The $300+ Wilderness Survival Kit from Best Glide ASE

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Hi everyone, please excuse the occasional focus issues that come up...I'm still getting used to shooing in the new video booth I built. Also, my fingers got in front the lens a couple times during the video and I didn't catch it until the video was already live..so I can't fix it now. Anyway, enjoy the video and thanks for watching!

[@budgetbuyoutmisc.4916]

I like the additional first aid guide and good sized survival guide though I would like to see the addition of a decent fixed blade survival knife in these more pricey kits at least I know thier are some good fixed blade look made knives that are affordable

[@budgetbuyoutmisc.4916]

Me to I call it tin foil

[@mikesmith1679]

You have spent a lot of money on pre-made kits. Thanks for doing that and taking the time to post these reviews. I seem to watch them over and over again. Lol Out of all the pre-made kits which do you think is the best?

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Thats a hard question to answer. Maybe one of these days I’ll do a “top 10” list and really upset some people lol. 🤣

[@OdaNobunaga89]

@@KitbashedSurvival Now that would be really interesting to see.

[@420haxx]

Ahh the perfect way to wind down before bed. Looks like there is some decent value in that kit, the first aid part was very impressive.

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Thanks

[@frankyturrizo4240]

I'm winding down before bed too

[@sbcinema]

The only thing missing is a pair of medical gloves, otherwise I am positively surprised by the quality and selection of the items 👍

[@dixieinstrumental805]

I do also wish they would have either given an inexpensive hand folding saw or a chainsaw one with good handles

[@Bruce6001]

I definitely wouldn’t call this a wilderness survival kit, it’s missing the most important parts, for instance how many people know how to cook fish or animals they snare using aluminum foil, they could have added a small stainless steel container for boiling water or cooking, and if 2 people are trying to survive with that small reflective blanket on a cold rainy night their not going to make it, at least put a large reflective blanket or a medium sized tarp in, no fixed blade knife to process tender? Someone could get hurt using a Swiss Army knife for that, and building a shelter using what is here to cut down small trees would also be very dangerous, nothing for scaring away bear or wolves.... I would say at best this bag would be good for the back of a car Incase you get stranded for a few days or something to keep at your house during a prolonged power outage

[@williamstewart1883]

My only tiny complaint I can think of is the wire saw. There was plenty of room for a small folding saw. Overall a good kit though.

[@jacksonteller1337]

They could have solved it by a slightly different Victorinox like the Camper.

[@backrowbrighton]

@@jacksonteller1337 That's what I thought too.

[@greggmouritzen7478]

The hand Chain Saws are a good alternative to a folding saw, as well. I've never had much luck with the cable saws.

[@jacksonteller1337]

@@greggmouritzen7478 those cable saws we used with a stick, made a bowsaw out of it in the army.

[@greggmouritzen7478]

@@jacksonteller1337 i've seen that. more of a scroll saw. I've used two sticks, but the cable tends to bind a lot

[@williamwells3026]

I have that survival book and several others for the same guy. They are all basically the same book just different titles/publishers. The oldest one I have has published in the 80's. The author was a S.A.S. survival instructor so you would have to deal with the British words and spellings. Yes, it does have lots of information.

[@reginaschmid2657]

I agree, that’s a pretty darn good kit! Love the additions you made and improved overall! Loved the video! Have a great day!

[@marvinbrock960]

Folding saw, tarp/poncho, and more cordage like tarred bank line. DX the bite kit to make more space. Great kit overall and your additions were spot on.

[@paulbeck71]

Great review! I wonder why these off-the-shelf kits never seem to concentrate on providing adequately robust shelter? Something as basic as a cheap tarp may last longer and give you better peace of mind in a survival situation. I realise this takes up space and adds weight but I'd readily swap it for anything made of Mylar from a durability standpoint.

[@henryvandeventer2457]

Nice kit, only real issue I have with it is the Sawyer Venom extractor. It's useless and does more harm than good. It actually doesn't do any good. The idea behind it is based on the old "suck out" the venom, which anyone who has to deal with venomous snakes in their environment and understands how venom actually is absorbed by the body will tell you, is absolute bollocks and an old wife's tale. Snake venom consists of a multitude of different molecules that are absorbed differently by body tissue, if it gets into your blood stream it's coursing through your body and you're not sucking that out, the wound channel is not straight down with venom pooled at the bottom. I can go on for an hour 😉 Also after a bite you have more venom naturally leaking out of the wound than what these things will extract and they actually block the wound channel by sucking the flesh up and thus putting pressure on it, often collapsing it. The same as advice on applying a tourniquet, this will just give people a false sense of security and may lead to more damage and or death. While I'm not a snake bite "expert" I did grow up in the South African Highveld and delat with dozens of snake bites on our farm including my own 2 bites.

[@mfanwelikeit3760]

A good snakebite bandage would be much much better, I agree as an Australian

[@chris_stacey]

Agreed. Prevention is always better than a "cure" (unless you know the poisonous fauna in your area and happen to have the correct antivenom with you - which is unlikely). Tread carefully and carry a big stick!

[@markashlock9017]

I agree! That would have left room for another bottle of Whiskey! We always call it “Snake Bite Medicine” ; )

[@nicolab2075]

I live in the UK. However, on holiday to France I have seen two snakes! 😄

[@henryvandeventer2457]

@@nicolab2075 😁 99% of the time you see a snake anywhere in Europe it's going to be non-venomous. In Southern Africa it's the opposite 😆

[@n8mayfield]

It’s pretty legit. You could get more space to add maybe a hatchet, extra chord, even a tarp by taking some of those items out of the wrapper. I get the ziplock bags as organizers. Think I’d prefer a backpack

[@jimstillwell4668]

Very well put together kit. For those that don’t want to spend the time to do it their own, price is good. On the other hand I have put together a similar kit on my own. There are many things in this kit that are new to me. Thanks for your review of this kit. I will build on my own from the information you provided in this video. Thanks

[@shawnregan6301]

These videos are really fun to watch. Thanks for your hard work!

[@steveturner3999]

Very nice nice review. The kit was surprisingly well stocked compared to others I’ve seen. Definitely could use some upgrades but it is a good all be it expensive base kit. As always everyone needs to put their own touch on it. Thanks for sharing.

[@michaelhaislip1514]

I was a combat medic in the army in my opinion the only thing missing in the medical kit is a minor surgery kit containing, a couple of forceps,stiching material,steral gloves.

[@eternaladventure-wm5fn]

You mean suturing equipment? And it’s “sterile” not steral

[@mattpires]

really enjoyed this, was hoping to see some more content, it feels like it's been a while. you've really inspired me over the last year or so. thanks for the great uploads.

[@arazseyfinezhad5444]

its a good day when eric uploads especially when its new year in you country

[@marchills4131]

Well, you addressed the two shortcomings that I immediately noticed: weak on shelter and cutting tools. I'm sure with time and energy you could use the cordage, SAK and the survival book to build a shelter. But if you become stranded in inclement weather, the ability to quickly erect a shelter could make the difference in surviving that first night. Overall, I agree with your assessment that this is a quality, well thought out kit that is fairly priced.

[@behindthespotlight7983]

The most impressive aspect is that the retail is only $300 and change. To most reasonably skilled individuals the kit offers more than many of the super duper, tri-fold/ everything labeled options on the market. I’m not a huge shoulder bag guy & that immediately makes me lean toward automobile.” Unless one is disabled a backpack is so much more functional especially if self rescue is necessary. Great bash-up this time around. And thank you for always reminding the naysayers that the number one overhead in kit building is labor -these companies may love preparedness but they’re not non profits.

[@gordontyree9858]

The USA made bag is awesome! As usual, the additions were spot on! I would buy this kit for sure, however, I would change some components because of personal preference. Overall, another great kit from Best Glide! Thanks for posting! Looking forward to your next video review!

[@dirtyscoundrel2013]

Don't beat yourself up for using new equipment. S*** happens. One think I do and would like to point out, take things out of bulky outer packaging. It'll save wright and give you more space for packing more items. Like the better stove, a folding saw, radio, etc. I would also line it with a trash bag to keep dust and moisture out. As for the price, $330 seems very fair. Great review and additions.

[@jailbreakoverlander]

glad to see your channel growing brother.

[@TheTreegodfather]

Won't get into price, but here's my additions, as a pilot: -Good large fixed blade -Small axe -Small mess kit -Freeze dried and stripped MRE's -Can of Sterno & stove -One gallon water jug, kept full -LifeStraw -Flares -Tube tent -Map (every time I update my paper sectional chart, toss the old one in the kit) -Tourniquet -Maxi pads and QuickClot -Several suture sets and basic medical instrument set I go heavy on the first aid because if you crash, you're going to be surrounded by sharp jagged metal. Out here it could be a couple days before S&R finds your plane, better to be fed and healthy while you're probably tore up.

[@mfanwelikeit3760]

Rather than the snake venom extractor, a good snake bite bandage would be better

[@jacksonteller1337]

The only thing that was missing was an actual saw. I would have gone with the Victorinox Hunter or Fieldmaster or added a folding saw. But i agree with you this is a great kit only missing a primary saw and a cooking vessel.

[@55Quirll]

I'd add a Stainless Steel bottle and leave the emergency water out, you can then refill the bottle as many times as you need. Replace the Emergency rations with some broken down MREs or Home made Pemmican, just my opinion on what to add and leave out. A good video, though instead of that bag I'd use a back pack that open like a clam shell with ditty bags or velcro bags to separate you contents better. Keep up the good work.

[@lucyalderman422]

The shorter needles are called straight pins

[@GracefulCalvinist]

I've seen $300 kits with way less stuff in it. This is a good one for that price.

[@OzMan9989]

Great kit for the money. So many kits out there in the 300: range don’t even compare.

[@earlshaner4441]

Hi from Syracuse NY brother thank you for sharing the different survival kits

[@johnwalsh4948]

That's the first kit I've seen that is worth the price.

[@OdaNobunaga89]

Man, this looks pretty decent all in all. Definitley one of the better kits You have shown, cost-benefit-wise.

[@PowerMadHeadBanger]

The only thing I would have done differently than they did is to put a SAK with a saw.

[@zachparade2791]

Agreed! I would also like a version with scissors and an awl, which would both be helpful for repairs. But I have to say it was simply good to see a quality knife from a reputable company, instead of the questionable knockoffs that are in most kits.

[@chris_stacey]

The SAK saws are very good, at least on a par with the Leatherman ones. Combine it with carving yourself a couple of wedges and you can get through most things.

[@Olyphoto7]

Thanks for sharing Eric. That’s a fantastic kit I didn’t know existed.

[@christopherwilson1878]

I enjoy your reviews and videos a lot. I wish that you could show how much more space saving you would get by taking the products out of their consumer shelf packaging. For example the bug spray only needs to be the bottle and the head nets could be together in a small baggie. I bet there would be a ton of space left over. I thought that everything was in bags except the two books which warrant water protection more so than a hank of paracord.

[@carltonbraxton5399]

not bad at all, I took the same kit and did similar additions, but used 2 of those kits and made a third up using the bag with specialized gear. all reside in a large dry bag with shoulder straps. rides well in the back of a Piper super cub bush plane

[@mrhalfstep]

Gonna recommend, one more time, explore foot warmers as an alternative to hand warmers. They get hotter, so maybe a couple of each?

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Not a bad idea, thanks

[@budgetbuyoutmisc.4916]

I like the stuff you added but I really like the little bottle of jack a nice little bonus

[@Kobraki1]

Just recently discovered your channel, love the videos have spent most of my time the last few nights watching the past couple years worth of vids you made. Oh and I think you should ask best glide for some free product or a small fee as I’ve spent almost $700 on their site since being introduced to their company by you. 😅

[@TSchulzeMasterClimb]

Muito Bom! Obrigado por compartilhar! Faltou um facão ou machado. Para serviço pesado.

[@deanoverton3595]

Yeah kit bash i just watched your video on your survival kit i must admit i have never seen a auto fishing rig in a survival kit be for that was cool thanks for showing that

[@CreativeRedundancy]

hey Eric. Off the shelve this seems to lack many shelter/cover options like a bivy or rain ponchos or a better saw yet the other stuff like first aid and fire are generous and pretty good. I can see this being useful for small planes and such.

[@TwindrippIsurboi]

Another good book with both of those books combined is a Boy Scout book

[@EatsTreatsMREs]

That is a really neat kit, the only thing I am not fond of os the bag. I cant help but think it would draw attention to you when you may not want it too. Still really cool though. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@cautahwork2466]

I love your content, I like your way, I look forward to the next video.

[@amandamiller94]

There's a lot of changes I would do in no order 1. Make it a backpack or sling pack 2. If it's is 2b 4 2 people there's needs 2b packs 3. add a Sawyer mini that could hook up 2 the water bag 4. Pilot crackers 5. Medium sized cooking pot 6. Steel water bottle with cup 7. The bag isn't water proof 8. Flair gun or pen 9. Most people r not going 2 know how 2 make a snare so pre made snares at least 2 dozen 10. Pre made figure 4 a dozen of them 11. Half a dozen steel rat traps 12. As many speed hooks as u can fit in2 it 13. Fixed blade knife 14. Up grade the SAK 2 the boys scout model 15. Multi tool 16. A folding saw & or folding bow saw 17. Large tarp 18. Tourniquets at least 2 4 each person 19. Real duct tape 20. 🔥 box 21. Headlight 22. Make the books water proof divide in2 smaller booklets 23. Gill net at least 3 each 24. Double med kit 25. More Paracord 26. Magnesium bar & or pills 27. Double 🔥 kit & That's all I can think of now

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Thanks

[@amandamiller94]

@@KitbashedSurvival yr welcome

[@raulduke6105]

Excellent additions

[@casondave]

Yep, damm fine kit but the bits you added should have been in there already ..... (grin) Espec the tube tent and stove !!!

[@chaosncheckt9356]

Really enjoy your videos. I have several of the kits you've reviewed. I am curious, with all the kits you are reviewing, what do you do with them after the review?

[@nicolab2075]

He survives! 😄

[@jameshall4385]

I think that is a good kit and the price is pretty good. I am not a fan of packaged water. It is bulky and adds weight. I would rather see better water collection. A life straw and a nice stainless steel container for collecting water and boiling it. You can pack all kinds of stuff inside it while it is in the bag.

[@bugstomper4670]

Throw in a folding saw, because I've seen those ring saw things break when you need 'em most. ... Get two rolls of TP and a trowl too. Put 'em in a bag, and tie a knot. Add it to that. Or you might be using band aids as TP.

[@KitbashedSurvival]

I added TP

[@dmsturgeon8762]

If you put a sawyer mini in the kit, you could filter 100,000 gallons of water, instead of the straws that only filter 30 gallons of water each.

[@stuartmiller8053]

good kit, good review. Cheers Stu

[@avb4805]

The ultimate survival emergency bag !! 👌😎🍻

[@paulferris8180]

Great video, I thought it was a quality kit to supply a pack but it was not complete in itself.

[@JohnDoe-do3fm]

My only criticism, which I think is a fair criticism, is the duffle bag the kit comes in. If I were building this from scratch from their website I'd swap the duffle bag out for the medium backpack which is just $10 more. I've just never been a fan of duffle bags.

[@honestreviewer7788]

New vid! Nice.

[@wildernesshermit2126]

Nice review

[@stephengonzalez2997]

That is a really good kit! A bit costly but it does have quite a bit of quality goods. The 1st Aid bag rocks! I would add gloves and be quite happy. B.S Healthcare Administration degree 🎓

[@thomasmckay9878]

I use 5 gal paint strainer as big net over hat..and use as not too!

[@austinhughes1924]

I’d say overall that’s a pretty good.Survival kit for the money.And for what’s inside the kit.

[@greggmouritzen7478]

With the size of that bag, I would suggest a small solar panel and charger plus rechargeable batteries for all electrical devices

[@randyyewell3755]

Very nice kit. 👌

[@iamanempoweredone6064]

I’m gonna get a few

[@gogogardener]

I'd add some cough drops. I think the kit is a good value too.

[@1ctf749]

I’m shocked on how good the kit is but they could have added a flare gun and a proper saw, knife a first aid kit and another flashlight and a couple more items.

[@geraldbock1012]

compasses are not going to be very useful until the magnetic poles get to where they are going. Cardinal directions would be better. The N pole is supposedly headed into the N Indian Ocean.

[@remyllebeau77]

It is very much a valid criticism if the kit can be put together for $200. Nobody wants to pay a $100 or more premium for the luxury of not having to order separate things if they knew the price tag was that high.

[@RIPPER334]

Looks like they cleaned out the Ozark Trail camping section at Walmart...

[@kevinflorer1211]

Thank God you did not have to leave out the "Jack Daniels" as the viewer of your, Wonderful insight you are one of those people that can put "Made in USA" or mostly 20 pounds of SH#$. Into a 5 pound sack.

[@3vil3lvis]

This bag is on the small side for a survival kit, but would make a good medical kit.

[@tweezerjam]

So that light can run up to 25 days on low? Dec-ent

[@thespooner3906]

Why are speedhooks illegal to use in non survival situations?

[@nickmartino2839]

I love this

[@antotombari710]

Thank you for the video!! Are you OK? I see you a little bit shaky

[@Sammyandbobsdad]

I would prefer two one gallon water bags rather than one two gallon bags because if there are two of you and you have to separate you each have a bag.

[@spencermorrow2899]

Does that die marker stuff kill wildlife and does allow the water to become clear again and not be poisonous

[@henrymann8122]

I am a city guy (NYC) but it looks like a great kit to have at your disposal.

[@budgetbuyoutmisc.4916]

I do like that kit

[@sarahb.bartlett7071]

Love your videos, they're ALL badass!!! Quick question though...do they make p51 or the other type of can openers for left handed people??? I've tried the p51 can opener before, but I could not operate it because I am left handed. Not being anyway, just curious on your opinion because you know ALOT about this type of things!!! Thanks in advance if you can answer ❤❤🙃

[@conniehallock399]

How much final weight? After add-ons

[@jonathandalton2921]

how big it is? i think you mean , how small is it? in the thumbnail , i thought it was at least double the dimensions

[@cowman19979]

Can someone tell me where i can buy medication part of this kit, or something like this?

[@vyranlaise8356]

If your ever in a survival situation. Your probably not going to have that with you at the time it happens. Your never going to know your in a survival situation until it's to late. I've seen it happen way to many times. People have there survival kit in there vehicle trunk when hiking through the woods and take the wrong path or get turned around and find themselves lost very fast. It have even happened to people in a search party. I always tell people to have a small survival kit in there backpacks. Just in case. I've been called out to find hunter that have gotten lost or have fell out of there hunting stands. Some like to hunt in the marshes and take the wrong trails and end up lost for up to five days before someone calls us to find them. Something it takes time till someone notice that there not home or back to work. Always tell someone where your going and how long your going to be. This way someone can report them missing when there not back on time. The faster the search party can get looking. In an emergency situation it's great to have a survival kit of any kind with you. Most of the people we find out in the woods haven't eaten for up to 2 weeks. They find water. They should stay where they find water and should set up a camp till there found. You can survive without food a long time. The first 3 days are the hardest because your so used to eating ever single day. Your body is built to survive on it's own. After 3 days you won't feel as hungry. Your stomach start to shrink and by day 5 your hunger starts to go away. Your body start to eat the extra fats stored in your body. People will say what about energy from food. As you start to lose weight your body will naturally gang energy. The lighter you get the more energy you'll get. I also tell people to away set traps for small game. And learn to make yourself a wooden spear for protection from wild animal's. Your chances of seeing an wild animal is rare but it keeps your hand and mind busy plus it helps you to relax some at night when you can't see 3 feet in front of you. In your backpack always carry little things that can help you if you become lost. Keep a few protein bars in your bag and a couple bottles of water. Some band aids, chapstick a small tub of A&D ointment, small flashlight an extra knife and a small button campus. Two space blankets. You don't need a say if you know how to break wood branches that have fallen. Using to trees close together to brake the wood easily. Carry a small power bank to charge up your phone. This wouldn't take up much room in your bag. Plus it's very cheap and light. Being lost out in the woods it's very hard to carry a lot of things that you can replace easily after your found. Only carry what your going to need. The books you get with your kit's to survive. Read them every chance you get. Learn the books inside and out. Just in case you don't have them. You'll remember the very important parts in the book and don't need to carry the extra weights. I hope this helps out to understand you might be prepared. But chances are you won't have you gear with you when you need it most. Just put a few things in your backpack. The one you always take with you on small hikes. Stop worrying about things that will just make your time lost worse. Good luck

[@CiCiirishkitty]

This kit is so worth the $300!

[@amandamiller94]

Slingbow with 3 piece take down arrows a dozen of them & or slingshot ammo

[@makingd.o.123]

What's the weight after add on's

[@stevenmc56]

nice kit

[@bryanjohnson8162]

27:37 That's what she said Lol!!!!

[@Setnja92]

You ate the boa at the end or what?? :D 12:50 Tooth for tooth, eye for eye? :D Poisonous are things you can drink-eat-inhale, but the animal bites and stings are venomous.

[@timgonya3593]

the wire saw is good, but not perfect they heat up and break, a folding saw would be better like a small silky professional pocketboy saw or a medium saw

[@mjattes]

Nice!

[@RenThraysk]

Odd choice of Swiss army knife. Think the Walker makes a better choice with it's saw, guess this kit was specced before the Walker became available.

[@Mr.Merciless]

For some reason I’ve never ever have trusted water purification tablets or the drops

[@panpiper]

People should learn to fast. Going three days without food is really easy, even if you are active.

[@davidleavitt835]

Is there any multipurpose use for desiccant, other than keeping bags dry?

[@KitbashedSurvival]

Nah, as far as I know it just keeps things dry. I guess you could feed it to an enemy to dehydrate them lol.

[@davidleavitt835]

@@KitbashedSurvival good one. 😂🤣

[@dougriggs337]

The extractor works great if you get stung by a bee and can get it within a minute or so, it won't even swell up

[@sojourn1544]

If you’re starving you would eat those bars if they were 20yrs past the expiration date!!

[@NostalgiaBrit]

I'm new to the survival/prepper community… What does MRE mean, please (I'm still learning a lot of the phrases, acronyms & terminology used)? 🙏🏻

[@SusanLand]

Meal Ready to Eat.

[@NostalgiaBrit]

@@SusanLand thank you Susan 🙏🏻🥰❤️

[@Proctor013]

Before buying alot of mre's try buying 1 or 2 of different types, brand, flavor, ect and actually try eating them. Alot of people buy bulk amounts of mre's only to find that they can't stand half the stuff.

[@NostalgiaBrit]

@@Proctor013 good advice, that you 🙏🏻🥰❤️

[@spyro1967]

Could do with a decent knife and folding saw .