FYI, if you want to skip around this video has chapters.
@davidleavitt8353 жыл бұрын
#Kitbashedsurvival for fun, have you ever thought to do a video of you and some mates trying to refold a space blanket or poncho into the small bag it came in? I am amazed that these can even fit in those small bags. Once you displayed the bag, I had hope, given the wings aspect. It looked like some excellent handy storage. Once you showed the actual interior and content, my faith diminished. Rather than the bungee, or in addition, I'd have added an extra pouch pocket. C for the bag, as I do like the design, and a D- for contents. Great review, as always. Can't wait for the next one Battle Box especially. Love your channel. God bless!
@casinodelonge2 жыл бұрын
"I'm adding a set of plastic silverware,.................... a plastic port decanter, a plastic candelabra and a plastic egyptian cotton table cloth, the plastic Wedgewood soup terrine, a plastic set of nut crackers for the lobster claws and of course, the plastic self playing grand piano ...." - loving this as usual, you are too kind to this manufacturer, especially as the best thing 120 bucks gets you is "a lot of space"!
@Eidolon1andOnly3 жыл бұрын
I like the actual backpack, but not the stuff that came with it. Nice review. Thanks for your honest take on this bag.
@nicksGLI2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, dollar store stuff inside. All "complete" survival kits are a biiit of a rip-off, but this is atrocious at $120
@reginaschmid26573 жыл бұрын
Thanks for reviewing this particular backpack! Did not realize how dismal the products were inside. By the time you added all your stuff to it, it made an actual survival backpack! Kudos to you! Love the final result of this review!
@KitbashedSurvival3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@stefanoceraglia70613 жыл бұрын
I like how you rebuild the kit. The original one 120$ is a fraud calling it survival kit... Was a toilette kit
@loganechols94803 жыл бұрын
Ohh
@CatholicZola2 жыл бұрын
For real. When he pulled out the hygiene kit, my eyes rolled so far back in my head that I momentarily blacked out.
@lolroflpmsl3 жыл бұрын
Love these kind of extensive kit rebuilds. Great video, Eric!
@KitbashedSurvival3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@DakkarSwiss3 жыл бұрын
As usual, a great video. Your presentations are very comprehensive. I am glad I found your channel. Thank you from Switzerland and have a nice weekend. 🇺🇸🇨🇭👍
@KitbashedSurvival3 жыл бұрын
Hey, Switzerland! One of my favorite countries. I'd like to go back to Switzerland soon.
@Wiwih793 жыл бұрын
@@KitbashedSurvival come and visit us in Austria as well. Just a view miles to go :)
@JDSly13 жыл бұрын
With that pack as it originally came, I'll be found dead, but at least my hair and teeth will be clean. Good job improving it.
@CatholicZola2 жыл бұрын
Lol, right?? Well-shaven, found dead.
@ShadeSlayer1911 Жыл бұрын
I like seeing these different and often unique takes on survival kits. Whether they're good or bad is less of a concern for me. I like that they get my brain juices flowing. I like seeing some of the creativity. Heck, sometimes, I enjoy seeing the bad kits more than the good ones.
@backrowbrighton3 жыл бұрын
When you first held up the bag to the camera, there did not look to be that much in it and there wasn't. I was very impressed by the upgrades, so much good kit plus the final weight was really kept down. Also any kit that has a Leatherman Wingman and a Mora Companion in it gets my vote every time.
@pleasebekindtwnty4sven3 жыл бұрын
I don't know what it is but I've seen some awesome backpacks and very very expensive and have all the great features but for some reason that little light beacon on this backpack is the best thing I've ever seen LOL.. I just keep staring at it and thinking that's one of the coolest ideas I've ever seen ever. Great video one of my favorite channels still
@jamessotherden59093 жыл бұрын
Now it is a nice kit. I always get ideas for my own bags from watching these kinds of videos.
@CatholicZola2 жыл бұрын
Me too!
@bilakos19873 жыл бұрын
I expected way more from the "Wings of Life". I expected the wings to be inflatable, or fold out and be a big solar panel to charge devices, or something more than just flaps with pockets. And boy, what a rip off. From the thumb-nail this looked empty, and it mostly was. And there's so much stuff missing, not even a cheap ferro rod? Great video as always, Eric!
@glenndouglas88223 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, I'm now gonna spend the next few days walking round saying in a silly voice...."the wiiiiings of liiiiife " 🤣😂🤭🏴
@elvinamillaneam3 жыл бұрын
Greetings, I enjoyed watching your videos specifically when you rebuild the survival kits...
@paweszymonjasinski71583 жыл бұрын
Just moment before You said so, i thought "this is the worst of Life Gear set. Or actually is one of the worst sets..." But as always You fixed it - not that this kit deserved that much attention - just regular cheap semi tactical backpack (eg. helikon-tex EDC bag) would be more comfortable to wear for longer walks. Thanks for Your work Eric! That was pleasure to watch.
@that_megan3 жыл бұрын
Tactical packs are definitely more comfortable, but they also scare off certain types of people. I suspect this kit is made more for a soccer mom
@paweszymonjasinski71583 жыл бұрын
@@that_megan I totally agree. Personally for go-bag i'm using Helikon-Tex B.O.B. backpack (can you tell) and it's by design made to be more like fancy drone bag, than tactical equipment.
@Cuptow3 жыл бұрын
120$ Christ, I would never buy this, at any price really, it's a misleading "survival" backpack, like seriously, toiletries... This is just cashing in on ignorant people who would buy it out of a sense of false security at worst, plus I'd choose a Rush24 over this backpack to put all of your good gear in
@loganturner8273 жыл бұрын
Heck yea your back
@johntoddman72303 жыл бұрын
Love the vids!! Please keep them going! Look forward to watching them!
@applebob13563 жыл бұрын
The glare on the knife when testing it on the back of your hand made me gasp. Especially after hearing you say "It's not sharp. At least I don't think it is."
@gerretoutdoors37103 жыл бұрын
I saw this kit before and was drawn in by the bag. I almost bought it but when I saw the "kit" it came with, I decided to save my money
@olivia_meighan3 жыл бұрын
So glad your back into the swing of putting out videos
@KitbashedSurvival3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@arazseyfinezhad54443 жыл бұрын
thank you for sharing with us as usual awesome vids!
@earlshaner44413 жыл бұрын
Hi from Syracuse NY brother and thank you for sharing your thoughts and adventures
@felicianelson42263 жыл бұрын
Where did you find the tubes that you used for your meds/vitamins? That is a great idea!
@Jay_A523 жыл бұрын
Great improvements to the kit!
@gordontyree98583 жыл бұрын
As usual, Eric...another great review! Best part of the video is your upgrades and additions! Thanks! Look forward to your next video’s and reviews!
@Wiwih793 жыл бұрын
If you compare this with some of the Esee sets or kits, it is really funny to see what stuff comes with that backpack. Great video and even very cool, that you also review stuff that is not as good as others. Honest and very informative as always.
@PowerMadHeadBanger3 жыл бұрын
In the end you made it become a thriving kit. That's what I try to do with my personal kit.
@jovenalasis44683 жыл бұрын
The Wings of Life gets a Leatherman... Wingman. I saw what you did there. 😅
@KitbashedSurvival3 жыл бұрын
:)
@RandyCRR3 жыл бұрын
Maybe add a small solar foldable phone charger? Great info.
@touseunlee3 жыл бұрын
Bonus after bonus! Thank you kitbashed!
@jimstillwell46683 жыл бұрын
Cool Bud. I got one of those Mora knives. Mine was on sale for 9.95. Damn good knife. You had some other interesting items that I am going to check out. That charger looks good. I think all the stuff you put in is worth more than the wings of life. Also replace those gloves. Thanks again for a good review.
@wolfproducts2 жыл бұрын
Great review! Love the rebuild, it gave me some ideas on what to throw in my pack! Thanks for posting the video!
@behindthespotlight79833 жыл бұрын
At 2 minutes in my spidey senses went 😞... after seeing your additions, bravo. The shock cord on the outside would be good for a jacket. Move the Leatherman & knife to your belt in a real deal situation & maybe add 2 4mm contractors bags. But man, the original kit was one of the worst reviewed in the history of this channel. Excellent save! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
@naomimartinez73953 жыл бұрын
You may think about using your food sealer to seal the clothes you have in your pack. I did this years ago for my husband when he was in the military. If keeps your socks and underwear clean and dry. I also use the sealer for the tea lights, if you put a small bit of cardboard or foil on the top of the tealight it will keep it's shape if it gets hot, you could even use something like saran wrap for the lights. I live in the desert, where it gets quite hot, and the tealights would otherwise be a melted mess.
@chainsawschopshop66073 жыл бұрын
Your channel is a lot of fun man, thank you for this. The only thing I would consider myself would be to add a real flashlight. That lantern can be quite helpful so I'm not sure if I would ditch it, but for sure would add a quality (probably 18650 powered) handheld flashlight. Again, fantastic channel! Thank you!
@dillonsnyder11722 жыл бұрын
Hygiene kit. Interesting choice by the company. Its good to know that whilst dying of hypothermia in the rain, I can shampoo and style my hair. 👌 I can understand antiseptic wipes, compact toothbrush and maybe some powdered paste for a morale boost, hygiene is kind of low in the list of priorities for a survival marketed kit.
@rogergibson7938 Жыл бұрын
I think the hygiene kit is a great idea- not usually seen. Staying clean is something i think alot of people overlook when it comes to survival for more than a day or two- not only is it a morale boost but also will help keep you from catching infections / getting sick. Plus if you’re in an area with predators- would help hide your scent
@russelldavis10113 жыл бұрын
As usual I watch your videos and find them very informative and as always wondering how many survival kits you have lol
@tylerandmaren2 жыл бұрын
Yes, and what do you do with all of them? Do you take the contents out and reuse them in future videos? I would to save on costs...
@CoryCDS3 жыл бұрын
You turned it into a perfect weekend get away bag throw you a couple mountain house meals in and its be a luxury trip
@chipallen77923 жыл бұрын
You had me at survival whisky
@stevenmc562 жыл бұрын
nice job on the repack
@SonnySoltero3 жыл бұрын
Love how you always try to turn a piece of crab into something useful in an emergency situation, successfully this time I think. Could you please try to give an estimation on the costs for additional gear? Thanks for your efforts.
@billdelany50193 жыл бұрын
Thought you coulda got everything in! You the man!
@Scorpionwitch2 жыл бұрын
I about spit out my coffee when you said it was $120, that's insane.
@stevenrobertson95833 жыл бұрын
The greatest thing about it is there is room for you to add other things!
@robertregan1023 жыл бұрын
Awesome video thank you. 👍
@kaighai3 жыл бұрын
Great Video, I would like to see what you can put together for a survival backpack for around $ 120? greetings from Iceland keep up the great work
@KitbashedSurvival3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@loydevan13112 жыл бұрын
I would put a poncho and a survival tube in the pockets of the outside of the pack for ease of access.
@alishaparr5772 жыл бұрын
I agree Im a total novice and my first thought was "ok so its a good start for a 72 hour bag or go bag."
@SandrasSpicySpanishSalami3 жыл бұрын
These videos are peak *COMFY*
@CatholicZola2 жыл бұрын
Definitely comfy
@ericjudd96033 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing👍
@user-cj7dp3yq9h3 жыл бұрын
Can you do a review of the Solkoa survival suma elite kit (small)
@walkermott1750 Жыл бұрын
I bet they had the idea for the bag design with the "wings" and made it a kit bag to market it and patent it
@davidsedorejr7599 Жыл бұрын
Just one question where is the compass god bless you I love all of your videos I watch them all the time when I see your videos and just explain happy I’ve learned a lot I mean a lot for your videos thank you thank you God bless you and your family and your girlfriend God bless the world let’s all just get along
@andygregory9800 Жыл бұрын
My first thought before you even started the review was, "is there anything in the bag"
@stuartmiller80533 жыл бұрын
working my way through your videos and really enjoying them. Some of the stuff you get up there in the states is really cool. Because of Covid things are getting hard to obtain down here in New Zealand. Any way, you havent made your own big emergency kit yet like you said you were going to. So as they say "no time like the present". How about doing your dream kit with just the gear you own and make it at least a level 2 and belt portable. Cheers Stu
@KitbashedSurvival3 жыл бұрын
That video series is on the way. Thanks!
@casinodelonge2 жыл бұрын
I'd assumed it got its name because when you unzip it, it plays "Mull of Kintyre", imagine my joy...
@canbee12523 жыл бұрын
Was a fan since 800 subs
@KitbashedSurvival3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@tardismole Жыл бұрын
Looks amazing. Too bad it's been discontinued. Which, after Kitbashed showed us what was in it (or not in it) is not a huge surprise. Lack-lustre is the word I'd use, but at least there was space to add the rest of the essentials.
@Olyphoto73 жыл бұрын
Nice job. I would add a Smart water bottle where you put the Mora, other than that I can’t think of anything else at the moment.
@VAMobMember3 жыл бұрын
I like rhe bag but agree it could be made better with more pouches. I think more strapping areas also such as a place to store a heavy coat or such on the bottom. I like the bungee cord inside the wings but think pouches should be under the cord. Maybe a pouch or three on the outside of each wing or maybe MOLLIE webbing on the outside instead of pouches.
@monaangeloutdoors5143 жыл бұрын
Thank you I really like your videos !
@KitbashedSurvival3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@ashsmall81033 жыл бұрын
check out the Escape & Evade SERE II Tactical Military Survival Kit by survival metrics
@carlolongeri71532 жыл бұрын
Good Job !!!
@stephenmiller43713 жыл бұрын
3 things l would have added.... Paracord, maybe titan survivor cord or a mil.spec Paracord... A base plate compass since you added a map, it would serve you better than the 3in1 whistle survival tool thing... And last but not least a Ferro rod and tinder ... As always your review and upgrades were what made it better... Thank you for the review
@user-pw9tt1ez8w Жыл бұрын
They didn't even cared about putting some strike on the box matches and some gauze pads for the first aid kit
@rickyhonerkamp25262 жыл бұрын
Please review the LKTdesign emergency survival kit on Amazon. Looks likea good vale for a starter kit. Might just need some upgrades.
@jamesbraun7066 Жыл бұрын
I really enjoy your channel. You were very generous to Wings of Life. But, I liked watching you build a kit. That was a fairly pricey backpack. You were also positive about the gloves. I’m a glove guy and when you opened the bag and I saw those generic horrible gloves my impression of Wings of Life was irreparably tarnished.
@ernielabarr6462 жыл бұрын
Very crappy kit before but you made a very useable kit in the end. Love your videos Eric!
@dillonsnyder11722 жыл бұрын
Whiskey. Nice touch. ✅
@savageg45943 жыл бұрын
Great add ONS I probably would have added a few batteries for the lantern and head lamp, as well as a cheap phone charger
@pufntrees7183 жыл бұрын
lmao @ having to add all of that. you just added a whole new kit
@CatholicZola2 жыл бұрын
When he unzipped the main compartment and there was all that empty space inside, I groaned from the depths of my soul
@DwarMeji3 жыл бұрын
If you don't add a radio to hear when the emergency is over or what to do then at least add a pair of wired earphones for your phone to act as the antenna for the built-in radio app. 🙂
@KitbashedSurvival3 жыл бұрын
I did consider adding a radio, but I left that out for the time being.
@casinodelonge2 жыл бұрын
I'd assume for 120 bucks, there must be a secret compartment with 100 dollars cash in it??
@CatholicZola2 жыл бұрын
🤣
@chrishell-hammer6643 жыл бұрын
Do a review on the bone tatical survival pack id like to see how good that one is
@rickmiles52973 жыл бұрын
This video was cool. The gear it came with was trash, then you took it up several levels. I love the bottle of whiskey and last minute imodium. Any room for bug spray or sunscreen? I'm itchin for the mcguyver kit bash review next.
@rickmiles52973 жыл бұрын
I just watched this again and saw the sunscreen and bug spray. Nice kit!
@georgesakellaropoulos81623 жыл бұрын
Soooo, $35 well spent at Wally World would see you much better off is what you're saying?
@johnrevell66843 жыл бұрын
I thought you would get it all in, amazing you had space to spare though.
@cardiacbob3 жыл бұрын
That's a fish scaler and hook removal device on that multi tool.
@KitbashedSurvival3 жыл бұрын
I thought that's what I said? :)
@cardiacbob3 жыл бұрын
@@KitbashedSurvival Ya... I re-watched it and discovered that! Sorry! LOL.
@worsenary14493 жыл бұрын
Least you kept the bag on the rebuild ;) I liked the whiskey, but worried that by next year it will be some crack (that's a joke btw).
@joseligeiro3 жыл бұрын
What do you do with material that you dont keep/use? Thank you.
@dualsportedc3 жыл бұрын
Nice bag but the kit that came with it is just sad. Still might be worth getting just for the bag to build a new kit for while I’m out on the dual sport
@rogerward57173 жыл бұрын
i like your reviews
@cozker232 жыл бұрын
Just a regular gal but… can you boil in an insulated container?
@philfarrell74003 жыл бұрын
How much would it cost to upgrade the kit with wat u have put in it?
@avb48053 жыл бұрын
I love ur Chanel... 👍😎
@glennfyfe13573 жыл бұрын
Nice additions to the rebuild. What is the additional cost?
@casinodelonge2 жыл бұрын
15.57 - adding Viagra to the survival kit - "We're going full Gucci here guys!"
@iamarawn3 жыл бұрын
You made it a nice kit. But did you say boil in an insulated bottle? They can explode if you put them in fire.
@ShaneB6663 жыл бұрын
Insulated, not vacuum. The insulation is just a coating of (guessing) ceramic paint.
@robbabcock_3 жыл бұрын
W I N G S O F L I F E! As Captain America would say, "that's not going away anytime soon is it?" 😂 That looks like a product designed by a six year old boy and a room full of marketers. It seems to have no idea what it is; survival kit of school overnight bag? Everything about the actual bag screams gimmick. As you point out, there's toothpaste and shampoo but no matches. 😲😂 At first glance it looks like a child sized life preserver. For the money you'd be better off in every way to buy a Mystery Ranch Urban Assault 18 or maybe an Osprey, a real hiking pack, and adding your own stuff. But I like the way you tried to turn that big fat winged lemon into lemonade. 💪🏆
@Gadsdentreadlightly3 жыл бұрын
Please if you're leaving the mora with the pack for my peace of mind clip the sheath onto the shock cord there.
@frenstcht2 жыл бұрын
For a fraction of the price of a Leatherman, they could just buy passable versions of the damned tools a person might actually use. Edit to add: The multitool is only supposed to last 72 hours. How good does it have to be?
@johnmoco36843 жыл бұрын
Good vid. Any room for an 8x8 plastic sheet. Nice for some extra overhead cover.
@KitbashedSurvival3 жыл бұрын
There's probably room for it.
@jhill48743 жыл бұрын
Whiskey! Does Everclear come in little bottles?
@oddsavage3 жыл бұрын
I see a potential emergency situation as possibly occurring in a city. Do you have an urban kit put together or one you would recommend?
@rescueraver2 жыл бұрын
Check out The Urban Prepper's channel on KZfaq he has really focused on your question.
@SusanLand3 жыл бұрын
So, how much is this kit worth now?
@didiercalin71263 жыл бұрын
why not a tarp instead of the life tent you're gonna wake up wet in sweat in?
@dalecarr54453 жыл бұрын
You’re right, that kit was awful. Question for you? Would you consider doing a video that discusses what you consider to be the best tools to include in a survival kit? I personally include a black oxide Leatherman Surge in most of mine but that’s too expensive and heavy for some people. I’ve seen you use both Leatherman and Victorinox products along with the Morakniv. Just curious as to which models you consider the best.
@KitbashedSurvival3 жыл бұрын
Yeah I might do a video l like that at some point in the future.
@benthegamer61353 жыл бұрын
what do you do with all these kits after the video ?
@KitbashedSurvival3 жыл бұрын
I burn them in a giant bonfire. Just kidding, I keep them. Sometimes I recycle smaller kits into other kits. It just depends.
@hoot75883 ай бұрын
I think it is dangerous to boil water in an insulated bottle. Great video though!