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#211333 - 11/15/10 03:25 AM Re: Waterproof PSK [Re: falcon5000]
falcon5000 Offline
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Thanks ireckon,the dice bag looks interesting. Sure wouldn't hurt putting it into it. It would make it less conspicuous if you had to take it out, also it may be even good for mirrors or optics depending on the material.

TeacherRO, Some of the Tupperware that has the locks and seals may work but they utilize to much space for what I am after. They are great for protecting things in a pack or so forth but consume up a lot of space. I am constantly working to make my BOB and PSK the smallest and most equipment for space. Still haven't conquered reducing weight but making progress in reducing size.
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#211713 - 11/21/10 10:11 PM Re: Waterproof PSK [Re: falcon5000]
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Regarding your Aquapac kit, I'd leave outside anything that doesn't need waterproofing at all. Then, I'd use a suitable bag (maybe a dice bag) to carry the Aquapac and the stuff outside of the Aquapac. Items from your kit that I wouldn't put inside the Aquapac include at least the following:

-tweezers
-toenail clippers
-ferro rod
-magnesium
-striker
-mirror
-whistle
-fishing kit
-vacuum sealed cotton balls
-magnifier
-needle
-scalpel

In particular, I would want the whistle and the mirror to be quick access. Inside the Aquapac, I'd include the following from your kit:

-peanut lighter
-extra lighter fluid
-battery
-flashlight
-compass
-USB flash drive
-paper
-pen/pencil

I realize this changes the dynamics of things. However, it's still "one pack" because of the outer dice bag (or whatever). At that point, I may even go for a waterproof container that's smaller than the Aquapac.

I currently have a neck kit for when I go play in the snow, but I doubt you'd learn anything from it. I'll take pics when I think I have something worthwhile to share.
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#211728 - 11/22/10 12:18 AM Re: Waterproof PSK [Re: ireckon]
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Good advice ireckon, one bad thing about me if I did that, then I would start adding more things in that new space (dice bag). Then the kit would start growing more and I'd be back into a bigger PSK or fanny pack. I have a bad tendency to do that with my BOB as well by adding things here and there that end up weighing my packs down and becoming to bulky. By keeping everything in the aquapack it forces me to stay within that space no matter what, letting me keep critical and items I use a lot everyday. It fits well in a front pocket or cargo pocket and it keeps the basics. I am always opening to ideas and if you get time, I'd like to see your kit as well. I would like to get that smaller mirror like Izzy has but I can't find them anywhere for sale except in the kit and I am not going to buy a kit for the mirror. I'm thinking about putting a condom in there with water tablets for a water container and purification. I'm still trying to work within that space model cramming as much as I can for space and keeping the integrity of the container together.
Thanks
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#211786 - 11/22/10 08:33 PM Re: Waterproof PSK [Re: falcon5000]
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When I go play in the snow, I feel like fire starting is important enough for me to dedicate a separate kit to it. Here is a fire starting kit that I'm confident I can use to start a fire even after falling in water in freezing conditions. In that sense, it's waterproof.

http://forums.equipped.org/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=211780#Post211780
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#211796 - 11/22/10 11:38 PM Re: Waterproof PSK [Re: ireckon]
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That's cool, where do you keep the big container that houses your kit? Do you use cargo pockets or a small pouch or pack?
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#211803 - 11/23/10 12:44 AM Re: Waterproof PSK [Re: falcon5000]
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I'll keep that kit in a jacket pocket. It's for playing in the snow. I used to go snowboarding with no survival thoughts in mind. Now, I'm starting to take bigger risks. So, I need to get more serious about survival gear when I go snowboarding, snowmobiling, etc. I wouldn't need something that big for everyday camping or whatever. By the way, I bought that Mg/ferro rod after seeing your kit, thanks.
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#211826 - 11/23/10 12:55 PM Re: Waterproof PSK [Re: ireckon]
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Gotcha, I stuff my coat pockets well if I go snow skiing of hiking in snow.I'm glad you found something in the kit you can use, when I ski I always carry a fast find 210
http://www.rei.com/product/791972 which fits perfect in the pockets or jacket. It's a great last ditch tool in case you break a leg, arm or whatever. You may want to add that later if you don't have a PLB if you snow board off the trail down the mountain at night when no one can hear you. Anyway, I may look into candles as well, I like the idea to keep a fire going for longer periods of time if no tinder or firewood is around.
Thanks
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