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Affordable, realistic & commonsense 'Bug Out' Bag list
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Teton Sports Fox 75+10L Internal Frame Backpack (Blue)Teton Sports Fox 75+10L Internal Frame Backpack (Blue)
Buy new: $57.63
5,187 cubic inches = excellent capacity. Internal frame with padding gives load bearing support. Every below goes in.
Barska Lucid 10x25 Monocular Binocular (Camouflage)Barska Lucid 10x25 Monocular Binocular (Camouflage)
Buy new: $5.99
Get a good look at situations before you wade in. Great price for decent magnification. Only 1.6 ounces
Wenzel 2007 Windy Pass 0-Degree Mummy Sleeping Bag (Green/Gold)Wenzel 2007 Windy Pass 0-Degree Mummy Sleeping Bag (Green/Gold)
Buy new: $29.90
Good temp rating, decent weight, good length. Waterproof.
Miniature Travel Duct TapeMiniature Travel Duct Tape
Does it all. Seal boots, seams, et al.
Wenzel Piñon Sport 7-by 7-Foot Three-Person Dome TentWenzel Piñon Sport 7-by 7-Foot Three-Person Dome Tent
Buy new: $29.95
Only 6.8 pounds. True 7x7 floor space. Easy up. Great price. Remember to practice set up and use seam sealer.
Victorinox Swiss Army One-Hand Trekker Lockblade Pocket Knife (Black)Victorinox Swiss Army One-Hand Trekker Lockblade Pocket Knife (Black)
Buy new: $28.91
Everything you want in a working knife. Get a sheath for easy access.
Water Filtration BottleWater Filtration Bottle
Buy new: $19.95
100 gallons of 750 refills of pure drinking water. Bottle is 1 litre capacity. Good deal. Get two.
Water Purification TabletsWater Purification Tablets
Buy new: $3.95
One tablets cleans 1 litre water. A good fall back purifier.
Swedish FireSteel - Scout Model (Red)Swedish FireSteel - Scout Model (Red)
Buy new: $9.95
3,000°C spark makes fire building easy in any weather.
Kaito KA404 Emergency Hand Crank Dynamo 5-LED Flashlight with AM/FM radioKaito KA404 Emergency Hand Crank Dynamo 5-LED Flashlight with AM/FM radio
Buy new: $12.99
No batteries. 5 LEDs for great brightness. AM/FM Radio. Possible to charge electronics/cells.
When All Hell Breaks LooseWhen All Hell Breaks Loose by Cody Lundin
Buy new: $13.57 / Used from: $12.21
No punches pulled prep book. Good read. Not PC but true.
Adventure Medical Kits Light and Fast Trail KitAdventure Medical Kits Light and Fast Trail Kit
Buy new: $20.17
High quality components. Made in USA. Good for 1-3 people. Lightweight. Comes with Wilderness Medical advice book.
12 Hour Green Lightsticks (4 Pack)12 Hour Green Lightsticks (4 Pack)
Buy new: $5.80
Back up light source. Lightweight. Snap and shake for chem light.
Open Country Individual 5-Piece Nonstick Mess KitOpen Country Individual 5-Piece Nonstick Mess Kit
Buy new: $16.99
Better quality than alum, non stick means easy clean up. Decent weight to cost.
Camp Suds Soap and Scrubber KitCamp Suds Soap and Scrubber Kit
Sanitation, baby... Good for you, the cooking gear, etc.
Stansport Pack-Lite Camping Pad- 72" x 19" x 3/8"Stansport Pack-Lite Camping Pad- 72" x 19" x 3/8"
Buy new: $14.99
Get off the cold ground. Not the best pad out there but it is light, cleans up fast and does the job.
SUPER-Bright Luxeon LED Head Lamp - Comfort-Stretch Headband - Just 5 oz!SUPER-Bright Luxeon LED Head Lamp - Comfort-Stretch Headband - Just 5 oz!
Buy new: $8.99
Only 5 ounces. Decent lumens. Adjustable tilt. Needs three AAA batteries. Go long life.
Buck 730BKX X-Tract Black Multi Function Tool and Folding KnifeBuck 730BKX X-Tract Black Multi Function Tool and Folding Knife
Buy new: $22.00
Good multitool with more than the look. Decent steel. Good tools. Get a sheath.
Health Valley Soup Cup, Spicy Black Bean with Couscous, 2.65-Ounce Cups (Pack of 12)Health Valley Soup Cup, Spicy Black Bean with Couscous, 2.65-Ounce Cups (Pack of 12)
Repackage in quality Ziploc baggies and then store in Freezer grade gallon size Ziploc. Beans and pasta. Great energy.
Nile Spice Red Bean and Rice Soup, 1.8-Ounce Cups (Pack of 24)Nile Spice Red Bean and Rice Soup, 1.8-Ounce Cups (Pack of 24)
Repackage in quality Ziploc baggies and then store in Freezer grade gallon size Ziploc. Beans and rice. Great energy.
Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars, Variety Pack of Cinnamon, Oats 'n Honey, and Peanut Butter, 12-Count Boxes (Pack of 6)Nature Valley Crunchy Granola Bars, Variety Pack of Cinnamon, Oats 'n Honey, and Peanut Butter, 12-Count Boxes (Pack of 6)
And oldie but a goodies. Taste variety. Lightweight. Excellent energy source. Stay away from those soft granola bars.
Mr. Z Premium Beef Jerky Original Flavor, 1-Ounce Bags (Pack of 12)Mr. Z Premium Beef Jerky Original Flavor, 1-Ounce Bags (Pack of 12)
Buy new: $16.10
Single serving size prepacked airtight.
Sensible Foods Organic Crunch Dried Snacks, Cherry Berry, 0.75-Ounce 12-Count PouchSensible Foods Organic Crunch Dried Snacks, Cherry Berry, 0.75-Ounce 12-Count Pouch
Buy new: $19.89
Dried fruit. All natural. Good for disgestion.
Coleman Exponent F1 Ultralight Backpacker Camp StoveColeman Exponent F1 Ultralight Backpacker Camp Stove
Buy new: $34.99
2.7 ounces. 16,400 BTUs burner boils water in 3 minutes, 40 seconds. Push-button electronic ignition. Uses brutane canisters.
Colored Lexan Wide Mouth (32 oz.) Nalgene Water Bottle - In Your Choice of ColorsColored Lexan Wide Mouth (32 oz.) Nalgene Water Bottle - In Your Choice of Colors
Wide mouth allows faster fill from all angles. Good water can hard to find. Weight vs. reliability is always situational. Dont forget to purify.
Invicta Men's Pro Diver Collection Automatic Watch #8926Invicta Men's Pro Diver Collection Automatic Watch #8926
Buy new: $105.45
No batteries. Water proof. EMP proof. Self-winding by movement.
Camouflage 550lb Nylon 100 Foot CordCamouflage 550lb Nylon 100 Foot Cord
Buy new: $8.99
Good utility item.
Air Pollution MaskAir Pollution Mask
Buy new: $29.95
Breathable 100% cotton fabric with an activated carbon shield. What is going to be burning and do you really want to breath it?
Southern Camp LA1162-B 8' x 10' Blue TarpSouthern Camp LA1162-B 8' x 10' Blue Tarp
Buy new: $2.80
Ground tarp for tent. Can collect dew/rain water using rope. Good utility item. 2 lbs, however.
Coleman 5-Gallon PVC Camp ShowerColeman 5-Gallon PVC Camp Shower
Buy new: $13.00
Optional: Don't wade into a cold water (if it is even deep enough). Let the sun heat your water for a decent shower.
Activated Charcoal 100 capsActivated Charcoal 100 caps
Buy new: $6.16
Food poisoning? Sick from impure water? This is an essential.
Folgers Classic Roast Coffee Singles, 38 Servings, 6-Ounces (Pack of 3)Folgers Classic Roast Coffee Singles, 38 Servings, 6-Ounces (Pack of 3)
It aint Starbucks, but it does the trick. Avoid caffeine withdrawal and get your morning joe.
Solar battery / charger (i101) - 1250mAh rechargeable polymer solar battery (charger) for cell-phone, mp3 player, media player. With 6 USB adapters.Solar battery / charger (i101) - 1250mAh rechargeable polymer solar battery (charger) for cell-phone, mp3 player, media player. With 6 USB adapters.
Recharge headlamp your AAAs and other batteries.
Energizer Rechargeable AAA Batteries (4-pk.)Energizer Rechargeable AAA Batteries (4-pk.)
Buy new: $11.95 / Used from: $5.88
Decent lifecycle. Decent cost. For headlamp plus one spare.
G.I. Type Black Cordura Nylon Speedlace Jungle BootG.I. Type Black Cordura Nylon Speedlace Jungle Boot
Buy new: $22.99
Respect your feet. Lots of miles can be made with good boots. These are pretty decent.
Columbia Sportswear Men's Cougar Peaks JacketColumbia Sportswear Men's Cougar Peaks Jacket
Buy new: $29.95 - $54.54
Breathable. Lightweight. Waterproof shell. Always stay away from PVC and cotton. Get neutral color.
Black SWAT Cloth Rip-Stop 9 Pocket EMT PantsBlack SWAT Cloth Rip-Stop 9 Pocket EMT Pants
Buy new: $29.99 - $32.99
Poly/Cotton Rip-Stop Material S.W.A.T. Cloth. 9 Pockets. Slot Pockets For Scissors, Flashlight, etc. with Hook/Loop Fastener Closures