Emergency SHTF Bug out Bag (B.O.B.) Part 3 of 3

[Conversus]

one of the best videos on the issue - and I watched a bunch! Keep it up, regards from Berlin.

[TheBonifiedRedneck]

Sunglasses would be a good idea considering your up north. If SHTF in the winter you don't want to suffer from snow blindness should there be snow on the ground. And as for the gloves brand gloves are good but won't last long should you find yourself in the wilderness. What I have in my B.O.B are the Oakley "Pilot Gloves". They are super durable and they have carbon fiber knuckles. Which would add another level of self defense. You can find them on eBay for about 30$. I've had mine for 2 years

[uncoolkid2]

Mechanx gloves and for raido try countycomm my dad has thier pocket radio workes great for him went he's in san fran for work

[Fadsmashers]

And a lighter... people get too obsessed with the bushcraft thing forgetting that its the year 2011 and 1 lighter can light hundreds of fires if not a thousand!!!

[Fadsmashers]

Powerfilm solar charger (military grade) Brunton 10-30x 21 monocular. Tablet computer with Gigs of survival info, apps, built in GPS, 3G, camera included etc.. (viewsonic viewpad 7), a small Silky saw (real saw), a Petzl headlamp (get one with USB CORE tm. rechargeable battery, more tools, and more tools, rechargable 36 waterproof walkie talkies, Kahtoola microspikes traction for boots, Swiss Champ knife, a MEC tarp, ditch cheap ponchos for real rain gear, Woolie boolie socks, I could go on...

[Fadsmashers]

You need a bigger bag.

[unrulyierulli1]

just a couple ideas: mechanix gloves, eton puts out some radios that have a crank and a solar cell to charge it and some can be used to charge cellphones and other stuff, definately reccomend a purpose tarp either a regular tarp or painter's tarp or for really small and light, sil-nylon tarp, a good wool or fleece hat, a polar fleece pullover is warm and inconspicuous. Like I said just some ideas. I like your setup and reasoning for what you're packing. Take care.

[mrfireclaw]

eton radio

[mrfireclaw]

eton 

[agun17]

solio solar charger and a butane lighter.

[MaybeNotTv]

Now you have to repack all that stuff. Don't forget a hat.

[MaybeNotTv]

Now you have to repack all that stuff.

[ILLct]

A bear bag if you're going deep into the woods. This is more camping talk, but maybe there is some unknown alternate use for it. Also maybe an extra empty nalgene bottle for less frequent water refills. The shot blocks are surprisingly good, and vacuum sealed tuna with Ramen was the greatest thing on earth last time I went on a multi-day hike. It was so good I continued eating it for dinner for like a week after I got home. Don't underestimate dry socks.

[Mrbullydog66]

Hi,

One thing I have is a collins SAS pocket survival guide book. Tells you all about the types of plants, hunting tips etc. It's small, and light too.

[rowdybeaver33]

Nice series man. Well thought out and you have some really nice gear. Is that a Wasatch or Miwok pack? Oh, and fuck the train. get on your bike or scooter and carry a gun. Just my a opinion for what it's worth.

[craper1776]

it called C. Crane CC SWPocket AM/FM Shortwave Pocket Radio SWP



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@craper1776

Great thanks! Just watched 2 vids on that radio and it seems perfect! Small, up to 70 hours of bat life and has a headphone jack, great reception, fantastic recommendation, thanks again.

[formatC2]

@BackBurnerNews what about the Sony ICF S10MK2 ? it doens't have the SW...but cheaper!

[craper1776]

Ccrane radio pocket :small raido

[felixdov]

A lot of stuff you have got together there.

Perhaps a dry run into the country, now it is spring to check it out is not a bad idea?

I think a woolly hat is a must- woolly socks too.

Silk shirts are fantastic, if you can get one reasonable priced, I think you call them thrift shops or ebay of course.

I got a cashmere sweater in a yard sale and it is light, warm and a great friend. A roll of plastic/tarpaulin. Sleeping bag. Rope. Soap. Boots.

Newspaper is great insulation my # 1 tip

Gortex anorak.

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@felixdov

Thanks a ton man! Good to see ya still around. Hope all is well with ya.

[felixdov]

@BackBurnerNews

Yup, not too bad over here. *Very* pleased that you are back, I hope all is good with you and I will be interested to see where you go this time around...

[slipcurve]

I live in Finland and I've been camping lot's of times, also in the winter time. Most of the stuff you have I've never even seen, let alone used.

I'm not saying they are useless, but I think you should think more in lines of :

-clothes(warm if needed), socks, underwear

-sleeping bag

-food

-good knife (you have that) All the rest is nice to have, but in my opinion secondary. Then again, you mentioned about being in an urban environment, which might change the deal for you.

[BackBurnerNews]

@slipcurve

Thanks for the good advice. Yeah I was going to use 2 of those small orange bivvys as a crap replacement for a sleeping bag. Would love a good sleeping bag but wanted to keep the pack small. If I needed to sleep in the woods I would prob build a natural shelter and insulate it well to keep warm. I need to go on practice camp outs soon to implement the knowledge I have been reading about.

I deff need to get socks/underwear. And I'll add some more food besides the er-bar.

Thanks

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@TheAgrippa9

Yeah I watched one and made one out of a fosters can but figured it would be harder to transport.

:)

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@TheAgrippa9

Very good ideas!!!

Thanks!

Yeah the wood stove was literally the most expensive thing in the pack and I debated it for a while but finally went for it. If you search "hexagon wood stove" on google you'll see a lot of competing prices. I would recommended ebay and not amazon.com because for some reason on amazon it's 20 bux more.

[TheHolySpirit]

Windup or solar battery charger and rechargable batteries.

MRE (Meals ready to eat) ration packs - Freeze dried or wet meals. You can even get self-heating packs. Useful to get yourself sorted without having to think about hunting - first couple of days.

Moral boosters like coffee, tea, powdered milk, sweets etc..

Baby wipes.

Don't forget your Toothbrush!

Blister plasters - you might be walking lots.

[flashlight67]

What about a spirit stove, what do you cook and something for washing...just came to mind.

[uncertaintyprinciple]

Missing: gas mask (and perhaps a compact plastic ABC overall/poncho).

[barnacles]

Enjoyed these vids, thanks! Regarding a radio, i recommend a scanner - i have an Icom IC-RX7 in my BOB, it's great; simple to use, good reception and it should pick up everything that's not encrypted. Also, if you haven't got some, get some steri-strips.

[Winst0nOBoogie]

Some small solar charger for USB, and other adapters for electronic devices cameras, phones, gadgets...

[CaptainTripsz]

Dont forget some extra toilet paper, some bribery smokes/whiskey and two long screw drivers (phlips & flat) which could double as weapons. Maybe a hammer with a hatchet on the back end but that might be a little heavy.

[BackBurnerNews]

@CaptainTripsz

thanks!

[suzettespencer]

Those old fashion Walkmans. Inconspicuous, common, cheap. Have some fresh batteries. Mechanix brand gloves. Brunton monoculars a la Jack Bauer. Recharge pack for your IPhone. Also consider a vest for some of the gear.

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@suzettespencer

Great thanks will do!

[jackkoo1234]

it all depends how far your location you need to go is-- if you had to foot it and sleep somewhere in the woods you will need some type of mosquito net to keep from getting bitten-- i did not see toilet paper---some kind of head gear

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@jackkoo1234

Thanks good ideas!