i love this video, it isn't like the other survival videos on kits that are trying to sell the "best of the best product".
@citizeninfantry7 ай бұрын
Snugpak is the most slept-on company out there. I own so much of their stuff.
@mrdark99163 ай бұрын
They aren't slept on at all tho... They are an EXTREMELY popular and well-known brand lol
@bobinmontana7777 ай бұрын
The titanium Grayl, besides being very high priced is subject to denting that may prevent the filter from working as designed.
@AndreFavron6 ай бұрын
interesting observation. I had not factored that in. Good idea to treat it a little more gently then because the ability to boil with it validates the extra cost.
@bobinmontana7776 ай бұрын
@@AndreFavron you can buy a standard Grayl and a pathfinder titanium cup (or Toaks, etc.) the Grayl nests into and still have even more versatility. Why? Because you probably wouldn’t want to cook or dirty up your “clean water” container.
@informedcitizen86875 ай бұрын
@bobinmontana777 Is the Pathfinder cup available in titanium? I thought it was only sold in stainless steel.
@bobinmontana7775 ай бұрын
@@informedcitizen8687 Yes, for the Grayl and/or their titanium water bottle. At least a couple of years ago they did.
@marinetechknj5 ай бұрын
@bobinmontana777 thank you for your comments.
@rogerjensen52777 ай бұрын
Pretty good kit! Only things to add is a good folding knife and a few snack bars; I prefer millennium bars for the five-year shelf life!
@jamesreyes7775 ай бұрын
I definitely enjoy your channel. See it all the time but I must differ with your bag versus the help people bag is much more organized. I don’t do KZfaq videos but if I put mine on there, it would blow everybody out of the water. All I did was buy some 511 small inserts to divide all my small items in the center compartment, and wow what a system
@PreparedAirman5 ай бұрын
Take some photos and email me? Preparedairman@gmail.com
@g_gaming2893Ай бұрын
This is by far one of the best set ups I’ve seen on KZfaq. Thanks for sharing sir! New subscriber heading your way!
@jayschlager78496 ай бұрын
Ok just found your channel and am loving it. Being raised with the whole country fried multiple use mentally, it's nice to finally find someone who understands using an item for hunting, survival, etc.....Thank you!,
@aaronwilson42587 ай бұрын
Why do you carry a second identical flashlight and not a headlamp? When you actually need to do something in the dark like traveling, collecting water, or doing anything medical, you're going to want to have two hands available.
@Flukeallday7 ай бұрын
The flashlight should have a reversible clip that allows attaching the light to the bill of your cap
@aaronwilson42587 ай бұрын
@@Flukeallday This guy wears a beanie or a boonie, not a baseball cap.
@genethorn65927 ай бұрын
Bowhunters stick that flashlight in their mouth while climbing a tree. It works just fine when you need both hands. We call it a mouthlight LOL
@cholmes77547 ай бұрын
Yeah mouth works just fine unless it’s an olight with magnet charger as it will shock the piss out of ya
@genethorn65927 ай бұрын
@@cholmes7754 That would cure ya! 😮LOL
@MADOX-014 ай бұрын
Thank you for all that you do including taking the time to list the contents of where they can be purchased. 😁
@geraldbock10126 ай бұрын
I like the idea of the fold out razor blade for a survival cutter (some folk don't like the fact this is called a knife. Hey Sharp and Pointy right?!). For another choice Amazon has a single folding cutter which is a bit sturdier for those looking for that. One thing I have noticed lately is all the knives that are coming along with disposable blades and a pack of replacement blades. I am not sure how I think about this. Efficient and wasteful at the same time. I think we should really focus on making things last, repurpose etc. The small cutters discussed would do really well in a smaller container, say the one bag you always take. I am currently building bags to donate for auction to raise awareness etc. Thanks for the multitude of ideas!
@Coppersaguaro7 ай бұрын
That’s perfect! I’ve been searching for months for a pouch to carry my ultra press on my chest rig vertically. I already have a Roll 1 from Ferro and didn’t like it for medical. I love all your nuggets of wisdom. Thanks! 🇺🇸
@branthodson68487 ай бұрын
I live in the PNW area of Canada, and I actually took my ultra press out of my kit for the winter months ( so the filter cartridge doesn't freeze and crack) I carry a sawyer mini in my pocket instead close to body heat
@ronaldrose75932 ай бұрын
Hello 👋 my outdoors friend, greetings from Northern California. I just came across your channel. Thank you for sharing this informative video. You are set for almost any emergency. Take good care of yourself and stay safe out there. 😊
@richgran7 ай бұрын
Good premise and I love the concept. I want to always have first layer gear on me,e. That gear and pouch has to be light and compact enough to wear all the time, without becoming fatigued from wearing it.
@Wheresthefishadventures6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your videos I’m a 21 year old and your videos are extremely helpful!!
@DIYDad17 ай бұрын
Man I always appreciate your point of view on things. This is just straight and to the point, not a lot of crap you don't need, some people carry the kitchen sink with them for preparedness. Really this is just the essentials executed well. I adapted your water storage method on this kit. Credit where credit is due this trauma one roll pouch works great for a 1L smart water bottle!
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
Thank you!I appreciate it! Just a normal due doing fun stuff lol. The roll 1 carries a smart water or a life water bottle really well. A friend of mine may be working on a better solution at the moment, too.
@johnl-cz2qg7 ай бұрын
What... no knife??? Or is a knife too heavy for you to carry??? LOL. You would think with that 12 years of experience you would carry a knife and a poncho over a tarp. LMAO. Well... you do you, but I know I would not want that kit in a rainy environment just above freezing!!! @@PreparedAirman
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
@johnl-cz2qg That's the funny thing the industry tells you need all these things. They are trying to make money. If people would actually get off the couch and use their gear, they would find they don't need certain things. I don't carry a fixed blade knife for hiking, fishing, camping stuff like that. Realistically, a good folding knife will do the job. I would carry a poncho but it's too large to fit in this kit bag. So I went with something smaller... lol Stop listening to KZfaq and go out and test things for yourself. You can learn more by doing then watching.
@DIYDad17 ай бұрын
@@johnl-cz2qg I usually keep a knife in my pocket. Most of the time a SAK ranger is what I go with, gives me an actual locking 4 inch blade with a small saw too. Unless I'm doing some bushcraft shelter building or whatever for fun, I just don't need anything more than that.
@caffiend.7 ай бұрын
I've had a few Protac 1L-1AA flashlights. The tailcap eventually failed on all of them. Streamlight should sell stand alone tailcap switches. I moved on to Fenix.
@ShonryuB4 ай бұрын
Add a good fixblade at the least. Gerber strong arm is a decent option. Multitool and skily pocket boy if you can mage to squeeze them in. Tools are very difficult to create in the woods.
@spatialinterpretations4496 ай бұрын
Good well thought out kit. I put all my gear in waterproof dry bags. Have multiple dry bags of different sizes and colours. If get wet would be an issue..
@mrdark99163 ай бұрын
Just a few things to co sider .. #1. I saw lithium AAs which is great but no spare 123s... And thats bad. In a bad situation u wanna be able to run your most powerful lights IE your pistol light and your handheld with 123s (since AAs have extremely diminished output in that handheld light tho they do work) ALL NIGHT LONG if necessary. I would have atleast 2 full battery swaps for my pistol light and a couple spares for the handheld. #2. As far as bandaids, all i recommend or buy anymore are fingertip and knuckle bandaids. The vast majority of boo boos that need a Band-Aid are on your hands and fingers. But those Band-Aids can be used Anywhere regardless, but work far better on fingers and hands and toes/side of foot for blisters than regular bandaids do. #3. For the Grayl, they can be easily dented and deformed rendering them compromised. I always recommend an additional Pathfinder nesting cup which protects the actual body of the Grayl even more so, plus gives a second container with virtually no space or weight penalty. #4. HEADLAMP. Flashlights are great, but going hands-free is important, it also helps immensely when using your pistol and weapon light allowing you to have a second light on your head shining around giving you twice as much capability to catch eyeshine from potential predators at night as they shine around independently of each other. #5 i highly recommend adding atleast 1 space blanket. Especially since your Basha might be dedicated to overhead rain protection. #6 signalling devices. Whistle, glowstick, pen flare launcher ect. And signal mirror which is also medical as it allows you to examine your face and eyes (EXTREMELY important aspect) tho some compasses incorporate this.
@immortalsoul91227 ай бұрын
Great kit. I went to the Grayl too and really recommend it!
@JL-gz1rk4 ай бұрын
I carry a similar water kit, IV added two Z-Pak azithromycin pill kits as well as doxycycline.
@EMF00097 ай бұрын
That's a nice everyday kit. Very well thought out over years of use. Another recommendation, I started have these effervescent tabs called "Voost". You can usually get them on sale, and they have a lot of different flavors and vitamin/electrolyte combos.. The tabs don't break or crumble super easy, but they must stay 100% dry. taste great, not bubbly or sugary/too much color. cheers, and stay safe.
@EMF00097 ай бұрын
forgot to mention in case anyone gives those tabs a look. the "hydration" ones that are fruit punch flavored, I use 2 per liter, and it's a ton of electrolytes. the D vitamin one tastes great too.
@Skills2survive7 ай бұрын
Awesome Loadout ! I need to do a loadout video of mine soon.
@rotaman85557 ай бұрын
Outstanding set up! I’ve been trying to make an Eberlestock chest rig work for me, and it is pretty good, but I think I like your set up better as an all-purpose option. Thanks
@victorchinchillvas7 ай бұрын
Beautiful kit. Love your kit content. As always, keep up the awesome work.
@blakeanderson1187 ай бұрын
I have a simiar pack with an SOL bivvy in it. I unexpectedly had to spend the night in the rocky mountains in September with only dirtbike gear. A fire saved my life but i always carry a bivvy now
@irfanahmed91127 ай бұрын
Ur location look perfect for camping type activity😊
@camerontracy82417 ай бұрын
Would like to see an updated video of the EDC bag video you did awhile back. Love the content dude
@livingfree80707 ай бұрын
Great video I got a bag just like that I set up about 6 months ago just enough to get you through a rough situation. Stay froggy
@danielcortez93627 ай бұрын
Very cool video, I’m glad I found you
@JohnJones-op8uf6 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing... lots of good idea's/info...
@disasterduck137 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video
@jamesa49586 ай бұрын
Thank you
@adventureseeker98006 ай бұрын
I love the size.
@jovenalasis44687 ай бұрын
What company prpduces the red filter that you use for your flashlight?
@cholmes77547 ай бұрын
Came here for a wholesome video leaving with a flashlight. Damn you, and probably that geo prees 🤦🏾♂️
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
Lol sorry. Nutnfancy and brassfacts does the same thing to me.
@cholmes77547 ай бұрын
@@PreparedAirman nutnfancy can get ya deep in your wallet lol
@markwalker44855 ай бұрын
Tried years ago the front harness kit it did not work for me since I was to used to my mags being there. I still like the old (very old) pouch on my back that is low enough to still wear my backpack. But use what works man.
@XJF-zp1bz5 ай бұрын
persec in mind, are you familiar with the Colorado Springs area? Some of that scenery looks familiar ;)
@davidjacobs8287 ай бұрын
The snugpak stasha WILL NOT STOP THE GROUND PULLING HEAT FROM YOUR BODY ...fact. No tarp will do this. But ,... Your kit is superb. The grayl ultrapress is a great choice .
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
Its will not stop conduction, but it will stop water/moisture absorption. It's just a vapor barrier.
@jaycupples43626 ай бұрын
Good video
@AndreFavron6 ай бұрын
great kit but I had to laugh when you said that bad water will kill you quickly. Nah, it will do so slowly and very painfully :-O
@PreparedAirman6 ай бұрын
I suppose it's perspective. Id say 24-72 hrs is pretty quick in my book.
@jaredsmethurst57526 ай бұрын
Well it is settled, 300 weatherby beets 300 Winchester in barrel life
@shaunwalters292827 күн бұрын
What Jacket is that you are wearing, it looks pretty cool, thanks in advance
@wesleywilliams29587 ай бұрын
Aim High!
@bradcement30687 ай бұрын
Great kit.
@lololol2207 ай бұрын
What is the red lens cover you have on the Streamlight handheld?
@donpaco81637 ай бұрын
You should have enlisted in the Coast Guard!😅
@acbigalАй бұрын
I need to redo my get home bag and Im basically set up for just boiling water. If I use the metal canteen and the aqua tabs would that be safe enough for a 2 day hike home from work in yalls opinion? My biggest problem is weight and its screaming hot here in NC this summer.
@geraldbock10127 ай бұрын
I am not sure the compass will prove all that useful due to the ongoing major excursion of the magnetic poles. Is an up to date conversion formula available? Granted it would change regularly due to the ongoing movement. A Sextant may prove more useful, if out in the "doolies" but you can see the North Star. I have not seen any conversation on line re the use of compasses in the face of a major excursion. GPS will work as long as the satellites are working.
@davidstalter60067 ай бұрын
New subscriber. Great 1st video. Do you have a video on clothing? What pants do you recommend for survival like conditions?? 👍
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
Thank you. I prefer The Truespec expedition 24/7 pants. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ost_fpulzrOck2g.html
@dreamwalks82007 ай бұрын
great stuff
@amfearliathmor97477 ай бұрын
Nice kit, but the 10mm won't do anything when dealing with Bigfoot Sasquatch and would just annoy them.
@jonesnbones5 ай бұрын
You're right but it could be enough to push them away. It could also hunt very small game. I like it.
@felixhartart19527 ай бұрын
Very nice kit! What jacket are you wearing? Doesn‘t look familiar to me…
@leopoldarkham70177 ай бұрын
Second this question, it looks nice
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
Its a Beyond Clothing Modus Light Softshell L5 Jacket. I think it has been discontinued unfortunately.
@nathanjohnson27677 ай бұрын
Just learned about the Dakota fire hole, was wondering if you knew any other way to have fire with minimal light/smoke?
@erickaesman40017 ай бұрын
Im running a Hill people Recon pack. I like the look of this and would to compare them. I missed the brand name.......
@TreyConnor-lf3ll7 ай бұрын
Full Tang tactical. I got one and love it.
@MikeH03117 ай бұрын
Can u do a video How you have the attachments hooked up I’d love to try to do that with my survival chest rig
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ba-pqKp1xrmXh4k.html
@VividClearGlass7 ай бұрын
Eagle Scout Badge!! …a scout is:…
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
Absolutely! Scout Law-> 12 words, they have been memorized since I was young.
@VividClearGlass7 ай бұрын
@@PreparedAirmanEagle Scout Pedro Diaz Troop 334 - 1997
@VividClearGlass7 ай бұрын
@@PreparedAirmangreat videos thank you for sharing all this valuable information with us.
@michaelw22887 ай бұрын
Does the Ti Grail pass the drop test? Will it dent and loose a good seal?
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
Depending on the height it probably will. But from hand hight it didn't for me.
@martinandrews84965 ай бұрын
What are some good brands of clothes and styles for hot weather hiking? I do a lot of “exploring “ in the Georgia heat. And I always run into the same issue. If I dress to rouged I get super hot. If I dress light in like a sun shirt the briers tear me up I see u got on true spec pants and I like those and I bought that one shirt u shared one time that was on Amazon but what else I know u do more in the cold than I ever will but maybe u know some shit. Also what do u do about feet? Do u bring 2 different shoes and switch em out with socks when they get wet or do u wear fast drying shoes and just change out socks. ?? What ur fav summertime hiking shoe/boot?
@PreparedAirman5 ай бұрын
My favorite pants kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ost_fpulzrOck2g.html And here a some shoe options kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bd90pbiI29vVlJc.htmlsi=vryWLaqJdMPf2QfE
@susanp.collins78347 ай бұрын
'You were in a hurry and you made a mistake'... That kind of attitude can get you killed.
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
I have no idea on what context you're referencing..
@blake64267 ай бұрын
What filter are you running on your streamlight? Great looking kit!
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
If I recall it is this one. The Streamlight light has a bezel of 24.13mm and the filter is a 25.4mm. In my use it will fit and stay on just not super snug. You could always add electrical tape to the inside to make it fit perfectly. amzn.to/4bhQT6z
@robertbrannan937512 күн бұрын
You sure you can use triple a batteries in that light?
@PreparedAirman12 күн бұрын
Yes, AAAs and AAs produce the same voltage. It just has a smaller capacity.
@robertbrannan937512 күн бұрын
@@PreparedAirman their website doesn't list triple a. The spring long enough to reach the shorter triple a and still make a strong enough connection?
@PreparedAirman12 күн бұрын
@robertbrannan9375 It definitely works even if the manufacturer doest list it. The flashlight has an automatic adjusting spring to accommodate for smaller cells. Plus, the CR123a is shorter than a AAA anyways.
@pyeitme5087 ай бұрын
Wow
@mylescompton2427 ай бұрын
Who is the manufacturer of the divider you have to keep your pistol separate from your other gear?
@mylescompton2427 ай бұрын
Never mind I found it on the Full Tang Tactical website. Thanks for the video.
@Timberbeartrail7 ай бұрын
Is there a secret about what brand name the bag is or is that a secret you’re not willing to let out I got no idea what brand-name the bag is cause I’m looking for one and it would be nice to know. Thank you.
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
FullTang Tactical Kit bag
@imlashn76777 ай бұрын
Watch the video and listen
@geraldbock10126 ай бұрын
Given that the magnetic poles are in a major excursion and are no longer near the cardinal positions a compass is probably not going to be useful. Apart from a daily or weekly updated formula to determine true North which will not be available s/p super flare that takes down grid and net. Cardinal directions in daylight w a topo should work. Nightime, perhaps a Sextent for cellestial navigation especially if in a boat.. 😎
@knicksfan467 ай бұрын
what is 2024 knife?
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
Soon! Lol
@blakejohn83746 ай бұрын
If your that into versatility why not just carry a backpack on your chest while also having the option of carrying it on your back lol
@trioultimo7 ай бұрын
No headlamp means someone is probably tacticool
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
The flashlight has a reverse pocket clip to act as a head lamp if needed. Helps out alot.
@dammain10687 ай бұрын
This video is going to cost me some money 😔
@jhutch14707 ай бұрын
All of his videos cost me money. I hit unsub twice, but keep getting the videos in my feed.
@jhutch14707 ай бұрын
You can see his cargo pockets are stuffed. What he doesn't tell us is that they are full of chicken nuggies. We know how you roll PA. Don't be filthing us.
@alfredhighcock25996 ай бұрын
Lmao the larp is strong.
@PreparedAirman6 ай бұрын
I'm literally being paid by your tax dollars to LARP every day of my military career lol.
@alfredhighcock25996 ай бұрын
@@PreparedAirman chill homie anyone who’s anyone knows security forces don’t do sheet. We’ve all seen plenty of y’all who try to convince everyone you’re navy seals but we all know you just patrol a flight line or walk wingtip to wingtip like everyone else. Mad props for spending your entire paycheck on cool guy gear though lmao
@PreparedAirman6 ай бұрын
@alfredhighcock2599 Your assumptions are very wrong and laughable. You have know Idea what I actually do. My military paycheck doest pay for the gear, its called alternate income, lol.
@alfredhighcock25996 ай бұрын
Bro wants to be garand thumb so bad
@PreparedAirman6 ай бұрын
My channel is older than his so.. I'm not sure how I found inspiration from something that didn't exist....lol
@alfredhighcock25996 ай бұрын
@@PreparedAirman lmao weird how your “military” style videos only date back 5 years but keep trying to convince us that being on KZfaq since you were 15 puts you and Thumb is the same league. Lmao nerd
@PreparedAirman6 ай бұрын
You're trying so hard to act like you know me, lol. I was not 15 when I created my KZfaq channel lol. Pleasssseee tell me more about myself... lol this is great! 🤣
@kendricksockey-rl7xu6 ай бұрын
Kendricksockey missippiss you Tube 😂🎉😢😮😅❤😂😊🗡️
@susanp.collins78347 ай бұрын
A pistol is NOT going to help you against a bear...
@PreparedAirman7 ай бұрын
It has in past experiences... so are you wrong for saying it won't work? or am I wrong for actually witnessing a 10mm pistol work on a bear? Lol
@22leggedsasquatch7 ай бұрын
I say that bear spray is a far better and more responsible first go-to than the gun..
@riotfubar12057 ай бұрын
I would want something that allows me to keep some distance from the wild animal 8x my size.
@W123enthusiast7 ай бұрын
Grizzly bait
@ThatBK7 ай бұрын
the mace is at the mercy of the direction of the wind
@norsealaskan68347 ай бұрын
Alaskan. I run both
@rogerjensen52777 ай бұрын
Bear spray doesn't necessarily stop armed bipeds! IMHO, they are a much bigger (and common) threat!