When I was homeless for two years , I did my share of hitch hiking and was sometimes prepared sometimes not . I think having less is better. A day or two hiking with all that stuff is bad for your body and can make you a target. The less you carry , the less calories you burn which means the less food you need to survive. Comfort and survival are two different things. It really depends on the region you are trying to survive in. For 72 hours, you can survive on bread , water and some multivitamins. Heavy duty large trash bags are good to have because you can use them as a lightweight tarp whether your sleeping on concrete or dirt. They also can be used to create makeshift ponchos in a pinch. Thanks for the vid!
This comment is much more valuable than people realize. I dont have your experienced position, but once I started testing my bags under real world hiking conditions (cold weather, wet weather, extremely hot weather, down rail road tracks etc.) I quickly understood the absolute necessity for a light weight option. I came home from a 3 mile hike in cold and wet weather and promptly removed 10 lbs of items that I previously thought were “necessary”. Contractor bags, extra socks, lightweight headlamp, poncho, small fire kit, water filter and container (preferably just a smart water bottle that connects to sawyer mini), a few protein bars, some cash and copy of DL etc, small knife (swiss army hiker is awesome), small hygiene kit, Bandanas, hat/gloves, and a couple other misc items....thats about the extent of it for an emergency go bag. For less severe emergencies we keep a suitcase with many more clothes and hygiene items, but if we are on foot then we each have a bag.
I like to stuff my bag to the gills to maximize the number of situations I am prepped for - fully expecting to ditch all the gear that is not needed for the given emergency.
Nicely done. Very complete. Two things I might add: a whistle for signaling, and a Silcock key especially if you are in an urban environment. Thanks for sharing.
Great video, just reviewed it, I pretty much use the same system, food, etc., but I use fuel cubes and mini stove instead of gas, Survivor Filter. The Halftrack system/pack is a 10-comfortable and easy to carry even at 32 lbs., Schrade 36 knife, I’ve added-a Henry A7, silcock key, zip ties, Big Wipes 28 count, 2 large trash bags and a small personal hygiene kit-cut down tooth brush, liquid high concentration soaps in small plastic 2oz containers, eye wash, mole skin (for feet, we’re screwed if blisters hinder walking). Again, excellent video, thanks.
just found your channel and very happy i did. I too have a wife and 2 kids. 3rd video of your i have watched. I am enjoying the content you are producing. Keep up the prepping with family angle. thank you
Yeah, I'm just starting and even keeping my video watching on the low from husband who probably thinks I've lost my mind. So I will buying and stuff on my own for US lol he will be thankful to my craziness when the time comes, which I hope never ever does. lol
In recent years we have had unexpected middle of the night evacuations due to wildfire storms in my state. In last 2 year’s fires many people did not get 10 minutes notice to evacuate. Family members are much more willing to pre-pack a GoBag now that they’ve seen people escape with only the clothing on their backs.
I have containers ready in a truck that I got specifically for my bug out. The containers have all of the necessary base camp equipment. The most important supplies are in the front in case I need to ditch the truck, not including the things in the bug out bag. Everybody I know thinks its a waste.
Great video! One thing to add on the klean kanteen, you can boil water in it because it is single walled stainless steel. A lot of bottles like that are insulated, so double walled, which aren’t good boiling and etc.
One of the best setups I've seen on youtube. One of the few that actually has enough shelter, water, food for the intended purpose. Everybody goes so "tool/gadget" focused, undercuts the basics. (Including me, at first.) Checked out that bag type as I had ideas for those side pockets but at 6.5 lbs for 35 ltr, it seems pretty heavy. I think the 1/4 body weight is a good guideline for the fittest people only and would recommend 15% to the avg Joe Anybody. In an effort to make some suggestions, I don't think I noticed TP/hygiene items in your BOB, and I'd suggest some metal rat traps over snares, but it's actually an effort to add critique. The med kit is large enough to be comprehensive, assume it is. LIke to see your comments after you get that stuff dirty, what you stay with, what you tuck in. New sub, keep 'em coming!
+MysterPynk that's great feedback...thank you! Yeh, about the TP, I have tush wipes in the kit, but just thought about adding some TP in the other day (will have to make that update) and add a few basic hygiene items. Really awesome comment as well above about adding rat traps. We've got rats everywhere out in our area including rabbits, but I agree: catching rats will probably be a lot easier. The med kit is a little on the large side, but with a family that was intentional. If it was just me, I'd cut that down to 1/2 or 1/3 the size it is now. Might need to find ways to cut that down some. I plan on taking the pack out soon to see what works and what doesn't. Thanks for the feedback!
+City Prepping Check out the Stainless Steel "toothed" versions of the traps. I can't believe they wouldn't work on a rabbit, etc. Never tried 'em, but they look completely lethal as long as tethered. Thanks for reply, looking fwd to more vids.
yea gray man is advocated but the fact a person walks on the side of the freeway with some rainbow-colored huge bag will always catch attention. its the size, and situation that will catch attention
If a tactical bag has an advantage both durability wise and functionality? Why tf wouöd i go grayman? Anyone with a big backpack will draw attention, grayman or not. Just throw a rain cover on your tactical backpack and youre good to go.
@Karl Schubert no one plans to evacuate, but if its necessary, its good to have a dedicated bob. Most people also use their bags as camping / bushcraft bags. So they still serve a function.
It appears that your EDC sling(?) can be clipped to your BOB. I bought a XBOB backpack along with a matching Sling that can also be clipped together. It's from Jeff Anderson of "Warrior Life." I too pack heavy so that I'm prepared for all sorts of emergencies but I'm also willing to pare down if the weight becomes an issue. I'll hide the items for later retrieval. My Sling (a k.a. Escape Module/Patrol Bag) can be disconnected because it's lighter & has the basics for survival. It's a work in progress. Excellent presentation. Happy Trails.
+Neo bc awesome...thanks for subscribing. i just did my first video for his channel: ruclips.net/video/ZXY7xcsOvKE/видео.html and he'll creating a video shortly as well for my channel. thanks again for checking out my videos.
idk if it was covered by a previous comment but putting a little strip of electrical tape on the ends of your batteries can help them from unintended draining of them
Very good explanation of everything, one problem is so fast i couldn't understand many things you said, other than that, you are the guy i want to be friends with.
We keep an emergency go bag for each person in our family, and then also a suitcase with additional clothing and hygiene items in the event that there is a less severe emergency that still displaces us for some reason. If we were to be displaced for any extended period of time, I sure wouldn’t prefer to only have the clothing in our go bags.
Great kit. For a few dollars more you could get the EMP/Faraday ziplock bag and protect electronics. I have spare lights, solar charger, and radio in Faraday bag.
yeah. Another option, looking at your vehicle EDC carry your radio can fit in your Klean Kanteen and provide shielding. For bugout you could wrap the electronics in the ziplock then in heavy duty aluminum foil. The foil itself has lot of utilitarian value, too.
You have a lot of "stuff". You were very precise with your choices and I think you did a great job. I think you have the same problem I have found and that is one of the weight of the bags. How much does this stuff weigh? I personally am trying to expand my skill level as I don't think I could carry the items you mentioned for a long distance. Still one of the best videos i have seen. Good job!
Remember "The Ten Essentials" by the Seattle Mountaineers. Can you survive if snowed in for three days or more ? Some places have the five hundred flood every few years... Yes, Location, location, location and high ground with good drainage and a clear area for a fire break. Know where your FEMA camp is and do you want to go there... Thank you for the video ! tjl
+fernando2980 glad you like it. I'm aiming to get 72 hours...more if I stretch it. With a family definitely will have to get a little creative as well.
Dude, great set up! I have a very similar set up. I have honed my bag a bit to cut the weight, I think you will also. Also, don't make the same mistake I did, I had everything ready for a SHTF scenario , but I didn't have a bowl or a cup to nuke my food in while at the office.
+Tom Peebles thanks for the feedback. It definitely is on the heavy side. I guess my thinking is that in a real bug out scenario, the first thing I'll do is load it into my truck and head out. If I have to walk out the front door, then there's a decent amount I can shave off. I have several items that are both in my primary B.O.B. and the E.D.C. Moab 5.11 that attaches (since these are things I use on a daily basic in my E.D.C. but also want to have in my primary B.O.B.). I can easily bring over the items from the E.D.C. I need and leave the rest of the items that are duplicates behind.
Barely found this channel but a friend of mine and myself are going to be looking into getting a lot of gear similar to yours but we need to set up for a more Chicago oriented area. I know I shouldn't say my location but Chicago is massive and otherwise quite a dangerous place to be if unprepared.
I think your setup is really great, you've done a great job focusing on taking care of yourself and your family. I'm looking to see if you have food procurement and defensive measures for when your out there for that time. Maybe some bear mace in the least. Fishing is a great option, firearms for small game works well too.
+Synethesia Serpent thanks for the feedback. Fishing is not really an option where I live (basically a desert area). Definitely covering the protection aspect which I didn't detail in the video.
+City Prepping if you look into Mechanical Fishing Reels, you could use them for fishing (you say you don't need it for your area) but there are videos on how to trap birds as well. They weight almost nothing and take up little space but do the job of a full sized rod. Just food for thought, lol
+Canadian Neo-Frontiersmen thanks! I'd like to add more b/c we'll definitely be burning a lot of calories if we're no the move, but there's only so much weight I can carry. thanks again for the feedback.
+City Prepping you are on the right track....a lot of people don't calculate and miss-judge the weight of food and water vs. gear (witch are more keen to put foCus on) on ...a full walking bug out bag is intended for maximum do 20 miles @ 50 lbs (20% of personal weight). After that restriction on WATER carrying apply. More than that we are dependent on water filtration/treatment...and a well thought plan on a vector depending on resources/logistics intelligence. That is not a hole lot. I did a bug out calculator and I have the intention to post my research on you tube....I would confirm your thoughts. When we look at FORT Mc MURRAY....I think that there is more to learn from that recent experience. I think that bugging out should be revised into a hole new chapter....involving paired vehicles (bugging out with two vehicle foR reliance), communication, mechanics, fuel and re-fuelling option, transport, alternative transport and road access and distance coverage into safe heaven. ;-)
Ive since added an attachable backpack to use as my edc too and my half track is just setup for bushcraft and camping. But when theyre together Im set for anything. Ill do vids when its complete.
One thing I keep for land navigation if roads become impassable is an aeronautical sectional chart. These charts show railroad and powerline right of ways and are loaded with usefull information.
City Prepping Keep in mind that if not being used for air navigation an outdated chart will serve the purpose and may be had a bit cheaper. Check with nearest FBO.
the waterproof matches and flint and steel are great, but if this is just for 72 hours, why wouldn't you just have a good old fashioned Bic lighter in there? It's instant fire and unless you are a chain smoker will last way more than 72 hours.
Very nice video. Might I suggest that you research the utility of good quality tarred bank line as opposed to paracord? I'm not suggesting replacing it, but there are multiple very good reasons to add it to your bag. I carry both and love both.
I live in an area in australia, close to the sea, mountains with a national park, and Im sandwiched between 2 very large citys. My bag will be able to help in floods, fires, personal defence, and shelter crafting. Also in medical situations. Ill try to EMP proof mine. The mountains around my place caught fire a few weeks ago, so Im fine in that regard for a while now, anyways.
I've never understood why someone would put matches in their bag instead of a good lighter. A lighter weighs less, takes up less room and can be used thousands of times.
Because we can trust our waterproof matches and they are cheap there is. Million things that could happen with a lighter it could just go faulty when we need it so I personally trust my matches.
Most people carry both. Lighters can get a small crack and the fuel leaks and then you’re brown bread. They don’t last long ( relative to flints, Rods etc).
The BK7 is a great knife but I would suggest you add in something a little smaller for regular task. Something like a Mora. Big knives can be very dangerous for smaller task. You don't want to have to give yourselves up because of a dumb mistake with a big knife. I am a firm believer in the "redundant Cs" so I double/triple up on Combustion-Cordage-Cutting-Cover-Container.
+SuperUncleRyan regarding your comment about the BK7, I have a Leatherman for smaller task. Think that will work? I have a Mora as well but keep it in a different pack.
Sorry bud, didn't mean to come across as some kind of know-it-all. it just seemed like that might be an area where you were lacking. Think about small carving/bushcraft type task. A Mora or that style and size knife would be much better than a big knife or even a leatherman that would be quite uncomfortable after a while. BTW, that pack is very nice. I wish I had seen that before I bought my 5.11.
SuperUncleRyan oh no worries, i definitely didn't think you were coming off that way, just wanting to a more clear explanation which I get now. Really good point you make. Yeh, that backpack is amazing...it's way better than the 5.11 Rush 72 which I have for my wife's BOB.
for the MRE Stripe it take them out of the big bag, put them on top of each other and tie a rubber band or tape around them to keep then together. Takes up less space. nice video. i like the bags. lol
***** yeh, they're definitely the best to learn from. fortunately i've got several Marine friends and they always have great advice learned in the field.
Are you aware of triple redundancy? if you have three systems which perform the same function, ie matches, a lighter and a ferro rod the chances of loosing all three are ten thousand to one. so in the field or bugging out it is wise to follow that course. it is a handy tip.
I just realized that The Ultimate Survival Medicine was published in 2014 and SAS Survival Handbook, Third Edition was published in 2015. Are there any that are more recent?
The Coronavirus isn't as bad as the news is saying, the reason the numbers are so high in China is because they aren't actually checking. Right now it's a witch hunt and they are just locking whole apartment buildings in. The best thing you can possibly do is try to improve your immune system. If you can get equipment that's great but if you're in a city it's going to be impractical to just try to run into the bush without any direction to go. If you're getting equipment make sure that it's designed to help you where you are. I suggest a sillcock key. They are another way to get to a lot of water. There's thousands of ways to communicate with others. I suggest looking into ham radios and walkie talkies. If you are in the city food will become nonexistent in a day if shtf really happens so pick up a real food supply. Mountain House Food is a great option for emergency food storage. Self protection is unfortunately going to be a issue so learning how to defend yourself is a very important thing wich is another thing that helps improve your physical fitness.
@@yourmom1302 yes exactly its all a manipulation so the gov can scare you for whats coming next, don't know whats coming but something is defiantly coming watch agenda one and two it will show you everything about how the gov is trying to control all of us
Silly Question....I see a lot of people put expired medical supplies in a B.O.B. I get the Idea, but where are people getting the training to use the stuff, it seems much more advanced than basic first aid, EX, things like giving stiches, packing wounds etc.
+James McIntyre yup...water storage is a huge consideration. I'm gonna make a few more mods on the bag to ensure I can carry up to 2 gallons. That's a lot of weight for sure, but it's needed here.
+City Prepping Yes most definitely man I tell people all the time resource in the desert is water. I also agree with what you said about bugging out walking through the desert vehicle first a vehicle is definitely a necessity out here
+James McIntyre yup, it's a very unforgiving area out here. there's little to no natural water sources out there, so building my water storage home preps has been critical.
+City Prepping yeah I've been thinking along the same lines as you with water and prepping at home Riley that here in Lancaster I've seen it get to 120° and still be 89° at midnight during the summer
Yeh, I've been picking up 55 gallon water drums lately. We're in an area that is prone to earthquakes with no natural resources and a high concentration of of people. definitely the potential for problems if anything stops working perfectly.
i carry a 6 " fix knife less weight less room it takes up . plus a folding knife . in fire kit , have also a lighter . i dont carry a book on survival between scouts , military , backpacking/camping 4-6 times a year i have outdoor skills . wife and i carry solar battery packs we change our head lamps , flash lights gps etc that can be recharged . we like the cook stoves that take fuel tabs or sticks . folding saw . we tried the can fuel but we ran out the 3rd day of a 5 day camping trip . everyone carries 1 ea shirt pants . 2 ea underwear , socks . also have fishing kit and a 22 target pistol for small game and to protect our gear . our packs are bigger because we have 4 season here . dont like the idea of a 72 hr bag . we are set up for 5-7 days and yes their a little heavy . we carry drink mixes to replace what we sweat out
Yes but it's also hard to find quality bags with the same amount of space without being three times the price. You can make it dirty on purpose or make it look dirty with paint. Try to hide it's value without actually destroying it. Makes you stick out less.
+Gabriel G Louw great question. i asked myself that same question after watching a lot of videos where people talk about processing firewood with a saw. i grew up camping every month and spent my high school summers going on mountain climbing expeditions and never once "processed" firewood. we just found wood, broke it in half. if the wood was bigger than what we could break, we'd just put it on the side of the fire and let it get hot enough to burn in time. i suppose it would be nice to have, but i have a knife that is strong enough to baton with so i suppose i could make it work if i really had to process the firewood. thanks for the question!
I've noticed you have your tarp and a hammock, but I never saw any sleeping bag or blanket? Maybe I missed it, but the thermals alone won't keep you warm at night. Just my thoughts friend.
Yeh, those packs are built like a tank. Always hear about the 5.11 72 Rush in the prepper community for a BOB but those things feel so cheap. I figure this Eberlestock will be around for awhile.
+City Prepping I carried mine for 15 months in iraq, 9 months in afghanistan, and multiple field exercises over the last 9 years and it hardly shows wear. It's 10 times tougher than light camping packs.
The Immortal yeh, I got the pack from a client of mine, www.rain6.com. The owner is a Marine and he had chosen it for the same reason: its popularity in the military community having shown its reliability. thank you for your service to our country! speaking of Afghanistan, when were you there? i did NGO work there in 2003 (ruclips.net/video/UktdKCUYk4s/видео.html) ... learned a lot while there.
+City Prepping I was there from October 2012 until July 2013. We had a lot of missions on the Pakistan border (Ganjigal valley), and the Korengal river valley. We spend a lot of time with the ANA.
The Immortal wow, that had to be a very hostile environment. glad to see someone had actual experience with this pack in the field. while I've done a lot of mountain climbing in Colorado and New Mexico and used backpacking gear (mostly Lowe Alpine internal frame packs), I'd prefer to have something that has been field tested in a tough environment.
I just retired recently and stumbled across your site... I'm thinking 'holy crap, I better get up to speed on this stuff'. So I'm subscribed to you. But can you give me a couple of resource sites or magazines that deal with this? Thanks.. And the BK7... there's a BK10 with a shorter blade... What's your thoughts on length..
I understand the concept of B.O.B., but what do you do when you "bug out" and you find yourself in a traffic gridlock? When weather impedes the flow (blizzard conditions) what do you do? You're stuck in this mess, and you can go anywhere.Soon other stranded motorists notice you have food,water,medical and other supplies. Not everyone can "bug out" safely, no matter how well prepared you are. Where I live, traffic is a mess on a good day. Knowing this, would it be best to just hunker down at home and ride it out? Being stuck on a back road or the interstate is not good. Again, I don't even qualify as a rookie to prepping and "bugging out". I consider myself the greenest of greenhorns. Any constructive suggestions/criticism will be greatly appreciated. Please, no insults or jokes! I take this matter seriously.
First, consider all your options. It might be easier to "bug in" which is setting yourself up to stay inside and not open your front door for the next 3 months. Or longer. If you're in the middle of the city, you might HAVE to go with this option. However, in my opinion, bugging in shouldn't be the end line. If you have to bug in, I firmly believe you should still be prepared to bug out at a later date. Just be prepared to do so on foot. Time how long it takes you to walk without cargo from "base camp" to the edge of the city, a point where you can safely disappear into the surrounding lands, preferably a wooded area, or farmland with lots of broken sightlines. Planted farmland is great until harvest. Then it becomes hunting grounds. After that, practice carrying your bug out bag from base camp to that point. You could have 2 similar but subtly different bags: one emergency running bag to keep with you or in your vehicle, and one more substantial bag kept at home. The running bag could be for if you have to jump ship on your way home from work, abandoning your vehicle and making a run for your the closest edge of town. This bag would have to be lighter, then, and only contain the absolute essentials for survival, while the bag at home would have everything you would need for the next several days. 72 hours sounds like a long time, but if you have to stay out of all cities and towns and you're on foot, you're looking at preparing for closer to 3 weeks on the road. In that event, food and water for that period get very heavy and sustainably, you're going to want to learn and have the tools for catching and foraging your own food and finding and filtering your own water. Maps are also of utmost importance, in either case, both of the States you plan to travel through and the city you're trying to escape. Take into account anything that can and will get blocked, both by other citizens and by the authorities. Major roadways, intersections, train track crossings, bridges, things like that. You might discover you have to take a circuitous route, which adds not only time but also risk to your journey. After you've made it out of the city, you'll need a destination, even if you know it's going to be temporary. Wondering aimlessly is just as likely to get you caught as walking into a blockade. Friends of mine have a piece of property in the middle of nowhere that is our destination. Even if you get bugged-in in your house for 3 months, and it takes another 3 months to reach your bug out destination, having that destination is worth the time, and effort. It might also be prudent to set that destination up to bug in, to be just as self-sufficient if not more self-sustaining than the former base camp. Otherwise, plan to leave it at some point as well.
+Rayan Akel they're slightly under $100.00 USD here in the US (www.amazon.com/5-11-Tactical-Mobile-Operation-Attachment/dp/B005AG4O42). Not sure how much it would cost if you're in a different country. Thank you, glad you enjoyed the video.
hey did you know any millitary mre's are restricted to sell to civillains but you can find them in military surplus stores but there usaly over priced any single mre military one over $8 are over priced
+Waremblem Gaming yeh, you definitely could get the 10 top "C's" in the moab. If I didn't have a family, I could probably reduce the gear I needed significantly. The only thing I don't like about the moab is the more weight you put on it, the more uncomfortable it becomes since it only has 1 sling. If you're looking to go small, you should consider either a standard backpack or look at the 5.11 Rush 72 hour bag (www.511tactical.com/rush-72-backpack.html)
Waremblem Gaming yeh, it's definitely on the beefy side of the equation and wouldn't hurt to probably cut it back some. i don't get out of my house a lot (i work from home) but when i do, i just toss it in the back seat or trunk of the car. if i had to carry this in public all the time, there's some things i'd probably get rid of, but i tend to err on the site of having too much.
+Waremblem Gaming yeh it's definitely on pricey side, but they definitely spared no expense in putting in very quality gear. My hope for the video was that it would serve to help give you ideas in building your own B.O.B. ... as I mentioned in the video, no area has the same requirements so hopefully you can glean from this video some ideas to build your own.
awesome...have a few other videos you might find useful: ruclips.net/video/LtmIuM1LkLI/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/li3d3JvLUXQ/видео.html ... good luck!
+Louie Desanctis yeh that's what i keep reading. I'm used to sleeping on the ground. Gonna take this out soon and use it. definitely will remember your advice. Thanks!
So, after thinking about this video overnight I do have a question. You showed your canteen and said you could boil water in it. How would have physically handle the hot canteen after it had boiled for a minute? How would you get it off the fire? Your stove looks interesting but it's not clear if the canteen would sit on that small stove without holding it somehow.
your fire rod is not magnesium it is a ferro cesium rod. also why does everyone think during a shtf your going to run into the woods..... just have always wondered.
+Tim Barton thanks for pointing out that it's a ferro cesium rod...good catch. i really hope i don't have to head to the woods. in a shtf situation, it's the absolutely last thing i'd do especially having a family. for me the first goal is to bug in any situation. bugging out would be extremely far down the list (the bottom to be exact). It's really the last resort, but better be safe than sorry. plus i enjoy camping a lot so having this gear serves 2 purposes for me :)
A compass is pointless without a topographical map and if you are doing DED recogning, you need an additional lensaic compass to be able to index off visible landmarks.
Actually knowing how to do all that is important. However, even the uneducated can look at a compass to keep themselves going in a straight line. A straight line is still going to get you "unlost" eventually. You might have to backtrack if you run into problems, but unless the poles shift dramatically, north is still north.
i like the concept of bugging in, but why not store everything in a bag if you do plan for this?, you can always use it at home if u need to. and worst case scenario bug out with it
+Tanner Hooven I plan on it. I enjoy making them for sure. If you have any specific videos you'd like to see, please let me know as I'm trying to decide what to do next.
+Tanner Hooven I just picked up an airsoft gun today and created a quick review of it. I think this is a great firearm to have in a prepper's inventory. you can easily hunt small game with these and the ammo is next to nothing. ruclips.net/video/pWSNTxr1I3Y/видео.html
Hello, in regards the the water filter you show. I do not see any information about this product that says that it filters out chemicals. How did you conclude that it does ??
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.
I noticed you have a ring and mentioned kids. I could assume that would be at least 4 people bugging out but your bag is packed for 1. I see this all the time on RUclips. If I made a RUclips video, I would also be guilty of this. I can't even finish a kit build for myself, let alone for 4 other people. But prepping is a fun thing to fantasise about, right? I often think these videos are more a show of arms, rather than a knowledgable guide. I wish there were more family considered videos. Don't take this as a criticism because that is a great kit you have. As a father I wonder what would reality really be like. 5 man tent is heavy and so is 2-3 days food, water and clothes for a little one to carry.
+yathatisgood thanks for the input and great observation. Actually my wife has a B.O.B. that I'm about 60% done building. It will be like mine in that it has enough gear for her and one kid as mine does. I've been thinking about a lot what you brought up lately: creating a video to show how to setup your gear for an entire family...creating a B.O.B. that will both provide enough for you and a little one. I suppose I could have our kids carry a little (very little if much) but the adult bags will need to have enough to provide for 1 adult and 1 kid. Thanks again for your feedback and I've now got an idea for a new video: Bug out gear for the family.
+yathatisgood Greetings from me. You are 100% right there are not many videos about family bug out situation. I am in the process of building a bob for me and my family and haven't yet decide what to put inside to cover complete the needs of my kid in a bug out event (New things coming in mind all the time). But in my opinion bugging in is a better solution for families with small children.... By the way great video +City Prepping
Prepper GR thanks for the feedback. Yeh, there's a lot I've got to work through and figure out to make sure the setup I outline in a new video will cover everything for a family. That's gonna be challenging to make since each family has their own unique needs, but I'm gonna try nonetheless. Thanks for the compliment as well!
I have been working on a "Fatmax" toolbox bug out box for the kids and wife. It is a rolling tool box that extends out to open. You can put alot of weight in it and pull it. Got it from sears check it out.
When I was homeless for two years , I did my share of hitch hiking and was sometimes prepared sometimes not . I think having less is better. A day or two hiking with all that stuff is bad for your body and can make you a target. The less you carry , the less calories you burn which means the less food you need to survive. Comfort and survival are two different things. It really depends on the region you are trying to survive in. For 72 hours, you can survive on bread , water and some multivitamins. Heavy duty large trash bags are good to have because you can use them as a lightweight tarp whether your sleeping on concrete or dirt. They also can be used to create makeshift ponchos in a pinch. Thanks for the vid!
This comment is much more valuable than people realize. I dont have your experienced position, but once I started testing my bags under real world hiking conditions (cold weather, wet weather, extremely hot weather, down rail road tracks etc.) I quickly understood the absolute necessity for a light weight option. I came home from a 3 mile hike in cold and wet weather and promptly removed 10 lbs of items that I previously thought were “necessary”. Contractor bags, extra socks, lightweight headlamp, poncho, small fire kit, water filter and container (preferably just a smart water bottle that connects to sawyer mini), a few protein bars, some cash and copy of DL etc, small knife (swiss army hiker is awesome), small hygiene kit, Bandanas, hat/gloves, and a couple other misc items....thats about the extent of it for an emergency go bag. For less severe emergencies we keep a suitcase with many more clothes and hygiene items, but if we are on foot then we each have a bag.
Well the goal is to get where you need to quick so you can dump the bag. I'd rather have a BOB then not. Also, you don't need multivitamins for a BOB.
@Karl Schubert
First thing that would happen in a shtf scenario is the freeways at the very least (if not all minor highways as well) would be closed.
I like to stuff my bag to the gills to maximize the number of situations I am prepped for - fully expecting to ditch all the gear that is not needed for the given emergency.
Excellent advice! Thank you
Nicely done. Very complete. Two things I might add: a whistle for signaling, and a Silcock key especially if you are in an urban environment. Thanks for sharing.
This is by far the best emergency bag tutorial I've seen here on RUclips. Thank You!
+Kevin Genova awesome...thanks for the feedback...glad you like it!
Great video, just reviewed it, I pretty much use the same system, food, etc., but I use fuel cubes and mini stove instead of gas, Survivor Filter. The Halftrack system/pack is a 10-comfortable and easy to carry even at 32 lbs., Schrade 36 knife, I’ve added-a Henry A7, silcock key, zip ties, Big Wipes 28 count, 2 large trash bags and a small personal hygiene kit-cut down tooth brush, liquid high concentration soaps in small plastic 2oz containers, eye wash, mole skin (for feet, we’re screwed if blisters hinder walking). Again, excellent video, thanks.
just found your channel and very happy i did. I too have a wife and 2 kids. 3rd video of your i have watched. I am enjoying the content you are producing. Keep up the prepping with family angle. thank you
Great video. I have 3 bags set up. My family thinks it's a crazy waste of money, but when shtf they will see.
Brian Stinson Exactly. Preppers are crazy until people see that they were right all along.
@@email1591 Besides, what the hell is wrong with being prepared?
Yeah, I'm just starting and even keeping my video watching on the low from husband who probably thinks I've lost my mind. So I will buying and stuff on my own for US lol he will be thankful to my craziness when the time comes, which I hope never ever does. lol
In recent years we have had unexpected middle of the night evacuations due to wildfire storms in my state. In last 2 year’s fires many people did not get 10 minutes notice to evacuate. Family members are much more willing to pre-pack a GoBag now that they’ve seen people escape with only the clothing on their backs.
I have containers ready in a truck that I got specifically for my bug out. The containers have all of the necessary base camp equipment. The most important supplies are in the front in case I need to ditch the truck, not including the things in the bug out bag. Everybody I know thinks its a waste.
Socks man, where are the extra socks?!?
Eman Good point, extra socks can literally be the difference between life and death. Once your feet are messed up your screwed.
ThePoorPrepper They have several uses too. Bags, filters, weapons, cloth.
Always throw in extra socks
In ziplock bags
Welp.. you could say, this SOCKS...
I know, I have very punny humor...
Great video! One thing to add on the klean kanteen, you can boil water in it because it is single walled stainless steel. A lot of bottles like that are insulated, so double walled, which aren’t good boiling and etc.
I am well prepared to bug in and realized I'm not prepared to bug out. Glad I found your channel. good info. Thanks!
DeeDee Vee great that you live in a fireproof, flood proof, bunker that is sealed so toxic spill could never affect it.
One of the best setups I've seen on youtube. One of the few that actually has enough shelter, water, food for the intended purpose. Everybody goes so "tool/gadget" focused, undercuts the basics. (Including me, at first.) Checked out that bag type as I had ideas for those side pockets but at 6.5 lbs for 35 ltr, it seems pretty heavy. I think the 1/4 body weight is a good guideline for the fittest people only and would recommend 15% to the avg Joe Anybody. In an effort to make some suggestions, I don't think I noticed TP/hygiene items in your BOB, and I'd suggest some metal rat traps over snares, but it's actually an effort to add critique. The med kit is large enough to be comprehensive, assume it is. LIke to see your comments after you get that stuff dirty, what you stay with, what you tuck in. New sub, keep 'em coming!
+MysterPynk that's great feedback...thank you! Yeh, about the TP, I have tush wipes in the kit, but just thought about adding some TP in the other day (will have to make that update) and add a few basic hygiene items. Really awesome comment as well above about adding rat traps. We've got rats everywhere out in our area including rabbits, but I agree: catching rats will probably be a lot easier. The med kit is a little on the large side, but with a family that was intentional. If it was just me, I'd cut that down to 1/2 or 1/3 the size it is now. Might need to find ways to cut that down some. I plan on taking the pack out soon to see what works and what doesn't. Thanks for the feedback!
+City Prepping Check out the Stainless Steel "toothed" versions of the traps. I can't believe they wouldn't work on a rabbit, etc. Never tried 'em, but they look completely lethal as long as tethered. Thanks for reply, looking fwd to more vids.
MysterPynk thanks for that advice...will check that out.
Very helpful. For many years I have been working on my bag. I consider this one a good frame work.
+earljaydillard awesome...glad it helped!
I don’t have problem tactic bags and all, but if you look like your going to war people will notice you, go grey man.
this bag would actually be camouflaged in my area.
yea gray man is advocated but the fact a person walks on the side of the freeway with some rainbow-colored huge bag will always catch attention. its the size, and situation that will catch attention
What bag do you recommend?
If a tactical bag has an advantage both durability wise and functionality? Why tf wouöd i go grayman?
Anyone with a big backpack will draw attention, grayman or not. Just throw a rain cover on your tactical backpack and youre good to go.
@Karl Schubert no one plans to evacuate, but if its necessary, its good to have a dedicated bob.
Most people also use their bags as camping / bushcraft bags. So they still serve a function.
It appears that your EDC sling(?) can be clipped to your BOB. I bought a XBOB backpack along with a matching Sling that can also be clipped together. It's from Jeff Anderson of "Warrior Life." I too pack heavy so that I'm prepared for all sorts of emergencies but I'm also willing to pare down if the weight becomes an issue. I'll hide the items for later retrieval. My Sling (a k.a. Escape Module/Patrol Bag) can be disconnected because it's lighter & has the basics for survival. It's a work in progress. Excellent presentation. Happy Trails.
recommended by canadian prepper. looks like you know your stuff. subscrbed.
+Neo bc awesome...thanks for subscribing. i just did my first video for his channel: ruclips.net/video/ZXY7xcsOvKE/видео.html and he'll creating a video shortly as well for my channel. thanks again for checking out my videos.
idk if it was covered by a previous comment but putting a little strip of electrical tape on the ends of your batteries can help them from unintended draining of them
Very good explanation of everything, one problem is so fast i couldn't understand many things you said, other than that, you are the guy i want to be friends with.
We keep an emergency go bag for each person in our family, and then also a suitcase with additional clothing and hygiene items in the event that there is a less severe emergency that still displaces us for some reason. If we were to be displaced for any extended period of time, I sure wouldn’t prefer to only have the clothing in our go bags.
Great kit. For a few dollars more you could get the EMP/Faraday ziplock bag and protect electronics. I have spare lights, solar charger, and radio in Faraday bag.
great point...didn't know that existed. will have to check that out.
yeah. Another option, looking at your vehicle EDC carry your radio can fit in your Klean Kanteen and provide shielding. For bugout you could wrap the electronics in the ziplock then in heavy duty aluminum foil. The foil itself has lot of utilitarian value, too.
Keith Hutchison
awesome...thanks for the tips...learn something new every day.
+Keith Hutchison that's really clever...didn't think about that. thanks for the ideas!
Great video & examples, good to hear the logic behind selections.
+Robo awesome...glad you liked it and thanks for the feedback!
You may have mentioned it but I would recommend a whistle.
You have a lot of "stuff". You were very precise with your choices and I think you did a great job. I think you have the same problem I have found and that is one of the weight of the bags. How much does this stuff weigh? I personally am trying to expand my skill level as I don't think I could carry the items you mentioned for a long distance. Still one of the best videos i have seen. Good job!
I have a Tenzing 6000 for my main BOB and I absolutely love it! Love your videos bro. Keep them coming please.
Excellent video! You gave me a lot of useful info on portable gadgets I never knew existed. Many thanks!!
Remember "The Ten Essentials" by the Seattle Mountaineers. Can you survive if snowed in for three days or more ? Some places have the five hundred flood every few years... Yes, Location, location, location and high ground with good drainage and a clear area for a fire break. Know where your FEMA camp is and do you want to go there... Thank you for the video ! tjl
I like your food section. Most other preppers only carry one MRE and say that will last them a week or two if they ration.
+fernando2980 glad you like it. I'm aiming to get 72 hours...more if I stretch it. With a family definitely will have to get a little creative as well.
very good information this will definitely help me and my family just hope I still have enough time to buy it all tks.
Dude, great set up! I have a very similar set up. I have honed my bag a bit to cut the weight, I think you will also. Also, don't make the same mistake I did, I had everything ready for a SHTF scenario , but I didn't have a bowl or a cup to nuke my food in while at the office.
+Tom Peebles thanks for the feedback. It definitely is on the heavy side. I guess my thinking is that in a real bug out scenario, the first thing I'll do is load it into my truck and head out. If I have to walk out the front door, then there's a decent amount I can shave off. I have several items that are both in my primary B.O.B. and the E.D.C. Moab 5.11 that attaches (since these are things I use on a daily basic in my E.D.C. but also want to have in my primary B.O.B.). I can easily bring over the items from the E.D.C. I need and leave the rest of the items that are duplicates behind.
Good stuff ! Tailored to your needs where you live, covers all the bases well, and I love the pack design. Good video production too.
+dennis j poley jr thank you so much for the feedback and compliment. Hope it helps give you some ideas for your own bag.
Barely found this channel but a friend of mine and myself are going to be looking into getting a lot of gear similar to yours but we need to set up for a more Chicago oriented area. I know I shouldn't say my location but Chicago is massive and otherwise quite a dangerous place to be if unprepared.
+1 for the Dynamo/Flashlight/Radio/Charger Even with no service a smart-phone is still incredibly useful.
Bishop Howells Indeed. In an EMP scenario, any working electronic is VERY valuable. Especially a phone with apps/music already downloaded.
I think your setup is really great, you've done a great job focusing on taking care of yourself and your family. I'm looking to see if you have food procurement and defensive measures for when your out there for that time. Maybe some bear mace in the least. Fishing is a great option, firearms for small game works well too.
+Synethesia Serpent thanks for the feedback. Fishing is not really an option where I live (basically a desert area). Definitely covering the protection aspect which I didn't detail in the video.
+City Prepping if you look into Mechanical Fishing Reels, you could use them for fishing (you say you don't need it for your area) but there are videos on how to trap birds as well. They weight almost nothing and take up little space but do the job of a full sized rod. Just food for thought, lol
Love the way that you did calculate your food and water....well tought out....congratulation.
+Canadian Neo-Frontiersmen thanks! I'd like to add more b/c we'll definitely be burning a lot of calories if we're no the move, but there's only so much weight I can carry. thanks again for the feedback.
+City Prepping you are on the right track....a lot of people don't calculate and miss-judge the weight of food and water vs. gear (witch are more keen to put foCus on) on ...a full walking bug out bag is intended for maximum do 20 miles @ 50 lbs (20% of personal weight). After that restriction on WATER carrying apply. More than that we are dependent on water filtration/treatment...and a well thought plan on a vector depending on resources/logistics intelligence. That is not a hole lot. I did a bug out calculator and I have the intention to post my research on you tube....I would confirm your thoughts. When we look at FORT Mc MURRAY....I think that there is more to learn from that recent experience. I think that bugging out should be revised into a hole new chapter....involving paired vehicles (bugging out with two vehicle foR reliance), communication, mechanics, fuel and re-fuelling option, transport, alternative transport and road access and distance coverage into safe heaven. ;-)
Thanks for sharing, not too many videos on where they put the supplies in the bag.
+Prepper Brothers glad you enjoyed it and hope you found the information useful. thanks for the feedback!
Great three day kit.
I use the Eberlestock Halftrack but for a long term kit.
Its held up well!
yeh, it's a sturdy setup and built extremely well. glad to hear from people that have used it a lot in the field and that it's held up well.
Ive since added an attachable backpack to use as my edc too and my half track is just setup for bushcraft and camping. But when theyre together Im set for anything.
Ill do vids when its complete.
+Brian Awesome...please let me know when it's ready.
Nice, neat layout. Cool bag for that.
One thing I keep for land navigation if roads become impassable is an aeronautical sectional chart. These charts show railroad and powerline right of ways and are loaded with usefull information.
+tfr51 that's a really great tip actually...never thought of that before. thanks for sharing that!
City Prepping Keep in mind that if not being used for air navigation an outdated chart will serve the purpose and may be had a bit cheaper. Check with nearest FBO.
+tfr51 will do...thanks!
the waterproof matches and flint and steel are great, but if this is just for 72 hours, why wouldn't you just have a good old fashioned Bic lighter in there? It's instant fire and unless you are a chain smoker will last way more than 72 hours.
Steve Prahl It's a B.O.B., not a minute man bag. You're not sure if you're coming back.
like the Bic - matches are nice until you are starting a fire in the rain or snow storm. have all 3: Bic, matches and a ferris rod.
Steve Prahl its an 72h minimum bag.
Steve Prahl,
Buy a couple zippo lighters and lighter fuel. Zippo proved themselves from Vietnam to Afghanistan.
Rule of 3...
Very nice video. Might I suggest that you research the utility of good quality tarred bank line as opposed to paracord? I'm not suggesting replacing it, but there are multiple very good reasons to add it to your bag. I carry both and love both.
+Gabriel G Louw interesting...didn't think about that. will check that out. thanks for the tip!
that chap stick has may uses fire first aid and lips great vid good kit and load out maybe a lock pic set just incase cheers bro thumbs up
thanks! yeh, i've had others comment about a lock pic setup...need to pick one up now.
I live in an area in australia, close to the sea, mountains with a national park, and Im sandwiched between 2 very large citys. My bag will be able to help in floods, fires, personal defence, and shelter crafting. Also in medical situations. Ill try to EMP proof mine. The mountains around my place caught fire a few weeks ago, so Im fine in that regard for a while now, anyways.
+Aiden Smith sounds like you are on your way to be prepared.
City Prepping Yea... You deserve more subs. This shit is needed.
Aiden Smith Why do you need an emp proof mine?
I've never understood why someone would put matches in their bag instead of a good lighter. A lighter weighs less, takes up less room and can be used thousands of times.
Because we can trust our waterproof matches and they are cheap there is. Million things that could happen with a lighter it could just go faulty when we need it so I personally trust my matches.
Most people carry both. Lighters can get a small crack and the fuel leaks and then you’re brown bread. They don’t last long ( relative to flints, Rods etc).
yes i like a long neck butane charcoal lighter and duraflame fire starters..
A 5 pack of bic lighters and a zippo
Two is one and one is none. Have both.
I personally use a alicepack. Very reliable.
The BK7 is a great knife but I would suggest you add in something a little smaller for regular task. Something like a Mora. Big knives can be very dangerous for smaller task. You don't want to have to give yourselves up because of a dumb mistake with a big knife. I am a firm believer in the "redundant Cs" so I double/triple up on Combustion-Cordage-Cutting-Cover-Container.
+SuperUncleRyan regarding your comment about the BK7, I have a Leatherman for smaller task. Think that will work? I have a Mora as well but keep it in a different pack.
Sorry bud, didn't mean to come across as some kind of know-it-all. it just seemed like that might be an area where you were lacking. Think about small carving/bushcraft type task. A Mora or that style and size knife would be much better than a big knife or even a leatherman that would be quite uncomfortable after a while.
BTW, that pack is very nice. I wish I had seen that before I bought my 5.11.
SuperUncleRyan
oh no worries, i definitely didn't think you were coming off that way, just wanting to a more clear explanation which I get now. Really good point you make. Yeh, that backpack is amazing...it's way better than the 5.11 Rush 72 which I have for my wife's BOB.
for the MRE Stripe it take them out of the big bag, put them on top of each other and tie a rubber band or tape around them to keep then together. Takes up less space. nice video. i like the bags. lol
+DirtyDevilDog great advice...thank you so much.
yeah no problem, i heard if what soldier do and it made sense.
*****
yeh, they're definitely the best to learn from. fortunately i've got several Marine friends and they always have great advice learned in the field.
+City Prepping. yeah semper fi bro
***** yes sir!
Are you aware of triple redundancy? if you have three systems which perform the same function, ie matches, a lighter and a ferro rod the chances of loosing all three are ten thousand to one. so in the field or bugging out it is wise to follow that course. it is a handy tip.
Happy Birthday 😊
Great video and awesome gear keep the good work up
I just realized that The Ultimate Survival Medicine was published in 2014 and
SAS Survival Handbook, Third Edition was published in 2015. Are there any that are more recent?
Just started making my bug out bag whooooooooooooo. Any tips?
Thank you for creating this. After 3 years, have you modified the contents of your BOB? What is the Paracord bracelet used for?
The paracord bracelet is used to draw attention to one-self so as to get arrested and have stuff confiscated for being a preparedness freak.
flossing.
Fashion statement
I love your presentation. Thank you for some very good ideas!
+earljaydillard thanks...hope it gave you some ideas to build your own.
I’m just a single mother trying to make sure that my children Are OK the coronavirus is scaring me to death
The Coronavirus isn't as bad as the news is saying, the reason the numbers are so high in China is because they aren't actually checking. Right now it's a witch hunt and they are just locking whole apartment buildings in. The best thing you can possibly do is try to improve your immune system. If you can get equipment that's great but if you're in a city it's going to be impractical to just try to run into the bush without any direction to go. If you're getting equipment make sure that it's designed to help you where you are. I suggest a sillcock key. They are another way to get to a lot of water. There's thousands of ways to communicate with others. I suggest looking into ham radios and walkie talkies. If you are in the city food will become nonexistent in a day if shtf really happens so pick up a real food supply. Mountain House Food is a great option for emergency food storage. Self protection is unfortunately going to be a issue so learning how to defend yourself is a very important thing wich is another thing that helps improve your physical fitness.
Poor choice of words
@@yourmom1302 yes exactly its all a manipulation so the gov can scare you for whats coming next, don't know whats coming but something is defiantly coming watch agenda one and two it will show you everything about how the gov is trying to control all of us
You made this on my birthday
Why do you use a painted clean canteen, what happens to it when you use it over the fire?
Best bugoutbag on yt
+Please subscribe to me ! Thanks for the feedback and glad you liked it :)
Silly Question....I see a lot of people put expired medical supplies in a B.O.B. I get the Idea, but where are people getting the training to use the stuff, it seems much more advanced than basic first aid, EX, things like giving stiches, packing wounds etc.
I to live in Southern California in the desert that's a really great bug out system you have there
+James McIntyre yup...water storage is a huge consideration. I'm gonna make a few more mods on the bag to ensure I can carry up to 2 gallons. That's a lot of weight for sure, but it's needed here.
+City Prepping Yes most definitely man I tell people all the time resource in the desert is water. I also agree with what you said about bugging out walking through the desert vehicle first a vehicle is definitely a necessity out here
+James McIntyre yup, it's a very unforgiving area out here. there's little to no natural water sources out there, so building my water storage home preps has been critical.
+City Prepping yeah I've been thinking along the same lines as you with water and prepping at home Riley that here in Lancaster I've seen it get to 120° and still be 89° at midnight during the summer
Yeh, I've been picking up 55 gallon water drums lately. We're in an area that is prone to earthquakes with no natural resources and a high concentration of of people. definitely the potential for problems if anything stops working perfectly.
i carry a 6 " fix knife less weight less room it takes up . plus a folding knife . in fire kit , have also a lighter . i dont carry a book on survival between scouts , military , backpacking/camping 4-6 times a year i have outdoor skills . wife and i carry solar battery packs we change our head lamps , flash lights gps etc that can be recharged . we like the cook stoves that take fuel tabs or sticks . folding saw . we tried the can fuel but we ran out the 3rd day of a 5 day camping trip . everyone carries 1 ea shirt pants . 2 ea underwear , socks . also have fishing kit and a 22 target pistol for small game and to protect our gear . our packs are bigger because we have 4 season here . dont like the idea of a 72 hr bag . we are set up for 5-7 days and yes their a little heavy . we carry drink mixes to replace what we sweat out
you have earned yourself another sub
+Capt. Bacon awesome and welcome!
Working on my get home bag/b.o.b. now. Trying to get my gf started on hers.
Isn’t carrying what is obviously a tactical bag kind of a break with Grayman principles?
Put in back of truck
Yes but it's also hard to find quality bags with the same amount of space without being three times the price. You can make it dirty on purpose or make it look dirty with paint. Try to hide it's value without actually destroying it. Makes you stick out less.
Looks like around a thousand dollars for the bug-out-bag & contents, per the items you have detailed above. Right?
I expected to see a folding saw or an axe. Do you feel like you can process firewood efficiently enough with your knife?
+Gabriel G Louw great question. i asked myself that same question after watching a lot of videos where people talk about processing firewood with a saw. i grew up camping every month and spent my high school summers going on mountain climbing expeditions and never once "processed" firewood. we just found wood, broke it in half. if the wood was bigger than what we could break, we'd just put it on the side of the fire and let it get hot enough to burn in time. i suppose it would be nice to have, but i have a knife that is strong enough to baton with so i suppose i could make it work if i really had to process the firewood.
thanks for the question!
I've noticed you have your tarp and a hammock, but I never saw any sleeping bag or blanket? Maybe I missed it, but the thermals alone won't keep you warm at night. Just my thoughts friend.
Put in lithium batteries and you dont have to worry about the corrosion issue. They are also way lighter
Here 6 years later to the date!
Very good ideas, Thank you very much
Excellent information. Please keep up the good job :)
+Ken Mallory thanks and will do!
I think I would add a map to my B.O.B.
your system is very similar to mine.
I've used my Eberlestock Gunslinger II for years. Those things last a long time
Yeh, those packs are built like a tank. Always hear about the 5.11 72 Rush in the prepper community for a BOB but those things feel so cheap. I figure this Eberlestock will be around for awhile.
+City Prepping
I carried mine for 15 months in iraq, 9 months in afghanistan, and multiple field exercises over the last 9 years and it hardly shows wear. It's 10 times tougher than light camping packs.
The Immortal
yeh, I got the pack from a client of mine, www.rain6.com. The owner is a Marine and he had chosen it for the same reason: its popularity in the military community having shown its reliability.
thank you for your service to our country!
speaking of Afghanistan, when were you there? i did NGO work there in 2003 (ruclips.net/video/UktdKCUYk4s/видео.html) ... learned a lot while there.
+City Prepping
I was there from October 2012 until July 2013. We had a lot of missions on the Pakistan border (Ganjigal valley), and the Korengal river valley. We spend a lot of time with the ANA.
The Immortal wow, that had to be a very hostile environment. glad to see someone had actual experience with this pack in the field. while I've done a lot of mountain climbing in Colorado and New Mexico and used backpacking gear (mostly Lowe Alpine internal frame packs), I'd prefer to have something that has been field tested in a tough environment.
I just retired recently and stumbled across your site... I'm thinking 'holy crap, I better get up to speed on this stuff'. So I'm subscribed to you. But can you give me a couple of resource sites or magazines that deal with this? Thanks.. And the BK7... there's a BK10 with a shorter blade... What's your thoughts on length..
Really helpful thank you!
I understand the concept of B.O.B., but what do you do when you "bug out" and you find yourself in a traffic gridlock? When weather impedes the flow (blizzard conditions) what do you do? You're stuck in this mess, and you can go anywhere.Soon other stranded motorists notice you have food,water,medical and other supplies. Not everyone can "bug out" safely, no matter how well prepared you are. Where I live, traffic is a mess on a good day. Knowing this, would it be best to just hunker down at home and ride it out? Being stuck on a back road or the interstate is not good. Again, I don't even qualify as a rookie to prepping and "bugging out". I consider myself the greenest of greenhorns. Any constructive suggestions/criticism will be greatly appreciated. Please, no insults or jokes! I take this matter seriously.
First, consider all your options. It might be easier to "bug in" which is setting yourself up to stay inside and not open your front door for the next 3 months. Or longer. If you're in the middle of the city, you might HAVE to go with this option. However, in my opinion, bugging in shouldn't be the end line. If you have to bug in, I firmly believe you should still be prepared to bug out at a later date. Just be prepared to do so on foot. Time how long it takes you to walk without cargo from "base camp" to the edge of the city, a point where you can safely disappear into the surrounding lands, preferably a wooded area, or farmland with lots of broken sightlines. Planted farmland is great until harvest. Then it becomes hunting grounds.
After that, practice carrying your bug out bag from base camp to that point.
You could have 2 similar but subtly different bags: one emergency running bag to keep with you or in your vehicle, and one more substantial bag kept at home. The running bag could be for if you have to jump ship on your way home from work, abandoning your vehicle and making a run for your the closest edge of town. This bag would have to be lighter, then, and only contain the absolute essentials for survival, while the bag at home would have everything you would need for the next several days. 72 hours sounds like a long time, but if you have to stay out of all cities and towns and you're on foot, you're looking at preparing for closer to 3 weeks on the road. In that event, food and water for that period get very heavy and sustainably, you're going to want to learn and have the tools for catching and foraging your own food and finding and filtering your own water.
Maps are also of utmost importance, in either case, both of the States you plan to travel through and the city you're trying to escape. Take into account anything that can and will get blocked, both by other citizens and by the authorities. Major roadways, intersections, train track crossings, bridges, things like that. You might discover you have to take a circuitous route, which adds not only time but also risk to your journey.
After you've made it out of the city, you'll need a destination, even if you know it's going to be temporary. Wondering aimlessly is just as likely to get you caught as walking into a blockade. Friends of mine have a piece of property in the middle of nowhere that is our destination. Even if you get bugged-in in your house for 3 months, and it takes another 3 months to reach your bug out destination, having that destination is worth the time, and effort. It might also be prudent to set that destination up to bug in, to be just as self-sufficient if not more self-sustaining than the former base camp. Otherwise, plan to leave it at some point as well.
FYI the Stanley is not aluminum, it's stainless steel. (I have one in my kit)
ah...thanks for catching that :)
Sorry for my english i am french but whats is the price of moab 10 ,its so good vidéo
+Rayan Akel they're slightly under $100.00 USD here in the US (www.amazon.com/5-11-Tactical-Mobile-Operation-Attachment/dp/B005AG4O42). Not sure how much it would cost if you're in a different country. Thank you, glad you enjoyed the video.
hey did you know any millitary mre's are restricted to sell to civillains but you can find them in military surplus stores but there usaly over priced any single mre military one over $8 are over priced
NorthGerogiaBushcraft You dont need to get military mres. Make your own. Ramen noodles are the best mres imo 😂
Lol Cool
also, do you think the moab alone will be an ok bugout bag???
+Waremblem Gaming yeh, you definitely could get the 10 top "C's" in the moab. If I didn't have a family, I could probably reduce the gear I needed significantly. The only thing I don't like about the moab is the more weight you put on it, the more uncomfortable it becomes since it only has 1 sling. If you're looking to go small, you should consider either a standard backpack or look at the 5.11 Rush 72 hour bag (www.511tactical.com/rush-72-backpack.html)
Just took a look... looks a little beefy, so how is the 12 or 24?
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yeh, it's definitely on the beefy side of the equation and wouldn't hurt to probably cut it back some. i don't get out of my house a lot (i work from home) but when i do, i just toss it in the back seat or trunk of the car. if i had to carry this in public all the time, there's some things i'd probably get rid of, but i tend to err on the site of having too much.
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i looked on the rain6 backpack, but the bag is just too expensive with all of the gear included Is there an option without the survival gear?
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+Waremblem Gaming yeh it's definitely on pricey side, but they definitely spared no expense in putting in very quality gear. My hope for the video was that it would serve to help give you ideas in building your own B.O.B. ... as I mentioned in the video, no area has the same requirements so hopefully you can glean from this video some ideas to build your own.
I would add to your pack >>Spare socks and >>Shoe laces.
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thx for this im young and building one of these
awesome...have a few other videos you might find useful: ruclips.net/video/LtmIuM1LkLI/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/li3d3JvLUXQ/видео.html ... good luck!
Thx soooo much I moved to the "Big city" a few years ago and IMA go down fighting...
+Makensie Ledbetter I'm not in a big city per se bug cramped enough. Definitely have to prepare here as well.
If you plan on sleeping on a hamic use an under quilt believe me u want one
+Louie Desanctis yeh that's what i keep reading. I'm used to sleeping on the ground. Gonna take this out soon and use it. definitely will remember your advice. Thanks!
Enjoyed the video, thank you.
So, after thinking about this video overnight I do have a question. You showed your canteen and said you could boil water in it. How would have physically handle the hot canteen after it had boiled for a minute? How would you get it off the fire? Your stove looks interesting but it's not clear if the canteen would sit on that small stove without holding it somehow.
+Mark Abreu coud use glove or bandana to remove it. Can boil on open fire.
your fire rod is not magnesium it is a ferro cesium rod. also why does everyone think during a shtf your going to run into the woods..... just have always wondered.
+Tim Barton thanks for pointing out that it's a ferro cesium rod...good catch. i really hope i don't have to head to the woods. in a shtf situation, it's the absolutely last thing i'd do especially having a family. for me the first goal is to bug in any situation. bugging out would be extremely far down the list (the bottom to be exact). It's really the last resort, but better be safe than sorry. plus i enjoy camping a lot so having this gear serves 2 purposes for me :)
Great video!
thanks...hope it gave you some ideas for your own setup.
A compass is pointless without a topographical map and if you are doing DED recogning, you need an additional lensaic compass to be able to index off visible landmarks.
Actually knowing how to do all that is important. However, even the uneducated can look at a compass to keep themselves going in a straight line. A straight line is still going to get you "unlost" eventually. You might have to backtrack if you run into problems, but unless the poles shift dramatically, north is still north.
What's that little First Aid pouch? Where'd you get that?
+3nertia if you look in the description section of the video, I've got every item listed along with a link where you can buy it.
i like the concept of bugging in, but why not store everything in a bag if you do plan for this?, you can always use it at home if u need to. and worst case scenario bug out with it
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Love the vid very helpful
+Tanner Hooven awesome...glad you found it helpful!
+City Prepping are you going to be making more videos
+Tanner Hooven I plan on it. I enjoy making them for sure. If you have any specific videos you'd like to see, please let me know as I'm trying to decide what to do next.
+Tanner Hooven I just picked up an airsoft gun today and created a quick review of it. I think this is a great firearm to have in a prepper's inventory. you can easily hunt small game with these and the ammo is next to nothing. ruclips.net/video/pWSNTxr1I3Y/видео.html
What should an elderly lady put in her bug out bag?
Hello, in regards the the water filter you show. I do not see any information about this product that says that it filters out chemicals. How did you conclude that it does ??
+Ken Mallory that's according to the manufacturer and the information on their website. i think the filter has been discontinued though.
@city prepping - Thank you.
+Ken Mallory you're welcome!
Thank you for this video..
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.
i need fh I s bug out bag. where can i fond one. i tried the page you talked about. couldnt locate...
+Ken Rosecrans www.cityprepping.com/building-a-prepper-bug-out-bag/
I think you're only missing a donkey to carry your bags ,I don't know how fit you are but you'll definitely need to be in shape to carry that load .
Its basically a pocketbook but you're calling it an everyday carry :)
Hilarious!
I noticed you have a ring and mentioned kids. I could assume that would be at least 4 people bugging out but your bag is packed for 1. I see this all the time on RUclips. If I made a RUclips video, I would also be guilty of this. I can't even finish a kit build for myself, let alone for 4 other people. But prepping is a fun thing to fantasise about, right? I often think these videos are more a show of arms, rather than a knowledgable guide. I wish there were more family considered videos.
Don't take this as a criticism because that is a great kit you have. As a father I wonder what would reality really be like. 5 man tent is heavy and so is 2-3 days food, water and clothes for a little one to carry.
+yathatisgood thanks for the input and great observation. Actually my wife has a B.O.B. that I'm about 60% done building. It will be like mine in that it has enough gear for her and one kid as mine does. I've been thinking about a lot what you brought up lately: creating a video to show how to setup your gear for an entire family...creating a B.O.B. that will both provide enough for you and a little one. I suppose I could have our kids carry a little (very little if much) but the adult bags will need to have enough to provide for 1 adult and 1 kid. Thanks again for your feedback and I've now got an idea for a new video: Bug out gear for the family.
+City Prepping That is certainly worth a sub. Thanks.
+yathatisgood Greetings from me. You are 100% right there are not many videos about family bug out situation. I am in the process of building a bob for me and my family and haven't yet decide what to put inside to cover complete the needs of my kid in a bug out event (New things coming in mind all the time). But in my opinion bugging in is a better solution for families with small children.... By the way great video +City Prepping
Prepper GR thanks for the feedback. Yeh, there's a lot I've got to work through and figure out to make sure the setup I outline in a new video will cover everything for a family. That's gonna be challenging to make since each family has their own unique needs, but I'm gonna try nonetheless. Thanks for the compliment as well!
I have been working on a "Fatmax" toolbox bug out box for the kids and wife. It is a rolling tool box that extends out to open. You can put alot of weight in it and pull it. Got it from sears check it out.
what is the name of your water filter?
+Daniel Barrett water one pure sip water filter: amzn.to/1W5dYje
No ammo or self defence???
What no grey man?