I agree a good multi tool, flashlight and lighter is a good base of edc. I think a good whistle is one of the most under rated edc items out there, along with a bright red bandana. I heard some one once refer to their preparedness as a layering system. Your mind being the first, your edc--what you have on you and carry in your pockets the next layer. Then a more comprehensive "layer" in a BOB stored in a vehicle...etc. If you have a chance, you might check out www.edcforums.com for some good beta. Thanks for reading