2024 Urban Apartment Bug Out Bag

[@urbanknifeguy]

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[@DracoWolfsbane]

I think lockpicks are a good inclusion for Urban survival. Would also swap out the case of cable fittings for a Rolling Square Incharge X, its smaller, lighter, has all you need with faster transfer speed as well. The Fresnal lens was also a great suggestion. Maybe i missed it, but an army style can opener would also be very useful.

[@urbanknifeguy]

Lock picks are great... if you know how to use them. At this point, I am only practised in tumbler locks. Maybe for the 2025 edition! Yes, the Leatherman Signal has a can opener.

[@leojoseph6385]

Great kit and shows you put much thought and analysis into setting it up for your situation! I didn’t see a cotton bandana in the kit even though you have at least one backup for the other 9 C’s of survival. You spent good money to have a reliable ladder setup, now you need a solution on how to retrieve it once you’re at the bottom….if you need to reuse it to escape the building.

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thank you very much! I have not figured out a system yet but I will!

[@leejohnson8095]

Omg!!! Hi urban knife guy!!!!!! Your channel is excellent, thank you!!

[@leejohnson8095]

I am afraid I missed the name of the bag.. it’s grey man and I love the dedicated med kit that folds open. No other pouches needed.

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks so much! Glad to have you on board!

[@urbanknifeguy]

This is an "unbranded" pack. There are manufacturers in Malaysia and Indonesia who make good quality packs for the domestic market. And this is one of them bought from the local marketplace. Unfortunately not available outside of the country. Sorry!

[@DavidPerkins-v5u]

I love your videos!!!!!!! I really enjoy the information you provide and I do learn a bit and I appreciate you. Thank you..

[@urbanknifeguy]

You are welcome and thank you so much! Thanks for your support!

[@Mark-u2b3f]

Really enjoy all your posts..ive collected many of the swiss army knives and multi tools over the years. Plus packs and bushcraft tools. Have a great new year to come from Australia 👍

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks so much! We have a lot in common. Happy New Year!

[@valerieharold2205]

Name of the bag???

[@fnurbz]

1 thing maybe, a4 sized fresnel lens for fire starting. Low cost low weight amd starts a fire with your sun

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks for your suggestion!

[@TimothyLipinski]

the Fresnel lens is great to read the micro print for the how to ! ! ! tjl

[@jeffanon1772]

During my years as a L.E.O. an EMT-B & a volunteer with the American Red Cross, I've seen hazmat evacuations, tornados, apartment fires, & assorted other disasters that could force bugging out in an urban environment... What I've never ever seen is anyone stop & build a campfire. Could someone PLEASE explain the obsession preppers have with carrying 5 different knives & 14 different ways to start a fire???? Even in a wilderness big out...which isn't actually feasible in the long term....most BOB's display radical overkill on knives & fire starters.

[@jjp0707]

Hi! JC. Great video. Awesome kit. Have a wonderful New Year.

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks, you too! Happy New Year!

[@jerrykirsch2597]

How many feet of para cord and kevlar thread do you have in your emergency tool kit?

[@ResiliencePreparedness]

Loved the idea of the nylon ladder. Curious though, you had contacts, but no spare case with solution or spare set of glasses?? Thanks for some of the good ideas!

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks! I technically don't need the lens or glasses to survive. And if I do wear the lens, I only need it for one eye. I don't have spare glasses 😅

[@georgeg7840]

Nice BOB setup, i’m sure it is appropriate for your climate, i’m in Montreal, Canada so we get ‘real winters’ and my BOB is setup accordingly… Suggestion for a separate video: a ‘pocket stuffers bag’ to keep with your BOB which has inexpensive items you may want to use immediately or put in your pockets for later use then abandon/ditch whatever is not needed. I’m thinking of things such as a dollar store emergency poncho, chemlight/lightstick, hardware store gloves and safety glasses, single public transit ticket, protein bar, ear plugs, cheap pry bar and anything else you may need in short order if you have to run out quickly with your bug out bag.

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks. Great suggestions. Will keep them in mind as the bag evovles.

[@davidcarothers3311]

Great Video! Thanks, Friend!! 😊😊

[@urbanknifeguy]

@@davidcarothers3311 thank you for watching!

[@RonLarhz]

yea, this one is better. more well rounded. btw, where did you buy the life straw? is it expensive?

[@urbanknifeguy]

Its not a life straw but a Sawyer Mini filter. I bought from SG outdoor gear store through Shopee. shp.ee/9s7ogm9

[@RonLarhz]

@@urbanknifeguy thks

[@dutchvanderbilt9969]

I would consider dropping and that folding knife since if you have a good multi-tool and a good fixed blade knife then that should take care of all your tool related needs as well as the need for a primary and a secondary cutting implement. Also as a guy who scout carries a fixed blade everyday depending on what you wear you can actually hide a scout carry fixed blade quite easily and effectively. I would also suggest having a good shemagh in there just for the hell of it. Even though it's not a necessity it is very useful and it can be used for a variety of different things. And if I missed it I apologize but some duct tape as well. specifically a to go roll of gorilla tape. And I do have to ask what are the odds that you'll actually end up getting to or needing to use that ladder you have?

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks for your suggestions! I've never needed to use the ladder and thankfully, I have not needed to use the BOB at all.

[@gazfm9422]

All the best for the new year - love your videos - nice to see you JC 🔪👍

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks and Happy New Year!

[@jerrykirsch2597]

Where did you purchase your small red first aid pouch?

[@urbanknifeguy]

It was from a local dealer in Malaysia. Probably not available to overseas customers. However, here is something similar in AliEpxress www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007048660267.html

[@Olyphoto7]

This finally showed up in my feed, or I somehow missed it. Glad to see you. Your bag is well thought out and comprehensive. You may want to have purification tablets in your small kit. I’m still trying to balance what items to keep with a go bag that I would want to pocket immediately vs what should stay in the bag. I think realistically for most people that fire, flood, or earthquake would be the most likely scenario for bugging out. I recently thought about adding a few cans of energy drinks to my bag for morale and a quick shot of energy. Also the cans could be useful to make an alcohol stove, candle lantern, small cooking vessel, you get the idea. About your respirator a pre-filter might be a useful addition especially if the main filters work for chemicals. Great content as always. Take care 😊

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks, yes I do have Puri Tabs in the red first aid pouch. I am also considering a separate food bag.

[@Olyphoto7]

@@urbanknifeguy I carry a hard sided container for snacks because I got tired of eating smashed energy bars.

[@urbanknifeguy]

@@Olyphoto7 I can relate 🤣🤣🤣

[@alvintan9053]

nice n cool Bug Out kit

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thank you!

[@aeno6012]

sirI like your bag, where did you buy it and what brand is it?

[@urbanknifeguy]

Unfortunately this is an unbranded bag made for the local market here in Malaysia. You would need to find somethjng similar.

[@TimothyLipinski]

Great Video and Info ! Remember "Sunglasses" for sunny days and high altitudes. Also for the Canteen Cup, they have a nesting Canteen Stove ! Will your Bag make it past the TSA ? Also good to carry is "green backs" (mugging money) and check points... Maybe a buss andtrain schedule. (sailboat ?) tjl

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks and thanks for the suggestions!

[@askerinho]

My inner scavenger gets really excited seeing all these bug out bag videos

[@urbanknifeguy]

Haha glad you liked it!

[@edc_victor]

You can use the triangular silcock wrench as a bit driver.

[@urbanknifeguy]

Great reminder! Thanks!

[@marvinperez3314]

Great survival BOB ! Thanks for sharing 😎 👍

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thank you!

[@madtownangler]

You should put a roll of electrical tape in your pack. Very small. If I needed to really make a run for the hills I have got most things in my deer hunting pack and my camping stuff in a waterproof sack. I have a plastic bucket that I can strap to my pack with already attached straps. I use this to sit on while deer hunting but I can fit a large jacket inside of it

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks for the suggestion and watching. Happy New Year!

[@catherine9646]

Name of the backpack or link? It’s a good pack!

[@urbanknifeguy]

Unfortunately this is an unbranded bag made for the local market here in Malaysia. You would need to find somethjng similar.

[@marvinperez3314]

Where can I get this bag with everything you showed included? I would like it for traveling

[@urbanknifeguy]

Unfortunately, this is an unbranded bag made for the local market in Malaysia. You would need to find something similar.

[@alimfuzzy]

I didn't see this any where, but just thought about it. What do you think of a small bag that you clip to the outside of your bag, that are only items that you would put on your person (e.g. in your pockets) like a lighter, paracord bracelet, gloves, automatic watch, if you don't normally wear one, etc. That way if youre in an emergency you don't have to search through your bag and know what to do first. Maybe even put a piece of candy or gum in there to remind you to stop, get your bearings and focus. Maybe have a container filled with water ( not the one you carry with you) for the same reason. Could even have a written check list of things to do and check before moving on.

[@urbanknifeguy]

I think an extra bag of essentials is good but I would cross body sling to the side or front. I think definitely worthy of exploring. I don't like clipping bags or gear too much as they tend to get caught especially for an urban BOB.

[@alimfuzzy]

@urbanknifeguy the clip isn't really for carrying its just there son that is on the front if the bag. The idea is that everything inside would go on your person or used before leaving. It wouldn't travel with you.

[@urbanknifeguy]

@@alimfuzzyAre you saying it is part of the BOB and just for easy access for essentials, or in the event you have to ditch the BOB?

[@alimfuzzy]

@@urbanknifeguy easy access for on person essentials and also taking a second to gather your thoughts so you're not panicking. Attach it to the outside of your BOB so it's easy to access and a visual reminder.

[@urbanknifeguy]

@alimfuzzy Got you. So I would go with a small bag that is clipped to the BOB but it would have a strap. But in the event of a bug out, I would unclip and sling it after putting on the pack.

[@mokoarlyana1481]

The hips are the best part of the body for carrying weight. Get a bag with a nice sturdy padded waist belt and use shoulder straps for steading the load and your back will thank you.

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks! The only reason why I didn't get a bag with a waist belt is that I have a separate Bushcraft Survival Belt that I would likely grab if I bugout. Hence the weight is kept to 10 to 12kg.

[@mokoarlyana1481]

@@urbanknifeguy can you attach your bag to the Survival Belt?

[@urbanknifeguy]

@mokoarlyana1481 Might be possible rig it since it is a compact belt with molle. If not the bag would also sit on my back pouch which is Scout carried. So that alleviates weight too.

[@EZ_Case]

Thank you for posting this. I appreciate your content! I might have missed it but what kind of pack is that? I’m having a hard time finding one for the job. I did purchase a 5.11 rush 24 2.0 but I need another pack and I’d like to get something different.

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks for watching! Unfortunately, this is an unbranded pack locally made in Malaysia and available to the domestic market only. I got it when I was in Malaysia. I suggest looking for quality travel backpacks with dedicated shoe compartments.

[@EZ_Case]

@@urbanknifeguythank you for responding. Love the shoe compartment. Separating by purpose in ziplock bags is a great idea. Did you vacuum seal everything?

[@urbanknifeguy]

@@EZ_Case No, I did not vacuum seal anything. It is an option if you need to save space but not needed for my case.

[@Hiddeninthineheart]

Where did you get the ladder?

[@urbanknifeguy]

Aliexpress. Search for Emergency Ladder

[@Hiddeninthineheart]

@@urbanknifeguy Thanks

[@coyote4936]

Did you get the canteen with the cup and bag as one purchase? Or separate? If together where did you buy it? Thanks

[@urbanknifeguy]

Check Aliexpress. I can't remember which store I bought from but here is an example - Outdoor Canteen Cookware Set Canteen Cup Portable Water Bottle With Grab Handle Cup For Outdoor Camping Hiking a.aliexpress.com/_oEUpQlW

[@TheLiamxjx]

What bag are you using ?

[@urbanknifeguy]

It's an unbranded bag made in Malaysia for the local market so not readily available outside the country. You would need to look for something similar. Thanks!

[@deadWu]

Hey there, great video as always... It's nice to finally match a face with your voice.

[@urbanknifeguy]

Haha! Thank you!

[@SurvivalSavvvy]

Look at all that shiney gear.

[@urbanknifeguy]

I would have taken your comment seriously if you spelt "shiny" correctly.

[@SurvivalSavvvy]

@@urbanknifeguyspell check I hate it. hahahahaah. You have to agree everything in that pack is brand new. Come on be honest now.

[@urbanknifeguy]

@SurvivalSavvvy As a bugout for emergencies, I hope they stay as new as possible beyond testing for functionality.

[@SurvivalSavvvy]

@@urbanknifeguyDo you have 1 video showing you have taken it out and testing? If you do can you give me the link please.

[@urbanknifeguy]

@SurvivalSavvvy I don't have a video testing the whole bag as that doesn't really make sense, and I'm not sure what the purpose of that content is for. I have many videos of specific different items where applicable that have been shot that includes being out in the field. You can check out my playlists for that.

[@66meikou]

I'm glad you got rid of a bag with molle. People will target molle type bags. If that bag was a colour other than black it would be less noticeable. I like the look of the bag. Does it have a charging port on the one side, I couldn't figure out what I was seeing. I can see why you chose the signal as it had the hammer head which all other multi tools are missing. One suggestion to your tool kit would be to add a 100mm Knipex cobra grip plier or 150mm if it will fit. The cobra's grip tighter that anything you could grip with the Signal. Very good layout mate! Best wishes for 2024.

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks for thoughts and suggestion!

[@simplefieldcraft]

I think you’ll find it really doesn’t matter now days how tactical a bag looks. You will get targeted anyway because you have a bag that is carrying something. Just sit in a city centre and watch people and you’ll see loads of tactical looking bags. The grey man theory is for times of calm and you want to move through an area without bringing attention to yourself. If in disaster or civil unrest then everyone is on the move and no one is comparing what bag you have to what you may be possibly carrying in it. Just don’t wear military clothes normal civilian clothing will do.

[@mcrb1776]

I am curious how much the empty pack and pouches weigh?

[@urbanknifeguy]

I am not sure but if I were to guess. Just about 1kg or a little less.

[@SurvivingtheDaily]

Hey JC!! Happy new year!!

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks Jeremy! Happy New Year too!

[@simplefieldcraft]

I would say bin the ladders and replace with a rope. For the examples given a rope would be just as effective to climb up and down and can be retrieved easier. Also has multiple uses whereas the ladder is a single use only or possibly used as a casualty stretcher. Didn’t see a tourniquet would think about adding one be it a SOFT-T or CAT tq. Replace the wrecking bar with wire cutters if you need to access a building most have windows or glass doors easy to break in. Wire cutters get through chain link fence more stealthy to access a hide site. Bin the 3x3 tarp just use your poncho replace with a collapsible umbrella great for sudden tropical rain. Pack 6 bulldog clips. Used with the poncho and umbrella to make a low profile tunnel tent for stealthy camping. Umbrella can be used to gather clean rain water. Think about what is essential to cross load into pockets or have in a bum bag that can be grabbed if you need to ditch the main bag and run. Think can I run 5-10km carrying this 12kg bag? That’s all I can think of for now.

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks for your detailed and well thought out comments. Interestingly, we have very little chain link fences around for some reason. At least in this area or part of the city. Will upgrade the tourniquet. Umbrella is a good idea with multiple uses that I don't see mentioned. I have a bushcraft/ Survival Belt that will likely complement this kit. Thanks again.

[@dustya1982]

I just stumbled across your video what part of Southeast Asia I know some people in the US can learn from people frome that area of the world

[@urbanknifeguy]

Singapore, but living in both Malaysia and Singapore.

[@dustya1982]

@urbanknifeguy with everything going on in the world I would definitely stock up on prepps and as for your tourniquet if you get a cat tq put it in a pouch on the strap of your pack

[@urbanknifeguy]

@@dustya1982 got it! Thanks!

[@ImProspekt]

What is the name of this bag?

[@urbanknifeguy]

Unfortunately, this is an unbranded bag made for the local market in Malaysia. You would need to find something similar.

[@PAunderbelly]

Pair of headphones would be good to have

[@urbanknifeguy]

For noise reduction?

[@driesjottier5014]

very interesting, good ideas

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks so much! Thanks for watching!

[@CalebRogers-e4d]

Yalls bags crazy loaded . I got a 12 gauge and about 70 rounds for it . I got a Glock 17 in a drop leg and about 100 rounds . I got water and that’s it . Because I got a wife and 2 small children . That bag is ok if your a single guy but not if your a family man

[@urbanknifeguy]

@user-xq3zl2tz1s No guns in this part of the world. Wife will have her own smaller bag. No kids. Agreed, it is easier. Thanks for watching!

[@granitejeepc3651]

ditch the ladder----use a rope with knots to climb---take out the knots to descend/rappel------ladder is a one use convenience and not as usefull as straight rope instead of Stanley----use a tomahawk---such as new Olight type----has axe, pry bar, and hammer and great sheath maybe a ballistic insert for your backpack ----protect against knives/firearms

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks! Will look into your suggestions!

[@jamesb872]

Southeastern Asian country? Sounds like where I am at...The Philippines.

[@urbanknifeguy]

Singaporean living in Singapore and Malaysia. This BOB is for Malaysia. Thanks for watching "neighbour"!

[@damonharrington2948]

The chances may be slim BUT CELOX granules COULD possibly get into a blood vessel (vein) & cause an emboli which can travel & cause a PE, CVA or MI. Preferred item would be hemostatic gauze by CELOX or Quik Clot.

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thanks for the heads up. I have a hard time tracking sown hemostatic gauze here. But will continue to look. Thanks again.

[@ahmadhasif979]

Cantik ❤

[@urbanknifeguy]

Thank you!

[@DancingEagle]

How much iguana blood have you drank recently?

[@urbanknifeguy]

Not much.

[@5gunner838]

I love all the prep vids but honesty, if shit really went down all the nice organization would probably be a heap of mess after the first night with all the chaos goin on. Hope it never comes to that though!

[@urbanknifeguy]

I hear you! Being prepared physically and mentally is the first step!

[@theaftermath525]

Need some sort of protection never no if you will need it

[@urbanknifeguy]

Can u clarify what sort of protection u r referring to pls?

[@WildMaverick]

Get rid of that small tourniquet and get a SWaT-T

[@urbanknifeguy]

👌

[@madtownangler]

I live about four blocks from our Capitol building so I figure I'll just disappear along with everyone else.

[@formicroscopyuseonly]

by disappear do you mean get lost as one of the many statistics?

[@digitalpunk5365]

I think he means vaporized

[@goldenbuffs9016]

i hope bro gets better face cam its really a damn shame. cant see him in all his beauty

[@urbanknifeguy]

Haha working on it. Thanks

[@jameskox872]

Enjoyed the video . . Thank you .

[@urbanknifeguy]

You are welcome! Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks!

[@formicroscopyuseonly]

Much love; your front facing angel needs work. Looks like you need a camera replacement to elevate your videography to the quality of your contents. I wish you the best

[@urbanknifeguy]

Working on it! Thanks!