FR-1 Survival Pouch

[@amandahammond2691]

Pals webbing is how MOLLE works. MOLLE is specifically the name of the equipment complex in use by the army. PALS is just the connection system, like M1956 slide keepers (aka "alice clips") or M1910 wire hanger hooks.

[@ExpeditionAwareness]

Sootch, noticed I have the same SOG tool and M16 knife in my small survival kit I keep in my Jeep. I wanted to mention, that while the Maxpedition stuff looks great - it seems pricey taking into account the stuff is made in Taiwan. I prefer to stick with made the USA gear of this type.

[@northcacalacka545]

On the area's that like to hold the water, you can spray it with silicone spray and it will help keep the water out. I use the same stuff I use on my boots to keep them water-resistant. It's called KIWI Camp Dry.

[@largol33t1]

2:46 - actually, I think they intended for the internal bungee cord to hold the door open at 45 degrees when it's worn on a belt. This keeps the internal stuff from falling out so you can access it without having to take your belt off. I had an old cell phone case that worked exactly like this.

[@jublywubly]

I've heard a similar story that it's designed for the same purpose, as you've said, but for when the FR-1 is attached to a backpack as a "first response" med kit. (I presume "first response" is why it's called a "FR-1").

[@DeadEyeDillard]

I have mine attached to my backpack and use it as a medical pouch. It easily holds trauma shears, 2 medical clamps, CAT tourniquet, medical tape, 2 pressure dressings, needle nose pliers, glow stick, alcohol based hand sanitizer, and a small "boo-boo" kit with antiseptic wipes, bandaids, etc. It is similar in size to the one shown in the video. Thanks for the review!

[@OpaKnows]

This was the first item from Maxpedition I acquired. It really is tough to top as an all-around pouch. It is so versatile, and will last for decades, if mine is any indication. Mine started out as a B.O.B. as well, but moved to a level 1 1st aid kit after I got more aid gear. I had the liner for the zipper and the PALS webbing h20 treated, so it's now almost dunkable and stays dry. It is still the one item that goes with me everywhere every time. Thanks for re-showing this great pouch!

[@alzathoth]

I wish the condor rip away pouch had the adjustable clam shell paracord ties. this is a very clever and simple way to only allow the pouch to open part way, instead of dropping completely open. thanks for the great video sootch.

[@MrTangent]

@Helikaon9 More importantly, they're not made in the U.S. I think their gear is great but I'll stick to TAD Gear, Spec Ops Brand, Tactical Tailor and so on, as they employ American seamstresses. I won't buy Maxpedition gear again until they bring the jobs back home.

[@ginaleefarber2422]

I am on about 15 meds shots for diabetes and my otcs. I can pack these with a small trauma kit then I work hand in hand with my family because in our situation we are bugging in. I never carry more than two days of my pain meds. So if I was killed or whatever they will get nothing. This bag has so much potential that the family will each have one with a few goodies. My Mom and I have large, well stocked but need to add quick clot. Thank you very much for taking time and teaching us from your point of view. Be blessed.

[@Shorty_Lickens]

If you are trying to save space for other stuff you can swap out the big Sog tool for a Sog Crosscut or Leatherman Squirt. Gerber also has mini tools. You should add a Photon keychain light, possibly to the outside. Makes it easier if you can grab it in the dark, and helps find other stuff in the bag or a larger flashlight. Add a Rite In The Rain pen or Fisher Space pen. Useful for more than just writing. Also maybe Rite In Rain waterproof notepad. And a big reflective mirror. FireSteel.

[@Shorty_Lickens]

Oh, one more tip. Swap your green paracord with the bright neon variety. Easier to see, especially in dark. If you need to leave breadcrumbs for whatever reason (for yourself or others), cut off a couple inches at a time and tie them to branches. You could even take multiple colors and if you had some sort of coding system, you could communicate with others in your party. Red/red/blue means emergency, need medical help. Or whatever.

[@mwhatley64]

Waterproof the inner contents. Any nylon pouch that does not have a drainage method on it will fill up and hold water. You need water to drain from first and second line gear as soon as possible due to the weight it adds. spend a few days in and out of various sized bodies of water and this becomes apparent.

[@fastacker2]

I would add Steel cup, a 1qt Ziplock bag for water, firesteel, poncho, fork, a mini-fishing kit and some snare wire. You can get a pack almost as nice from Academy in the hunting section. I have both and actually prefer the one from Academy. Its not as stiff and doesn't look so military. Waterproof pack would be better. those zippers will leak. But if you have a poncho, just carry it under that.

[@90six90]

Another thing you might think about is a short length (6"-12") of re-rolled black electrical tape for binding a cut on your finger/hand. That's pretty much the only place I ever cut myself and I've found it's pretty durable, and holds really well, over a band-aid. Plus electrical tape is useful in general, as a bonus

[@WowMike2002]

Easy Answer: Wrap everything in ziplock bags. Standard rule of thumb when hiking.. make sure it is waterproof, and if it isn't, stick it in something that is! Nothing worse then getting an EM Field Kit soaking wet, makes a bunch of it worthless to use until things dry out.

[@rickyphillips5768]

I just bought one. I live in hawaii. Can't wait to set it up

[@lookingup82]

I recommend a pair of tweezers., a pair of medical gloves, mouth shield,and small container of antibacterial hand wash. Tiny pack.. wouldn't hold ER type stuff.-recommend candy(glucose tabs)or something for hypoglycemia.

[@MrStr8shooter]

I like to watch B.O.B videos just to see what other people carry to learn new ideas there is one thing I learned in the scouts is to carry some lint from your clothes dryer it is free doesn't weight anything is very compactible and is great for starting fires when you cant find dry kindling like your video thanks

[@dbenoit5140]

MrStr8shooter i am fixing to make a Bob video

[@1fanger]

First aid kits are for beach bums who step on a clamshell. The man does have a good field dressing though. No bandage to tape it down, I see. I always carry a good med kit with me in the truck that has sutures, compresses and plenty of electrician`s tape, much better than stupid bandaids. Eye wash, burn cream (meleluca), and a snakebite kit.Also, he needs to carry at least a $20 bill in there. I agree that more munchies would be appropriate. Fresh roasted peanuts are my favs to carry.

[@gilbs72]

Except for combat use, high-visibility color and reflector strips will make it easier to retrieve an emergency kit in rubble, mud, vegetation, ice, water, etc. Also helps rescuers locate a victim who is injured or unconscious.

[@679iceman]

For the same price I'd rather get the tactical tailor fight lite E & E pouch $35 .00 and made in the USA

[@thewikkidone]

the one thing I haven't seen in a kit yet in a kit is a military issue tourniquet. Great set up of the bag though! nice and compact

[@moFirearms]

Q: Do you get compensation in some way from Maxpedition (merchandise/$)? Do you pay regular prices like all of us would?

[@NoMoWires]

Yes, it absolutely does. And it should be disclosed so the viewing public knows.

[@jublywubly]

The best type, I know of, are Cyalume. I'm fairly certain their the brand used by the military. They're brighter and last longer than any other types I've seen. Still, party glow sticks are a hell of a lot cheaper, and come in a wider variety of sizes, so I've also got some of those in my survival pack. :-)

[@maxartone1]

I would add the Sterling Sharpener to your survival pouch, at 0.5oz, its a great addition and it sharpens almost anything from knives to axes. I have one in my pouch, one in my backpack and one in the car. A dull blade will kill you faster than almost anything.

[@elira67]

One more thing to add to my Christmas List, i definately have to have this...thanks Sootch...

[@Cobrey92]

I did this, but with a voodoo tactical medical pack. Has all the elastic straps and is cheaper, but not the same quality of maxpedition, but it works.

[@jahangus]

did you get this bag for free in order to review?

[@WeThePeople2020]

I bought one of these to see how good it would be to keep in my truck as a vehicle edc. after awhile it got turned into my gun cleaning kit. Great pouch and holds everything for all your gun cleaning needs.

[@dieselsmoke21]

I bought a Mongo Versipack and originally a condor foldout IFAK. The condor won't fit due to the fact that it needs 3 rows of Molle webbing and there is only 2 on the side pouch of the Mongo. I plan on getting this pouch to use as a IFAK on my Mongo because I'm a truck driver and could need it for myself of be the first one on a accident and need to render first aid. By the way I love my Mongo and use it every day.

[@giovannawatts5147]

He has a nice voice. He should be one of those narrators for tv or movies.

[@Virihaure]

You did good commercial for that pouch, I ran to buy it emedietly.....BUT it was sold out at the only store in Stockholm that sells it even though it said on their website it was in stock. That made so frustrated! I had to wait three more days until they had ordered it from the agent for the Swedish market. Brilliant pouch for EDC, mine is fully loaded with "good to have stuff".

[@edmeraan2]

Been watchin this video over and over, finally got my own pouch! Goin Hunting for the first time this fall, by then I will have this pouch all geared up with the essentials. Best review ever, Thanks Huge!

[@TIEGUY17]

I'm getting two of these to attach to my Vulture II. One as a utility pouch and one for a customized medical kit. Thanks for the great review. Excellent ideas for a mini survival kit by the way! My friends and I love your reviews. Keep'em comin!

[@gunswiththedutchman]

Excellent review and very professionally done. Clearly you've spent considerable time thinking out the best way to pack your gear.

[@iLovetheeighties]

So you have 2 compass for redundancy but zero extra batteries for either of your flashlights. On top of that both of your lights are total garbage.

[@wukipl]

The fabric on Maxpedition products is really thought. But there is a design flaw. Uncovered zipper. In wet weather water will find it's way inside through zipper.

[@nickwoo2]

Wow 37 bucks is pretty high for just a bag that small.

[@GargamelThinks]

CRAZY GLUE! I can't emphasize enough the applicability of CRAZY GLUE in kits. It's and INSTANT wound stitch, better than butterfly, it makes tiny knots stronger, has immense practical applications in survival and is tiny.

[@smallhouse35]

wow. do you think that this or another similar pouch is good to be attached under a banana seat of a mountain bike? I have seen a trail biker do such that with their bike and it gave a better alternative from wearing bulky cargoes or backpacks.

[@APheonixPretense8]

Almost everything you buy as far as quality packs and bags will not be water tight in the least. thats why you put the kit in a h2o proof sack/container. Agree his isnt solid, but maxpedition is

[@frankgon4]

I like the way it will sit up. The different compartments appeal to me. I like it. I had not thought of .Zip Ties or permanent marker in my kit. Thanks for the idea.

[@eyespy0099]

great review. i can see myself having one of these around prepped and ready to be added on to the outside of a pack, thank you

[@alexanderarchangel1670]

Is this made in China?

[@ThatCleanMT]

Yea

[@MikeW259]

@sootch00 Why matches and a lighter Sootch? Why not just replace it with a magnesium fire starter? A magnesium fire starter would last much longer than both of them right?

[@timmytyphoon]

It may sound starnge but feminine panty liners make reasonably decent wound dressings and take up very little space. They work very much like a gian band aid.

[@The85F0X]

i want to know about that filter straw...good review

[@philosophiliac]

Thinking of getting this and customising as a drop-leg medical pouch... probably run a loop off a belt and then attach a second loop to go around the upper thigh to secure. I already have some maxpedition gear so I know about the amazing build quality of their products - my question relates to the size. Do you think it would be too bulky for a thigh-level pouch? Probably sit it left leg on the halfway mark between the front and side of my thigh. Can you compare it eg to a remora?

[@sigalitnakar]

We loved your review, especially the loops upon loops, and going wild at the end! well done! god bless !

[@TheGrayman1234]

Thanks for the look. A friend of mine has one and uses it as a medical pack. Maxpedition create good items no doubt.

[@limppy]

fr-1 is the best compact medical kit i have ever used great review

[@chopper4928]

Love that bag ! I use mine as a 1st aid kit in my EDC bag ( monsoon ) did I mention I love these bags . But anyways I took notes from nutn's 1st aid kit vids an made my own. Holds enough gear for at least two at what nutn calls a level 2 kit. Keep the great vids coming . And Merry Christmas to you and yours sir.

[@bruceforster3709]

I have three bags: A SOG (Rush 72 Copy) for my GHB. A Falcon II that I keep my Motorcycle gear & Medical kit in when I go out on my DR 650. And lastly, I'm a CERT Volunteer & have a Foliage Green Condor II for that purpose. I just ordered a Maxpedition Beefy Organizer-My plan for this bag is to be my Have-On-Hand-At-All-Times EDC Bag, with my tools, small medical kit, lights & Batteries, One Day emergency food in case I'm forced to be out overnight somewhere, a second Lifestrraw, Fire Kit, a 5 Amp usb battery & Goal Zero mini usb light (10 Hour runtime), SOL Bivvy, and other everyday essentials. My ultimate goal is for my Beefy to be the "Bridge" as it were. The Beefy will be with me at all times, no matter what. IT will be the GLUE that holds my emergency gear together, as I can now use it with ANY of my three bags whenever the need arises-Cheaper than buying THREE EDC Kits.

[@SurviveN2]

This pouch is like a Molle pouch I use on my web belt, one thing I like about this pouch is that you can open it flat (180) and mine will open only 90. The handle does not appeal to me, but that is just me. Good video and review as usual. Take Care :-))

[@TheECOChannel]

Fantastic review. You had me sold after the first two minutes. I'm gonna have to pick one of these bad boys up.

[@dannykoolaid1037]

Most people put a blanket, warm clothes, stuff, etc... in their trunk, but what about if your pinned down in the front seat, possibly injured, and you can't access the trunk? For this reason I am considering how to make a glove box survival kit. The kit that I'm making isn't complete yet, but so far I have a few fruit bars, a few bottles of water, a map reading compass, a duatang with a bunch of maps in it and what I'm calling a 'winter kit'. My winter kit is a pencil case with a freezer bag inside of it for waterproofing containing a thick pair of socks, a lighter, a toque, a cheap pair of compact thin gloves, and a survival blanket (I can't fit anything else into winter kit). If anyone has any ideas regarding a glove compartment backup survival kit, I am interested in your idea's. The kit that I am putting together is a backup for the eventuality that I might be pinned down and unable to physically access the trunk. It therefore must be able to fit in the glove compartment for better access. Thanks, I am looking forward to any ideas that you may have! :D !!!!!!!!!

[@moderncaveman100]

It's funny I came across your video today. I was just looking at this kit the other day and thinking of getting it to use for what your using it for. Thanks for the great vid!

[@angryagain68]

nice kit . you might think about up grading your mylar blanket to a Adventure medkits "heat sheat blanket" They are quieter, they dont fall apart as easily and are reuseable. I think i would also try to add some sort of container. "a small tin cup" maybe.

[@OurTimeIsOut]

Nice pack.

[@SignedSign]

2 huge flaws.. when you poored water on it to demonstrate the water resistance, some water came on the huge side zipper and it got instantly soaked, meaning in heavy rain that bags content will get soaked in minutes, second flaw is based on the first one, your only means of making fire is a small box of matches and a lighter? well when they get wet they are both out of business so do pack a proper firesteel instead of those matches, do keep the lighter for dry conditions as a main firestarter

[@davidcooper6704]

SOLD - a nice bit of kit and well demonstrated. A must have for me.

[@rickisdickis]

that flashlights the first thing to get lost

[@bradtravis9321]

It can't be submerged in water is my only problem. I been looking for a pack of that size that can be submerged.

[@Leonidas656565]

Sadly I am only 15 and im restricted to what i can get from my dad his buddies and my pay (haha im 15 so imagine what i get payed). I got a nice pack a couple years back and ive got it pretty similarly to yours. nice pack.

[@zekelane1535]

all is good but the duct tape on a card isnt a good idea because it takes some of the stuff that makes it stick off making it almost useless

[@TadRapidly]

i went on an organizer ordering frenzy this weekend. I ordered the micro, the mini, the fatty and the edc organizer. hehe!

[@aikido10]

Do you think this would fit on the front of the Sitka or is it too big?

[@ginaleefarber2422]

I like this pack. I am on several medications and diabetic supplies and have places for insulin and all

[@OfficialFPSCBOTB]

I would add a signal mirror to the loadout, as well as some salt tabs (or a few pouches of gatorade powder (individual servings). Nice looking bag; I would grab two, one for a loadout similar to yours, and one for nothing but medical (wrap a strip of red tape around the carry handle for an easy way to differentiate the two bags). It would also make a great camp or hunting bag as well.

[@rjc071]

Sootch, I use something very similar to carry spare pistol ammo, clips and cleaning kit at the moment. I'll probably get three or four FR-1s in the near future, because the cases I am using now are over 25 years old, and probably need to be replaced. When I am overseas, I'll probably use an FR-1 as my Comm Bag, for my satellite phone, spare batteries, headset and palm top computer. And, there will still be room for a couple of Clif Bars, too!

[@CampfireTalk]

Thanks for taking us through this handy pouch from Maxpedition. I'm just going to throw out a couple of items that I would have in there. These would probably be redundancy items for you, but maybe it will spark an idea for you or someone else. water purification tabs, spare batteries, dedicated stream light nano for this pouch, light my fire fire steel, spare cash, bandana Thanks for all your hard work & take care

[@rickzolla4133]

I always like to buy an inexpensive product from a company to test a companies products. This will be my 'test' of Maxpedition products. BTW, excellent review!!!

[@Dragon7697]

I found out that walmart.com now sells maxpedition but only online there prices are about the same or a little bit cheaper

[@lookingup82]

medicine kit...something like that would have to include hard candy and medical tape and more dressing/bandages. the little bob-boo kit.? Tiny bandaids are useless..bandaiods hold water at the site of the cut and tend to cause a worse infection or healing time. Neosporin is good for outdoors where no hand washing in avail.

[@robertmiller4580]

Very nice pouch and I agree it makes a very good first aid pouch and survival push but also an extended fire kit pouch to among other things

[@collinspencer6007]

sketchbooks you make me one of these kits

[@TheDishD]

once again top reveiw vid sootch, Merry Xmas to you and yours bro.

[@Mossy500A]

Great gear, and another great vid.

[@eirikmurito]

i think this pouch is expensive. instead of this pouch i purchased a backpack with more features, more pockets and more space. i also paid about the same, if not less :) i can see situations that this pouch is more useful though :)

[@GetOutNGo]

@Garciamrcool medicated chapstick can double for small wound cleanser. also, chapstick in general can be applied to flamable material to make it burn longer.

[@WilliamVultaggio]

very dependabe layout, but i sugest u get another knife, in by experiances, the m16 isnt reliable

[@ravenessex]

I love this pouch it is versatile and well made!!

[@bowmaster24]

Such a good survival pack! Im really into the whole survival thing myself. I have a kit around here somewhere.

[@weaponsdrawn]

Really nice setup. Great pack.

[@88GRENADE88]

Cool little kit Sootch, do you think you can talk some more about those filter straws?

[@mrsmithsmith8418]

The Sootch code does not work!

[@booma2449]

Hey Sooch what is the difference between the fr-1 and the fr-1 decbogo?

[@lastdollarfilms]

A single layer of tape around the P-38 keeps it tucked in. I'm working on a kit much like this but am using a camera bag from walmart. Its about the same size but I already had it so...

[@TeletubbiesRcute]

Great survival kit! Have you considered switching the zip ties with wire? A zip tie is a one-time-thing, while steel wire can be re-used, and has a lot of different survival uses.

[@679iceman]

I always wrap paracord around the handles of my gear, it helps with grip and with comfort

[@randyfleming3004]

Super nice 👍👍👍👍👍

[@Lellobeetle]

Sootch could sell ice in the South Pole! Of course, Maxpedition ain't no slouch.

[@Rofocowboy84]

I plan on doing the same exact thing with a Condor Rip-Away EMT Pouch that I got to put on my battle belt.

[@jayallen1971]

Sootch makes some bad ass videos! My next purchase WILL be the U.S. Grunt Gear AK/AR Chest Rig. I've been looking for a good chest rig or LBV and Sootch absolutely sold me on this particular setup. Now, thanks to Sootch, I'm going to add the FR-1 to my rig. Thanks Sootch, keep the great videos coming! Mad respect for ya man!

[@angryagain68]

love your kit! Also dig the Vietnam era G.I. pressure dressing. Carryied them in the Army, now i have them stashed in first aid kits, glove boxes and in bug out bags. Good stuff.

[@PlebScrubber]

i have that knife, CRKT m16 its excellent

[@awayfromhere3905]

I can't tell if this first aid kit is khaki or od green.

[@nixda36]

very nice i could imagina a thousand uses for it!!!

[@bobc1003]

I enjoy your videos. I would like to see one done that combines how the Survival Pouch, Bug Out Bag, Home Defense Bag, Get Home Bag, Medical Kit, and so on are interrelated. It seems like there is a lot of overlap. There should be a way to get these combined, for example the FR-1 Survival Pouch would be integrated in the Get Home Bag or the Bug Out Bag (or both). Thanks for your work on these videos.