I was thinking earlier about what Jeanette Isabelle talked about in watching wight in your EDC... I mentioned several items I carry all the time but didn't even think of Montanero's point about eyes, feet & hands. I usually am in 'high top' boots, wear glasses but can function well without them except for reading and always have gloves at hand (ok, pun intended). With that, I just didn't think of it.

The upshot is: Think through the classic who, what, where, when, why & how to give yourself a clear picture of the stuff you carry or think you should have. I'm saying to really, really think about it, customize it, work with it, and be realistic. The more (keep quality and reality in mind) multi-function elements you have can be good but don't go with only that. It's like the old saw about having a side arm to fight you way to your rifle so you can fight you way to the crew serviced weapon/vehicle.

Paul -