Bug Out Load Out - Packing Out Your Ruck With Special Forces Veteran Kevin Owens
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- Опубликовано: 20 сен 2024
- In this episode of “Bug Out” Kevin lays out a scenario where you have decided the best course of action is to bug out. Your bug out will require a long range movement on foot and you must pack out your essentials for the 3 day movement. Kevin goes over different considerations for what you will need while traveling, as well as how to pack your contents correctly for the best access to your gear while on the move.
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When your shoulders hurt, the waist strap is too loose. When your waist hurts, the shoulder straps are too loose. When everything hurts, the straps are juuuust right.
If everything hurts its packed wrong.
Unload and repack it. The soft stuff goes next to your back the hard items don't. If its poking you YOU CANT PACK! and to keep things from moving pull the tight strings after to keep in place.
@@cynthiarothrock4255 my 75lb bag hurts everything because its 75lbs, but i use the old fashioned Alice pack, so the frame keeps stuff off my back
@@cynthiarothrock4255 are you THE Cynthia Rothrock of martial arts fame?
@@jackpippenstock1104 no, I'm the Cynthia of southern Indiana and graduated in 1982. And I'm living in my hometown with an Indiana University with lots of students without any common sense.
Have to respect a guy who rucks as much food for his dog as he does for himself and talks about sharing his if the dog runs out.
Eat the dog
you have to keep him healthy so when you run out of food you have a good healthy dog to cook up.
The dog would do the same for him
When he's out of food and barely alive. That dog will catch his food for him..
You “eat the dog” idiots trip me out. The dog can eat shit you can’t and drink water you can’t. A good dog is an invaluable asset in an SHTF situation. I’ll keep my Rottweiler and American Bulldog in fighting form. They can also hunt on their own. At least mine can anyway.
You were my first squad leader in 1st PLT, A Co 2-2 IN. Watching this was surreal. Especially remembering having to tie off all my shit and trash-bag everything else. No snivel-gear when moving and no wet-weather pants. I still enforce this in my platoons. Now I have a video to show them to explain my neurosis.
Is he from Ireland? Also, you guys had to be Rangers since he didn't call them "ranger beads"
Edit: yes he's from Ireland. Said so himself. Lol
@@masydoda3821 yeah, he’s said he was in the conventional infant art for a few years and then was an Irish Army Ranger for another few years. After that he immigrated to the US and became a Green Beret.
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@@Matty23134 I'm sure green beret training was easy for him.
God bless, Jesus loves you guys
I spent 200 nights a year in a sleeping bag, Mexico/US/Canada for 5 years(work), including personal mountaineering trips. This guy's approach to EVERYTHING is spot on ....especially, trash bags, monkey butt, dog and short foam pad (I always use my pack for my lower body). Only thing missing are adjustable ski poles (for tarp poles, splints, and my knees). Always use tarp, never tent. His experience (days in the field) is obvious. Nice job.
Yup, his advice squares with my SF and civilian experience.
Why do you prefer tarp over tent?
@@impermanenthuman8427 I know you didn't ask me but...tarp or basha like the one shown (it's 2.3m x 2.5m or thereabouts) is great but only in conjunction with a (breathable) bivvy bag...bivvy bag works even with just a poncho, because it doesn't matter if your legs & feet are not covered by it, they'll remain dry. The reason is you can make all kinds of shelter configurations which give you space to do admin in i.e. cooking cleaning your kit etc or pull the tarp/basha/poncho really low for protection against the elements and also so as not to be seen. Like I said only advisable with a bivvy bag as you are in deep shit if your sleeping bag gets wet
@@simonh6371 thanks for the answer
This was the best bug-out/ rock packout video I've ever seen. Again I've seen in the comments is experienced it up is glaringly obvious. This guy's a f****** monster I love that he added this is what I need he's so confident you know he lives it. So many fake ass dudes packing a bunch of nut s***. This is dead nuts exactly right. Thanks for the video I always appreciate it professionals opinion
I really appreciate everyone who puts out videos for people to learn, but I really like this one..super sensible and would fit my scenario. Thank you.
Awesome! Glad we could help!
His BoB is 30lbs dry max, so many people on youtube have a dry BoB of 45+ lbs, ridiculous.
@@fieldcraftsurvival the 3 Day MOLLE Pack I've got is more of a old school Medium Sized OD Green which I prefer 2 use as more of an Everyday Preparedness Survival Pack as well as Urban Wilderness Hybrid Pack on the exterior/outside rather than BIB (Bug In Bag)/BOB (Bug Out Bag)/Get Home Bag using a mish mash (mixture) of some Solution Dyed Ranger Green Style Colored MOLLE Pouches 2 break up the OD (Olive Drab) Green of my Pack 4 more Urban appearance/look & some OD (Olive Drab) Green MOLLE Pouches 2 keep the Wilderness appearance/look at the same time!
@@fieldcraftsurvival 4 the Octagon MOLLE on the exterior/outside of that Bag in this video I highly recommend attaching a Ranger Green MOLLE Buttpack!
@@fieldcraftsurvival Thanks Great Vid. I Know You 2 Super Killers Think Kill First, Which Is Why This Guy Has 2 Guns And A Belgium Killdog.....BUT For All The Non-Super Killers Without Mega Top-Secret CIA Connections To Get You Out Of Any Legal SNAFU's I Have To List These 2 Items That Everyone Should Consider Before The Kill Options That Should Be Carried By All Non-Super Killers And Even Super Killer To Give Them The OPTION:
1) 4ft White Wax Wood Stick, Which Could Be Used As A Hiking Stick For All Hiking Applications But Also Used To Kill Or Just Beat Someone, Rather Than Killing Them. Goes Right In Hand And Can Be Dropped In An Instant Or Thrown At A Target Or For Defense If Attacked. Gives You More Distance Than A Knife. Should Be White Wax Wood For Strength & Durability. Can Be Ordered Online. Not Expensive But Can Kill More People Than A Loaded Gun & Doesn't Need Reload.
2) Bear Spray. Also A Non-Lethal Option That Can Go On The Hip & Weighs Almost Nothing & Can Be Used On Humans Or Cougars Or Bears Perhaps More Effectively Than A Gun.
These 2 Items Also Have The Advantage Of Being QUIET Attacks For Super Killers & Non-Super Killers Who May Want Or Need To Fight But Don't Want To Go *BOOM* , BOOM BOOM BOOM....Yes The Dog Is Quiet Too But If Your Dog Goes After A Bear Or Lion You May Not Have A Dog Anymore.
I really enjoy Kevin’s no bullshit approach. Also, after seeing Mikes interview with Shawn at V.E. I’m pretty sure Mike is the Dos Equis most interesting man alive.
As a Military Working Dog handler, I’m very glad to see someone with a dog. They are such an asset. They do not have to be super trained but not just an unruly YardShitter. You’re scenario mentioned being in a city & working your way out. Just a single small tool for water: Sillcock valve wrench. Even with no water pressure due to city services out, each business/etc with those water faucets on the outside wall can give you a source of water. Keep up the good work. 🏴🤣👍🏻
“Pack like it’s pouring rain.” Lol. Ireland must be like fort benning and panama.
We rarely get good weather in Ireland, unless you're from the South, Dublin and Wicklow get really good Summers😊
Must be an 80’s Ranger 😎
You mean Gotham.
harmony church got rain pretty much every day I was there
@@v1ism PQq!0
Dummy cords, cutting down the sleeping mat, carrying food for your dog and yourself, all great tidbits of advice that most average folks wouldn’t even consider. Great vid, looking forward to the next one guys!
When is this chap going to sit down and do one of those interviews with Mike Drop or anyone else? Id say loads of people would love to hear his story.
That would be awesome, lots of good stories!
Agreed!!
Agreed Agreed, is this a third or a second to the OP.
I'd be all ears
Garand Thumb had him on discussing fighting rifles recently and Kevin tells a little of his story, check it out
I might be wrong, but as far as I can remember this is the first video of this kind I've watched where at the beginning you actually define the scenario your gearing up for. Makes a lot more sense this way. I like it! Thank you!
That’s true. but it would have been helpful for me if he would have referenced the scenario a few times when he explain why certain items where selected over others or some items were not included.
Best of all is if he would make additional follow on videos where he would take realistic scenarios submitted by viewers and explain which items he would change.
Well trained dog is his best piece of survival equipment.......
@AZ Desert Prepper don't 4get hilariously haha funny since the poochy chewed a hole in the sleeping pad!
@AZ Desert Prepper Little dogs could also make amazing bird dogs or be used to flush rabbits :D
True. I like mine extra crispy!
And really good eating when the SHTF
I've been feeding raccoons for years lol
I'd like to see yourself and Mike do a 24 hour trial bugout. Overnight, firewatch, the whole 9.
Love seeing Kevin in more videos and hearing his expertise and opinion!! Minimalist but all the essentials. Great video!!
Helpful tip for the Baofeng ham radio; they make extended batteries that have a charge port on them and can be charged via the USB cable that comes with them. So they work with battery banks like your cell phone does.
@@andrewweninger1059 still trying to find me one of them.
@@50shadesofcerakote you and me both
The dummy cords gave me the chills-it brought be back to Ranger School.After that and to this day-I dummy cord my essential gear to me.
Yes. Had a guy try to swipe my swiss army knife as I was cleaning my m4 and as he pulled due to the dummy cord he cut his hand deeply.
Things get misplaced/stolen all the time. It really is a great practice especially in the field.
I could listen to Kevin talk all day, such a stand up guy.
I loved the two bugout podcasts that Mike and Kevin did recently, they were long but entertaining and informative. It was good to see some of what they spoke about in action.
Do you have a link please?
I'm deffo looking for that straight after this video
You know this gent is the real deal when he is from N.Ireland, you know he was SF and he pulls out the good ole' DPM... He must have stories to tell... And we'd love to hear them one day! Cheers for the realistic suggestions (unlike many other videos with "tacticool" shit that are more of unnecessary weight than useful tools), which would even for us in the UK (with the exception of gun/ammo unfortunately).
I think it's strange how he is using british dpm when he was In the Irish Sf, youd have thought he'd have robbed some kit when he left
@@You-were-seen-kid If he's from North Ireland then he's from the UK. So I'd guess that would be normal.
he is from the Republic of Ireland, not Northern Ireland, he was in the Irish defence forces and Army Rangers SF
@@gabrielmathews4147 but we was in an army that has nothing to do with the uk
@@gabrielmathews4147 He's from south of the border and a former member of the Irish Permanent Defense Forces (and ex Ranger wing).
When I was a UH-1H crew chief during 1970-72 in Vietnam, I flew many missions into LZ's with marines and soldiers, to include South Vietnamese soldiers who would not get out upon drop off. I had a Get Home bag on every mission. The Basic, Food, Water, and shelter which is a knife or entrenching tool. I was shot down twice and had to use my bag for survivors and defend the crash site with my aircraft mounted M60 MG. Luck for us are marines who risked their lives going through enemy forces to reach us. Get home bags are essential in your vehicle. Bug out bags, well at my age of 68, I will bug in. My home Vietnam style defenses will take the energy out of them to reach my home. I will hear pain at night and do foot patrol in the morning and use that entrenching tool for shallow grave fill in.
Welcome home brother
My job is no where near as exciting as your story but... I inspect powerlines from helicopters. Luckily we havent fallen out of the sky yet, but its happened enough times in the past. I bring some basics with me as well, food, several different fire, water, medical, I think I even have a flare. We fly some pretty serious remote areas.
One story from one of my foremen was, they had an engine out in some florida swamp only a few miles from the airport they were working out of. They were there for 4 days/3 nights.. Cant remember why it took so long to get found though. I think hes been in about 3-4 crashes in total.
As someone currently serving I'll listen to any veteran with ears open and mouth shut. These guys have forgotten more than what I'll learn in my lifetime.
Problem with it is unfortunately, there's so much information out now that the more you watch videos the more paranoid you get that you're missing that kit or that tool. The best way to prep is get out there, and use what you have and add the items you NEED and not hear about. It's trial by error so that when shit does hit the fan, as it is now, you're prepped. That's pretty much prepping 101. If you're doing it now...it's far too late.
Mo Mentum never too late!!!
Agreed. The best way to prepare is to get out there. Walking 50 miles is no joke. Add a 40-60 lb pack and the number of people who could walk 50 miles drops precipitously. If you think you're going to bug out when the SHTF, you better have a lot of miles of rucking under your belt.
Edward Lawler that’s what I was gonna say.
Exactly. Got to thinking, and pulled out the stuff I had in my Jeep, just to make sure it worked. Maybe Macgyver would have thrived with my stuff, but a lot of it was cheap, and it showed. The tiny 'firestarter' kit I had in every glovebox? Useless. Tossed in two lighters and some waterproof matches in a crushproof container. If I run across an actual item that's worth a damn, sure, but if I need a fire, I need it today, not in 3 days. I know how to do this, including a bow drill, magnifying glass and all that. But if you don't practice with it, the learning, or remembering curve from 30 years back, is too steep to overcome when you have other priorities demanding your attention. So, get the stuff you think will work. Use it until you are good with it. If it doesn't actually work, shitcan it and start over. Time spent now, is an investment in the life you may save, later.
Never set your knife down and you'll always have the tools you need
FINALLY, someone else who hates "waterproof" boots. When they get wet they stay wet. PLENTY OF real WOOL (darn Tough my favorite) very little cotton. Can't beat a good K9.
Darn Tough is all I wear-summer and winter.
Love your icon brethren
Leather boots with lots of padding and gore tex membranes, like Meindl boots, are quite worthless in cold and wet and just long term outdoor scenarios. When they get wet they stay wet and it is often impossible to dry them out. "Shell boots" with no insulation, none or little padding, no gore tex and a completely water proof rubber foot part, like American duck boots (I don't like the classic duck boots, but the concept is sound) or Lundhags from Sweden are much better in wet conditions and terrain.
Weirdly enough, the old-school heavy as hell leather boots I was issued (don't remember the name but they look right out of the Korean war) were surprisingly waterproof and I never got blisters. Used them in marshes in central-ish Canada and never got wet oddly enough. They did give me a stress fracture in the bottom of one foot.
@rob dabank canine*
The most important part of your kit is Vinnie. He can see, hear and smell danger better than a human partner(s).
As a former Eagle Scout, it's nice to hear someone preach the things I normally practice. This is much better info than 99% of the "survival" and backpacking guides I've seen. I would like to add that I like to keep my TP(cardboard removed, half roll flattened), a mini BIC lighter, trioxane tab, headlamp, and a pair of thick wool socks, and my "sleep" beanie(Polartec 100 very loose-fitting) in a 2-gallon ziplock bag at the very topmost most easily accessible point in my pack or top pouch. That way if your socks get soaked through by rain or sweat you can change quickly and attach your wet socks to the exterior of your pack to dry or if you take a spill in the drink on a creek or river crossing (hip and shoulder buckles undone for safety) you can warm yourself up more quickly and set to work drying out your clothes by a fire (TP for tinder, trioxane if wet out, dry mini BIC) socks and beanie for warmth (When you're drenched and it's below freezing not having to dig through your entire pack to find the essentials when you're having a hard time focusing and losing dexterity is pretty great). Next down I keep my rain fly for my tent or group cooking rainfly in case of a prolonged downpour as he suggests. Then next down another 2-gallon zip lock with a change of underwear and my sleep/undershirt, another pair of thick wool socks, and a spare pair of boxer briefs. His advice on the trash bag for your sleeping bag at the bottom has saved me from an unpleasant and/or dangerous situation multiple times. Even if you use a pack cover it won't keep your bag from getting drenched if you fall in a water crossing. It was refreshing to see someone cinch down and wrap under their straps for once. Getting caught up in branches and falling on your side or back is embarrassing. The non-aerosol small plastic bottle of deep woods off 99% DEET in a sandwich bag weighs like 1/4 of your aerosol can and is enough for a few weeks. I'm also 110% on board with the "wet" wipes. One last thing, I also take a ziplock sandwich bag in my shirt or pants pocket with talcum powder, baby powder, or Goldbond for my privates and/or to help stave off the Monkey Butt as you so eloquently put it.
Kevin seems like he's been around the block a time or two. My kinda dude. Great dog!
You can definitely tell who knows their shit by experience.
In your scenario, I live near Chattanooga.
I chose to be on the OTHER side of the river, specifically so I am already across the bridge.
It's like fighting. You want superior position from the get go.
Bugging out to Edwards Point?
11:41 Did he sneak in a low-key "that's what she said"?
Subbed.
Yes he did! I was about to post that. 🤣
I bought a vest for my German Shepherd. "Duke" packs his own food and bowls.
I'm a K9 Handler for the Gov't and wouldn't suggest this. The reason why is K9's overheat very quickly and will push themselves without complaint until they are in a medical emergency or literally fall over dead. Unless you train your dog frequently, as in every week, with a weighted vest on they will never build the endurance they need to pack extra weight on their small frames. I would suggest keeping them free of anything that can hinder their movement so they can defend themselves and you if need be. With even a simple patrol vest on them they are hindered, add weight and things that can get caught on obstacles and you are just asking for trouble.
Ya listen to him ^
curious what kind of mileage you and Duke have done safely and under what loads. Cheers
8654 Zulu Foxtrot great advice. Thank you
If you are using your dog as protection the dog will have handles to grab and control the dog with plus it overtaxes them physically requiring more food and water that slows the dog and you down.
The long-john tip was awesome. Will test that next field exercise.
We were issued a quilted pair of pants, to go between our long-johns and the field uniform, that was "male-stripper-cut" with buttons.
Never occurred to me to do the same for long-johns.
Thank you very much ;-)
I started my army career as a light Infantryman with 9th Inf Regt (Manchu), one of the things we did was pack everything in waterproof bags no matter what time of year. Remember Murphy is always running around looking for ways to fuck up your day. If you have not heard of this, take the old UCP, Rid Green Apple clothing dye, and dye the pieces of equipment and uniforms. It works great for the South Eastern US during most of the year. The Air Force pattern looks great also, green tiger stripe look.
For those who have not been rucking here is an idea I started doing, I loaded up my ruck and started walking on my treadmill in the basement, 3 MPH at 5-8 incline, pretty good workout.
One thing I also pack on the outside is a small tent.
This was a great video. Simple, straight forward, and well thought out. I like how Kevin kinda took a ground up approach by starting with first line gear and then logically progressed through the loadout.
That Porsche damn, is that the aircooled 911 targa? I can't get enough of listening to Kevin talk about kit and strategy, dude is as real and as tough as they come. I've been taking my pack for rucks around the bike path in the city here for 5-8 KM, gets incredibly cold where I am in Canada and snow is gonna hit, going to be good cardio rucking through the snow sucks shit for a real bugout situation though, I sincerely wish I had a cabin up north with a wood burning stove.
This guy seems like my kinda dude. I don't like most people. Thanks for the content!
One of the best for sure 🤘🏼
Lol
That's why I love my dog. I tell everyone when getting into that type of conversation, I'm not a racist, I'm an equal opportunity bigot. I hate everyone equally. (J/K)
Thank you Sir! Great video. The way you care for your dog is the best part of the video. I find that important because some people forget to plan for their dogs when setting up their packs. GOD bless and Semper Fi!
When he called the dog over, I thought he was talking to me, and I started obeying commands.
lol
Hootchie! It amazes me how many people in the states don't know about bashas/hootchies. Combined with paracord or bungies they are amazing. Bonus points for setting it up ahead of time with jungle knots and a bit of string to collect rainwater into a bottle.
When this guy talks, listen!! Absolute no bullshit! He’s done it all. He doesn’t have to exaggerate.
Solid tip about the sleeping bag, I used to stuff mine into a dry bag, then stuff it while open into the bottom of the ruck, then seal it, effectively vacuum sealed into the shape of the ruck
Good advice.
You have a touch of Paul Harrel right there: that revolver that magically comes out of the jacket. Solid video, this is far above the usual videos on this subject matter.
Kevin.... Everything I’ve watched that you’ve involved in has always been chocked full of real world knowledge. You’re the real deal brother.
Glad to see the dog and his accommodations
Kevin Owens: Thank You for Your Military Service as a Special Forces Soldier and Thank You for the video at hand. I stopped wearing denim 👖 back in 2017, as I believe that the trousers are trouble. Too tight and uncomfortable, does not dry fast enough when wet, are not durable, no extra pockets, and,are rather un-Military. Just because I AM Prior Service USMC and US Army, does not mean that I know everything about Weapons, Tactics, and Survival ( Actually, I AM a POG, and, I never ever was Combat Arms). This Video is essential to My Own Survival. Thank You very much!!
Great video it brings back a lot of memories. Don't forget the rattle test for the ruck and yourself. Shake & jump and silence any noise makers.
Kevin a true testament to testing the gear you carry. sometimes it's not as easy or simple, but know the operating area is key.. I love that you packed the dogs food, i would be doing the same, and very possibly packing the horses too.. so we would have to consider their needs as well. More than likely if you have a pack animal available ensure that you bring proper tack, can move and clear with them. They are 80% of my packing capabilities to move quick.. so with them i can travel many many miles without having to break myself. if i can't take them then yes 100% is on myself and my family to carry what we need.. if you backpack you know what you need as the overall load-out.. After that it's estimating food, and edc needs.. where you are going to lay your cache, and how to move if with small children.
Concise quality presentation. Perhaps more than I’m able to carry, but can not go wrong listening to a fellow Irishman.
Great video for people like me who live in the tropics battered by multiple typhoons a year. Thanks
The duck tape is stylish yet effective. I’m gonna start duck taping my shoes now. Thanks Kevin!
As South African 🇿🇦 this content is like gold at the current moment!.. Thank you for the information 👍🏽🙏🏼.
Thanks for this! Exceedingly useful, lots in there I didn't think of. It's also affirming to see someone with so much experience use the relatively "cheap and available" approach of garbage/ziploc bags, babywipes, etc. Maybe it's the Canadian military's similarity to our European cousin's, but I'm glad to hear a lack of the word 'tactical' with most of these items.
another option to zip lock bags is the storage bags with one way air valve. Easy to crush the air out fast esp for larger items such as clothing. Also add some snake gaiters for lower legs if yr moving over rural land. A compact hammock kept rolled in the claymore pouch for fast sleep setups off the ground is useful. Dynamo recharger. Small pry bar for gates /doors on crossing a broken city. some form of optics to assess people and routes from a safe distance.
Vinny looks like a good pup. I have a Lab. He'll probably get into my pack and eat all of my food by the first night. He's a great look-out though.
I added doggo food awhile ago, but this is a great reminder. I'm looking to source a cargo pack for the Dingo to help carry the load. I differ in that I made sure to add a double layer of water purification in my kit, a filter and tabs are worth the very small addition of weight. I am glad to see that there was a note on weight/frequency of use distribution in the presentation.
I like the “pack for a hurricane” theory, but I’d have to admit that I wouldn’t bring as much as he is. It’s 50 miles. Max 50 hours of hiking just off the road or on the road depending on route and time of day. Should be able to do it in 3 days given you aren’t bugging out to a high altitude location. Just my .02 and completely understand he is adjusting to a basic load out applicable to the majority of circumstances here.
I see a lot of opportunities for weight savings, leave the Nalgene, leave the camelbak, get some collapsible water bottles (platypus makes great ones, and they have a drinking tube attachment). Also no water filter, which is a HUGE oversight. Never assume you'll have access to drinkable water.
I like to use the Mylar wrapped bible wrap the is common amongst HVAC guys. They use it to wrap metal duct work to prevent condensation. It make for a warm and very light and compact bed padding. I also like tyvec house wrap material. Lets your body breath but still keeps you waterproof. If you want to take the noise and stiffness out of it take the piece for your kit and run it through the clothes dryer a couple times.
Any preference for making movements at night vs during daylight? Cooler temps might make it easier and let you get farther carrying less water and moving faster. Could be a good option for an urban bugout. Also can't recommend enough for folks to go backpacking. It's basically practice bugout and camping. Shakedown all your gear, get good with it, find out what you need/don't need. For example, my dog needs boots to hike more than around 5 miles or his pads get torn and he's limping for days. Good dog boots (and socks, seriously) and he could do 20 mi/day no problem.
On the surface packing up essential stuff seems straight forward, but it's not. The special forces guys know.....the rest of us think we know. For me, this is the best breakdown I've seen. Great logic presented here. Thanks FCS Channel.
Awesome, good stuff. I’ve never seen the duct tape on the boots before but it makes good sense. Also glad to see the use of dummy cords, even from someone as experienced as yourself. I was too cool once upon a time to dummy cord some important gear and lost it, not a fun situation to say the least😁
A lot of good lessons are learned the hard way!!
I've heard some guys put blood type on the tape...
I will remember that because where I live. We have seed pods called hichhickers. That are darn near impossible to get off your laces.
i couldnt really understand the point of duct tape on the boots. What was it for? asking to learn
Willem-Paul Koenen - To avoid his shoes becoming undone, but I thought it would be sufficient to have a knot in your laces to stop this from happening.
Kevin is on point about rain. Anybody who has lived out of a ruck knows it doesn't matter where you are or what season at some point in 3 days it will rain. The rain will last 2- 5 minutes or longer either way it is just enough to soak your gear. It wasn't mentioned but I am sure he has Infantry candy better know as Tylenol.
Careful with stuff in your pocket. I was doing a live action fire arms training with simunitions and I was bounding from cover and I slid and my compass in my pocket stabbed into my leg and gave me a nasty cut
Great point, thanks for sharing
Excellent. Kudos to the cameraman for having a steady hand.
Kevin, take a look at winter racing gloves used for quads, motocross,etc. They are thin and designed for cold environments.
Great video, relevant content.
Or some mechanix winter fleece lined gloves. I have small hands and can still maintain decent dexterity for it being a thicker glove
It is so good to see someone who is not branded by just one doctrine.
I love to see the influence of different backgrounds and Kevin nails it. Just taking the stuff that works and not only the gucci gear.
Thanks for the insight!
Baby wipes for the win! Never leave home without them.
We used them in the Marine Corps to take "Field Showers."
Thank you for coming to the U.S. of A. Thank you for your service! What a good vid!
"This was Mikes bag...so I stole it..." 😂
Great video. Really like that this gentleman brought up putting EVERYTHING in plastic bags as though it's going to rain at any moment. I'm out in New England, and it can rain here without a cloud in the sky. I've been trying to instill in my circle that everything has to be protected from the weather, and spare bags should be carried (30 gallon heavy duty trash bags weigh nothing and are worth a fortune). Also, vacuum pack up a couple pairs of smart wool socks and stow them in the bottom of your pack, in a cargo pocket or anywhere they will stay safe. My immediate survival item order is always knife (fixed)-lighter-socks. Ain't gonna survive if your feet don't work.
Great Vid! I just reconstructed my pack last week. Completely forgot to use ziplock bags to keep water out for important items.
I’ll be sure to add cordage to pertinent items to lash to myself as well. Thank you for all the information💥🦅🇺🇸
Glad you’re getting some use from it!
Thanks for the great video! If you put the sleeping bag inside the garbage bag inside your stuff sack, then its bombproof as the bag won't get torn.
Kuiu makes long johns that zip on and off, amazing stuff!
Time to start packing my first bag. Thank you, Mr. Owens!
I have packed bags for years, always glad to see someone new that's seeing the light.
Bear Independent is also a great source of knowledge on here.
Nice! Straight to the point and a very experience based packing list . good stuff and thank you!
Glad it helped!
Vinnie's such a GOOD BOY!!!.......sorry, had to do it. You've done a great job of training the pup. Give him all the love you can, 'cause he's such a good guard doggie! But I digress....
You've given us some great insight and prioritizing. Food for thought. I'm one to bug in, but you never know what fate will throw in your path. Being unnoticed is the greatest gift you can be given in these times you describe. It will be what gets you where you wanna be. Keep up the good work, sir.
Your hound was just thinking he was making an untralight sleeping pad!
Watching these videos brings back memories of good light infantry training. That was back in the Stone Age when "elephant rubbers" were best for keeping certain smaller items dry and rain turned a 50 pound large Allice ruck into 100 pounds plus.
What about a dog backpack for Vinny ? carry his own food around, but suspect you want him to be agile and ready to spring into action.
If the dog hasn't been on many long rucks, their pads can get injured - it ends up looking like a flap of skin - very painful and takes a few days to recover. my german shepherd mix gets them on hikes longer than around 5 miles with a light pack on. he's got boots that let him go longer.
@@daveroules9469 stop hurting your dog
Dave Roules what kind of boots do you have for him?
1000% agree. Used to have bags for my lab retriever. He carried his own stuff. 10-12# maybe. ZERO issue. He was always well fed and watered.
Watched a Garand Thumb video...then watched this video and recognized the accent of my ancestors. Great video and very helpful...yours and GarandThumb.
Anyone that drives a black air cooled Porsche 911 Targa is alright by me!
Based on the tires he's got stacked, I'm thinking he's going to lift it and make it a Baja or Dakar 911?
Pretty sure that's Mike's rally car project, he's got a video about it somewhere
Was curious if anyone else saw that too lol
A double overhand knot on the second over-under on the laces will keep them from coming untied. I've been using this method for 10 years and I have never had laces come untied during that time. I hike extensively and regularly climb large mountains/technical climbs requiring belays and rappels/winter mountaineering/ multi week backpacking (Rucksacking) trips. First knot like normal- typical over under. The top knot (or the butterfly) you do it twice: Over-under, over-under, then tighten.
No nonsense, covers the bases. You can tell you have spent you share of time outdoors, living out of a bag. What do you think about a chest pack for nav gear and small easy access essentials?
The basha is a great piece of kit, I've been using a surplus one in the american infantry for years, turned a lot of dudes on to them. One of the best ebay buys I've ever made.
Such a badass dog. I want one for myself heard there quite expensive to buy if fully trained, but I heard it’s totally worth it.
Most Leo's are getting their dogs oversees.
My girlfriend is spending about $1000 for obedience training for her dog.
Thanks Kevin! 30 Years in the Forces and you taught me new shit, appreciate it brother.
Haha, Mike's going to be pissed. Dude you jacked my gear. Great video. I'd add a fixed blade knife.
That's a good man. Takes care of himself and his dog. Good head on his shoulders. Makes good sense.
I was trying to put a finger on you're accent and it makes sense when you said you're from Ireland.
His accent is a strange mix of American and Irish accents. He uses a lot of American slang words than we wouldn't use over here, which is natural since he's living in the US so long.
Yeah I have one of those fur missiles too. Gosh they are a handful. She’s trained in protection, apprehension and tracking. They never get tired. When you wake up they are bouncing off the walls when I’m not quite ready for all that. They will let you know when danger is around though.
He didn’t steal it-he “liberated it from oppression”.Any SF guy will know what I mean.Kevin-from one 5th GRP guy to another-De Oppresso Liber!
Headlamps are very useful, try out a few for battery life and comfort. I have the Milwaukee rechargeable, but battery life isn’t very long. Especially if on the brightest setting. I like just a battery run light.
I live in texas and if im buggin out during the summer the warmest thing im bringing is a tank top
You always wear long sleeves. Especially when there are no more doctors and limited access to medicine. This protects you from potential sunburn. Bug bites that cause infection etc.
Ever slept in the desert? You can go hypothermic overnight, especially if you get soaked by a surprise rain. Always pack some sleeves
I agree on Desert camping. Pack your BoB, and try going for a long weekend. It'll highlight your bags shortcomings.
Texan all my life i hear you lol. I keep a compact umbrella in my get home bag and it isn't for the rare rain in summer it's far shade in between trees.
I'm really excited for his E&E .02. Just from the first video, I recognized he knew what he was talking about.
That air-cooled targa though..
Boy did your pups bark trigger mine. What a good boy! I'm absolutely in love with the podcast, really appreciate all you guys do. Thank you and stay safe!
Love the content Guys! Got a question do y’all have videos on fire-starting, foraging or basic tramacare? I know you have more videos planned so was just wondering if these were in the plans?
We do have some old videos way on here, stay tuned to YT and the FCS instagram we will be doing new content on all of this!
The FieldCraft Survival Channel much appreciated!!
Study bushcraft for foraging.
Amazing info...will rewatch a few times to make sure I did not miss anything. 🤩🙌
"...and you can get a job as a male stripper on the weekends." I imagine Vinny is a great wing-man to take with you on the male stripping circuit over the weekends.
Mike too- of course.
Love Vinny and the shoot thru the pocket tip!
I might resupply a friend with ammo bu I don't think I'll ever barter with it.
Never. You don't know if that ammo you're bartering is gonna be the ammo that kills u. Also when you're bartering with ammo you're telling that person you have enough.
Cool video. I like to vacuum seal everything that I want to keep dry or reduce in size. Reseal with duck tape if need to. Think about eating dry dog food for yourself, a true survival hack. Maybe the dog can carry some or extra of his own food and dog boots for cold or hot ground. Thank you for the video!
I'd throw a harness on the dog and have him carry his own food and a few items of yours that are non critical. When me and my dog hit the wilderness he carries his own gear lol.
When the dog is loaded, he loses his value as a weapon.
@Bum fungus that may be the dumbest thing I've ever read in my life.
If that's the dumbest thing you've ever read, I'd expect you should be reading more.
Cutting the thermals and velcro. Genius. Top level knowledge transfer Thank you