(2014) How To Build A Survival Kit With A Condor VA7 Pack Insert - Preparedmind101

[@aaron1dodger]

That lay out is gorgeous. Something about survival gear well organized makes me happy

[@LorddOfChaoss]

Fully agreed. I might change some of the contents based on my specific skillset/desires, but a well organized system is a happy system!

[@gregchewie3059]

Nice video. Very informative. It was made almost ten yrs ago as today is 22 June 2024. Would be great to see a ten year follow-up!!!

[@fffreddie]

Great info. Here's a small tip on packaged hand wipes and alcohol wipes. There is a shelf life on those little suckers. They have a tendency to dry out. You can't just store them and forget about them. It all depends on how they are packaged and stored. I live in southern Arizona and keeping it in your car will dry everything out. The temperature in the car is higher than the outside temperature and worse in the trunk. The heat also does a number on those sanitary gloves. It may not be as bad in cooler climates but you have to be viligant on inspecting/replacing the items in the kit. Batteries can also corrode and trash your flash light. New sealed bottles of iodine and other consumables will dry out, leak or go stale. This is all from personal experience. LOL Be viligant on your kits. Inspect them weekly, bi-weekly or monthly.

[@anoren4480]

AWESOME video! And I don't say this lightly. Your closing statement is probably the best advice ever for people in general; applies to life in general. I teach classes for decades.

[@allmagicguy]

I love watching videos like this. You can tell people's knowledge levels in certain areas. It certainly illustrates" the saying the more you know the less you need." The best part of this video is that you don't have 15 knives in your kit. Nothing shows a novice like carrying to many knives. Good job!

[@808bAler]

Four and a half years later and this is still relevant. Awesome!

[@01nabokov]

..this is the first video of this kind I've watched (perhaps because i live in the UK & we are not so minded in prepping/ survival?!) but just wanted to say, thanks for the good advice )) ..I admire your humility and honesty ..I definitely feel more encouraged after watching this ..your a top bloke! )) ..once again, many thanks ))

[@oOcitizenOo]

Really liked the modularity of this kit. But what i loved more is the way you planned how to pack all the stuff. Being a newbie, watching this kind of set is very important for me. Thnx for this. The only thing to do now is to save money and buy all the gear.

[@alanbrown2135]

shower curtain liner is thicker and only $1 at dollar tree.Great back up tarp and or floor for tarp.

[@highonimmi]

love this...im looking at getting one for my outdoor cooking....great for popping it in the car or motorcycle pack for a trip...put in in the backpack for a hike...fishing...what have you. the key to this is kit is "whatever i want for where i want and when i want it." i wont be building anything for others but for me. cooking kit, medical kit, motorcycle repair kit...the uses are endless.

[@ViolentKisses87]

I must be really sleepy right now because I am hypnotized by your mirrored sunglasses. I can barely stop looking at them.

[@earlelzy7243]

I love it. You can see everything you need without looking for it. 5c or 10c and then some. Good to go. Outstanding kit that also leaves room in your pack for food and clothing and shelter.

[@jeredsyn1964]

I loved the gear but I loved what you talked about toward the end. I was really overwhelmed by how much there is to this prepping and survival stuff because I was watching a lot of "James Yeager" kind of stuff. I'm turning 50 next week and I have a bad back and a big belly, I can't go through boot camp....again.

[@benyoung7715]

I am retired Army SF and the concept of "train to your gear" is absolutely correct. Having the right equipment is one thing... knowing how to properly use it is entirely different. I've spent a great deal of time rock climbing, white water kayaking, mountaineering and the bottom line is field test, field test, field test. Knowing your gear will instill confidence to survive! It will actually make a survival situation fun, and something to talk about around a campfire years from now.

[@jackwalsh1468]

Chris, I have learned so much from the varied content videos on KZbin. Equipment, medical, knifes, etc. Having purchased, packed, practiced, modified and hybridized. My entire EDC, BOB and INCH gear. Based largely in part, based upon these videos. Such as this one. Please, continue these type of videos. They're more valuable than many people, give you and your collective cohorts credit for. Kudos to you, the prepper, survival and hacker community. With that said. One must research and vet any information, gleaned from any video source. Again, keep up the good work. Jack

[@preparedmind101]

Waiting for someone to start preaching. I know it's coming. Any (and every) time a video showing one example out of thousands of a way to make a kit, someone will be along shortly to educate everyone on the RIGHT way to do it. Remember that the right way can only be determined by YOU: Your skill level, physical fitness level, environmental risk factors, location, intended use of kit (in pack/on body/in car/etc), ALL make a difference.

[@artierodriguez8334]

Dunno why you pay any attention to those people. Opinions, Its like a belly-button; everyone has one. Look, you do great video reviews and you know your stuff within your area of expertise. Although I think you get too distracted with your surroundings and all of their noise, LOL Keep bringing in these videos you make, I've learned plenty from watching your reviews. I happen to like this bag review and how you chose the items that are in it. I didn't see any way to attach this bag to anything; does it have any attachment points? Thanks again for your reviews

[@andylundberg2932]

Does it fit in the haversack? Just wondering if that would be a good pairing?

[@preparedmind101]

Artie Rodriguez that's not just me. It's any survival kit video regardless if who made the video.

[@preparedmind101]

Andy Lundberg too tall for the Hidden Woodsmen Haversack

[@CommonCentsOutdoorsman]

Your presentation was just fine Chris. Please enjoy relaxing when it comes to comments that bug you. It's no big deal and all in fun. Goosfraba!

[@matthewbrown6163]

G'day from Sydney, Australia. You repeat the word "ACCESS" often & you are spot on the mark as all the kit to have is great until you cannot access it when you need it. I have now purchased the 2018 nylon version of the old USA Vietnam War medics pack. This opens up to a foldout pack - easy to see access to long range medical needs. I can clearly see the contents & could additional items as tropical or cold weather items, Access to your kit is priority one to survive !!!

[@SoCalDaveL]

Chris - you just changed my whole approach to assembling my kit. I'm going to have to pick up one of these and can easily throw it in a non-descript backpack in my car allowing me be highly organized with my kit while not coming across as tactical. Thank you. Great vid.

[@johnlatimer708]

Had one of these for awhile now they are very versatile! I am glad to see a video with someone else using it! Now I see where some changes can be made in mine! Thanks for the great video!

[@danofiremano]

I totally agree with you about knowing your gear and just going out and learning it, even short bursts (ie: an overnight[s], etc...) will build your skill set that can be expanded beyond your kit. My friends and I take a day using what we already know and trying out new skills while learning from each other. Our kits are very similar, but not exactly the same because we have some skills the other one may not have. Nice load-out btw Chris!

[@PrettyboyPrepper]

First of all nice pack and excellent pack. Secondly, thank you for giving viewers those encouraging words at the end, your channel ROCKS!

[@roberttipps6008]

I like the organization of that pack insert, beats the "everything in one pocket" method, i always have to pull a couple of things out of the way to get to what I am needing. I love it when you are done with a video on the content described, and you get on your "soap box" and preach to us for 6 mins at the end of the video!! :) you made some good points, Good video as always.

[@shaunnicholson5389]

Love your work buddy. Been following you for a while now and love my watch which I took your lead on and I see you are still wearing. Just ordered this Condor VA7 pack as it is so versatile and really tidies up my pack. Many thanks and keep on posting videos. Cheers from New Zealand!

[@sniperforce34]

I ended up purchasing the condor va7 after watching this video, which I found this set up very helpful for my pack. The pack I use is the MAR.PAT. ASSAULT PACK. Because it has no pockets and I got tired of carrying a box for this and a box for that.. so after seeing how you set this product up I had to go and purchase this item so I could do the same. It was helpful and works quite. Well! Thanx!

[@1Gwakie]

Packing Those Multivitamins is genius! Compact, light and hardly takes up any room. definitely going to pack some in my kit. thanks for the Tip.

[@r.mercado9737]

From a Combat Veteran, I must say, you are spot on and I that!

[@scottmull5036]

I really like what you had to say at the end of this video about beginners and knowing your gear. Spot on in my opinion... The kit was great too!

[@MFD00MTR33]

That ronson lighter is the best torch I ever used. Ive had one for 3 years now, just quit smoking a month or so ago but its been used heavily and its still going. Most torch lighters either the piezzo stops making sparks or they start leaking but this one is going strong. I bought 3 more a while ago since I liked it so much but im still using the first one. Best part is its under 5 bucks and I got them at walgreens and most of them have it so anyone can get one. Great video chris.

[@indianabushcraftwoodsman7414]

Thanks Chris for this video. I'm an organize freak and this organizer makes so much sense to me. I feel if you have something like this. All your pertinent stuff is all in one place. Plus easy access. Thanks again my friend. Kevin

[@FeArhsma21]

Dude that was awsome! I took it to heart, my dad was also in the navy had me in boy scouts took me camping, hunting, fishing, so i don't tell anyone that they have to do something but, just do the best you can with what you have and with your current budget.. Just remember no one person is perfect and everyone even the guy that thinks he is best prepared will miss something! A+ Video

[@robinbuote2150]

Thank you for an excellent video and also addressing the fact that everyone isn't a pro and may not be able to afford special training. It is very intimidating when you are just starting out. Much respect and thank you :)

[@robertrandin9568]

That is one great safety backpack I have one similar to yours for emergencies and one thing that really works for me is I made a waterproof paper that has a list of everything I keep in it because we carry so much stuff in that backpack that we kind of forget what we have so it's an idea for you

[@MysterPynk]

Loved seeing this kit. Would love to see how your RapDom T3111 turns out after you lighten and where it settles after revised.

[@stevescott8060]

My Friend had no Training, I have had Training, my Friend and I love training. I too never go anywhere without Ms.J. It is not easy, but it can be made easier. When people refer to us as experts in the field, we reply Yes and it's because we learn new things almost every time we are in the field , we consider it the highest honor to have such skills and abilities, and it takes a lot longer than a few Courses although that also is a good idea. KZbin and the suggestions made in this video presentation are excellent and a good example of how to put an upgrade or two to the good ol survival kit. Always acknowledge when I learn something new, or I am reminded of something, Yeah, have to check the batteries Thanks.

[@aaaaaa69420]

Cool thing about having everything all neat and compartmentalized like that is the psychological aspect; if you're under pressure in a survival situation, it seems like it would minimize stress/mental strain to have everything laid out and organized that way.

[@Wyrmnacht]

Great video man! You are absolutely right too, kit building is all about the individual needs of the person using them. There IS no right way, only YOUR way. I like your way since this kit looks a lot like the one I keep on my backpack.

[@Iridium242]

I like that.. would be great for the back of the drivers seat of my vehicle. Very cool. May have to pick one up next gun show, we have a huge condor distributor here at the shows. Thanks for the vid and the news about this!

[@PrepperPotpourri]

I like how everything is so accessible instead of digging around in a pack.

[@Robert31352]

I have watched your videos many times, but it was the last part of this video that moved me to subscribe. I agree with you 100% on the learning to use the kit mentality. I get tired of so many saying that you have to go to this school or that school. They act like this is rocket science. As a retired civil engineer, I think it is more difficult on how to build a ten story building that does not fall down and kill someone than how to pitch a tent or tarp or for that matter start a fire. In my opinion, we have it built in our ancestry that survival skills can be learned a hell of a lot faster than the theory of relativity. Now do I think Dave Canterbury, and Rob with sigma three are smart, you damn right I do. They are who I would want to be with in a crises.

[@kk5sc]

Chris - thanks for sharing this - this will work great for moving a go-kit from my truck, to my backpack, to my saddle bag on the ATV - instead of replicating kits on all....

[@derekpetifurd9290]

The tarp clips are neat and small, but I always did the poor man's tarp trick. Take a rock or piece of stick (walnuts work the best if you can find them), place it in the tarp where you want to hold it down, then wrap your cord around the rock and tie it wherever.

[@derekpetifurd9290]

*hickory maybe? Round and green, then black. And they split in half, so you get 2 for 1.

[@patriotprepper6915]

Nice idea and great setup. Yes, there are a gazillion ways to build a kit, but it's awesome seeing other ideas and broadening the mind. Keep up the good work brother. Bu the way, you got me hooked on those LA Police gear cargo pants. I ordered on pair and then ordered four more pairs.

[@Grizzly907LA]

Thanks for the message. Moving to a rural area from Commiefornia. Looking forward to getting outdoors and building some kits. Fellow Navy veteran here!

[@servicedogchopper7613]

That solar phone charger is damn handy! First thing I bought after hurricane Irma and it's what I keep on myself or my service dog at all times! I now have 5 battery banks but that one is always on me or my service dog at all times. Now, going to look for that water proof case!

[@jmartin4396]

First time I've seen this product. I have to get one now. Thanks Chris. Great ideas here. Love your videos, both the content and the attitude in the presentation.

[@AriellaKK]

This is the kind of video that made me subscribe to your channel. I am thrilled with this one, and you knocked it outta the park.

[@JimmyD_C172]

Hey Chris, this is like the fourth or fifth time I've watched this video over the years. For me it holds up. My issue has always been the organization of stuff. I'm thinking of getting one of these now that I have a backpack (Karrimor SF Predator 80-120). Thanks for the video and keeping it on YT. Jim

[@smokeymountainrain]

Well said man, and thank u for ur service to our country. I was raised by a marine, (i was stupid enough to drop outa highschool, get married, and for a while became an outlaw, which prevented me from being the marine i wanted to be), but before that,i told granpa how bad i wanted to join, and started training as a kid, which is the training that based alot of the few skills i have now, also, im now a christian family man, but before, when i hadd legal trouble and was a fugitive for 5 years, i spent 7-8 months a year in the appalacian mtns, id get dropped off with my tent, "survival pack",and my black german shepherd, we had some times up there. Point being, ive always been low income, im that guy, the one that has to buy one thing at a time, usually what ever i deem to be the most important at the time compared to where i want to be, but ive had life lessons in the feild that have inspired me to buy this or that for my bag configuration over the years, liked the video, im gonna invest in this myself, tired of digging when i go out now and tthen to keep myself fresh on know how

[@treadmarsh1094]

Something else to consider for new people learning is just go out and take a hike on an established trail in the forest and take your gear with you. Open the bag or whatever you carry and look at everything you have. Will it work if you were to fall and brake your leg? or something like that where you are not getting back out very quickly? Also, we all started somewhere. Even the most experienced prepper/survivalists had no idea until they put their gear in a bag and carried it with them. Thanks for sharing, I like your kit design.

[@cruddycamping9274]

You could add the Firebox Nano stove and the Bear Bowl pot. Great kit Chris!

[@docholiday8298]

Hey brother, i highly enjoyed your vid. I love packs that allow customization through organization. Condor and maxpedition seem to keep that in mind when engineering their packs. I have a buddy who is just "coming around" to the idea of preparedness and the other day he asked me, " ok bro i have the bag, now what do i need to put in it?" I informed him of the 5 essentials but had a really hard time specifying exactly what to get. Even after going to the surplus with him i still felt a little lost instructing him what to get. Your video is the perfect solution boss. Thankyou for posting this, a great help. I really like how humble you are about this issue as well. Keep it up.

[@ChrisLee-UK]

Great kit, and as others have said - great comments at the end. I am a trained Medic and carry an extensive medical kit but I have also learned how to use (correctly) everything else I have. Do the best you can to be the best you can be. Thanks for another excellent video Chris :)

[@MrWmburr7]

A modular insert is a novel idea. Thanks, Chris.

[@jamesreid7170]

i found your little speech at the end very inspiering and u made me understand that money dosnt buy the best kit

[@mustangbaldwin]

The third use for the dry bag 9:44 is if you fill it with air roll the open the end shut and buckle it you got a pillow/floatation Device

[@greatnortoni]

I like the dry bag, multi use and something I haven't thought of. I'd like to make a similar kit! Thanks for the ideas.

[@bubbaspcgarage]

Thank you Chris for the encouragment. I am just starting out. I've watched hundreds, maybe even a thousand + videos, read many forums and threads. But sometimes it gets frustrating since I am on a very small budget.

[@MokuNui808]

I been looking at using a gear roll but this makes things more organized in a pack! Sweet!

[@silentmoto4596]

I do a lot of dual sport exploring and this is the perfect size for my bag and I have always carried a little survival kit but I always felt like i needed something else but just couldn't find the right set up and this is perfect..... what i did for training for survival or bushcrafting was i just got some dirt time i went from barely able to start a fire with a bic to making a fire with a bow drill set in about 3 months I learned everything from youtube and went and practiced it until it was perfect dirt time is the best way to advance your survival/bushcraft/camping training

[@tylerfletcher722]

I love your videos, they are always great and your reviews are to my view the best cause I have some of the gear you have and the review is always spot on. I fully support your vids and you have common sense, love your channel, I watch every vid

[@krudeddie]

I love looking at diffrent builds guys have for these survival kits and i think ive see over 100 or so builds and have made 3 kits myself and the one you have here is at the top of the list i think. You made me have to go back and rework mine. Nice job. I would add some bear str pepper spay thoe but thats me little extra protection from wild beasts or man couldnt hurt.

[@antonisk.3093]

This is by far, the best survival kit I have seen on KZbin so far, you should pack dryfood though👍

[@ReinhardvonHolst]

Brilliant summary at the end!. Peace from the UK.

[@cusernamed]

Love your videos/reviews man. I continue to be impressed that your knowledge about survival topics seems to grow with each video. Thank you for sharing your expertise with us.

[@preparedmind101]

I'd never use the word "expertise". I'm not special because I'm on KZbin, I'm just like everyone watching. We all have different levels of experience based on how long we've been doing it. But thank you.

[@wolfman011000]

Very nice kit well thought out and layed out logically, When saw the legstrap securing Jessica 1, my first thought was why not 2" webbing with quick release buckles and ladder sliders would allow you to make a belt to carry your knives or a shoulder strap to carry the kit easier, at a push a tourniquet. Instead of the scalpel blades have you considered a pack of 9mm snap off blades ? I have a 10pk of blades and a handle for them in my kit. Thank you for all your hard work thake care God Bless.

[@juliette5871]

Mr. Chris Thank You for your encouragement for those newbies like myself. I respect you and look forward to learning from you via videos, Facebook etc. Keep up the Great Work and preach on!! From a JarHead -- UUUH-Rahhh

[@timothytravis5276]

Great points. I help a few friends to start out on basic set up that does not cost an arm and leg. And dirt time can start in your back yard or on your back porch of your apartment. Just do it.

[@Soldier21Y]

Watch that lighter brother. I bought on a while back while at the wally world, she worked great for a while and now wont light to save my life. I enjoy cigars, and know what kind of fuel to use and it simply burns itself out... Just my .02. Nice videos, great ideas!

[@genoburgess6817]

This a very cool concept, would love it for a wall organizer

[@ronniee.6112]

I so agree with you some people might say crap, but like you said not everyone thinks the same. Know your gear is essential in my opinion also. Using your gear readily is very important. Thanks Chris.

[@martinwhipkey9343]

Great video- very helpful! I finally got my first Condor pack insert. It seems like a great product and I can't wait to load it up!

[@MABER_FETT]

very well thought out and put together kit, Thanks Chris.

[@Saya-fs1jo]

one of the best kits I've seen in a while, I'd change a little and be less spendy on cutlery lol. but seriously well done, that'd beba comfortable week in the woods, with little on body gear

[@carloberg6153]

Your an inspiration chris :) liked the modularity of this kit option and definitely picking up a drop cloth 7mm! And 9x12! Beats the 3mm drum liner

[@davidkline1441]

Great video and kit might want to add a small hand held ham radio

[@emmanuelmaldonado8202]

Hi , this bag looks great but I think is a little big, Do you know if is there a smaller bag of this kind?... Regards from Mexico, Your videos are really good!!

[@galenlong3106]

Great Video Chris. Really Appreciated what you said at the end of the video. The Organizational capabilities of that insert, I think would Make it just about Indispensable for keeping your gear neat and Organized. I might just have to pick one of these bad boys up.

[@guerrillaninja]

Bro screw the haters. When they start talking I instantly go la la la la la not listening. Your concept about gear and training is exactly what should be preached. Shalom.

[@codycan2495]

Very good info, Already picked up the Pack now in the process of setting up the inside. I have a question,, at 14:12 you call it 95Lb bank line. where can i find it. Ive searched for it and all I can find is much larger line, Nothing that small. Thank for the info and all the great videos, I love the depth of detail you bring up.

[@MrB-kv7qs]

awesome video I really enjoyed the last part way to go man awesome.everyone has different skill levels talents understanding and comprehension and I agree practice with what you have and know it well is the best advice I've seen anyone give! heavy thumbs up on this video:

[@joedixon5513]

I like having my gear organized. That video helped tremendously. Thanks buddy.

[@MyDaily808Life]

I love this. I’ve been looking for a roll up gear bag but this would work really really well.

[@LordRavenOrion]

As far as water crossing, looks like you have some room in the dry bag for any clothing you want to keep dry too.

[@jedver242]

Nice kit. Good organization. Might want to switch out the silk for nylon or monofilament of some sort. Less tissue reactivity, less chance of infection. Plus will last a lot longer both in use and in package. Thanks for sharing.

[@Kigai11]

Love the vids always informative, I live in an urban area so my edc and care kit is a little different but I take bits and pieces from all your vids and use it for my kits. Thanks to your review of the of the tops knives B.O.B I picked one up, it is one hell of a knife.

[@brevman71]

Hi there, could you pls. tell me which type of knot is used of the paracord lanyard you are wearing around your neck in this video - looks great. Many thanks. Greetings from Austria

[@Davidcorner111]

this is the best survival kit i have seen, i have only one suggestion a Samsung Galaxy s4 spare battery

[@rickfoley5596]

Great kit I need to get one for myself because since I started making my kit this last year I found that it has allready grown so big that I sometimes take it out of the car because I need the space. We all know that a kit at home is no kit at all.

[@305ssmonte5]

Awesome video Chris.I like what you said at the end,and the kit is very cool.

[@antonioderosa8353]

Good video bud keep it up cuz I'm in the process of making my bob and have some trouble so need all the info and ideas I can get thank u

[@jeffreyyeip1915]

Another great video Chris. have you thought about using the Kindle app on your S4 to download E books on edible and medicinal plants? I don't know what's available but I to have an S4 and have thought of doing that. nothing beats training but it always helps to have info you can fall back on.

[@jasobones7093]

Great kit... Good info. Thanks for this, I've been considering one of those condor pack inserts for a while. I'm sold now!

[@rchurley4484]

Good set up Chris ! To each there own system

[@richardwilliams4910]

thanks for all the hard work you put into your educational vids, i've learned alot!. i bought the va7 for use a a med kit, haven't received it yet, but looking forward to putting it together once i do.

[@evoneEVOLUTION]

thumbs up for that closing speech chris. heart felt

[@Wingman115]

Sweet looking kit. Great idea. Thanks for sharing Chris.

[@williamservice8145]

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[@MrRiley851]

i've found that you can stick a few safety pins in between bigger sections of velcro.

[@troybrenhaug2005]

this is fairly large, but it also gives several ways for each need to achieve the goal. fire, food, shelter ect ect. my personal add would be orange, red or pink paracord instead of dark colors. also the cord that has fishing line in it. a few fish hooks. the pink cordage can be used as a lure. overall I would be super happy with this. I would know I'm set. thank you!

[@victorj.martinez6019]

Good job Chris! Keep it up, any information is better than none!

[@troutbumhobo]

I love the baby triffids on his head adding to his camo ...