Life Gear 2-Person 72 Hour Survival Kit - Reviewed & Improved

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Video Notes: 1. This is a long one, so there are chapters if you'd like to skip around. 2. I added hand sanitizer, forgetting there was already some in the first-aid kit. Oh well.

[@paweszymonjasinski7158]

i don't think You can have too much of that stuff in unfriendly enviroment

[@stevenschoen1138]

I’d like to thank You for doing these ..there very helpful in trying to decide if want to invest in these items ..I’m sure it’s not all fun ..appreciate it

[@leighrate]

I would have added it anyway. Alcohol base sanitizer makes for an excellent firestarter/flame extender.

[@gscryinlikeabitch]

As someone who has watched quite a bit of your content and a couple others as far as survival kit type content one of my takeaways simply put is that getting a kit like this that gives you a great bag with a solid customizable storage roll seems to be the best option. It would be pretty interesting to see you customize this same bag for a non survival related kit. It could be something like at travel kit or a kit revolving around more comfort items.

[@MattH-c8p]

I probably would have added a fixed blade knife, and you forgot the Jolly Ranchers. Love your videos, glad to see your making them again.

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Yeah I did forget the ranchers lol

[@earthling123]

​@@KitbashedSurvivali would add some small bottles of seasoning. You and I are not japanese. We cant eat the fish / meat you caught as is.

[@behindthespotlight7983]

Those Werther brand hard caramels are pretty tough to beat too. A bag of those and a large bag of jerky can easily add up to 1500 calories 👍🏼

[@behindthespotlight7983]

(My apologies this is long but it’ll hopefully help those just getting started) My micro PSK is a repurposed Stanley pocket tackle box (fly fishing) from the early ‘60’s. It’s 1 inch bigger than a large iPhone. 2 inches deep. Fits easily in a back pocket. The idea is to have extensive capabilities while adventuring, even and especially when wearing only lightly layered clothing. •Gerber Dime •Leatherman Micra •Case whittling tool •Kershaw folder knife •Space pen •kevlar thread •Whirlpack water bag •ferro rod •chrome peanut lighter •Spectra braided 6lb fishing line •Rite in Rain paper •Titanium toothpick •Wysee personal towel tablets •Green tea caffeine extract tablets 300mg •micro whistle •O Light mini •6 complete sets of fishing tackle: swivel, split shot, hook •6 extra hooks •3 small eye lag screws (sapling fishing pole) •4 small zip ties •brass wire •button compass •2 large steel safety pins •German manufactured tweezers •Vaseline impregnated cotton •Sisal tinder string •Rx meds & OTC meds •misc bandaids •styptic powder •2 alcohol pads •tiny tube of quickclot •small roll of Gorilla tape •American made sewing needles •4 common buttons •2 pre-‘64 quarters •$100 bill All the smaller miscellaneous items are secured in color coded spun aluminum tubes, with screw-on caps. This keeps such a small container organized and not so overloaded that it’s a pain to dig something out. I’ve no idea what the gear adds up to but with the cost of the vintage box ($29) at an antique store I’d guess that losing it plus the cash and silver would easily be a $600 hit. If I’m relying on a small 2 pound box, if it’s my last line of defense (along with a steel bottle, a belt knife, neatly folded contractors bag and an e-bivy bag) I’ll err on the side of over-investing when it comes to cost. My life is worth it. For those who may want to adopt a similar backpack-less approach Amazon sells hip flask style, single wall bottles, up to 64 ounces, that ride nicely in an adult male’s back pocket. Creates a balance to the PSK in the other back pocket. This low key approach is great for casual nature walks, beach exploring, dates, wilderness picnics and even skiing/snowboarding. On excursions where I choose to wear a small pack as well, the aforementioned items (along with more thermoregulation layers, a solid ultralight tarp, headlamp and plenty of calories) complete the next step up, with only a few minutes needed to prep. On bigger multi day trips the PSK rides in a fanny pack positioned over the upper pelvis, under a 70L Osprey backpack hip belt. Another hack that’s saved many-a-trip is choosing a boonie style hat or bucket hat with a mosquito head net and bandana secured in the crown. Always add a couple Bics throughout available pockets. Definitely recommend building modular components that can be added or subtracted as the case may be. Best wishes to everyone who is bit by this same, strange bug.

[@davidsapp7607]

So glad you're back , I really enjoy watching your videos!!!

[@emperorpoffzocampf]

2 videos within 10 days! awesome!!

[@behindthespotlight7983]

If we were buying a new vehicle and the salesperson said “We offer four seatbelt options. The best is this here. Saves lives 94% of the time. Next is this. It’s got an 86% rating for lives saved. Then there’s this option. It saves just over half of accident victims at 51%. The economy model is-well, it breaks a lot. In fact it only saves 2 out of 10 people who get into a serious accident “ Who among us would even consider going for anything other than the highest quality possible?

[@mrhalfstep]

I like all of your additions, especially the whiskey. W.C.Fields said that in case of snake bites he always kept with him a bottle of whiskey ....and a snake. I thought it was funny that you had such fascination over the razor blade. That was just a plain old double edged razor blade that every man used in a "safety" razor to shave with, back when I was a kid. It was the technological step up from the straight razor (hince the term "safety razor") and the precursor to the disposable razor with 2, 3, 4, blades to give a closer, smoother shave. Much sharper than a single edged blade, but with less utility, IMO

[@robbabcock_]

Not too bad for a semi-budget off-the-shelf kit! Once you get your upgrades it's solid. Thanks!

[@StewartJordan]

Welcome back. I absolutely love the customisation you do for the various kits. This one in particular made it a good solid kit. You put a small stove and many fire sources but no pot or mug that you could use as yet another way of purifying water or a morale-boosting coffee. It's always opinions 😁 Seriously though love your channel, always a great watch and have learned so much that I've used in my own kits and bags. Thanks for your effort and investment, you must spend a fortune on gear.

[@michaelboron3281]

One of the better kits that you've reviewed, for the price.

[@zloki83]

I was thinking of tea lights just as you added them. The headlamp is always a good idea to keep your hands free. I'm surprised they only put a single whistle in. Each person should get one. Some PPE like masks, work gloves, eyewear would also be a great addition to keep those lungs, fingers, and eyes safe.

[@jimstillwell4668]

Thats one of the best reviews you have done. Especially the add on stuff. I build my own kits so your input is very helpful. Thanks

[@thethreegamors9060]

Congrats on getting married 🎊 And great video as always

[@CanadaFree-ce9jn]

A store had just the case of a kit you reviewed before. If I had the orange kit roll from this bag I'd toss in Leathermans, Bahco, and other quality gear. I love the roll out and see everything in it's place. No guessing when you need a flashlight or fire kit.

[@nljongveteraanexmilitair8501]

Love your KZbin channel.

[@tonysadventures2799]

Glad to see ya back !!!

[@backrowbrighton]

Good stuff Eric. There is a lot to like in this kit and I think it is worth the money. One major positive is that there is plenty of available space for personal upgrades. I would probably make room for a Mora blade in mine, probably the Basic model.

[@bryanwashere99]

another great video. a molle sheath for the saw and attach on the d-loops on the outside

[@narii87]

very nice to see a pretty decent kit. There were fewer items than most cheap kits out there but at least smart choices were made. Your upgrade was top notch

[@stevenschoen1138]

After you were done with this kit it’s outstanding imo

[@Molly-ey6lq]

Food might be physiologically the least important component, but in a survival situation the mental/emotional benefit of having something to eat shouldn't be underestimated.

[@KitbashedSurvival]

True, which is why it’s good to have something.

[@behindthespotlight7983]

I completely agree. Having done a few 5-6 days fasts in my adult life the only thing I can think of that would make days 2 and 3 of zero caloric intake worse would be a scary survival situation and screaming caffeine withdrawal headache

[@Spolt_main]

For medication I would remove the benadryl and use a modern non-drowsy antihistamine. The benadryl stays in your system for several days. Pilots aren't allowed to fly if they have taken benadryl in the past 60 hours. I just know any added drowsyness would not help a survival situation. Love that you're back to it! Also just a side note, I like these videos way more than those overpriced scam kits.

[@jamessotherden5909]

Not a bad kit to start with. And you made it better.

[@rickyhonerkamp2526]

Great review of a decent starter kit. I would definitely ad a fixed blade knife and some additional cordage. I might hang a Sierra cup on the outside of the pack. Keep the reviews coming.

[@elvenisar]

good. especially it has packed water in it.

[@juicyfruit6311]

09:05 That toothbrush set is what is sold at Daiso Japan.

[@frankyturrizo4240]

21:04 Monty Python, The Meaning of Life, Mr. Creosote scene (Rated R) hilarious, excellent movie

[@Youdonthave2konw123]

haha that little torch was from the '100 dollar' kit from your last vid wasnt it

[@bhasty1]

Don't have a red surround. It looks like it's already been watched!

[@mary-ruthflores4107]

In the hygiene I add a folding digger (for the cat hole) and a lighter to burn the TP. Which means I have two lighters, the other in the fire kit. In the fire I would also add a contractor’s pencil sharpener. Stick the fat wood in it and it makes great shavings! In the tools I would add a fix blade knife. There isn’t a thing I would take out of the things you added. Never thought about the tiny stove!

[@SusanLand]

Cool kit. Love the add ins. It's great seeing you back in action. How big is the water bottle? It doesn't look like it would hold 32 ounces to work with the purification tablets. The fire pouch was lame though. What are the odds that someone who just grabs a kit off the shelf would know how to use a ferro rod? And then there's no tinder. They should at least write a note telling people they need to add a Bic.

[@Vault57]

35:17 I suggest turning the striker surface AWAY from the matches to face the wall of the container. Vibration from being bounced in a moving vehicle or carried while hiking or running might cause an accidental ignition of a match due to rubbing against the striker. I always packed my match container this way.

[@edwardallen1740]

Very good. I do like the survival kit bashing.

[@rodmunch69]

Thanks for posting this. Do you think those crank lights / radios are legit? A lot of them have an internal battery that will run 6-8 hours or so, but the cranking does nothing - it's either completely fake or so slow it's useless. Have you ever run one of these down so they're completely dead and then using just the hand crank tested it? Just curious.

[@AndrewAustinFrustrated]

If you find yourself in a situation to need a survival kit nothing will depress you fasterthen those lifeboat rations it would be good to see some freeze dried meals it wouldn't increase the weight much and the morale boost of having a hot decent tasting meal would be a real boost along with a few of those three in one coffee things.

[@KitbashedSurvival]

It’s not the weight it’s the space. Not a whole lot of room. Thanks

[@robertbiddle449]

I have seen a lot of these videos and I have to say this is one of the best you augmented that off the shelf survival kit in an extremely positive way I don’t know if there’s anything else you could’ve added to it except maybe some words of wisdom like a small survival manualmaybe something you might want to read to keep a positive attitude when things have gone bad whether that be religious or something you might’ve written yourself I think you know what I’m talking about anyway bravo great job. I really enjoyed the video. Thank you so much.

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Thanks!

[@paweszymonjasinski7158]

Nice cool set BUT i don't exactly like this idea of general pouch in a sack-like bag (of course it has some advantages). Also you add this stove but there's nothing to cook in, no canteen, no mug, no coffee tin. But as always it was fun to watch and hear Your opinion. Cheers

[@jameshall4385]

That is a good kit for the price. The bag looks nice and the organization is awesome. There are a lot of kits that go for double the price and they are half as good

[@jasonbrazier2864]

No coffee pack? Metal cup might be a good add. If you lived a little further north a couple of handwarmers

[@paweszymonjasinski7158]

these handwarmers are tricky, after few years in storage they're not as effective as they should

[@behindthespotlight7983]

27:23 since you’re using those nice several mil thick baggies there’s no such thing as having too many. Heck a couple times I put a Ziplock on each foot to remedy wet boots. The bag you chose for the sunscreen would probably carry an extra pint of water

[@alyxchristophe4385]

I love the kit and your additions. Did that Amazon Basics saw fit? Does it have a lanyard hole to attach to the outside? (I use hair bands, put it through the molle so some sticks out both sides then put the item over the molle and snap the top part of the loop over the top of the item and likewise the bottom. Holds great.) For something long you can use two a couple of spaces apart.

[@shaneanderson4872]

A while ago you reviewed a survival kit from stealth Angel they now have the 3.0 and the 4.0 I would love to see you review and improve them

[@scottrok13]

Convenience! Yes. Spend 4 hours (at $15/hr value of your time) to research and pack the kit =$60 BEFORE purchasing the gear. And don’t forget, electricity, paying for Internet access, s/h fees. Or, if going to the stores to purchase on your own, your car payment, gasoline, and then when you get everything all back home, you’re mortgage or rent to store the items in your home, heating says that the water doesn’t freeze in the package, and remember health insurance in case you cut your finger off while packing up those razor blades😂❤

[@Rpol_404]

I have a flashlight identical to the one in the kit but has a different brand name. Definitely not very bright, but would be just fine if that’s all you had. Just for giggles and grins, I cranked it to see how well it charges a phone. It took several minutes get just an additional 1%. Not much but could save you life.

[@behindthespotlight7983]

29:00 Hey Eric would you be willing to drop the link for the thickness on bags that you’re using? My current supply are much too thin.

[@acbigal]

Excited for the video!

[@markbrandli]

Good kit but you need to turn the matches striker away from the matches , and always add super glue and a sewing needle.

[@orenmontgomery8250]

13:57 Kinda miss those days...

[@joseligeiro]

The blue canteen has a filter that makes about 1500L and then, it is out.

[@narii87]

Have you heard of the U-Pak 72h survival systeme? Seems pretty well thought too

[@nickmartino2839]

The bag is nice....

[@frankyturrizo4240]

Building survival kits is not cheap even if you buy increments of 10 and use cheap items, that all adds up to a lot. If you buy increments of 100 then yeah probably. Shipping isn't cheap either

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Exactly

[@najroe]

considering that you may have to bet your life on the equipment I willingly pay extra for good or at least decent equipment, like my grab bag, just cutting tools I have Mora garberg, Leatherman wave+ and Victorinox farmer X alox, compass i have a brunton and a Silva... yes expensive but some places I go fishing are remote enough that even if I was able to contact authorities (forget phone, you need radio transiever, and not just a hand held VHF) a helicopter rescue is minimum two hours away...

[@frankyturrizo4240]

​@@najroe would a Huntsman work as well as the expensive Farmer X?

[@najroe]

@@frankyturrizo4240 probably, i just like the thicker blade and better awl, would be great to have a Tweezer and needle in the alox shell so as usual you gain some and loose some

[@frankyturrizo4240]

@najroe ohh OK I didn't know they had different blade thicknesses

[@SirRalphieTheShihTzu]

Please sell kitbashed survival packs!! We would buy them! Ship to the UK please. Thank you for the videos, amazing as always.

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Thinking about it, but not sure it’s a practical idea. They’d end up being very expensive.

[@frankyturrizo4240]

​@KitbashedSurvival we want to see you do an Altoid kit! Lol

[@NWAAdventures]

Not bad. I like the addition of the MRE stove, but you don't have anything to cook in on top of that stove in there. Maybe some heavy duty tinfoil to make a bowl if a metal cup won't fit in there.

[@stuartaminion511]

question? the burn gel, is that the gel you put on wood to help start a fire or is it what you said it is burn gel for burns???

[@chris_stacey]

I'm not sure why, but hexamine has been banned in the UK - presumably it's slightly toxic to breathe (in a survival situation) - lol.

[@louvin44]

Decent kit for the money.

[@AzzWhole]

What is the weight of the kit as it comes from the merchant and what is the weight after your additions?

[@oldbloke204]

Likely that people couldn't make exactly the same kit as cheaply as they think as the companies that make these things will be getting very good discounts on bulk purchases of the gear inside them. 140 bucks really isn't a lot of money but then here in Australia it's probably close to double that.

[@nickmartino2839]

These "all in one"kits are great starting points..... but ppl who think about buying it and not adding anything is crazy....having good quality medical equipment there is no substitute...especially with tourniquets and other life saving equipment... we just make them better by adding better tools..leatherman stuff better hygiene supplies better medical stuff....and a titanium stove and a couple ways to filter water...

[@ScrypKat56]

I had the "Wings of Life" which I completely tore apart and repacked. It's hanging around here somewhere.

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Me too. Did a video on it

[@Gatuso8484]

I would like to know where you can get that Gear Roll, thanks.

[@rogerward5717]

ideal survival kit should include a case of beer.....

[@brummiecraig]

The map pouch would be better if it had a clear window to see the map and keep it dry in the event of rain.

[@Olyphoto7]

Well done 👍

[@jamesmathewson1330]

I wonder if the burn pad is alcohol?

[@scottrok13]

“Alcohol can give you a false sense of warming up while putting you at greater risk of cold exposure and other health issues.”⛔️‼️🥃 I realize he said it for humor, as it’s mostly just a comfort item when sitting around a campfire😊.

[@Sniperfox1]

Can you post a link to where you purchased this kit?

[@VAMobMember]

You said in other vids that you live in GA so I assume you were impacted by Hurricane H I recomend you do a lessons learned video

[@the_once-and-future_king.]

37:44 Please don't drink alcohol when you're cold!

[@Nunya9876]

Decent starter, after you include your extras. But we all know the items are not worth the price, especially when you can build your own with stuff at home. And yes the climate conditions will dictate the types of clothing layers, and other things needed.

[@StevenLaDrig-w1r]

I want to add waterproof matches some type of material for material Like gauze or cotton Beauty lighter lighter whatever

[@jeremymoses7401]

That light radio is okay in a jam, we acquired one from somewhere. Not great on the phone charging claim, havent tried mine but it will not charge my wifes iphone.

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Yeah the phone charging abilities are tertiary behind the light and radio so I wouldn’t expect much

[@nicolab2075]

Perhaps, plugged in, it would just allow you to operate an otherwise dead phone? Even if it only does that, that could be life changing in an emergency...

[@3vil3lvis]

On some level all of these premade kits seem unserious exercises in what can go into a kit at the lowest price. In light of all the hurricanes that have made land fall this year, It's a mistake to limit your survivablity to a premade kit. While I do appreciate that you are kitbashing these, they are still ill prepared for the pandemonium left in the wake of a Helene type hurricane. Is it time to get serious? What items would you want if you were stranded on the top of your roof waiting to be rescued? laser pointer? Bull horn? Inflatable raft? Wet suit and Scuba gear?

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Correct, but that becomes a much larger task that’s out of the scope of this video.

[@andrewx8888]

Not bad for the price

[@jhill4874]

IMO Shelter/Exposer is more important than water. Rule of 3s: Exposure 3 hours; Water 3 days. Just saying.

[@leighrate]

Wouldn't disagree, but don't underestimate it's psychological value.

[@jhill4874]

@@leighrate Water can become quickly more unavailable than shelter. Once someone chastised me about air. You know, 3 minutes. I replied "who is going to carry an air tank around." Their response: Face Mask? Hmm. OK.

[@hanshuckebein6260]

Why Fieldmaster and nit the Outrider?

[@KitbashedSurvival]

personal preference. Also the outrider is about twice as large.

[@BrianSmith-ql5nj]

👍👍

[@timothyjohnson5758]

Veey food on some meds was about to comment, and then i saw dont forget personal meds as well, i.e., epii pens blood presure cuase im old

[@Армагидан]

👍

[@moonlander9012]

Not a bad kit at all, but the price is way, way too high. On their site it is $229, even with the 30% off coupon they are advertising right now that is still $160. This kit should always be priced at around $120 in my opinion, which I'm sure would still give them a decent profit.

[@mrhalfstep]

This thing is on sale for $224. Not such a good deal now.

[@donaldgupko9002]

Put a metal container in

[@VAMobMember]

Shelter pouch add tarred bank lie

[@French-o8u]

Next challenge : the "Help Bag" ! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fH3bo4psqKariaM

[@haydenwells9171]

Alcohol should not be consumed when you are cold. It will make you feel warm to start with but then you will lose body heat faster than if you hadn’t used it.

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Yes, yes. I still like that have some in a kit if there's room.

[@nicolab2075]

​@@KitbashedSurvival😂

[@ThomasRandall-hb7ko]

If it's for two people why is there only one water bottle just asking

[@KitbashedSurvival]

They can share

[@KitbashedSurvival]

We can share

[@エメラルドグリーン-u3b]

はいそれらは日本語です🎉

[@wirawhitebelt7364]

👍🇲🇾

[@tonyisbaaallin]

I wish you could just buy that gear roll out bag empty.

[@Mikee12771]

I highly doubt that it's waterproof.

[@KitbashedSurvival]

ok let's say water resistant.

[@thomass2125]

"You're paying for the convenience" NO. In literally anything else you would expect to get a bundle deal. They are a company able to purchase at wholesale and pass on the savings to their customer like literally every other type of product does. If you can build a better kit for the same price with better quality tools, then they are scamming you. People need to start setting higher expectations or the quality of products will just keep degrading as it has been my whole life.

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Alrighty then.

[@MurphySong-tt7sg]

Hello!We are Wurkkos,a professional flashlight factory and We have various types of flashlight.We think your video content is great, are you interested in working with us?Looking forward to your reply

[@guadalupeskitchen3734]

Lost me on the bags of water.

[@earlshaner4441]

When you add stuff to the survival kit put the Toilet paper in a Ziploc bag

[@KitbashedSurvival]

I did

[@earlshaner4441]

@@KitbashedSurvival yes my friend and I saw that

[@davidfarrar511]

Everybody has to add fishing gear. Probably the most useless item in a short-term survival kit.

[@timduke4616]

These Survivor kits are just cringey and money grabs…you would not do good at all with this kit as a person who never really tried to simulate any sort of survival scenario, heck you would actually have to be pretty F’ing good survivalist to make this kit work but I will say for that average tent camper, this would make a good camp bag with of course adding a few things to help you actually complete camp style choirs/tasks

[@KitbashedSurvival]

I survived for 3 days off this kit.

[@timduke4616]

@@KitbashedSurvival something tells me you not a avg survivalist😏😏

[@D2G10]

An overpriced and boring Get Home Bag for $140.

[@KitbashedSurvival]

There it is

[@nicolab2075]

​@@KitbashedSurvival You can please some of the people some of the time... I like your videos 😊

[@timothyjohnson5758]

Hygienic pouch pur your pew pew stuff it needs to be clean also as far as deodorant gun oil turns every woman on

[@samethbo109]

3rd

[@Fatasscatinatuxedo814]

You also expecting a participation award or something?