WRONG!... improvising is for people living in the REAL WORLD.....because only an idiot would think their living in the "perfect" world and their Plan will work perfect!
As a former refugee who did have to bug out... You need your documents (id, drivers license, gun license, passport, land deeds etc), either originals or officiated copies, in waterproof container. You need money in different currencies, also in waterproof container. You need gold. You need semi-expensive waterproof watch for bribing. You need basic medicine like antibiotics, analgetics, antipyretics and other medicine that you could need, of course, in waterproof container.
Curious about the documents. This is something I've thought of and took upon myself to make photo copies of and laminate to protect from moisture. I'm curious, how closely will anyone care about the Copies vs original or officiated copies? I figured if something happened to my wallet, I have these back up copies to prove who I am. If needed I figured it would be too chaotic anyway for people to care as long as they have a rough idea of who you are or can plug your info in..... should I considering getting officiated copies??
@@garrettgallardo4812The U.S. has a passport CARD. Get that along with your passport and use that. Almost everything else today you can take a picture of and just have your cell phone.
@@garrettgallardo4812 if such situation occurs, where you planned to escape to or rejoin the society, it is critical to have officially recognized identification documents. earning an advantage of proving yourself as an established refugee from either natural disasters or other situations can be extremely helpful. I think you can try to protect your id in everyday life too, I have such bad experiences with banks and other agencies that I would literally carry a whole pack of my id on me and all document photocopies on my phone just in case I need to print them out.
That is the first time I've heard any prepper actually mention the concept of non-permissive environments. Grew up camping but still learned a lot here.
@Drew Peacock One writer who served for many years in the SAS was appalled at the condition of others who were candidates to become SAS troopers. His opinion was that everyone in the army should be fit enough to be in the SAS. Or in other words, everyone should be above average. Friends, that can't be.
I live in a wheelchair, and this was a great video for me when it came to packing my emergency chair kit. Folks like me sometimes don't have a choice but to hurry up and wait in space. Thanks for you work and service!
I got homegirl to watch your videos and now she has a bug out bag in her car with the 10 C's and she learning how to use all the gear. She really impressed me when she showed me how she learned to use a ferro rod - she learned watching one of your videos! Thank you, man! ✊🏾
@@GrayBeardedGreenBeret Hey friend hope all is well. Also An Army veteran. the next level is to post about Sungazing, urin aka orin drinking. those are supplemental to no equipment and dire situations. Been on Orin therapy and sungazing for a while. orin about 4 months, and sungazing since 2013. Makes one Less hungry, more centered specially in hot situations, heightened senses, more intune with nature, less hungry, focused. Actually tons of breatharians are o orin and sungazing. the next level past vegan, fruitarian diets. but one can apply this anceint knowledge to survival needs. I love your videos by the way.
If I could humbly make a suggestion... Consider using a dry bag as a ruck liner. I use a 20 litre aquaquest dry bag inside a Savota ruck. Helps keep everything dry. And it floats! Cheers everyone.
I love how genuine and honest you are. "So this is MY knife that I DESIGNED. But you'll probably just want the Mora. Also, brands don't matter even though I work for Pathfinder." The first bugout video brought me to your channel, glad to see an update!
How is it wrong that I am working with Pathfinder? Are you seriously suggesting that I don't have the ability to judge the character of people I actually know and work with? I know you don't know me and have never met me, who have you actually met at Pathfinder? Who do you actually know?
@@GrayBeardedGreenBeret Not at all, my tone wasn't sarcastic. I think it's a credit to your character that in spite of working for pathfinder you still say brands don't matter, is what I meant.
i like that the focus is on moving and not staying in one spot and "survive" there. thats not the main objective for me, usually its about covering a distance. this is the most useful video i've found on youtube covering that topic.
I'd also recommend a pair of gloves. It's good to make walking sticks early on, it makes moving more efficient and safer over rough terrain, but they will give you blisters over time (unless you take your time to make good ones). You can also injure your hands on rough terrain. Taking care of your hands and feet is crucial, and gloves don't weigh much.
I'm retired US Army. I was really prepared to bug out, but a funny thing happened, I got old (74). Now my game plan is defend my rural farm in place. My life will be very expensive.
My situation is similar. Been prepping for many years. Got married and have a wife and kids that think I'm nuts. So now bugging out is no longer on my radar. I will go down protecting my loved ones. I also got old.
Honestly this is kinda sad. You’re 74 and have your own land, just chill out. No one’s coming to take your stuff. Just enjoy your last years without the unnecessary paranoia. Spend time with your family
@@soymilkmanjust because you're paranoid doesn't mean they're not out to get you. What we've gone through in the past couple years and you learned nothing lol.
@@soymilkman that's a bold thing to say with the state of not just the United States but of the world the last few years. Have you been paying attention at all? Do you know how many times we were right on the cusp of unrest? I really hope it doesn't go that way either honestly. But I wont be naive to what's going on around me.
saying “I don’t think the juice is worth the squeeze” is the coolest thing I have ever heard someone say and applies to so many things. Its a phrase I am going to immediately start saying all the time and if anyone questions me I will be adamant in claiming I have said this phrase my entire life. I could explain to them where I learned the phrase but quite frankly I don’t think the juice is worth the squeeze on that one.
I'm not a prepper, but like having a pack ready for going camping with my friends who never plan. Very refreshing to not have to listen to a long rant about the current environment and why I should be a prepper before getting into the gear. Thanks!
All the other preparedness changed m channels seem to be some know-it-all giving a testosterone-fueled sermon about how everything he does it's right. But you just look at the camera and calmly dispense vital information like you actually want to help me. Almost all of that information is opinion, but it's the opinion of someone who has a great deal of experience to draw from. Then you explain that our experience, skill-set, and environment probably differ, so we should educate ourselves accordingly. I love this channel! 5 stars. Highly recommend.
Makes sense. He's a green beret, qualifying for that requires a higher standard than other armies. People that can stay calm under pressure are looked for. Branches like marines can be....less so.
What caught my attention is the experience this man has. He explains how to use the gear, awesome redundancy and when he mentioned to not focus on the brand was a definite plus. Thank you for your knowledge, your service to our country and I will be looking forward to more videos.
Something to sleep under, on and in, I didn't plan to learn nearly this much from what I thought was going to be just another random video. Thank you sir! I've subscribed and started watching all of your videos now.
Look I only was getting ready for my 1st camping trip. I think I deserve a college credit from what I learned from this video. Can you say SUBSCRIBE....
I just watch this video again after a year I think. Just amazing. About 27mins of full info and no BS. No intros or B-roll. Refreshing especially with so much videos up on youtube.
Where I live it's pretty rainy so stuffing a bivvy bag with leaves isn't very appealing. What I did was bought a closed cell foam mat, cut it a bit narrower, shorter, then cut it into 3 pieces so it fits in my back pack. It doesn't have the versatility of a bivi bag but it must be lighter. Obviously it means you need a bigger rucksack. I carry everything but the kitchen sink, but it 'only' weighs 24lbs. This includes a tent, sleeping bag (the short type that only comes up to your waist, I'll carry an insulated jacket apart from in summer)), stove, cooking pot, gas, wood stove, monocular, fishing kit, wood saw, power pack for phone, solar lamp, phone charger, candle, vaseline + cotton balls, ferro rod, several lighters, sewing kit, gaffa tape, insect repellant, you name it! My rucksack is 50l and weighs 1.5kg (kelty Redwing).
I served in the Marines as a Scout/Sniper. I thought I knew all this. Recently, I started reading the A American book series (currently on chapter 2 of the first book) and was searching the youtube to find what others might have in their packs. I do have a pack, that I call my 24hr pack. It has enough for me to survive for 24hrs and has many of the categories you covered. But no redundancies, no nav, and is probably too heavy. You just earned a sub sir. Thank you for helping me.
I love the calm demeanour and no-bullhit attitude you have while explaining everything in a very simple, understandable, yet highly knowledgeable way. I think I know my stuff to a certain degree, but you have it down to the basics and still break stuff down so I can profit from your knowledge. Thanks so much.
In case you can't find tactical survival training in your area, for the trauma and emergency care, you can take an EMR (Emergency Medical Responder), or ECA course. It's basically the Certification course under EMT-B. You'll learn everything from basic trauma care, splinting, shock prevention, medical terminology, etc. You might not want to work in the medical field with the certification you obtain, but you'll become familiar with emergency care. You could always just purchase a used textbook, in case you don't want to take a whole course.
I have zero doubt about this man's credibility. Dude's entire bedroll is wild, basically like two tarps, and he seems more comfortable in a freaking cave than I do in my own bed
Just read your article on weight versus functionality and price. You really got into it, but I find it refreshing to hear a survival expert say that functional gear that can save your butt is the main criteria. Those who condemn others for not buying the popular stuff seem to forget the main goal is to survive not to impress others. Very insightful and helpful to viewers. Most everything I have was purchased on sale, clearance or brand new from Goodwill. It's not junk mind you, but decent gear and this has allowed me to acquire some equipment I might otherwise not have.
Very much appreciate this video. I wanted to build a cross between an in vehicle emergency kit and a bug out bag. I've most of the type gear, that I'd asembled before, but it was too much. Now I can pare down and add a couple things I'd over looked. At 73, I am a bit past my prime but my now past military service and search and rescue training can now be refined with your video info. Thanks so very much. Hopefully the younger generations will make use of the vids also.
Corresponding blog for more info: graybeardedgreenberet.com/green-berets-ultralight-bug-out-bag-2-0/ For everyone who will ask, firearms don't belong inside a bag which is what this video is limited to. If you are in a situation where you need one, it should be on your hip or at the ready, not stuffed in your bag. This is also a baseline packing list that is applicable to most. It is up to you to tailor it to your skill level and environment. There is no such thing as a one-sze-fits-all checklist for a bag that is applicable to everyone in every environment.
This is why I never cared for the idea of separate bags for levels of preparedness that many prepper videos do. I have some decent gear but there's been many times when I found myself in situations where it would have helped but was sitting in a pack or on a shelf at home. Much better to have a versatile pack with kits which can be expanded but will always have the minimum you need. Just as with keeping the gun on your hip, having a tool/supply buried in a pack where you can't get to it or have to search is of zero use. In fact I would say if you have to dig through your gear to find something, 1) you don't know your kit well enough and 2) you brought too much crap.
Bravo sir, I've been thinking a lot more about preparedness but UA-cam is full of guys who just want go flash gadgets around but all their kit is brand spanking new. I imagine the most work they put into their tool set is opening up Amazon packages. You, however, there is wisdom and experience in your voice and I just wanted to say I appreciate your time and will look forward to more content.
I keep a headlamp (similar to the one you show at the end of this video) in the medical part of my bag. It is important to have some light that is easy to find in a medical kit. That way you're not looking around for a light source before being able to provide medical aid in low/no light.
I stumbled across you via a rabbit hole with no context as to who you are. What sold me on you is when you stated that what you designed (the knife) isn't for everyone and advised inexperienced people away from it. Speaks highly of your integrity. Liked and subscribed.
The best bug out bag I've seen. Awesome no bullshit discription. You can absolutely tell you have walked the walk. Listen and learn! Thanks dude, this is my go to vid when folks ask what they need in a bug out bag. IMHO this is the best thing about UA-cam, people like you sharing your knowledge with others. Bravo dude!!!!
The way the last year has went has made a 16 year old feel the need for a bugout bag. It’s probably going to stay in my trunk and never be used but it’ll be nice to have this peace of mind of having one.
You'll be really happy though when you have to dig into it for a $20, toilet paper, or a fresh pair of socks or gloves when it's cold. Better to have it than not need it.....
You might consider adding several nylon mesh laundry bags to your kit in case you have to pick up assorted stuff along the way, They take up almost zero space and they could also even serve as a makeshift fish net if you ever get the time and opportunity to fish.
As someone who new to being reasonably prepared for bad situations due to recent escalating international tensions this man is a gold mine of information. And I love that he mentioned the company that he likes to get his equipment from. Especially since it served him well while being deployed. Grade A content
Probably the best channel yet for stripping away the noise, and good guidance for packing only what you need, and stressing knowledge and experience over gadgets. I would humbly add one point when talking about the multi-tool, In my opinion the pliers have one other use ... they eliminate the need to carry silcock key. I’ve tried both on spigots in parks, on commercial buildings, and government buildings and I’ve not yet found one I could not open just as easily with pliers as I could with the key. Great video! Keep ‘em coming!
I’ve always thought carving tent stakes was really unnecessary. Tent stakes are one of the lightest things I could possibly carry. If I’m in a rush to get a tent set up the last thing I want to do is start carving stakes. Glad to see someone with the same viewpoint.
I appreciate your down-to-earth, realistic, non-brand-centric approach. Your comment about night vision being "so far down in the weeds" was perfectly timed; I had just finished rolling my eyes at such advice in the video I just watched prior to yours! I think your key point is to have a clear purpose in mind, then build around that. For the bag I am building for my car, it is meant to get me the 25 miles from my office to home after an earthquake. At home, our bug out tote box is meant to sustain a family of 4 for three days. Same initiating event in mind, but very different needs.
This is the best bugout bag video ever sensible lightweight but covers all requirements, and it's something all day hikers should think about carrying.
Thank you! I plan to watch more of your videos in the future. I love the way you explain things and the reasons behind what you have. My son was a marine (KIA 27DEC2010) and he was teaching me these types of things. Now I am outfitting his truck as a stealth camper and I watch videos like this to get prepared for emergencies. Thanks for sharing. (I hope you have other videos to watch. This is the first one I have come across.)
My deepest condolences sir. I know it's been a decade, but I can't imagine that the pain goes away completely. I thank your son for his service and that you find peace and serenity despite the loss. I know there are those who will doubt that what you said is true, but even though we don't know each other and I can't comprehend your loss, I stand with you. o7
Thank you Joshua. Been following you for awhile. Appreciate your precision and use of military terms. Much of what I learn from your videos is the mental concepts and thinking behind the process. You are providing a great service to us. Blessing to you.
Love that you said Adirondacks in winter...my wife and I grew up there and most people dont even know where it is! Have really been enjoying your videos, thank you.
Once again Josh this one bats 1000%. You always tailor your kit to your needs but there is always a base to start with!! Thanks for always keeping it real!
Great video. Really helps that you explain the WHY as well as the what. Everyone says “tailor to your environment” without explaining the purpose of each piece of gear (so you can judge what substitute will work for you). Thanks a bunch.
Just found and watched your video. I’m glad you brought up permissive/nonpermissive environments. I’ve been teaching SERE and survival skill schools for the military for 30 years and your video is on point.
It's good to see someone finally saying that a simple Bic lighter is the most practical and easiest way to get a fire going. Also saying that a multi tool is typically never needed in the woods. I can see it being in a bugout bag but not necessary in a day pack or backpack for just a hike in the woods.
I put your original bag together a couple years ago + my “colorado” items and used it during a major blizzard here in colorado - thanks for the inspiration!
Considering that one of the things green berets do is to teach the locals how to survive or defend themselves in a hostile environment it's probably one of the things they best at, especially if you consider the ones being taught might not know much english to begin with.
Thank you sir! Very down-to-earth, no expensive hype or showy nonsense, just real stuff that works. I spent 2.5 years in the army and I still learnt a lot. Much appreciated.
Respect. Your breathing, tone and speech rate all increased when talking about the IFAK. Can’t imagine what you’ve managed. Thank you for your service.
I've carried a first aid kit ever since getting out of the army fifty years ago. I've used it while in the woods just about once. But after thinking the whole thing over from scratch, I realized that it really was inadequate for what I needed it for and that it was unnecessary for what it was good for. So I substituted an army field dressing and a few band-aids. My thinking was that the serious injury that I might possibly deal with was either a piercing wound or a bad slashing wound, neither of which my old kit could handle. Even so, I still believe that the most likely serious injury in the woods would be a bad fall and I don't know what you could carry to deal with that, except maybe pain killer. As it is, I've twice had a fall bad enough to see a doctor. But those both happened at home. I've concluded that it's safer in the woods. I still bring along my older kit when travelling and it stays in the car.
Love it GBGB. Alot of what you say is applicable for teh UK where we dont have the luxury of packing a piece. You come out with sound no nonsense advice. Having now bought my rural retreat in a small farming community, my main issue woudl be getting back there i a SHTF situ if I was sent to a big city for a meeting or something like that
hands down the best bug out bag i have seen; it is very similar to mine, however i live in an urban environment so fire is a lot less permissive that is intolerant to anything considered a weapon so I have a sillcock key, a swiss army (no multi-tool), no trauma kit, but a great backpackers first aid kit, mechanics gloves and dust mask, and more of hobo layers and a knit hat, contractor trash bags, and a spare pair of socks than a full shelter kit. Remember if you don't have it with you it is useless, in an urban environment it needs to be both light weight and allow you to blend in. For food I have starkist tuna packages and precooked rice, granola bars, and chocolate covered expresso beans. If a policeman or mall cop went through my bad they would prob thing had one or two weird things but nothing would probably get confiscated which is very important due to the nature of problems we face here in urban environments which tend to be more things like riots, natural disasters that take down water and power and transportation.
Does that first aid kit include some tourniquets? That's really the off/on switch from a bobo kit to something that'll save lives. They don't do anything for the torso obviously, but they're dead simple to use and stop ANY AND ALL BLEEDING on a limb. They're also perfectly safe for at least 8 hours. I strongly recommend carring at least two in any kit.
Just watched this whole video again for the second time I forgot how good it was, I always remember something to sleep in, sleep under and sleep on and another favourite of mine is wind,water,widowmakers,wood,wigglers very great information that always sticks with me
HAVING BEEN A FORMER ACTIVE DUTY (non combat) MARINE, I have forgotten most of my training now that I am beginning to be a more prepared person considering the state of our union. NOW THAT IM GETTING OLDER(ISH) MY MEMORY IS BEGINNING TO GET BAD. NOW I WANNA LEARN WHAT I HAVE FORGOTTEN. Unfortunately when I got out the big green weenie screwed me over and being immature at the time I chose to.forget my training.....BIG BIG BIG MISTAKE...🤪🤪 Thanks for making this learning very easy to understand.
Thank you. Your voice is easy in the ears and the pace for delivering info is good for anyone/ everyone regardless of experience. Also, by organizing it into logical kit areas, I didn’t get confused at all. Subtle humor always appreciated.
Thanks for the video. Ultralight hiking brought me here. Some kind suggestions from this perspective: -Remove Labels (ie the back pack large one) to save weight and be even more under the radar. This will maybe equal the weight of your small Bic lighter -Take Hand sanitizer to avoid any unpleasant stomach problems, also doubles as a fire starter in emergency -Vaseline and cotton balls are the lightest cheapest fire starters, yours look good too -Instead of military poncho a Six Moon Design Gatewood or Mountain Laurel Poncho-Tarp would serve the same purpose (minus camouflage) for a fraction of the weight and bulk. -A poncho sleeping bag with synthetic insulation like the Mountain Laurel Designs Spirit Quilt with a ponche slit would isolate better -Zpacks Z-Line Slick Cord would be much lighter than para cord -MSR Groundhog Minis are good enough at a fraction of the weight (worst case put a rock on them that one time it's necessary) -Water filter looks heavy. The Sawyer Squeeze has been extensively used by through hikers. It's lighter and probably more reliable and will go on ANY 28mm plastic bottle (Smart Water for example) -For capacity grab an Evernew Bag (compatible with Sawyer) or a Cnoc Vecto one. -One or two cotton bandanas can replace the larger cotton piece -I would add: Nyloflume pack liner (makes your bag water proof) -Maybe add a rain skirt (flat piece of Dyneema DCF or sil nylon), very versatile and keeps you alive in heavy winds -If you can live without the green light, the Nitecore NU25 has a default red, high CRI and regular led and weighs less than an ounce. It recharges via USB so... -battery bank 10k mah from either Anker or Ravpower is a worthy edition -Leukotape for blisters and Bodyglide for chafing is a must have to ensure you can keep walking. That's probably 6lbs saved in weight for the same or increased functionality. Hope some of it helps.
I can understand your perspective and why you would come at it from the weight side of things. You have to keep in mind that I am coming at it from a durability perspective. There is a lot of gear out that that may be lighter, that’s not a requirement for me. This gear is not meant for walking groomed trails and setting up at designated campsites along the way. Half of what I see in the ultralight backpacking/hiking industry costs a lot more money and would be shredded in true, off trail, rugged terrain. The trade off is not worth it for me. Looking at your list, I would have to disagree with your assessment of increased functionality.
I will say that I appreciate your approach and tactful suggestions, much more constructive than most from the “ultralight” community...and they actually spurred me to dig deeper into your suggestions and I am actually writing a blog about it as we speak. It’s a really interesting exercise I think you and others may enjoy. Thanks
@@GrayBeardedGreenBeret I appreciate your reply! Certainly I am no expert when it comes to the common scenarios people prepare for which is why I watch your videos as well. Thank you for them. As with any "scene" there is people who take it way too serious and start defining themselves with it. Also UL people. Silly. I will say though that I did encounter former military guys on my 2200 mile through hike. Wonderful, resilient people. Still some were just suffering due to not being able to let go of their habits. Boots or army poncho stand out as bad choices - for that specific activity. Then there is the weight of their packs that wore them down, quite literally. That is my perspective for respectful suggestions. I wouldn't dare to talk about knives for example, because I carried a small Swiss Army knife to open Mountain Houses and Ramen packages and that's it. My back pack would not survive bush wacking for too long either. I tried to take that into considerations. The truth seems to lie in the middle between Ultralight and Preparedness/Bushcraft. I feel like the beginning of a thru hike shows some very valuable lessons in regard to a bug out bag as well. It's people "with a plan" spending a lot of calories while carrying gear. Couch to marathon all too often. Equipment takes you only so far if you are out of shape. If you got to quickly walk 15 miles without being used to it, a chafe or blisters might very well stop you and then all the other gear might be pointless. Everyone feels he can power through it before he has to. Hence, I think it is worth to suggest Leukotape and BodyGlide. The only thing I feel somewhat strongly about on my list is the water filter. Because getting water is daily business for hundreds of people on trail and the Sawyer has the best balance between weight, durability and flow rate. If you're worried, two of them will still be lighter. Also one should carry O-Ring replacements as they can get lost. Anyhow, your filter works with pressure against the outside container. If you drop that in a river or if it breaks, it's over. With the Sawyer you can just get another pet bottle and they're everywhere (sadly). One of the Smart Water Bottles lasted me for 1300 miles of daily heavy usage. Looking forward to that blog post. All the best.
Yeah it was an interesting exercise that I spent the day yesterday digging in line by line. It’s a really long blog, several pages, with a lot of number crunching etc. probably won’t be too popular but that’s not important. The numbers worked out to be a weight savings of somewhere around 1.75 pounds at the added cost of around $335 with some pretty significant loss of functionality through the lens of wilderness survival and preparedness, which is of course a different lens than a through hiker is looking at it with. That’s all detailed in the blog. What interesting also is that many of us have used DCF options and were crucified on YT by the respective followings for daring to suggest something so expensive for most people. So of course we have that filter on our lens to deal with also. We know folks are taking these recommendations so it’s not always as simple as “here’s my bag and what I recommend”, we have to think about the followers and potential followers and be as affordable as possible (within reason, the stuff still has to be great stuff). The other interesting tidbit is this: I never once looked at or considered weight for any items in this bag or the original that this replaced. It wasn’t even a factor. I looked at needs and what I have used and trusted to provide for those needs, stripped out any fluff, and was left with an 18-19 pound bag with water. Ultralight in this context is in comparison to other BOBs I saw on the Internet. The UL backpacking community wasn’t even a thought when I called it that. Back in the day when I was doing Adventure Races and getting after it peakbagging, I was always looking for that “lightest possible solution” to a need and that was about the only thing I considered for that, they were just to finish the race or trail or summit, so I get that perspective as well. Just two different lenses.
@@GrayBeardedGreenBeret The blog post was great, just found the time to read it. I enjoyed it a lot! You shared valuable insights into your considerations and I can better understand your choices now. The battery bank was intended to use for the cell phone as well, yes. I don't know why some UL folks were weird about you guys recommending DCF, maybe supplies were limited in the beginning or so? DCF is seldom worth it but that vastly depends on budget and usage. For example for hiking at alpine elevation or in remote areas a very light and minimal MLD Monk tarp might be worth it for the weight as insurance against freezing if one were to get injured. Yes there is a cheaper option etc but would people actually take it for that spontaneous peak bagging hike. I always try to stay open to different lenses and approaches. One example would be the Kuiu Peloton 97 which has transitioned from the hunting to the UL community. I am certain that many boundaries between niche communities will fall, many hunters using trail runners these days as well for example. It was a pleasure, all the best to you and your loved ones.
That water bottle is even better than people might think. It not only filters the bacteria, parasites, and protozoa you would find in outdoor water, but it also filters viruses, heavy metals, chemicals, and plastics that you’d find in an urban environment. It’s much better than sawyer, lifestraw etc.
I just reposted this video on my Facebook page Fans of Bushcraft Packs , Bags and Pouches for a Bug Out Bag series I just started. You’ve demonstrated a great set up and explained yourself well
One of the better to excellent advice on survival needs n common sense. It always amazes me how much gear some folks run out with if shtf. I am too ole of a paradog to bug out imho. I'll hold my own with my RMA armorment carrier n sand bags. As I have 13 gkids to protect n protect at all costs. There's so many self made survivalist out there today. Nice to listen to a fellow brother, n I'd say one of the veryyy best I've watched, maybe the only video I didn't skip through. Laugh I finally got myself a true HK SP5/MP5 recently, n have no regrets. With some +P jhp it'll get the job done inside n outside in the woods. Yes, I do have 308 n 5.56. Yet I have kept it legal as a pistol carbine with a 4 position brace, HK-C1 trigger n many others I run with. My apologies for off subject. It happens when you get to be a ole paradog. Thanks for the excellent video sir.
Awesome video. Goes to show you dont need a ridiculously large and heavy 40-60 litre pack in order to survive indefinitely. 20-30 liters is just fine! 1000x more comfortable as well!
Thanks for creating such a useful, honest and no-BS bug out bag video. Would you consider doing a similar video in the future for people who have to bug out with their family? I have a wife and 2 small kids and we're dealing with the complexities of having to pack more stuff, while carrying our sons. Keep up the great work. It's making a difference.
this is a cool video. I'm building a bug out bag mainly at the urging of my parents (I'm nowhere near a doomsday prepper), but living in the city, I may have to leave my apartment really quickly in the case of political unrest or natural disaster. Thanks for the accessible and easy to understand information!
I agree, I’m of a mind that the doomsday thing is far less likely. Social unrest, natural disasters, etc. happen all the time. “Bug Out Bag” is just a trendy name for an emergency kit
Eighteen months ago I discovered the original Bug Out Bag video which then became the foundation for my Adventure / Day Hike Bag. This video updated the concept and although I started with a number of “economic” selections, I have been upgrading items to improve the quality of selected items. My most recent purchase was the GB2 IFAK and augmentation kit. Absolutely thrilled with the quality of the package. I trained for “Stop the Bleed” at our club just before the lock-down and been waiting to purchase this IFAC. You hope you never need these assets when you are hiking and camping for pleasure but group posts give many example of practitioners that suffered sever injuries. Be will prepared.
Glad this came up in my feed. I'm forwarding to a friend who asked my advice. He put together a pack that weighs over 50lbs w/o food or water. In his condition he wouldn't make it 50ft, let alone the 50+ miles he'd need to go. The one he made for his tiny little wife is 35lbs. Gotta be real, folks. This video covers the basics of a lightweight kit perfectly. Just watched again for the 2nd time. Also subbed again for the 2nd time. YT unsubbed me. Not cool.
No coincidence that my bug out also has 90% the same stuff. Evidence of a true military/ ex- military man. The IFAK is straight out of whats taught on TCCC. My sleep kit is much the same too, except I used what’s called Hootchie cords here in Australia. Double them up and tie a knot every 2-3 inches, and u have ur self an self-tensioning/ adjustable shelter tie-down cord. Can be used as a clothes line for drying clothes without the need for clothes pegs.
Please teach! I’m a single mother of two, I need to make us big out bags and plan because I’m weary of our world today. Thank you so much for the info. Please make more videos!!!!!
You speak very well. I like that a lot. You’re obviously very smart and know what you’re talking about. Very informative video. From one army vet to another, I salute you my brother. New subscriber.
Been reading and watching this type of thing for as many years as I can remember...And this guy is the best of the best of the best I've ever come across ..Well done sir ...
The MSR Groundhog Stakes are Aluminum, not Titanium. That being said, they're still the best, providing the most surface area, and are very light weight.
Most of these items I keep in my kit already, however the Geopress I'll have to pick one of those up. Seems to be a very handy piece of gear. Also I hadn't thought about pre-bundling my ridge-line system. Thanks for all the useful info.
Someone worth watching I know a lot of the stuff you teach but I actually learned a few things I didn't want to turn your videos off because it didn't sound like an infomercial appreciate that you won yourself a new subscriber
Dude straight up recommended ANOTHER KNIFE to the masses over his OWN DESIGN. That level of honesty alone was enough for me. You have a fan sir
Military needs more collected guys like this leading the masses. Too many wreckless yes men
They are cleansing guys like that...
@@theptsdgrower5095 Translates to "HOOAAAAHHHHHHH🤙🤙🤙"
@@chief5981 Yes man
Yeah, it shows that his recommendations are serious and not a ploy to make people buy his merch (unlike some other prepping youtubers)
"Improvising is something you do when you're not prepared."
Wise words.
Here's another one I heard Patrick Mcnamara say, "Experience is something you get after you need it..." or something to that effect...
WRONG!... improvising is for people living in the REAL WORLD.....because only an idiot would think their living in the "perfect" world and their Plan will work perfect!
@@94SexyStang Roger that! Evaluate, Adapt & Overcome!
@@94SexyStang That’s the point of redundancy. Have backups for your backups. More chance you’ll win the lotto than have 3 backups fail simultaneously.
It all goes to shit when you’re tired, scared, cold and hungry. Then you find out who you are.
Prep and training is everything. 😎⚓️🇬🇧
As a former refugee who did have to bug out... You need your documents (id, drivers license, gun license, passport, land deeds etc), either originals or officiated copies, in waterproof container. You need money in different currencies, also in waterproof container. You need gold. You need semi-expensive waterproof watch for bribing. You need basic medicine like antibiotics, analgetics, antipyretics and other medicine that you could need, of course, in waterproof container.
Great ideas and insight. Thanks for sharing.
Curious about the documents. This is something I've thought of and took upon myself to make photo copies of and laminate to protect from moisture. I'm curious, how closely will anyone care about the Copies vs original or officiated copies? I figured if something happened to my wallet, I have these back up copies to prove who I am. If needed I figured it would be too chaotic anyway for people to care as long as they have a rough idea of who you are or can plug your info in..... should I considering getting officiated copies??
@@garrettgallardo4812The U.S. has a passport CARD. Get that along with your passport and use that.
Almost everything else today you can take a picture of and just have your cell phone.
@@garrettgallardo4812 if such situation occurs, where you planned to escape to or rejoin the society, it is critical to have officially recognized identification documents. earning an advantage of proving yourself as an established refugee from either natural disasters or other situations can be extremely helpful. I think you can try to protect your id in everyday life too, I have such bad experiences with banks and other agencies that I would literally carry a whole pack of my id on me and all document photocopies on my phone just in case I need to print them out.
Thanks for providing a real life experience. I hope you and your loved ones are doing well
I can’t believe how genuine this man is
I really like this guy
Ikr
And his gear is used, not brand new just outta the box, gets him 10 xtra points
Exactly
Excited to watch the video.
That is the first time I've heard any prepper actually mention the concept of non-permissive environments. Grew up camping but still learned a lot here.
Even while camping it's good to think about those things, especially in dry areas like southern California
@@vitazissel3671 oh yeah the Mojave is wild
Also look into Dakota fox holes for fires under non-permissive situations if a fire is necessary.
I'd say he's a Green Beret that uses his training/experience in daily life...not a "prepper"
I've seen many mention it, just not in those exact words.
This man can save ur life
This man is the epitome of " the more you know, the less you need"
Frfr!
The essence of survival is being able to do without things.
Never said I was an expert. I'm just used to doing without.
In the Marines it was always "mind over matter" because if you don't mind, it don't matter.
@Drew Peacock One writer who served for many years in the SAS was appalled at the condition of others who were candidates to become SAS troopers. His opinion was that everyone in the army should be fit enough to be in the SAS. Or in other words, everyone should be above average. Friends, that can't be.
I live in a wheelchair, and this was a great video for me when it came to packing my emergency chair kit. Folks like me sometimes don't have a choice but to hurry up and wait in space. Thanks for you work and service!
I got homegirl to watch your videos and now she has a bug out bag in her car with the 10 C's and she learning how to use all the gear. She really impressed me when she showed me how she learned to use a ferro rod - she learned watching one of your videos! Thank you, man! ✊🏾
Love it!!
@Les Fernandez sounds good!
@@GrayBeardedGreenBeret Hey friend hope all is well. Also An Army veteran. the next level is to post about Sungazing, urin aka orin drinking. those are supplemental to no equipment and dire situations. Been on Orin therapy and sungazing for a while. orin about 4 months, and sungazing since 2013. Makes one Less hungry, more centered specially in hot situations, heightened senses, more intune with nature, less hungry, focused. Actually tons of breatharians are o orin and sungazing. the next level past vegan, fruitarian diets. but one can apply this anceint knowledge to survival needs. I love your videos by the way.
Start a channel called gangsta preppa
It's a hard no from me, Bluestarseed1. Two each their own, but none of that is me.
If I could humbly make a suggestion... Consider using a dry bag as a ruck liner. I use a 20 litre aquaquest dry bag inside a Savota ruck. Helps keep everything dry. And it floats! Cheers everyone.
Good idea. Going to 100% make that happen in my kit.
I love how genuine and honest you are. "So this is MY knife that I DESIGNED. But you'll probably just want the Mora. Also, brands don't matter even though I work for Pathfinder."
The first bugout video brought me to your channel, glad to see an update!
Uncle Josh is one of the most genuine people on UA-cam. I could sense it immediately, and he's never given me cause to suspect I was wrong.
He knows a truth from personal experience, he tries to teach it to you if you want to learn it.
How is it wrong that I am working with Pathfinder? Are you seriously suggesting that I don't have the ability to judge the character of people I actually know and work with? I know you don't know me and have never met me, who have you actually met at Pathfinder? Who do you actually know?
@@GrayBeardedGreenBeret Not at all, my tone wasn't sarcastic. I think it's a credit to your character that in spite of working for pathfinder you still say brands don't matter, is what I meant.
@@luckdex I think Uncle Josh was responding to Arcane Sound Studios.
i like that the focus is on moving and not staying in one spot and "survive" there. thats not the main objective for me, usually its about covering a distance. this is the most useful video i've found on youtube covering that topic.
This is why we're lightweight on gear and minimalist and efficient. Because we are moving.
In a non-permissive environment, movement is life.
I'd also recommend a pair of gloves. It's good to make walking sticks early on, it makes moving more efficient and safer over rough terrain, but they will give you blisters over time (unless you take your time to make good ones). You can also injure your hands on rough terrain. Taking care of your hands and feet is crucial, and gloves don't weigh much.
I'm retired US Army. I was really prepared to bug out, but a funny thing happened, I got old (74). Now my game plan is defend my rural farm in place. My life will be very expensive.
Same here, brother
My situation is similar. Been prepping for many years. Got married and have a wife and kids that think I'm nuts. So now bugging out is no longer on my radar. I will go down protecting my loved ones. I also got old.
Honestly this is kinda sad. You’re 74 and have your own land, just chill out. No one’s coming to take your stuff. Just enjoy your last years without the unnecessary paranoia. Spend time with your family
@@soymilkmanjust because you're paranoid doesn't mean they're not out to get you.
What we've gone through in the past couple years and you learned nothing lol.
@@soymilkman that's a bold thing to say with the state of not just the United States but of the world the last few years. Have you been paying attention at all? Do you know how many times we were right on the cusp of unrest? I really hope it doesn't go that way either honestly. But I wont be naive to what's going on around me.
Why do I keep watching this video…why do I find it weirdly calming…
saying “I don’t think the juice is worth the squeeze” is the coolest thing I have ever heard someone say and applies to so many things. Its a phrase I am going to immediately start saying all
the time and if anyone questions me I will be adamant in claiming I have said this phrase my entire life. I could explain to them where I learned the phrase but quite frankly I don’t think the juice is worth the squeeze on that one.
😂 best comment I’ve read today
I'm not a prepper, but like having a pack ready for going camping with my friends who never plan. Very refreshing to not have to listen to a long rant about the current environment and why I should be a prepper before getting into the gear. Thanks!
Camping is Prepping.
All the other preparedness changed m channels seem to be some know-it-all giving a testosterone-fueled sermon about how everything he does it's right.
But you just look at the camera and calmly dispense vital information like you actually want to help me.
Almost all of that information is opinion, but it's the opinion of someone who has a great deal of experience to draw from.
Then you explain that our experience, skill-set, and environment probably differ, so we should educate ourselves accordingly.
I love this channel!
5 stars. Highly recommend.
Just found the channel.And i totally agree.👍
Totally agree 👍
Makes sense. He's a green beret, qualifying for that requires a higher standard than other armies. People that can stay calm under pressure are looked for. Branches like marines can be....less so.
Agree. Very non-assuming and unpretentious, but very informative.
Yup, well put mate. Agree with your comments. Good advice, given to inform, not to sell products or make one look good.
"Improvising is something you do when you aren't prepared."
Words to live by.
It's always joyful to watch a real professional to tell you their business, not so much of branding or products selling, but genuine sharing, salute.
“I don’t think the juice is worth the squeeze”. Love it!
What caught my attention is the experience this man has. He explains how to use the gear, awesome redundancy and when he mentioned to not focus on the brand was a definite plus. Thank you for your knowledge, your service to our country and I will be looking forward to more videos.
Thank you for the straightfowardness of your videos. "Dont focus on the brand, focus on your need and skill level." Man, that's is so refreshing!
Something to sleep under, on and in, I didn't plan to learn nearly this much from what I thought was going to be just another random video.
Thank you sir! I've subscribed and started watching all of your videos now.
Look I only was getting ready for my 1st camping trip. I think I deserve a college credit from what I learned from this video. Can you say SUBSCRIBE....
Yep, because the ground can be hard and or cold and wet too.
Most useful video I've ever watched on UA-cam. No hype, just knowledge.
I just watch this video again after a year I think. Just amazing. About 27mins of full info and no BS. No intros or B-roll. Refreshing especially with so much videos up on youtube.
Where I live it's pretty rainy so stuffing a bivvy bag with leaves isn't very appealing. What I did was bought a closed cell foam mat, cut it a bit narrower, shorter, then cut it into 3 pieces so it fits in my back pack. It doesn't have the versatility of a bivi bag but it must be lighter. Obviously it means you need a bigger rucksack. I carry everything but the kitchen sink, but it 'only' weighs 24lbs. This includes a tent, sleeping bag (the short type that only comes up to your waist, I'll carry an insulated jacket apart from in summer)), stove, cooking pot, gas, wood stove, monocular, fishing kit, wood saw, power pack for phone, solar lamp, phone charger, candle, vaseline + cotton balls, ferro rod, several lighters, sewing kit, gaffa tape, insect repellant, you name it! My rucksack is 50l and weighs 1.5kg (kelty Redwing).
A person who teaches you how to be prepared, not what to prepare.
This man is genuine and honest.
I served in the Marines as a Scout/Sniper. I thought I knew all this.
Recently, I started reading the A American book series (currently on chapter 2 of the first book) and was searching the youtube to find what others might have in their packs. I do have a pack, that I call my 24hr pack. It has enough for me to survive for 24hrs and has many of the categories you covered. But no redundancies, no nav, and is probably too heavy.
You just earned a sub sir. Thank you for helping me.
I love the calm demeanour and no-bullhit attitude you have while explaining everything in a very simple, understandable, yet highly knowledgeable way.
I think I know my stuff to a certain degree, but you have it down to the basics and still break stuff down so I can profit from your knowledge. Thanks so much.
In case you can't find tactical survival training in your area, for the trauma and emergency care, you can take an EMR (Emergency Medical Responder), or ECA course. It's basically the Certification course under EMT-B. You'll learn everything from basic trauma care, splinting, shock prevention, medical terminology, etc. You might not want to work in the medical field with the certification you obtain, but you'll become familiar with emergency care. You could always just purchase a used textbook, in case you don't want to take a whole course.
"I don't think the juice is worth the squeeze" Priceless. Great video as always, Josh. Thanks for sharing!!
Hahahah I wrote that down in my notes
I thought he said deuce
I liked that also. I will use that some day.
I have zero doubt about this man's credibility. Dude's entire bedroll is wild, basically like two tarps, and he seems more comfortable in a freaking cave than I do in my own bed
Just read your article on weight versus functionality and price. You really got into it, but I find it refreshing to hear a survival expert say that functional gear that can save your butt is the main criteria. Those who condemn others for not buying the popular stuff seem to forget the main goal is to survive not to impress others. Very insightful and helpful to viewers.
Most everything I have was purchased on sale, clearance or brand new from Goodwill. It's not junk mind you, but decent gear and this has allowed me to acquire some equipment I might otherwise not have.
Very much appreciate this video. I wanted to build a cross between an in vehicle emergency kit and a bug out bag. I've most of the type gear, that I'd asembled before, but it was too much. Now I can pare down and add a couple things I'd over looked. At 73, I am a bit past my prime but my now past military service and search and rescue training can now be refined with your video info. Thanks so very much. Hopefully the younger generations will make use of the vids also.
Corresponding blog for more info: graybeardedgreenberet.com/green-berets-ultralight-bug-out-bag-2-0/ For everyone who will ask, firearms don't belong inside a bag which is what this video is limited to. If you are in a situation where you need one, it should be on your hip or at the ready, not stuffed in your bag. This is also a baseline packing list that is applicable to most. It is up to you to tailor it to your skill level and environment. There is no such thing as a one-sze-fits-all checklist for a bag that is applicable to everyone in every environment.
You really can't fix stupid sir!
This is why I never cared for the idea of separate bags for levels of preparedness that many prepper videos do. I have some decent gear but there's been many times when I found myself in situations where it would have helped but was sitting in a pack or on a shelf at home. Much better to have a versatile pack with kits which can be expanded but will always have the minimum you need. Just as with keeping the gun on your hip, having a tool/supply buried in a pack where you can't get to it or have to search is of zero use. In fact I would say if you have to dig through your gear to find something, 1) you don't know your kit well enough and 2) you brought too much crap.
By bank line do you mean trot line, other than that I think I kept pace. And I loved your comments on tent spikes.
Carry for your life. Get trained.
Bravo sir,
I've been thinking a lot more about preparedness but UA-cam is full of guys who just want go flash gadgets around but all their kit is brand spanking new. I imagine the most work they put into their tool set is opening up Amazon packages.
You, however, there is wisdom and experience in your voice and I just wanted to say I appreciate your time and will look forward to more content.
ROFL bro that Amazon thing is too real...
@@JasonAguirre Ain't that the truth! 👍
I keep a headlamp (similar to the one you show at the end of this video) in the medical part of my bag. It is important to have some light that is easy to find in a medical kit. That way you're not looking around for a light source before being able to provide medical aid in low/no light.
I stumbled across you via a rabbit hole with no context as to who you are.
What sold me on you is when you stated that what you designed (the knife) isn't for everyone and advised inexperienced people away from it.
Speaks highly of your integrity.
Liked and subscribed.
The best bug out bag I've seen. Awesome no bullshit discription. You can absolutely tell you have walked the walk. Listen and learn! Thanks dude, this is my go to vid when folks ask what they need in a bug out bag. IMHO this is the best thing about UA-cam, people like you sharing your knowledge with others. Bravo dude!!!!
The way the last year has went has made a 16 year old feel the need for a bugout bag. It’s probably going to stay in my trunk and never be used but it’ll be nice to have this peace of mind of having one.
You'll be really happy though when you have to dig into it for a $20, toilet paper, or a fresh pair of socks or gloves when it's cold. Better to have it than not need it.....
@@bigredjeepyj3436 yeah true
I appreciate your honesty when mentioning your knife. Kudos
I had the same comment in mind, thanks for sharing!
Discovered you today. Literally the best, realest and most honest guy out there
You might consider adding several nylon mesh laundry bags to your kit in case you have to pick up assorted stuff along the way, They take up almost zero space and they could also even serve as a makeshift fish net if you ever get the time and opportunity to fish.
Shemagh works for that.
Very Practical!! no non sense!! not a bunch of stuff that you dont need!! best kit i have seen in years!!!
As someone who new to being reasonably prepared for bad situations due to recent escalating international tensions this man is a gold mine of information. And I love that he mentioned the company that he likes to get his equipment from. Especially since it served him well while being deployed. Grade A content
Probably the best channel yet for stripping away the noise, and good guidance for packing only what you need, and stressing knowledge and experience over gadgets.
I would humbly add one point when talking about the multi-tool, In my opinion the pliers have one other use ... they eliminate the need to carry silcock key. I’ve tried both on spigots in parks, on commercial buildings, and government buildings and I’ve not yet found one I could not open just as easily with pliers as I could with the key. Great video! Keep ‘em coming!
I’ve always thought carving tent stakes was really unnecessary. Tent stakes are one of the lightest things I could possibly carry. If I’m in a rush to get a tent set up the last thing I want to do is start carving stakes. Glad to see someone with the same viewpoint.
The clearest, most concise, most practical BOB video I’ve seen. Excellent 10/10.
Grey Bearded Beret what a well-spoken man. Bookmarking this video to re-watch.
I appreciate your down-to-earth, realistic, non-brand-centric approach. Your comment about night vision being "so far down in the weeds" was perfectly timed; I had just finished rolling my eyes at such advice in the video I just watched prior to yours! I think your key point is to have a clear purpose in mind, then build around that. For the bag I am building for my car, it is meant to get me the 25 miles from my office to home after an earthquake. At home, our bug out tote box is meant to sustain a family of 4 for three days. Same initiating event in mind, but very different needs.
I have rewatched this video 4 times just to adsorb all the information and knowledge from this Legend of a Man!
By far the best assortment of BOB items ever assembled. Get you out and get you to where you're going, no frills, nothing unnecessary.
Josh, I really appreciate it that you're willing to take time out of your day to help us learn things that could end up saving our lives.
Jumps straight into the topic, no intro, no dumb talking, to the point. And everything you said and explained makes a lot of sense. Subscribed.
This is the best bugout bag video ever sensible lightweight but covers all requirements, and it's something all day hikers should think about carrying.
Just found this guy randomly.
Straight to the point and not trying to sell crap I don't need and begging for subs.
Good channel.
Thanks
Thank you! I plan to watch more of your videos in the future. I love the way you explain things and the reasons behind what you have. My son was a marine (KIA 27DEC2010) and he was teaching me these types of things. Now I am outfitting his truck as a stealth camper and I watch videos like this to get prepared for emergencies. Thanks for sharing. (I hope you have other videos to watch. This is the first one I have come across.)
My deepest condolences sir. I know it's been a decade, but I can't imagine that the pain goes away completely. I thank your son for his service and that you find peace and serenity despite the loss.
I know there are those who will doubt that what you said is true, but even though we don't know each other and I can't comprehend your loss, I stand with you. o7
May he rest in peace
i haven't watched the entire video and yet
I can finally see someone actually competent trying to teach about survival
Thank you Joshua. Been following you for awhile. Appreciate your precision and use of military terms. Much of what I learn from your videos is the mental concepts and thinking behind the process. You are providing a great service to us. Blessing to you.
Love that you said Adirondacks in winter...my wife and I grew up there and most people dont even know where it is! Have really been enjoying your videos, thank you.
Once again Josh this one bats 1000%. You always tailor your kit to your needs but there is always a base to start with!! Thanks for always keeping it real!
Great video. Really helps that you explain the WHY as well as the what. Everyone says “tailor to your environment” without explaining the purpose of each piece of gear (so you can judge what substitute will work for you). Thanks a bunch.
Just found and watched your video. I’m glad you brought up permissive/nonpermissive environments. I’ve been teaching SERE and survival skill schools for the military for 30 years and your video is on point.
My single/double point Strike Industries slings, have sleeves to secure my tourniquets, and they are right there and ready.
It's good to see someone finally saying that a simple Bic lighter is the most practical and easiest way to get a fire going. Also saying that a multi tool is typically never needed in the woods. I can see it being in a bugout bag but not necessary in a day pack or backpack for just a hike in the woods.
I put your original bag together a couple years ago + my “colorado” items and used it during a major blizzard here in colorado - thanks for the inspiration!
Awesome, glad to hear it
Josh.....honest, trustworthy, knowledgeable and just brilliant as always.
Mad respect and cheers for your service..... all the way from the UK.
You can tell he was SF because of what a great teacher he is.
Considering that one of the things green berets do is to teach the locals how to survive or defend themselves in a hostile environment it's probably one of the things they best at, especially if you consider the ones being taught might not know much english to begin with.
Thank you sir! Very down-to-earth, no expensive hype or showy nonsense, just real stuff that works. I spent 2.5 years in the army and I still learnt a lot. Much appreciated.
Respect. Your breathing, tone and speech rate all increased when talking about the IFAK. Can’t imagine what you’ve managed. Thank you for your service.
I've carried a first aid kit ever since getting out of the army fifty years ago. I've used it while in the woods just about once. But after thinking the whole thing over from scratch, I realized that it really was inadequate for what I needed it for and that it was unnecessary for what it was good for. So I substituted an army field dressing and a few band-aids. My thinking was that the serious injury that I might possibly deal with was either a piercing wound or a bad slashing wound, neither of which my old kit could handle. Even so, I still believe that the most likely serious injury in the woods would be a bad fall and I don't know what you could carry to deal with that, except maybe pain killer. As it is, I've twice had a fall bad enough to see a doctor. But those both happened at home. I've concluded that it's safer in the woods.
I still bring along my older kit when travelling and it stays in the car.
Love it GBGB. Alot of what you say is applicable for teh UK where we dont have the luxury of packing a piece. You come out with sound no nonsense advice. Having now bought my rural retreat in a small farming community, my main issue woudl be getting back there i a SHTF situ if I was sent to a big city for a meeting or something like that
hands down the best bug out bag i have seen; it is very similar to mine, however i live in an urban environment so fire is a lot less permissive that is intolerant to anything considered a weapon so I have a sillcock key, a swiss army (no multi-tool), no trauma kit, but a great backpackers first aid kit, mechanics gloves and dust mask, and more of hobo layers and a knit hat, contractor trash bags, and a spare pair of socks than a full shelter kit. Remember if you don't have it with you it is useless, in an urban environment it needs to be both light weight and allow you to blend in. For food I have starkist tuna packages and precooked rice, granola bars, and chocolate covered expresso beans. If a policeman or mall cop went through my bad they would prob thing had one or two weird things but nothing would probably get confiscated which is very important due to the nature of problems we face here in urban environments which tend to be more things like riots, natural disasters that take down water and power and transportation.
Does that first aid kit include some tourniquets? That's really the off/on switch from a bobo kit to something that'll save lives. They don't do anything for the torso obviously, but they're dead simple to use and stop ANY AND ALL BLEEDING on a limb. They're also perfectly safe for at least 8 hours. I strongly recommend carring at least two in any kit.
I watch ALL videos at 1.25 speed. Except for yours, sir. Very well done. Thank you.
No better videos on UA-cam. Thanks GB
Just watched this whole video again for the second time I forgot how good it was, I always remember something to sleep in, sleep under and sleep on and another favourite of mine is wind,water,widowmakers,wood,wigglers very great information that always sticks with me
"i don't think the juice is worth the squeeze" i hope i have permission to use that. I love it. Lol.
I appreciate the vast amount of knowledge you have and your communications skills, they are clear, concise and direct.
HAVING BEEN A FORMER ACTIVE DUTY (non combat) MARINE, I have forgotten most of my training now that I am beginning to be a more prepared person considering the state of our union.
NOW THAT IM GETTING OLDER(ISH) MY MEMORY IS BEGINNING TO GET BAD. NOW I WANNA LEARN WHAT I HAVE FORGOTTEN. Unfortunately when I got out the big green weenie screwed me over and being immature at the time I chose to.forget my training.....BIG BIG BIG MISTAKE...🤪🤪
Thanks for making this learning very easy to understand.
Thank you. Your voice is easy in the ears and the pace for delivering info is good for anyone/ everyone regardless of experience. Also, by organizing it into logical kit areas, I didn’t get confused at all. Subtle humor always appreciated.
Thanks for the video. Ultralight hiking brought me here. Some kind suggestions from this perspective:
-Remove Labels (ie the back pack large one) to save weight and be even more under the radar. This will maybe equal the weight of your small Bic lighter
-Take Hand sanitizer to avoid any unpleasant stomach problems, also doubles as a fire starter in emergency
-Vaseline and cotton balls are the lightest cheapest fire starters, yours look good too
-Instead of military poncho a Six Moon Design Gatewood or Mountain Laurel Poncho-Tarp would serve the same purpose (minus camouflage) for a fraction of the weight and bulk.
-A poncho sleeping bag with synthetic insulation like the Mountain Laurel Designs Spirit Quilt with a ponche slit would isolate better
-Zpacks Z-Line Slick Cord would be much lighter than para cord
-MSR Groundhog Minis are good enough at a fraction of the weight (worst case put a rock on them that one time it's necessary)
-Water filter looks heavy. The Sawyer Squeeze has been extensively used by through hikers. It's lighter and probably more reliable and will go on ANY 28mm plastic bottle (Smart Water for example)
-For capacity grab an Evernew Bag (compatible with Sawyer) or a Cnoc Vecto one.
-One or two cotton bandanas can replace the larger cotton piece
-I would add: Nyloflume pack liner (makes your bag water proof)
-Maybe add a rain skirt (flat piece of Dyneema DCF or sil nylon), very versatile and keeps you alive in heavy winds
-If you can live without the green light, the Nitecore NU25 has a default red, high CRI and regular led and weighs less than an ounce. It recharges via USB so...
-battery bank 10k mah from either Anker or Ravpower is a worthy edition
-Leukotape for blisters and Bodyglide for chafing is a must have to ensure you can keep walking.
That's probably 6lbs saved in weight for the same or increased functionality. Hope some of it helps.
I can understand your perspective and why you would come at it from the weight side of things. You have to keep in mind that I am coming at it from a durability perspective. There is a lot of gear out that that may be lighter, that’s not a requirement for me. This gear is not meant for walking groomed trails and setting up at designated campsites along the way. Half of what I see in the ultralight backpacking/hiking industry costs a lot more money and would be shredded in true, off trail, rugged terrain. The trade off is not worth it for me. Looking at your list, I would have to disagree with your assessment of increased functionality.
I will say that I appreciate your approach and tactful suggestions, much more constructive than most from the “ultralight” community...and they actually spurred me to dig deeper into your suggestions and I am actually writing a blog about it as we speak. It’s a really interesting exercise I think you and others may enjoy. Thanks
@@GrayBeardedGreenBeret I appreciate your reply! Certainly I am no expert when it comes to the common scenarios people prepare for which is why I watch your videos as well. Thank you for them. As with any "scene" there is people who take it way too serious and start defining themselves with it. Also UL people. Silly.
I will say though that I did encounter former military guys on my 2200 mile through hike. Wonderful, resilient people. Still some were just suffering due to not being able to let go of their habits. Boots or army poncho stand out as bad choices - for that specific activity. Then there is the weight of their packs that wore them down, quite literally. That is my perspective for respectful suggestions. I wouldn't dare to talk about knives for example, because I carried a small Swiss Army knife to open Mountain Houses and Ramen packages and that's it. My back pack would not survive bush wacking for too long either. I tried to take that into considerations. The truth seems to lie in the middle between Ultralight and Preparedness/Bushcraft.
I feel like the beginning of a thru hike shows some very valuable lessons in regard to a bug out bag as well. It's people "with a plan" spending a lot of calories while carrying gear. Couch to marathon all too often. Equipment takes you only so far if you are out of shape. If you got to quickly walk 15 miles without being used to it, a chafe or blisters might very well stop you and then all the other gear might be pointless. Everyone feels he can power through it before he has to. Hence, I think it is worth to suggest Leukotape and BodyGlide.
The only thing I feel somewhat strongly about on my list is the water filter. Because getting water is daily business for hundreds of people on trail and the Sawyer has the best balance between weight, durability and flow rate. If you're worried, two of them will still be lighter. Also one should carry O-Ring replacements as they can get lost. Anyhow, your filter works with pressure against the outside container. If you drop that in a river or if it breaks, it's over. With the Sawyer you can just get another pet bottle and they're everywhere (sadly). One of the Smart Water Bottles lasted me for 1300 miles of daily heavy usage.
Looking forward to that blog post. All the best.
Yeah it was an interesting exercise that I spent the day yesterday digging in line by line. It’s a really long blog, several pages, with a lot of number crunching etc. probably won’t be too popular but that’s not important. The numbers worked out to be a weight savings of somewhere around 1.75 pounds at the added cost of around $335 with some pretty significant loss of functionality through the lens of wilderness survival and preparedness, which is of course a different lens than a through hiker is looking at it with. That’s all detailed in the blog. What interesting also is that many of us have used DCF options and were crucified on YT by the respective followings for daring to suggest something so expensive for most people. So of course we have that filter on our lens to deal with also. We know folks are taking these recommendations so it’s not always as simple as “here’s my bag and what I recommend”, we have to think about the followers and potential followers and be as affordable as possible (within reason, the stuff still has to be great stuff). The other interesting tidbit is this: I never once looked at or considered weight for any items in this bag or the original that this replaced. It wasn’t even a factor. I looked at needs and what I have used and trusted to provide for those needs, stripped out any fluff, and was left with an 18-19 pound bag with water. Ultralight in this context is in comparison to other BOBs I saw on the Internet. The UL backpacking community wasn’t even a thought when I called it that. Back in the day when I was doing Adventure Races and getting after it peakbagging, I was always looking for that “lightest possible solution” to a need and that was about the only thing I considered for that, they were just to finish the race or trail or summit, so I get that perspective as well. Just two different lenses.
@@GrayBeardedGreenBeret The blog post was great, just found the time to read it. I enjoyed it a lot!
You shared valuable insights into your considerations and I can better understand your choices now. The battery bank was intended to use for the cell phone as well, yes. I don't know why some UL folks were weird about you guys recommending DCF, maybe supplies were limited in the beginning or so? DCF is seldom worth it but that vastly depends on budget and usage. For example for hiking at alpine elevation or in remote areas a very light and minimal MLD Monk tarp might be worth it for the weight as insurance against freezing if one were to get injured. Yes there is a cheaper option etc but would people actually take it for that spontaneous peak bagging hike.
I always try to stay open to different lenses and approaches. One example would be the Kuiu Peloton 97 which has transitioned from the hunting to the UL community. I am certain that many boundaries between niche communities will fall, many hunters using trail runners these days as well for example.
It was a pleasure, all the best to you and your loved ones.
Just realised from comments below he is Pathfinder. Says a lot. All those guys are practical, cool and about effectiveness.
That water bottle is even better than people might think. It not only filters the bacteria, parasites, and protozoa you would find in outdoor water, but it also filters viruses, heavy metals, chemicals, and plastics that you’d find in an urban environment. It’s much better than sawyer, lifestraw etc.
I just reposted this video on my Facebook page Fans of Bushcraft Packs , Bags and Pouches for a Bug Out Bag series I just started. You’ve demonstrated a great set up and explained yourself well
One of the better to excellent advice on survival needs n common sense. It always amazes me how much gear some folks run out with if shtf. I am too ole of a paradog to bug out imho. I'll hold my own with my RMA armorment carrier n sand bags. As I have 13 gkids to protect n protect at all costs.
There's so many self made survivalist out there today. Nice to listen to a fellow brother, n I'd say one of the veryyy best I've watched, maybe the only video I didn't skip through. Laugh I finally got myself a true HK SP5/MP5 recently, n have no regrets. With some +P jhp it'll get the job done inside n outside in the woods. Yes, I do have 308 n 5.56. Yet I have kept it legal as a pistol carbine with a 4 position brace, HK-C1 trigger n many others I run with. My apologies for off subject. It happens when you get to be a ole paradog. Thanks for the excellent video sir.
Awesome video. Goes to show you dont need a ridiculously large and heavy 40-60 litre pack in order to survive indefinitely. 20-30 liters is just fine! 1000x more comfortable as well!
Thanks for creating such a useful, honest and no-BS bug out bag video. Would you consider doing a similar video in the future for people who have to bug out with their family? I have a wife and 2 small kids and we're dealing with the complexities of having to pack more stuff, while carrying our sons. Keep up the great work. It's making a difference.
Very good, he is also one of those people who doesn't drive a knife into a trunk like crazy, but knows how to appreciate a fine knife point
this is a cool video. I'm building a bug out bag mainly at the urging of my parents (I'm nowhere near a doomsday prepper), but living in the city, I may have to leave my apartment really quickly in the case of political unrest or natural disaster. Thanks for the accessible and easy to understand information!
I agree, I’m of a mind that the doomsday thing is far less likely. Social unrest, natural disasters, etc. happen all the time. “Bug Out Bag” is just a trendy name for an emergency kit
Eighteen months ago I discovered the original Bug Out Bag video which then became the foundation for my Adventure / Day Hike Bag. This video updated the concept and although I started with a number of “economic” selections, I have been upgrading items to improve the quality of selected items. My most recent purchase was the GB2 IFAK and augmentation kit. Absolutely thrilled with the quality of the package. I trained for “Stop the Bleed” at our club just before the lock-down and been waiting to purchase this IFAC. You hope you never need these assets when you are hiking and camping for pleasure but group posts give many example of practitioners that suffered sever injuries. Be will prepared.
My parents taught me to thank all soldiers former and working, thank you for your service!
Glad this came up in my feed. I'm forwarding to a friend who asked my advice. He put together a pack that weighs over 50lbs w/o food or water. In his condition he wouldn't make it 50ft, let alone the 50+ miles he'd need to go. The one he made for his tiny little wife is 35lbs. Gotta be real, folks. This video covers the basics of a lightweight kit perfectly. Just watched again for the 2nd time. Also subbed again for the 2nd time. YT unsubbed me. Not cool.
Mine is 88lbs (50kilo), but my bag is for years, for every condition(hard snow). Glad im young enough to carry that around lol
No coincidence that my bug out also has 90% the same stuff. Evidence of a true military/ ex- military man. The IFAK is straight out of whats taught on TCCC. My sleep kit is much the same too, except I used what’s called Hootchie cords here in Australia. Double them up and tie a knot every 2-3 inches, and u have ur self an self-tensioning/ adjustable shelter tie-down cord. Can be used as a clothes line for drying clothes without the need for clothes pegs.
Please teach! I’m a single mother of two, I need to make us big out bags and plan because I’m weary of our world today. Thank you so much for the info. Please make more videos!!!!!
You speak very well. I like that a lot. You’re obviously very smart and know what you’re talking about. Very informative video. From one army vet to another, I salute you my brother. New subscriber.
Been reading and watching this type of thing for as many years as I can remember...And this guy is the best of the best of the best I've ever come across ..Well done sir ...
The MSR Groundhog Stakes are Aluminum, not Titanium. That being said, they're still the best, providing the most surface area, and are very light weight.
Thankyou for making this video, I’ve watched it over and over again and changed my kit around and made it a lot lighter.
Most of these items I keep in my kit already, however the Geopress I'll have to pick one of those up. Seems to be a very handy piece of gear. Also I hadn't thought about pre-bundling my ridge-line system. Thanks for all the useful info.
Someone worth watching I know a lot of the stuff you teach but I actually learned a few things I didn't want to turn your videos off because it didn't sound like an infomercial appreciate that you won yourself a new subscriber