Outstanding kit. Great ideas. Only thing i would suggest is a bottle sleeve for your everyday water bottle/coffee thermos. When things get squirely, we all get thristy.
An alternative to the full size glow stick is a number of small fishing glow sticks. I would recommend getting the 4.0mm diameter sticks instead of the 4.5mm as the 4.5mm ones simply have more plastic around the same amount of glow material, causing them to be dimmer/cloudy than the 4.0mm size. I keep mine in either a small baggie packs of 5 or I attach them in a chain using a strip of duct tape folded over just the tip. This allows me to keep a strip of small glow sticks organized and accessible in my pack. Just pull one off of the strip and break it thoroughly. They take a little more work to break the vial thoroughly and they last a shorter amount of time, but they are remarkably bright for 1-3 hours and I can carry dozens while taking up less space/weight. They are also drastically cheaper than the liquid vial glow sticks. I see them being used as disposable markers/beacons or a small light source. They can be purchased on Temu, EBay, etc. $5 for a pack of 100 is hard to beat. Pro tip: if you want them to last all night or a few nights, just make one crack in the inner solid powder vial. As the reaction works its way through the powder, it will last drastically longer, but not be as bright.
@@AlexWanderAlso, a yellow reflective vest allows you to blend in or take charge.The pen in my Nutsack is also a weapon. A whistle and safety glasses might be useful. Pro-Tip: Only buy Cyalume brand snap lights and keep them in their mylar packaging so as to keep the light sensitive chemicals from degradation!
I carry pretty much the same stuff, but i prefer to keep the most critical items on my body. The pdp in in my waistband, the multitool (i go for a swiss knife in urban environments), the flashlight and lighter are in my pockets. Medical stuff, power bank, and i also usually carry extra batteries for the flashlight, some water and some food, will be in my pack, so if they are stolen or lost, i still have my first emergency line. Another useful thing i do is keep a 20, a 10 and a 5€ on me. You could always find a shop with the basics and buy something, in Italy 35€ if used wisely will have you covered for a couple days
I have a small edc pouch on me and an LT Creed IFAK on me all the time but yes I agree on what you said, cash is king !thanks for sharing your thoughts truly inspiring!
Great kit! I’ll use a low profile fanny pack instead of the sling though and a regular pepper spray instead of the pistol looking one. Also maybe try to carry everything in pockets/belt, use cargo pants, shirts with chest/arms pockets, a smock if it’s chilly.
Great video, excellent channel. Stoked to have stumbled across your content. Interesting to see the differences and similarities in carry items between us here in the States and Europe. Stay safe.
Good little kit! How do you keep hydrated with this kit? Running/hiking/marching and exerting energy is going to make someone thirsty. Even if you come across a “potable” water source, you might want to keep some kind of container 🫙 to hold water in. If you come across a questionable water source, you can use a filter or water purification tablets to make it safe(r) to drink.
That is a well thought out pack. You make a good point about being able to hop a fence and I’m definitely adding tourniquet, burn gel, and cut proof gloves to my EDC.
I think your thoughts are right. For me, an urban survival kit and a get home bag are the same thing. It's about getting home as fast and as well as possible, where safety awaits in most conceivable SHTF scenarios. I'm currently using the TT Essential 15l daypack, but will consider downsizing to a smaller bag. Thanks for introducing your thoughtfully planned kit. If space allows, I would add a foldable 300ml Hydrapak, a mini water filter and something edible like an energy bar or a 10g bag of gummy bears to the kit, to provide some energy in an emergency.
The Tat Essential 15 liters is an amazing pack for its semplicity! I honestly never thought about a water bladder for the urban scenario but I think it’s a good point of view from you, thanks so much for sharing it, I will think on that!🙏🏻🔥
I’m commuting often by public transport to work wish is not too far away from home. Besides my work stuff I don’t have the capacity to carry a lot with me. I like your concept of having such a small EDC.
If you work in an office/have an assigned desk, for example, you could set up a small get home pack/kit and store it at work. If you need it, or an unexpected situation happens, you can grab it and go.
I have two packs that sit in different vehicles. The 18l Tasmanian Tiger essentials pack and the 5.11 MOAB 10. I believe you should carry a poncho, water container, lighter, water purifier, compass and a multi tool as a minimum. I totally agree that a pack is a liability but not having essential kit is far more so. I would also suggest forgetting the grey man principle, simply having a bag will make you a target. Use stealth, avoid crowds wherever possible and be prepared to lie up for some time whilst a situation resolves itself or whilst waiting for darkness. If you cannot move quickly and clear obstacles you will not do well. Be prepared to present a credible threat to predators encouraging them to seek a softer target. I like your philosophy and your presentation style very much and look forward to more content. Stay safe Alex.
I tend to carry a Gray a ultrapress as a edc bottle , you are not the only one who told me about collapsible bottles and I’m thinking to add one to the kit! Another extreme option would be to transform the classic small plastic bottle in collapsible ones in case we don’t have a proper one , classic small plastic bottle are made now with less plastic so you can compress them very well even if I know they won’t last longer 🙏🏻
Look into/consider the sports drinks plastic bottles (Gatorade/powerade etc). They seem to have a little bit thicker plastic than a flimsy bottle of water. Or a reusable water bottle similar to the one bicyclists use.
I've been carrying my urban gear inside a 5.11 Banger 2 for two years now. It does have a tactical look but it's black so it doesn't stand out too much. Inside I have quite a few medical items, a flashlight, a pepper spray, and some small tools in a tin can. I like the outer molle webbing that allows for some customization. Great video Alex 👍🏻
Great points raised here. I really struggle with slings because no matter how small, they always seem to drag down one shoulder, so id definitely keep my small rucksack, but i could do with going through it and double checking its contents
Realism is key. Apparently a backpack would get attention in Europe. I live near a college town/healthcare hub in America where backpacks are common among nurses and students. Blending in with a plain looking backpack is easy here. Gotta tailor your gear to your area!!!
Very thought provoking. Cheers again mate. That's a pretty smart kit. Just ensure the torch has the strobe capability to blind people when your trying to escape. In SHTF scenarios, it's about getting out of the city. Which is why I don't live in the city.
A great video! As I see in the comments, it made us think about your scenario, and then consider what we would need to accomplish the mission. I agree with you - I would trade more gear/slower travel for less gear/faster travel every time. The only thing(s) I would add to your list of items is a silcock key (sp?), a collapsible 1 liter water bag, and a few water treatment tabs. To my kit, I will take your advice and add some burn treatment items, and also something to wash out my eyes, in case I wind up downwind of the wrong place at the wrong time. Thanks for a great video. Stay safe out there.
Thank you! So glad You enjoyed it! I have a silkcock key in my edc pouch that I keep in my pants, i agree with you on the fact that I should add some water purification tablets to my kit!! Thanks for sharing !
I agree with your logic on the sizing of your bag in crowds!! It's dangerous and mine is not much bigger than the one you are showing us and it goes everywhere I go
Great video! Although I don't live in an urban area, all points you made makes total sense. I think i would add some water or at least a life straw filter . Can go awhile without food but not too long without a drink. Love your videos and insights 👍👍
Hi there, i dont know much about you, but the way you present yourself gives me the impression that you have been in the tactical field of work. I am an IT-Person and dont know much about how to carry myself through a crisis. If i may, can i ask you for a recommendation for the following problem: I need to cover 500km on a short notice. What transportation method would you recommend? I need to be very highly self sufficient. I am carrying a laptop but i would also need some observation gear good for observing roads and vehicles 5km away. what back backpack and what visual system would you recommend? lastly how would i defend against blunt and sharp weapons? is pepper spray enough? i figured i dont have to prep for guns, once i am in such a situation its over anyways. the gear should be unassuming. If 500km cant be done in 16hours what sleeping system would you recommend in suburban areas? How common is thermal vision? if its common the sleeping system should acommodate for that.
Sorry to be late with the reply , Better to have a car for 500 km or an electronic bicycle if you are well trained in order to save some electricity, it also depends on the type of terrain you have to go through. If you want to be very self sufficient I would switch a laptop with a tablet , and find a good portable solar power device taking in consideration of the weather is bad you won’t get much energy. I would choice a pack bigger than 40 liters . From what you say you would need a very good Binocular but I’m not an expert sorry , there are also thermal binoculars that also have a good range but I think they are expensive . As a shelter I would use something easy to set up such as a goretex bivy bag , hope it helps!
Another great video my friend! I was going to suggest adding a bandana to your kit, but I guess you EDC a neck scarf on your person. I have heard of EDC packs that have portable trip alarms that you can setup should you need to get your head down in an abandon building or the likes, but I've seen many of your videos and know you'd utilise your surroundings with things like stones or broken glass etc on floor surfaces to alert you of intruders. Personally I need a larger bag for urban EDC and am currently transitioning from the Vertx Readypack 3.0 to the Roaring Fire Waxed Canvas backpack. It's a little similar to the Nutsac products in its looks and a smart looking but practical pack.
Thanks so much! Yes I tend to carry a dark brown sheaf that doesn’t scream tactical 🤙🏻 Never heard about pack with portable tripwire alarms , could you share some brand’s name please?
I have a similar equipment, but without pepper spray and less first aid (no burn gel for example). I would add a space blanket. It's so versatile, saves you and others from heat, cold, you can signal with it etc. I also have a HAD tube scarf (an original one), because you can use it for so many things and it takes no space.
I have the Finnish gas mask bag in the car. Content.. Dutch poncho with small ground Sheet. Dutch water bottle and canteen. Trangia triangle. Opinel 12' saw and knife Fire starting items. Very basic first aid kit. Fishing line and hooks. Camo net scarf . Bag of dried fruit & nuts. I can also cary a small man bag/purses. With phone charger ect... Last but not least I have a mini condor machete and replica BB gun. I also have the opportunity to grab a sleeping bag or wool blanket. This doesn't include my EDC which is for another comment 😂
If you have a concern about being searched by authorities while carrying a backpack in an emergency, I'd extend that concern to just about any bag short of a woman with a purse. Other than the pepper spray gun, which I'll admit I don't know the laws in your area, there doesn't appear to be anything remotely illegal or controversial in the small bag to get you in trouble. That same principal can easily be extended to a larger day pack. As you said, "bugging in" is usually the best option and could very well mean sheltering at your place of work until things calm down. A day pack will allow you to have food, spare clothes, personal hygiene products and comfort items handy that would never fit in your small bag. It would also allow you to carry extra PPE such as dust masks(think 9/11) and work gloves.
Hunkering down is always smartest, agreed. Though I have children that I would have to get to as fast as possible. A small kit like that is all I'll need for a few days if need be bar a bottle or pot for sterilizing water or survival straw.
Where is your water? Are you carrying a water bottle separately in your hand? If so what are you doing with it while you jump a fence or get in a scuffle/get knocked to the ground? Try running, climbing and dealing with adrenaline dumps for an hour and see how quickly you become thirsty. Now add to that breathing in toxic smoke and/dust from a collapsed or bruning building while doing it. Water is the key item in good decision making where your in an environment of high physical and emotional stress. A lot of tier 1 guys have used small go bags with just water, that's how important it is. Also no space blanket? That's great you can stop the bleed with a TQ but then you get hypothermic from cutting clothing clear / being wet from bleeding and being in shock while waiting for medical help. How about a paper map of the local area, it may be important for planning a new route when you find out an area has been locked down or is on fire, has rioting ect. Or just for talking to someone and then being able to meet up on a specific street or explain where you are to coordinate a pick up. Smart phone as map is for a best case scenario not a worst case one. A dust mask may also be important in a disaster as history has shown many times. A carabiner clipped to your gear always looks cool in videos and IG pics but that also draws attention. Normal people don't carry those. And if its for protection then you need to be able to take the time (uninterrupted) to unclip it. It cant just go in your pocket? Same with a tactical flashlight... isnt that a lot better in your pocket than in a bag? Lastly those gloves are nice and compact but will melt if used to handle hot smouldering debris or anything to do with fire which covers a lot of things really. Forgot to say just my opinions, good concept in this video though.
I tend to carry a GRAYL ultrapress attached with a carabiner to the sling on in my jacket , plus I carry a silkcock key in my edc pouch that always stays in my pants to reach public water 🙏🏻
@AlexWander Sure. My daily bag always includes water, some snacks , socks and a T-shirt, first aid kit and the Kindle in case of a long waiting. Never smaller than 20 liters. Retro look is best to me.
@@MrPerrogaton nice! Which country are you in? I'm in Australia. On the edge of the outback. I generally wear a military vest, as backpacks get way to hot.
Thank you ,this has made me think and look at my EDC rucksack set up , I'm currently building a car bag , time to re- think , thank you for your advice
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Very well done,this is a very good thougt out kit. To much is too much and too little is not enough.. To have some basic edc on your body is the most import thing one should have.. As for a regular pack i like to have a somewhat more complete set near me. I prefer a small backpack to have my hands free to run without a bag flopping around my body. I keep that under 20 lbs, fully loaded, with some water and food and that pack doubles as a get home bag and would be halfbad as a basic bug out bag and would also work well for an unexpected overnight in a hotel. I take that only with when i go for a longer trip and usually i do not carry it around and leave it in the car or Hotel etc. But as much as i want o have this backpack with me in reality a small shoulder bag with a few items is what i carry most times when exploring the places/ citys while travelling or walking around in my hometown. I always keep a good amount of stuff in my car and an empty backpack too. But this what you show is a very good extended edc kit to have with if you do not want to carry that pack and your car is parked a couple miles away.. Or for a person travelling by bus or train etc. that is already carrying his normal regular travel Gear/ suitcase . Most packs you see are pretty set for use when riding in a car someplace, but here in Europe people tend to travel a lot more in trains , busses and walk away from their cars further distances than most folks in the US. One thing- outside my hometown I would like to always have some water purification like a lifestraw or similar with me. As for the multitool i came to the point where i prefer a regular Swiss Army knife ( or regular multitool) plus a pair of small, pointed combination pliers with wire cutting ability and insulated handles. Especially for urban use where electricity and cables are present. And always carry spare prescription glases. An M95 mask could be added too. Besides that mask, a water purifier and a mylar blanket, one might have an cheap emergency poncho in the bag even if he is wearing multifunctional cloth . These four items are super light and and take very little room. Just suggestions ..🙂 Any way I appreciate videos that cover the urban aspect of prepeardness. The majority of people spend only a fraction of their live outdoors and the most will not leave the citys in a crisis for the unreal idea of surviving in the woods. Still the majority of bags and packs that are shown are heavy loaded with outdoor equipment. The only case for here in Germany and comparable countries around would be to be able to spent a night or two outdoors in a get home situation without freezing to death. And even that is pretty unlikely as most parts are so urbanized that it is very easy to get to and find some sort of building to shelter in .
I couldn’t agree with you more with all that said! And living off the land without getting back to urbanized areas from time to time is a huge myth! Maybe the 3% of the worldwide population could be able to live in nature their entire existence , for two reason: first we would need lots of knowledge second nature offer way less than what was available before the 800! Less edible plants less animals etc etc , that’s why I want to be as realistic as possible as possible! Thanks you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts I really appreciated it!
Since we are talking about going low profile, I would probably switch to different pepper spray - one that does not look like a pistol. There might be situation where you are unsure whether or not to take it out, and in such cases, you can walk around with cylindrical can in hand no problem. Pistol shaped object, even if not actually a pistol, can needlessly escalate the situation. And of course there is law enforcement - you are seen with some nondescript can - no biggie, but if they see something looking like a firearm, they are going to use the real ones in response.
I agree with you and since it’s becoming harder to find its proper pepper refill I was Lately looking for something else, any suggestion? Thanks For sharing!
@@AlexWander Well, I only recently started gathering info about pepper sprays - after I had couple less than pleasant experiences with dogs in relatively short time, so I am no expert, but this brand named Sabre red seems to be generaly recommended. They even have one model that looks like larger ink pen, so points for low profile there. Thank you for producing quality content, I wish you well..
Es bueno tener tu opinión como punto de referencia y adaptarlo personalmente con la necesidad individual , me gustaría en lo personal una mochila de 15 litros como la fjallraven que mostraste o una Savotta kahakka 15 litros , tienes los objetivos claros de acuerdo a tu necesidad y ambiente 👍🏽
New to your channel, love your work. The sling pack is soooo underestimated! I never leave my house without mine! I keep a green bandana I got from the dollar store in there, that’s what I would add.
in a survival situation obviously you will get an adrenaline strike so you WILL get thisty and tired after the adrenaline kick. Of course in cities the chances for water to be polluted means I would rather take a filter with chemical capabilities like the OKO 500ml bootle or the same from other brands. It allow me to have and to procure water. And some enregy bars to replenish myself after a run from the problem area. Aslo you never know when it may happens so a way to protect your from the elements, a mylar or a plastic sheet in case you need to take some rest.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Truly appreciated! I’m tend to carry a GRAYL Titanium Ultrapress attached with the carabiner on the sling bag, some energy bars need to be definitely added to my bag for sure! I tend to keep an emergency blanket in my pocket along with my main edc pouch! Thank you!
Ciao Alex, io uso uno zainetto monospalla Miltec, ha una capienza sicuramente maggiore di un marsupio che mi consente di portare ogni giorno a lavoro tutto il necessario. Abbastanza comodo da shiftare dal retro al davanti, ma risulta talvolta scomodo da indossare o sfilare soprattutto quando si indossano giubbotti con cappuccio o indumenti ingombranti con altrettanti lacci o appigli che possono ostacolare le movimentazioni.
Great Bag with good stuff but if the tourniquet is from rhino rescue i don't think it's a good quality. This thing have to work in the situation you need it! Your videos are great. Greetings from germany brother! ❤
Yes it’s from rhino Rescue, I’ve put one of them tourniquets under some stress tests and ai didn’t break it so I don’t know what to say 🤷♂️ Thanks so much for your words ! 🙏🏻🔥
@@AlexWander thank you for the great content man. Could you do a video on where to camp if you are stuck in a city all night? I'm near Paris and sometimes I miss the last train to my town because of protests etc. and have to go around Paris all night while there is protests etc.
Hey Alex love the content you make is there any way you can make another pick lock video for a kit that we could purchase like you said in a earlier video the one that you use they don't make those pick locks anymore and I was wondering if you can make a video on pick locking and different pick lock kits that we could use that we could purchase thank you and keep up the good work God bless you brother
You have gloves, but might want to look into cut resistant gloves for things like glass and sharp metal flashing that might be around windows you have to go though.
My gloves are cut resistant , not at the highest levels but they protect you quite a bit, I will definitely look for something better, thanks for sharing!🙏🏻
I dont know if it's legal in Europe, but if you are able to obtain a can of bear spray, it would IMO be a better self-defense option compared to the pepper spray pistol you are carrying now. The bear spray disperses it contents over a wider and greater distance and could potentially keep a large group of people at bay, enabling you to escape.
Small pliers, small scissors, power bank and cable,big spoon, Opinel 7 knife, flashlight, All this in special organizer I have a small backpack almost always because of my laptop. Pen, small notebook, folding knife on me. I pay by cash not by credit card. Water bottle and thermos mug for coffee
There are so many cheaper alternatives on the market lately for the bag, it’s important to find one that fits your need and it last long.🤙🏻 Rhino Rescue stuff works well , without breaking the bank 🤙🏻
Alex ? that Arcterix backpack you showed at the beginning as an example of what not to use during SHTF - could you please tell me what model it is exactly? I don't see it on the Arcterix website, but it looks good for my everyday office needs :) ...
Looks like it’s the Assault Pack 30 or 45 and it’s from Arcteryx’s LEAF division (Law Enforcement and Armed Forces) not aimed at the general civilian side. If you think Arc’teryx is expensive generally LEAF stuff is up another level in price. 😂
Hello! It’s an Arcteryx LEAF KHARD 30 liters , I light would use it as a BOB Stored in the trunk of my car but I would use something way smaller to travel through the city 🙏🏻
What you can do is put an R 500 hardened steel plate in the book bag and put it in front of you or behind you or you can get soft body armor and do that assuming you can get body armor in the mail I mean you can have just about anything else I don't know how it is over in Italy but and y'all can't have guns you know what I mean but like we do here in America we can kind of order those things mostly not the whole gun things but some parts
This is a good advice, thanks for sharing! i think we can get an armor plate but the gun market is very limited even for the things bought online and shipped 🤷🏻 Thanks for sharing!
It's important to have maps of our city/country in paper. Regarding backpacks I avoid any tactical looking ones. People in panic will flock to anyone who they think can provide help. Tactical stuff is often associated to military and security. In a SHTF situation we must go from point A to Point B and having people asking for help will not be a good thing imo.
Ciao, come te la cavi col divieto di porto di coltelli e multitool? Un consiglio: potresti aggiungere una bandana, costa 2euro nei negozi cinesi e può essere molto utile! Ce ne sono un sacco di video sui vari modi d'uso della bandana
Interesting philosophy and gear list. As always, very well thought out! I assume the leather gloves and fixed blade knife are also carried? Thank you for sharing your thoughts my friend.
Thanks you! Despite a fixed blade is the only knife I consider a really knife , I can’t carry a fixed blade while I’m going Into the city so I tend to carry a leatherman multitool. I wear leather gloves only when I go into the outdoors 🙏🏻
@ thanks for the additional explanation. That makes sense, no need to provide reasons to get into trouble. Your time and work are appreciated as it gives us great resources and practical philosophy. Keep them coming! 👊👊
If you decide that you want to get yourself an actual pack rather than a sling bag in addition to having a relatively small pack you also would want to make sure that it has buckles on the shoulder straps so that heaven forbid if someone does grab a hold of your pack you can unbuckle at least one of the straps and slip out of the pack either to run or to fight.
Outstanding kit. Great ideas. Only thing i would suggest is a bottle sleeve for your everyday water bottle/coffee thermos. When things get squirely, we all get thristy.
You are definitely right! Thanks for sharing!
Who is this guy what a hidden gem of a channel. Can’t wait to go back through all his videos.
Truly honored! So glad to be useful, thanks ‘🙏🏻
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Love the cut resistant gloves
Have them in mine and believe it’s an item highly overlooked in SHTF
And a Milar Blanket … Silver / Green , one Bar of Energy Food & Mineral Tablets , a Water Straw … a candle …
Good answer
An alternative to the full size glow stick is a number of small fishing glow sticks. I would recommend getting the 4.0mm diameter sticks instead of the 4.5mm as the 4.5mm ones simply have more plastic around the same amount of glow material, causing them to be dimmer/cloudy than the 4.0mm size. I keep mine in either a small baggie packs of 5 or I attach them in a chain using a strip of duct tape folded over just the tip. This allows me to keep a strip of small glow sticks organized and accessible in my pack. Just pull one off of the strip and break it thoroughly. They take a little more work to break the vial thoroughly and they last a shorter amount of time, but they are remarkably bright for 1-3 hours and I can carry dozens while taking up less space/weight. They are also drastically cheaper than the liquid vial glow sticks. I see them being used as disposable markers/beacons or a small light source. They can be purchased on Temu, EBay, etc. $5 for a pack of 100 is hard to beat.
Pro tip: if you want them to last all night or a few nights, just make one crack in the inner solid powder vial. As the reaction works its way through the powder, it will last drastically longer, but not be as bright.
@@UncleSnoopy55 thanks for sharing, that’s a very interee suggestion I would definitely look into it! Thanks!
Yet another great video Alex. Very grounded and thought out content. 10/10
Truly honored thanks!
I would definitely add a sillcock tool in a urban environment
it's definitely a must have tool! Thanks for sharing!
@@AlexWanderAlso, a yellow reflective vest allows you to blend in or take charge.The pen in my Nutsack is also a weapon. A whistle and safety glasses might be useful.
Pro-Tip: Only buy Cyalume brand snap lights and keep them in their mylar packaging so as to keep the light sensitive chemicals from degradation!
I carry pretty much the same stuff, but i prefer to keep the most critical items on my body. The pdp in in my waistband, the multitool (i go for a swiss knife in urban environments), the flashlight and lighter are in my pockets. Medical stuff, power bank, and i also usually carry extra batteries for the flashlight, some water and some food, will be in my pack, so if they are stolen or lost, i still have my first emergency line.
Another useful thing i do is keep a 20, a 10 and a 5€ on me. You could always find a shop with the basics and buy something, in Italy 35€ if used wisely will have you covered for a couple days
I have a small edc pouch on me and an LT Creed IFAK on me all the time but yes I agree on what you said, cash is king !thanks for sharing your thoughts truly inspiring!
@@AlexWander that’s right CASH and GOLD are kings
money under a phone case is always useful if you forget your wallet
Great kit! I’ll use a low profile fanny pack instead of the sling though and a regular pepper spray instead of the pistol looking one. Also maybe try to carry everything in pockets/belt, use cargo pants, shirts with chest/arms pockets, a smock if it’s chilly.
Thx you’ve got a great point about wearing your bag on your front to help secure it 👍🏼👍🏼😎
So glad you agree! Thanks! 🙏🏻🔥
Great video, excellent channel. Stoked to have stumbled across your content. Interesting to see the differences and similarities in carry items between us here in the States and Europe. Stay safe.
Thanks so much for your words! Stay Safe too and thanks for your support!!!
Good little kit! How do you keep hydrated with this kit? Running/hiking/marching and exerting energy is going to make someone thirsty. Even if you come across a “potable” water source, you might want to keep some kind of container 🫙 to hold water in. If you come across a questionable water source, you can use a filter or water purification tablets to make it safe(r) to drink.
I tend to carry a gray ultrapress with me or a collapsible bottle inside the sling 🙏🏻
That is a well thought out pack. You make a good point about being able to hop a fence and I’m definitely adding tourniquet, burn gel, and cut proof gloves to my EDC.
So glad to be useful! Thanks!!🤙🏻🙏🏻
I think your thoughts are right. For me, an urban survival kit and a get home bag are the same thing. It's about getting home as fast and as well as possible, where safety awaits in most conceivable SHTF scenarios. I'm currently using the TT Essential 15l daypack, but will consider downsizing to a smaller bag. Thanks for introducing your thoughtfully planned kit.
If space allows, I would add a foldable 300ml Hydrapak, a mini water filter and something edible like an energy bar or a 10g bag of gummy bears to the kit, to provide some energy in an emergency.
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The Tat Essential 15 liters is an amazing pack for its semplicity! I honestly never thought about a water bladder for the urban scenario but I think it’s a good point of view from you, thanks so much for sharing it, I will think on that!🙏🏻🔥
great video!! so informative and it showed me what i could actually as i'm trying to prepare a small/discrete survival bag. Thank you!!
Thanks so much! So glad to be useful!🔥
Everything makes sense to me. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and wisdom. Stay prepared!
So glad to hear that! Thanks so much!!!!!
I’m commuting often by public transport to work wish is not too far away from home. Besides my work stuff I don’t have the capacity to carry a lot with me. I like your concept of having such a small EDC.
If you work in an office/have an assigned desk, for example, you could set up a small get home pack/kit and store it at work. If you need it, or an unexpected situation happens, you can grab it and go.
Truly honored thanks !
Yes! I own the Nutsac sling bag and i absolutely love it.
It's a great bag for sure!!!
I have two packs that sit in different vehicles. The 18l Tasmanian Tiger essentials pack and the 5.11 MOAB 10. I believe you should carry a poncho, water container, lighter, water purifier, compass and a multi tool as a minimum. I totally agree that a pack is a liability but not having essential kit is far more so. I would also suggest forgetting the grey man principle, simply having a bag will make you a target. Use stealth, avoid crowds wherever possible and be prepared to lie up for some time whilst a situation resolves itself or whilst waiting for darkness. If you cannot move quickly and clear obstacles you will not do well. Be prepared to present a credible threat to predators encouraging them to seek a softer target. I like your philosophy and your presentation style very much and look forward to more content. Stay safe Alex.
I like your point of view and thanks so much to have taken the time To share it with me , pretty inspiring and useful!🙏🏻🔥
Love your videos man. You are doing great work!
@@Elias.Agg. thanks so much! Truly honored!!!🤙🏻🏴☠️
What about water ? Maybe a lifestraw or a collapsible bottle with purification tabs ?
you are right. If possible a way to adress water pollution (ex even if it is rain water it may be polluted)
I tend to carry a Gray a ultrapress as a edc bottle , you are not the only one who told me about collapsible bottles and I’m thinking to add one to the kit!
Another extreme option would be to transform the classic small plastic bottle in collapsible ones in case we don’t have a proper one , classic small plastic bottle are made now with less plastic so you can compress them very well even if I know they won’t last longer 🙏🏻
Look into/consider the sports drinks plastic bottles (Gatorade/powerade etc). They seem to have a little bit thicker plastic than a flimsy bottle of water. Or a reusable water bottle similar to the one bicyclists use.
I've been carrying my urban gear inside a 5.11 Banger 2 for two years now. It does have a tactical look but it's black so it doesn't stand out too much. Inside I have quite a few medical items, a flashlight, a pepper spray, and some small tools in a tin can. I like the outer molle webbing that allows for some customization.
Great video Alex 👍🏻
Definitely a neat kit man! Thanks for sharing!!🔥
Great points raised here. I really struggle with slings because no matter how small, they always seem to drag down one shoulder, so id definitely keep my small rucksack, but i could do with going through it and double checking its contents
So glad to hear that and yes that a true down side about sling bags!
Sehr gute Auswahl gut durchdacht.
Thank you!🙏
Thanks for demonstrating situational awareness.
Glade to be useful sir! thanks!
Realism is key. Apparently a backpack would get attention in Europe. I live near a college town/healthcare hub in America where backpacks are common among nurses and students. Blending in with a plain looking backpack is easy here. Gotta tailor your gear to your area!!!
In your case a backpack will always be the best choice!!! thanks for sharing and I agree with you!!!!🤙
@AlexWander I greatly appreciate your rationality and practicality! You encourage us to think through what we *actually* need
@goobertoober95 want vs need is a fight I’m facing since years and I’m so glad to be useful !🫡🤙🏻🏴☠️
Very thought provoking. Cheers again mate. That's a pretty smart kit. Just ensure the torch has the strobe capability to blind people when your trying to escape. In SHTF scenarios, it's about getting out of the city. Which is why I don't live in the city.
We are lucky to don't live in the city right? Strobe option is definitely important! Thanks man! Truly appreciated!!!
Great list, Im currently carrying the Tarahumera pack by HPG and have a ballistic panel insert and carry a filtered respirator for city preparedness.
The Tarahumara pack is a great pack!! Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
A great video! As I see in the comments, it made us think about your scenario, and then consider what we would need to accomplish the mission. I agree with you - I would trade more gear/slower travel for less gear/faster travel every time. The only thing(s) I would add to your list of items is a silcock key (sp?), a collapsible 1 liter water bag, and a few water treatment tabs. To my kit, I will take your advice and add some burn treatment items, and also something to wash out my eyes, in case I wind up downwind of the wrong place at the wrong time. Thanks for a great video. Stay safe out there.
Thank you! So glad You enjoyed it! I have a silkcock key in my edc pouch that I keep in my pants, i agree with you on the fact that I should add some water purification tablets to my kit!! Thanks for sharing !
I agree with your logic on the sizing of your bag in crowds!! It's dangerous and mine is not much bigger than the one you are showing us and it goes everywhere I go
So glad you agree! Thanks for sharing your experience!🔥🙏🏻
Great video! Although I don't live in an urban area, all points you made makes total sense. I think i would add some water or at least a life straw filter . Can go awhile without food but not too long without a drink. Love your videos and insights 👍👍
Hi there, i dont know much about you, but the way you present yourself gives me the impression that you have been in the tactical field of work. I am an IT-Person and dont know much about how to carry myself through a crisis. If i may, can i ask you for a recommendation for the following problem: I need to cover 500km on a short notice. What transportation method would you recommend? I need to be very highly self sufficient. I am carrying a laptop but i would also need some observation gear good for observing roads and vehicles 5km away. what back backpack and what visual system would you recommend? lastly how would i defend against blunt and sharp weapons? is pepper spray enough? i figured i dont have to prep for guns, once i am in such a situation its over anyways. the gear should be unassuming. If 500km cant be done in 16hours what sleeping system would you recommend in suburban areas? How common is thermal vision? if its common the sleeping system should acommodate for that.
Sorry to be late with the reply ,
Better to have a car for 500 km or an electronic bicycle if you are well trained in order to save some electricity, it also depends on the type of terrain you have to go through. If you want to be very self sufficient I would switch a laptop with a tablet , and find a good portable solar power device taking in consideration of the weather is bad you won’t get much energy. I would choice a pack bigger than 40 liters . From what you say you would need a very good Binocular but I’m not an expert sorry , there are also thermal binoculars that also have a good range but I think they are expensive . As a shelter I would use something easy to set up such as a goretex bivy bag , hope it helps!
@AlexWander thank you friend. Looking forward to the next video
You can also hide your sling under your jacket if your jacket is large enough
Agreed!!🔥
Another great video my friend! I was going to suggest adding a bandana to your kit, but I guess you EDC a neck scarf on your person. I have heard of EDC packs that have portable trip alarms that you can setup should you need to get your head down in an abandon building or the likes, but I've seen many of your videos and know you'd utilise your surroundings with things like stones or broken glass etc on floor surfaces to alert you of intruders. Personally I need a larger bag for urban EDC and am currently transitioning from the Vertx Readypack 3.0 to the Roaring Fire Waxed Canvas backpack. It's a little similar to the Nutsac products in its looks and a smart looking but practical pack.
Thanks so much! Yes I tend to carry a dark brown sheaf that doesn’t scream tactical 🤙🏻 Never heard about pack with portable tripwire alarms , could you share some brand’s name please?
Thank you for sharing a great video.
Truly honored thanks!!!🙏
In have it too and love it. The weak point would be one can grab the belt from behind.
That's true! there's definitely a chance that someone would grab the belt behind our back, 🤙
@@AlexWander I was thinking about some buckle as quick release to open.
@@vigilantdr.dolittle this is a very smart idea! Thanks for sharing!
I'd love to see a video about the Khard packs. I've had a 30L and 45L for many years. Would be great to see how you use/organize them.
Great suggestion!
yes i truely enjoyed the video... because its very very useful....... i learned some very important tips.... good job...👊👊👊
Truly honored thanks!🙏🏻
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Great video as always! I like your way of thinking, especialy the part about riots. Keep 'em coming!
So glad to hear that! Thanks for your support!
Also worth having some form of signaling in emergency small flare etc
A small flare could come
In handy, great idea! 🫡 thanks for sharing!!!
I have a similar equipment, but without pepper spray and less first aid (no burn gel for example).
I would add a space blanket. It's so versatile, saves you and others from heat, cold, you can signal with it etc. I also have a HAD tube scarf (an original one), because you can use it for so many things and it takes no space.
A space blanket would be a nice add, thanks for sharing!
In attesa maestro Alex 💯💥💯💥💯🔝
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Get rid of this(7:57) chest seal. It won't stick on wet(bloody), hairy skin, it's useless, toss it away. Buy Nar or Halo chest seals instead.
Will definitely look into it, thanks for your advice!!!!
Interesting and informative video my friend
@@kalstreksandtrails7606 truly honored thanks!
I have the Finnish gas mask bag in the car.
Content..
Dutch poncho with small ground Sheet.
Dutch water bottle and canteen.
Trangia triangle.
Opinel 12' saw and knife
Fire starting items.
Very basic first aid kit.
Fishing line and hooks.
Camo net scarf .
Bag of dried fruit & nuts.
I can also cary a small man bag/purses. With phone charger ect...
Last but not least I have a mini condor machete and replica BB gun.
I also have the opportunity to grab a sleeping bag or wool blanket.
This doesn't include my EDC which is for another comment 😂
Holy Cow! definitely well prepared , now I wanna hear your edc ! :D
Holy hell, 159 doll hairs for a canvas fanny pack?
I always enjoy your videos, very knowledgeable content.
Thank you.
Truly honored thanks!
If you have a concern about being searched by authorities while carrying a backpack in an emergency, I'd extend that concern to just about any bag short of a woman with a purse. Other than the pepper spray gun, which I'll admit I don't know the laws in your area, there doesn't appear to be anything remotely illegal or controversial in the small bag to get you in trouble. That same principal can easily be extended to a larger day pack.
As you said, "bugging in" is usually the best option and could very well mean sheltering at your place of work until things calm down. A day pack will allow you to have food, spare clothes, personal hygiene products and comfort items handy that would never fit in your small bag. It would also allow you to carry extra PPE such as dust masks(think 9/11) and work gloves.
Hunkering down is always smartest, agreed. Though I have children that I would have to get to as fast as possible. A small kit like that is all I'll need for a few days if need be bar a bottle or pot for sterilizing water or survival straw.
Where is your water?
Are you carrying a water bottle separately in your hand? If so what are you doing with it while you jump a fence or get in a scuffle/get knocked to the ground?
Try running, climbing and dealing with adrenaline dumps for an hour and see how quickly you become thirsty. Now add to that breathing in toxic smoke and/dust from a collapsed or bruning building while doing it.
Water is the key item in good decision making where your in an environment of high physical and emotional stress. A lot of tier 1 guys have used small go bags with just water, that's how important it is.
Also no space blanket? That's great you can stop the bleed with a TQ but then you get hypothermic from cutting clothing clear / being wet from bleeding and being in shock while waiting for medical help.
How about a paper map of the local area, it may be important for planning a new route when you find out an area has been locked down or is on fire, has rioting ect. Or just for talking to someone and then being able to meet up on a specific street or explain where you are to coordinate a pick up. Smart phone as map is for a best case scenario not a worst case one.
A dust mask may also be important in a disaster as history has shown many times.
A carabiner clipped to your gear always looks cool in videos and IG pics but that also draws attention.
Normal people don't carry those.
And if its for protection then you need to be able to take the time (uninterrupted) to unclip it. It cant just go in your pocket?
Same with a tactical flashlight... isnt that a lot better in your pocket than in a bag?
Lastly those gloves are nice and compact but will melt if used to handle hot smouldering debris or anything to do with fire which covers a lot of things really.
Forgot to say just my opinions, good concept in this video though.
I tend to carry a GRAYL ultrapress attached with a carabiner to the sling on in my jacket , plus I carry a silkcock key in my edc pouch that always stays in my pants to reach public water 🙏🏻
@@AlexWander Ah that makes more sense now, good choice with the Grayl
A small bag is good but take into account that you could find food or water on the way and would be good to have extra space to carry them.
@@MrPerrogaton you are defi right , find the right size is the trickiest part 🫡👍
@AlexWander Sure. My daily bag always includes water, some snacks , socks and a T-shirt, first aid kit and the Kindle in case of a long waiting. Never smaller than 20 liters. Retro look is best to me.
Keep a small rolled up bag, like the dry bag Alex has for that stuff.
@@TarrickChristensen Oh yes, I also carry a small mini backpack from Decathlon just in case
@@MrPerrogaton nice! Which country are you in? I'm in Australia. On the edge of the outback. I generally wear a military vest, as backpacks get way to hot.
Thank you ,this has made me think and look at my EDC rucksack set up , I'm currently building a car bag , time to re- think , thank you for your advice
So glad to be useful! We need to inspire and help each other! 🔥
Food small packs like protein bars i always have some source of energy hydration bottle metal to hung on the clip lockpicks
Great vídeo. Stay safe muy friend.
Thanks my friend you too!!!
Always appreciate you & your opinion we are always continuing in learning and growing and the more we learn the more awareness & capable we become...EVERYDAY IS A SCHOOL...Thank You Friend 🫶 STAY Safe Out There....GOD BLESS...🙏🫶🇬🇧🌄
God bless you too! So glad
To be useful , Sharing is Caring! 🔥🙏🏻
Hey, I'm very interested on those little packet wipes. Where can I find them?
You got my sub, Mr. Beard Man
Truly honored thank you!!!!!
Content starts at 7:40
Thank you, very good idea. The best regards from Brazil!
My true pleasure, glad to be useful, thanks for your support!
Very well done,this is a very good thougt out kit.
To much is too much and too little is not enough..
To have some basic edc on your body is the most import thing one should have..
As for a regular pack i like to have a somewhat more complete set near me.
I prefer a small backpack to have my hands free to run without a bag flopping around my body.
I keep that under 20 lbs, fully loaded,
with some water and food and that pack doubles as a get home bag and would be halfbad as a basic bug out bag and would also work well for an unexpected overnight in a hotel.
I take that only with when i go for a longer trip and usually i do not carry it around and leave it in the car or Hotel etc.
But as much as i want o have this backpack with me in reality a small shoulder bag with a few items is what i carry most times when exploring the places/ citys while travelling or walking around in my hometown.
I always keep a good amount of stuff in my car and an empty backpack too.
But this what you show is a very good extended edc kit to have with if you do not want to carry that pack and your car is parked a couple miles away..
Or for a person travelling by bus or train etc. that is already carrying his normal regular travel Gear/ suitcase .
Most packs you see are pretty set for use when riding in a car someplace, but here in Europe people tend to travel a lot more in trains , busses and walk away from their cars further distances than most folks in the US.
One thing- outside my hometown I would like to always have some water purification like a lifestraw or similar with me.
As for the multitool i came to the point where i prefer a regular Swiss Army knife ( or regular multitool) plus a pair of small, pointed combination pliers with wire cutting ability and insulated handles.
Especially for urban use where electricity and cables are present.
And always carry spare prescription glases.
An M95 mask could be added too.
Besides that mask, a water purifier and a mylar blanket, one might have an cheap emergency poncho in the bag even if he is wearing multifunctional cloth .
These four items are super light and and take very little room.
Just suggestions ..🙂
Any way I appreciate videos that cover the urban aspect of prepeardness. The majority of people spend only a fraction of their live outdoors and the most will not leave the citys in a crisis for the unreal idea of surviving in the woods. Still the majority of bags and packs that are shown are heavy loaded with outdoor
equipment.
The only case for here in Germany and comparable countries around would be to be able to spent a night or two outdoors in a get home situation without freezing to death.
And even that is pretty unlikely as most parts are so urbanized that it is very easy to get to and find some sort of building to shelter in .
I couldn’t agree with you more with all that said! And living off the land without getting back to urbanized areas from time to time is a huge myth! Maybe the 3% of the worldwide population could be able to live in nature their entire existence , for two reason: first we would need lots of knowledge second nature offer way less than what was available before the 800! Less edible plants less animals etc etc , that’s why I want to be as realistic as possible as possible! Thanks you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts I really appreciated it!
Since we are talking about going low profile, I would probably switch to different pepper spray - one that does not look like a pistol. There might be situation where you are unsure whether or not to take it out, and in such cases, you can walk around with cylindrical can in hand no problem. Pistol shaped object, even if not actually a pistol, can needlessly escalate the situation. And of course there is law enforcement - you are seen with some nondescript can - no biggie, but if they see something looking like a firearm, they are going to use the real ones in response.
I agree with you and since it’s becoming harder to find its proper pepper refill I was Lately looking for something else, any suggestion? Thanks
For sharing!
@@AlexWander Well, I only recently started gathering info about pepper sprays - after I had couple less than pleasant experiences with dogs in relatively short time, so I am no expert, but this brand named Sabre red seems to be generaly recommended. They even have one model that looks like larger ink pen, so points for low profile there.
Thank you for producing quality content, I wish you well..
Thank you for sharing your experience, I will definitely look for this brand! 🙏🏻
Water purification tablets
or Grayl
Mylar blanket
Oh great ! 5.11 rush moab 3 is similar with that configuration. Thanks for giving the idea. Great content as always.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and thoughts! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Es bueno tener tu opinión como punto de referencia y adaptarlo personalmente con la necesidad individual , me gustaría en lo personal una mochila de 15 litros como la fjallraven que mostraste o una Savotta kahakka 15 litros , tienes los objetivos claros de acuerdo a tu necesidad y ambiente 👍🏽
15 liters pack is definitely manageable during chaos! Thanks for sharing ,
Glad to be useful!
New to your channel, love your work. The sling pack is soooo underestimated! I never leave my house without mine! I keep a green bandana I got from the dollar store in there, that’s what I would add.
Thanks so much! So glad
To be useful! And thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts, I really appreciate it!🔥
I carry a sling most days, and in higher risk situations - and to prevent pickpockets - I wear my outer shell over the strap - not grab able
Perfect idea!
in a survival situation obviously you will get an adrenaline strike so you WILL get thisty and tired after the adrenaline kick.
Of course in cities the chances for water to be polluted means I would rather take a filter with chemical capabilities like the OKO 500ml bootle or the same from other brands. It allow me to have and to procure water. And some enregy bars to replenish myself after a run from the problem area. Aslo you never know when it may happens so a way to protect your from the elements, a mylar or a plastic sheet in case you need to take some rest.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! Truly appreciated! I’m tend to carry a GRAYL Titanium Ultrapress attached with the carabiner on the sling bag, some energy bars need to be definitely added to my bag for sure! I tend to keep an emergency blanket in my pocket along with my main edc pouch! Thank you!
I can't wait. I check every day to see if there's a new video.
Truly honored thanks! 🙏🏻
Ciao Alex, io uso uno zainetto monospalla Miltec, ha una capienza sicuramente maggiore di un marsupio che mi consente di portare ogni giorno a lavoro tutto il necessario. Abbastanza comodo da shiftare dal retro al davanti, ma risulta talvolta scomodo da indossare o sfilare soprattutto quando si indossano giubbotti con cappuccio o indumenti ingombranti con altrettanti lacci o appigli che possono ostacolare le movimentazioni.
Ciao Teo! Sono i pro e contro di portare un qualcosa a tracolla , si impigliano spesso!
Great Bag with good stuff but if the tourniquet is from rhino rescue i don't think it's a good quality. This thing have to work in the situation you need it! Your videos are great. Greetings from germany brother! ❤
Yes it’s from rhino Rescue, I’ve put one of them tourniquets under some stress tests and ai didn’t break it so I don’t know what to say 🤷♂️ Thanks so much for your words ! 🙏🏻🔥
add some decontamination wipes in case of tear gas etc
What a good advice!!! Thanks for sharing! 🫡🤙🏻
@@AlexWander thank you for the great content man. Could you do a video on where to camp if you are stuck in a city all night? I'm near Paris and sometimes I miss the last train to my town because of protests etc. and have to go around Paris all night while there is protests etc.
@myname-mz3lo interesting idea, let me see
If I can be useful, thanks for the suggestion! Truly appreciated!👍
Good suggestion 😊 perhaps a bag large enough for the basic 5’c would be perfect! Not forgetting to throw in a couple of Convar 7😂
I find the Convar 7 difficult to digest 😁 but they are pretty energetic! Thanks for sharing!
@ …. Oh I see… now I know why Germans always have constipation hahahaha!!!!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣
@gregstarr2954 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it thanks so much!!!🔥
Hey Alex love the content you make is there any way you can make another pick lock video for a kit that we could purchase like you said in a earlier video the one that you use they don't make those pick locks anymore and I was wondering if you can make a video on pick locking and different pick lock kits that we could use that we could purchase thank you and keep up the good work God bless you brother
Hey there! Thank you! I will definitely make a video about lockpicking soon, I‘m going to also share some good kits available on the market! 🙏🏻
Great vid as usual. May i suggest to stage the tourniquet in case u need it its way faster.. nice touch with the shorter beard too brother 🙏🏻
Thanks for the tip! Truly appreciated and thanks for your support!
Great video as always! I’d like to know what you anticipate writing down in that notepad. Thanks!
Thank you so much! Will do!🔥🔥🔥
You have gloves, but might want to look into cut resistant gloves for things like glass and sharp metal flashing that might be around windows you have to go though.
My gloves are cut resistant , not at the highest levels but they protect you quite a bit, I will definitely look for something better, thanks for sharing!🙏🏻
Great job Br!
Thanks brother!🔥🔥🔥🔥
Haha nutsac...still makes me laugh.
Same here 😁😁😁😁
I dont know if it's legal in Europe, but if you are able to obtain a can of bear spray, it would IMO be a better self-defense option compared to the pepper spray pistol you are carrying now. The bear spray disperses it contents over a wider and greater distance and could potentially keep a large group of people at bay, enabling you to escape.
I need to find out if it can be carried around in the city, good point, thanks!!!🤙🏻
Great tips.
Thanks you!
Nice bag. I'd just just put some way of getting clean water and rain cover.
Maybe for water you could put some straps bellow the bag to attach a 1L bottle
I tend to carry my Titanium Ultrapress , good point on the rain coat, thanks for sharing!🙏
Mtn man here watching 👍👍
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Small pliers, small scissors, power bank and cable,big spoon, Opinel 7 knife, flashlight,
All this in special organizer
I have a small backpack almost always because of my laptop.
Pen, small notebook, folding knife on me.
I pay by cash not by credit card.
Water bottle and thermos mug for coffee
Love Opinel 7!!!!! Thanks for sharing, we well thought out kit!
Hello your words are very realistic and I agree with you
So glad to hear that!! Thanks!🙏🏻
Thank you for your work!
Thank you for your support!!🙏🏻
Yeah put body armor hard steel plates or soft body armor level 3A Plus or level 4 in the book bag
That's a good idea! I will loook into it! thanks for sharing!🔥
Makes sense to me
€170 for the pack is way to much for me but it looks very nice. Do you like the Rhino rescue stuff? Wanting to upgrade my medical.
There are so many cheaper alternatives on the market lately for the bag, it’s important to find one that fits your need and it last long.🤙🏻 Rhino Rescue stuff works well , without breaking the bank 🤙🏻
I would leave the chem light, battery pack and rfid bag in the backpack
Interesting point of view 🙏🏻
Alex ? that Arcterix backpack you showed at the beginning as an example of what not to use during SHTF - could you please tell me what model it is exactly? I don't see it on the Arcterix website, but it looks good for my everyday office needs :) ...
Looks like it’s the Assault Pack 30 or 45 and it’s from Arcteryx’s LEAF division (Law Enforcement and Armed Forces) not aimed at the general civilian side. If you think Arc’teryx is expensive generally LEAF stuff is up another level in price. 😂
Hello! It’s an Arcteryx LEAF KHARD 30 liters , I light would use it as a BOB Stored in the trunk of my car but I would use something way smaller to travel through the city 🙏🏻
What you can do is put an R 500 hardened steel plate in the book bag and put it in front of you or behind you or you can get soft body armor and do that assuming you can get body armor in the mail I mean you can have just about anything else I don't know how it is over in Italy but and y'all can't have guns you know what I mean but like we do here in America we can kind of order those things mostly not the whole gun things but some parts
This is a good advice, thanks for sharing! i think we can get an armor plate but the gun market is very limited even for the things bought online and shipped 🤷🏻 Thanks for sharing!
Nice EDC
Thank you sir!
It's important to have maps of our city/country in paper.
Regarding backpacks I avoid any tactical looking ones. People in panic will flock to anyone who they think can provide help. Tactical stuff is often associated to military and security. In a SHTF situation we must go from point A to Point B and having people asking for help will not be a good thing imo.
Maps are definitely a Must have and I couldn’t agree with you more on the rest!🔥
Ciao, come te la cavi col divieto di porto di coltelli e multitool? Un consiglio: potresti aggiungere una bandana, costa 2euro nei negozi cinesi e può essere molto utile! Ce ne sono un sacco di video sui vari modi d'uso della bandana
Purtroppo con il divieto non ci puoi far nulla 🤷♂️ lo porti a tuo rischio e pericolo 🙏🏻 Grazie per il consiglio sulla bandana!!!
Just an fyi, I wasn't notified of your latest vid
Don't know why, thanks for the heads up!
Interesting video sir! May I ask what watch you are wearing? It’s not in the list
Hello man, thanks so much! It a watch from Vaer the model is called C5 tactical Solar!
Interesting philosophy and gear list. As always, very well thought out! I assume the leather gloves and fixed blade knife are also carried? Thank you for sharing your thoughts my friend.
Thanks you! Despite a fixed blade is the only knife I consider a really knife , I can’t carry a fixed blade while I’m going Into the city so I tend to carry a leatherman multitool. I wear leather gloves only when I go into the outdoors 🙏🏻
@ thanks for the additional explanation. That makes sense, no need to provide reasons to get into trouble. Your time and work are appreciated as it gives us great resources and practical philosophy. Keep them coming! 👊👊
It’s pretty perfect
Truly honored thanks!🙏🏻
Wax canvas is king.
Non military appearances
More rugged than any other materials.
Water resistant/ some are water proof…
You’re definitely right brother 🔥
If you decide that you want to get yourself an actual pack rather than a sling bag in addition to having a relatively small pack you also would want to make sure that it has buckles on the shoulder straps so that heaven forbid if someone does grab a hold of your pack you can unbuckle at least one of the straps and slip out of the pack either to run or to fight.
That’s a great point ! Do you have any backpack in mind with that feature? Thanks for sharing!