A recon pack is a nessesary item in your bug out bag

[@brownsmock739]

I am a big supporter of having something like that. I use a collapsible bag from t3 gear. I also put surplus eagle dump pouches on my waist belt or on the bottom of my ruck to just load up with something. This is truly such an under valued thought and I’m glad you’re sharing it.

[@axcx5951]

During military training (PL) they taught us to carry a small, empty backpack in a large backpack, but it wasn’t so compact and light as the one shown in Your video.

[@alancarter4270]

So true, I used to carry a Northern Irish ruck inside my bergen in the 80's.

[@canadafree2087]

Great tip. One option is what I call promo beach bags, those flat "packs" about the size of a binder that has two eyelets on top and two on bottom and cord is used as both the closure method and the backpack "straps". Promo because they are often given out at events; I save a sex dark green one with the JEEP logo on it. Ribz Front Pack is worn on the front and has a large pocket on each side; they are lightweight and spreads gear to the front (for hikers, not those who carry chest rigs ready). Hiking stores also often carry thin backpacks that fld into it's own pocket which would also fit into a cargo pocket. If bushcrafting it will mostlikely be a fire mterial bag, during SHTF it may end up being used for whatever food you find as you may scavenge in your Selco like wasteland.

[@southernknight9983]

Yes. Any seasoned packer carries additional bags or sacks for various purposes, whether to scoop up water or a place to stuff used garbage or soiled clothing. Some references are called stuff sacks or compression sacks, mini packs, accessory packs and so forth. Many modern packs come with shock cord or open panels for stuffing exterior items. These are mostly hiking packs, but it's spilling into the pop market as well. You are not alone. Godspeed!

[@concernedpatriot.2221]

That’s actually a very good idea. Almost no added weight and very useful. I can clearly see the logic in having one. Thanks for sharing

[@Iconoclassic]

I had this same idea many years ago (I'm old now) when my family and I were going to walk around Angel Island. I just needed to bring a jacket and water bottle. I looked at my 15 pound Get Home Bag and realized it's too heavy to walk around with all day so I just left it in the car. I had to carry the water and jacket in my hands. I immediately purchased an Osprey Ultralight pack when I got home. I have used it many times since then to carry small items when I don't want to carry them by hand. Thanks for sharing your idea.

[@cruiser122s.d.8]

In my get home bag I do have a small folding backpack for a friend/family member to use. Most of my friends and family members are pretty prepared too, but you never know what can happen.

[@The_PotionSeller]

I definitely have a mesh bag in my ruck. I always figured it was handy to have. You and garand thumb are the first people I've seen talking about them

[@jamesmiddleton6464]

We used to encourage boys ro have something like this on scouting trips. For carrying foraged items and for use as a day pack when stopped for a day or more. Very useful in bug out as well I am sure.

[@DanDannyDanielleBob]

I have 3. An osprey version that has ok straps and a water bottle sleeve used for travel. I wish it wasn't in a bright color because it is excellent. A mountain hardware version that is a dry bag with straps and has actually been useful a couple of times when wet weather happened unexpectedly and impromptu beach trip to isolate wet sandy clothes. The third is a maxpedition rollup bag that was an impulse buy at a g-show and has never been used because it rolls out small, doesnt synch up and is super heavy and bulky for what it is.

[@turtlewolfpack6061]

Hahahahaha!!! Had one for years to supplement my dump pouch! It works awesome for a wander away from camp when foraging.

[@jaytate7899]

Hey this is kinda just an after thought but something I’ve always kept in my bag. A deck of waterproof cards. I’m not in the military or anything but I am aware of how important it is to keep the morale up. And just a simple deck of cards can do wonders because there’s a limitless amount of games you can play.

[@PreparedAirman]

Agreed! I carry some aswell.

[@hangtough503]

Ditto🤙🇺🇸

[@crroughriders]

I actually do and have always carried an SSE bag. Generally in my EDC more so than my bag. Fits well in a cargo pocket of your pants. Great addition to anyone's kit/edc. Used it from anything to a pillow with brush in it... to carrying tinder. Gathering material from a random cache found along a waterway. And once even as an improvised for warmer in a colder climate.

[@Stoney_AKA_James]

Good idea, I use the smaller Maxpedition rolly-polly bags as dump pouches on my battle belt and the larger model on my bushcraft belt for tender collection, etc.

[@ianmurray4081]

Awesome video. I have been doing this for years. I usually have an ultra light back pack or duffel bag that I carry in my main pack that way I can pick up items of opportunity as I come across them. Second hand shops and dollar stores have these bags for dirt cheap. Cheers 🍻, take care and stay frosty 🇨🇦🫡🇺🇸

[@ryanwalden9072]

My dad was in the Air Force, Vandenberg. Thank you for your service. I'm a mamoth outdoorsman/hunter/ prepper/survival junky,and many bugout,in, vehicle bags,and never thought of this. Great idea,I see them all the time for sale ,and would be a great addition. Keep pushing out them videos brother!

[@PreparedAirman]

Thank you and thank your dad for his service aswell!

[@lucassmith2332]

I actually just came up with a similar plan. I keep an extremely light shoulder bag for a get home bag for summer. For winter I am going with a much bigger bag and was going to put one in the other just in case.

[@cripplers8]

That’s a really good idea. I’ve seen day packs attached to main packs before but they’re bulkier but this is like a dump pouch for for your main pack. Keep thinking outside the box Bro for its doing good!

[@behindthespotlight7983]

Carrying a recon pack. Been doing it since 2009. Took a trip to summit San Gergonio (11,499). Once base was established at 8700, we didn’t want to lug our packs up to the summit. I didn’t have a proper lightweight Sea to Summit or one like yours so I rolled up my EDC ruck, trussed it up like a rolled roast beef with around 500 feet of cordage and carried it like a third component of my sleep system: pad, bag and daypack.😂😂

[@bobstaurovsky3506]

Well I have a recon pack, I used to teach survival skills and camping, I would tell students to carry it for an extra backup plan.

[@steveekata7725]

Many years back I purchased the SO Tech Expanding SERE pack. This pack covers exactly what you are talking about in this video. This is a great pack. I’m not even sure they are making them anymore or if they are special order. Great pack, but spendy. They carry some nice features that other expandable packs don’t seem to have like PALS webbing, MOLLE attachment straps and a small zippered pocket up front. I’ve added a small admin pouch to the front and it adds to the packs performance for my needs.

[@gonoisy]

Good idea 👍🏼 similar idea to British Army lads carrying around a sand bag on their belt webbing.

[@sidhendragon]

I keep a blackbird haversack folded up in my get home bag. Multitudinous uses. And Carrie’s super easily over a shoulder. Shoulder strap can even be run over top of my pack and ride piggyback.

[@TheDanGuy]

alternatively you can thread paracord through a sandbag to make that into an additional bag, very cheap and durable

[@maximilianrpm2927]

Civilian here. I always keep a 'sandbag' (or similar) in my EDC, and camping bag.

[@jamesborek8125]

Solid idea. I dig it. I've done something similar but with reusable grocery bags, also they're (2) in a more local get-home bag, not a Bob.

[@PreparedAirman]

Same concept. I like it!

[@drawncept8391]

Great idea. Thanks for the knowledge drop. I have long kept a large mm garbage bag in all my packs for this reason (and shelter), but having straps is wonderful, if for nothing else, gathering firewood when camping.

[@txwarrior50]

I like the idea, I've been carrying an ACU fannie pack just for that reason

[@RetUSNdude]

I carried a eagle industries SSE mesh bag. Works great for laundry, SSE or extra kit.

[@protectpersevere2030]

I actually started bringing a low key drawstring backpack so i could leave my bigger bag in vehicle and still have some stuff on me

[@danmorgan3685]

I have a Soviet Veshmeshok. That's some sturdy, OG Soviet canvas but while tough it won't be as light as what you've got there.

[@scottbee501]

Yes, yes you’re absolutely correct. Don’t completely fill your pack and carry a lightweight bag. I have a folded haversack.

[@smokethirteen]

I’ve been using ultra light bags for years to carry random stuff. You get them for free at Walmart or the grocery store when you buy stuff.

[@PBerBlueCobra]

Not free in WA anymore.. 8 cents.. may be 10 cents now.

[@manateeak]

I use the Venture Pal 40L Lightweight Packable Backpack , it collapses into an 8x8x2 inch package . I keep one in my GHB and in my vehicle . They are on sale right now on amazon for $24 . They're heavier then what you're using but still pretty light and they expand into a full size backpack . Worth looking at .

[@mnguy98]

I remember our Philmont packing lists recommended a superlight packable day pack for side hikes when we went down a bunch of years ago. I just bought one of the cheapo-brand ones from Walmart, and it came in super handy when we went up Baldy Mountain as a side-hike. Popped in my camelback and a wind and warm layer, and called it good

[@PreparedAirman]

Always wanted to do Philmont. I personally did Tinnerman before it was closed down.

[@mnguy98]

@@PreparedAirman Can't say I've heard of Tinnerman, it must have dried up and blew away before my time in Scouts

[@PreparedAirman]

@@mnguy98I would say it was popular in the north east US, but not all over. It was a in Canada own by BSA. I went in 07 and Eagled in 2011.

[@mnguy98]

@@PreparedAirman Yeah, odds are it might have gone away before I could've gone then. I entered BSA proper in 2009 and aged out in 16.

[@PreparedAirman]

Probably, I think it was sold in 2012 ish if I recall correctly.

[@chriskeating5926]

Great video , I've always carried a bag such as this in my pack , since boy scouts 36 years ago...besides what if you come across say a big box of money , need to carry the cash!!!!

[@markoruotsalainen5480]

I have my North Face flyweight Pack. No camo (black) but still a pack.large mesh pockets on the outside for wet tarp or rain jacket

[@cantstartafire]

Great idea… totally stealing this. Thanks man! BZ

[@brownsmock739]

Otte gear also makes a Heist SSE bag that’s gigantic but the size of a coke can when compressed

[@PreparedAirman]

I take a look at it!

[@bravowhiskey4684]

Otte Gear makes a nice SSE bag as well. It’s like a giant lightweight duffel. Also kinda spendy.

[@user_MrWhite]

love the attitude of the video😊

[@christophersmith2608]

I really appreciate your content and I do pay attention to what you have to say when it comes to essential gear, I did recently purchase a mystery ranch in and out 19L in OD and Grey like last week and then I found this video 😂, I guess I'm on the right track and trying to be a forward thinker!! It makes perfect sense to have and extra bag like this if you need to Recce from your base camp !! Hope you're having a good day brotha 👍

[@PreparedAirman]

Thank you appreciate it! Mystery ranch makes good stuff. Absolutely always think outside the box. I try not to automatically go with what the mainstream KZbinrs are saying lol

[@jongrubka7169]

I do that. Love your channel

[@Squirrel200]

World travelers and carry on traveling have used the day pack / sack that pack down to a Tiny size for a long time. For some possible ideas search ( one bag travel ) or ( carry on travel only ) also I have used a stuff sack from my bag with some 550 paracord to make a bag. Good video thanks.

[@steffler69]

You might be interested in the gossamer gear trifold sleeping pads. They’re the same thing as the thermarest but they fold flat.

[@agentp6621]

I’ve considered having dump pouches on the outside of my ruck. As well as a low profile drop leg that has the basic necessities in case I get separated from my ruck. I know that I always have food, fire, water and shelter in my drop leg on my person at all times.

[@PreparedAirman]

It wouldn't be a bad idea. Personally I can't stand things on my legs but that's me. I'd say do what works for you!

[@agentp6621]

I’m sure I’ll come to the same conclusion.

[@tomcatt998]

i call mine a "scavenger" bag,, yup i hv never heard anyone mention one

[@tomcatt998]

Also carry 6 -8 Walmart plastic bags

[@jcar1417]

Always carry a packable backpack from rei in my get home bag

[@joey1942]

Keep ‘em coming look forward to your vids

[@smsgtbulldog]

Most of my bags have a zippered hydration area between the back pad and main pack area. I keep a similar style bag and a few other items there.

[@MatisseStLaurent]

Osprey makes a great 18L packable stuff sack backpack made of a nylon ripstop material which is what I have in my kits.

[@PreparedAirman]

I take a look at it thank you!😁

[@VarRedo]

I have a small extra backpack very similar to yours in my GHB. Nice when I want to bring that extra water or gear from my vehicle or share the load with someone else.

[@crazynok5511]

I have 2 in my Bob because there's always a unprepared friend or family member , 2 is 1 and 1 is none.

[@hailoverland]

Great idea on the xtra pack. Have you not come acrossed anything better than your foam mattress. That thing looks so bulky. Maybe one that rolls up. break up that outline a little bit.

[@PreparedAirman]

I have tried others but have always come back to the z fold thermorest. Its Easy to pack up and durable. It may be a bit bulky but it's extremely fast setup and tear down makes it worth it.

[@sifusasdo2314]

Cool Video 👍 Thank U for the Info und die Links 👍

[@josephrogers8213]

I use a earth tone pillow case

[@justsomeguyontheinternet5331]

I have a 5.11 Convoy Sack in the emergency box in my truck which can fill this role, but is really for carting box items that aren't duplicated in my ruck but could be worth taking.

[@shane2808]

Yup, people are definitely doing that. It's the same concept as keeping an assault bag in your rucksack.

[@PreparedAirman]

The comments say different

[@lansdorf]

good advice. just subbed 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿✌

[@thebeardedhomesteader]

Good idea i carry few heavy duty trash bags

[@PreparedAirman]

Did the same for awhile but they we r a little loud for me. But that's me nit picking. Over all it's a solid addition to a bag and will not fault you one bit.

[@thebeardedhomesteader]

@@PreparedAirman i probably will get one of them bags good to have straps make a good forage bag to for gear supplies food thanks for bring it to light

[@midwestkayaker3471]

I always carry an extra pack or 2

[@mediclimber]

My recon/patrol pack lives in my bug out/72 hour pack. I have no reason to hump all my gear once I make my destination.

[@ellerybice3787]

Good idea,

[@johnkelly9246]

What do you use for blade maintenance and weapon maintenance?

[@PreparedAirman]

Stay tuned (foreshadowing) 😉

[@woody51489]

If the intention is for TSE I add some Faraday material in the bag. This is so if you pull a phone or tablet, no one can remote wipe the data.

[@tennesseeterri]

I like your small compressed backpack, but $60 is a lot of money that could be better spent on other things.

[@PreparedAirman]

I agree it was abit difficult to commit too for me aswell.

[@tomcatt998]

Chek the camping section at Walmart,, don't need to pay $60.00 for something U can get for under $20.00

[@scowler7200]

They make laundry bags with carry straps. Cheap. Why don't they make highly-expandable crossbody bags? Would be a bit more efficient than carrying two packs. Another thing is a bright red Hydrapak-type bladder-bottle with a sport cap. Fill it with filtered water, use it as a bidet.

[@PreparedAirman]

Stay tuned 😉

[@jhosk]

I have one but don't use it, straps will start to cut into you. Yours looks better than mine. Also consider a waterproof stuff sack not only to keep stuff dry but makes a great quick water carrier so you can keep moving

[@raptordc5]

Why I keep my HPG butt pack either on the outside or un-packed at the bottom of my main pack.

[@maryistulsafox]

Minimalists traveling, a day shopping pack.

[@MountainMenAxes]

Ok so your videos are super informative and information based. I have a question on bugging out. What is the criteria of a good location? What are you looking for? I'm sure it's dependant on the situation.

[@PreparedAirman]

Water available, easily dependable, Secluded but not ridiculously far away from civilization, alot of trees or wood for firewood, good ground for a garden. These are just a few that I look for. The list goes on. You may not get them all but try to get pretty close.

[@peasant1381]

Each of the family vehicles has this type of pack stowed away

[@dakotag5551]

I can respect, I am trying to get my bug out bag in order and i find you video's really helpful. Altho I Have a bit of a hard time finding some of the things available in Canada >_< I am going to try to get the Hyper lite bag next I think. Looks like a solid bag and I really like the open top format (Especially with how you have yours organized with the bags) I ended up getting Therm-a-Rest Saros 0-Degree Synthetic Mummy sleeping bag. Its a bit bigger than I wanted to go, but should be really good for Canadian winters. -Dakota

[@PracticalTacticalSheepDog]

What's sleeping pad is that? It looks wider than mine

[@PreparedAirman]

Thermorest Z Lite Original in brown. I don't think they make it anymore In brown unfortunately but they still make them in other colors.

[@PracticalTacticalSheepDog]

@@PreparedAirman I have the zlite in yellow, I'm pretty sure it's not as wide as yours.

[@PreparedAirman]

If I recall they might make a narrow version. Mine is 20 inches wide, I just measured. Hope that helps.

[@missinglmnt8333]

So I actually do this at the Walmart near me they sell like these small little like pack inside themselves backpacks and they're black and they're just very normal looking bags they're really small they're no bigger than the palm of my hand and I forget where I saw this I saw it a long time ago but I decided to carry it in case shtf for Bushcraft and camping I use a Molly harness tactical bag and I didn't want someone to look in my bag and think there was valuable stuff in it so if I ever needed to resupply or go back into town or Ray at home or something like that have a small little black bag that's just very normal looking very indiscreet it's not heavyweight and by no means what it carry a lot maybe like a few small tools like a crowbar like a small one or lock pick set maybe in a knife and like a hoodie that's it it's pretty small

[@nicgandos]

At this time, a cinch or waterproof bag.

[@ContraIsBased]

bro whats with the random clips in the right side of the video???

[@PreparedAirman]

To show that I actually use the gear in Real world environments.

[@robertevans8126]

sharing

[@pyeitme508]

SO RAD