Levels Of Kit: The Fighting Load

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  • Опубликовано: 4 июн 2023
  • The second video in a three part series, providing information in regards to the Orion Training Group Small Unit Sustainment and Small Unit Maneuver classes. In conjunction with other videos on this channel and the OTG channel; videos serve as a primer for folks taking the class, as well as general information to all.
    This is the next level of kit, up from Items On The Body. The fighting load carries those items which take life and save life, anything else is superfluous to this level of kit and a common mistake is people forcing themselves to carry sustainment items and lots of "just in case" items.

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  • @BearAndTheOutlaw
    @BearAndTheOutlaw Год назад +70

    This is fun to see all these comments. Seeing all of your respond greatly to the teachings. When I filmed this with Blake, I was eager to get to work producing this video. Please grab your friends pass this info on in your circles. We can all come together.

  • @JustaRandomDude1791
    @JustaRandomDude1791 Год назад +75

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      @d540vamartin9 Год назад +3

      Algorithm and the war effort

    • @modernhereticnw
      @modernhereticnw Год назад +2

      +1. This was a random video in the feed. Now it’s a subscription and I’m looking forward to binge watching to catch up.

  • @KephaOfAZ
    @KephaOfAZ Год назад +64

    Gotta say this channel has re inspired me to keep my kit close on our off grid homestead. Complacency is a killer.

  • @mattfleming86
    @mattfleming86 Год назад +34

    Your perspective, based on your past, is VERY valuable to the civilian sector. So many in the civilian community build their kit based on past military experience, or the advice of others- and that worldview was "available resupply, available support"
    That is a distinct and usually overlooked difference.
    Thank you, sir.

  • @MinnoFight
    @MinnoFight Год назад +6

    6500 views on day 1 with only 7k subscribers tells you what you need to know about the content here. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us

  • @notagunchannel
    @notagunchannel Год назад +10

    Need more people like you making videos. Seems like most tubers are just selling their sponsors to us

    • @Blakewater0326
      @Blakewater0326  Год назад +3

      That's part and parcel when you get sponsors. I currently have none, so it's not something I need to concern myself with, yet.

  • @boundly1968
    @boundly1968 Год назад +19

    This channel is underrated, thank you for putting these out, I hope you grow to make more money, but I also hope you continue to be small so the content never changes. Thanks again for what you do

    • @Blakewater0326
      @Blakewater0326  Год назад +3

      I'm not a fan of doing reviews, and though it will be necessary I also hope to not become a gun review channel.

    • @seanduncan33
      @seanduncan33 Год назад

      @@Blakewater0326just put out solid teaching videos. Most of what us civilians would be doing if we really needed our kit is basically what you did. We won’t have any resupply or support of any kind. Small unit tactics and kit considerations for small unit movements without support

  • @CombatBuckee
    @CombatBuckee Год назад +15

    This series of videos is going to be so huge for your channel. We all can’t thank you enough for coming out with this kind of updated content

  • @richmcmanus528
    @richmcmanus528 11 месяцев назад +2

    Thank you for talking about hydration. So many people don't even comment on hydration. As an ex infantryman myself, I know how important it is to have water on your person.

  • @shramj
    @shramj Год назад +2

    Keep the great content coming, excellent job!

  • @HotelBravo556
    @HotelBravo556 Год назад +2

    I can’t remember the last time I was this stoked to watch a video. Thanks for putting this longer form content out there! Keep it coming 🤙🏻

  • @smokecheck556
    @smokecheck556 Год назад +2

    So glad to see your doing more on RUclips! I love your stuff on IG but I’m happy to see the long form content with more in detail explanation! Keep up the good work brother!

  • @desmondblack5339
    @desmondblack5339 Год назад +1

    Keep em coming, these videos are like gold for the minutemen types.

  • @robertalford1321
    @robertalford1321 Год назад +1

    The content on this channel is great, and thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.

  • @MrShabong
    @MrShabong Год назад +2

    This series is such a great resource. Thank you for the instructions!

  • @Tacticaldynamicsforce
    @Tacticaldynamicsforce Год назад +2

    Great video. Keep em coming!!!

  • @lofidrone6374
    @lofidrone6374 Год назад +4

    Keep doing the Lord’s work.

  • @clockwork421
    @clockwork421 Год назад +2

    Just found your channel and playlist. Saved. Thanks for sharing the info love it.

  • @NathanG454
    @NathanG454 Год назад +2

    I can’t believe I’ve never seen this Chanel. Great material

  • @RAWEKAM
    @RAWEKAM Год назад +1

    Fkn invaluable amount of information as always, Fkn huge thanks.

  • @HHenry-tt1of
    @HHenry-tt1of Год назад +3

    Thanks so much for doing these videos, I've done pistol and carbine courses, low light, vehicle courses but feel like classes like this are probably the next step in my progression and even better, it gets me out in the woods

  • @protectpersevere2030
    @protectpersevere2030 Год назад +2

    Right on man, keep up the great info!

  • @1azyb0t
    @1azyb0t Год назад

    Thanks for taking the time to pass on Knowledge. I wish RUclips & this channel was around when I was a young Mustang in The Corps. Semper Fi.

  • @VaticusChadicus
    @VaticusChadicus 27 дней назад

    This guy looks exactly what I would think a recon guy would look like. Straight out of a movie. Thanks for the great info the TAPS rig is coming back nowadays in a big way.

  • @freddyt86
    @freddyt86 Год назад +1

    These videos are tremendously helpful. We be passing it on to others leaders within my unit. Lots of new guys with little experience and even those of us who’ve been around can learn much from your deep well of knowledge.

  • @netherhobbit
    @netherhobbit Год назад +2

    Nice to see you post more.

  • @youwebz
    @youwebz Год назад +2

    Well spoken and prepared.
    Hi from Australia

  • @Truminashadepressure
    @Truminashadepressure Год назад +4

    Just subscribed. I am not military in any way, but I do want to learn to better protect those I care about.
    I appreciate this man, thank you for making your content available to us regular joes.

  • @Midwestgunmen
    @Midwestgunmen Год назад +2

    I love this channel.

  • @scotttucker5331
    @scotttucker5331 Год назад +2

    Enjoyed the video ! Always thinking about how to be ready

  • @DadBodShaman
    @DadBodShaman Год назад +2

    My mans knew the MARCH-PAWS. Staying up to date on his TCCC knowledge. Gotta get in on a class soon

  • @paul7754
    @paul7754 Год назад +1

    Makin' holes and pluggin' holes ! Just subscribed Blake - great direct content.💪

  • @JR-ld1et
    @JR-ld1et 3 месяца назад

    Awesome video man !!!
    Keep them coming brother

  • @TEXASREDD76
    @TEXASREDD76 Год назад +2

    Awesome source of information

  • @nicko4071
    @nicko4071 Год назад +2

    Top quality. Love it

  • @nickthestick8963
    @nickthestick8963 Год назад +2

    Great video man

  • @Jacob-oq3uv
    @Jacob-oq3uv 5 месяцев назад +1

    Solid info all around. I appreciate solid, and straight to the point information.
    I have owned a few rigs personally (haley strategic, spiritus etc). But recently I turned in my old, FLC for a new TAPS. It does have flaws, but it serves its purpose and I believe for the price and customizability it cannot be beat. Venture Surplus has some solid videos on it.
    Then I got introduced to a split rig. And man I fell in love. Easy on/off, nothing directly in the front of you and my personal split rig can be swapped between 556 and 308/6.5 mags. It holds loads so much better than the TAPS or any other system I've owned. My current setup has me with 2-3 quarts of water, 10-16 556 mags(8 easy access, 2 in a Spiritus SPUD, 2-4 in GP pouch), 2 frags, 2 TQ's, full IFAK (In a roll 1 dangler on my left side), radio and 2 large GP pouches that I'm still testing out for how I want them organized. VS my taps that hold 6-8 556 mags max of 2 quarts of water, 2 frags and 1 medium GP pouch and a radio while not supporting the weight very well. I used a custom made dangler mod for my ifak.
    This is of course, my opinion and I have not used the TAPS or my split rig in any combat situation. Only FTX's so far.

  • @muddyram
    @muddyram Год назад +3

    Pretty stoked RUclips recommended something useful. Awesome channel. Semper Fi brother

  • @jefflemaster2850
    @jefflemaster2850 Год назад +2

    Just subscribed- thanks for posting this content

  • @davidthegrizzlyross1992
    @davidthegrizzlyross1992 Год назад +2

    Love your stuff

  • @samb985
    @samb985 Год назад +2

    Subscribed for the beard stayed for the knowledge. Awesome content.

  • @fanman8102
    @fanman8102 Год назад +1

    Excellent, thanks!

  • @bigoz7
    @bigoz7 9 месяцев назад

    Great video very informative and thanks for sharing!!!

  • @oathtaker2768
    @oathtaker2768 Год назад +2

    Great channel

  • @robertomaganajr1838
    @robertomaganajr1838 Год назад +2

    1,000% begin training in open environments. Patrolling, movement to contact, actions left & right, peeling, etc.
    THEN sign up for CQB type of classes.

  • @johndecker9983
    @johndecker9983 Год назад +3

    Great info 👍. My kit is similar to yours. BUT, I'm just a little smaller than you. Mags are located differently when you're built like an eighth grader.

  • @alexbarnes3912
    @alexbarnes3912 Год назад +2

    Good info brother

  • @Toastification
    @Toastification Год назад +2

    Subscribed! Well done sir.

  • @legacydentco
    @legacydentco Год назад +2

    Killer intro! 🤜🤛😎🇺🇸🫡

  • @wildcatcomms
    @wildcatcomms Месяц назад

    Good video, thanks. As the comms guy I have radios, drones, some batteries, antennas, etc. I'm usually rocking a Camelback 2-day pack w the padded waist strap because as you note, that stuff all needs some pouches and you don't want it to get crushed!

  • @masonbrooks8002
    @masonbrooks8002 Год назад +2

    So I’m completely new to this channel. This is my first video and let me just say that was an awesome intro…

  • @nust8235
    @nust8235 Год назад +3

    You’re videos are awesome your channel will make it big

    • @zexnynex777
      @zexnynex777 Год назад +2

      I thought it was a joke at 1st because Blake was in my auto play n all the conments were about how they werent gay but Blake was making them gay. But then i actually watched the video. This will be in the top 10 guntuber channels within a year. Blake n Chrisky are the freshman all stars like The Source magazine.

  • @nipsy_lafett
    @nipsy_lafett Год назад +1

    I appreciate the way you engage the audience. I miss good leaders like that. Keep that shit up 💯❤️👍🏼💩

  • @walter992
    @walter992 11 месяцев назад

    Great chest rig build out video.

  • @robertdowns8182
    @robertdowns8182 Год назад +2

    BZ!!! Keep em coming!!

  • @fragnshrapnels
    @fragnshrapnels Год назад +1

    Build like a bear. I like the video format/style.

  • @anthonyrivera5922
    @anthonyrivera5922 Год назад +2

    Just deleted my Instagram. These videos are perfect for the sniper section. Thank you

  • @MarquiseGlascoe-fu1lh
    @MarquiseGlascoe-fu1lh Год назад +2

    Great content

  • @justanothergunnerd8128
    @justanothergunnerd8128 Год назад

    Sooo much to learn here - thank you

  • @Op4Grunt0311
    @Op4Grunt0311 Год назад +2

    Nice loadout

  • @skydivingcomrade1648
    @skydivingcomrade1648 Год назад +1

    Don't stop this good stuff

  • @terranovacapitalrealtyinc430
    @terranovacapitalrealtyinc430 Год назад

    Team you are greatly appreciated sir.

  • @crawleyhilloutdoorstn
    @crawleyhilloutdoorstn Год назад +1

    I find myself re watching this over and over. I do believe the Force Recon got me

  • @11JohnTi
    @11JohnTi Год назад +2

    Thumbs up for the intro

  • @JESSEDART187
    @JESSEDART187 Год назад +2

    Thank you

  • @RobbieVanGone
    @RobbieVanGone Год назад +2

    Nice loadout.

  • @danielalexander1217
    @danielalexander1217 Год назад +2

    Thanks man good stuff

  • @whatevenisamedic
    @whatevenisamedic Год назад +2

    Like this content, thanks!

  • @dickfleissner8257
    @dickfleissner8257 9 месяцев назад

    Well done, thanks.

  • @waltchamberlain5165
    @waltchamberlain5165 11 месяцев назад

    Awesome video

  • @navyman8903
    @navyman8903 Год назад +2

    Good stuff.

  • @imlashn7677
    @imlashn7677 Год назад +2

    Awesome content keep making more

  • @darrinlenton
    @darrinlenton Месяц назад

    Thank you 🙏

  • @jeffersoncolledge9903
    @jeffersoncolledge9903 Год назад +4

    Your kit content is unmatched! For the aglo gods 🤘

  • @epiggroup
    @epiggroup 11 месяцев назад

    Nice Video! Thanks for the Infos.

  • @djr113
    @djr113 8 месяцев назад

    appreciate the knowledge

  • @zexnynex777
    @zexnynex777 Год назад +4

    Wanted to stay more low key so i got a hiking backpack instead of a tac backpack. With that said i can attest that the Osprey Archon 70 works perfectly with a Thing 2.

  • @andrewabbott9481
    @andrewabbott9481 Год назад +1

    Looks like florida landscape. Training in florida, if it is, is quite unique and awesome in my opinion. First time watching your video, nice job! 💪🇺🇲

    • @Blakewater0326
      @Blakewater0326  Год назад +2

      Bit further north, though the geology and flora does look strikingly similar from the Carolinas down to Florida.

    • @andrewabbott9481
      @andrewabbott9481 Год назад +1

      Awesome, i try to train and learn as much as i can. Enjoying your videos very much. Thank you.

  • @galfridusarturus6403
    @galfridusarturus6403 Год назад +3

    If Talon Sei were a yoked operator. Hahaha!

  • @davidbrunner4413
    @davidbrunner4413 Год назад +1

    Yo, no fucking shot you actually use Emby Blades! That guy was my old PltSgt when I hit the fleet! Man it's great to see his dream and company actually took off and he's doing well for himself.

  • @Lonewolfoperator
    @Lonewolfoperator 5 месяцев назад +1

    Just found your channel definitely hit the sub button

  • @snake-hp1wk
    @snake-hp1wk Год назад +2

    Thx keep it up

  • @1991aj2
    @1991aj2 Год назад +3

    Between ya'll and dirty civilian just damn.

  • @savage_the_wild
    @savage_the_wild Год назад +1

    That Tiger stripe tho 🤌

  • @twosevenactual
    @twosevenactual 11 месяцев назад

    I would love to know the breakdown, what brand rig, what attachments, how you did it up etc.

  • @ethanbarnes3973
    @ethanbarnes3973 Год назад +2

    Algorithmic stimulation 🎉

  • @TEXASBLADE2006
    @TEXASBLADE2006 Год назад +3

    Great content brother.
    What brand is your “Nut-Ruck’?

  • @althill7407
    @althill7407 Год назад +1

    Then this guy shows up outta nowhere and starts posting some good fucking food

  • @ricardoguzman7593
    @ricardoguzman7593 7 дней назад

    Great info, makes sense. K.I.S.S. Thank you. 🤙🏼🇺🇸

  • @loyaljones8814
    @loyaljones8814 Год назад

    Curious about the pattern of your bdu,looks like vietnam tiger stripe but then it doesn't. And what brand of bdu,thanks.

  • @markmackin2746
    @markmackin2746 10 месяцев назад

    Thanks brother, good vid! It's good to get perspectives from people who have different experiences. Where did you get that Tigar Stripe Boonie hat? IT looks like a nice one, and I need to replace mine.

  • @Xzone256
    @Xzone256 5 месяцев назад

    I just wanted to mention something I don't see a lot of tactical guys talk about when mentioning fighting knives/tactical knives. I've noticed many don't have a crossguard or carry one with a crossguard. But if you genuinely plan on using it in combat, I would highly suggest getting one with a crossguard. From police reports/officers I've spoke with, to historical accounts (i.e. the invention of the Bowie knife story), and of course just looking at modern testing videos from a myriad of sources (there's plenty on youtube, and otherwise) - all suggest a crossguard to be necessary on a fighting knife. The reason a crossguard is necessary is to mitigate a percentage of the risk the user takes when thrusting the blade. The chances of that blade catching or sticking on something hard (bone, cartlidge, whatever) are high, and the chance the force you applied to that thrust continuing after the blade has stopped (leading to your hand moving from the handle, onto the blade) are even higher. Having a crossguard in place mitigates these chances (though the chance is still not zero) significantly when talking melee use. Again - look at police reports the party doing the stabbing often ends up cutting their own hand and dropping the knife; the development of the Bowie knife and why it has a cross guard; or any of the testing videos online relating to crossguard vs non crossguarded blades during thrust test. Thanks.

    • @Blakewater0326
      @Blakewater0326  5 месяцев назад +1

      There is much to blade design in mitigating the risk of cutting yourself, yes. And a guard on the knife certainly helps, though it isn't the only factor, and training cannot be understated either. There are also plenty of examples of people stabbing someone with a simple kitchen knife without cutting themselves as a counter point. You aren't mistaken, I'm just looking at both sides of the argument.

    • @Xzone256
      @Xzone256 5 месяцев назад

      @@Blakewater0326 Thank you for taking time to comment, and respond in depth. It is appreciated. It outlines your perspective on the subject more clearly and I can understand your point of view a bit better.
      And a couple things I could add to the non cross guard perspective is: there are numerous incidents where self injury occured even with a crossguard present. AND if you plan on using the knife as a tool frequently/for utility a crossguard can just get in the way or impede the knifes ability to do its job.
      Ironically enough the Tall Tale relating to the Bowie knife is Jim's brother got into a brawl (Ive also heard it as "he was skinning a rabbit and his fingers slipped!) with a kitchen or butchers blade and Rezin Bowie said it'd have been perfect had it been made with a crossguard. Now the validity and how true that story is, should likely be taken with several grains of salt.
      But still. Thank you for taking time to reply and share your thoughts. It is warmly reciprocated.

  • @eugenjigane7219
    @eugenjigane7219 Год назад +1

    You have 4 type of camo is that to blend better with environment or just because you like it

  • @richbattaglia5350
    @richbattaglia5350 Год назад +1

    Yo, you should be given the nickname Santa.

  • @formam1022
    @formam1022 Год назад +1

    This is the same rule I've been building for, I don't know how I'm gonna attach water to mine (condor 7 pocket chest) I might just get a 2 quart canteen and use a sling bag to carry it

  • @timgirenko7747
    @timgirenko7747 Год назад +2

    💯

  • @redbeardnj
    @redbeardnj Год назад

    Never thought I'd see my exact twin . Theres many Redbeards out there , but dang its like im looking at a mirror ! Haha

  • @davidb9323
    @davidb9323 Год назад +1

    You age so well for a 20
    Year Viking Marine

  • @PRACTICALCIVILIAN
    @PRACTICALCIVILIAN Год назад +2

    @Blakewater, REALLY GOOD CONTENT! 👍🏼🔥👍🏼🔥👍🏼🔥
    I am curious where you get your gloves? I had a pair of those same gloves, but they wore out and I cannot find them anywhere. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

    • @Blakewater0326
      @Blakewater0326  Год назад +1

      PIG gloves are carried by a lot of vendors online. Just internet search and you'll get many results, though SKD Tactical is the seemingly "official" home for PIG equipment.

    • @PRACTICALCIVILIAN
      @PRACTICALCIVILIAN Год назад

      @@Blakewater0326, Thank you, sir!

  • @journeyman7189
    @journeyman7189 Год назад +1

    Good information. I like the simple idea of equipment to take life and save life. 2 questions - you mentioned you prefer the chest rig over a belt rig, Reasons? And what Garmin GPS were you running there?
    Nate

    • @Blakewater0326
      @Blakewater0326  Год назад +1

      Chest rigs work with rucks better and sit high enough that nothing is riding on my hip flexors as I ascend hills. The Garmin is a 601.

    • @journeyman7189
      @journeyman7189 Год назад +1

      @@Blakewater0326
      Thanks