it looks like a Draco or a 5.11
LOL,
JT couldn't take his eyes off SJ's "junk!"
Y'all know that SJ got some serious junk,
and JT's reaction was like, instant bromance.
I swear he wanted your neck knife.
Bwahahahaha
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Joe Teti's bug out bag
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it looks like a Draco or a 5.11
Bwahahahaha
the weight of the bolt cutters makes no sense there are a bunch of lighter weight things that will do the same things. Since I have had both hips replaced, bad knees and back I have to be really weight conscience with my bag. I am still trying to get it under 25lbs. i really need ot have someone with special ops military experience help me go through my bag and get it lighter. The people at the tru prep marietta store are very nice and knowledgeable for those starting out. I have used a bunch of stuff in my bag already in just regular life situations. All my family thought I was crazy till I was able to use stuff I had prepped to help them out of situations.
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I got a set of folding bolt cutters that are priceless in my kit.....doesn't ride in my pack but does ride in the tool box of my truck. Perfect for getting into places or out of them if your in the confines of the city.
ya know it wont matter how much stuff i have, i will never be prepared for everything.
i guess i will roll the dice if disaster hits.
i guess i will roll the dice if disaster hits.
Jastriker:
Gear = lbs
Lbs + Miles = Pain
Pain = lose of focus
Lose of focus = dead man walking.
A rule of thumb I use is everything in your kit needs to serve at least more than one purpose. Obviously some things only have one purpose but they need to be minimal.
I can tell you getting a BOB to 25# is hard to do unless you have a lot of experience in the bush. (IE knowledge doesn't take up weight in the pack). Is it doable? Sure but your going to miss some of those "comforts". I have slept under a space blanket in 30* weather and I can promise you.....its not something I want to do again. Secondly I've also eaten my fair share of critters.....and you would be amazed how much you miss salt after humping through the bush for days burning calories faster than you can replace them.
Look into a civilian pack like osprey, Gregory, or rei. Focus on a strong and wide padded hip belt this transfers the weight to a more manageable location.
Next is how far do you plan to have to walk? If its under 10 miles then a 25# pack is fine but remember a liter of water weighs over 3 lbs alone.
Finally is try a practice hike. Get dropped off at work and walk the long way home avoiding potential hazards (IE bridges, tunnels, choke points, etc) because in a true BO situation you may find these prime places for an ambush.
Gear = lbs
Lbs + Miles = Pain
Pain = lose of focus
Lose of focus = dead man walking.
A rule of thumb I use is everything in your kit needs to serve at least more than one purpose. Obviously some things only have one purpose but they need to be minimal.
I can tell you getting a BOB to 25# is hard to do unless you have a lot of experience in the bush. (IE knowledge doesn't take up weight in the pack). Is it doable? Sure but your going to miss some of those "comforts". I have slept under a space blanket in 30* weather and I can promise you.....its not something I want to do again. Secondly I've also eaten my fair share of critters.....and you would be amazed how much you miss salt after humping through the bush for days burning calories faster than you can replace them.
Look into a civilian pack like osprey, Gregory, or rei. Focus on a strong and wide padded hip belt this transfers the weight to a more manageable location.
Next is how far do you plan to have to walk? If its under 10 miles then a 25# pack is fine but remember a liter of water weighs over 3 lbs alone.
Finally is try a practice hike. Get dropped off at work and walk the long way home avoiding potential hazards (IE bridges, tunnels, choke points, etc) because in a true BO situation you may find these prime places for an ambush.
Its a "female dog" man to make the walk especially when we are so accustomed to jumping in the car/truck and rolling home at 50+ mph. When you can average 2-4 mph walking.
I get so mad at missinbonuscivis when she doesn't keep her boots in her car......I can't imagine the walk in heels from her work home.
Failure to plan is planning to fail
Nice to see ya back Inbonuscivis, lots of insight as always!
There is a huge difference in a military survival kit vs a more common Get Home Bag. 25lbs can be done, but if you should determine what you are trying to do with your gear. If you are trying to walk 30 miles and then live in the woods for 4 months, you face a different set of challenges compared to just having to sleep in your car for the night because you can't make it home due to a "minor" snow storm.
Identify what you feel the most likely scenario you might face is and then you can focus your gear around that.
What brand are they? Or perhaps post a link? I'm thinking about getting some as well.
