Bug Out Bag Training Challenge-Urban Survival

I challenge all preppers to load up their bug out bags and go for a run or long hike. Don't forget to get it on video and upload it on YouTube.

Bugging out would be a monumental challenge. Whether you were trying to get to a retreat or fleeing from gangs, traveling light at night would be difficult for those who actually train. Those who don't train probably wouldn't be able to carry a full load, while evading or maintaining stealth, not to mention night navigation. If you're serious about preparedness, do yourself a favor and put your b.o.b. (bug out bag) on and go for a run or at least a hike. You'll be glad you did. It'll help you get in shape and further refine what you carry in your bob.

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[Monty72111]

5 laps around a soccer field is 1.25 miles. and looking at your shadow your barely running at the end. you expect people to run for half an hour with their packs. running for 30 can take you over 3 miles. is there a average person who can run 1.5 miles without a pack? these bug out bags are rediculously over weight.

[envirosponsible]

@Monty72111 I don't expect people to do anything. 

[drackar]

I agree with you completely on this. In fact, my "bug out bag" is a day pack that's just big enough for essential tools, a little food, a change of clothes, and a blanket strapped over the top. To my mind, if I need to 'bug out", I'd rather not have two feet of backpack and sixty pounds on my back, getting in the way of mobility....if you can't do a twenty five mile day in a pack, your not packing right, or your not in condition to bug out safely at all.

[envirosponsible]

@drackar Well said.

[Original50]

I'm quoting from a much smarter person than myself, but ultimately the one thing that has the most value in a survival situation and weighs the least is knowledge. BOBs here and BOBs there, what is the absolute LEAST that a BOB could be with the right knowledge? A good knife, a tarp, 30ft of paracord and a fire-steel? One day, somehow, any of us could be caught out and maybe developing the most minimal kit with the best knowledge is a better goal?

[Tacmarksman]

I agree with you, but I'm still going to keep my pack at about thirty pounds. I've found that with that much gear, I can cover all the NEEDS of survival, but then also have some luxury items, and items to build a permanent shelter with.

[mattc1683]

I think your being a pussy, I had 150lbs on my back walking through iraq in 130 degree weather for hours and sometimes days. 40, 60, or 80lbs wont be an issue. your just making an excuse for being an out of shape puss. Maybe you should think about getting yourself into shape so that you can evade someone, Ill tell you know, If I was coming after you you would not make it 10 feet before I killed you. You need to unfuck yourself fast

[swdrgn]

I took my full BOB and hiked 24 miles in 90 degree weather last summer at a state park. Broke in myself and my bag. Was a good learning experience and helped me fine tune my gear and my mind. At a drop of a hat I can grab my bag and walk out the door without looking back or thinking twice about being prepare. Good peace of mind.

[SirThunderPants]

This video has got me rethinking my bag. You make a very valid point. My bag is heavy, and my physical condition will need to be improved. There will be one more foolish pack runner out there starting this weekend. Thanks.

[andddrewsays]

i am now subbing because you did this, i do stuff relevant to this and i respect and understand the commitment it takes to go out and do this. good job

[TruckerWarren]

@waysgoose um, it's actually "Revelation" not revelations, and there is every possibility of something happening that requires a BUG OUT, and it has happened. Natural disasters are a perfect example. To each their own, but why knock someone for being prepared?

[samb985]

I was in the military for 5 years and I completely agree with your video. When i was in we marched around 20 kilometers with about 95 pounds of gear. I would just like to say that being trained in survival is the best tool anyone has in preparing to "bug out". You can have all the gear in the world in your bag but it wont mean anything without the proper knowledge. I agree with the video and for all the read the comment and are preparing a "bug out bag". Read and do research to suit your needs.

[drackar]

@borderraven While it's good that you're capable of moving that way...evenly distributed body mass is not the same as one large and out of proportion mass on your back. Your body weight, while high, is distributed around your entire body, from your feet to your head. Further, you move it every time you move...and you've built up the muscle mass to move that volume of weight around. Most people who carry large bags do not take them every where they go, every step, like you do.

[digmatology]

You are very correct. You will have to evade because there will be 200 million some odd people that never did any preparations or training running around with sticks and guns trying to steal from people like you and me that did prepare. If you really want to put your bug out bag to the test then actually bug out with it one weekend. Leave Friday night after work walking as fast and as far as you can by Sunday after noon. This will truly put your bag to the test exposing possible problems Gluck

[borderraven]

Being obese at 380 pounds, I once walked 1-1/2 miles uphill, gaining 120 feet in elevation, stopping frequently. Reaching the hill top, I continued 2-miles to a restaurant, then after lunch, I finished a 7-mile walk, taking 7-hours. So, what I did was equal to a man weighing 150 pounds, wearing a 230 pound load. You can factor your weight in there, add 230 pounds, and test yourself.