I'm looking for a new way to store and carry my large first aid kit. I managed to cut myself in my thumb and messing with my first aid kit, I wasn't totally happy with what I had.

Currently I have a clipbox with a tray inside. I put the small and regularly used stuff on top in the tray, under need are the larger things. I had to dig for the gauze, because it was under the things needed for larger injury's. I choose the clipbox because it's light weight, rainproof, inexpensive, can be organised and the clips are far easier to open than zippers. Currently thinking of just getting a larger clipbox and add dividers/trays.

But I would like more input on what to get. Anybody know a different system which can be easily be moved, organized, easily accessible with one hand and is rainproof?

soft or hard case?

something like a soft roll... USNERDOC AMP 3 "Outfitter" kit, reviewed by beast 12101

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcYeRikYEoo

Doesn't matter to me. As long as you can access everything easily. Too many zippers or small pockets are the things that worries me, I like to be able to easily get things out when I'm having to give first aid to my self.

As for the softroll, they look a bit too small for my large FAK, but i'll need to take a good look at it.

The AMP 3 kit is very similar to the bag that I carried for years. Mine was a clamshell that unzipped and spread flat so that the contents were visible. Rather than pockets, it used elastic loops to hold items, thus enhancing their visibility. I eventually sewed up my own version which is still in use as my vehicle kit. Definitely stay away from pockets; they conceal to much and someone else might be delving in your bag for a desperately needed item (in the rain, in the dark).

I eventually added a small, free floating bag which contained the items I would need right away (BP cuff, stethoscope, gauze). It simply floated loose in the interior of the bag. I kept carabiners handy so that it could hang, if needed.

I've assembled a first aid kit for my dog and use an LL Bean "personal" sized cooler to hold everything.

Works great, has a nice carry handle, pockets on the sides and front and a handy shoulder strap. REI's personal cooler is a bit taller and would work well, too.

http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/63702?feat=cooler-SR0&page=softpack-cooler-personal



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Personally, I like the idea of using the zippered bags that curtains come packaged in. I put five "quick kits" inside that have items generally needed for situations such as yours. The quick kits are in quart-sized zip-locks and are designed to be just pulled out and tossed to a person who needs one or who is helping. I also have other items in there besides the quick kits. I know the zippered bag isn't exactly the most robust carrier, but in a backpack or car-based case it should be fine.

My $.02

Personally I like the Maxpedition F.I.G.H.T. bag. Lots of room for a pretty compact kit.

I use a duffel bag, which obviously isn't waterproof. However, there are plenty of fishing tray options out there that could help you organize things. The duffel I have has an outer pocket on either end, 2 on the sides, and a main bag/pouch.

Many, many options out there. I suggest you peruse Galls.com, North American Rescue, Dyna-Med ... Depending on the size of your kit and budget, you can usually find a great bag or hard case to help organize. At the very least, see what you don't like and find features you do.

Yeah, if you want a larger EMT-type bag Galls has a terrific assortment.