Bushcraft Belt Kit

[@christopherpike8269]

Good load out. I do level systems. The belt,like yours, is level 1. Survival items as it is always attached to me. Level 2 would be a haversack or cross body bag. Us is all mountain house meals and a cook kit. Level 3 is the rucksack or full backpacking pack. Each level has the additional gear for staying out longer.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Roger, this is just to have tools to hand, if l were working on survival kit it’d be different.

[@kevinsmith7287]

If there is one thing I like to see in these videos, its items that have actually been used. I don't want to feel they are trying to sell me something. Good collection, good video, thanks.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers, yeah l certainly do use my kit, unlike some people on KZbin!

[@ApocGuy]

While compass, TQ aren't used widely, knife, headlamp, folding saw, multitool and ropes are always used unless you just nake 5min stop. Every overnight trip makes those tools indispensable.

[@DustyRhoades]

I was in the 82nd Airborne, I didn’t mind my H-Harness, it was the 40 Ibs rucksack, the 30 Ibs parachute and a 20 Ibs auxiliary parachute I minded. I also wore a “bat belt” for 30 years as a law enforcement officer. Great Channel Mate, 👍🇺🇸.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers mate. I was a Paratrooper for over 30 years, I did an exchange with the 82nd Airborne in 1990, 3/504th. Had a great time! Yeah it's the ruck that kills you hey? 🇺🇸🇬🇧👍

[@Situational_Awareness_LEARN_IT]

LOL that all?? I was uk Para Reg and carried a lot more in equipment. Not to brag pmsl

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@Situational_Awareness_LEARN_IT me too, what were you in?

[@Situational_Awareness_LEARN_IT]

@@PreparedPathfinder patrols platoon what was then 10 Para now 4 Para. You?

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@Situational_Awareness_LEARN_IT 1 Para, Pathfinders and Red Devils. Also 4 Para for a few years after I finished my time.

[@earlelzy9975]

I like your belt kit. I put together a belt kit and a tactical vest survival kit too. I live in an urban area so I have to be aware of my surroundings before using them.

[@thomasd9237]

Nice kit. I like your setup. It made me rethink an option on my belt 👍👍

[@stonehombre7530]

Very apparent to me. this man will never be a statistic in the wild. Very interesting and informative. Thankyou 👍

[@josephcole8875]

I like the belt design as you mentioned for accessability. One thing I would add is a diamond honing rod. Sharpen once hone forever

[@siftordekemet7790]

Great belt pathfinder.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers mate!

[@robertalonzo5725]

That’s some legit kit! Lots of possibilities for applications.

[@anthonymorelli67]

Love it,I'm just using an old gun belt with a few modern pouches and it works perfectly for me.

[@bertieblackdog6757]

I'm glad you did this, I've been debating on belt kit or not for a while and every setup I tried made me look like I was about to invade or got lost on my way to an airsoft game instead of just taking a few snaps of the local wildlife, a bit of a stroll and a crap cup of tea.

[@kenpontious7633]

Small request from brethren from across the pond. Possibly have ebay or amazon links to products that are similar or the same as the ones you reference. Love the vid will be watching more.

[@davidkermes393]

Always liked the belt kit. You can still attach a web harness for weight relief or adding more packs if you need them.

[@hawkknight4223]

Really like the set up. But I most definitely would add one of my steel canteen’s. Maybe attach the dump pouch in the Leatherman to the canteen cover.

[@arctodussimus6198]

I love these types of videos. I’ve been building “survival” kits since I got out of the Corps in 1983. It’s fascinating to me to see how other people put theirs together. You have a good belt-kit there. The dump pouch is something that you don’t always see. I like to keep a magnifying lens in my fire kit. I’m not big on the fresnel, so mine are almost always glass. Great video my friend. I look forward to the next one 👍🏻

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers mate, appreciate it!

[@martynrawlins8050]

Love the belt. Love love light weight carrying. Wore similar black belt with three sections to go with all black 'uniform' at Harry and Meghan's wedding for all day session mingling in crowd. Also wore patch saying, 'Maghawir' (commando) in Syrian/Lebanese Arabic. Naturally got swarmed by cops who looked in belt pack to find biltong, two bottles Lucozade and gloves. Had a good time with cops thereafter. Somebody had to test response time on direct route Harry and Meghan would pass later eh! By the way, the cops only had water and dry biscuits. They deserve better than that for main events. Cheers again. Hope more young people watch your show. You teach them great life skills for emergency etc. Priceless!!

[@thomasbrandon5111]

I like belt setups. Carried side arm, med, knife, and water in Navy during brown water time. And for 25 years as a LEO after that. Now its similar to my Nav setup with dump and possible pouch.

[@cheezycatnip8352]

loved my 58 water bottle pouch belt kit when serving and I still do... Ive tried lots of 'rigs' and carrying on body (smock) always go back to belt order, albeit modern mats....I have recently moved to a traditional means of belt kit with leather crafting etc an really liking it, althought I don't have to do the miles anymore....either way...love belt kit...nice vid. CC

[@Ralph105]

Another great presentation. Straight and to the point

[@journeyman7189]

Great stuff Tom. Definitely a handy way to keep your most important equipment always on you. Really like those dump pouches. They are fantastic for foraging, collecting tinder etc. Nate

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers Nate!

[@ellanvanninbushcraft8388]

I have a belt kit, the best way of carrying your get to gear. I am with you on that. Craig.

[@frugalmum7943]

Doggonepadding channel recommended this video, glad he did. What a fun gift to build up for a 14 year old (my Son) ... Or anyone really.

[@sibbesen]

A great addition to have in your medkit would be some 3M vetbond glue for minor cuts.... Only for animals, right?

[@cardiacbob]

Thanks mate. I'm a backpack guy, but I appreciate the thought you put into this.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers Robert.

[@thorwilkinson2565]

I believe in keeping the weight at the waist and below. The pack should be for carrying extra gear.

[@Kimberlyworks-ps2wm]

Thanks. Great ideas on what to do with my belt. I will sew elastic on it to make it so I can clip my needed stuff on me. I will add a small water bottle on mine, along with most of the stuff you have.

[@scottdenley2022]

Dude that is awesome! You don't know how much you just helped me. Thanks!

[@PreparedPathfinder]

No probs mate!

[@22leggedsasquatch]

Very nice. You might like to consider a vial of Magnesium filings on the fire kit.

[@Joinordie718]

I really like your approach to the bush craft belt kit. Very modern and useful well done sir.👍

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers mate 👍

[@dierampe]

Great Video. Great Belt Kit. Glad I found this Video and your Channel. This kit is well thought out, mostly high quality stuff in it, no bull shit. Also looks very clean. Of vourse there are alwys details to discuss that come down to personal taste. But all in all one of the best Kits i have seen yet. Also I subscribed to your channel. Looking forward for more videos.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers mate, appreciate it 👍

[@glockwhiskey6984]

Catching up on all your vids. Awesome work!! I'm actually trying to blend my bushcraft belt kit and battle belt kit for dual purposes.

[@AlexWander]

First lines are a smart way to carry our essentials! Thanks for sharing, very useful!!🔥

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@AlexWander thanks mate!

[@itzybitzyspyder]

Great video. As always, you talk about what you got, why it's there and how you use it. Straight and to the point with no filler. I'll have to get one of those drop pouches. I usually use an extra dry sack for that but having both hands free definitely sells it.

[@ApocGuy]

I know it's late, but I think that's tasmanian tiger drop pouch. I got few of them for six euros each at clearance sale 😁

[@simonward4520]

Another great review, as I said before translates well to camping and hiking, I have been thinking about adding a belt with some equipment not just to carry more but more for quick access. The only thing I really carry on belt is leatherman, certainly going to add a possibles pouch and first aid kit. Keep them coming.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers Simon!

[@wvhaugen]

Good video. I got onto a belt kit back when I was a ski bum forty years ago. Better than a day pack, especially when back-country skiing.

[@nellbrown770]

great set up there, i just got some surplus webbing for my gear, good and stong and wont let you down eh

[@jsog6]

Very nice video: a H harness with a well set up belt provides a lot of field flexibility. I particularly enjoy a modified “58” modified British kit with kidney pouches.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

58 kit was good for it’s time, but those kidney pouches were gash mate!

[@neoaliphant]

Great video, ive got a very similar setup, only difference is mine is bassed on a viper tacpack/response pack as I can quickly shoulder sling it and it attached to bike easily. otehr belt bits can then attach to response pack to make and all in one, or response pack can have molle remoevd to belt, and worn itself on a belt. Also tip for anayone wanting to go budget, a lot of molle pouches can be had very cheaply from Aliexpress, also flashlights, be wary of quality of coarse.

[@rhaef]

That’s a great set up and there’s sound logic behind it, and I like the practicality of having everything to hand. I’ll definitely be looking at setting something similar up for my own requirements. Thanks for sharing the video. I’m a relatively new sub to the channel and so far I’ve enjoyed all the new posts I’ve seen. I’ll have to set some time aside to watch the older posts. Keep up the good work mate, and all the best for the channel. 👍

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Thanks Jay, appreciate it 👍

[@NCWoodlandRoamer]

Fantastic belt kit! Really some good ideas there.

[@chrismcclelland3532]

great video m8 just starting to put my bushcraft kit together again (not been out doing bushcraft for many years ) still go camping and kayaking just feel the need to get back out there more on a different note got my patch today very pleased with it ( your missus is right it was fast on arrival ) all the best Chris

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers Chris! Yeah great to get out there hey? I’m running a Bushcraft weekend in April with First ln Events if you fancy it?

[@chrismcclelland3532]

@@PreparedPathfinder i cannot commit m8 work has priority but just in case were do i get the info

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@chrismcclelland3532 no worries mate! www.firstinevents.com

[@ralphkarschner2616]

Nice well thought out belt kit. Very handy for Bush craft , camping whatever. Thanks.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Thanks Ralph!

[@kennethwilson8633]

Nice but where are the suspenders? And a canteen? Have fun stay safe.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

No need for a yoke as it’s quite light. Also if you add a yoke it looks too much like a set of webbing (LBE to you). No need for a waterbottle as this is for short range stuff. It’s not some kind of make believe survival kit.

[@simonh6371]

Great guidelines I need to sort mine out. It's Bundeswehr pouches but having used 58 pattern webbing in an earlier life I seem to be still indoctrinated with the old school idea of having a full overnight kit minus sleeping bag, which works if you've got a yoke on it (in which case it's no longer belt order) but not as a belt kit as it's just too heavy and cuts into your pelvis. Think I'll ditch the big butt-pack style pouch and add a second water bottle pouch instead, and put the contents of the buttpack in a side pocket of a bergen which I can unzip and add as a daysack if I want that more complete kit.

[@joeotten936]

Great video. Would it be too much to ask to post a link to the Dump Bag and the IFAK?? I really loved both of them. The idea of a compressed dump bag is marvelous. And an IFAK that you are able to deploy without taking off your belt...GENIUS!! CHEERS 🤙

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Will do mate 👍

[@butchpalmer1860]

Great video, good info on converting my battle belt into a bush rafting belt. Just subscribed to your channel, looking forward to more great videos.

[@garyjohnson4608]

I really like the way you have this all set up, very good !!!

[@ABD4VIDS]

Great setup!! Really good idea!

[@thomascrook8757]

Great set up I’m currently working on my own similar kit so it’s good to see this vid great work mate

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers mate 👍

[@MartysRamblings2024]

Great video and nice belt kit. I also enjoy the outdoors, hiking, bushcraft, camping, and survival. I love my packs, pouches, and kits. Kind of an addiction, but could be worst LOL. I have a bushcraft belt, daypack, and large pack which are always changing, but finally close to having everything how I want it. My bushcraft belt started out small but now is a full survival kit including shelter and cook. I actually wear it with my pack so I always feel prepared. Again great video and I am enjoying your channel!

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers mate 👍

[@bryanwilliams9456]

Hi Tom. Just re- watching all your old footage. Great video as always. Good content and well delivered. One question for you regarding your jacket you are wearing in this video. What brand is it and where to purchase one. A link will be great. Would you possibly make a video on your clothing choices for different activities and why you selected them. That would certainly interest me and others i assume. Be safe and ready pal.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Thanks Bryan. It’s an Arcteryx LEAF Alpha. Yep will look at that at some point.

[@muddy-phoxxadventures2094]

Like yourself I love the webbing. I use helikon-tex foxtrot mk2 belt rig excellent setup nearly the same.

[@bushcraftbasics2036]

Webbing/belt kit is always awesome.

[@prospero6337]

Nice work....clean and uber capable. Great handy pouch for the Bacho. With that the ESSE and Multitool you are set for a quick compound set up anywhere. I looked at my zipper busting IFAK today and thought how much I really need to streamline it. As it is you would think I was prepped for taking out Appendix in the Bush. That Direct Action stuff is Deeeeluxe. The dump pouch is an extra extra cool design. Thanks ! 🇺🇸💥🇬🇧🌟

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers mate, yeah I love the Direct Action kit, it's quite expensive though.

[@erroleabrown4317]

I just got a waist pack their excellent for keeping the important thing close by. Excellent video to thank you.

[@andywootten6851]

Would you rate/recommend this type of setup for, "Bushcraft Beginners" or is it because you're used to wearing a belt kit? Recently started dabbling in the hobby, (well I've put some gear together that I haven't had chance/been arsed using yet) so always interested in pragmatic and informative reviews/tips.

[@carpideom]

Cracking video Tom, Belt kit its the law 👊

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Roger!

[@themodernminuteman2557]

I like it! Same philosophy as a battle belt just set up for a different mission! Great stuff!

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers mate 👍

[@liamhargreaves7135]

Webbing is the way forward as a infantryman even in Afghan I was rocking my belt kit 🤘🏻

[@dai19721]

little circle candles great for quick stop warm up.

[@168Diplomat]

I was an airborne LRSD Ranger back in the 80’s. I didn’t mind the LBE. Later I switched to a vest which I think was way more comfortable.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

I did the same as it goes mate. We were hosted by the 82nd LRSD on Purple Star in 1996.

[@168Diplomat]

@@PreparedPathfinder that’s cool. I hope that you had a good time and that they treated you well.

[@alanrice39]

Nice kit, I’ve been working on a belt kit, using a haversack too.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Roger, I have a grab bag that I can add to this belt kit if I want to carry a waterproof jacket, warm kit, water etc.

[@inguzwulf]

Had many different variations on this over the years. At the very least I wear knife, fire and first aid kit (cuts and burns) on my belt, maybe basic rats. My bastards (cos I ain't got friends, lol) have ribbed me about my bat-belt but I don't need to lug my bergen with me where ever I go. I'm still tinkering. Like what you've got. Your dump pouch is better than mine🙂

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers mate, those bastards just sound jealous to me! Ha ha!

[@jarvisskooge8602]

Nice setup… didn’t see one but consider a compass & emergency whistle.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

They go in my pockets mate.

[@Retired-Tom]

My belt kit has to be built around a 12gauge cartridge belt and has low slung movable pouches an open top dump pouch for spent cartridges, rubbish and anything else I may pick up. I also have on it, a folding saw and medium size lock knife, green string, and para cord for hide building all for my shooting. Water and a pouch depends on temperature and how close my bergan is. Individual personal first aid and leatherman, top left pocket, where else😉

[@outdoorbasics2562]

Outstanding mate like that IFAK pouch thanks for the mention from the pro side 😁🤙

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers mucker 👍

[@TheSaneHatter]

I've been contemplating making up one of these for a long time, but perhaps with something a little more old-school: the Sam Browne belt. I've been wondering if it might be a good way to carry the 2-lb. kukri knife that's an intended part of my gear....

[@susanp.collins7834]

I call mine my POM Kit (stands for Peace Of Mind Kit). It's in an old black and white zip-up toiletry bag with a handle on top. I've siliconed the inside of the bag so I can carry water in it. I have a supplementary belt-loop bag in it so if I HAVE to carry water in it I have something to chuck everything into. I have two ziplock bags of 600ml capacity each to carry more water. My SAK Pioneer. Good firestarting stuff including something called a Fire Buddy (looks like a small candy bar and you just light the wrapper.) I've got a lot of stuff in that bag... It weighs 1.8kgs. It fits perfectly into my handbag as well...

[@moorshound3243]

The belt kit is the way to go. But the 58 pattern webbing is a little much ha. Still looking for a good belt kit.

[@joelahnstein2281]

Used LBE in the army and still have it. It never left my body in the field unless in a fart sack and then it was in arms reach

[@KT_survival]

Great kit! Everything what's really necessary. Cheers!

[@clansman3766]

Nice bit of kit bud 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@maxfaubus3116HiddenChurch]

Very nice. Sleek and simple

[@AnvilAirsoftTV]

Thanks. Really interesting overview.

[@jayshields9919]

Cheers mate👍👍👍

[@Divyanshu0236]

Nice kit 😀👍

[@thinkingsurvival]

You have alot of nice kit. One thing I might recommend is a little bit of shelter gear. A heavy duty space blanket or 7x7 tarp along with a trash bag go a long way in keeping you dry and giving you some extra protection from the elements. Along with that ,I might suggest a pocket kit like I have on my channel as a simple redundancy. Thanks for posting.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

There’s no need for any shelter, l won’t be far from my pack. I didn’t mention my pocket contents at all.

[@thinkingsurvival]

@@PreparedPathfinder , oh ok, I was just thinking the belt kit was something that supplemented your backpack, but was also intended to be used alone should you be separated from your bigger bag ... Similarly the pocket gear comment. Thanks for showing your kit though and have a nice evening.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@thinkingsurvival I would take a small grab bag in addition to this belt with me if l was moving any distance from my main pack, maybe l’ll put together a video on that too. Cheers mate, and you 👍

[@thinkingsurvival]

@@PreparedPathfinder ,sounds like a good video idea. I really like to see what people use as their minimum gear when out in case they were separated from their backpack or it didn't make sense to have a larger kit. Anyway ,thanks for showing your outdoor gear.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@thinkingsurvival cheers mate 👍

[@BillHinson]

Absolutely great kit

[@vanwhalen3719]

That is a really nice set up mate!

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers mate

[@lenmorris9164]

Great kit well thought out and no novelty items. well done. - other than I would be lost without my axe

[@TheFossilChannel]

Excellent video my friend. greetings from ny state. thanks!

[@xusmico187]

1st layer in pockets, 2d later on my belt (with suspenders) love it. do require all belt to be load rated

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Yep l didn’t even go into my pocket contents. I did a series about the three layers of a soldier’s kit carriage recently.

[@slickwillie3376]

Nice, but I would try to figure out a way to add a woodworking tool set/pouch somehow myself, with an awl, a straight chisel, a curved chisel, a 1/4 inch hand drill, and a couple of other things.

[@HarryFenton6124]

If I go camping these days it`s by bike. My knees just can`t cope with a heavy pack anymore. On a day walk I wear my old combat jacket with every pocket full of kit and a day bag with my flask of tea ( and my newly added emergency tin). Here in France an essential item is a hardwood walking stick. Wild Boar and nasty hunters dogs can be bumped into at any time in the forests, and a stick at least makes me feel brave.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Fair one mate, as l mentioned, everyone has their own needs and circumstances.

[@j.a.8970]

Superb. Loving the channel. 🤘from 🇨🇦

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers mate! 👍

[@TommieG_B_ME]

I like that. Who makes your jacket???

[@PreparedPathfinder]

It's an Arcteryx LEAF Alpha mate.

[@jeffreycoulter4095]

Very nice kit. Thank you

[@pandaoutdoors4x4s]

Great video as all was been looking at a belt set up for my kit defo going set one up now after watching this video

[@spacedredd]

What a well thought out belt. It's a shame you can't add a Browning or Glock service pistol. JK.. I know us Americans can't go anywhere w/o a gun... 😁 I've recently updated my Batman Utility Belt w/the IFAK like yours in the small of my back for left or right access. Great video!!! Thank you for posting...

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Cheers mate 👍

[@josereartesbustos714]

X TYR!!.. congeatulations!!.. Argentina 🇦🇷👍

[@tomasslegl9958]

Moc hesky Super video Video 🎥 🇨🇿🇨🇿🇨🇿🇨🇿🇨🇿🇨🇿 Hlavně zdravy

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Thanks mate!

[@marksadventures3889]

I'm on the pro side too. It can keep the goto stuff easy to grab.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Absolutely mate, cheers!

[@markjamestuff]

Give a silky laplander a try, love mine

[@PreparedPathfinder]

This is a Laplander mate, by Bahco. I heard the Silky ones are decent.

[@albert21able]

Great Video I have a similar belt kit Tom Mine comprises around Warrior pouches and belt, My Knife is a Rick Hinderer made in USA, I have a Kathryn Water filtration Bottle, Like your Drop Pouch, Must get One.

[@mikelawes9104]

Great video , did you make the drop loop for you see knife or did you buy it?

[@PreparedPathfinder]

I bought it.

[@mikelawes9104]

Any idea where you got it from?

[@comedypedro]

Nice vid, can I ask what brand the dump pouch is? Never seen one like that before.

[@PreparedPathfinder]

It's a Viper Stuffa Dump Pouch mate, nice compact bit of kit.

[@comedypedro]

@@PreparedPathfinder cheers mate, yeah looks nice and compact, I have the Viper Covert dump pouch but the Stuffa looks even smaller 👌

[@jamesr792]

Looks well thought out to me I never understood why some people Carry their knives on their packs. Always thought that a knife should be on your belt for obvious reasons. Same with your pistol if you’re in a place where getting and carrying one is an option. Not sure why proper belt kit kind of fell by the wayside… it’s still definitely got a place for me! Im a big fan of the American ALICE system. It’s solid gear and it’s ridiculously CHEAP.

[@flashgordon1262]

im having to google a few of the items you mention ...thats a good sign!

[@PreparedPathfinder]

Fair one! I'm going to put some links in the description as so many people have asked me.

[@flashgordon1262]

@@PreparedPathfinder it was the israealy bandage thingy..never heard of it seems good though!

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@flashgordon1262 they're standard issue in the UK Armed Forces, they enable you to put compression directly onto a wound in order to help stem blood loss. Far better than the old field dressings we used to get.

[@flashgordon1262]

@@PreparedPathfinder Didnt know...i got as far as army cadets ...not quite as professional as the big guys ,they do look good though

[@PreparedPathfinder]

@@flashgordon1262 yeah they're decent mate. I just put links to everything in the description.

[@Welshboyo76]

Quick question…… what make /model is the jacket you are wearing please ??

[@PreparedPathfinder]

It's an Arcteryx LEAF Alpha Gen 1.

[@seewaage]

Nice setup!