People overlook the need for Sun Screen. A cooler also makes a good storage unit for your bottled water 💦. All in all, I learned quite a bit from your video. Good job 👍🏻!
Very well thought out set-up! Here's a couple of things that I thought of: spare socks to store with the boots, toilet paper (you just never know!), medical scissors for the med kit & a rain poncho.
They sell toilet paper tabs, condensed, the size of a quarter, that expands and blows up for alot of toilet paper. Canadian Prepper sells them I believe.
I have seen SO many survival kits and have adapted my own rendition of a survival pack and yours is by far the best. It is very similar to my own preferences and seems to be very reliable. So many people lack necessary things and don't realize it but your setup is geared for nearly any situation you may encounter. Other than the flares, one thing I may add is a signaling mirror and other small things like that, that way if your stuck while in the wilderness you can easily signal a helicopter or other survivor. A mirror is also very light weight and can be stored anywhere. Other than that, I will use this video as a reference from now on and I admire how much thought you put in and how much intelligence and preparedness you have. Also, thanks for giving links for the gear you showed, makes my life so much easier when looking for things to add to my pack! Thanks Ben!
Love my Typhoon packs as I own two. I like the compact size of them unlike bigger packs that stick out like a sore thumb which in a SHTF situation will paint a target on you and trying to stay as grey man as possible is best. My packs however are a bit more extreme than yours but only because I drive a truck over the road so food, fire, shelter, water and protection are must haves but still like being the minimalist. Biggest difference here is I have my IFAK mounted even with the bottom on the left side and the maxpedition radio holder above it for my HAM radio. I keep my folding blade on my mag pouch on my belt and my fixed blade mounted upside down on the left shoulder strap (right hand dominate). I will never mount a blade anywhere that is not within my peripheral vision. Reason being is one, it's hard to get to in a split second when you don't have time to take your pack off to get to it and two when a blade is mounted behind you, this makes it easy for someone else to pull it from behind and use it against you.
Definitely a really cool kit. I liked the idea of having a pair of boots with you. I’m wearing sandals a lot as well so thanks for the idea. I also liked the redundancy of having lots of charging devices, especially the solar panel.. didn’t think of that one lol.
One needs to rotate out that water every month in the cooler seasons and every two weeks in the summer months. Keep it fresh and healthy considering the quality of pre bottled water.
good video, good shoe tip, I sometimes do that but I'm not consistent about it. the one thing i plan to put in my car is a folding shovel. two thumbs up
Nice video Ben. A lot of excellent ideas. I'll be adding some of them to my gear. From my personal experience I'm reasonably confident saying changing a tire on I-95 could qualify for one of the dangerous acts on America's Got Talent.
Good job, I been doing this for 4 decades. Even in large trucks carried that and tote with food. We grew up on ranch, very rural. Did deep wilderness backpacking in Gila as well back home. I have both go bag and 100L pack for my Amateur radio gear as well.
It’s amazing that common sense and mentality of those in rural areas is so foreign to city dwellers. Glad you are prepared and thanks a ton for watching my video.
Great video showing us some really cool products Ben! May I suggest - rather than putting all your stuff in a hard-side tote or box of some kind, use a duffel bag. Its pliable and will conform to odd shaped spaces in your vehicle better than a fixed, hard-sided tote.
Tow ropes are good, but they are meant for towing. When you want to pull someone out of a ditch, invest in a snatch strap. They are meant to be used to retrieve vehicles. They basically act like a rubber band and can yank a vehicle out of a ditch. Good vid Ben.
Worth it to watch just to see that sling shot! Also recommend an instant ice pack and a hand towel. My grandmother fell while getting out of my car. She was bleeding and her arm was swelling from a broken bone. I had a towel for the bleeding, but would have given anything to have an instant ice pack which now does live in my car.
Here's my kit I keep in my car. I also have a two part kit. In my car I have a 750amp jump starter with a built in tire inflator, and an external input to use as a generator and USB ports to charge a phone. A full car fire extinguisher, a professional jack to change a tire, some big hook cables, weather proof duct tape and clear duct tape. A portable road flare sign that folds out into a triangle, and a spare set of jumper cables. I also have a tire repair kit. I have a survival kit in a small bag and I have a Les Stroud Survival kit(for worst case scenario) My main kit in my bag includes a multi-tool hatchet with a knife, screwdrivers, bottle opener, hammer, wrench, wire cutter, a small pocket knife. A six inch ferro rod with striker, hard wood sticks for tinder, a portable stove(with fuel tabs), a dual cooking pot, water bottle with cooking cup, USB flashlight, bug spray, sun tan lotion, gloves, and I have a full emergency medical kit with a mini survival kit packed into that as well. But some high visibility gloves and a jacket would be a good idea. I also like that Anker charger kit, but the 750amp jumper I have is really good and I've saved many drivers on the road. So maybe I'll get one as a backup. But I like your kit overall.
Pretty solid man. Few suggestions though. I highly recommend keeping all your gear out of visual sight so shitbags don't smash and grab your stuff. For the basket you mentioned, I highly recommend the new Ridgid Tool boxes, they also make a basket. Stackable, lock together, water tight and all around awesome.
i'll check those out thanks. I typically will lock down my bag if I am going to be somewhere for an extended period or take it inside with me at night.
One thing about the water plastic water bottles/ containers.....when it gets really hot in your car, they say that the plastic of the waterbottle/container releases toxic elements to the water. I read and heard that on several occasions so the water from plastic containers may not be very safe.
+FatalicGamer Just to be safe, avoid the plastics. Canned water could be an alternative; I've even recently heard of water being sold in boxed cardboard materials. However, many plastics are now BPA free. Just search the bottle and you should find your answer.
I know this is a reply to an old video... Sorry Ben. I was thinking of having the vehicle information on a laminated card in the go-bag. (I can never find my info at home when I need it). On that card you could have vehicle make, model, year, VIN, and license number. With a sharpie you could record where the vehicle was left when it had to be evacuated. If you have to leave the vehicle for any reason, you could identify the vehicle and where it was last known to be... may be important for vehicle retrieval and insurance purposes later.
If you're gonna have a glass breaker, which I think everyone should have, it should be up front where you can get to it easily. It ain't gonna do you much good if your car's flipped over, on fire, sinking in a river, whatever the case may be and it's sitting in the back. You should also make sure you've tested it thoroughly before you put it in your vehicle. The last thing you want in a tool like this is something that is going to break on you when you need it the most.
I havent tried it yet but the head rest from the front seats of most cars come out all the way and it has two metal spikes that could he used to knock out side windows.
One thing I always put in a first aid kit is liquid bandage. That stuff is great for covering odd shaped or long cuts and it has antiseptic in it. It also can help you get rid of pimples from my experience.
Another great vid man. I have a very similar setup in my truck. One other thing you might think about since your carrying a few tools is a folding saw especially since you live in Michigan. I cant tell you how many times ive used my cheap fiskars folding saw that I keep under my drivers seat and its been invaluable. Everything from cutting a small 10" tree that fell across the road making it impassable after a wind storm which ive found is often quicker and easier then dragging out the tow strap to drag the tree out of the way. Ive also pulled it out at a buddies when we needed to cut a 2X4 and he didn't have a saw at his place. I promptly jokingly gave him some grief for that by the way.
I'm a huge fan of car kits. I'm an outdoorsy person and constantly rely on my car in remote areas so I love to get ideas from other people. Thanks for making this video! I recommend checking out I like to make stuffs Chanel, and specifically his land cruiser tool box how to video, its pretty neat and cane easily be simplified and put in any size SUV in theory
Its always on videos like these where the ego trippers, who live so deep inside the biggest cities they never see the grass, tend to drop their "knowledge" of this, that and the other! Great video man! Ignore the haters.
Great kit. I keep a lot of the same items and more in my truck. I travel almost 50 miles one way to work so I like to have enough items to get me home. I tend to add to my kit everytime I need something and don't have it. Then I add one to my kit. Good job.
Great video; might want to test the ANKER charger on a comparable battery as yours. Lots of reviews say it won't. I had a similar situation and the wife had a charger that didn't work, but the folks we called had a charger (much larger) and it did work. Just saying, the charger should rate with the battery (in real life - as opposed to their advertising). Both were much larger than the ANKER.
one of the things i also like to keep in my car that can easily go on my pack are a pair of collapsing hiking poles, great in all weather on rough ground or ice or just that extra help if you have a few long miles to walk. can also use them as emergency splints for a leg or arm or make a makeshift pull behind sledge (in combo with the paracord or gorilla tape ). as someone earlier stated, id also keep a compact tarp in my pack and car or a couple of the large contractor sized garbage bags, can be used as shelter as a small tarp, a waterproof bag or an emergency rain poncho...i love multi function items...anyways, great vid, great ideas ..thanks.
Have you considered having some saline wash in your kit? I figured it would be great to have if you got something in your eye or need to clean out a wound.
Hey Ben, I use a 5 gallon bucket with reflective tape and a gamma seal for tool/supply storage. Works as a seat or add the ratcheting straps as a bucket pack. Safety vest and Lifegear magnetic light flares stay behind passenger seat for quick access in emergencies and attaches to vehicle or included magnetic bases. Been thinking about blue can water for my water supply in vehicle. Just a couple suggestions, keep up the great vids!
Nice bag you should make a video of you using your bag then ,a post get home analysis of what you like and dont like about your current setup. Thanks for the vids
Excellent video! Instead of a "milk crate", I chose a fairly cheap cooler to put my stuff in. Mainly to store a gallon of water and the bag. In the summer, the car gets so hot that I needed a way to keep the water at a more stable temperature and to protect the small food items in my bag. It works, but may limit the amount of gear you feel you would need.
Hey Ben, this is one of the better car survival bags and presentations. Could you let me know the brand of hat headlamp ? Here in Florida I'm a fan of carrying sunglasses, sun screen and a hat in my car bag.
You kept saying that you don't plan on this or you don't plan on that happening... Might be a good idea for you to also consider the unplanned / unexpected... Life tends to throw curve balls from time to time.
Good vid. I live in a large metropolitan area. With the bag in my car, I tried to think in terms of if there was a total breakdown (dirty bomb, emp, etc) and I was on the other side of town / 50 mi from the house what would I need to make it that far (multi day hike staying as inconspicuous as possible). The first thing I saw was the boots and some good socks (hard to walk long distances in rain/cold in slip on loafers)
I even have old 82 Radio Shack Solar panels with patch with diode for charging batteries. Had jeeps as well. They had the Mash 4077th logo on it as well.
Fat Prepper > Skinny Prepper > Fat Person > Skinny Person Most of us live in urban jungles not the amazon forest so being nimble to outrun animals is not a need and an AR15 can take out most beasts. Also if you´re fat like me, you have the mindset to welcome survival situations because it is like an opportunity to eat beef jerkeys (I love Jack Links too!), smoke some cigars and lose weight in the process. If it´s cold, then the extra fat keep us warm and if the situation is dismal the fat will sustain us longer than skinny people. Most skinny preppers generally don´t have the mindset to welcome survival situations.
SHTF Ample Prepper wrong, atop using your rifle as a crutch. Why do you think the military has physical standards that need to be met in order to go to battle? Anyone more fit than you has a greater chance of survival, and when your rifle or sidearm aren’t readily available, and your in hand to hand with someone, you’ll regret having that useless fat on you. Cheers
You for SURE need to get a quality tourniquet in your med kit. As and EMT.... Tourniquets save lives. You don't have time to improvise one in the field. Especially if you are the one bleeding out. The 3 staples of a good trauma kit 1. Bleeding (tourniquet/packing gauze) 2. Airway(NPA)3. Respiratory (chest seals/decompression needle)
You should follow the march algorithm, Massive hemorrhage, Airway, Respiratory, Circulatory, Heat loss, and everything else. Also you should check with your good samaritan laws because in some states you can be sued for using a decompression needle. Most states require being at least a certified paramedic.
I myself have some surgical gloves , Tourniquet, a disposable phone , Ham Radio , a emergency signaling mirror, just in case . Small pair of Binoculars, and some items that you have mentioned on your video , flashlight,knives.... Etc... Great video .
I try to keep a roll or two of waterproof duct tape. And a few hose clamps. I also have old plastic milk crates. The other thing is extra clothing. More on accident in my case. But some socks and an old flannel shirt has come in handy more times than I can count. Keep up the good work.
Hey there, I also have a machete, a small shovel, a medical kit that stays in there always, canopy, 2 folding chairs, a folding table, a over the fire A frame for cooking at a picnic or strandid, and a extensive tool kit and all of this stays in my truck all the time..
Great video! I am currently working on a get-home bad in my truck and am looking at what others are using correctly and smartly. I really need to get some compartmentalized bags like you have. / About what did you spend on yours and is it Expedition?
Great kit but you should add nvg, and a rappel kit. Along with a portable stretcher. In case the situation comes where you have someone who can't move.
I would recommend adding an additional tarp or canvas sheet just in case because you never know when you might need shelter and in my experience those emergency blankets are very durable as far as shelter building. Just a thought great video.
The 1rst thing for survival is the physical condition. If you are not in good condition, your chances are minimal in case of disaster. Healthy and strong is the first.
I used to carry those same water jugs but a few years ago I just started carrying a 20l scepter jerry can behind my drivers seat in the footwell. I keep it at about 4 gallons. That way if it freezes the can is able to handle it. 20l might be overkill, but that's what they had at the sale where I bought it. It comes in handy at camp. It would also easily fill all of my canteens as well as whatever pop bottles happened to be laying around.
Although this was made 2016, all I gotta say is WOW! What a great setup and I am in love with this bag and how well its setup. Great job young man.
People overlook the need for Sun Screen. A cooler also makes a good storage unit for your bottled water 💦. All in all, I learned quite a bit from your video. Good job 👍🏻!
Good job! Maybe add a box of ammo for your small arm, a poncho for cover and some Benadryl for your bug bite kit.
As always, Ben, you have a very logical, no nonsense approach to whatever kit you are putting together! Very thoughtful and thanks for sharing!
thank you. enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Even if people just adopt the basics shown here it'll make all the diffence. Good going dude!
thanks.
Very well thought out set-up! Here's a couple of things that I thought of: spare socks to store with the boots, toilet paper (you just never know!), medical scissors for the med kit & a rain poncho.
They sell toilet paper tabs, condensed, the size of a quarter, that expands and blows up for alot of toilet paper. Canadian Prepper sells them I believe.
I have seen SO many survival kits and have adapted my own rendition of a survival pack and yours is by far the best. It is very similar to my own preferences and seems to be very reliable. So many people lack necessary things and don't realize it but your setup is geared for nearly any situation you may encounter. Other than the flares, one thing I may add is a signaling mirror and other small things like that, that way if your stuck while in the wilderness you can easily signal a helicopter or other survivor. A mirror is also very light weight and can be stored anywhere. Other than that, I will use this video as a reference from now on and I admire how much thought you put in and how much intelligence and preparedness you have. Also, thanks for giving links for the gear you showed, makes my life so much easier when looking for things to add to my pack! Thanks Ben!
there is a mirror on the compass
Love my Typhoon packs as I own two. I like the compact size of them unlike bigger packs that stick out like a sore thumb which in a SHTF situation will paint a target on you and trying to stay as grey man as possible is best. My packs however are a bit more extreme than yours but only because I drive a truck over the road so food, fire, shelter, water and protection are must haves but still like being the minimalist. Biggest difference here is I have my IFAK mounted even with the bottom on the left side and the maxpedition radio holder above it for my HAM radio. I keep my folding blade on my mag pouch on my belt and my fixed blade mounted upside down on the left shoulder strap (right hand dominate). I will never mount a blade anywhere that is not within my peripheral vision. Reason being is one, it's hard to get to in a split second when you don't have time to take your pack off to get to it and two when a blade is mounted behind you, this makes it easy for someone else to pull it from behind and use it against you.
Definitely a really cool kit. I liked the idea of having a pair of boots with you. I’m wearing sandals a lot as well so thanks for the idea. I also liked the redundancy of having lots of charging devices, especially the solar panel.. didn’t think of that one lol.
One needs to rotate out that water every month in the cooler seasons and every two weeks in the summer months. Keep it fresh and healthy considering the quality of pre bottled water.
Subgunman you can leave pre botteled water for years without it going bad
@@AJACITY heat can cause the plastic components to seep into the water.
Great video, gave me some great ideas and showed me a few weak areas I have. Thanks
good video, good shoe tip, I sometimes do that but I'm not consistent about it. the one thing i plan to put in my car is a folding shovel. two thumbs up
Nice video Ben. A lot of excellent ideas. I'll be adding some of them to my gear. From my personal experience I'm reasonably confident saying changing a tire on I-95 could qualify for one of the dangerous acts on America's Got Talent.
lol, many places like that.
Good job, I been doing this for 4 decades. Even in large trucks carried that and tote with food. We grew up on ranch, very rural. Did deep wilderness backpacking in Gila as well back home. I have both go bag and 100L pack for my Amateur radio gear as well.
It’s amazing that common sense and mentality of those in rural areas is so foreign to city dwellers. Glad you are prepared and thanks a ton for watching my video.
Excellent kit Ben. I think that is the most comprehensive one I've seen to date on UA-cam. Nicely done my friend.
thanks brother.
Great video showing us some really cool products Ben! May I suggest - rather than putting all your stuff in a hard-side tote or box of some kind, use a duffel bag. Its pliable and will conform to odd shaped spaces in your vehicle better than a fixed, hard-sided tote.
I used to use a duffel but ended up breaking stuff.
One of the best videos and probably the best kit I've seen - great job!
Lots of great ideas and products there.
thanks for watching.
Nice load out. I keep a pair of monoculars in my bag. You never know when you might have to scope out an earea ahead of you. Just my thought.
Tow ropes are good, but they are meant for towing. When you want to pull someone out of a ditch, invest in a snatch strap. They are meant to be used to retrieve vehicles. They basically act like a rubber band and can yank a vehicle out of a ditch. Good vid Ben.
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Yes recovery straps from Rhino.
Worth it to watch just to see that sling shot! Also recommend an instant ice pack and a hand towel. My grandmother fell while getting out of my car. She was bleeding and her arm was swelling from a broken bone. I had a towel for the bleeding, but would have given anything to have an instant ice pack which now does live in my car.
Thanks... this is the most detailed, and practical car kit I have seen. I'll be using this site to revisit my own supplies.
The DEET in the bug spray will melt nylon. Make sure it's not leaking over time!
Here's my kit I keep in my car. I also have a two part kit.
In my car I have a 750amp jump starter with a built in tire inflator, and an external input to use as a generator and USB ports to charge a phone. A full car fire extinguisher, a professional jack to change a tire, some big hook cables, weather proof duct tape and clear duct tape. A portable road flare sign that folds out into a triangle, and a spare set of jumper cables. I also have a tire repair kit.
I have a survival kit in a small bag and I have a Les Stroud Survival kit(for worst case scenario)
My main kit in my bag includes a multi-tool hatchet with a knife, screwdrivers, bottle opener, hammer, wrench, wire cutter, a small pocket knife. A six inch ferro rod with striker, hard wood sticks for tinder, a portable stove(with fuel tabs), a dual cooking pot, water bottle with cooking cup, USB flashlight, bug spray, sun tan lotion, gloves, and I have a full emergency medical kit with a mini survival kit packed into that as well.
But some high visibility gloves and a jacket would be a good idea. I also like that Anker charger kit, but the 750amp jumper I have is really good and I've saved many drivers on the road. So maybe I'll get one as a backup.
But I like your kit overall.
great set up, the little pouches with dust aid stuff is a great idea
Pretty solid man. Few suggestions though. I highly recommend keeping all your gear out of visual sight so shitbags don't smash and grab your stuff.
For the basket you mentioned, I highly recommend the new Ridgid Tool boxes, they also make a basket. Stackable, lock together, water tight and all around awesome.
i'll check those out thanks. I typically will lock down my bag if I am going to be somewhere for an extended period or take it inside with me at night.
AZBADBOYz dont mattef insurance would cover it
Thanks for this video. I just purchased the Anker jump starter. I needed this for my SUV.
Good video. Finally a video that doesn't start with automatic weapons. I picked up a couple of ideas
Lol
Very nice! Experience has taught me to keep a vest and light within reach of the driver. Take care!
Thats a nice Kit! Especially the Anker Jump starter! I really like that!
i have a jump starter (different brand) they are a great bit of kit
One thing about the water plastic water bottles/ containers.....when it gets really hot in your car, they say that the plastic of the waterbottle/container releases toxic elements to the water. I read and heard that on several occasions so the water from plastic containers may not be very safe.
You are correct... the toxins in the plastic that releases into the water contains BPA, which is a known carcinogen (cancer-causing agent).
BPA has not been present in water bottles or anything food grade since 2010. This isn't a concern anymore.
considering the plastic, what would you suggest someone store water in?
+FatalicGamer Just to be safe, avoid the plastics. Canned water could be an alternative; I've even recently heard of water being sold in boxed cardboard materials. However, many plastics are now BPA free. Just search the bottle and you should find your answer.
Garrett Davis Ok thanks.
Good job. I might suggest a waterproof coat, or preferably a poncho... (Use as shelter, gurney stretcher , water catcher etc...)
Great video love all you showed. Set up is perfect your ready for anything.
Keep up the good work man, you just earned a new sub!
Thanks for the video too!! If y’all travel with the wife and kids this will be very helpful
I know this is a reply to an old video... Sorry Ben. I was thinking of having the vehicle information on a laminated card in the go-bag. (I can never find my info at home when I need it). On that card you could have vehicle make, model, year, VIN, and license number. With a sharpie you could record where the vehicle was left when it had to be evacuated. If you have to leave the vehicle for any reason, you could identify the vehicle and where it was last known to be... may be important for vehicle retrieval and insurance purposes later.
good ideas.
If you're gonna have a glass breaker, which I think everyone should have, it should be up front where you can get to it easily. It ain't gonna do you much good if your car's flipped over, on fire, sinking in a river, whatever the case may be and it's sitting in the back. You should also make sure you've tested it thoroughly before you put it in your vehicle. The last thing you want in a tool like this is something that is going to break on you when you need it the most.
You should have a few around your car, example console/glovebox and one in the back seat
I have a Smith & Wesson pocket knife with a seatbelt cutter and window breaker. It's easy to carry and is always in my pocket.
Yup! I have mine tethered inside my center console.
I havent tried it yet but the head rest from the front seats of most cars come out all the way and it has two metal spikes that could he used to knock out side windows.
Just an FYI but your headrest posts act as a glass break. In case y’all did not know.
One thing I always put in a first aid kit is liquid bandage. That stuff is great for covering odd shaped or long cuts and it has antiseptic in it. It also can help you get rid of pimples from my experience.
good tip, thanks.
superhelicase if yoy smell that you find out it is clear nailpolish i dont know if it is trust worthy
well thought out kit. you balance the weight/bulk utility questions well.
I think you did a very good job, not all are the same, but the fact you grab stuff from it all the time says you give it thought. Thanks.
One of the best car setups I have seen Ben! Thanks for sharing, Dawn
Another great vid man. I have a very similar setup in my truck. One other thing you might think about since your carrying a few tools is a folding saw especially since you live in Michigan. I cant tell you how many times ive used my cheap fiskars folding saw that I keep under my drivers seat and its been invaluable. Everything from cutting a small 10" tree that fell across the road making it impassable after a wind storm which ive found is often quicker and easier then dragging out the tow strap to drag the tree out of the way. Ive also pulled it out at a buddies when we needed to cut a 2X4 and he didn't have a saw at his place. I promptly jokingly gave him some grief for that by the way.
Just ordered the, "Wow Saw" today on Amazon.
Great vid, you gave me some ideas for improvements I have in my car kit. Will have to remake my vid once I pick up a few things :) thanks!
nice, thanks.
You should add a 4 way water key so you can get water from commercial buildings. Some buildings have Spigots without handles on them. Great video!
good idea, I think I have one actually.
I would suggest putting the high vis west in the glove compartment for easy access before exiting the car
good suggestion, thanks.
I'm a huge fan of car kits. I'm an outdoorsy person and constantly rely on my car in remote areas so I love to get ideas from other people. Thanks for making this video! I recommend checking out I like to make stuffs Chanel, and specifically his land cruiser tool box how to video, its pretty neat and cane easily be simplified and put in any size SUV in theory
nice, I'll look for it.
Its always on videos like these where the ego trippers, who live so deep inside the biggest cities they never see the grass, tend to drop their "knowledge" of this, that and the other! Great video man! Ignore the haters.
Great video!!!! Saw some items that I don't have in my bag. Time to go spend more money.
I love your videos! They are super helpful. Thank you for showing your kit!
Thanks.
Maxpedition sure does make some excellent packs. Expensive but worth it. Thanks for the video.
Great kit. I keep a lot of the same items and more in my truck. I travel almost 50 miles one way to work so I like to have enough items to get me home. I tend to add to my kit everytime I need something and don't have it. Then I add one to my kit. Good job.
great way to do it. my kits evolve for that very reason. what I need and don't have etc.
Really nice. Can I suggest you add a pair of socks in your hiking shoes since you say you wear flip flops a lot?
good suggestion, thanks.
The same thought crossed my mind while i was watching! Lol
I was thinking that too. Great idea with the boots in the car; good wool socks.
Can't you see the boots in there?????
I use a plastic milk crate in back. Homds things like cleaners, jmpr cbls, tire plug kit etc. Homds everything nice and neat....
Good video!
Really sweet kit. Definitely the most realistic one I've seen.
thanks steve.
awesome video you're the first one I've seen with a jump starter in your vehicle besides me
Great video; might want to test the ANKER charger on a comparable battery as yours. Lots of reviews say it won't. I had a similar situation and the wife had a charger that didn't work, but the folks we called had a charger (much larger) and it did work. Just saying, the charger should rate with the battery (in real life - as opposed to their advertising). Both were much larger than the ANKER.
Great ideas! Thanks. Time to start creating a vehicle kit for my car. I just have a few random things thrown everywhere.
one of the things i also like to keep in my car that can easily go on my pack are a pair of collapsing hiking poles, great in all weather on rough ground or ice or just that extra help if you have a few long miles to walk. can also use them as emergency splints for a leg or arm or make a makeshift pull behind sledge (in combo with the paracord or gorilla tape ). as someone earlier stated, id also keep a compact tarp in my pack and car or a couple of the large contractor sized garbage bags, can be used as shelter as a small tarp, a waterproof bag or an emergency rain poncho...i love multi function items...anyways, great vid, great ideas ..thanks.
great tip. i actually keep mine in the car too
Can you post a link to some of your gear so I can check it out. Backpack etc. thanks man.
Very informative. You have some unique things.
The amount a gear that you carry in your vehicle is impressive. I guess i need a bigger vehicle. Great Vid. Thanks!
Just found your channel. Great videos brotha! 👍
thanks.
Have you considered having some saline wash in your kit? I figured it would be great to have if you got something in your eye or need to clean out a wound.
Hey Ben, I use a 5 gallon bucket with reflective tape and a gamma seal for tool/supply storage. Works as a seat or add the ratcheting straps as a bucket pack. Safety vest and Lifegear magnetic light flares stay behind passenger seat for quick access in emergencies and attaches to vehicle or included magnetic bases. Been thinking about blue can water for my water supply in vehicle. Just a couple suggestions, keep up the great vids!
thanks for the input. have a great weekend.
this is a really good kit everything has a realistic use !! good kit man
thanks.
Nice set up! Thank you
Hey man, Great video! Where can you get that fire suppression spray?
Fire extinguisher is a better option, it will put out more fire, also nomex fire proof gloves, are a good thing to have, save you from getting burnt.
If you get the condor tactical belt off Amazon you get 2 mag pouches with it they fit great on knife sheaths for fire steels and stuff.
Nice bag you should make a video of you using your bag then ,a post get home analysis of what you like and dont like about your current setup. Thanks for the vids
that is a great idea. i have been thinking about doing that and more scenarios like that.
Excellent video! Instead of a "milk crate", I chose a fairly cheap cooler to put my stuff in. Mainly to store a gallon of water and the bag. In the summer, the car gets so hot that I needed a way to keep the water at a more stable temperature and to protect the small food items in my bag. It works, but may limit the amount of gear you feel you would need.
i have an excellent solution coming up soon ;)
Hey Ben, this is one of the better car survival bags and presentations. Could you let me know the brand of hat headlamp ? Here in Florida I'm a fan of carrying sunglasses, sun screen and a hat in my car bag.
and insect repellent - says the kid raised in Mississippi.
I have a portable bow saw attached to my bug out bag and plan on getting a small hand axe. Also have a Lifestraw as well.
good stuff, thanks.
great kit in the jeep bro and that light dont forget the eggs get cracking
Good info big mahalos for sharing 🤙🏽 maybe add a whistle for audible signaling. Just a thought
i now have a whistle on the outside ;)
Very good vid. Learned alot. Thank you.
thanks.
You kept saying that you don't plan on this or you don't plan on that happening... Might be a good idea for you to also consider the unplanned / unexpected... Life tends to throw curve balls from time to time.
sweet gear my friend. thanks for sharing.
Good vid. I live in a large metropolitan area. With the bag in my car, I tried to think in terms of if there was a total breakdown (dirty bomb, emp, etc) and I was on the other side of town / 50 mi from the house what would I need to make it that far (multi day hike staying as inconspicuous as possible). The first thing I saw was the boots and some good socks (hard to walk long distances in rain/cold in slip on loafers)
You should try organizing your gear in a bicycle trailer and have a folding bike to haul your stuff if your car breaks down.Great video!
I have a bike rack on the back but only take my bike if I plan on riding it. if I were bugging out it would come with.
I even have old 82 Radio Shack Solar panels with patch with diode for charging batteries. Had jeeps as well. They had the Mash 4077th logo on it as well.
Awesome Ben, cracking load out right there! Got everything covered as always :D D: so thank you for the video buddy.
thanks my friend.
Really like that pack Ben nice setup
thanks brother
Fat Prepper > Skinny Prepper > Fat Person > Skinny Person
Most of us live in urban jungles not the amazon forest so being nimble to outrun animals is not a need and an AR15 can take out most beasts. Also if you´re fat like me, you have the mindset to welcome survival situations because it is like an opportunity to eat beef jerkeys (I love Jack Links too!), smoke some cigars and lose weight in the process. If it´s cold, then the extra fat keep us warm and if the situation is dismal the fat will sustain us longer than skinny people. Most skinny preppers generally don´t have the mindset to welcome survival situations.
SHTF Ample Prepper wrong, atop using your rifle as a crutch. Why do you think the military has physical standards that need to be met in order to go to battle? Anyone more fit than you has a greater chance of survival, and when your rifle or sidearm aren’t readily available, and your in hand to hand with someone, you’ll regret having that useless fat on you. Cheers
Well thought out kit. Thank you for sharing. Stephen, Ohio
thanks Stephen.
You for SURE need to get a quality tourniquet in your med kit. As and EMT.... Tourniquets save lives. You don't have time to improvise one in the field. Especially if you are the one bleeding out. The 3 staples of a good trauma kit 1. Bleeding (tourniquet/packing gauze) 2. Airway(NPA)3. Respiratory (chest seals/decompression needle)
You should follow the march algorithm, Massive hemorrhage, Airway, Respiratory, Circulatory, Heat loss, and everything else. Also you should check with your good samaritan laws because in some states you can be sued for using a decompression needle. Most states require being at least a certified paramedic.
Nice setup!
How long do you leave the water in your car before you switch it out? Great idea for a car bag.
I myself have some surgical gloves , Tourniquet, a disposable phone , Ham Radio , a emergency signaling mirror, just in case . Small pair of Binoculars, and some items that you have mentioned on your video , flashlight,knives.... Etc... Great video .
ahh. i do have a small pair of binos i should put in there. thanks.
Love this video! Better ready than sorry
I try to keep a roll or two of waterproof duct tape. And a few hose clamps. I also have old plastic milk crates. The other thing is extra clothing. More on accident in my case. But some socks and an old flannel shirt has come in handy more times than I can count. Keep up the good work.
great tips. thanks Bill.
Hey there, I also have a machete, a small shovel, a medical kit that stays in there always, canopy, 2 folding chairs, a folding table, a over the fire A frame for cooking at a picnic or strandid, and a extensive tool kit and all of this stays in my truck all the time..
Great items to have.
Pretty cool set up man
Thanks.
What size Anker battery pack was that in the Maxpedition micro pouch at 13:08? It and that Goal Zero one fit perfectly in that pouch. Love it.
Great video! I am currently working on a get-home bad in my truck and am looking at what others are using correctly and smartly. I really need to get some compartmentalized bags like you have. / About what did you spend on yours and is it Expedition?
Great kit but you should add nvg, and a rappel kit. Along with a portable stretcher. In case the situation comes where you have someone who can't move.
Nice video, a lot of good ideas.
I would recommend adding an additional tarp or canvas sheet just in case because you never know when you might need shelter and in my experience those emergency blankets are very durable as far as shelter building. Just a thought great video.
I do add a wool blanket and tarp in the winter. I should have one in there though you are right.
Freaking love that jump starter!
comes in handy and packs small. also multiuse.
how match did your go back with all those things in it cost you (including the bag) ???
The 1rst thing for survival is the physical condition. If you are not in good condition, your chances are minimal in case of disaster. Healthy and strong is the first.
I used to carry those same water jugs but a few years ago I just started carrying a 20l scepter jerry can behind my drivers seat in the footwell. I keep it at about 4 gallons. That way if it freezes the can is able to handle it. 20l might be overkill, but that's what they had at the sale where I bought it. It comes in handy at camp. It would also easily fill all of my canteens as well as whatever pop bottles happened to be laying around.
thanks for the input.