles in the heat. It weighs nothing to me as a 220lb guy
I experienced the Three Mile Island near meltdown in close proximity. I understand that bugging out can be necessary, and I have a bug out bag. But I will be bugging out ONLY when a catastrophe makes the area uninhabitable and getting away is necessary for survival. Foreign invaders, zombie hoards, whatever. I'm staying put unless a Chernobyl / Mount St. Helen's type event is about to happen nearby.
I really enjoy your videos! I have zero real world experience with survival beyond glamping. What I do have are ideas and questions about the practicality of them. Like the viability of packing the $5 compact backpack from Walmart in case you find an unprepared friend in a SHTF scenario. Or iodine tablets. Are they practical? Or as I suggested on one of your other videos, tampons as multi-use items in a BOB. Lastly, I'm not finding many videos that utilize a mountain bike in a SHTF scenario or the difference in load outs with the ability to utilize more weight. Keep the videos coming. They're awesome.
Statement: Things like the $5 compact backpacks are useful for a variety of things. Perhaps you came across a berry patch and you wanted to gather all of them...you'll need more than a bandana. Perhaps it's very wet in your area, and you stumble across a patch of excellent dry tinder. You'll want to gather that then, and also keep it dry for when you need fire. Bags like that aren't particularly strong and aren't meant for long wear and tear, they're meant for utility. That being said though, most of them would probably hold up long enough for a short term emergency that you could toss one to a friend. Tampons were originally designed as bullet wound dressings, so yes they're a great option no only for first aid but also make excellent tinder if needed and can serve to help any women that you're with. Iodine tablets (I'm assuming radiation tabs?) are a good idea as they're lightweight and can save you from exposure to radiation...but that really won't do you much good unless you also carry a dosimeter system to know when you're being exposed and should take them. There are keychain versions for radiation detection and handheld geiger counters. If you're worried about it, or live near a plant, or in the fallout zone, or in a major city which might be a nuclear target...I'd say yes they would be a good addition.
The iodine tablets I have are labeled as water purification and are sold with a second bottle of tablets that are supposed to get rid of the iodine taste. I'm guessing that the purification straws are more efficient, but redundancy maybe?
Commentary: Carrying water purification tablets is a good idea as they are light and offer the ability to purify water while on the move. Just make very certain that you use the right amount of tablet for the right amount of water. There are several companies that produce good tablets, like Aquamira or Aquapure or Coleman. The iodine tablets and the second tablets to remove the taste are the older way of doing the same thing. If you're going to carry iodine then it's better to carry 2% tincture of iodine which can also serve as first aid disinfectant. Otherwise I'd ditch those tablets and find the newer type that fit the particular container size that you want to use. For example if you have a 1 L canteen you want to purchase tablets that make it easy, so you can just drop one or two tabs in the container and leave it for the required time depending on the chemical used (typically 30 mins to 4 hrs). Aquamira is what I use, it's chlorine dioxide tablets which purify about 1L of water. In my water system I have 2 1L canteens on my belt and a 2L hydration bladder in my pack. With tablets I could purify all those containers with 4 tablets. It's heavy to carry a gallon of water but having 1L on each side of my belt and 2 on my back makes it manageable, but I live in the desert so my water needs are likely much greater than yours might be. Water is the most critical thing aside from defense and medical, so it's better to have too many options when it comes to water than too little. Exposure and dehydration kill a lot more people than infection or animal attack or accident.
Seems like a lot of unnecessary weight for extended travel. Maybe you have tested that and it works for you, but when I tested my gear last year I found that weight was a BIG deal. So then it becomes a balance of having the appropriate and necessary gear, but keeping weight to a minimum and eliminating any unnecessary items. On extended hikes, there were items that I quickly decided were nit worth carrying.
Btw....we also hike tested on both wilderness trails as well as urban travel that included extended train track hike. Both were two completely different. And after testing gear in both cold overnighter, and hike and fore testing during rainfall....both also proved invaluable to making much needed changes
3 day packs should be personalized anyways. These are just some of the things he recommends and uses himself. My 3 day pack has a lot less as well, but there are some things still missing from it as well.
what are the small food rations you have for your B.O.B? those seem excellent for any prepper who wants a stable long term food source but would also want to save space as well.
Since it is set up as a BOB rather primarily than for camping, I would suggest a couple of quality dust masks, several large trash bags (to improvise a crude decontamination suit, among other purposes), a few yards of duct- or Gorilla tape, and a 'Nukalert' (www.nukalert.com/index_a.html) pocket radiation detector. I've had one for about ten years (their warrant limit), and it still works (I tested it against an ionization type smoke detector), although it's about due for a battery replacement. I'm also a huge fan of the Cold Steel shovel. CS also sells a 2-piece blowgun and darts for hunting small game or other purposes that such emergencies might provoke. Or you might try a small slingshot instead.
I have no clue how sleepy you are.. so I remind you that you are entering my World. lol jk. During editing it isnt loud to me at all. But for most its due to one thing.. "headphones".
DropForgedSurvival nah I'm just saying it was as loud as a gunshot and hurt my ears. I don't get tired I have marching band and my first class starts at 5:50 am. So 3 hours of sleep a night is well sufficient
As a doctor, I can tell you that a first aid kit of that size is not worth carrying. Just keep bandaids, gauze, and anti-septic wipes. If you are bleeding arterially in a situation where you need a kit of this size, a tourniquet is not the solution. Other than that, great video.
Since you are a doctor... this a good time to ask.. "Im bleeding badly, I only have my wife with me, what do i need to stop the bleeding and not die.. "Hospital isnt a viable option, no outside contact with the civilized world reasonably" Humor me..
DropForgedSurvival I think you are missing my point. First of all, I am not trying to insult you or demote you as a person. Secondly, what is in a kit that size can easily be supplemented by a cotton tshirt and strong, sturdy leather belt. I am saying that if you are concerned about severe first aid emergencies ( which is a good thing to be concerned about) I would recommend carrying something far more substantial with the ability to PERMANENTLY stop bleeding.
Eh rule of 3, no food for 3 weeks? Have you performed strenuous activity with little food for days on end? I have and got hypoglycemia which will quickly kill if not treated with food. Also going 1 week without food might not kill, but eating food after 1+ week can kill you quickly if not done very carefully. And let's not forget the penalties of trying to operate with no food for long periods of time. Try not sleeping for 3 days and then trying to solve a puzzle, a lack of sleep/food won't kill you but it will severely handicap you.
If you ever like any of the ideas... "Dont expect you love every single one" But we always link to pages and products in the video descriptions. Keeps it all in one place to find things you are looking for.
DropForgedSurvival would you do on the Gi woodland Camo Standard Backpack MOLLE 2 w/sustainment punches? Ive bought the bag but haven't gotten the mail yet its about $71 on amazon but any chance you could do a test run with it it only weighs in about 12 lbs
There are 3 Knives in the 206 piece Organizer Kit, a main survival knife, ceramic knife in the WAZOO Belt, and whatever is always on me.. SR1, 4MAx, etc... What do you mean by this Heretic Speak of one knife?
i didnt say you put one knife,but based on 206 organizer survival kit,water canteen kit,..i thought youre gonna put like 10 knives in bag,btw i dont think you need more,my original comment was sarkazm
Ill Mention This since these are recurring Questions.. Pack weighs overall 35-38lbs. It has a power bank, Solar Panels, and a power Network Built into it. I have compasses, Eye hooks, Yo-Yo Reels, etc in this kit. There are a few dozen piece built into the smaller kits within the Bag. If you want to learn more check my feed for those relevant videos! Thank you all for the support.
Try to make your clothes in to a scivvy this is better for packing than you just have a roll
Do you have some kind of biodegradable camp soap for washing your hands or pots and cookware.?
DropForgedSurvival to much stuff. Underwear in a 3day bag? If SHTF underwear is moot. That space and weight could have been put to better use.Food?Don't get me wrong. Nice kit..but Way over done for a 3day.
R u doing a review of the gerber ultimate pro survival knife pls!!!!! Thnx
DropForgedSurvival fuck the haters, awesome videos!
Quick tip... Don't pack your bags full. This tip is for everything from bugout bags to luggage. You will always pick things up along the way plus for items like your expandable water bottle or throwing in some extra food in a hurry
Interesting tip. Thanks
My favorite part of your channel is the beautiful link dump. Thank you so much for providing that.
I just want to make it easy for other to do more research, pick up anything they love, and not have to play the google search game.
DropForgedSurvival thanks all the effort you put into your videos and responding to comments!
That's a great idea putting water pouches in your water bottle. Never even thought of that and have never seen it done before. Thanks!,
Long term water for any moment.. lol
Where to begin ? lol :) There's a lot I would ditch personally to make room for more food but in an uncertain world only the survivors will be experts. Until then it's a crap-shoot with no right or wrong gear choices, merely interesting ones. Put your money down and wait for the dice of fate to roll.
Thoughts:
Powerbanks, Batteries & Solar Panels - The FCC minimum requirement for backup power at cell towers is about 2- 4 hours, some in more remote locations do have generators but it is not mandatory. Something else to bear in mind is that during an emergency: fire, flood, Mexican paratroopers invading etc, take your pick. Then 911, family & friends may be too busy to pick-up or bugged out themselves. So even if your phone is charged you may not be able to make a call. Smart phones do of course have other survival uses but keeping them charged with a simple hand-cranked dynamo flashlight may provide a better option.
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You are only as good a prepper as the knowledge you carry with your tools. I have learned everything about prepping from you and others like Dave Canterbury, David from USTips, Sootch00, Sgt. Fruitcake and Black Scout. I'm glad there is a community of preppers on YT that learn from one another as we all on the other side of the screen do. Plus, it's always good to "hang out" with a fellow Texan. Be safe and keep up the awesomeness!
Thanks alot. We all capture ideas through research and videos... Even if we dont always acknowledge it. Been in contact with Dave and Don. They are great guys.
I like carrying a tomahawk or hatchet head in my pack. You can make a make shift handle for it on the fly or use it as a wedge for wood processing to save your knife edge. No matter how tough a knife is it's only an eventuality of when it breaks.
That's a bug out bag or survival bag if I've ever seen one . Great job. Thanks. Tony
Thanks Tony, Experimenting with kits and various gear is fun as we enjoy the outdoors.
I enjoy all these vids. I like the items chosen, sometimes I decide against particular items, personal choice, still perfectly fine items. I further like that you give budget alternatives. Thanks much.
I keep mouse traps in my BOB to ease a potential trapping situation. I had a mouse break-in this weekend so I raided my BOB for traps and succeeded. I have to replenish them now, but your BOB can also be a tool for any emergency.
Rat Traps are bad... We have those in our get home bags and in our kids BOB's as they are fool proof for them.
Wow! You have a survival from your survival kit. That never occurred to me. Awsome!
A tiny “what if kit” while out in the bush.
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Nice Video like always !! And i think its cool that your wife participate to the videos, keep up the good work !
We are a team for sure.
If you're totally against carrying more clothing and extra boots, imo it would be a great idea to at least keep a small sewing/repair kit with thread, needles, safety pins, super glue for fixing shoes, some zip ties, extra shoe/boot laces, a couple cotton iron-on patches you can afix with your steel cup after placing it in the fire, some water resistant tape or just a small section of duct tape flattened out, etc. Not totally necessary but you'd be glad you have it if you happen to ruin a piece of clothing or get a hole in your boots, those types of things can still happen any time even if you're wearing quality gear, which I'm sure you would be after watching the video and seeing the contents you've chosen for the rest of the pack.
Overall great video man, I could see this being a lot of help to people wanting to find a good example of what a bugout bag should look like and use it as a templet to build their own kit off of. Keep up the good work, best of luck with your channel buddy.
Cool, I like the idea of nails, I was a bit lazy and have yet to put them in my bags as of yet lol but I did buy some and planned on putting them in the bag, Thanks for the tip on putting them into an Altoids tin, I have plenty of those. Would like to know more about that knife.
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Wow! Great stuff. Very well presented and very comprehensive.
I've carried Bear Claw folding branch clippers for a whole lot of years. Everyone thought I was crazy until I showed them the same thing you mentioned about cutting someplace a saw can't reach.
The edge is so hard the edge lasts a long long time.
I appreciate the different way you present yourself and your ideas.
The one Hong that does stand out to me is your lack of a change of clothes.
I understand the idea of living in the south and being warmer, but I have seen ice on oranges in Florida and California and we just saw the winter storm in Texas.
Having a dry and warm set of clothes is paramount to survival and the number one defense against hypothermia. Socks and underwear are the first part of that and you have that... but I would recommend a pair of pants and a long sleeve shirt, to go with that waterproof shell you have. I actually keep a fleece inside of my shell... but I live up north.
Great bag. You seem to have an excellent range of items in your bag. Would love to see an updated kids bugout bag to get some ideas. Keep up the great work Chris!
Hahaha Already in the works.
Why does everyone say "tough as nails"? All my nails bend in half when working on projects and make me throw my hammer into my next door neighbors window. The should say "tough as a hammer"
I love that you update this. Everyone should
I will always update. Not one bag, knife, axe, will always be the end all be all. Im not in an emergency right now. This is best time to try new things, test, and find what really works before that time comes.
Excellent kit with some really good gear. I use a Kelty Coyote 80 personally. Somewhat similar to the one your illustrating.
Those clippers are a nifty invention. Cool setup
Heavy Duty Ratcheting Clippers are a dumb good idea, they were made for the elderly and kids. to allow them to do hard work with less overall effort.
love the contents of the bag and of course the high quality content that you put out in your videos! this video gave me some ideas about some gear that I might want to implement in my own bags.
Good to know and I am glad we could help with some ideas. That is important.
Excellent video, my friend. Lots of great ideas that I will definitely borrow. Very entertaining as well. Love it.
Glad you found it useful and fun!
Just watch a light weight thru hikers gear video on yt. Then you'll see a 10 to 16 pound pack with everything you need. I mean, if I (and all the other thru hikers) can survive the AT and PCT, almost 5000 miles throught heat, rain, snow, 10 degrees, desert, woods, mountains, etc in comfort, so can you! You don't need half of this stuff.
Yall get weekly resupplies.... In no way the same thing.
@@DropForgedSurvival It has nothing to do with just food, it has to do with equipment. Besides that, most people don't 'get' anything, you have to go buy/get it somewhere. In the 100 mile wilderness I carried 11 days of food, theres nothing out there. On the pct there are a lot of stretches where there's nothing out there for 7 to 10 days, like the high sierras. In the desert you carry 4 to 6 liters of water a lot of times cause there's no water or anything for 40 or 50 miles+your food. Well, at least I have that experience instead of a mental survival experience from the backyard😬 Your pack weighs 38 pounds with a lot of stuff you don't need. Mine weighs 14 pounds everything from shelter, sleep system, cooking, clothes to mini solarpanel and batterypack. So i can bring 24 pounds of food😏 i'll survive.
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Chris, Please put those 18650s in a hard case or those silicon battery condoms ( both cost about a buck) . If you short out an 18650 very bad things will happen! If you have ever seen a video of vapes exploding those were shorted 18650s.
Slap a ham radio with extra batteries in there and you are good to go. great video!
Great video and review. I really like the Pathfinder knife. One very useful thing (things) I would add to your nail kit are Eye Hooks. They work great for setting up fishing yo-yos and securing snares. I just received my WowTac A1S. Freakin awesome flashlight for the price. Fowler rocked that Cold Steel shovel. I wasn't a fan of it but I am now. It's next on my "The Shit I Need" list. Thanks for sharing.
All Good ideas. I actually have all of that in the Fishing and Trapping kit! You are correct on those items for sure. This video is a "gloss over" if i went piece by piece... it would 45 minutes. lol
DropForgedSurvival No doubt it would be a long video!!! Great kit for sure.
DropForgedSurvival what's the name of the stove that fits with the canteen and cup?
Just an fyi you can get military surplus packs for cheap I'm talking about the old school stuff like Alice packs, MOLLE II rucksacks and replace of the old hardware with itw buckles on the webbing straps. Plus you can get new backpacks that are made for tactical groups LEO styles. Also check for supplies; paracord, knifes, sleeping bags, MREs, machetes, folding shovels, camping utensils, flashlights, battle dress uniforms, canteens, hydration packs, boots, gloves, tents, cots, mosquito nets, magnesium fire starting, medical supplies and tools, cast iron frying pans, can openers.
Surplus stores arent bad but they arent in every town or city. Amazon, Walmart, and some form of Outdoor or Hunting store is. Not bad ideas to look for some people though.
DropForgedSurvival ohh lol I forgot to mention I live in San Diego California we've got a couple too many military bases here plus the amount of military surplus stores is higher than normal we have navy, marine and some army stuff at most surplus store's.
Your BoB is amazing! in fact, every video I have seen is an excellent advice for equipment and how to put it together. I find kind excessive to include the prunning sheers, branches that can be clipped with that tool you should be able to cut them bare hand, or stepping on them in order to make some firewood. I don´t know, it´s just a thought. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!
The Sheers have helped me cut branch in very awkward places i can barely reach, as well as make stupid clean cuts with minimal effort.
Alright! but since this is a Bug out Bag, which nature is simply to help us to transition from point A to point B in order to get more chances to survive, stupid clean cuts really matters? but, if it works well for you then thumbs up!
Yes I get that and no... not 100%.. But Plans... Rarely work out especially in an Emergency. So having options to last longer is better than nothing... We have 3 bug out locations... one closer to home in case we have to hoof it, one farther, and then the main spot which is "ideal".
Yes, I totally agree with you, That´s why I let the tools for specific tasks stored in the bug out location. Plans... ...plans must work near the 100% if you study very well the risks, threats and vulnerabilities around you.
DropForgedSurvival I can see great use for the pruners. There may be times when you'd need green wood (more flexibility) for a certain construction project and another tool just won't grant the ability to procure that resource. Tada, pruners give clean cut in tight spaces.
Like the way you organized your bag and the things you carry in it. would be nice if you could leave a printed list of all the supplies and where to get them in case someone wanted to copy what you have.
I have buy links for everything in the video description as in all my videos. Thanks!
I saw that after my comment and I thank you for it ... nothing worse than seeing a great item you want and then not being able to find it. I really enjoy your presentation of your bug out bag review.
I hear you on wanting YKK zippers but for $250 ... that's dirt cheap in the backpacking backpack arena.
Hello Chris. I really like you and your videos. I've learned a lot I've watched you a lot. I'm gonna just say it $250 for a backpack is completely ridiculous in my opinion. However you did show one that was in the $70 range which feel like is a much better option. I believe in military surplus. I know that there is equipment that is high tech and all but I've found that the need that we have can be met much cheaper than these high-tech gadgets through military surplus. I'll be watching you on all your adventures and outings you rock dude thanks a lot for all that you do thank you for what you bring to us God bless you peace out okie dokie over and out keep looking up+
Problem with Norway is that i need a sub-freezing sleeping bag, all year round, despite warm summers.
And those sleeping bags are quite big. Mine takes up 80% of my 5.11 rush 72 bag.
In the North and Sleeping Bags, Jackets, Hoods, Masks, and Overall Shelter will always be "Personal Needs" to a specific Region!
DropForgedSurvival I would go with a 32-40 degree bag and use a mylar blanket as an insert. Drops weight and plenty warm.
Get a window visor for a hammock pad. It's Mylar and bubble wrap. I use one for my hammock. You can buy rolls at Home Depot or just a visor at auto parts stores for 5 bucks.
Love it. Glad you keep it updated
Hello sir
I am India and i like ur survival videos
I got that nail idea also, I currently have my bugout nail stash in an empty pill bottle
Nice
Awesome bag i need to get a folding shovel as well thanks for the idea
What about just some big trash bags? It's an easy, cheap, lightweight means of water proofing. And there's plenty of other uses you could use them for as well
That is why I have a poncho, a tarp, and a hamock. To not need Trash Bags.. They do work but... if you can use better gear. You should
Good morning!
Mornin
Query: How much did the pack weigh? I don't recall you mentioning. Seems like a pretty well thought out kit that should keep you alive easily for 72 hrs and probably a good bit longer than that. One nice factor about that bag is that it doesn't scream tactical, in fact, it looks like it might be quite flimsy even if it's not. Adding a few water purification tabs to your kit would be easy and they weigh nothing, as an extra alternative to boiling for larger purification. Add a few contractor garbage bags and I think this kit is likely near-perfect for use in urban or wilderness for short term bug-out.
Is it possible for you to make a video with your wife showing the different things you put into your bug out? Are there supplemental things that she adds to her bag? Also, do your children also sleep in hammocks?
Really like your videos here are some ideas for you. A couple of tea candles for light and starting a fire, and will provide heat. Get a pill box the kind that have separate areas for each day you can put small fishing hooks and any pills you need take and any other small items.
:))) now it's 2020 that I'm watching your video and I swear you have never used this set up ever in reality.
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In a worse case, all you need is a fire set up, knife , Shelter, first aid kit, cook set or simply just a pot, map and compass.
man I wish your intro music was louder... it only blew one of my phone's speakers not both
dudes living in a fantasy land
Those scissors are badass and in kinda army green color so I like them sorta
The Heavy Duty Ratcheting Pruners are stupid good. Should have guessed that gear made for ALOT of Yard Work and Landscaping would work well for a Camping Setup and Bug Out
Having watched a number of these videos, I have to say that your bag is very well thought out. You definitely have some gear that I will be looking into.
Thanks Edward. Im glad you found this kit useful
Prepping for those who don't know anything. Nice.
Cut at least half of that crap out.
I would disagree a tad... maybe 25%
@@DropForgedSurvival That's fair, but I'd rather have tools that serve many purposes and the knowledge to remove as many as I can. Comfort items are nice, but you have to keep that weight to a minimum.
Nice gear Bro, like always....✌
Thank you. Been building and experimenting with kits for over 5 years now.. Still like the first time
Nice setup man
Great gear!
Thanks... Always keep learning and never be afraid to evolve a kit build.
Looks like you thought of everything but my question is how much does it weigh my knees are shot out from the Army and I don't want to carry a super heavy bag
We got asked that previously... About 35 lbs which isnt bad at all. My 125lb Wife Carried and Hiked with it for testing for over 4 miles in the heat. It weighs nothing to me as a 220lb guy
DropForgedSurvival thanks 35 lb is good I thought with all that stuff it was going to be double
Frank Castle The Bottom 3 items are only 4.7lbs.
I experienced the Three Mile Island near meltdown in close proximity. I understand that bugging out can be necessary, and I have a bug out bag. But I will be bugging out ONLY when a catastrophe makes the area uninhabitable and getting away is necessary for survival. Foreign invaders, zombie hoards, whatever. I'm staying put unless a Chernobyl / Mount St. Helen's type event is about to happen nearby.
Goodn Luckyone hey I remember that I was 9 and living in enola PA
I really enjoy your videos! I have zero real world experience with survival beyond glamping. What I do have are ideas and questions about the practicality of them. Like the viability of packing the $5 compact backpack from Walmart in case you find an unprepared friend in a SHTF scenario. Or iodine tablets. Are they practical? Or as I suggested on one of your other videos, tampons as multi-use items in a BOB. Lastly, I'm not finding many videos that utilize a mountain bike in a SHTF scenario or the difference in load outs with the ability to utilize more weight. Keep the videos coming. They're awesome.
Statement: Things like the $5 compact backpacks are useful for a variety of things. Perhaps you came across a berry patch and you wanted to gather all of them...you'll need more than a bandana. Perhaps it's very wet in your area, and you stumble across a patch of excellent dry tinder. You'll want to gather that then, and also keep it dry for when you need fire. Bags like that aren't particularly strong and aren't meant for long wear and tear, they're meant for utility. That being said though, most of them would probably hold up long enough for a short term emergency that you could toss one to a friend.
Tampons were originally designed as bullet wound dressings, so yes they're a great option no only for first aid but also make excellent tinder if needed and can serve to help any women that you're with.
Iodine tablets (I'm assuming radiation tabs?) are a good idea as they're lightweight and can save you from exposure to radiation...but that really won't do you much good unless you also carry a dosimeter system to know when you're being exposed and should take them. There are keychain versions for radiation detection and handheld geiger counters. If you're worried about it, or live near a plant, or in the fallout zone, or in a major city which might be a nuclear target...I'd say yes they would be a good addition.
The iodine tablets I have are labeled as water purification and are sold with a second bottle of tablets that are supposed to get rid of the iodine taste. I'm guessing that the purification straws are more efficient, but redundancy maybe?
Commentary: Carrying water purification tablets is a good idea as they are light and offer the ability to purify water while on the move. Just make very certain that you use the right amount of tablet for the right amount of water. There are several companies that produce good tablets, like Aquamira or Aquapure or Coleman.
The iodine tablets and the second tablets to remove the taste are the older way of doing the same thing. If you're going to carry iodine then it's better to carry 2% tincture of iodine which can also serve as first aid disinfectant. Otherwise I'd ditch those tablets and find the newer type that fit the particular container size that you want to use. For example if you have a 1 L canteen you want to purchase tablets that make it easy, so you can just drop one or two tabs in the container and leave it for the required time depending on the chemical used (typically 30 mins to 4 hrs).
Aquamira is what I use, it's chlorine dioxide tablets which purify about 1L of water. In my water system I have 2 1L canteens on my belt and a 2L hydration bladder in my pack. With tablets I could purify all those containers with 4 tablets. It's heavy to carry a gallon of water but having 1L on each side of my belt and 2 on my back makes it manageable, but I live in the desert so my water needs are likely much greater than yours might be.
Water is the most critical thing aside from defense and medical, so it's better to have too many options when it comes to water than too little. Exposure and dehydration kill a lot more people than infection or animal attack or accident.
Thanks for chiming in on this... We are prepping for a hurricane hear in Texas... Otherwise Id be alot of Active online!
Cool bag.
It offers alot of back and shoulder support.
Seems like a lot of unnecessary weight for extended travel. Maybe you have tested that and it works for you, but when I tested my gear last year I found that weight was a BIG deal. So then it becomes a balance of having the appropriate and necessary gear, but keeping weight to a minimum and eliminating any unnecessary items. On extended hikes, there were items that I quickly decided were nit worth carrying.
Btw....we also hike tested on both wilderness trails as well as urban travel that included extended train track hike. Both were two completely different. And after testing gear in both cold overnighter, and hike and fore testing during rainfall....both also proved invaluable to making much needed changes
3 day packs should be personalized anyways. These are just some of the things he recommends and uses himself. My 3 day pack has a lot less as well, but there are some things still missing from it as well.
Nice kit!
One of the best bags I've seen. Thanks for the great ideas!
Thanks alot!
Lets see the kids bug out bags
Good video - you gave me some gear ideas. Scott
I would think the pack displayed at the end would be more ideal for me
Hey man want to see that small pouch u showed that has everything u need
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why all are new? are you using it?
what are the small food rations you have for your B.O.B? those seem excellent for any prepper who wants a stable long term food source but would also want to save space as well.
Do the kid’s bugout bags!
Since it is set up as a BOB rather primarily than for camping, I would suggest a couple of quality dust masks, several large trash bags (to improvise a crude decontamination suit, among other purposes), a few yards of duct- or Gorilla tape, and a 'Nukalert' (www.nukalert.com/index_a.html) pocket radiation detector. I've had one for about ten years (their warrant limit), and it still works (I tested it against an ionization type smoke detector), although it's about due for a battery replacement.
I'm also a huge fan of the Cold Steel shovel. CS also sells a 2-piece blowgun and darts for hunting small game or other purposes that such emergencies might provoke. Or you might try a small slingshot instead.
God I love this channel
Not a fan of the bag, but your survival kits are great.
What is your compass botton? Nice Bug Out Bag. Congratulations.
When you forget how loud this intro is coming in from a vid with quiet audio
I have no clue how sleepy you are.. so I remind you that you are entering my World. lol jk. During editing it isnt loud to me at all. But for most its due to one thing.. "headphones".
DropForgedSurvival nah I'm just saying it was as loud as a gunshot and hurt my ears. I don't get tired I have marching band and my first class starts at 5:50 am. So 3 hours of sleep a night is well sufficient
You should make a black out bag please
As a doctor, I can tell you that a first aid kit of that size is not worth carrying. Just keep bandaids, gauze, and anti-septic wipes. If you are bleeding arterially in a situation where you need a kit of this size, a tourniquet is not the solution. Other than that, great video.
Oh, don't forget super glue to!
wow that interesting to know thanks
Since you are a doctor... this a good time to ask.. "Im bleeding badly, I only have my wife with me, what do i need to stop the bleeding and not die.. "Hospital isnt a viable option, no outside contact with the civilized world reasonably" Humor me..
DropForgedSurvival I think you are missing my point. First of all, I am not trying to insult you or demote you as a person. Secondly, what is in a kit that size can easily be supplemented by a cotton tshirt and strong, sturdy leather belt. I am saying that if you are concerned about severe first aid emergencies ( which is a good thing to be concerned about) I would recommend carrying something far more substantial with the ability to PERMANENTLY stop bleeding.
Cool dude that's awesome
What kind of items for a B.O.B would you recommend for a semi-truck driver?
You should add an old fashion can opener.
Got one in the 206 Mini Survival Kit. should watch that video as well.
GreyOption P38
Hey man, do you have any video on that awsome paracord bottle wrap on the back?
What kind or brand are the food rations?
What caliber pistol do you carry? Thanks!!
Maybe I missed it, did you say that weight of all that gear?
About 35 lbs which isnt bad at all. My 125lbs Carried and Hiked with it for testing for over 4 miles in the heat.
Where did you get first aid trauma pack?
Eh rule of 3, no food for 3 weeks? Have you performed strenuous activity with little food for days on end? I have and got hypoglycemia which will quickly kill if not treated with food. Also going 1 week without food might not kill, but eating food after 1+ week can kill you quickly if not done very carefully. And let's not forget the penalties of trying to operate with no food for long periods of time. Try not sleeping for 3 days and then trying to solve a puzzle, a lack of sleep/food won't kill you but it will severely handicap you.
That's a lot of gear for 38lbs.
Not really but that is ok if you think so..
What was the name of the waterproof jacket that fit in a stuff sack?
Nice bag man!!! Good video.
How much does this cost
Also great video
Also why don't you carry a personal Locator Beacon
We pack them just in case we get injured and can't do much due to the pain
Don't see a link to your mentioned rain jacket. Uncharted supply?
Uncharted Supply. Yes.. ARound $50 for the jacket. cheaper alternative is the Frog Toggs jacket in the video description.
Do you have a link for the vanquest trauma pack? Or more info on it?
Why don't I have a bug out bag?
gotta get me some of that ez cut ratcheting pruners
Roger Rennenger They are great
where do i find the vanquest trama pack
Second Chance IFAK
Chris i luv your videos but i have a question for you can you build me a bob
8:40 perfect for bugging out.
hey how do you fluff up the paratinder? ive tried and its not fluffying up
Goddess1Princess fray it. A lot
ok
Great video! Would you happen to have the link for the kanteen stove mentioned at the 14:13 mark? Thanks
www.selfrelianceoutfitters.com/collections/stainless-steel-water-bottles
Can you make 5 . 50 . 500 . 5000 . Dollar kit
nice BoB I'm trying to put a couple together for me and my girlfriend
good ideas
If you ever like any of the ideas... "Dont expect you love every single one" But we always link to pages and products in the video descriptions. Keeps it all in one place to find things you are looking for.
Good video, what's the music?
Just some random Background Music I found online.
whats the best bugout bag you recommend?
Out of only bags i have tested........ The Kifaru Muskeg. But it really depends on personal needs and overall restrictions you put on yourself
DropForgedSurvival would you do on the Gi woodland Camo Standard Backpack MOLLE 2 w/sustainment punches? Ive bought the bag but haven't gotten the mail yet its about $71 on amazon but any chance you could do a test run with it it only weighs in about 12 lbs
Build your one survival bag
I expected more knives there,damn,i thought i knew you
There are 3 Knives in the 206 piece Organizer Kit, a main survival knife, ceramic knife in the WAZOO Belt, and whatever is always on me.. SR1, 4MAx, etc... What do you mean by this Heretic Speak of one knife?
i didnt say you put one knife,but based on 206 organizer survival kit,water canteen kit,..i thought youre gonna put like 10 knives in bag,btw i dont think you need more,my original comment was sarkazm