Another reason that wool was used as a military uniform and parts of military kit for so long, is that wool will not catch fire like cotton. If an ember hits it, it will usually smother out. Of course, fire will destroy it. But it won't catch up and burn. Sorry if that's confusing at all.
I always think it's funny when someone says they'll head for the hills. I know some rough n tumble folks in the hills, and they don't know you're coming, you'll just be a walking/driving resupply for their own operation. Better off hunkering down. No one is going to trust an "outsider". For more...
And this is why I have a couple chest rigs, Camelbaks, and good pants/shoes/clothing. So be it that some of it is TACTICOOL. Don't hate me cause I wear nylon! :)
It does in a way. You're finding the enemy and engaging, you're fixing him in place with a fire team, you're sending a flanking unit to root them out, then finishing them with flanking fire and more movement. If they've made the mistake of defending a fixed position, you have the advantage if...
Have them watch the film from the Hurricane Katrina debacle...tell them to think of how they'd fare in such a situation at their current level of preparedness. If that doesn't affect a person, then there's nothing to see here, move along. You're going to have a tough time convincing someone to...
It has two draw string pouches on the left and right sides. They are designed to carry Nalgene water bottles, 1 liter size. The Camelbak's have the water bladder reservoirs in a built in pocket.
The Maxpedition Pygmy Falcon II has served well as a "Get Home Bag" stowed in my trunk for the past couple years. I was able to keep water, food, fire, and shelter items in the bag ready to go at all times. There is plenty of room for all the basics and I was able to keep the weight down to...