Great loadout the only thing i would add is a tiny bottle of superglue or a patch because if that reservoar fails when you need it the most its going to be really bad.. Last year i had my camelbak fail halfway on a hike it was really annoying but i managed to fix it with a bit of patching type of tape meant for inflatable toys. I planned on that part so the patch saved the day!
super helpful, I am a 5 foot 65 kg woman and its important for me to put together a get home bag that won't break m back on a long journey, its nice to see what a pack looks like for someone that has really put effort into minimizing weight and bringing just the essentials
Great video! That hydration pack(HP) is the tactical variant of the Camelbak Ambush (HP). It’s a great (HP) that I have used in the military for years. I added four 1” male/female Bartact PALS/MOLLE dual snap bar field repair side release buckles to the top and bottom side loops and attach the (HP) to my Camelbak HAWG (tactical). I leave the larger pack which has my admin stuff, civilian clothes, lunch, etc.., in my locker and quickly detach the (HP) for work outside. My (HP) is loaded out very similarly to yours when I’m hiking, with some exceptions. I clipped a pair of fire resistant Mechanix Tempest gloves to the outside. I keep a .475 oz pen pump of Repel insect repellent from Walmart. I also keep a packable hooded rain jacket underneath the flap. Finally, I keep a small pack of biodegradable wipes for taking care of business in the woods. I only have one complaint; I wish that Camelbak had put two or three rows of MOLLE to the left of the flap for something like a tourniquet or small fixed blade knife.
Sound load out and I agree with needing the MOLLE at the flap. To carry a little more and not go the FILBE assault pack route I use this: ruclips.net/video/5RJPNMMLFgU/видео.html
Just came across this by accident, and I'm glad. Good video. Nicely thought out. The lightweight aspect is perfect. I'm an old vet/retired LEO running and kayaking the Florida swamps and rivers. This set-up will do the job. Thanks. Subbed.
Man if it's 13lb lbs, you couldn't spare some extra weight and space for a half roll of tp or paper towels? Using the same rag to wipe with that you're gonna filter your water with is disgusting. It aint bear grylls "cool". Just unsanitary.
I suppose I was a bit confusing there. I prefer the Sawyer water filter for water purification. Once the bandana is used for cleaning, it get's the Dawn treatment and is then dedicated solely for that use for the duration of the trip.
Howdy brother! Great choices in gear...Love the Military surplus option in most of my big three choices and beyond. High and tight is hard to beat when your on the move, (nothing worse than getting beat up by flopping equipment) and it looks like you've solved that problem with this system...gotta say i'm impressed! Of course staying physically fit is a key component in this philosophy...well done!...atb...woods
Being physically fit really is the key to life in my opinion. I'm finding the older I get, the less I want to carry to the places that I want to go. It's getting harder, but, I ain't going down without a fight!
Instead of using and having to clean a bandana every time you do your business maybe just include a small pack of biodegradable wet wipes? And another protection from poison ivy include some alcohol wipes as well.
🎵 🎶 🎼 really like the intro music selection in your video. 😎👍" 2:14... It would PHENOMINAL, if you made a video, showing a rehearsal of your Ultralight BOB, in action....doing a Get Home run , from Point A to Point B, and demonstrating your items in use. 6:47 ...I've found in my own bug out practices, that I don't require alot of foot powder application...I've toned down my foot powder to 1 Tablespoon per application. I transfer my big bottle of body/foot powder to the the smaller cannisters or small pill ziploc baggies. It gives me 3 applications of body powder to my journey home...alot lighter also. 11:43 ...#36 Twisted Bankline is my preferred cordage...less than half the weight of paracord, It doesn't stretch, like paracord will, Bankline holds knots better than paracord and bankline is rotproof/waterproof, not so much with paracord. Bankline #36 has a breaking strength of 320 lbs and can be doubled up to make into 640 lb or It can be taken apart and made into lighter bankline #12, with 100 lb breaking strength...more than enough for my shelter needs, repairs, or shoelace etc.
I'd add a map and compass, never know when you might end up in an unfamiliar area. And a cell phone only really helps if you have service, where I live I don't typically get service unless I'm in or near a town so I always have a map with me wherever I go
The only other stuff I could think to add would be ranger beads & small grid write in rain notebook, a compass, and a whistle. I'm assuming you would have your edc field/utility knife on your person. Oh, and I always add a cheap disposable compact foldable coverall suit, ultra light microfiber towel and set of compact folding footwear in case you need to strip your wet clothes to dry by a fire. The 3 things can fold down into a baggie similar in size to your mylar package. And you won't be naked and don't have to worry about carrying around a whole set of extra clothes and shoes. If it's still cold out, just wear the mylar on top of everything. You should be able to get 2-3 uses out of the disposable suits before they wear out and the towel and footies are reusable (I just used the cheap folding flats)
Marine, Brother, Awesome pack. Get something like a I-phone holder so you don't block the panel with cord. It will help to charge stuff faster. Also I didn't know if you used your sawyer water filter you half to leave it out to dry or it will get bacteria inside it! Semper Fi Brother!
Great bag! I did something similar in a Cammel back pack. I go more towards shelter and especially bug protect here in New England for the summer. I got allot of ultra light weight gear. And I pack things much smaller so I can fit allot more. I use a small rip stop nylon water proof waist pack for EDC so that hold all my smaller essentials. Phone, slim 10,000 power bank with cords and plug in the unit, full mini medical, fire making stuff, decent ferro rod, Live Fire, Bics, etc... decent small compass and mini field note book, bullet pen, mini sharpie... There is so much you can buy or make smaller for a true 3+ day travel and choose multi purpse items. Like the Dawn dish soap, a little goes a long way. I fill up Visine bottles. Instead of a cup I bring a Hydropack flask. Instead of Gator Aid I bring electrolyte drops and herbal tea if i want flavor. I have the Be Free Water filter and the wider mouth and Silicone bag is much easier to use. The filter easy to clean. I tie a blaze orange bandanna on my pack so hunters get a heads up. I can fit a sil nylon poncho shelter , a proper decent ground sheet and bug net to make a tiny tent, and I pack a Hummingbird Bird Hammock to keep me off the ground when i can and still use the poncho/tarp as a fly and the net.
I would add a yard or so of heavy duty aluminum foil, folded up. You can unfold it and make a cup, bowl, or whatever and heat things over a fire. Boiling water can be a backup for if your filter fails, you can make your tea, and you can heat up your MRE. I think I'd pack a freeze dried backpacker meal over the MRE, however, just to save weight. The only downside is that you couldn't eat it without making a fire and rehydrating it - so if speed is your priority, stick with foods that don't have to be cooked. You might also add some bank line to have more lightweight cordage, and some dental floss wrapped around your chapstick - nothing like having something stuck in your teeth you can't get with your knife. And I would definitely use TP or wysiwipes or even just moistened towelettes/baby wipes over that bandana. It will get funky fast, and having to stop to wash it well will slow you down. And then you lose your water pre-filter. I'd also ditch the gold bond powder in favor of some single use packets of chafing ointment. The ones I have are by salty britches and they take up way less room. A pair of extra socks is a really good idea. The ones you're wearing will get pretty soaked with sweat and whatever else you've stepped in. Having a clean pair gives you the ability to wash the other pair and change them out, sleep in a clean dry pair, and keep your feet healthy and make better time. Keep them in a ziplock baggie to keep them dry. And also keep extra batteries for that headlamp, assuming it takes batteries. (or just store them outside the headlamp until needed.) I'd also recommend upgrading from the water collection bag that came with the sawyer filter to a CNOC bag. You can get one with the same threads that fit the sawyer, and it has a much wider opening, which is easier to fill at a water source.
Should definitely have some stormproof matches. And maybe some emergency cash but thats up ro you. Definitely wanna have a mosquito headnet if you live in a buggy area. Should definitely have some wet wipes, a small toothbrush, and a travel sized tube of toothpaste.
I would add one of those mini rechargeable bag resealers. That way you can easily use a bit of the Gatorade and reseal it, a bit of the 3xAnti-B cream and reseal it, mend tears in the mylar or use it to make different configurations if needed. Lots of uses for small piece of equipment that hold a charge forever. Can also mend plastic surfaces together if torn.
In South Africa the situation is totally different. I your car brake down you will probably get shot. So it is better to hide near the vehicle. The latest scenario i that they put spikes on the highway and when you stop a car comez up and rob or shoot you. It is scary.!!
Wow that’s really close to the mine. I have a Camelback MULE with most of the same stuff. I went with TP 👍 bandanna is tired on the outside. If I’m not hurt I can cover 26 miles in under four hours. The main reason I went with the water setup is I live in the middle of the Sonoran desert and, without water your not making it much longer than three days anyway. No need for water purification….. there’s no water for miles and miles 👍😄
Exactly my thinking. While I have several other packs and load outs, this is my preferred for summertime use here in NC. A VERY close second is my Eagle Industries Beavertail Assault Pack: ruclips.net/video/5RJPNMMLFgU/видео.html It's harder to run with that on, but, I do run it in shorter stretches.
Very different take from what I’m used to seeing for sure, but It’s still super functional and practical being that small. My bag is smaller than most by comparison, but I like the comforts of my woobie and hammock. I also prefer to have some metal container to boil water and cook food, as well as means to make a makeshift fishing pole in case im stuck out longer than what my bag supplies. I also have a couple power banks but am looking to upgrade to a solar one. In the end we all have different needs, but don’t overthink your pack.
When I need to go more of that route, I prefer to carry my beavertail assault pack. It's not ideal for running, but, late spring and early fall I can carry more of what I need: ruclips.net/video/5RJPNMMLFgU/видео.html
@@robertsbushcraft funny story I actually was given the same pack you had in the video and I’ve turned it into an overnight camping bag. I can fit more than I thought in it
For me and my situation, it's pretty much the same bag for the summer season. Bugging out, get home, this works either way for me. The idea is to move from your current location to a secure location. The secure location can be your home (get home bag) or your bug out location (bug out bag).
What is the point of being prepared? Can you guarantee it will not be winter time when something happens? NO YOU CAN'T ! .... Therefore in order to be prepared. ( Properly ). Your bag must be prepared for year round weather conditions. If you're just going to hope for the best. Why build a bag at all?
What's the point of being prepared? To increase my odds of making it through the current situation. I can guarantee that this is not the setup that I run for the winter, this is summer use only. I am not a "one bag does it all" guy. Spring and summer bags vastly differ from fall and winter, the cooler the weather the more gear, and the warmer weather equals less winter gear. The setup seen in the video is for summer use only. Here in NC our summer heat begins in late April and can easily last well into September and October.
I would recommend a fresh pair of socks and under wear, and keep a pair of comfy shoes next to it. Caffeine pills would be a good Idea as well, and some super glue for cuts, scrapes, blisters, and patch work.
I love the idea of this pack. I picked one up and loaded it with some similar gear and my same bladder but I find when I put in a poncho the bag is so compressed there isn’t much room for water. How do you pack it so the bladder can expand? Thanks!
I run it with a minimal amount of water. Water is so abundant around me I can afford to carry less. Another trick is to fill the bladder to your liking, turn it upside down, and bleed the air out of it by biting the valve on the hose. This takes the air out and allows the bladder to lay just a bit flatter than it does with air in it.
Like your kit , it makes good sense . Question : do you only have the lock blade ? I wanted to build something similar , starting with a hydration pack . That didn't work out , so I went with a small lightweight backpack . If I could find a hydration pack I could afford , I have a do over . Think a Mora would be a good back-up . My bandana is the most obnoxious tie-dye Walmart had .😜 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
On my person, yes. Putting a fixed blade (KABAR BK-16 or BK-11 neck knife) wouldn't be an issue at all. Take a look at the Beavertail assault pack, there is more room ruclips.net/video/5RJPNMMLFgU/видео.html
You need to be carrying tp in your bag. Do you really think washing your bandana with dish detergent and then using the same bandana for filtering water, improvised bandages, etc. is a good idea? Lol that should be a last resort before resorting to natural materials.
I suppose I was a bit confusing there. I prefer the Sawyer water filter for water purification. Once the bandana is used for cleaning, it get's the Dawn treatment and is then dedicated solely for that use for the duration of the trip.
I don't think I like that bandana dual purpose wipe the a, and pre-filter the water idea. I guess no one will ask you for your water, maybe that's the lesson. ruclips.net/video/b21MQqHthPs/видео.html
I suppose I was a bit confusing there. I prefer the Sawyer water filter for water purification. Once the bandana is used for cleaning, it get's the Dawn treatment and is then dedicated solely for that use for the duration of the trip.
I hear about properly maintaining water filter , but I never see how . I'm new and very intimidated of the filters and how long to keep after use . And are they good forever if never opened and used ? I hear they mold , that scares me too
The Sawyer filters are really easy to use and maintain. We'll use these for a weekend outing, backflush them when we get home, set them so that they dry during the week, and we're ready for the next adventure. We've never had any trouble with mold. Once I back flush the filter I'll stand it up on the dish drying rack (vertical like a drink bottle). Once or twice a day I will use the plunger to push air through the filter to force any remaining water out of the filter. You'd be surprised how much you'll get out of it after a day or two or drying! Give it a go, I think you'll be surprised at how easy these are to maintain. We'll be using them more and more at our cabin. Check out our cabin build if you'd like: ruclips.net/video/4xSfak35yvk/видео.html
Hi mate, I like this kit and bag very much, it's a pitty you couldn't fit a small cooking pot of some sort, to be able to make a hot drink would be a valuable moral booster, other than that whithin the limits of a lightweight system I think you've got it covered, many thanks for the video, stay safe guys, best wishe's to you and your's, Stuart UK.
If I can find one that fits just right I'll probably add one. I've looked around Walmart, local thrift stores, and so one and just haven't found the right one just yet.
@@1010outdoorsnc Hi, MRE means , meal ready to eat, so you have the option of eating it cold from the packet, or heating it up if you have the means and the time, obviously hot would be preferable, or if on the run then eaten cold whith a spoon , and the packet closed up put in your pocket and eaten on the go so to speak, it's a convenient way to carry a quick meal, but obviously a lot heavier than dehydrated meals, but they require hot water,so each type has its pros and cons, I hope this was of help to you, ATB, Stuart Uk.
Lots of great gear in a tiny package. Great day pack for short hikes. Hike out somewhere, heat up some lunch and head home. Just about everything covered. Great video!
I like your kit. Mine is far too heavy. Question: is that a Grand Trunk hammock under your solar power bank at the beginning of the video? Is it part of your GHB/BOB or is it an addition for that particular day? Cheers!
I love these peanuts! I left a couple of comments here and realized that I commented on the wrong video about the peanuts. I eat two brands mostly, LANCE and Hampton Farms.
Been watching kits. Learning lots for months now. And this is mostly the most realistic load. Side arm is often way overlooked. But the most important safety tech
@Roberts Bushcraft unfortunately I live in Canada. I'm not even allowed to have a knife for the purpose of self defense without risking a possession of deadly weapon charge. If the knife is for utility ect its legal. Self defense in Canada. You have basically have too bleed equaly before you can retaliate...... keep making awesome informative vids! We all need any extra tips we can get
You may not be going home.....throw in bunches of ramen noodles....and instant oatmeal........yup .....very lightweight and is food..... how much is needed if a couple of days stretches out to 3 weeks??
I've got mine around 25lb but that's more of a refugee / living bag. My sleeping system consists of a hammock/built in bug net , tarp, zero degree sleeping bag and liner for more warmth. It keeps me off the ground, dry and away from ticks and other bugs. A titanium canteen set, leatherman multitool and small main knife. Small folding solar panel (biolite 10 or 20) and small battery (10,000mah) cell phone,extra 1 t shirt 1 boxers 1 socks.. 1 bar of soap, 1 tube of polysporin, needles and thread, ferro rod and 2 lighters, micro fishing set mainly line and hooks. Titan paracord for my shoe laces and necklace, belt. I carry a couple garbage bags (clear) and for food.. Some trail mix and a pack of freeze dried food, couple granola bars and maybe a life straw.. That can get me through for a few weeks, or indefinitely if I can restock periodically at small stores and want to travel light and live on the road. If I'm traveling and living out of it, I add some light swim trunks so I can get changed into a clean pair and wash my dirty jeans, shirt, socks and boxers in the river. It stays between 24 and 30 lbs at its heaviest.
dont see any harm in using military surplus if it suites your needs. Love the thought with the pillow, I think I'd just use the dry bag with air in it and carry a slightly bigger bandana and some elastic bands that can wrap over it so you don't sweat on it. Then again, that might actually weight more. Really tidy setup dude, well thought out.
That's one of the weak points in this kit, boiling water is the best (imho) way purify it. The Sawyer filter has been a fantastic piece of kit for me over the years and I've never gotten sick drinking from it.
@@robertsbushcraft The sawyer is vulnerable to freezing 🥶 when filled with water, which breaks the capillaries. Boiling has the advantage of off gasing chemicals that have a high flashpoint, and the disadvantage of needing fuel ⛽.
I love your bag. I’m a 60 yr old female that has created a longer term bag that is too heavy and I’m trying to downsize it. I also want to create a get home bag similar to what you have. Thanks for the video. It was very helpful.
You are very welcome, Nicole! The older I get, the less weight I want to carry. That said, what I do carry needs to be practical and functional. All the best to you!
I would trade out your Dawn Dish detergent for Dr. Bronners Castile Soap 18 in 1 use. I use it for cleaning my dishes to shampoo. IMHO is would be a better option.
Finally someone who knows what a get home bag actually is. Most important thing to me is speed and getting to my fam asap. I dont need cooking and sleeping gear cuz im not stopping till im home
Do you still have that Air Force 3-day type day pack? And have you guys done a review on it yet, or have I missed it? Great videos guys! Keep them coming!! Semper Fi
If carry a piece of rock alum in each pocket of pants sure your hide I will keep you from shaffing. Dad worked at general motors as core setter and used it everyday.
Great video guys! Very informative and practicle. My only difference is i have a Springfield Armorry XDS-45, very similar. Thanks again and keep em coming! God bless, S
Testing that charger, you may already know this but those mini panels can't be obstructed, not sure if comes with a bracket or would a phone belt clip work, unsure how that device is designed but you can find van life video on big solar panels and even the smallest amount of shade or obstruction can wipe everything coming in, if the array is in series it's like old Xmas tree lights if one is out ruins the whole string, some are clustered in parallel and have little arrays, so just take out a few. Criss cross lanyards across middle from both ways cant be good. I like the idea of them but I've heard people taking 4 days to get a full charge back and wonder if this is why, good luck testing
Great loadout the only thing i would add is a tiny bottle of superglue or a patch because if that reservoar fails when you need it the most its going to be really bad.. Last year i had my camelbak fail halfway on a hike it was really annoying but i managed to fix it with a bit of patching type of tape meant for inflatable toys. I planned on that part so the patch saved the day!
That's a fantastic suggestion, Frank! I'll be adding that today and thanks for that tip!
I lost my Camel bag during a 20 mile+ forced ruck march. Due to a leak. Since then, I always keep a canteen or nalgene bottle.
super helpful, I am a 5 foot 65 kg woman and its important for me to put together a get home bag that won't break m back on a long journey, its nice to see what a pack looks like for someone that has really put effort into minimizing weight and bringing just the essentials
Glad it was helpful, Margatatials!
Great video! That hydration pack(HP) is the tactical variant of the Camelbak Ambush (HP). It’s a great (HP) that I have used in the military for years. I added four 1” male/female Bartact PALS/MOLLE dual snap bar field repair side release buckles to the top and bottom side loops and attach the (HP) to my Camelbak HAWG (tactical). I leave the larger pack which has my admin stuff, civilian clothes, lunch, etc.., in my locker and quickly detach the (HP) for work outside. My (HP) is loaded out very similarly to yours when I’m hiking, with some exceptions. I clipped a pair of fire resistant Mechanix Tempest gloves to the outside. I keep a .475 oz pen pump of Repel insect repellent from Walmart. I also keep a packable hooded rain jacket underneath the flap. Finally, I keep a small pack of biodegradable wipes for taking care of business in the woods. I only have one complaint; I wish that Camelbak had put two or three rows of MOLLE to the left of the flap for something like a tourniquet or small fixed blade knife.
Sound load out and I agree with needing the MOLLE at the flap. To carry a little more and not go the FILBE assault pack route I use this: ruclips.net/video/5RJPNMMLFgU/видео.html
Just came across this by accident, and I'm glad. Good video. Nicely thought out. The lightweight aspect is perfect. I'm an old vet/retired LEO running and kayaking the Florida swamps and rivers. This set-up will do the job.
Thanks. Subbed.
Right on and thank you for your service, Grey Scout!
Man if it's 13lb lbs, you couldn't spare some extra weight and space for a half roll of tp or paper towels? Using the same rag to wipe with that you're gonna filter your water with is disgusting. It aint bear grylls "cool". Just unsanitary.
I suppose I was a bit confusing there. I prefer the Sawyer water filter for water purification. Once the bandana is used for cleaning, it get's the Dawn treatment and is then dedicated solely for that use for the duration of the trip.
If you need toilet paper to survive in the nature dont go to the nature
Excellent video! Always appreciate the insight of other folks. Always learn something new here! Semper Fi!
Semper Fi, Tim!
Howdy brother!
Great choices in gear...Love the Military surplus option in most of my big three choices and beyond.
High and tight is hard to beat when your on the move, (nothing worse than getting beat up by flopping equipment) and it looks like you've solved that problem with this system...gotta say i'm impressed!
Of course staying physically fit is a key component in this philosophy...well done!...atb...woods
Being physically fit really is the key to life in my opinion. I'm finding the older I get, the less I want to carry to the places that I want to go. It's getting harder, but, I ain't going down without a fight!
@@robertsbushcraft Amen to that!
Instead of using and having to clean a bandana every time you do your business maybe just include a small pack of biodegradable wet wipes? And another protection from poison ivy include some alcohol wipes as well.
🎵 🎶 🎼 really like the intro music selection in your video. 😎👍"
2:14... It would PHENOMINAL, if you made a video, showing a rehearsal of your
Ultralight BOB, in action....doing a Get Home run , from Point A to Point B,
and demonstrating your items in use.
6:47 ...I've found in my own bug out practices, that I don't require alot of foot powder application...I've toned down my foot powder to 1 Tablespoon per application. I transfer my big bottle of body/foot powder to the the smaller cannisters or small pill ziploc baggies. It gives me 3 applications of body powder to my journey home...alot lighter also.
11:43 ...#36 Twisted Bankline is my preferred cordage...less than half the weight of paracord,
It doesn't stretch, like paracord will,
Bankline holds knots better than paracord and
bankline is rotproof/waterproof, not so much with paracord.
Bankline #36 has a breaking strength of 320 lbs and
can be doubled up to make into 640 lb or It can be taken apart and
made into lighter bankline #12, with 100 lb breaking strength...more than enough for my shelter needs, repairs, or shoelace etc.
As the warmer months approach, I may just do a video on it!
I'd add a map and compass, never know when you might end up in an unfamiliar area.
And a cell phone only really helps if you have service, where I live I don't typically get service unless I'm in or near a town so I always have a map with me wherever I go
Good advice, Marcus!
Yeea I won't be reaching for credentials right next to my piece. That's a hard pass, if not horrible advice
The only other stuff I could think to add would be ranger beads & small grid write in rain notebook, a compass, and a whistle. I'm assuming you would have your edc field/utility knife on your person. Oh, and I always add a cheap disposable compact foldable coverall suit, ultra light microfiber towel and set of compact folding footwear in case you need to strip your wet clothes to dry by a fire. The 3 things can fold down into a baggie similar in size to your mylar package. And you won't be naked and don't have to worry about carrying around a whole set of extra clothes and shoes. If it's still cold out, just wear the mylar on top of everything. You should be able to get 2-3 uses out of the disposable suits before they wear out and the towel and footies are reusable (I just used the cheap folding flats)
The suit and foldable footwear sound neat. Do have a specific brand?
Knife and more at 26:39
Thank you so much ! Very practical system specially for crossing those rivers and very light weight.
You are welcome, Yuris!
Marine, Brother, Awesome pack. Get something like a I-phone holder so you don't block the panel with cord. It will help to charge stuff faster. Also I didn't know if you used your sawyer water filter you half to leave it out to dry or it will get bacteria inside it! Semper Fi Brother!
I love my bladder carrier. I hang mine up at camp and use it with a water spout since it has a valve.
I'm a big fan of mine too!
Great advice. No extra BS. I’m like you with the pillow. I have to have some kind of a sleeping pad.
Great bag! I did something similar in a Cammel back pack. I go more towards shelter and especially bug protect here in New England for the summer. I got allot of ultra light weight gear. And I pack things much smaller so I can fit allot more. I use a small rip stop nylon water proof waist pack for EDC so that hold all my smaller essentials. Phone, slim 10,000 power bank with cords and plug in the unit, full mini medical, fire making stuff, decent ferro rod, Live Fire, Bics, etc... decent small compass and mini field note book, bullet pen, mini sharpie... There is so much you can buy or make smaller for a true 3+ day travel and choose multi purpse items. Like the Dawn dish soap, a little goes a long way. I fill up Visine bottles. Instead of a cup I bring a Hydropack flask. Instead of Gator Aid I bring electrolyte drops and herbal tea if i want flavor. I have the Be Free Water filter and the wider mouth and Silicone bag is much easier to use. The filter easy to clean. I tie a blaze orange bandanna on my pack so hunters get a heads up.
I can fit a sil nylon poncho shelter , a proper decent ground sheet and bug net to make a tiny tent, and I pack a Hummingbird Bird Hammock to keep me off the ground when i can and still use the poncho/tarp as a fly and the net.
I would add a yard or so of heavy duty aluminum foil, folded up. You can unfold it and make a cup, bowl, or whatever and heat things over a fire. Boiling water can be a backup for if your filter fails, you can make your tea, and you can heat up your MRE. I think I'd pack a freeze dried backpacker meal over the MRE, however, just to save weight. The only downside is that you couldn't eat it without making a fire and rehydrating it - so if speed is your priority, stick with foods that don't have to be cooked. You might also add some bank line to have more lightweight cordage, and some dental floss wrapped around your chapstick - nothing like having something stuck in your teeth you can't get with your knife. And I would definitely use TP or wysiwipes or even just moistened towelettes/baby wipes over that bandana. It will get funky fast, and having to stop to wash it well will slow you down. And then you lose your water pre-filter. I'd also ditch the gold bond powder in favor of some single use packets of chafing ointment. The ones I have are by salty britches and they take up way less room. A pair of extra socks is a really good idea. The ones you're wearing will get pretty soaked with sweat and whatever else you've stepped in. Having a clean pair gives you the ability to wash the other pair and change them out, sleep in a clean dry pair, and keep your feet healthy and make better time. Keep them in a ziplock baggie to keep them dry. And also keep extra batteries for that headlamp, assuming it takes batteries. (or just store them outside the headlamp until needed.) I'd also recommend upgrading from the water collection bag that came with the sawyer filter to a CNOC bag. You can get one with the same threads that fit the sawyer, and it has a much wider opening, which is easier to fill at a water source.
Should definitely have some stormproof matches. And maybe some emergency cash but thats up ro you. Definitely wanna have a mosquito headnet if you live in a buggy area. Should definitely have some wet wipes, a small toothbrush, and a travel sized tube of toothpaste.
I would add one of those mini rechargeable bag resealers. That way you can easily use a bit of the Gatorade and reseal it, a bit of the 3xAnti-B cream and reseal it, mend tears in the mylar or use it to make different configurations if needed. Lots of uses for small piece of equipment that hold a charge forever. Can also mend plastic surfaces together if torn.
Great idea, LaineyBug2020!
In South Africa the situation is totally different. I your car brake down you will probably get shot. So it is better to hide near the vehicle. The latest scenario i that they put spikes on the highway and when you stop a car comez up and rob or shoot you. It is scary.!!
Wow that’s really close to the mine. I have a Camelback MULE with most of the same stuff. I went with TP 👍 bandanna is tired on the outside. If I’m not hurt I can cover 26 miles in under four hours. The main reason I went with the water setup is I live in the middle of the Sonoran desert and, without water your not making it much longer than three days anyway. No need for water purification….. there’s no water for miles and miles 👍😄
That's moving on !
Im considering a lighter loadout as well. If you have kids, a faster travel time with lighter loads ,might be better for survival/emergency scenarios.
Exactly my thinking. While I have several other packs and load outs, this is my preferred for summertime use here in NC. A VERY close second is my Eagle Industries Beavertail Assault Pack: ruclips.net/video/5RJPNMMLFgU/видео.html It's harder to run with that on, but, I do run it in shorter stretches.
That solar power bank thing was good idea. It takes forever to charge one them things. I got a foldable solar panel that 6x6 solar panel
Solar definitely has our attention now. We're working on an off-grid cabin build and solar is going to be the way we'll power it.
Bravo, first Bushcraft channel I have watched that mentioned ticks and the danger of them.
A summer sleep system without a bug net is a torture chamber. No compass is not wise.
Very different take from what I’m used to seeing for sure, but It’s still super functional and practical being that small. My bag is smaller than most by comparison, but I like the comforts of my woobie and hammock. I also prefer to have some metal container to boil water and cook food, as well as means to make a makeshift fishing pole in case im stuck out longer than what my bag supplies. I also have a couple power banks but am looking to upgrade to a solar one. In the end we all have different needs, but don’t overthink your pack.
When I need to go more of that route, I prefer to carry my beavertail assault pack. It's not ideal for running, but, late spring and early fall I can carry more of what I need: ruclips.net/video/5RJPNMMLFgU/видео.html
@@robertsbushcraft funny story I actually was given the same pack you had in the video and I’ve turned it into an overnight camping bag. I can fit more than I thought in it
This is a bug out bag for what type of scenario? More of a get home bag
For me and my situation, it's pretty much the same bag for the summer season. Bugging out, get home, this works either way for me. The idea is to move from your current location to a secure location. The secure location can be your home (get home bag) or your bug out location (bug out bag).
@@robertsbushcraft yeah you can’t pull opsec alone!
What is the point of being prepared? Can you guarantee it will not be winter time when something happens? NO YOU CAN'T ! .... Therefore in order to be prepared. ( Properly ). Your bag must be prepared for year round weather conditions. If you're just going to hope for the best. Why build a bag at all?
What's the point of being prepared? To increase my odds of making it through the current situation. I can guarantee that this is not the setup that I run for the winter, this is summer use only. I am not a "one bag does it all" guy. Spring and summer bags vastly differ from fall and winter, the cooler the weather the more gear, and the warmer weather equals less winter gear. The setup seen in the video is for summer use only. Here in NC our summer heat begins in late April and can easily last well into September and October.
this is a set for a woman or a transformer
A SOL survive outdoors longer makes a strong quiet inexpensive double sized Mylar sheet that can make a great tarp.
I think I'll grab one of those at some point.
I would recommend a fresh pair of socks and under wear, and keep a pair of comfy shoes next to it. Caffeine pills would be a good Idea as well, and some super glue for cuts, scrapes, blisters, and patch work.
Fantastic suggestions, vox!
I love the idea of this pack. I picked one up and loaded
it with some similar gear and my same bladder but I find when I put in a poncho the bag is so compressed there isn’t much room for water. How do you pack it so the bladder can expand? Thanks!
I run it with a minimal amount of water. Water is so abundant around me I can afford to carry less. Another trick is to fill the bladder to your liking, turn it upside down, and bleed the air out of it by biting the valve on the hose. This takes the air out and allows the bladder to lay just a bit flatter than it does with air in it.
Like your kit , it makes good sense . Question : do you only have the lock blade ?
I wanted to build something similar , starting with a hydration pack . That didn't work out , so I went with a small lightweight backpack . If I could find a hydration pack I could afford , I have a do over . Think a Mora would be a good back-up . My bandana is the most obnoxious tie-dye Walmart had .😜
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On my person, yes. Putting a fixed blade (KABAR BK-16 or BK-11 neck knife) wouldn't be an issue at all. Take a look at the Beavertail assault pack, there is more room ruclips.net/video/5RJPNMMLFgU/видео.html
You need to be carrying tp in your bag. Do you really think washing your bandana with dish detergent and then using the same bandana for filtering water, improvised bandages, etc. is a good idea? Lol that should be a last resort before resorting to natural materials.
I suppose I was a bit confusing there. I prefer the Sawyer water filter for water purification. Once the bandana is used for cleaning, it get's the Dawn treatment and is then dedicated solely for that use for the duration of the trip.
I've been looking for an for a load out for my Camelbak Ambush. I keep a poncho and 55 Gal drum liners in mine as well.
Hopefully I've given a few ideas in the video
I don't think I like that bandana dual purpose wipe the a, and pre-filter the water idea. I guess no one will ask you for your water, maybe that's the lesson. ruclips.net/video/b21MQqHthPs/видео.html
I suppose I was a bit confusing there. I prefer the Sawyer water filter for water purification. Once the bandana is used for cleaning, it get's the Dawn treatment and is then dedicated solely for that use for the duration of the trip.
Thank you.nice vídeo.very useful.good photography!!! From Mexico.
Thank you and thanks for watching, german sestopal!
Get home and bug out bags are different. Good vid and bag tho. The more you know, the less you carry
Peel back the layers of one and you'll find the other!
I hear about properly maintaining water filter , but I never see how . I'm new and very intimidated of the filters and how long to keep after use . And are they good forever if never opened and used ? I hear they mold , that scares me too
The Sawyer filters are really easy to use and maintain. We'll use these for a weekend outing, backflush them when we get home, set them so that they dry during the week, and we're ready for the next adventure. We've never had any trouble with mold. Once I back flush the filter I'll stand it up on the dish drying rack (vertical like a drink bottle). Once or twice a day I will use the plunger to push air through the filter to force any remaining water out of the filter. You'd be surprised how much you'll get out of it after a day or two or drying! Give it a go, I think you'll be surprised at how easy these are to maintain. We'll be using them more and more at our cabin. Check out our cabin build if you'd like: ruclips.net/video/4xSfak35yvk/видео.html
Pink bandana? Ok. Great vid. oohRah. Bravo zulu 🪖
It's easy to see :) OOH-RAH
I keep similar at work with two shelter items. If needed I could bed down for the night but I'd have to be dressed for the weather for it to work.
Being dressed properly is a big key in this!
That's a lot of stuff😉
Hi mate, I like this kit and bag very much, it's a pitty you couldn't fit a small cooking pot of some sort, to be able to make a hot drink would be a valuable moral booster, other than that whithin the limits of a lightweight system I think you've got it covered, many thanks for the video, stay safe guys, best wishe's to you and your's, Stuart UK.
If I can find one that fits just right I'll probably add one. I've looked around Walmart, local thrift stores, and so one and just haven't found the right one just yet.
Sierra Cup There are two sizes , the larger would be better for cooking (my opinion) .
Does that MRE not require hot water? How would you eat the MRE?
@@1010outdoorsnc Hi, MRE means , meal ready to eat, so you have the option of eating it cold from the packet, or heating it up if you have the means and the time, obviously hot would be preferable, or if on the run then eaten cold whith a spoon , and the packet closed up put in your pocket and eaten on the go so to speak, it's a convenient way to carry a quick meal, but obviously a lot heavier than dehydrated meals, but they require hot water,so each type has its pros and cons, I hope this was of help to you, ATB, Stuart Uk.
Ur gonna stop and make a hot drink when ur family is waiting for u in a shtf situation?
Lots of great gear in a tiny package. Great day pack for short hikes. Hike out somewhere, heat up some lunch and head home. Just about everything covered. Great video!
Hey thanks, Ralph! High speed and low drag on this one!
I like your kit. Mine is far too heavy.
Question: is that a Grand Trunk hammock under your solar power bank at the beginning of the video? Is it part of your GHB/BOB or is it an addition for that particular day?
Cheers!
Grand Trunk it is! That was for this particular outing. That said, that hammock is lightweight enough to add to this kit.
@@robertsbushcraft Thanks for your prompt reply. 👍
I may be in love with that KBar spork...
It's a neat little tool!
Thanks for showing LANCE peanuts. I've been selling those for almost 40 years.
I love these peanuts! I left a couple of comments here and realized that I commented on the wrong video about the peanuts. I eat two brands mostly, LANCE and Hampton Farms.
You're welcome!
Been watching kits. Learning lots for months now. And this is mostly the most realistic load. Side arm is often way overlooked. But the most important safety tech
Hey thanks, Cody! I agree, sidearms are often overlooked and frowned upon. I'm not that guy.
@Roberts Bushcraft unfortunately I live in Canada. I'm not even allowed to have a knife for the purpose of self defense without risking a possession of deadly weapon charge. If the knife is for utility ect its legal. Self defense in Canada. You have basically have too bleed equaly before you can retaliate...... keep making awesome informative vids! We all need any extra tips we can get
You may not be going home.....throw in bunches of ramen noodles....and instant oatmeal........yup .....very lightweight and is food..... how much is needed if a couple of days stretches out to 3 weeks??
I've got mine around 25lb but that's more of a refugee / living bag. My sleeping system consists of a hammock/built in bug net , tarp, zero degree sleeping bag and liner for more warmth. It keeps me off the ground, dry and away from ticks and other bugs.
A titanium canteen set, leatherman multitool and small main knife. Small folding solar panel (biolite 10 or 20) and small battery (10,000mah) cell phone,extra 1 t shirt 1 boxers 1 socks.. 1 bar of soap, 1 tube of polysporin, needles and thread, ferro rod and 2 lighters, micro fishing set mainly line and hooks. Titan paracord for my shoe laces and necklace, belt. I carry a couple garbage bags (clear) and for food.. Some trail mix and a pack of freeze dried food, couple granola bars and maybe a life straw..
That can get me through for a few weeks, or indefinitely if I can restock periodically at small stores and want to travel light and live on the road.
If I'm traveling and living out of it, I add some light swim trunks so I can get changed into a clean pair and wash my dirty jeans, shirt, socks and boxers in the river.
It stays between 24 and 30 lbs at its heaviest.
Solid load out! What pack are you carrying that in?
@@robertsbushcraft I use a frameless military surplus Alice pack.
@@fustercluck2460 right on!
dont see any harm in using military surplus if it suites your needs. Love the thought with the pillow, I think I'd just use the dry bag with air in it and carry a slightly bigger bandana and some elastic bands that can wrap over it so you don't sweat on it. Then again, that might actually weight more. Really tidy setup dude, well thought out.
If you've got a smart phone, you can be tracked. Leave that ball and chain behind.
Missing a way to boil water. Consider a Boundless Voyage 1000ml Titanium lunch box.
That's one of the weak points in this kit, boiling water is the best (imho) way purify it. The Sawyer filter has been a fantastic piece of kit for me over the years and I've never gotten sick drinking from it.
@@robertsbushcraft The sawyer is vulnerable to freezing 🥶 when filled with water, which breaks the capillaries. Boiling has the advantage of off gasing chemicals that have a high flashpoint, and the disadvantage of needing fuel ⛽.
I love your bag. I’m a 60 yr old female that has created a longer term bag that is too heavy and I’m trying to downsize it. I also want to create a get home bag similar to what you have. Thanks for the video. It was very helpful.
You are very welcome, Nicole! The older I get, the less weight I want to carry. That said, what I do carry needs to be practical and functional. All the best to you!
I would trade out your Dawn Dish detergent for Dr. Bronners Castile Soap 18 in 1 use. I use it for cleaning my dishes to shampoo. IMHO is would be a better option.
How well does it work on removing urishiol oil?
Good job and spot on!
Hey I appreciate that, Carry on!
Look up the Hill People Gear Runner’s Kit Bag! Might be a solid option for balancing load & carrying.
I just watched a few videos (not a single person ran with it) and I think that's better suited for running across the road and not down the road.
My INCH bag is almost this light. Good vid man 💪🏼
That's awesome, Aaron!
Finally someone who knows what a get home bag actually is. Most important thing to me is speed and getting to my fam asap. I dont need cooking and sleeping gear cuz im not stopping till im home
Thanks, Sean! That really is the idea in this summer kit!
Do you still have that Air Force 3-day type day pack? And have you guys done a review on it yet, or have I missed it?
Great videos guys! Keep them coming!!
Semper Fi
I do still have that and I'm working on getting that video together. Semper Fi!
If carry a piece of rock alum in each pocket of pants sure your hide I will keep you from shaffing. Dad worked at general motors as core setter and used it everyday.
Rock alum?
Very very good information in your video all your gear has a purpose and you have what you need!
Thank you, surferbum65! I really tried to cut down to bare necessities in this kit.
Awesome pack and gear! Thanks. It has all you need!
Hey thanks, Annie!
Excellent load out! Very neat. Do you have cordage?
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Great video guys! Very informative and practicle. My only difference is i have a Springfield Armorry XDS-45, very similar. Thanks again and keep em coming! God bless, S
Thanks, Shannon! How's that FILBE treating you?
@@robertsbushcraft doing good Sir! We just moved closer to my city(Wilmington) and looking forward to using it again here. Stay safe!
Very nice, guys. 👍
Thanks, freedom dove!
Testing that charger, you may already know this but those mini panels can't be obstructed, not sure if comes with a bracket or would a phone belt clip work, unsure how that device is designed but you can find van life video on big solar panels and even the smallest amount of shade or obstruction can wipe everything coming in, if the array is in series it's like old Xmas tree lights if one is out ruins the whole string, some are clustered in parallel and have little arrays, so just take out a few. Criss cross lanyards across middle from both ways cant be good. I like the idea of them but I've heard people taking 4 days to get a full charge back and wonder if this is why, good luck testing