BOB 101...where to start?

[LPMan59]

so i'm thinking a BOB might be a good idea. I see that LAPG has 3 day packs for $29.99. as for supplies like first aid and food,, etc , should I go the kit route or just buy piece by piece? are any websites better than others?

 

[Jenel]

IMO I think you'll be better off piecing it together. Most med kits have tons of useless junk that you won't need in a bug out bag. Plus piecing it together gives you more hands on time with your supplies, which means that you'll know your bag more intimately.

 

[E5RANGER375]

piece by piece. too much worthless junk in the kits.

 

[tyler34]

where to start? SKILLS!!!!!!! everything else is crap without the skills to carry you through. this is mentally and physically.

 

[lovemachine]

where to start? SKILLS!!!!!!! everything else is crap without the skills to carry you through. this is mentally and physically.

Where can I get these skills at? How much do they cost?

 

[tyler34]

Where can I get these skills at? How much do they cost?

wal-mart in the hygiene section.

 

[E5RANGER375]

where to start? SKILLS!!!!!!! everything else is crap without the skills to carry you through. this is mentally and physically.

thats a given, but your right. but you can preach that to people all day long but if they havent already seen the importance of that then they never will.

 

[E5RANGER375]

Where can I get these skills at? How much do they cost?

here: cost of admission: your man card

YouTube - All-4-One - She's Got Skillz

 

[lovemachine]

wal-mart in the hygiene section.

Speaking of which, you need to go back. Dude, you stink.

 

[Gamez235]

Skillz can be found here...

https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...ning/140791-small_batch_survival_classes.html

https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/tactics_and_training/129967-limited_bug_out_101_class.html

 

[E5RANGER375]

Skillz can be found here...

https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...ning/140791-small_batch_survival_classes.html

https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/tactics_and_training/129967-limited_bug_out_101_class.html

or free at a library and joining a MSG

 

[rlspach]

I bought one of these for each car; I like them.

Nitro-Pak: Survival Kit, Executive 72 hr.w/ Solar Radio Upgrade - 72 Hour Kits - Survival Kits - Products

 

[Gamez235]

Building would have saved you a bunch of money on those kits.

 

[tyler34]

or free at a library and joining a MSG

I want to go to your library if I can start fires in it.

 

[IndyBeerman]

I bought one of these for each car; I like them.

Nitro-Pak: Survival Kit, Executive 72 hr.w/ Solar Radio Upgrade - 72 Hour Kits - Survival Kits - Products

You could have saved yourself a ton of $$$'s and made two and it would have contained far more than that.

In my opinion pre made survival bags are nothing but pure profit for the maker and do not contain nearly enough items to survive for their stated times or have items that can at minimal a 12 hour bag.

The first thing I did after picking a pack was to buy a REAL wool blanket, it will keep you warm even when it gets wet, then built around it.

 

[E5RANGER375]

I want to go to your library if I can start fires in it.

smart ass

 

[LtScott14]

Sounds like you need to write down, and/or read some more and then get started! Lot of good reading on this site and most is good common sense. Get the 5 main things covered, and add as you can afford. When you have a few items catch a training class and you will be really happy you read ahead of time. Water, shelter, fire, food, survive.

 

[rjstew317]

hey LP, i recently purchased la police gear 3day pack and can tell first hand it is a great pack and i wouldn't hesitate to pick one up. so far i have used it on several day hikes, with varying loads, and it has been quite comfortable. the four compression straps allow you to adjust the pack according to your load. IMHO you cant beat it for $30. even at $60-$70 it would be worth the money. just my

 

[spearheadersarge]

I can second the LA Police Gear pack. Bought 2 myself and they are very well proportioned for their size. Think bigger than an Army assault pack, but smaller than a large Army rucksack. 2 zippered pockets on the outside and molle slots all around, also has compression straps top n bottom on both sides, waist belt and shouldr harness chest strap. I was very pleased and you can't beat the price!

 

[LPMan59]

i gave into the pressure and ordered one of LAPG's 3 day packs. I suppose now I will have to begin assembling supplies.

i think the first thing will be a water bladder of some kind and a blanket. are camel-bak bladders good?