Here is my current version of a BOB/GHB:





Top row: TP, trowel, microfiber towel, hygiene kit(soap, toothbrush, paste, deodorant, scrubbie) sunblock, DEET, alcogel, notebook, pen, compass, magnifier, Mora knife, saw, bug net, siltarp kit, biohazard bag, paracord, rainsuit, mosquito head net.

Middle row: Fubar tool, hardhat, gloves, goggles, biohazard suit, SW radio, duct tape, headlight, cellphone charger, repair kit, monocular, sharpener, 2 heetsheets, FAK, bandannas.

Bottom row: Fishing kit, food gathering kit, fuel, cookset, alcohol stove, stand, lighter, p-38, utensils, Nalgene bottle, Gatoraide, MRE, ration pack (lifeboat rations, coffee, hard candy, power bars, etc.), nylon bucket, platypus Big Zip 2L.

In pack: 2 3L water bladders with inline filter and iodine solution, Blaze orange rain cover.

In car with kit: Complete change of clothes/uniforms, cheapo mummy sleeping bag, Henry Survival rifle with 250 rounds .22 Stingers and cleaning kit, pistol, various tools, flashlights, FAK, mini survival kit, extra water, etc.

Not shown: USB in match safe, maps, essential documents.

Here's what is in the food gathering kit:


Top row: Sigg Alu box

Middle row: magnifier, whistle, razor knife, Mg/flint/striker, lifeboat matches, fauxton, compass, wire saw, duct tape, aluminum foil, tinder cubes, fish/bird/animal net.

Bottom Row: Spare snare/utility wire, mini fishing kit, several Thompson snares and Speedhooks, fishing line and supplies.

Comments encouraged!

Looks good, I will go analyze it one by one later!

Have you carried the pack any distance?
I realized my BOB was not too good for >1 mile hikes!!! YIKES!

Looks pretty good. Weight?

Personal wipes.

What do you EDC?

your good to go..just two things--hide the fubar tool and tie in the bottle..if you have to move in a crowd the tool is asking to be grabbed and it gives you away as someone with stuff worth the hassle to steal from.the bottle is just a "water bottle" but it could fall out.

Please do.


I'm an experienced backpacker. This pack is roughly "daypack" sized (about 2600c.i.) but it has a real load bearing frame and hipbelt, designed for heavy loads. If I have to do any long distance hoofing, some stuff, like the Fubar, hard hat, etc. will likely get left behind, depending on circumstances.

No idea. I'll weigh it again when I get done monkeying around with it for a while, I'd guess about 30 lbs, which is less than I'd normally carry while backpacking.



pocketknife (various), Fenix AAA, pistol, bandanna, and ferro rod, micro-pen and fresnel in wallet, along with local, state and federal badges.

Good tips. Thanks.

FUBAR = heavy alone! I can't imagine needing that to huff it around.

I've used a FUBAR and a hammer A LOT during demo of my my house and the fubar may be better in a couple circumstances but not better enough to warrant carrying it over a fiberglass hammer that weighs 1/2 as much or less.

Oh, I don't plan on toting it anywhere. But I've found it to be handy as a light rescue tool. It'll be staying in the car, along with a few other items, if I don't need it initially.

Leather work gloves? Or did I miss them? Which version of the FUBAR tool are you using?

Otherwise, looks like a pretty good kit.

I'm curious about your choice of ammunition for the Henry rifle, if it's appropriate could you explain your reasoning for what you chose either here or via PM.

I've got a Henry as well and I'm still looking for the ideal ammo for it.

Thanks.

Gloves and goggles are stuffed inside the hard hat. I think it's the smaller Fubar. I carry it while firefighting. My Henry cycles very well on the Stingers. It helps if you pull off the side plate and smooth out the action with a Dremel. Also, I use the dry lubes from Sentry Solutions.

Looks good.

I'll have to try the Stingers in my AR-7. I've always been kinda nervous about using anything very hot in it.

Perhaps a good area map/ street map, bus schedule, important phone numbers ( on paper) tiny radio.

I like your BOB,, it is very effective,, Personaly, I would sugest Keeping the FUBAR tool. I have two difrent types myself. Hiding it though would be very good idea. Just to prevent the pointy end from slaming into your back if you ever end up going turtle.

But the bag looks great and well thought out.

That looks a comprehensive kit and I'm always a little hesitant about commenting on other peoples kit as its a highly subjective matter. One question though, have you actually used one of those "survival saws"? The ones we see here are frankly rubbish and likely to do more damage to you than any piece of wood.
Moab

Thanks for replying. Yeah, the wire saws are kinda junky, and I'm well aware of their limitations. I'll use them carefully, and expect them to fail quickly. But I tried to get the best quality I could, and they take little space and add little weight. Also note the substantially more robust saw in the top row in the photo.

My purpose in posting was to solicit comments, suggestions and questions, and to stimulate discussion. Please don't ever hesitate to share your thoughts on any of my posts.

Jeff

What?!?! No Abrams tank?!?! Just kidding. But seriously, why the biohazard bag and suit? My first thought was just to get you through a contaminated area but then I thought you might also have some additional training that an average joe like me doesn't have that would warrant inclusion in a kit like this.

Firefighter, paramedic, member of state and federal disaster/terrorism teams, lots of training and merit badges. As to the biohazard bag specifically, they happen to be exceptionally strong plastic bags for general purposes, too. But the suit is included mainly for the reason you suggested, contaminated areas.

I like the idea of the FUBAR and think the possible uses make up for the weight.

Defensive weapon, pry bar, smasher of things in general, hammer, head whacker... worth the weight to me.

I will add that to the small trowel, Woodsmans Pal, Leatherman Wave, and issue pocketknife that are already in my kit. I'm on the lookout for a good folding saw atm. Better to have the stuff and not need it... besides, you can always toss stuff if not needed.

I'm just not real big on bottles of water. Two Camelback bladders and a filter seem to work for me.

Oh yeah, Jellybellys. Gotta have some of those.

That is a well thought out kit. I'd like to put something like this together. Can you tell me what the siltarp kit is for, and what it consists of? Is this a one man kit, or dsigned for two to three people? Is shelter something you keep in the vehicle? Also, what size Sigg Alu box are you using?

The "siltarp kit" is a lightweight siliconized nylon 5x8 tarp, with cord and stakes, for shade and shelter. That and the mosquito net are my primary shelter. Living in Florida, my shelter needs are minimal. The kit is for just me (my wife has her own), but it certainly would let me help others, too. I'm using the Sigg medium box.