See the other thread about computer backups though because you don't want to rely on just this method or trust that it will be reliable.

The best backup method is LOTS and OFTEN. I use these exclusively. <img src="/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" />

I primarily use DVDs. They're common, cheap, robust, easy to transport, easy to label, and hold a lot of data.

POD ???? <img src="/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />

It's a new concept in storage units, Pod being a brand name. The Pods are basically custom designed small steel shipping containers (marine plywood interior), that the company delivers to your house or business, you fill it up, and then they pick it up and store it in their facility. Unlike the usual storage businesses here that let you drive into their storage yard, and access your storage unit by rolling up the overhead door to it, they can store the Pods packed closer together, and on multiple levels, in an indoor facility. The downside is that you must request the Pod to be delivered to your home or business when you want it. I think they also move the Pods across country for you (for a fee, of course). The Pods are designed and made by them, and are 8 x 8 x 12 or 16 feet long. See www.pods.com
..............marantz

thanks !

A remote storage unit is a good idea, as is storing goods at a relatives. ( and maybe you can store their gear at your place.)

tro

Good idea. I'd add some low tech photocopies in plastic as well --id's, bank info, insurance, phone numbers, etc.

Dvd's require a computer to access them, and a computer requires power.

TRO

Can't we simply store relatives in the pod, and use thier place as a bug out point? *tries to look innocent* <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />

you mean, "mother in law" kind of relatives ??? <img src="/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

lol -- thanks