Hey guys,

I am interested in hearing what some members of the community do to work around restrictions placed upon them by different atmospheres. Within reasonable guidelines, I could use some advice on how to improve my EDC to be able to stay as prepared for anything as possible. To skip that one post in every thread that asks for more specific situations to prepare for, let's say I want to prepare for bad weather typical of the midwest and east coast, and personal defense issues. Let's take it further and say in an urban or suburban environment.

Going to school and working a part time job means that I cannot CCW most of the time, not sure about restrictions of folding knives, but I generally keep them out of the workplace. I carry a Surefire LED in my pocket, and have spare batteries in the car. Wallet with identification and small paper cash always stays with me, as well as my key chain. I carry a lighter, though I do not smoke (have gotten some questions about that). I usually carry a backpack loaded with books/spare clothes, but I can always jam more crap into it. I have considered carrying OC spray, but decided against it as I have been sprayed with it before and Im not willing to trust my lifeon those effects stopping a baddie, therefore I won't even carry it.

I do have a vehicle where I can store stuff, such as food and water, but for the times when I am not able to get to my car, what else should I be carrying? Thanks!