Seems I'm always tinkering with my kit. Never been completely happy with my pack so, I'm going to try an old school pack for awhile. Any other...
There are a lot of references here on SM about ILBE (Improved Load Bearing Equipment) but there are only a few references to it's successor FILBE...
Here's my first impression of this backpack [MEDIA]
Here's an idea for making an improvised backpack. The basic concept can be improved, depending on what materials are readily available. PVC...
So I'm really getting into hiking I was hoping the osprey atmos 65 i ordered will work for a bug out bag as well any thoughts
Greeetings to all of my fellow monkeys, I was wondering what you guys thought of the 5.11 Rush 72 backpack. I'm considering getting my hands on...
hey I am trying to deside if I need to put together a get home bag I lve in east tn and I drive 40 miles to work whats everones opnion.
Under 1 1/2 pounds. 1 pound 4.5 ounces to be more accurate for you gram weenies out there. ;) Take out the knife (4.4 ounces) and the kit is,...
over the course of the last few months I've been trying to work out the whole bug out bag thing. so many bags to consider. from what is kept at...
BUG OUT REMEDIES (Volumes 1-3) Complete. One .pdf file also compatible with Libre Office/Linux. Everything you need to know for getting started in...
Brokor submitted a new resource: BUG OUT REMEDIES (Complete Vol 1-3) - Bug Out Remedies by Brokor BUG OUT REMEDIES (Volumes 1-3) Complete. One...
I am sure this has been discussed before, but I did not come upon any recent threads and figured we could stand another session any way. In your...
Does anyone have a review or suggestion on the best backpack/Bob bag features for kids? I'm getting ready to place a Rothco order and was...
Okay, I was trying really hard not to post this, I know it is something on forums that is frequent.. But, there are so many brands and bags, I...
Hi everyone! I could really use your insight and guidance in selecting a base pack that would hold up to 120lbs. This would be my pack in the...
[ATTACH] Some missions require U.S. operators to enter dangerous environments where they don’t know the layout and can’t access GPS....
MATRIX = Modular Assault Tactical Rucksack IX Been wanting to review something in the BOB category and since I've had good luck with Voodoo...
Hi there folks, I want to share a couple of techniques I've developed to make sure I have the 'stuff' I need always at hand. I work in an...
It's my first attempt at a BOB. Here's what I've done. The bag itself is a Maxpedition Vulture II. [ATTACH] I started out with a standard goal...
So how much does your emergency backpack, B.O.B or whatever you want to call it weigh?
What is in your Emergency backpack\bag?.. What useful equipment do you have that most people might not, that you think should? How much does...
Few Weeks Ago I ordered a Maxpedition Pygmy Falcon II backpack to replace my old worn falling apart duffel like workbag. Well after a lil hiccup...
[ATTACH]In every forum and thread about bugging out on foot, one tends to see selected pieces of advice. Some gear related, some how-to’s and...
I could use some input regarding which backpack I should get ..... I don't have much to spend right now. I will be using the backpack when I...
Below is our video review of the Kelly Kettle kit (aka Volcano) cook system. This system comes from Ireland and has been used there for ages by...
Someone is offering to sell me a Kelty backpack .. for $25 No clue what model it is .. gonna try to post pics .. Would like to know what ya'll...
"A "back-pack survivalist" is a survivalist that plans on leaving his home ahead of a disaster and taking to the woods with only what he can carry...
I was just curious how often the rest of you use your BOBs. Do you use yours on a regular basis (like say once a week or more), just when you...
I am going to be purchasing a couple backpacks in the near future for me and my wife. I was curious what brands you would consider. Military...
The odds of surviving an event known as Survival in Hostile Terrain Following catastrophic events (SHTF) are decisively weighed towards those who...
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