An EDC Bag I Can Actually Use
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- An EDC Bag I Can Actually Use
An everyday carry bag is a way to expand the EDC gear you already have on your body. And in my opinion, should also still be a usable bag for life stuff.
Everyday carry is a very subjective topic as what works for me may not work for you. And this minimalistic approach to the EDC bag is what works for me while still being able to use the bag as a backpack. I prioritized the need of putting stuff in the bag over the idea of having something that is already filled to the brim. Let me know your thoughts and what you would change in the comments!
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What would you change about my EDC bag? Any suggestions are greatly appreciated!
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Honestly, only change I would make would be to consider a front & rear BP type bagpack. My EDC backpack only extras are a few extra med/first aid items... but I'm also TCCC/Trauma certified.. epi pen, nitro tabs, aspirin(I'm allergic to it, but they'll save a chest pain MIperson)
I have a fair amount of extra in my EDC bag but that's because I drive a septic pump truck for a living so I am not near my vehicle for most of the day, so my back is more of an ecd/get home bag because i try to keep the 5 Cs in it, I think your bag as a basic EDC is great and i am really glad you are trying to remind people you don't have to pack every bag for the apocalypse.
I'd probably change out the sawyer mini for the sawyer squeeze. It's only a few dollars more, has a better rate of flow and can be back flushed for cleaning a lot easier than the mini.
This bag looks way more like a space alien's idea of what a inconspicuous backpack is. Using this instead of something like any osprey book bag, or most maxpedition tactical bags for that matter spies trying to do all of their work out of a giant matte black panel van instead of just using commuter cars in random colors. The "sanitized equipment" look is so extreme that it loops back to making you look like a cop.
I was late to the party but I understood that reference
No smoke bombs or a grappling hook? You're slacking Magic. Slacking.
Forgot my boomerang too 😓
@MagicPrepper oh wow I actually own a couple boomerangs. They return too. Made by Vic boomerangs from New Hampshire.
"Charlie Bronson's always got a rope. In the movies, they've always got rope and they always end up using it."
ATF just outlawed smoke
Grappling hook on a rope is a good idea! Maybe in the vehicle.
Great idea on the plastic on the bottom!! Depending on the corners of the plastic you may want to round them off so the points do not wear holes in the bottom of the bag
Good point!
I've no problems with a backpack, but if you are using one for EDC your approach cannot be called 'minimalist'.
Since I took the bus to college which was far from home, my college backpack had snacks, aspirin/caffeine, antacid tablets, tissues, paper towels, comb, q-tips, flashlight, multitool, nail clippers, and hand sanitizer. I never used my plastic knife or band aids, but gave them to people who did need them. There was also a small towel to dry my rain poncho which I kept in a plastic grocery bag. The dollar store sells a locker mirror which is a good size for backpacks, but I never had a mirror back then. I had vending machines around and Dunkin, so I never carried water on me, but I sometimes had some canned coffee. If I had a modern EDC bag, I would include deodorant and socks, and maybe a change of clothes.
Don’t forget rubbers
I don't like stuff in my pockets so on top of what you carry my bag has chapstick, a multi tool, a silcock key, deodorant, sunscreen (fair skinned kids) and a few gallon sized Ziploc bags. The ziplocks are handier than I would've ever thought, especially when my kids were younger. Still a lot of room to spare as I keep a get home bag ( I work 70 miles from home) packed to the gills in my truck.
Good idea on the ziplocs. I'll throw a few in! And yea, the get home bag us LOADED
I recently started using a backpack for my edc, everywhere I go it goes with me. What struck me the most is how seemingly small and light things add weight to the bag. It was surprising, at least to me!
Jan sport for forty bucks is lower profile. Anything that says map edition or 511 or other company gonna make you a target. Simple well made jansport or llbean bag gives an advantage.
That’s very practical. Only things I’d add are some “gas station pkgs” of Advil, Tylenol, benedryl (especially benedryl), and tums/rolaids. Just those little foil packs with one dose. Oh, and an airplane size of some high-test whiskey. Ya never know ;)
Great ideas! Thanks.
I use a small hard shell medication travel case. It has like 6 small compartments and 2 larger compartments all with individual doors. Holds a good variety. I think I have mine loaded with advil, naproxen, Tylenol, Benadryl, Imodium, pepto bismol tablets, antacids. I even put labels on the doors so I know what I have.
Don’t forget rubbers
As a purse carrying woman I sometimes envy men their backpacks 😂. Of course I have a couple of "fashionable" pack/purse but I sometimes feel silly carrying both... but I do it. Whatever your lifestyle being without my EDC is u thinkable. Love the model you're showing.
Have you thought about those thigh strap purses? My wife has been looking at those and they seem pretty cool.
Why do you use a purse instead of anything else? Most of the things I see women carrying in purses are things that would probably be easier and more comfortable to carry in pockets if they had pants with practical pockets and if they were to ditch things like "women's" wallets for plain bill folds. Anything else like a jacket or umbrella or water bottle is going to be awkward to carry in a hand bag compared to in a backpack, and having a purse (or messenger bag for that matter) overloaded with heavy stuff if going to do all sorts of bad things to your neck and back over time.
I had a swiss army laptop bag for 13 years it was sooo heavy duty and awesome. I carried it every day on my bicycle riding around the city. Always having a bag is nice 👍
A good bag is hard to beat
SLACKING!!!...lol@@MagicPrepper
I think I probably have that same Swiss Army bag. Mine’s about that same age and is still going strong. Been thinking of using it for this very thing.
I carry the same bag every day. I like it for the same reasons. Very simple, but functional. And I don’t stuff it to the gills so I can actually use it on a day to day basis effectively. I carry a small little tool kit with me in mine just because that seems to come in handy a bunch. I got a 3 mag holder from maxpedition to put in that same middle pocket to carry some extras just in case anything crazy were to ever go down.
Like minds!
Love this. I struggle with the “pack all the things” and then can’t use my bag for real life because of SHTF prep when I’m struggling to fit my work laptop lol. Good ideas for a more modest EDC carry bag
I had the same struggle don't worry haha
I dont smoke anymore but I like to have a pack on me. You'd be surprised at how much information someone would trade for a smoke
What a joke. First world country where you need backpack armor and guns.
Uh yea duh
The only thing I would add is headlamp for those times you need both hands free. I keep 5 cheap little headlamps from Walmart to pass out when needed. The ones I get are about 1.00 each and I keep them in a ziploc bag.
Walking around everyday in America with two tourniquets, a bulletproof armor plate, a water filtration tube, and no band aids. Men go the therapy challenge.
I like this Guy. He Is about The Most Realistic EDC Preper I have seen.
The rural Dollar General ranks right up there with the spice mines of Kessel as one of the most dangerous places known to man... stay strapped or get clapped.
Never know!
Bro, Your backpack baseplate idea is pure genius!
Thank you
Definitely helps!
Same
Well, I Have A Blue Ozark Trail Large Capacity Backpack And A Blue Outdoor Products Utility Duffle Bag And Black Military Tactical Drop Leg Bag With Sleeping Bag And My Tent. And More Tent Pegs.
I would recommend a permanent marker/pen, hemostatic gauze, trauma shears , chest seals, and a cable for your phone (maybe a 3 way (micro usb, type c, lightning). And a little roll of duct tape.
I carry a vertex ready pack 2.0 as my EDC bag with a body armor panel. I keep it mostly empty like you so I can fit a laptop or sweatshirt in it if needed. It only has some basics I use everyday like gloves, ski mask (winter), a first aid kit & TQ, phone charger, and snacks, the only thing I should maybe downsize and is my lifeguard CPR mask and my little bag of parachord, ductape, headlamp, and multitool. I could probably keep that stuff in my car and add it in a get-home situation. However instead of a separate get home bag I have 3 1 gallon ziplock bags in my car with get home gear and a sleeping bag or wool blanket/ woobie bedroll depending on the season that I can tie to the bottom of the backpack. I've timed myself and I can take out my work laptop/folders and replace it with the get home gear in about 30 seconds to a minute.
That little hook for your keys in your middle pouch is an awesome spot you hang one of those super small watch battery keychain lights. I just did that a few days ago on my bag and I’ve needed it several times a day. I have an olight one that’s good but there are some cheap ones for 3.99 at Cabelas that are plenty good. I just bought a bunch of them to attach inside bags and pouches
wait you guys need guns and body armor to go to the Dollar Store?
Don’t know if anyone will see this since I’m super late to the party, but I always carry a little pocket possibles pouch from Tuff Possum Gear that holds; hair bands, Bobby pins, jewelry backers, safety pins, clothing tape, a travel tube with various OTC meds like aspirin, ibuprofen, Tylenol, nexium, Benadryl etc. A tampon and or pad. Victorinox nail clippers with a diamond file. Single use eye drops, uncle bills sliver gripper tweezers. A bit of duct tape wrapped around a strip of old credit card so it’s flat. Small vial of super glue. Some flossers. Mini zip ties. A mini bic lighter. Straight pin… I think that’s it. These things come in handy if you have any women in your life, you can save the day.
I like it.
I like watching edc type videos, but living in Scotland UK all this gun stuff looks ridiculous? When you describe your every day around town walking through a shopping mall and your bag is ' mostly empty, it sure doesn't look that empty to me ? You carry a gun on body, you have extra magazines a tourniquet (in case someone gets shot presumably) and armour plate ? Is life in USA so hazardous you need pistols,extra bullets, tourniquet, bullet proof plates on a every day bag around town?
Freedom is dangerous 🤷♂️
I use a Bulletproof Everyone Bag for edc. Those bags have a built in level 3A armor and look like normal bags so it doesn’t draw attention.
Cool I'll check those out
On another topic, has anyone noticed yet that they have put Dollar General stores at every choke point (check point) in rural America? Even in places they can’t possibly be profitable?
100% they put them in our area and they stay slow and unwelcome. Intense security steps on weird cheap crap. Weird vibes.
One thing I'd do is add another tourniquet. I Rock 2 in any bag that I EDC these days, due to the growing likelihood of active shooters or violent events. Love the water setup. I don't carry a laptop that often so the armor plate is a good idea. I like your loadout.
Definitely can't go wrong with 2 TQs
The bag is nice. I wish it had a mesh water bottle pocket. My other complaint is the straps are really slick and slide off my shoulders pretty easily.
I think the bigger version has a bottle pouch. The straps are slick but at least they're durable.
My EDC is very minimal, a power bank, key chain flashlight, pocket knife, field watch, tactical pen and lock pick kit
Not a single pack of Goldfish or Z Bar for the kiddo? True prepared dads are ready for any meltdown, not just society. 😂
My kids like jerky more than I do
Mine has 2 3A panels with straps that can be worn as a vest. Water is metal to double as a boiler. Contractor trash bag doubles as a shelter, poncho or sleeping bag with a space blanket. Small survival kit (fits in a soap box)field dressing , cravat and epi pen. I edc a pen light, Gerber tool on my belt and Spyderco in my pocket along with my edc 9. I rotate some kind of food like jerky, e bar or small boat ration. Usually carrying a laptop and files in the main. I sometimes wish it had a waist band.
Thanks for the ideas!
Sew a waist band on!
For online, I'd recommend TEMU due to their discounts.
😮isnt TEMU like tiktok where China is stealing your info by now being able to have access to everything on your computer or phone once you download their app or shop on their site?
dollar general, the waffle house of retail
Your reasoning for the refurbished battery bank is my reasoning for buying cars with 300k+ miles 🤙🏼
Sometimes it's nice to know it's been worked on 😀
@@MagicPrepper If it was gonna fail, it already has!
He's wrong about the refurbished being fixed, usually it means it's just cleaned and repackaged
Great video! I used “Komatex” ( PVC Foam Board) I custom cut. I attached Velcro ( loop side only ) tape to it and I can add more pouches! One of which I use for a first-aid/trauma kit. Been looking for something to use for a ballistic armor backing! Thanks for showing it in the video!
Love it.
Booboo kit to round off the IFAK
Hygiene bag, deodorant with a small travel tooth brush/paste to pair with the baby wipes
One of the SOS emergency ration bricks
Change of socks
These extra items dont really take up a lot of space, nor has weight (Ration bars will be the heaviest item).. if you want to get really crazy get a merino wool tshirt and you have an EDC bag you can use to sleep over anywhere you go and maintain cleanliness and provide all the basics.
Thanks for the ideas. The ration bar is pretty heavy but I definitely have them in the truck.
Yeah, having room to carry stuff in your backpack is just good ol' commonsense.
Who would have thought? :)
Remember socks. Talking from experience, had to walk home during summer for 16 km (ish 10 miles) I would kill for pair of good thicker socks not just super thin summer ankle socks
Ogres have layers!... Ogres and preppers!!!
I too have multiple layers of EDC bags and backpacks. My daily one is just a plain Grey edc bag.. by Leatherbag Gear (3a) front and back. With room to park travel gear.. it's my fly bag for plane/foreign travel.
I like it. I use a cheap primary arms sling bag for edc. 3 mag pouches built in. Cheap. Light. Extra socks and an ifak refill bag. Cheap, light. Normal looking. I wear boots and tall, clean and dry socks as an extra are a must. Tru spec builds mag pockets into their pants. 6 total mags.
💯 - I think your pack is perfect for you, dad. I have one set up very similarly to yours, including bandaids and sanitizer spray. (I thank the Lord we're no longer potty training 😏).
Mine's not as nice as yours, but still decent quality.
I also use mine for the gym and hiking on weekends... So, definitely water in outside pocket (two bottles when with family) snacks, and a way to start a fire (i.e. ranger lighter) if needed-- I think every man should carry that, regardless if you smoke--which I don't.
Like you, I don't like off body carry. But when we're together--in addition to my IWB--I always carry my wife's 9mm w/extra mag for her jic. She's not yet comfortable with on body carry, but she's well trained and she'll have my back if bad things happen while we're out
I would just add a Fixed Blade Knife, a Multi-Tool and a Solid Lighter, along with some Duct Tape, some Protein Bars and spare cash..... and you r good!
Multi tool and flashlight must be on body?
Precisely
@@MagicPrepper NICE!! Same here Buddy!
No side water bottle slot?
Im looking for something one step up from a plastic shopping bag... to carry a 32 ounce water bottle, a power bank, wall charger, 2 granola bars, a Multi tool, and a small simple booboo kit (bandaids, neosporin, tweezers, nailcutter with file), empty room to put a windbreaker if needed....
Must have 2 sidepockets that fit a 32 ounce Nalgene water bottle for all day hydration. Any suggestions on a cheap durable sling type bag/haversack? Not s backpack.
Anyone?
I carry my EDC in my camo pockets and on my waist belt. The only problem I see with a separate EDC is that you might set it down and forget it or someone might steal it as soon as your head is turned. A person can get lost in a crowd very quickly! I'll stick with what I have on me and my BOB/camping bag! To each his own!
So my edc living situation as an over the riad trucker is that everything i need is on my truck. But i live thus udea of simple edc (and im guilty of over carrying stuff). I would simply add a few items like what you would find in the small SOL kit (survival blanket, basic fire starter kit, etc). I definitely would add a sillock key for any urban environment.
My personal hag needs work (reduction) but i have a combined ESEE survival pouch - the smaller version) combined with the SOL kit mentioned above, a metal cup and a few other odds and ends. Just incase i needed to avoid civil unrest.
One problem I have with all my bags and kits is I can’t resist the urge to add “just one/two/three more things, ya never know”. Then I end up with an EDC in my pocket that’s a little bulky and backpacks that are a little too full and heavy. I can’t whittle things down very well.
Solid looking bag, the quality comes thru the video very well. I got myself a 4" thick leather backpack, that looks pretty nice, & is also grey-man
Leather bags are pretty durable and have that low key look. Nice work.
Good vid for comparison. My CDC is on body. My sling bag is for get home items with ballistic panel for in case. Thx Magic
I have that same bag, but in grey and it is my EDC bag. I can fit all of my IT tools, my computer and some extras. I love it!
It's an awesome bag
Dad recognize dad. None of you understand how amazing it is to remember you have a diaper/pull up in your bag in an emergency.
Swap out the Cat Tourniquet with a Rat Tourniquet.
The Cat can't be applied to little ones, but the Rat can.
Since it's a backup, it's less of a trade off.
bro must live in chicago who carries 2 Tourniquets one in a backpack and one on his body 😂😂
amen on the Moleskin! Foot issues are a very likely problem and no one seems to include moleskin in their EDC/get home kits.
It's the best.
Kits like this are sustainment filled for your Daily !
Gearup&go
Sawyer mini screws onto any conventional bottle mouth besides ones like Gatorade or the this store brand water bottles. From 8 oz bottles to 2 liters it will work. I have even put mine on the end of a hose and also right on a house's spigot. This is the best way because you can filter that into a bottle then screw the Sawyer onto the bottle then drink through it again for double filter. Another great feature is the ability to set it up inline on your camelback!
That first aid kit will come in handy at a dollar general. That place is always a 3000square foot trip hazard
Things like moleskin and other prevention meds aren't being prepped enough. Or even just none trauma medical. I never see anyone having extra sun screen, bandaids, elastic bandages, ect. You are far more likely to get sun burn or a spriand ankle then get shot in a emergency or just after.
Oh shit look at that guy with a backpack! NERD ALERT!
Always a great video. Much better than that guy north of the border LOL.
We're all friends here :)
hey my brotha n fellow patriot , great vid n content , 1 million % cool as always , def. wanna talk more , only have email here + i am tracking down some e.d.c. stuff , thanks n talk soon > tom !
Very well set up and no “fluff” like some. Well done and thank you
Can vouch for Anker. I've had the same 20100's since 2014. 👍
They just work!
I’m a huge advocate for BOBs & GHBs but I honestly don’t see the benefit of yet another bag like an EDC bag. It could have to do with the fact that my GHB is always with me or in my vehicle anyways. I have med/extra ammo/mini Sawyer/extra socks/power bank to charge my phone or someone else’s should mine be at a high percentage. Ofc I’m breaking one of the cardinal rules. I’m commenting b4 making it to the end of the video so we’ll see if it bites me in the ass b4 I get back to finish it here after bit. It’s of mo that we can have bag over kill, I know bc my wife made me take stock of how many bags I had acquired within a 6 month span lol. I’ve got GHBs for my wife & me & BOB for the both of us as well. We pray to never ever use them. I’m sure I’ll regret commenting b4 finishing the video but nonetheless as always keep up the great work MP!!! Ur one of the really genuine good guys left out here in the vastness of debauchery & carnal sin that is the Internet 🤜🤛
Thanks for the kind words!
Lots of stores and establishments don't allow backpacks
When you see a content creator fill a daily with lots of gear they really do not have the hands on experience
Mines full of medical supplies, mostly. I am looking for lightweight armor. Thanks Magic ✨ i will go check out Premier Body Armor
Would recommend Dayton if you’re looking for light plates! Definitely not budget friendly though, but that’s to be expected with top tier.
Can't go wrong with more medical. Having some armor is cool. I can always pass my bag off to the wife or kids if things get dangerous and at least they have something.
@@MagicPrepper Hey MP, couple of other things you might like for your edc bag!
1. Mini butane torch ($10-$30) (great for sealing plastic/polyester clothes, emergency fire, possibly good for “distractions” if things go crazy)
2. Weltool W3 Pro Tac (expensive - $300) (HYPER THROW flashlight that is straight up dangerous - ~568,000 candela conservatively). This is an actual self defense weapon that would be great if you wanted to give your wife/kids some form of self defense in an emergency where a firearm is not suitable/available. Allows you to identify anything that 10x binos can see (not an exaggeration) - I personally EDC this based on the capabilities it gives me and have one for my duty belt.
3. Knipex Cobra ($30) - edc adjustable pliers (either 4” (XS) or 5”). Far better leverage than multi tools and super easy to carry especially in an edc bag. Lots of people actually carry them in their pockets. 5” would probably be better for a bag.
4. Headlamp - any will do, however my personal favorite for “bougie” is the Fenix HM65R-T ($110) for output, dual bulb (flood/spotlight), usb c charging, intensity adjustment, etc. Great little durable headlamp.
5. Set of hand warmers with gloves to put them in. Can be a life saver if you get stuck in the cold. Cheap disposables are fine if you don’t want to spend more than a couple bucks.
6. Nitecore MH12 Pro ($90) - 3300 lumen compact light (I know, I know, enough with the lights lol) - ridiculous value in a super compact size; perfect edc “do all” light.
Hopefully this gives you some ideas you might like! And PS - seriously check out that hyper throw light if you get a chance. It is 100% permanent blindness if you get that shined in your eyes from within 30 yards. It is the only thing out there like it. It is also the only (non lethal) self defense tool I can think of that can be used against road rage attackers by just shining it in any of your rear view mirrors. Use with caution if you get it! And be sure to get the “Tac” version if you do!
Thanks for all the content you bring us :)
Cool gear my budget backpack at schools back deal at target LOL #Bidennomics
Basically a man purse.
No that's my coach bag
Goonbeam makes a great weapons and hand held lights. Veteran owned made in America. Great price 2!
I'll check it out
That's the glowiest of glow bags. A $20 walmart backpack is how you Greyman.
Meh, it's a black backpack. We give too much credit to the average person to think they'll even notice you're wearing a backpack.
dc is what you have on you, a vehicle bag is different thing.
Will that armor panel fit in the pdw area?
Unfortunately it will not
"Maybe I'm on my way to a commander tournament..."
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We can smell our own.
Dallor general is to rual America as Walmart is to urban America lol
Nice set-up M.P. Will a KelTec Sub-2000 fit in there?
I don't believe so. It would be better for something like a Flux Raider or an Uzi haha
@@MagicPrepper ;-)
I'd add a multi tool/knife and sunscreen
That is the most basic, shitty backpack i've ever seen.
I don't need training underwear, I need Depends, lol.
Modern format is superior to Commander
Modern is more competitive but has been solved which makes it less interesting to me.
@@MagicPrepper CALIBRATED BLAST!
Yo! 5.7 V8?? What are you pulling bruh?
Not a lot these days but there are plans
messenger bag for EDC
An EDC bag wouldn't have as much as a get home bag or bug out bag. Just how it is. No two bags will be exactly the same. I'd have a flashlight, first aid kit, spare keys, Swiss Army Knife, pens, phone charger, batteries for the light and maybe Pepper Gel.
In my edc bag, I have many similar items. I would add an extra layer of clothing for sudden temperature changes and downpours. A Patagonia Houdini jacket, a pair of aviator gloves and a buff weigh almost nothing and take up little room. I throw in a ball cap if I am going to be outside a long time. Also with kids, I keep a cleanup pouch in my bag of wet ones, dude wipes, etc. and a small towel. Plus always an ouch pouch type first aid kit in addition to the trauma kit.
Great suggestions, I do similar
Great ideas. ❤️👍🇺🇲
I usually carry a few band aides in my wallet
U paid 250 for a water bottle 😢?!
What, can I be educated here I'm obviously confused here...
Great video, I want to build a similar bag. Thank you.
Anytime!
Hahahahahaha Dollar General
Add a change of socks,
having dirty socks makes for a rough time walking back home uncomfortable
A refreshing review of an EDC bag. And yes, I also like the distinction between a BOB and an EDC. Great contents in the bag as well. I guess I'm gonna have to have some of those items you presented, especially the beef jerky!
Duct tape works significantly better than mole skin and it's dual purpose.
A LABtop??
Great video!
Much appreciated.
It's a man purse. Just accept it
My edc bag is legit my edc bag. It's an old osprey backpack from college. Everything I would need in it sleeps and stays in my truck and I can just move it into the bag
Yes to the dad part! It seems to be always we woman who have to carry our edc and the kids stuff
🤜🤛