 | CamelBak BFM
Buy new: $176.30 - $250.00 excellent pack designed with 3-day excursions in mind, but suitable for much longer when you pack well. main cargo space made with a clam-shell design which fully opens top to bottom. 5.5-lb empty, 12-lb with full reservoir. this isn't ideal for longer than 3 days, in which case a camping backpack would be ideal.
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 | Men's Merrell Outland
Buy new: $90.00 - $140.00 merrell makes outstanding footwear for roughing it outdoors. very comfortable and built right to protect your feet. this is the pair i wear for cold weather, the chameleons or moab ventilators are great for summer. 1.9-lb
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 | 4858 G.I. Rip-Stop Nylon Poncho- Woodland Camo
Buy new: $18.75 in addition to keeping you dry, you can build a improvised shelter from a poncho, and they are easy to combine in that role. i've used them like a sleeping bag even. staying dry=better morale
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 | Blackhawk - CQB/Rescue Belt, Small, Black
Buy new: $27.31 normally i would leave attire to the personal choice but these belts are just that good. they have a solid d-ring for tying off line or latching with carabiners in emergency situations.
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 | Multicam Poly / Cotton Ripstop Boonie
Buy new: $9.99 A boonie hat is another one of those comfort items, it's nice to keep the sun or rain and some bugs out of your eyes. any decent boonie will do, i just really like the multi-cam pattern.
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 | SOG Specialty Knives - Seal Pup, Kydex Sheath
Buy new: $72.50 having a sturdy and sharp fixed-blade knife is one of the staples of survival. the sheath of this one has an opening exposing the blade for cord cutting, which works well as long as the blade is sharp.
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 | SwissTool Spirit
we are issued s.o.g. multi-tools, but this one is my choice for any environment, since you don't have to open the pliers to get at the individual tools like the blade or screwdriver. 6oz
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 | Ka-Bar Machete Kukri Md: 1249
Buy new: $43.98 a good machete can make blazing a trail or cutting material for your camp or shelter much easier if you don't mind carrying the extra weight. this one retains its edge pretty well. 1.5lb
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 | Eureka Solo Backcountry 1 Tent
Buy new: $129.99 having a decent shelter will help you stay comfortable and in turn last longer in the elements. this one is just rugged enough to get you through and long enough for the tall folks to stretch out without breaking the bank. 3lb 14oz (i actually use a big agnes seed house sl2 but amazon does not list it, it is a bit lighter)
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 | Therm-a-Rest Dream Time Camp & Comfort Mattress
a ground mat goes a long way for comfort. the trade off is the more comfortable the less mobile. i use a z-fold (z-lite) to stay agile and still somewhat comfortable. this one is awesome for car camping.
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 | Swedish Firesteel- Army Model
Buy new: $9.35 - $19.99 multiple fire-starting methods should be available. i use bics, matches, firesteel, magnesium blocks, etc. i stay away from zippos since they don't have a long shelf-life, and require fuel.
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 | Tool Logic SL3 Sl3, Multifunction Folding Knife With Magnesium Fire Starter And Signal Whistle
Buy new: Too low to display this is a folding utility knife with a fire starter and whistle built in. it also has a pocket-clip and lanyard hole making it easy to keep close. the edge stays sharp making it a decent and affordable piece of kit.
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 | Silva Ranger 515 CL Compass
Buy new: $43.23 / Used from: $42.00 being able to read maps and navigate on your own is essential. this is a great lensatic compass and in a pinch the mirror can be used for signaling.
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 | Garmin eTrex Legend HCx Personal Navigator
Buy new: $187.61 / Used from: $180.00 having a gps could save your butt big time for those that may not have enough skill or experience to navigate by map and compass. if you already have those skills, they sure do make things easier!
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 | Katadyn Pocket Water Microfilter
Buy new: $199.97 / Used from: $216.99 you won't get far without water. don't ever take a shortcut when it comes to water. this one is pricey but has a excellent filter which is cleanable and lasts a long time. rubber-band a coffee filter over the inlet side to keep out sediment and get more life. well worth the investment. 1.2lb
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 | Olicamp Space Saver Cup
a stainless steel cup which fits under your nalgene bottle and can be used to prepare small food items or boil water in. also has measuring marks.
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 | MRE'S Meals Ready to Eat
Buy new: $84.99 MRE's and the like can provide short-term nourishment to keep you going. find what works for you, whether its bars or real MRE's. MRE meals do not need to be cooked to eat, which is the real value. most people can go without food long enough to escape whatever bad situation they've come into.
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 | 27-3 ALC STOVE KIT ULTRALIGHT
Buy new: $60.15 when you don't have prepared rations you'll need something to cook with. if you fled your home, hopefully you grabbed as much food to take with you as you could, and this will enable you to prepare some of it. this is an ultralight alcohol stove.
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 | American Red Cross FR150 Microlink Solar-Powered, Self-Powered AM/FM/Weatherband Portable Radio with Flashlight and Cell Phone Charger (Red)
Buy new: $30.00 in an emergency or disaster situation, one of these can keep you informed of what's happening out there, and maybe give you a heads up when dangerous weather is approaching. being cranked, it also serves as a last-ditch flash-light.
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 | Petzl E46 PC2 TacTikka 3-LED Headlamp with Red Flip-Up Lens, Camouflage
Buy new: $34.95 these allow you to work with your hands unencumbered in the night which makes things a lot easier. long battery life, and unbreakable led bulbs. great investment if you don't already own one. 3-AAA
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 | Ultimate Survival Technologies SaberCut Saw (Black)
Buy new: $26.99 cut down branches too large for a knife for shelter or clear a felled tree from the road to get a vehicle past. i prefer this type but a quality commando style wire saw is very effective as well.
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 | Folding Slingshot
Buy new: $6.25 a slingshot is an excellent backup to a firearm and can take out small game with ease after little practice. they're also a lot of fun ;) bring at least one extra band, preferably two.
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 | 550lb. Type III Paracord
Buy new: $2.25 - $10.59 550 cord or paracord, is one great thing to have on hand. excellent general-purpose cord. can be stripped for individual cords for makeshift things such as fishing line.
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 | Genuine US Military All Weather Poncho Liner Blanket
Buy new: $26.99 / Used from: $20.00 i highly recommend getting at least one of these. good heat retention and very adaptable to other uses, such as make-shift sleeping bag, or as insulation between your ground mat and body. get a small compression bag to store it compactly, which makes it into a great pillow too.
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 | Travel Kit by Nalgene
Buy new: $7.35 - $12.58 get the larger set, get two if you think you'll need them. these can be used to store anything small. i keep some food items, fuels/tinder, medicines, and misc small things.
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 | Nite Ize Figure 9 Rope Tightener - Large
Buy new: $2.75 - $26.99 neat little thing, easily tighten rope or cord. these are rated for 150lb apiece. works well with paracord to tie things in any number of ways.
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 | Pocket Mosquito Head Net
Buy new: $2.75 get two. treat the one you will use with permethrin for added insect protection, and keep the other in reserve in case your primary gets torn up. huge comfort boost from not getting attacked by flies/mosquitos.
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 | G.I. Type Mosquito Netting
Buy new: $21.54 this stuff can be used to keep the buggers out of your shelter, but is one of those multi-use items for the crafty and imaginative.
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 | Walkstool Comfort 45cm/18in Folding Seat for Outdoors - Walkstool WA18
Buy new: $69.99 people often take sitting for granted. this little thing can easily lash to the outside of your pack for when you or someone else needs a break. taking short breaks even for just a few minutes really helps you go further. it's very sturdy and you can sit down with your pack still on to read a map, take a photo, drink some water, whatever you need. again, weight is the key at 1lb 10oz.
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