Alright, in another thread I was discussing the backpack that I am currently using for my bug out bag, and I mentioned that although I really like the bag, it is a little small for my needs. Another member who's opinion I happen to respect stated that he uses this bag and has room to spare, suggesting that maybe I have too much stuff. This is certainly possible, so in an attempt to streamline, I thought I'd post the full list and you guys can tell me if there's anything in there that I don't need, or that I need but don't have. I can take and post some pictures if that would help, let me know.
Here's my current BoB as it stands right now:
Ear protection
Duct tape
Small bundle of paracord
Bandaids of various sizes
Signal mirror
Tac light with batteries for 2 reloads
Steel cuffs
2 permanent markers
Neoprene ankle brace
Multitool
Extra glasses in case with repair kit
Iodine tabs
2 freeze dried meals
Roll of foil
Sunscreen
Candles
Dental kit with small brush, toothpaste, floss
Travel tissue
Micro driver set
Notebook and pencil
Paperback copy of Frank Hebert's Dune
1 change of clothes
Bandana
Magnesium firestarter
Lighters
Wire saw
Plastic rain poncho
Blade sharpener
75 rounds of 9mm ammo
Bundle of rope clipped to outside
I'm pretty sure the candles are going to go, which helps a little. The clothes take up a lot of room but they do seem fairly necessary. Micro driver set is for weapon maintenance.
My weapons, mags, and such are on my waist and legs. Still fine tuning the tactical setup, and that will likely get it's own thread in the future. I'm also toying with the idea of "bug out pants:" a pair of dedicated, lightweight, preferably camo cargo pants with the pockets filled with useful items and my pistol belt and drop-leg rigs all set up and ready to be slipped into should TSHTF.
Alright, let the feedback commence! That's the point of this post, after all.
Here's my current BoB as it stands right now:
Ear protection
Duct tape
Small bundle of paracord
Bandaids of various sizes
Signal mirror
Tac light with batteries for 2 reloads
Steel cuffs
2 permanent markers
Neoprene ankle brace
Multitool
Extra glasses in case with repair kit
Iodine tabs
2 freeze dried meals
Roll of foil
Sunscreen
Candles
Dental kit with small brush, toothpaste, floss
Travel tissue
Micro driver set
Notebook and pencil
Paperback copy of Frank Hebert's Dune
1 change of clothes
Bandana
Magnesium firestarter
Lighters
Wire saw
Plastic rain poncho
Blade sharpener
75 rounds of 9mm ammo
Bundle of rope clipped to outside
I'm pretty sure the candles are going to go, which helps a little. The clothes take up a lot of room but they do seem fairly necessary. Micro driver set is for weapon maintenance.
My weapons, mags, and such are on my waist and legs. Still fine tuning the tactical setup, and that will likely get it's own thread in the future. I'm also toying with the idea of "bug out pants:" a pair of dedicated, lightweight, preferably camo cargo pants with the pockets filled with useful items and my pistol belt and drop-leg rigs all set up and ready to be slipped into should TSHTF.
Alright, let the feedback commence! That's the point of this post, after all.