Ultimate EDC Challenge: Can Your Carry Survive THIS?

[@DylanLey]

It was so cool being able to meet both you and Zac and be part of this challenge video!

[@BestDamnEDC]

Thanks for taking the challenge!

[@I_Of_Providence]

brother you killed it!👌

[@vinnie_baggadonuts]

Great job bro!

[@cnim415]

Nice job, what backpack are you wearing? Looks cool.

[@DylanLey]

@@cnim415 timbuk2 ramble pack in flare orange

[@EDCNC-YT]

I appreciate the opportunity man!!! Thanks so much for the fun time and prizes! 💪🏼✌🏼

[@jamesadowney]

You nailed it by doing a video with Zach. Excellent teamsmanship.

[@adamlarsen1566]

Awesome challenge! If you ever do this at an outdoor event you should add a small candle. I don't smoke but I'm a firm believer that always having a way to start a fire is essential.

[@rushley5813]

That old man is my spirit animal i carry so much shit in my pockets at work

[@marcuscrowell6964]

I started freaking out when he pulled out the GOAT And he made that slick trade at the end

[@Drewcooks24]

Awesome video should definitely do more of these it’s awesome to see people’s Edc in action and how they use them.

[@prasand]

this was dope. 👏🏽 - Fantastic idea and execution. It was great to see Zac too. ❤️ I love the fact that it made people think about their EDC and how unprepared they are. The fact that the only person who completely passed was an older man, reflecting possibly that life experiences made him always prepared. There were levels to this shit, absolutely loved it. This was epic. 👏🏽

[@ezk9026]

Great game sir. Tell the Mrs. She’s onto something right there. I need to see this game played every knife show for sure. Great job all!

[@gershin9253]

You know I had this idea i was thinking about doing this at Atlanta next year that’s awesome that you thought the same!

[@benjamindanielsen5204]

This video was definitely a reality check and was very fun to watch. I feel reassured my current edc could probably pass most of the challenges, but it would definitely flunk at the bolts and torx challenges. Maybe it's my sign to switch from Swiss Armies to plier-based multitools, but either way, I appreciate the realism of this challenge and it's given me food for thought to consider how I can improve my own edc.

[@JC_1095]

The Victorinox Swisstool and Spirit are my favorite multitools. I pair up the Swisstool and the Compact swiss army knife and they make a great edc. I also like to edc a Rogan prybar, rovyvon aurora flashlight, knipex 100mm pliers, and some wiha double sided bits. I think I could have won this challenge 😂

[@whythehec]

I just started my edc journey and Im really impressed how far some of them got with just the leatherman!

[@khamen723]

This was better than the Olympics. 🎉 Cheers to the wife!

[@todd5198]

Please do this as much as you can, it now my favorite edc/knife challange

[@BE_EDC]

Love seeing my buddy Sam @EDC_NC working that board! The Gator coming in HOT

[@scottmurphy3120]

My 2 favorite content creators. You guys need to do more videos together.

[@isaiahthompson6751]

2 of my favorite people ganging up and doing awesome stuff for their community! Keep being awesome, Taylor and Zac!

[@sda4jesus1]

Nuts guys; sick, and damn cool! Loved the idea, plus the presentation rocked. Well done. I think the principle could be expanded to include to test other important items. SCISSORS (rounding the corners of a 3"×5" index card while holding it in the air [because we can't always utilize a flat service to aid in cutting tasks].) LASHING MATERIALS (two dowels to be lashed together with paracord, zip ties, etc [also note here knot-making efficiency; timed, and scored also on security of knots].) FIRE (1. working lighter, or 2. tools adequate to throw sparks, plus tinder material on possession) FILE (Round the sharp corner on a piece of metal.) SAW (Saw through 1/2" dowel) AWL (Bore a clean hole through a 1/2 sheet of wood.) DRINKING CONTAINER, 16oz min. POWER BANK with cableing. NOTE-TAKING CAPACITY. (Pad of paper, etc.) A MARKER (Test on wax paper) 1 LITER EXTRA CARRY CAPACITY (Any means of hands free storage capacity of a 1 liter item [as in extra room in a sling bag, etc].) TWEEZERS (Pluck a pellet out of a hole too narrow for pliers) INSET RATCHET NUT (most common sized nut very snugly tightened, PLUS inset, thus too awkwardly for pliers; rewards those carrying a mini ratchet set.) These are just a few ideas, I'm sure innumerable other ideas exist. Finally, weight all tasks numerically based on difficulty (maybe totalling 100), so that each contestant achieves a ranking based on their grand total. Whether or not you choose include with the swag of prizes a leather bound, signed "Preparonator Certificate of Excellence" for those scoring over, say, 75 points, is completely up to you. :-)

[@Artifice87]

That's Awesome if this is at Blade Show Atlanta next year I'll do the Challenge

[@515capncrunch]

What a great idea! Add a lighter challenge to re- seal the end of that poly rope…. I think I would have a good shot at completing your challenge if those bolts are no bigger than 1/2” (capacity of the 4” Cresent wrench). My pocket organizer stores a Leatherman Crunch, small Cresent, Hoto screw driver, Olight Arkfeld, and the pen is in my wallet custom Swiss Card. The weakest part would be the hemp rope vs my Bugout Mini (or the Crunch serrated blade). I look forward to the next refinement of the Preponator.

[@EDC_Soldier]

My work EDC would have crushed this challenge, but I definitely would have been lacking with my off-duty gear.

[@MrDkgio]

Edc by its very definition is what you carry everyday, not what you would have had at work or in your garage. It’s with you every waking hour and within arms length when you’re in bed. So “my work edc” is a contradiction in terms.

[@EDC_Soldier]

@@MrDkgio no kidding guy. I carry different stuff in my pockets and on my belt when I'm at work and at home or out running errands. It's a very common practice in the EDC community to have different setups for different scenarios. My "Work EDC" is the stuff I carry on me every day when I'm at work, not something from a tool room or garage, so shut up with your ignorant pedantic BS. You don't get to define what EDC means for everyone else. If you want to restrict yourself that way, fine, but the rest of us aren't that strict with definitions. Also, "arms length when you're in bed" like WTF dude, are you ok?

[@EDC_Soldier]

​​@@MrDkgioit's only a contradiction of YOUR terms, and fortunately for me, I don't have to be constrained by your arbitrarily narrow definition. I bet you're really fun at parties 🙄

[@MrDkgio]

@@EDC_Soldier Sorry it’s right there in the name EVERY DAY CARRY, those are not my terms, it’s the English language. Look up the Definition’s of those words, “every day” means ALL of the days, “carry” means it’s on your person. So your original statement should have been “I would have failed miserably at this challenge because I don’t carry my shit outside of work”

[@MrDkgio]

I would have mic dropped you, but I didn’t have one on me 😂 but if I did I woulda crushed it 😜

[@noonespecial9840]

Great idea, well done fellers. And lady.

[@lightinthedark_]

I would've gotten it all. Bit kit and a Knipex pliers wrench mini would've gotten me through the parts most people missed, along with all the usual standard EDC things. Great video, just watched both yours and Zac's.

[@VisionWords]

This was an amazing idea! Great video, and I'm sure everyone loved seeing you guys together. I'm with Zac on the torx bits; other than those, I could have finished the board.

[@ThePhoEater]

You should def refine it make a point system and have a mini series

[@BeardsBaconTech]

When is the next knife show gonna be and how do I find out about the shows and I would love to go to one? What’s the website I can go to

[@googleuser6635]

This was an awesome idea. We had been doing something similar, but not on video. Ours did not use a tube light test. I was mean, and just turned out the lights in the room, then let them do the test. Most people's EDC is useless, but the worst thing is that people don't know how to use the gear they have.

[@Ferus1776-]

Oh hey that first guy is the Toor Knives guy. Great knives!

[@talljohn66]

This makes me happy I just bought the skeletool.

[@Thomamps]

My EDC is a pocket knife, pliers multi-tool, torch and pen. So I was ok I got most of this, 4 of my multitools have bit kits so that's going to be a mood on the day thing. Then I remember I'm always wearing my tread (I do forget it's there until I need it) so I got the nut & bolt.

[@masonr1666]

You both posted this at about the same time. 🙂 I have to say, after watching this video, i am more prepared everyday than I thought.

[@kanenrobbins1800]

I would love to see more of this! Fantastic setup. Maybe there would be a way to incorporate some sort of tiny task where you need precision and a larger task like pulling a 16 penny nail. You could also have a bonus like having a fake cut on your hand and they have to have something to cover or close the cut.

[@ninety2amigos27]

Every time I watch one of these videos I'm extremely proud to be part of this community. Some of the best people on earth!

[@scottmantooth8785]

*just started watching this and hoping you've included a first aid kit in your demonstration kit*

[@chainonmyneck]

That was such a great idea! Thanks to your wife! Hope to see videos like this here and there again. Great Job!👍

[@seansmith4183]

A case for prybars and multitools.

[@bobbyrayoutdoors5954]

Wish I could have been there to meet you and with my Arc and my EDC I could do the whole board with ease lol

[@julienbooth90]

Well done - you can feel the energy.

[@davesvarte]

This was so good! I would not have done half of it.

[@johndickenson3460]

Awesome! Makes you think.Could have killed it.👍 And yes I carry torx!

[@JCreole]

Just saw this on Zacks channel….Cool idea and entertaining as heck 👍

[@shtzweak]

Dude no way, I go to Stevens creek surplus all the time

[@merkyworks]

Great episode!

[@Chongy28]

This was an awesome challenge I think my carry could tackle everything on that board.

[@gregrudzinski]

Very good EDC gauntlet ! A new challenge standard to test all new gear :)

[@yanchunnan]

In 2004, I had leatherman wave, microtech exodus and surefire E1L in my pocket. But now, I only have SAK Pioneer and Olight i5T in my pocket. I live in China and it took me 15 years to confirm that I don’t need to consider personal defense in my life. All I need is the tool to open the express box and a small Flashlight. However, after watching this video, I decided to buy a knipex...

[@0neTwo3]

The board of TRUTH!

[@BeardsBaconTech]

What is the best Leatherman for my first one? But not a keychain one.

[@BestDamnEDC]

It's hard to go wrong with any Leatherman. I'd say set your budget and go from there.

[@BeardsBaconTech]

@@BestDamnEDC $100 or less

[@leksasdf]

@@BeardsBaconTech Could probably find a deal on a Wave+ or a slightly used one.

[@BeardsBaconTech]

@@leksasdf where can I find one?

[@MastaT]

now THIS is what i wanna see.

[@TannerWendellStewart]

man I had all the tools on me to do this at the show! I should have came up :) I'll post the film photos soon though :)

[@19812000JR]

Should have made a spark for the cherry on top.

[@BestDamnEDC]

We thought about it but decided that might have actually gotten us shut down 😅

[@chrisgasque8033]

This is a fantastic video. Well done Taylor and Zac!

[@lord.needham]

Dan is the man.

[@HorsepowerHeaven]

Wow the guy in the green has a left handed pm2 with what looks like a LNW deep carry clip. Literally have that same setup with the same TOK pocket organizer. Good taste pal, good taste!

[@tedgorman12]

One of my favorites in a long time... such a fun idea!

[@adamfisher9674]

Fun idea. I enjoyed seeing everyone's kit. You gotta bring this back in future videos.

[@StitchJones]

Found your channel through Zac, loving your video's!

[@zzzetsulive]

If that was a 10 mm bolt i wouldve smashed everything but the torx

[@RavenhandEDC]

Vern is the man!!

[@Jakoshdw]

In my day to day... I don't carry pliers as I don't need them for work and have a tool bag in the van for the occasional emergency. Were I traveling/flying I might have my Knipex and Leatherman Wave if I checked a second bag as I'd be outside of my normal day to day. As is - my daily on person carry... Several knives, custom Victorinox Yeoman, Prybar, and Worksharp pocket sharpener with torx bits would get most except the nuts and bolts as they just aren't something I deal with even monthly. (But I could generally run to my van for tools if needed.)

[@williamperron760]

Awesome idea. Love you guys

[@HuaYue10]

Hi, yesterday I’ve stumbled upon this channel and this episode is sooo intriguing. As lady prepper, I wanna have a go on this Preparonator 3,000. I’m originally from Chicago but I now live in the Nordics . I sure hope to catch you guys in the knives & guns exhibitions here or nearby…

[@TACLife]

Kinda bummed they booted y'all for something so perfect for this event. Great idea guys! Love it!

[@humaydarmahomedy]

very cool. as i commented on Zac's channel,my EDC would blast through all the tasks :-]

[@barrychiarello8493]

I did not catch where this show is, any help on the location?

[@BestDamnEDC]

Salt Lake City

[@mariusengelsen7194]

My skeletool plus torx bit could do all this, exept the writing, double plier and flashlight challange. You don’t really need much else for anything, if you have a quality multitool with a good knife, plier and screwdriver.

[@PacoVJ]

After watching this video, I came out with my 5 basic rules for an EDC which i like to call it CLASS (or Cut Light Aid Screw Saw). Basically, you need something to cut, something to light your way, some First Aid kit, something to screw and then saw. From here you can expand it, for example, to cut you can have something to simply cur rope or strings and something to cut wire. To screw you can use the basic screw for flat and star, or also include torx. The derivation can be unlimited but you should always start with the basic CLASS. Maybe someone came up already with this but i swear i though while cleaning leaves in my back yard today after watching the video. lol. I added AID too as i wonder how many of the people on the video carried something as simple as a band aid for cuts. you would thing is the second most popular item in a place full of sharp things :)

[@PacoVJ]

Forgot the pry bar so it would be CLAPSS 😂

[@Hipsael]

I know Zac stepped away but man I would love to see this challanege again this year and I can’t see it without him 😢

[@taylorgamaza6429]

I have a question, and this is coming from someone who just started in the EDC world. How do you know what to carry in your pockets vs what to carry in your bag. I carry my sling everyday and I want to know what is more appropriate to keep in both.

[@itstimetoski1950]

I think I would do some of it but this video was really helpful to edit my EDC

[@Roux-AtlasCreation]

Super fun video! Reminds me of nutnfancys old gear check vids.. except this is excellent having people demonstrate. I feel like if i was at a knife show, id have my full carry on me (to show off) and i reckon id be able to do it all. If my everyday at home carry? All but the 2 sided bolt ones. ✌️

[@conorforecast9982]

Great Video, Thanks :)

[@jamiewilliams7056]

I gotta admit bro, this was a blast to watch 😂

[@MitchSnider]

Here are 10 things to add to the board to make it an even better EDC test: Cans Opener: bring cleaned empty food cans have them open a few inches along the bottom Candle: light it up. Chain link fence wire strands: Cut at least 2-3 times to show you could get through fence without tool failure (Swiss Tool will cut once but then deform and is done). Honey: Put dab on board and make them clean it off to simulate bad day in toilet with no toilet paper. Wound dressing: Large knife cut wound area on shoulder. Show what you would use to stop bleeding. Ice Cream test: Bring cooler with dry ice and mini cups of frozen solid ice cream (only quality spork will survive, no plastic spoon) Recharge test: recharge cell phone they are carrying Cordage test: Simulation is someone hit your parked car and piece of body panel is rubbing on tire. Show what you would use to tie it up. Compass test: Which way is north? Credit Card failure: Show at least $100 emergency cash.

[@hollyhockNYC]

Awesome video concept and love how it turned out! I would have had them all except for the nut/bolt combination. Unless I'd have happened to carry both multi-tools that I currently have that day which typically doesn't happen. lol

[@hollyhockNYC]

hmmm... I take that back. I might have been able to do the nut/bolt thing. My pry tool has a spot for using as a wrench. So if it were the right size and I used that plus the pliers on my multi-tool I think maybe I'd get them all!

[@Tziska]

This was the "Best Damn EDC" video ....

[@mendyviola]

I ran across a situation not very long ago when I needed to take out a hex bolt (to take out a car battery) and all I had was a leatherman on me. I ended up having to borrow a crescent wrench. When I got my new battery, I got a small crescent wrench that I keep in my car now. 😂

[@MrF4tty]

This was an excellent idea!

[@tr_edc78]

Such a fun video 👊

[@k20arl]

LOVE that challenge video!!

[@JCreole]

I need to upgrade my leatherman skeletool….😂

[@mariussantamarian9766]

That's was funny. Greatings from Romania.

[@ChristopherRobin58]

This was a great idea Taylor's wife had! Not gonna lie, on a regular day I might have missed one or two. But at Blade Show, I would've killed that board and had fun doing it!

[@mauriciocabeza2286]

This video was dope. Great idea no doubt. 🤙

[@relativelynomadic]

Bald dude was a Princess

[@kevinhinojoza]

I love this idea! I would love to see more EDC challenges like this! 😎

[@CousinGunnar]

That’s pretty awesome? You gonna be at BladeShow Texas next year?

[@rallaa941]

14:51 Niiice

[@jonathanwatson268]

Wish I'd been there. I would have gotten all the way through!

[@14DAVEYO]

I carry a spyderco paramilitary 2 , leatherman free multi tool , streamlight. So no go on torx, turning two bolts and signing name unless a blood thumb print would have counted😂 😅😂😂

[@Gold_Stadt]

That episode was a lot of fun! 👍 I wouldn't have solved the Torx test and the bolt test with my usual edc - but I'm working on that. 🤣

[@mauriciocabeza2286]

I will carry torque bits and buy a pry because of this video. No lie!

[@michaelveach5620]

From what I've seen, a Leatherman is the best thing to have on you

[@rendezvous5784]

Very cool!

[@xvaldez3284]

Yo that second guy is rocking a leatherman garage. Those things are limited edituon rare as hell and expensive af if you can find one. Saw one selling for $1,300 and this dude is flipping it like a butterfly knife and putting it through its paces.

[@MrMonster613]

Oh man i would kill it, i carry everything in a small work pouch to destroy this board, great video

[@Keithstrand2]

I think a great edition to this would have been to have a T candle and have them light it. But considering it’s an indoor event I doubt you could have gotten away with it

[@MrDkgio]

I’m amazed that nobody had a pair of Knipex cobra xs 🤦🏻‍♂️ would have been an easy 100% completion with the cobra’s as part of the edc.

[@leowild2134]

More of that pls

[@WWEDC]

Y’all need to come out to BladeShowTEXAS next year! 🤟🏼🔪😆👍🏼

[@MrDkgio]

A very basic edc, would have completed every challenge on the preparedness challenge. Knipex cobra xs, Victorinox Huntsman and Victorinox bit wrench kit, lumitop edc01 flashlight, Bibury surge clone. “Surge” serrated first three cutting tasks, wire cutters, SAK for staple, pen from scales, Knipex and surge for double sided challenge. Edc01 for x in pipe, bit kit for fasteners, Knipex “surge” double sided challenge, scale pen for writing.

[@MrDkgio]

Main takeaway, if you don’t have it on you at all times, it’s not your edc.

[@thatguyJRB]

The only thing worse than clones are the trash people who buy clones.

[@MrDkgio]

@@thatguyJRB well the patent as run out on the surge, so you can now buy a clone that is better than the original Leatherman, no need to buy overpriced proprietary bits that break way to easily or t shanks and it’s one third the price.

[@thatguyJRB]

@@MrDkgio whatever lies you have to tell yourself in order to sleep at night I guess. No matter how you try to justify it, clones are trash, and so are the people who buy them.