This was a great video. Solid coverage of the basics plus some. You really maximized the space of the Junction. You just kept pulling stuff out of it like Mary Poppin’s bag. Going to come back to it and evaluate some of my kit.
I replaced all my internal bags in favor of clear plastic heavy duty ziplock bags. I like them because they are cheap and they water proof all my gear. I can see through them they weigh next to nothing and they are easy to replace because you can buy them every where. I double bag everything and if you have to you can use the bags to store water or anything else. I find the two most useful bag sizes are the quart and the one gallon. That’s my tip for anyone who might find it useful. Well I did keep a couple of water proof compression bags for larger items like warming layers extra clothing ect.
1qt Ziploc freezer bags are the GOAT. I love them. Hard to beat. You can cover them in tape also to extend their life. I’ve done that with a few and they have last years.
Yes, great instructional video Evan. I feel the most important point you made here, is learn survival tactics BEFORE you need it. You don't want to be learning how to survive while trying to survive. It's a different mindset.
I feel like people spend all sorts of money on gear and gadgets, when they really should be spending the time and money learning the skills so they won't need so much gear and as many gadgets 😂
@@EvanK2EJT Yes, but the advice you gave are true even for people who are planning from a hike, or a "walk about". Hope to catch you on the air sometime. 72 de KA9TII
What a freaking awesome load out on how to properly prepare for wilderness/field operations. I love your preparedness and mindset. I’m very into survival/prepping and your kit seriously impressed me! You have a lot of survival hacks (like the bic wrapped in gorilla tape, surveyor tape, contractor bag, etc.) I can’t believe that’s 15lbs dude. So far I’ve only done one SOTA (got my ass kicked), and I packed way too heavy (I hauled two radios, a wolf river coil, etc etc hahaha).
wow, very cool Evan! I didn't know you were a SOTA guy too. I saw a few things that I didn't have in my pack. Hope to work you from A SOTA activation. 72 dit dit
I use the tarra, and a junction for my lady. Very similar loadouts to yours. With winter creeping in it would be cool to see your winter loadout. Subd. Thanks.
@@EvanK2EJT are you using the backpacker serape or the full size in that stuff sack? I have the full size but thinking of trying out the back packer. I’m 5/10 200lbs.
Great light weight setup. Absolutely right. Why pack a full shelter system and sleep kit if you don't plan to get caught out after dark. That PSS is a light weight and versatile compromise for keeping out of the wet. The hammock feature caught my attention and I have one on order. The only other thing I would recommend strongly is a collapsible marine hand flare, for signaling, emergency lighting, and bear defense. Its the best sure fire starter (pull the rip cord) when you are hypothermic in the wet. My complete KX2 kit fits (inside a freezer bag) and is carried inside a fanny pack. FT-5 is waterproof.
Man I need to seriously take inventory of my pack, which is always in my truck for emergencies. Its to heavy and not as well thought out as yours. I may need two packs, one for each season. Hot wet bug season (3 months) and winter lol. I went to a class recently they now have wound packing bandages with the quick clot infused in the material, supposed to work even better then the pour in kind. Actually I think they work the same but the clean up to get to working on the wound after is quicker and cleaner.
I have a get home bag in my truck that lives there all the time. My hiking/radio packs get changed around all the time depending on the season, what I'm doing, and where I'm going. I like modular kits so I can grab specific pouches and throw them in the pack. I'm not a fan of packs with lots of organization, pockets, etc. Just give me a big bucket that I can dump my individual kits in, and I'm happy.
This was a great video. Solid coverage of the basics plus some. You really maximized the space of the Junction. You just kept pulling stuff out of it like Mary Poppin’s bag. Going to come back to it and evaluate some of my kit.
Great video, Evan. I'm super impressed that kit only weighs 15 pounds. I can tell a lot of thought went into each choice. Thanks! -Thomas
I’m constantly trying to get a EDC bag with my radio stuff. I really like this kit gives some nice ideas. Thanks for Sharing
I always enjoy seeing what others carry in their packs! 73, Patrick KF4LMZ
I replaced all my internal bags in favor of clear plastic heavy duty ziplock bags. I like them because they are cheap and they water proof all my gear. I can see through them they weigh next to nothing and they are easy to replace because you can buy them every where. I double bag everything and if you have to you can use the bags to store water or anything else. I find the two most useful bag sizes are the quart and the one gallon. That’s my tip for anyone who might find it useful. Well I did keep a couple of water proof compression bags for larger items like warming layers extra clothing ect.
That's a good tip, and you're right....they're cheap, water tight, and multi purpose!
1qt Ziploc freezer bags are the GOAT. I love them. Hard to beat. You can cover them in tape also to extend their life. I’ve done that with a few and they have last years.
Yes, great instructional video Evan. I feel the most important point you made here, is learn survival tactics BEFORE you need it. You don't want to be learning how to survive while trying to survive. It's a different mindset.
I feel like people spend all sorts of money on gear and gadgets, when they really should be spending the time and money learning the skills so they won't need so much gear and as many gadgets 😂
@@EvanK2EJT Yes, but the advice you gave are true even for people who are planning from a hike, or a "walk about". Hope to catch you on the air sometime. 72 de KA9TII
What a freaking awesome load out on how to properly prepare for wilderness/field operations. I love your preparedness and mindset. I’m very into survival/prepping and your kit seriously impressed me! You have a lot of survival hacks (like the bic wrapped in gorilla tape, surveyor tape, contractor bag, etc.) I can’t believe that’s 15lbs dude.
So far I’ve only done one SOTA (got my ass kicked), and I packed way too heavy (I hauled two radios, a wolf river coil, etc etc hahaha).
@@Utahforrest Yeah you learn real quick to NOT carry everything and the kitchen sink lol. Thanks for watching man!
wow, very cool Evan! I didn't know you were a SOTA guy too. I saw a few things that I didn't have in my pack. Hope to work you from A SOTA activation. 72 dit dit
Informative and beneficial video!
I use the tarra, and a junction for my lady. Very similar loadouts to yours. With winter creeping in it would be cool to see your winter loadout. Subd. Thanks.
I love my Tarahumara! That's my favorite pack of all time. When I'm not carrying the radio equipment, that's the pack I use pretty much all the time
@@EvanK2EJT yessir. Suits me most of the year. I step up to the Umlindi for about 3-4 mos during the cold season.
@@stevog44 That's exactly what I do as well.
@@EvanK2EJT are you using the backpacker serape or the full size in that stuff sack? I have the full size but thinking of trying out the back packer. I’m 5/10 200lbs.
@@stevog44 That's a backpacker.
Great light weight setup. Absolutely right. Why pack a full shelter system and sleep kit if you don't plan to get caught out after dark. That PSS is a light weight and versatile compromise for keeping out of the wet. The hammock feature caught my attention and I have one on order. The only other thing I would recommend strongly is a collapsible marine hand flare, for signaling, emergency lighting, and bear defense. Its the best sure fire starter (pull the rip cord) when you are hypothermic in the wet. My complete KX2 kit fits (inside a freezer bag) and is carried inside a fanny pack. FT-5 is waterproof.
The flare is a great idea! Thanks!
Nice kit well done. Working on my ham license. Im in the Albany area. How about you, noticed you said upstate. Be good- Steve
I'm in Endicott, down near Binghamton.
I have taken first aid and CPR six times and they never mentioned the 2nd tourniquet. That’s going to be added to the course.
People generally assume one is good to go. You know what they say about assumptions LOL
Man I need to seriously take inventory of my pack, which is always in my truck for emergencies. Its to heavy and not as well thought out as yours. I may need two packs, one for each season. Hot wet bug season (3 months) and winter lol. I went to a class recently they now have wound packing bandages with the quick clot infused in the material, supposed to work even better then the pour in kind. Actually I think they work the same but the clean up to get to working on the wound after is quicker and cleaner.
I have a get home bag in my truck that lives there all the time. My hiking/radio packs get changed around all the time depending on the season, what I'm doing, and where I'm going. I like modular kits so I can grab specific pouches and throw them in the pack. I'm not a fan of packs with lots of organization, pockets, etc. Just give me a big bucket that I can dump my individual kits in, and I'm happy.
15 lbs is totally reasonable IMO. I've done runs where my vest weighs that much or a little bit more.
I’m really impressed with your videos. I’m actually starting to take notes. I’m mumbling that and this might save my life or some else’s. VE3WLX
Thank you! I appreciate it.