Guys,
In lieu of the events in Japan & the reality that I myself live roughly 100 miles from the New Madrid Fault, I decided to try my hand at bundling a "bug out/SHTF" pack. There are literally thousands of options when it comes to outfitting such a piece of kit and all aren't necesarily right or wrong. They can vary based on time of year, geographic location, etc. Anyhow, I put together this kit & I'd be interested in getting your opinions as far as equipment included, what I got right/what I missed, etc. Here's the link to the kit:
**EDIT: I'VE DECIDED TO ADD THE COMPLETE LIST OF WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE KIT. SORRY FOR THE LONG LIST**
--ONE: Condor Outdoor Compact Assault pack in Coyote Brown;
--ONE: Adventure Medical Kits SOL3 Survival Kit (this kit packs a TON of gear, click it to get the rundown);
--TWO: Plastic rain ponchos;
--TWO: Leather work gloves;
--THREE: Glow Sticks;
--ONE: 5 in 1 Shovel multi tool (shovel, pick, axe, saw, compass);
--ONE: Aquamira Water Filter;
--ONE: Metal Canteen/Cooking Cup;
--ONE: 3 liter hydration bladder;
--ONE: Nylon Paracord, 50ft.;
--ONE: 11 in 1 Multi Tool (fork, spoon, knife, can opener, corkscrew, bottle opener, 2 flathead screwdriver heads, serrated knife w/sewing needle hole, and hex wrench head);
Here is what is included in the SOL3 Kit:
Contents:
Bandage Materials
4 Bandage, Adhesive, Fabric, 1" x 3"
2 Bandage, Adhesive, Fabric, Knuckle
4 Bandage, Butterfly Closure
1 Bandage, Conforming Gauze, 2"
2 Dressing, Gauze, Non-Sterile, 4" x 4"
2 Dressing, Gauze, Sterile, 2" x 2", Pkg./2
2 Dressing, Gauze, Sterile, 3" x 3", Pkg./2
2 Dressing, Non-Adherent, Sterile, 3" x 4"
Bleeding
1 Gloves, Nitrile (Pair), Hand Wipe
Blister / Burn
11 Moleskin, Pre-Cut & Shaped (11 pieces)
Duct Tape
1 Duct Tape, 2" x 50"
Gear Repair
3 Cable Ties, 4"
3 Cable Ties, 8"
Instrument
1 EMT Shears, 4"
5 Safety Pins
Medication
2 After Bite Wipe
2 Antihistamine (Diphenhydramine 25 mg)
4 Ibuprofen (200 mg), Pkg./2
Survival Tools
2 Aluminum Foil, Heavy Duty, 3 Sq. Ft.
1 Compass, Button, Liquid Filled
1 Headlamp, 2 watt LED w/ headband
1 Heatsheet Survival Blanket
1 Magnesium Fire Starter, 4.5 mm, w/ Striker
1 Mini Rescue Flash Signal Mirror
1 Mini Rescue Howler Whistle
4 Nylon Cord, #18, Braided, (10 ft. 100lb test)
1 Tinder Quick
Wound Care
3 After Cuts & Scrapes Antiseptic Wipe
1 Povidone Iodine, 3/4 oz
1 Tape, 1/2" x 10 Yards
1 Tincture of Benzoin Topical Adhesive, Vial
2 Triple Antibiotic Ointment, Single Use
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2482760&#Post2482760
I'm thinking about doing a second kit as well but reducing the contents & running it at $99.00. Is there anything in that kit that you think I should 100% definitely include? The cost of the pack & contents makes getting the $99.00 price somewhat of a challenge but I want to make sure the setup provides the absoute essentials within that budget.
Thanks for your help & advice. I've done a lot of research in putting together the pack & gear combo but I think I'm missing something here...
Ceylon
deltaoutdoorsman.com
In lieu of the events in Japan & the reality that I myself live roughly 100 miles from the New Madrid Fault, I decided to try my hand at bundling a "bug out/SHTF" pack. There are literally thousands of options when it comes to outfitting such a piece of kit and all aren't necesarily right or wrong. They can vary based on time of year, geographic location, etc. Anyhow, I put together this kit & I'd be interested in getting your opinions as far as equipment included, what I got right/what I missed, etc. Here's the link to the kit:
**EDIT: I'VE DECIDED TO ADD THE COMPLETE LIST OF WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE KIT. SORRY FOR THE LONG LIST**
--ONE: Condor Outdoor Compact Assault pack in Coyote Brown;
--ONE: Adventure Medical Kits SOL3 Survival Kit (this kit packs a TON of gear, click it to get the rundown);
--TWO: Plastic rain ponchos;
--TWO: Leather work gloves;
--THREE: Glow Sticks;
--ONE: 5 in 1 Shovel multi tool (shovel, pick, axe, saw, compass);
--ONE: Aquamira Water Filter;
--ONE: Metal Canteen/Cooking Cup;
--ONE: 3 liter hydration bladder;
--ONE: Nylon Paracord, 50ft.;
--ONE: 11 in 1 Multi Tool (fork, spoon, knife, can opener, corkscrew, bottle opener, 2 flathead screwdriver heads, serrated knife w/sewing needle hole, and hex wrench head);
Here is what is included in the SOL3 Kit:
Contents:
Bandage Materials
4 Bandage, Adhesive, Fabric, 1" x 3"
2 Bandage, Adhesive, Fabric, Knuckle
4 Bandage, Butterfly Closure
1 Bandage, Conforming Gauze, 2"
2 Dressing, Gauze, Non-Sterile, 4" x 4"
2 Dressing, Gauze, Sterile, 2" x 2", Pkg./2
2 Dressing, Gauze, Sterile, 3" x 3", Pkg./2
2 Dressing, Non-Adherent, Sterile, 3" x 4"
Bleeding
1 Gloves, Nitrile (Pair), Hand Wipe
Blister / Burn
11 Moleskin, Pre-Cut & Shaped (11 pieces)
Duct Tape
1 Duct Tape, 2" x 50"
Gear Repair
3 Cable Ties, 4"
3 Cable Ties, 8"
Instrument
1 EMT Shears, 4"
5 Safety Pins
Medication
2 After Bite Wipe
2 Antihistamine (Diphenhydramine 25 mg)
4 Ibuprofen (200 mg), Pkg./2
Survival Tools
2 Aluminum Foil, Heavy Duty, 3 Sq. Ft.
1 Compass, Button, Liquid Filled
1 Headlamp, 2 watt LED w/ headband
1 Heatsheet Survival Blanket
1 Magnesium Fire Starter, 4.5 mm, w/ Striker
1 Mini Rescue Flash Signal Mirror
1 Mini Rescue Howler Whistle
4 Nylon Cord, #18, Braided, (10 ft. 100lb test)
1 Tinder Quick
Wound Care
3 After Cuts & Scrapes Antiseptic Wipe
1 Povidone Iodine, 3/4 oz
1 Tape, 1/2" x 10 Yards
1 Tincture of Benzoin Topical Adhesive, Vial
2 Triple Antibiotic Ointment, Single Use
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2482760&#Post2482760
I'm thinking about doing a second kit as well but reducing the contents & running it at $99.00. Is there anything in that kit that you think I should 100% definitely include? The cost of the pack & contents makes getting the $99.00 price somewhat of a challenge but I want to make sure the setup provides the absoute essentials within that budget.
Thanks for your help & advice. I've done a lot of research in putting together the pack & gear combo but I think I'm missing something here...
Ceylon
deltaoutdoorsman.com
