#71757 - 08/22/06 06:20 AM
MY TRAIL PACK / TAKE A LOOK
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Registered: 07/20/04
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I live in an arid region (very warm temps both day and night, little rain) and spend time running/hiking trails for fitness. My one over ridding concern is slipping and twisting an ankle or knee. The trails are somewhat isolated. But, should something happen if I set tight within 12 hours or so I’m sure to see someone else on the trail. No cell phone service in the area. So, below is listed the contents of the pack I carry on my runs, just in case. fixed blade knife utility knife swiss tool mini bic ferro-rod, band aids pain reliever antihistamine jet scream whistle star flash mirror large, orange heavy duty space blanket small garbage bag micro light orange poncho 24 oz bottle compass 24” para cord bandana 70 oz hydration sleeve What do you think? What would you change? Thanks, -S
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#71759 - 08/22/06 09:33 AM
Re: MY TRAIL PACK / TAKE A LOOK
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Old Hand
Registered: 03/18/06
Posts: 1032
Loc: The Netherlands
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A few suggestions:
HD aluminium foil, stainless steel wire, sewing kit, tinder, if nessicary: water filter/tabs, chap-stick, sunscreen, insect-reppelant, fresnel-lens, some food/snacks, shade-hat and a candle.
Also beef up your FAK: add a triangulair bandage and some adhesive tape.
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#71760 - 08/22/06 09:38 AM
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Pooh-Bah
Registered: 04/08/02
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i don't know how formiliar you are with the terrain, but it's always good to have a map and compass with you.
Ferrosium rod and a bic are good, but they are better with some tinder.
Edited by PC2K (08/22/06 10:09 AM)
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#71761 - 08/22/06 09:39 AM
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Old Hand
Registered: 03/18/06
Posts: 1032
Loc: The Netherlands
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Map <img src="/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />
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#71762 - 08/22/06 11:24 AM
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Journeyman
Registered: 08/17/06
Posts: 91
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That utility knife looks like a Camillus Camp Knife. Good in its day, and useful, but heavy by modern standards. And, as someone mentioned, redundant with the Swiss Tool. I'd get rid of it.
I'll second adding a map. And maybe a headlamp. The micro light could use some backup.
Kevin B.
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#71763 - 08/22/06 11:59 AM
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Addict
Registered: 09/16/04
Posts: 577
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My one over ridding concern is slipping and twisting an ankle or knee. I would suggest bringing a couple of instant chemical ice packs and a wrap.
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#71764 - 08/22/06 12:01 PM
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Veteran
Registered: 03/31/06
Posts: 1355
Loc: United Kingdom.
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I would bin most of that gear in faviour of extra water. From what you are saying dehyration is your most serious problem. Keep the mirror, multitool, head torch and lighter. You also seem to be very concerned about a twisted/busted ankle or leg, so add a SamSplint and a hiking stick that can double as a crutch.
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#71765 - 08/22/06 12:09 PM
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Veteran
Registered: 03/31/06
Posts: 1355
Loc: United Kingdom.
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No because some of the most useful tools are duplicated on the SAK & the Multitool - which is good. The fixed blade knife will, as a general rule, take more abuse than any folder.
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#71766 - 08/22/06 03:18 PM
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Geezer
Registered: 06/02/06
Posts: 5357
Loc: SOCAL
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I still have mine and it still sucks. Won't take or hold an edge. I never carry mine, too many better alternatives.
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