Survival on a Budget: Building a $100 Kit, Does it Work?
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Might have been inclined to start at Goodwill first - Backpack, Stainless Water Bottle, Pot, Knife, Fork & Spoon, Bugsheet.
We already did a Goodwill challenge so we wanted to do a big box store challenge 👍🏻
If you can't get a Mora, your next best bet is Hultafors. Their workman's knives are extremely economical and durable.
Old-timer makes a great budget blade as well I've got a few different ones and they take all the abuse I've thrown at them
I agree but couldn’t find one locally unfortunately
the Sawyer mini filter screws onto a soft drink bottle. I just checked mine with a 16 oz coke bottle and it fits. you shouldn't need another water bottle if you buy a couple of one liter sodas. A metal bottle might be all you need in addition to the Sawyer filter and a couple of soda bottles.
I bought him a Smart Water bottle that it fit on 👍🏻
You can fit up to a 2L pop bottle or water bottle preferably. Bpa free if able. If you have a Wal-Mart nearby they have Sawyer mini and a bottle with it!
Used to use Sawyer filters but Walmart quit selling them and now has a $20 Red Cross filter that works with (Smart) regular water bottles plus has a carbon filter element. The 6x8 Poly Tarp at Home Depot is heavy duty, has grommets every 2 feet, you can fold a 2x6 floor and use remaining 6x6 in a plow point. While at Home depot you can buy a 2x10 foot roll of Reflectix, fold into thirds creating a 24x40 inch torso pad for ground insulation and duct tape the sides to keep pad folded in position, you will have a pocket in that Reflectix to stick additional clothes inside as extra insulation.
All good ideas 👍🏻
Buying on a single day in peak season you did pretty well. Most of us start off with stuff like that (if not worse) when we were kid's so it isn't that big a leap if you were one of those kid's.
Absolutely.. I just wanted to see what I could put together for $100 in one day at the local box stores 👍🏻
Thanks so much for setting this up JJ!! I had a blast!
You’re welcome brother!
I like your philosophy of use criteria for these items JJ, but when I hear the term "survival kit" I think two things before anything else -- small enough to have with me almost always, and utilitarian enough to contain or gather the essentials.
The 4-in-1 whistle is a good start. For water, the aquatabs and a liter plastic bag. Also, the Aquamira Frontier water straw -- good for 30 gal. AAA flashlight. Mini Bic. Small Ferro Rod. A few firestarters. Mylar blanket. Fresnel lens and small signal mirror. Wire saw (for use as a bow saw only!) SAK Alox Farmer, with blade, saw, can opener/screwdriver, and a wicked sharp awl. Several yards of kevlar cordage. All contained in a 4x5.25x1.25 in aluminum tin with watertight lid and secured with big fat rubber bands.
And if it's not by itself in your pocket, it's in a small bag with bulkier supplies and small signal and clothing items like gloves, beanies, etc.
I agree… We’ve done pocket survival challenges before, as well as EDC challenges.. This time we wanted to do the big box stores 👍🏻
That's awesome of you doing that don't find friends like that these days Jason will be happy I know I would
Thank you! We just got back and got lots of footage.. We had a blast!
I found a 32 oz kleen kanteen in Walmart about a year ago and haven’t seen one since. But I’ve seen recent uploads this past month of people finding them at Walmart. I use mine daily whether I’m working or camping.
They haven’t been consistent at mine unfortunately.. My Kleen Kanteens are awesome!
Walmart generally has a rope and chain section where you could have gotten a better choice of cordage for less. In any case, this was a pleasant video to watch.
Great job. Side note at Walmart, look at backpacks in the travel section, better quality and choices. Think outside the box for gear. Same thing with cordage. Look in hardware. Camping section is marked up more.
Thanks.. I wanted to challenge him to improvise a method of carry in the field using the provided kit. But you’re absolutely right 👍🏻
@@FueltheFires ,he's got it down. Tarp and some cordage, but you knew that. Great challenge. Thanks for keeping it real.
@@branch_preparednessyou got it and thanks for watching 🔥
@@branch_preparedness masons line is cheaper and quite strong and durable.
Yup, water filter first...even for public water and motel water...nowadays. I carry one in my cargo pocket here in Alabama.
Right on 👊🏻
The cheap water bottles ($1, bottom shelf) are in the housewares dept. School supplies might be a place to look, as well.
I didn’t see any but they have stuff scattered everywhere these days lol.. I failed to check the school supply area
I'm not saying that Jason doesn't have decent gear... but he throws himself [and others] naked against all odds in his ''adventures''... and as a principal that's okay... I mean ''what if''... so the set that you bought for him, it will feel like a luxury... just ''premium''... I know he'll be impressed by the knife, and we'll see it again for sure, I bet that he'll love it the cup/pot [I know I do...] he loves his hummocks anyways, and the tarp will be the extra something, together with the bedsheet that he'll appreciate for sure... he may even say that '' that's too much... he ain't carrying all that crap...'' lol
Look JJ... it takes skills to survive, experience, and luck... gears, not so much... Jason knows that... our ancestors were getting through with almost nothing, people around the world still do!... I understand that the industry wants to survive too... but not on my expenses... travel light, improvise, and adopt is the way I go... from what I see, that goes for you and Jason too...
Btw, nice to see the bike rucks are still on your truck... that means that you take the e-bikes seriously... you haven't ''forgot the fun'' lol
Keep those Fires burning mate!...
You be knowin’ brother! This was just an exorcise to have some fun and I even brought the ebike with me on the adventure this weekend.. I absolutely love the bikes and yes, still havin’ fun!!!
I hope you guys are having fun! Can’t wait to see the footage from this weekend! ❤
We had a blast filming the next one for sure!
JJ you just did a birthday present to Jason but the thing that I like is that you put your mind in it vary cool
Thank you!
you hooked JS up with more than he'd expect. He probably won't really need the knife with all the priorities met. 👊🏼🔥👊🏼
Yes I did and he has proven he doesn’t need a knife.. I’m sure he will do just fine with it 👊🏻🔥👊🏻
1) REI…Sawyer Mini
2) Harbor Freight…7’ x 9’ Tarp and Hammock
3) Walmart….Lighter, Butt Wipes, Gorilla Tape, Twin Cotton Sheet, Aluminum Cup, Headlamp, Whistler/Compass/Thermometer/Magnifier thing, Paracord, Payday bar
4) True Prep…Moraknife knockoff-Wahoo, Smart Water
Smart Water came from a Shell gas station 👍🏻
Lol I have that same knife… it’s in my fishing gear
At least you had fun making this video.
That I did 👍🏻
Absolutely! Thrift shop FIRST, garage sale free boxes, ask neighbors about Boy Scout or camping items, look at every source of Mil-Surp, then, very last, get out Visa card for the Toys On Trucks at almost full-price.
Adding cash to your kit will frequently NOT change functionality of item. #10 hobo stove cooker works as well as $80 titanium, with advantage of ABANDONMENT when you need space or weight in your pack. Titanium is Space Alien tech to always be hoarded carefully. Salvaged cordage that you won't trust to support you weight is great for a tarp or food bag haul-up. DIY fire kit made from candle stubs and flameless BIC will mostly work and only take a little time, but NO cash. Tarp salvaged from a free wrecked tent is light and good enough. Re-sew and re-seal if it isn't right. Having some cash and no debt gives you tons of options when opportunity strikes. I have plenty of North Face, Mountain Hardware, REI, MEI, MSR, Arcterix, USGI gear that I paid little or nothing for by being willing to fix a tear or wash the item. Thank goodness for fussy rich kids sporting daddies charge card to fund their camping trip with new gear every time.
Ill call it good choices and Jason will rock it
I know he’ll be just fine… Thanks for watching!
At 14:33 there appears to be a single wall steel water bottle next to the plastic one he picked up. Same price of $3.97. 🤔
It was in the wrong place and it was another double wall unfortunately
Why not walk in nextdoor to Ollies.. they carry a variety of stuff that covers everything
That would have been a good place to go for sure
Water and quality sleep are the number 1 concerns for a short survival camping trip. Trying to secure food would be part of the challenge and fun. Starting a fire with dry wood and a bic only takes a little bit of intuitive understanding. Having a knife is probably more important for preparing animals into food than any other task. A light is a nice safety feature.
Can't wait to see how he likes it!
He had a blast!
He’s going to think it’s a luxury kit. I would have added more food but that’s just me. I get a lil hangry😁
He loved the kit and used it to the full extent
I think he will get a good laugh at the knife, but I'm sure he'll like the rest of the gear!
He did! Video coming soon 🔥
Wrap the sheet in with the hammock and use the bag for smaller items. Or disperse the sheet into different parts of the kit
I just got a IFAK from my
Medic will review what you have on video. And pick your brain when I see you next time
Thanks, good to know.
You’re welcome!
You did great. I wouldn't have bought that whistle combo tool. Those are for kids. Other than that, Jason can't complain about HOW you did him a favor. Lol
We had a blast! Just got back and will start the editing process
Great video JJ looking forward to the adventure 👊🔥👊
We just got back and we had a blast 👊🏻🔥👊🏻
I have found single wall water bottles at thrift stores, and more recently I found one oioin the side of the road at a bus stop, it had no lid but still a single wall somewhat wide mouth bottle that holds around750 mils
We were trying to do just big box stores for this one.. Thrift stores have AMAZING opportunities 👍🏻
At walmart always check the clearance section.
I bought a SOG aegis pocket knife marked at 9.00 on clearance. It rang ip for 5.00. I went back to grab the other one they had and a 20 something year old young man was standing on the isle looking at it. I told him it rang up for 5, handed him a 5 dollar bill, told him merry Christmas, and left with him grinning from ear to ear. That was a good day.
Shoulda done that for sure
@@charlessalmond7076heck yeah! I can’t kill my SOG
the fake buck knife at harbor feight by gordon
I didn’t see that one ☝🏻
Resale shops, like Good Will, are also great places to look for items.
Im sure Jason loved the intire gift 😄🇺🇲
He’s thoroughly putting it to use right this minute lol
WELL I have read something about a sewing kit was your back up for your back ups..they knew how to make thread stronger and they gave you info on how to thread the needle and where to place your light at night to sew
You can get so many other same to better water filters for about 1/4 the price online.
Great video brother. I don't think I would have done anything different. I've never herd of the wahoo before 😂😂. I think Jason will love his kit. I've definitely seen him get by with less before. He may even consider that to be Lamping. 😂
We had a blast this weekend filming it in use 😂
@@FueltheFires I bet thanks again buddy
Kitchen supplies get the grease pot to cook in harbor freight buck clone knife and Walmart hardware section has camo 550 cord in rope section
Harbor Freight is a great option for several different types of preparation
Absolutely!
The Walmart camping first aid kits are basically high priced box of band aids.
Very true!
Also if you look around at Walmart they have a lot of the things you will find in the camping section. Like for instance,first aid you can find by pharmacy probably cheaper and cups go to home goods more rope options in a lot of areas as well. It best to take a look around for most the stuff it’s possible a lot cheaper for same or better products. Your mostly paying more because what it’s labeled as.
A couple weeks ago I stopped by harbor freight. I didn't make it past the hammock. Also picked up a 7" blade folding saw for 8.99. Haven't even pulled mine out of the sack yet. It'll be interesting to get Jason's opinion of it. Excellent vidya sir!
Shout out to Tru-Prep Marietta. A good portion of the things I carry daily came from them.
You into EDC and knives?
@@GBall_Vision yes sir. Always seem to be experimenting with something new. At 53 I've figured out what works for me but, can I make it lighter or smaller?
@@charlessalmond7076 I run a channel on knives and EDC. This one. And I have a second channel on survival and preparedness
Better to have a Whahoo Than a Yahoo , but I'd still rather have a Wazoo ! ! !
Right on 👊🏻🔥👊🏻
I found a 450ml single wall, stainless, on Temu for $9 and a 900ml for $15.
You can find them anywhere online.. We were trying to go big box store and local for this challenge 👍🏻
Thanks 🙏
Thank YOU!
I can't wait to see this kit in action.
I’d add a pack of ramen or hotdogs at least lol
I would too!! I’ve done that many many times 🔥
Just my observation here. That "paracord" may not be the 7-9 string style it may be just full of long fibers. Now IMHO I wouldn't get the twin sheet I would have gone with a camp blanket.
We ended up counting and it was.. I wanted to do something “out of the box” with the sheet.. A camp blanket was more expensive
@@FueltheFires Different area I'm up here in the PNW where even in the summers the nights can dip into the 50's and lower.
@@clarencesmith2305 I totally get it 👍🏻
From my experience wet wipes are not good for first aid. Just keeps the wound from clotting
A lot of individuals think they need to spend a bag of money for a survival kit.
The idea of keeping it simple is key. A budget kit with modest skills is worth a high price kit with little or no skill at all.
Thank you for doing 1 in Ga, most of what I see is north or west. Nice to have good idea for being local
Sometimes Walmart keeps paracord near the auto supplies area AND the camping area.
I bought some in the craft section for $3!
Hope J enjoyed payday!
He hoarded it 😂
Surely you could find a Benchmade within your budget LMAO
😂
Damn, cant find a sawyer mini anywhere else? I seen them @wallyworld ,id still buy them at rei..Are you a member of rei? They do have some deals, not many tho.... Instead of sweat with Salyer ,its Manage with Morris 😅😅😅😅. Great vid ,looking forward to the trip aftermath.👊🏻♨️👊🏻
I like it! Thanks 👊🏻🔥👊🏻
Disappointed didn't get a Stansport Survival Knife Set, the ultimate in joke gifts and throw back to the 80s.
Lost me on the aluminum. Good luck.
for paracord, i always go to the automotive section in walmart, sometimes its cheaper and just as good
Saw sawyer minis at Walmart! 🤠
Harbor freight has cheaper lights/headlamps and paracord
They did have cheaper lights but I wanted to get him a well known manufacturer on that one
throw in a couple of Ziplock bags
A most excellent idea but came out of budget on this one
Should have also went into that Ollies. They have some pretty good deals on outdoor equipment some times.
First aid kits at Wally World are cheaper in the drugstore section.❤
Not all Dollar Trees are the same. In my location in Oregon, some items on your list are unfortunately unavailable. Thanks for a great video, awesome content.
they had the hammock on sale once and i waited til it was on again to save $10
Harbor Freight has some decent options for knives and cordage too! Super cheap stuff
That is a bait knife and does a good job.
What river/ lake are you talking about?
Nottely River and Lake in Blairsville
Might should have checked out the hardware section and fishing section at Walmart. At my local locations, at least, they have different types of cordage in hardware. The fishing section, of course, has bankline but the 'score' there would have been that - at least my local (East Tennessee) locations sell bait knives that could also be seen as 'Mora wannabes' that are even less expensive than the one you got - or at least they were the last time I bought some for, I think, $2.98 plus tax - and, in fact, look very similar except the ones at Wally have black handles. I have bought several just to have extra utility blades around that I don't care about. As you might imagine they are hit or miss on off the shelf sharpness but touch up pretty easily when necessary.
Single walled canteen are almost impossible to find. Got mine from a thrift store. Of course you could shop online, but I prefer not to.
You have to know which stores to shop Walmart is the most affordable Believe it or not And maybe we need more made in America again Supporting local growth jobs and controlling costs.
True that 👍🏻
Jason could 'possibly' for 3 weeks on the kit.
Walmart has the sawyer mini
Mine didn’t unfortunately
550 cord is a little cheaper in the hardware section of Walmart.
Sawyer minis can be bought at Walmart
Was that big cup an Imusa brand?
Yes it was 👍🏻
Surplus and thrift stores first. You can find a lot for less there. Just need to look at it all with a repurposing mind set.
Love the video keep it simple
Appreciate it!
Thank you!
Walmart on the mainland definitely has more and better gear than the ones in Hawaii 😞😑😆🤙🤙🤙
Would love to visit there someday 👊🏻🔥👊🏻
@@FueltheFires you are always welcome 😁🤙🤙🤙
@@sdsi68If I ever get there I would need a good tour guide 👊🏻
@@FueltheFires I got you Bro 👊🤙🤙🤙
REI are huge anti 2a donors. My local walmart has sawyer minis for 20 bucks .
Mine used to.. I was really disappointed
I would have gotten bank line instead of Paracord
Oh JJ, you could have at least gotten him 2 Paydays! It is his birthday after all! But still, he'll know that you love him when sees that Payday you added to his kit.
So fun to see you cracking up about the Wahoo! You were making me laugh!
He could also throw all the gear into the pillow case and use the paracord to create a sling bag.
What I would do differently, since I'm a woman, not an ultra-fit heat generating furnace (a.k.a. man) is buy one of those flimsy little mylar reflective survival blankets. I trade it for the whistle.
I love your philosophy at the end. To buy what you can even on tight budget, even if the quality is not great. Then save to add/upgrade as you can. As someone who has gone over and over through times where I had disposable income to really tight times I know that when I had more money to spend I didn't always make the best decisions, and in fact probably made better purchasing decisions when I really had to think about, compare, read endless reviews/watch videos and save up for things. When I had more money I accumulated much more gear... but then just end up with lots of gear that I don't really use, and some of it I don't even really like. And later regret having spent the money on when the money could have been better spent on long-term food, off on adventures, and other things. So I definitely think your philosophy is good even when you have money, the most expensive stuff is not necessarily better. Like who really needs a $400 knife that's not going to do any more than a $15 Mora Companion?
I know walmart also has paracord in hardware
I personally tell ppl if you don't have the money for high qualify gear to learn good skills and honestly get the crappy stuff. Stuff could hit the fan at any time its better to have crappy gear that will at least last 1 project then have nothing. That's MY opinion. I've been starting off with regular stuff and it isn't amazing but i didn't break the bank and as i get more i know that i have redundancy in the crap. To me that's how you build up redundancy.
Why not get a smart water with the same thread as the mini
Walmart has water straws
Building a pack for $100 is good content for beginners but absolutely pointless in reality. My pack is built with items of varying quality and price. At around $800, I think i would be scared to have less in a situation where my very survival depends on it. Of course some would say theirs cost $2000 and they wouldnt want less than what they have. Others would say they just need a swiss army knife and a paracord survival bracelet. Knowledge is more important than gear but i guess my point is for $100, you cant even buy the basics to sleep outside one night in cold weather.
Bingo 👊🏻
Less than 20 at Wally World
Walmart sales sawyer minis
Walmarts price us $21.96
They are "Sold Out when Gone." They are moving to the (less useful) Lifestraws. Menards (if they are in your area) did still.have them the last time I looked.
Why the he'll would you go to rei if all you had was 100.00, Walmart sells water purification
I just was thinking 72hr.
$100.
I would by a water filter a metal bottle and cup a tarp.
Then a lighter and a bunch of food. Nothing else matters all the rest is just fluff
I say go to a chick store (Kohl’s, Michael’s, Nordstrom) and make a survival kit. Now THAT’d take some skill!
Hmmmm… 🤔 We might just make that happen
@@FueltheFires I subscribed so that when it happens I won’t miss it
Flash light locked up put knives little axe not 😂
I found that humorous as well 😂
Love your channel. I'm curious, I live close to city,, But,,,,,,, I'm not far from State owned park land(woods with trails). If in a $&!+ hits fan situation, and can't get anywhere else living in an apartment, would you think going to state land and digging in and staying down until things seem to get better? I'm getting anxious with how the world is spinning round these days. We are 90 minutes from our bug out spot but if things get out of control not sure we could get there in a reasonable manner.?
I live in Canton Ga which is about half urban/wilderland.. My first inclination is to bug in before I’m forced to bug out.. Obviously it’s situational though
@FueltheFires agreed, I guess all the different scenarios would have different actions . I'm thinking woods is last resort but I don't want to get stuck in urban zombie land either.
@@jjrne6I can totally appreciate that 👍🏻
What’s this guys channel he’s great!
Fuel The Fires
Next challenge: 50 dollar temu
I’m not more knowledgeable than you, but in my humble opinion not going to a thrift store was a mistake.