Green Beret’s Bug out Bag | Survival Prepper | Tactical Rifleman

This week on Tactical Rifleman I wanted to cover what I carry in my “Red Bag.” Some people would call it a “Bug Out Bag” or “Get Home Bag.” I’m not big on those names, as it gives thoughts that I am some nut case Prepper. That is not the case. I am just a retired Green Beret that has had “preparedness” beat all the way down into my DNA.
After our “Hiking Bag” video did so well; we got a lot of comments asking for me to show what was in my “Bug Out Bag.” A lot of students that attend our courses, likewise, wanted me to do a video about my “Bug Out Bag.” So, OK; here it is, but don’t bitch because I didn’t show you any need secret kit for you to buy or any “magical” piece of gear that you just HAVE to get. Nope. Just my bag of stuff that I want to have with me.
So, this minimalist bag is going to really let down all the survivalists that follow our channel. Sorry about that. However, on the flip side, a lot of our other viewers are also gonna scream that I have WAY too much crap to drag around with me all over the planet. So, either way, I loose. Except, that I don’t care. This is what I carry in my vehicle. It is currently in my jeep; as I just returned from a trip to Memphis to teach a course. It’s a 4 hour drive, one way. Never touched the bag the whole weekend. Didn’t bother me a bit. However, if something had happened, it was there for me, to make my life easier.
I hope you enjoy the video, and I really do look forward to reading all the comments from all our viewers out there. I’m hoping there are lots of suggestions for other great items that I might have missed, as I do still have a bit of room left. However, I have a feeling that 90%of the suggestions will be for items that I already have stashed in my vehicles. I wasn’t joking when I said that Jeep is loaded down with great gear.
To help you out finding some of these items, before you ask, here is a list of links to most of the items:
Salomons Hiking Shoes
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Leatherman Surge
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Compass
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Southord Lockpick Set www.southord.c...
Petzl Head Lamp
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SpyderCo Endura
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Whole Book Set
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Signal Mirror
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PVS-14
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Steel Bottle
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Cup
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Knife Sharpener
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Iodine Tablets
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Stasha
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Survivor Filter
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Saw
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Hand Sanitizer
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Food Bars
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Figure-8
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SPectra Line
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SOL Emergency Bivi Bag
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Body Glide
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Iridium Phone satellitephone...
Spot Gen3 (an alternative to the Iridium Phone)
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Gaiters
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TP
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Mechanics Leather Gloves
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Energizer Solar Charger
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Survivor Filter Electric Filter
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Mountain Serape www.hillpeople...
Maps
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Spiderwire Fishing line
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Speed Hooks
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Moleskin
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[@kan-zee]

*Video Time Stamp* 1:02....Which BOB to take with you *(What is the Liter size?)* 3:46....Button compass & Pace / Ranger Beads 4:50....Extra broke in Hiking shoes / *EDC* items 5:06....Leatherman surge / 5:30....Compass & Lockpicks / 6:00....Petzel Headlamp / chocolate expresso beans 6:40.... *EDC* Spiderco Pocket knife / chapstick/ pistol & xtra mag 7:11.... Phones and useful apps 9:00.... Med Gear / Pill Case = tylenol / benedryl / imodium / baby aspirin / etc eyedrops / 9:30... ☑️✍🏼 *Inventory Check list of Expire items* 10:52...Signal Mirror & Note pad 11:07...List of IFAK video = kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3Kok3WJj6-Dj6M 11:43...Small bits and bobs stuff = Electrical tape / 12:34...Hearing aid batteries / toothbrush & paste / dental floss / chapstick / spork 13:43...Back up battery for electronics with cables / space pen / 14:42...backup reading glasses / Coin 15:35...Pvs14 nite vision scope / extra batteries & rechargeable / 16:40...Stashaa / StainlessSteel Nalgene bottles & Cup filled with..tripwire/ small compass/ flashlight/ wrist compass/ knife sharpener/ handsanitizer / 2X bic lighter with ducttape around it / electrolyte tablets / Penzil headlamp / superglue gel / iodine tablets water treatment 21:22...Survivor Filter replace the lifestraw. 3x prefilters , ducttaped on filter. 3x Water bladders. 22:50...fixed blade knife / Folding Saw / Instant Coffee with Sugar added / Emergency C packets 24:52.. *FOOD =* Survival hi Calorie bars 25:53.. figure 8 / snaplink and spector line 26:47...550 P-Cord x 200feet 26:59...SOS Bivy 27:25...double end brush for weapon cleaning 27:42...headfilters & coffee filters / Trash bags 28:25...Body Glide for chaffing 29:00...Communications SAT PHONE / whistle/ cell phone 30:39...Gaiters 31:34...xtra socks / beanie / 3x bum ticket rolls / Gloves 32:54...Fold out Charging Panel & cables / recharge battery bank 33:09...Attachable Compression bag for extra items 34:00...Battery operated Water Pump 34:55...Quick list of extra Items 35:37 ..Maps / Fishing Kit / 36:50..Mole skine / 3x mags / small velcro light / Excellent video....😎👍👍👍 *Is that a 35litre or larger size bag ??* Love that you included a proper check list....they really prevent headaches ☑️✍🏼 😎 👍 📓

[@TacticalRifleman]

Kanzee, you put a lot of time into this. Thanks for helping our viewers out. I didn't realize how much shit I had in there... that's a big list. Thanks for watching, TR

[@JimmySilverFoot]

Not all heros wear capes

[@2josephpowers]

Great Job, thanks for the edit.

[@SilverGorilla1776]

Kanzee Thank you. Took time and is very helpful!

[@2001eloc]

Your a psychopath.... No I'm just ahead of the curve

[@fraudatormortis5603]

"You're soft......you work in an office. I get it..." Almost pissed myself.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@brianmurphy6760]

Karl, I couldn't agree more that knowledge is key when it comes to this. Nineteen pounds is my limit, and I am confident in my ability to make do with this. I don't have to be super comfortable. I just have to stay alive. It's way easier on the back, legs, and feet. Also, you don't look like you're storming the castle. It's great to blend in, and look unassuming. Great video! I'm making my wife watch this so she can here someone other than me preaching that you don't need to try, and pack the entire house into a bag. I one hundred percent believe this mentality, and live it. Thanks, brother.

[@johnsthought4952]

How did Karl fill that bag? Everything takes zero space. If I need to bug-out, I'm taking Karl

[@Dino2GunZ]

I was thinking the same thing

[@JohnFourtyTwo]

- Use your cellphone calendar function and plug in the expiration dates of your meds and batteries. - Toothpaste expires also so I would put a full tube in and rotate it with that in your bathroom. When you run out in the bathroom, take the one in your bag and buy a new one for the bag. - Rite in the Rain makes an excellent .9mm pencil like we used to get in the military, I highly recommend its a companion to your Rite in the Rain pen. - The bad thing about duct tape is it looses it's adhesivety when you reapply it, so I don't recommend taping it all over other items to save space and weight. I have a full or partial roll and deal with it. - I would carry the survival knife at the top of the bag on the inside or attached outside the bag or on me. - Walmart sells the survival food bricks that are similar to the lifeboat rations. - Get the largest heavy duty trash bags you can find, not the little kitchen bags. I also have huge tri-wall shrouds that are huge and make perfect shelters in a pinch, they're much thicker than any trashbag you'll find and are clear. They come in rolls of 50 or 100 and are not cheap.

[@nabilafiq1211]

A 42 min TR video? Time to get the popcorn!

[@chrism6904]

Shit, I never noticed! Glad I saw your comment haha! Guess I'll save it for later tonight. Will give me something to look forward too. (Just got off work and I'm tired as fuuuuck)

[@erikramirez1932]

Nabil Afiq LoL

[@luismendoza9707]

Just realizing at 29:32 Haha

[@CommanderApple]

In the German Bundewehr instead of a Spork we use a "Flöffel" it's basically a Spoon with a lighter taped to it. There is nothing you can't eat with a spoon.

[@Keka-vg3ut]

Dass es den nicht direkt dienstlich geliefert gibt, völlig unverständlich

[@petrklic7064]

"eintopf nation" :-)))

[@foundationdefense5299]

“It weighs nothing. It’s takes zero space”. And if Randy has a bag full of amazing shit “I’m not getting into” LoL! Love these videos.

[@wmc9722]

My favorite part is were he mentions that he is a bit deaf and he has some drain bamage. That's very honest.

[@baronvonsnazzy3355]

Congrats on the +350k subs Karl, I am glad to see how your channel has grown, you have always seemed like a really good dude and I'm happy for you man

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for the support. TR

[@ncshpfox]

I carry a couple of large orange trash bags also. Some times you need to be visible. Everyone always seems to plan like their bag is for the world ending and it’s every man for himself. It may just be your car breaks down in the middle of nowhere. Or you may be hurt and can’t move. You may need to signal for help and a bright orange bag stands out. And they can still be used for all the other stuff. Shelter, poncho, tarp, carrying gear, ect.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Agreed, thanks for sharing, TR

[@southerncomfort7490]

Karl: Great video, as always. Might I make a suggestion (or two). It will only take up a tiny (tiny) bit of space and will be light. An essential bit of kit is a sewing kit. In the sewing kit have a range of needles (sack needle, sail needle, leather needle, carpet needle). They can be invaluable when you are repairing your rucksack, boots or your tarp. When traversing down "shit creek" repairs to body AND equipment will aways be necessary. Replace cotton with 0.14 Dynama fishing line. Also include darning thread and darning wool for essential sock repair. The French army may "march on its stomach", as Napoleon said, but the British Army marches on its feet. Yes, we are strange like that. For purposes of a darning "mushroom" use half an old tennis ball (the inner rubber bit, you understand). Oh, and if anybody out there does not know how to darn a sock or a tear or sew on a button, best learn now. It does not take long but you need to know how to do it. In the wilderness, in my experience, the first things to break are: Your shoelaces; your socks; your boots, the skin on your hands and feet, and any zips. If you look after your feet, your feet will look after you. A selection of spare buttons can repair any busted zip problems. I also keep a few spare replacement zip fasteners of different sizes in my sewing kit. Again, takes up virtually no space. Note spare shoelaces (of course, 550 will do). Since I have started using Ironlace I have never had any breakages. On the same subject of running repairs, I strongly recommend a Yank product, namely Shoe Goo. This is brilliant stuff for repairs, be it your footwear,.... tarp, coat,...or anything else for that matter. You can buy a tiny tube of the stuff. However, it is also a brilliant accelerant. If you cannot start a fire with this stuff, then you should not be let out into the wilderness at all. Over and out!! Keep making the fantastic and educational films. Love the tip about the coffee by the way. Best wishes, from the town with "Four Thousand holes."

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for sharing

[@m.e.3614]

He carries a Leatherman (which has an awl) as well as cord. I am not an expert, but I think he should be able to do many sewing repairs with those two things.

[@southerncomfort7490]

@@m.e.3614 I take your point M.E. It is, of course, good to make items multi-purpose. Just one question though: Have you ever tried making a repair with the awl on the Leatherman Surge? I really don't recommend it. Sometimes the proper kit, especially if it is light, is the one you need. There are no substitutes, This is why, for centuries, the British Tommy carried his 'Housewife' (ie sewing kit). Good enough for them,..... good enough for me.

[@ordinary_american]

A few seconds of ads for another 10 minutes of knowledge bombs is time well spent. Make all the $ you can off of KZbin, you deserve every dollar. Really get the sense that Karl has thought this through, has experience to back up his opinions, and hasn't fallen into the Black Hole of preparing. Keep up the great work and would love to see a Jeep video :) Thanks in advance!

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@GainesMediaInc]

42 MINUTES?!! I don't know that l have enough paper towels and lotion on hand...

[@AOMartialArts]

Oh Jesus. The Garand Thumb virus is mutating. Soon it will spread to right wing conspiracy videos and conservative news outlets, then Logan Paul and channels with douchebag hosts.... and finally.... all the TedX talks. No channel is safe.

[@MexicanBagpiper96]

@@blanchy But Papa Flannel never pulls out.

[@ashtonsimms2181]

GainesMediaInc just ask the guy in the stall next to you. Your at Walmart right. If that’s the case it’s me to your left and I brought plenty to share.

[@kirilbellic3602]

*P O U N D A L L D A Y*

[@kirilbellic3602]

@@blanchy GTV only needs 1 contact with a mucus membrane or blood vessel. They used to call it tactical cancer, but tactical rights people got offended and blamed Reagan.

[@ed5042]

am sitting here Friday Morning off day drinking my coffee watching this awesome video! No pausing, just fascinated by the breakdown. Thanks

[@Irishpride7777]

Almost identical to what I've run for 20 years. Never boring brother. Thanks. Learned a lot.

[@SurvivalTheory]

I carry butt cream in all my bags. Good stuff and lasts a long time. Getting chafed on a long journey is no joke!

[@comeandtakeit_bushcraft5705]

In a pinch chap stick works amazing

[@davidherrera6885]

@@comeandtakeit_bushcraft5705 did a 9 mile hike with my kids and my son started chafing. Chapstick saved the day.

[@cexyest]

The bottle that just keeps on giving. Great video.

[@philiplucky7170]

Agreed with everything you said, having lived in Rhodesia, i mean Zimbabwe my father always said less is more, when it comes to survival, water, food, medical, knife, protein Biltong, weather cloathing, cover, compass and map (now we have computers i.e. our phones + back up power), fire starter general care.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Amen

[@patriotpop2436]

I cracked up when you pulled a toothbrush out and for good reason. When in the Florida phase of ranger school I remember how grungy my mouth wag from lack of time to brush my teeth. Many of our one meal per day we’re eaten without stopping = no hygiene. I must say the Florida phase sucked the worse. After this video I need to review my get home bag, actually an old fanny pack/hiking bag I used as a scoutmaster, but revised to fit the today oriented get home bag. Combined with an EDC kit can serve me well. Being retired and of old age and w

[@patriotpop2436]

With worn out joints, I don’t get far from home. As for bugging out, my wife and I bug out as far as the vehicle can take us. Old age sure ain’t for WIMPS. RLTW.

[@lindaturner628]

Not bored at all, I learn so much from your videos. Thank you so much for the time you spend doing these videos.....

[@patrickcarney9474]

If the family wasn’t sleeping already I would have laughed out loud hard over the chocolate covered espresso beans comment, I have my stash as well for emergencies, family always gets me those for Christmas stocking stuffers. Karl you crack me up.

[@MBwelding]

Karl turns out his pockets and hmmm no f*cks to give keep it going brother that's what I like most about your channel this is your load out and you couldn't care less if someone don't like it

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@markadkins9290]

You got it going on, Karl! Keep up the great work! LOVE TR ! !

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@MtnBadger]

(What knife is that??) My old man was a WWII navy "commando" jump, UDT, 50 cal gunner, hand-to-hand instructor "pre-seal" guy... Lost at sea for 3 months in the Aleutian Islands and pronounced dead to his family, born in the backwoods of Lickskillet and Possum Trot, hunting to put food on the table, mean old SOB. There was only a couple things he tought me well that really stuck, before I joined up. A- The more you know, the less you need. B- There's two ways to do something. The right way and again. I have put together uber-bug-out-bags for civilians, one or two for myself and some kits for the vehicles (including MY Suburban). I'm with you... If I've got a handful of small things I can carry with me, I'm good. But I learned to hunt and fish and trek the woods and mountains and snow from the time I was a little kid. Dad always drug me with him wherever he went, hauling his shotgun and gear duck hunting or rabbit hunting from age 6, blah blah. Nowadays, if it doesn't have a keyboard or come from Amazon, they're clueless and need a raft of gear to go to the city park. Sorry for the rant, it's just a real pet peeves of mine. Thanks for setting them straight. And we used to call it "Disco tape..." lol For water purification and medical sterilization and skin care and starting fires anywhere, anytime... "POT-PERM" (potassium permanganate) for water and skin cut sanitizer) and glycerine. Glycerine is great for chapped skin. Mix a quarter sized pile of pot-perm and a few drops of glycerine and Presto! An exo-thermic reaction and you have fire. A dime-roll size tube of each and you cover a number of uses. I have one of those Worksharp knife sharpeners, they're fantastic. Best $20 I ever spent (on knife sharpeners). (he also warned me about people who refer to themselves in the third person) ;D

[@varietasVeritas]

Love the possible ' s bag. That's a piece of mountain man survival that most people have forgotten.

[@mrbubblesairsoft2941]

First TR video I have seen and I am hooked. I am going to binge watch some more TR videos now. Thanks Karl for being yourself and thank you for your service.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching. We put out a new video every Friday, and try to do a livestream video every Tuesday at 5pm CST. Hope to see you there. TR

[@mrbubblesairsoft2941]

@@TacticalRifleman I will be looking forward to the new videos.

[@VanillaGorilla502]

I have a feeling Carl has been called "a gear queer", only to have the same person turn around and ask to borrow a piece of kit. I know I've had it happen. Better to be prepared than shit out of luck. Keep up the great videos and tips Brother.

[@1truthbegettingtold275]

Wait till they get a load of me. Anything they want I will either have it directly, a acceptable variation or the materials to make what they want. Beef jerky, water purification filter and water tablets, lemonade morale packet. Leatherman, allen wrench multi tool, ratcheting screw driver w/multi bits.. socket wrench adapter for ratcheting screw driver, socket extensions, wire twist splicers, mini crow bar, Laplander 9inch saw, TP, tooth brush, IFAK, hemp wick, weed..

[@JimmyD750]

Im starting to think you guys are keeping an eye on me because this the second or third video of a topic I’ve been researching. Much appreciated!

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@revelationgames6215]

Thanks for the wisdom! I learned a lot and could see your experience in all the minor items you choose to include I would of never thought of. Thanks for your service and the videos =)

[@kerbalairforce8802]

My external battery pack has a fold out solar panel. Combine that with your "everything is AAs" and "AA charger" and you've got tech as long as you've got sunshine.

[@dispassionateobserver]

This is a great video. Very thorough but no fluff.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@Thes564]

Your doing old school like i learned way back in boy scouts more than 40 years ago.Today younger people are all about gear but the gear by its self doesnt make the survivalist/prepper. One thing i noticed is that you choose a backpack with red on it which isnt a natural color for most places but atleast its dark red and not bright red.Great video and thanks for the coffee and sugar in the same jar trick,i like it.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@jkill1981]

great video. i get so tired of seeing other videos showing thousands of dollars worth of crap people are not going to use. This was basic and straight forward. love it. in my bag i carry a couple bottles of water, protein bars. good knife, flash light gloves about 10ft para cord Hat, meds and additional mag for gun. This is more then enough to get home or away from home. everything else you would need for survival is in another bag that ready to go once i get home.

[@benjaminhagel4177]

18:38 “Drain Bamage, remember?” Yes , yes I remember

[@robsdeviceunknown]

Dang, we must be related. Our bags are almost identical. Yes, coffee coffee coffee. People get hurt when I dont have my coffee. ALso, that Spectra line at 30ish bucks per 100 foot is crazy. But i see your point. Sat phones have come down a lot. It's not much more if any than a regular Smart phone. initial and monthly cost wise. 70 bucks a month for 30 minutes. 50 cents a text. 1500 for the phone. It's doable if you are going to some sketchy places. As per footwear. I have chicken ankles at 6'3". I sprain my ankles at least twice a year. So when going off trail I wrap them with ACE and ALWAYS wear 5 to 7" boots. My biggest weakness is Navigation. I need to take a class or something. I have compasses etc just dunno how to use it. Finally, I wanted to say THANK YOU for the TON of work in adding product links for us. THat's much appreciated.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Rob, I have a couple of other guys wanting Land Navigation training. Maybe we can put together a course for everyone. Terrain Association is a pet peeve of mine. Everyone should know how to do land navigation. TR

[@FlankerJackChannel]

+1 for the pack choice. I've also taken survival Wilderness courses and I'm amazed that someone brings a 60L pack stuffed to the gills with a lot of "what if" items, also with people who bring the smallest pack possible completely stuffed to busting with no consideration for Scavenging extra items. My Philosophy is always been that your bag should be designed for you to begin survival and fall back on your level of training. I know this video came out a while ago but thank you again for another quality one.

[@jonathanyoung7763]

The absolute best bug out bag video ever.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@kenmvilla]

I love green berets. SEALs are great and all, but green berets think 20 steps ahead.

[@callijah61]

Everything in that bag I like and it’s important but the body glide and moleskin really hit home! I also have these two items in my bag bc I have experienced chaffing AND I had to do a lot of moving while chaffed. It’s very possible that I’d leave out toilet paper to make room for the glide and moleskin. Great vid. Great info

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@davidfeld22]

"There's no better multi tool for conquering the planet than the Leatherman Surge!" lmfao. `

[@sbragan5lg76i]

20:05 "It has what cows need, it has electrolytes"

[@phenosgardenupdate512]

Very well said, 'your ability to suck it up'... I love it:) cheers

[@jasonkonoski773]

Karl is the Chuck Norris of bug out bags!

[@BGrove-mj6sf]

very nice. your favorite way(s) to make fire were not covered. will look for another video of yours. Primary concerns: Water, Fire, etc.

[@h2ocpt]

First, great, GREAT JOB!!! (And, THANKS for your service!!!) Far too many people (especially veterans) get too "tactical." Kudos for using a low-key backpack design, that doesn't scream "danger" to people you approach. I've been doing this for decades, and indeed picked-up a few great tips from you and your gear. I re-watched your video two or three times -- just to make sure I wasn't missing anything. Again, MANY THANKS!!! My questions/feedback/suggestions: 1.) You have spare shoes and spare reading glasses. I'd suggest that you toss a spare set of sunglasses in there, too. (e.g. last year's?) 2.) I'd suggest a roll (or two) of quarters. You indeed have fishing line and snare wire. FYI: MOST bug-outs are relatively urbanized (motel-to-motel) -- as opposed to a 200-mile foot-hike through the backwoods/desert. Even if you DO foot-hike, you will likely pass through towns and such -- and having quarters for vending machines is AWESOME -- especially at 2am at a motel. 3.) Poncho? I personally favor ponchos (over rain coats) because they can cover your pack, too. They have many other uses, too. Kinda the Swiss Army Knife of rain-gear & shelter and such? I figure if you are keeping spare shoes at-the-ready, and socks -- you might want to consider some sort of rain-gear, too? 4.) Hat/Cap? I realize you are wearing one in the video. (And, probably wear one frequently?) Probably have two more in your Jeep and Suburban? But, don't ya' think you should maybe keep a spare clipped to the side of your pack, or a boonie rolled-up inside? If you don't need it, you could always ditch/toss it away. But, if you aren't wearing one when the SHTF, I think you'd probably WANT one? (or two?) Maybe even a roll-up knit hat (in case the weather is cold at night?) 5.) FOLDING Wrist Rocket (Marksman Beeman LaswerHawk Folding Slingshot) plus a couple of extra/spare replacement bands. With just a little practice, you can actually become quite skilled with these! PLENTY of ammo (rocks/pebbles along the trail.) GREAT for shooting birds, squirrels, rabbits -- PEOPLE, etc. Also great for hunting while "on the run" (as opposed to fishing and snares, which require you to be somewhat stationary.) Plus, they are just FUN!!! Tip: Keep a couple of bolts in your pack. Tie the fishing line to the bolt, then shoot the bolt via the wrist-rocket over a tree limb or whatever. Then, tie the paracord to the fishing line, and pull stuff up. Kinda like a poor-man's grappling hook? Great way to get gear (or yourself) up into a tree, or up a cliff, or swing across a creek, etc. LOTS more uses, too. (e.g. convert it into a packs bow/arrow set-up, too!

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, and thank you for the great suggestions. Strength and Honor, TR

[@jkfoltz0224]

Hey brother, I just had this video playing on my TV. I had to stop and grab my phone to drop this comment. I'm a 350 pound dude. Chaffing will CRIPPLE YOU! I carry SIX golf ball sized small containers of ORIGINAL vaseline for that. Works wonders. Won't sweat off easily. Avoid vaseline with baby powder or off brand vaseline. Also avoid any kinds of powder. 👊

[@TacticalRifleman]

Too true. Thanks for watching, TR

[@jkfoltz0224]

@@TacticalRifleman love what you do. Kepem coming 👊

[@rickeymarsh5863]

Like it. Good advice. Fair Winds and Following Seas

[@TacticalRifleman]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@byewhobayou8868]

You can also set up family sharing on your iPhone and use the “find my” app (pre-installed) to locate your family members.

[@keithcaldwell7187]

Thanks for the video. If I could buy a pre-made bag set up exactly like that I would buy two. Very detailed in your thought process and it shows. Great kit.

[@BuckFoeJiden]

Awesome kit! I run with a 30,000 mAh solar recharger for my batteries. The fold out panel would make an awesome add-on, and it looks like it doesn't take up very much space. Definitively taking some pointers from this video. Appreciate it!

[@joepicone5136]

Nice Karl, thanks for the video. Entertaining and some knowledge

[@KianaShalix]

Bored... Hell No I am so pumped to actually take the family on drills starting with short distance drills and working up to 2.5 days!!! so excited!

[@TacticalRifleman]

Awesome

[@ReconOhioTeam]

Karl, might want to include a tube of Glucose tablets. They are great for when you are exhausted but must keep moving.

[@RobThePatentGuy]

Another excellent video! Thanks for doing this video, showing all of your items, and sharing the reasons behind your decisions. Going to make some changes to my get home bag.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@charlierussell2368]

Excellent job- well thought out

[@adlucem9845]

I first heard of "bug out bags" 15 years ago. To this day no one has ever really needed one.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Actually, I have used the contents of this bag many times. I think you are just trying to justify why you are unprepared. You don’t need a Go Bag... until you do. Thanks for watching, TR

[@adlucem9845]

@@TacticalRifleman Do one on how to evade the feds for when the boog kicks off.

[@philwalter1655]

Love the big list made me reassess my bags

[@apoplecticangel2832]

Karl's videos are more entertaining than prime time tv!

[@TheDabernet]

Damnit Karl!!! brilliant break down - the body glide - BZ! chaffed nuggets are no go!

[@123patrod]

Thanks. I took notes..i was missing a lot of comforting items.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ThePreparedWanderer]

Best video I have seen on the subject. Learned a lot.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@HickLif3]

Just so you know, the expiration date on drugs doesn't mean they are bad. It just tells you that after that point it won't be as effective. You can still take them. Probably still a good idea to change them out when you notice it but just letting you know it is ok

[@felixerazo9800]

Karl you’re a wise man not to retire back in NY. Kentucky freedom rings the loudest,

[@jomiles3605]

Carls bag is super light. Everything takes up 0% space

[@bruceborneman]

In these times right now it seems that this could be very needed. I just get this feeling that the covid 19 scare could be cover for something bigger. I really hope I'm wrong but thank you so much for putting this content out there!

[@joeld9418]

first time watching channel and its great .clean,honest and smart but I really like the call to advertising content . First i thought it was a fluke but then it happened again..that's when I comment on just how good that feels

[@TacticalRifleman]

Awesome, thank you!

[@weyrunner2838]

"I Love my Jeep"! that's funny, "I'll just live in my jeep". My bug-out bag is a PART of my jeep. My bag is for only if I'm separated from my jeep. I have a 4 door like his but I'm only 5'5" so I sleep in one side while the other side and above is my CACOON. cabinets, gear, tray, just a BUGOUT JKU! I have a teardrop w/ generator but my BAG and mountain bike are for a LAST MEASURE. Presently saving for a fat-tire ebike and solar chargers for complete package.

[@davidc1961utube]

Note to self, never even smile at this guy’s daughter.

[@mcouture8169]

LOL! That's true, but he's probably already trained her how to kick our asses on her own, anyway ;)

[@jeremymo4095]

Great video Carl! I agree that making your get home as light as possible. Do you carry mosquito netting for buggy insects?

[@TacticalRifleman]

Just a head net

[@umami0247]

Good advice. Again having to much is hard for some to avoid they always think they need more. KISS is the best moto!!

[@MyTube4Utoo]

*#1* Survival Technique if/when the SHTF. --> Go hangout with Karl.

[@sos9124]

Cleaning brush, one end for blaster, other end for Karls teeth

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

Hey..."Gents"?! 😁 😁 😁Edit: ok, good save! 😁

[@TacticalRifleman]

Funny stuff

[@dougmaclarenhighvoltagepho4767]

Great info. Thank you.

[@abemansur2480]

My bugout bag is a 10L backpack. Keep things simple.

[@navanjohnson5318]

Great vid! Old Guys Rule!!! Thanks for your service big guy! Did ya make the vid with all your jeep stuff?

[@TacticalRifleman]

Not yet. Soon

[@CampingOutOfDebt88]

Video sponsored by Sportsman's Guide, all the links through Amazon. I'm just giving you crap, awesome video. I'm going to go back to drinking beer and eating chips on my couch now.

[@MS-sk2yk]

I can back him up in saying chocolate covered espresso beans are yummy even after they have melted and remelted tons of times 😂

[@sfctapia4529]

There's 6 billion people on the planet, I'll never go hungry. Jeff D.

[@one4thebigguy]

Checking off the boxes

[@TheHBHikerBoyScout]

Have you hiked 200 miles with this setup? I don’t see any shelter or anything that can prevent conduction. Most people can’t hike all day and build a shelter out of nothing. An emergency blanket isn’t enough, if it’s a low of 55 degrees, without something underneath your body, you will NOT have a good nights rest. In turn you will not have the energy or mindset to hike another 15 miles to get to your next camp point. Especially if your hiking 200 miles. Now if this is for a six mile hike to get home, totally effective, but it still might be overkill.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Yep, gotta cover all the Survival basics. As temperatures drop, this bag gets bigger. However, April to October here in Kentucky, this bag serves me well. It is going to be 95 today; shelter is still needed, but not for warmth. While 200 miles is a good planning number, remember that most emergencies happen closer to home. This bag is NOT just for the apocalypse, and has served me well many times. Thanks for watching, TR

[@TommyTarkov]

you dont need to walk 200 or more miles in one session just take your time. if you want to get spotted yellow would be more smart.

[@majoroverkill1376]

Knowledge is king!

[@TacticalRifleman]

Amen

[@LouisianaJazz]

Hello from Palm Beach Florida. 🙋‍♀️

[@TacticalRifleman]

Glad you made it through the storm.

[@LouisianaJazz]

@@TacticalRifleman Definitely encouraged us to update our circa 2009 bug out bags!! 😂 Thanks!!

[@tacticalgaryvrgamer8913]

Wait! Karl has a bug out bag? Who does he run from?! Stay tactical!!!@

[@charleslamp6288]

I have a life straw also but after watching this video I looked into the survivor, looks good I going to try it like the fact that you can use it on water bottle too ..thanks

[@TacticalRifleman]

I switched too.

[@SteveMrW]

Thanks for doing the vid, it is very informative. Here in the U.K. it is a bit different to Kentucky. You would be very likely to be arrested for carrying the LM Surge, Locking blade, Locking pocket knife, Fixed blade, Lock picks and most certainly the firearm. Enjoy your freedom.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Amen.

[@kentuckybrandon7448]

What part of Kentucky are you from? I’m from Kentucky but now live in Arizona. Would love to do some training with you in the future!

[@TacticalRifleman]

Western Kentucky, near Kentucky Lake

[@MaximumNewbage]

Thanks for sharing. Very educational.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Thanks for watching, TR

[@timriffe1423]

That's the spot you buried the Cache at.Grn tube w/white caps...

[@TacticalRifleman]

Close... same field... 300 meters shy... besides that cache was just for video... my cache(s) are nowhere near here

[@davidstepeck2644]

Karl is the man. However, all the items that "take no space" seemed to add up quite a bit! Half the items in Karl's bag "take no space". Haha

[@tristanyork2986]

My dad was sf and he taught me a ton like the rangers beads

[@TacticalRifleman]

Tell your dad I said “Thank You for your Service.” Everyone says they could or would, but it is only a small majority that actually step up to the plate. TR

[@jacobfarr3579]

I saw you carry ball ammunition in this pack, another advantage to ball ammo is hunting, you could use that for small game and not totally demolish it like you would with defensive ammo, yet you can still defend yourself from larger threats. I carry a couple mags of each. I seem to have the unpopular opinion that a 22 is not a good survival gun (better than nothing), sure you can take down small game, but what if you get lucky enough to stumble upon a deer, or unlucky enough to stumble upon some druggies or thugs and suddenly that 22 isn't enough? "But I'm a good shot and I can hit my target", well we will see when they start shooting back. "You can carry 500 rounds", true, but 500 underpowered ,under ranged rounds. I think 200-300 rounds of ANYTHING else is better, maybe even less if the weight becomes more of an issue.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Agreed

[@stepitup5409]

Nice video. Ive added a few of these to my list.

[@mlupine]

love Life 360. i use it extensively

[@TacticalRifleman]

Great App

[@lcdrhobiesaunders446]

Where’s the cowbell? Ya gotta have cowbell!

[@DetPaddyOC]

READING GLASSES: I’ve put a protected pair of reading glasses at the top of ALL of my medical bags, Patrol bags etc.. they’re so cheap, there’s no excuse not to have them right with your surgical gloves

[@frankstabler1920]

Gulf Shores? I live outside of Fairhope and my nephew, a veteran of 5th SF, lives a mile or so away. Maybe we’ll run into each other some time.

[@TacticalRifleman]

Very likely

[@johnbissonnette9982]

Whole other dimension in that bag.