Prepper and Survival Gear YOU WILL ACTUALLY USE

[@diypreppertv]

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[@Praise___YaH]

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[@sandyhunter3040]

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[@floridarich9250]

Cast iron is the way to go. Will last forever, taken care of properly.

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching!

[@Gratitudeheart]

The one concern to be aware of with cast iron is the iron levels. If that is the only thing you cook with or if you leave foods in them for long periods they can leach iron. We need iron, but be aware that high levels of iron can be toxic. They can increase foods iron levels by 12 to 20% just by cooking in them. I use them, but just be aware cause if that is the only thing you cook in and eat high iron foods or take supplements it could eventually cause an issue....

[@Government-EconomicsTeacher]

@@Gratitudeheartgood tip to remember in an survival situation. Women are often anemic. Ny dr specifically told me to cook more in cast iron as a list of things to combat my severe anemia.

[@Government-EconomicsTeacher]

Love my cast iton dutch oven too! If I had to pick one Id keep the dutch oven. Can still use as a skillet but also can heat up in a fire and utilize as a stew pot or even an oven.

[@MrBilld75]

Happiness is a comfortable pair of shoes/boots.

[@darrenlindsey5292]

One thing I would add, is a pellet gun. Good to have fun in the back yard. But in an emergence is for hunting birds or squirrels, or rabbits.

[@ApocGuy]

pellet gun in .50 cal can take down full size human at 100 yards ;)

[@hgreen7439]

My car always looks like a homeless encampment in the winter. I always have extra jackets, pants, shirts, hoodies, and socks in the trunk and back seat with blankets. Never know when you come across an accident with someone dressed up for the office and they are freezing.

[@Gratitudeheart]

😂 same... people get in and are like what is in the back seat...just stuff lol push it over and get in...

[@freedomcall1933]

I always tell people stock up on food, water, medicine anything to keep you warm and heat up food and you are set.

[@markbuchholz4471]

HELLO AMMO.

[@rosanneciccia7918]

Need to stay cool in summer should the power goes out

[@dylanthomas3140]

@@rosanneciccia7918 not nearly as big of an issue

[@rosanneciccia7918]

@@dylanthomas3140 sorry it is in southern states esp when it hits 100 for weks on end

[@dylanthomas3140]

@@rosanneciccia7918 you’d be uncomfortable, not deadly like with cold

[@giantskunk]

We have the rechargeable light bulbs strategically screwed into lamps around the house. Plenty of light in normal use. These were a lifesaver during the power outage a couple months back. Turning on the lamp with battery power felt “normal” and was a morale booster. The charge lasts several days at least with judicious use.

[@sandilight5183]

Where did you get them and what is the brand name?

[@giantskunk]

@@sandilight5183 I get the GE led+ backup battery from Amazon. As I am typing they are on sale but prices do fluctuate.

[@brandonblahnik6002]

Hand and toe/foot warmers are also useful in the cold months. You can keep some in your vehicle, backpack, at work, etc. because they don't take up much space and are pretty cheap.

[@user-bi8ko7kc6h]

It’s useful for ladies as well. (I use them monthly to reduce discomfort during winter) but they do expire and not heat up anymore after few years.

[@Orlosthedruid]

I live on the Gulf Coast, I prep for storms, hurricanes, power outages. A few years back, Texas had a freak of a freak storm, we were below 0 for days in Feb. It is unheard of in my lifetime. If it were not for our propane stove, I have a bad feeling that we would have had to evacuate. It was that bad. ALL MY VOTES for propane stoves, grills, heaters, generators. GET ONE OR MORE NOW!

[@NachoManRandySandwich]

I don't have the money for vacuum sealing or mylar but I've been stocking up on whatever canned goods I can for the last few years. Very little variation in canned meats in the country where I'm situated so not looking forward to eating the same things over and over but better than starving I guess

[@brendanelson1027]

Look for things like bouillon cubes, gravy mixes, spices & spice blends to add flavor to your canned items. Also, recycled plastic or glass Mason jars can store rice, beans, sugar, salt, oatmeal & pastas for several years. Blessings from NW Florida!

[@christopherrobbin847]

There's mylar bags 1 gallon sized on Amazon like 40 of then are 16$ if you buy noodles/rice in bulk you can definitely afford them or no beer money for a month

[@sebobelzil4206]

...ah!!! Just cracked me up! "If you're in the shower, or on the toilet and the power goes out, you're just in a lot of trouble!" This is so funny. It ain't a nuclear explosion, but close enough! Great channel, and great ideas too. East Coast of Canada approved video.

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you! Lol

[@lanakeeton8102]

I actually keep a solar flashlight in my bathroom window.

[@samearry4291]

I use foot pumps for both car tires and inflatable mattresses/beach balls etc.

[@sfhtexas6690]

J.R., I store my dry goods in those FoodSaver Mylar bags that Amazon sells. It’s probably the quart size that takes 6 cups of rice, or whatever else is getting packed away, that works great. Get 10 bags ready, mark on them with a sharpie before starting, the date and item, put in 6 cups of dried good (rice!!!) into each bag, toss in an oxygen absorber, then seal those suckers up. Those bags will easily last 20-25 years. I probably won’t be around then but my children and their kids will be able to enjoy something nice to eat. Thank you for what you do.

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@yellowdog762jb]

Same. I buy the O2 absorbers that come sealed ten in each pack. Then I do exactly as you described. Then they go into totes, or the flat storage boxes with wheels that fit under most beds.

[@ApocGuy]

one piece of gear i use quite regular is Kelly kettle. that thing is PURE gold when it comes to input vs.output. twigs, pine cones, wood... hell, you can use those firestarters cubes . i agree on cast iron cookware; this is hard to beat. as for lightning; i've made my own emergency lightning with those led strips and 2 100Ah batteries. even if its on for 24 hours, it would take few months to discharge both batts :D .

[@ericarnaud7983]

I always try to differentiate from what I want and what I need. The need items may be what I will potentially need in a certain situation...i.e. a generator...I don't need it everyday and will probably use it only when I need power in a power out situation, but that is a need. For example, to get back and forth for work, I need transportation...I may want a Lamborghini, but any vehicle will do the job. The one condition I put on my need items is that it has to be durable....I won't buy a product that is only good for one or two uses, so my wants do influence my needs. I tend to define my wants as luxury items and do have some. 👍

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching Eric!

[@maryanderson5443]

I wish someone would address prepping for senior citizens. Carrying heavy bug out bags probably won’t be possible. I live in a senior apartment building with little storage. Walking distances isn’t possible. What can we do to be ready?

[@markcocks5295]

Suggestion from a 69 year old: Trade your knowledge and wisdom for physical assistance by trying to become part of a community of some kind or another. Maybe the local church would be a good place to try. We live in the Philippines where family ties are very strong and there are many disasters (typhoons and earthquakes) and people pull together to help each other recover. In the West, the family has broken down, so anyone on heir own needs to find a substitute 'family' or community.

[@johnallen7367]

Hi from Australia. I have used ryobi 18v tools as a tradie. Im now retired and have been prepping for a couple of years. Ryobi system, apart from tools, make refrigerated coolers, variety of lights, fans, insect killers, invertors etc etc. A simple 1 panel solar array and regulator will keep these systems running for years (silently).

[@ApocGuy]

arent those batts 18V? if so, you need 24V panel or two panels...

[@francismcclaughry3794]

my iron skillet came from my girl friend sister and it came from her mother. right now i use a lodge that i sanded the bottom of the skillet with an orbital sander and then cured it.

[@Mama_eats]

Dehydrated food is great to keep on hand. Has an indefinite shelf life if stored correctly, does not need heat to turn back into edible food

[@seanfarmer6571]

Totally agree about the cast iron cookware!

[@korbin4674]

The Grayl water filters are good in sense of filtering but the filters are 25 a piece and only filter like 30 gallons. Which makes such a small amount compaired to Sawyer at 100,000 gallons for only 30 dollars

[@yellowdog762jb]

The Grayl doesn't seem like a long term solution IMO. Seems good for a camping trip, a vacation to a third world country, or a get home bag. Maybe you don't have to stop and boil questionable water. For the price and bulk you are approaching the pump type filters that have more capacity.

[@boek2777]

Filtering in several steps will make the more expensive filters last longer. I've never tried it myself but i do have stuff to filter in about 8-10 steps. 8 steps is definitely overkill but I'm somewhat extreme. Simplified: don't use expensive filters to remove stuff you could use gravity or cloth to remove.

[@yellowdog762jb]

@@boek2777 True. I carry a few coffee filters with my Sawyer for that very reason. I read more on the Grayl. It will remove more things then the Sawyer, such as viruses and many chemicals and pesticides. For pure backcountry use, the larger capacity and lighter weight might make the Sawyer more attractive to some. As a get home bag addition, or for use around human activity, the Grayl might be a better choice. I didn't know it did as well as it does on chemicals, pesticides and viruses. I'm rethinking its utility.

[@willyjilly9684]

Great video as always. Hope you are having a wonderful day today ❤️

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@dimitrilitovsk2372]

When I started prepping I didn't have mylar so I used mason jars with the oxygen absorbers for rice and pasta

[@kevingeorge644]

Great job, God gifted speaker God speed always

[@sandinetluv7341]

The Noco battery jump pack is great!!! I am having issues with my minivan so I can keep it in my car plugged in or charge it at the house before I go out. I literally have been using this almost daily for the last 2 months with no issues. I can jump my car battery in a few minutes. I even kept it in my car before I was having issues. I plan to purchase a 2nd one for my other car. Great investment!!!

[@mikeredhead2894]

I have that one too. I can jump the van dozens of times. It's still reading basically full. It's great.

[@NorthernNevadaGardener]

Thank you JR for the wealth of information. I appreciate all you do for us. Stay safe

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you Lisa!

[@davidhawkins847]

You can also use square sleeping bags as comforters in colder seasons if you have heat issues or a sudden cold snap. Like you said, you can use any camping gear as your emergency backup. For generators, I preferred to get a gas/propane generator first. The cost is lower for the wattage, but I can also use it to charge up a solar generator when there isn't enough sunlight to keep it charged. This allows me to only run it when needed once I get a solar generator.

[@outdoorjohn7945]

Really good ideas!

[@ArcherBowman]

Reminder: Liquid bleach has a shelf life of only +/- 1 year. It turns back into water. Instead, find powdered Calcium Hypochlorite. It is a powdered form of bleach that goes a long way and has an indefinite shelf life. Research for more details. Take care!

[@ApocGuy]

i dont what kind of bleach do you use, but ones they make in my country has shelf life of 2 years with additional one i stored in cool and dark place. buddy worked there and told me that. but i'd take care and research, i take no responsibility for anyone death :P

[@kimmer6]

All pool supply shops have Calcium Hypochlorite from small packages to treat hot tubs to 5 gallon buckets of it. Treat the water in a container and cover it with cloth to keep moths, bugs and dust out. The chlorine will dissipate by the next day.

[@robertmill7755]

A lot of food for thought. Thanks

[@11aaf]

Oil lamps can be found cheap at Good Will, and lamp oil can be bought at Walmart. No batteries needed.

[@kimmer6]

I collected kerosene lanterns and table lamps for years. Last count was 112 of them. They will burn diesel fuel as well but you need to be sure never to mix fuels and lamp oils as sometimes they will gel up and ruin the wick. A ruined wick will burn out in a few minutes as the fluid can no longer move by capillary action. Diesel fuel burns with less odor than kerosene but oil lamps and lanterns will all smell up the room when used indoors.

[@robertcarmosino6563]

And a couple of replacement wicks

[@maryjowinfrey4589]

Thank you, JR! Always spot on.

[@typolive8663]

Another good video full of solid advice. Thanks JR

[@diypreppertv]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@oceandmike]

Great content! Thank you.

[@andrewwilliam7890]

Because of all these train derailments carrying hazardous materials. I'd add gas masks and filters to the list

[@christopherrobbin847]

At least a respirator with a voc cartridge ^

[@davidjones1393]

YES THKS

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you David!

[@ritawilliams8754]

Thank you for your information 🤗🙏

[@Sanja8329]

I really like your channel. Straight to the point. Keep it up!

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you!

[@Gumby1978]

Always good advice. Thank you

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you Gilbert!

[@oceandmike]

Great content! Glad I found your channel and subscribed.

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you Don!

[@tomahawkmatt]

JR you got me on the Wallaby mylar bags and I like the idea of those storing ammo because I'm maxed out in my safe with 50 cal cans got some 20 gage in freezer bags in another sport bag that will be replaced with the Wallaby bags.

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for watching! They could be good for electronics also. The Mylar isn’t enough to act as a faraday cage, but it will protect from water as long as it doesn’t get punctured.

[@samappleby1297]

I want to give this 100 likes

[@doncahill194]

I double seal when I vacuum seal. Far fewer failures.

[@yellowdog762jb]

I use the vacuum seal mylar bags for some items. Most vacuum sealers will not seal regular mylar. There are mylar bags made for vacuum sealers though. They will be labeled as such. They seem to be thinner than regular mylar. I store mine in plastic totes to keep them from getting nicked. I also used oxygen absorbers in them. I double seal virtually very vacuum bag that I use because the seal is the weak point as you said. Whether you are freezing them, or storing preps in them, check your seals after a couple of days, and then after about 2 weeks for failed seals or pin holes. Mylar is used to store some preps because it blocks light. But, more importantly, it's not porous like plastic. Sealing dry foods in plastic bags for long term storage is ineffective because the plastic will allow O2 to permeate the bags eventually. Another tip with vacuum seal bags is that you can make them a bit longer than needed to begin with. When you open them cut very close to the seal. Then you can reuse the bags, depending on what you stored in them the first time. I learned the hard way that you need to explain that to family members. I didn't tell my wife that, and she just ripped into and destroyed a couple of them before I showed her how to save them. I also had to explain that the saved supplies weren't just the result of a mega shopping trip that allowed you to not return to the store for while. That they were there In Case stores weren't an option. First In, First Out, replace what you use immediately. Or best practice, buy what you need, then use the new item to replace an older, stored identical item. On rechargeable batteries, they make C and D sized adapters that take AAA and AA batteries inside them. Some adapters accept only one internal battery, some will accept up to 3. I don't have any devices that need C sized batteries, and I only have a couple that need D batteries, so I bought adapters in case I need them, rather than full sized rechargeable D batteries. I'm looking at some rechargeable 2016 and 2032 coin batteries. Reviews on many of them are kind of sketchy though. I like head lamps that also offer a red or green light option in addition to the white light. I found a model on Amazon for about $20 that takes rechargeable 18650 batteries. The lights also have a USB port built in that allows them to recharge the on board battery if you don't want to just swap it out. The built in port makes recharging in the field easy with a battery bank, car charger, or a small portable solar panel . I keep an eye out for dual fuel camping lanterns and stoves. Those will burn gasoline in addition to white gas, although they need to be cleaned more often if you burn gasoline. I found that I could replace the regular incandescent bulb on a few of my older camping lanterns with a LED bulb for about $7 -10. The light is a brighter, better color and it lasts several times longer than the original bulb. Some LEDs have narrow beams, some are wider. The specs will usually state what it is. Choose according to your needs.

[@mags2763]

Thanks for your clear and solid advice. Sub from South Africa

[@diypreppertv]

Thanks for subbing!

[@MrLandphill]

thanks for another great video

[@34outdoor]

great tips as always! you have a good one to 👍

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you!

[@darzellenone7626]

Could I get information on the cookers that you can use indoors using candles

[@joeyanglada1275]

It's a good idea to get a super capacitor jump box

[@Jesus.Eternal]

Are you ready for Judgment Day? The Bible says that all will stand before God to give an account of every thought, word, & deed. Will you be innocent or guilty on that day? Let’s look at the Ten Commandments to see if you meet God’s standard. Have you ever lied or stolen?? Ever committed adultery? (see Matthew 5:28) You may think this is "no big deal" but God sure does.... The first step is to just pray a prayer like this: "Father God, I want you to come into my life. Forgive me of my sin. I want to start this relationship with you now" Amen. If you’ll pray a prayer like that, God will hear and answer it.

[@sparrowflying864]

People have to repent. Asking God to forgive does nothing. God doesn't hear sinners. God gave everyone a way out through HIS Son Jesus Christ and John's baptism of repentance. Go to the river confessing your sins and take John's baptism of repentance according to Acts2:38. Repent and believe the Gospel time is short.

[@tjf1531]

Why do i keep seeing balloons 🎈 over my house. 😳

[@stephanie_beth]

😆 Sorry, my children and I were on a walk and the boys let go of their balloons.

[@conniestiles9083]

Good job!

[@diypreppertv]

Thank you Connie!

[@parkerazz4385]

I've seen adapters that let you use a 18650 lithium battery in place of Dcell batteries.

[@1erinjames]

Air cleaners/purifiers are gona be a necessity!! Idk what to tell you if electricity goes down, but why you have it, you're gona NEED air cleaners with more than a hepa filter!!

[@francismcclaughry3794]

I found a trick to save your rice or beans . i vacuum seal them my self. rice or beans wil usually ge good for then years and i DON'T KNOW IF i WILL BE HERE.

[@sweynforkbeardtraindude]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼!

[@trippytrellis7033]

First. I'll never be fully prepared based on my limited income.

[@christopherrobbin847]

Before you make every single decision in your life ask yourself this "is this going to help me get to my goal of being prepared" and being here in the comments on KZbin isn't getting you ready I'm sure you'll find you can do better

[@curtispavlovec]

Priorities. You have to make sacrifices. We all tend to mistake wants for needs and small “wants” add up to wasted funds for things we actually need.

[@waynespurlin8211]

No one has given any ideas how a handicap person can make it. I can protect myself up to a point but I refuse to be a victim.

[@fortunatusnine2012]

🤔👍

[@romainring]

Talk about walking

[@gunhack2148]

Hi! Ukraine war prepper is watching you. But my english is so poor, what is DIY mean?

[@mark-goldenrod]

Do it yourself

[@gunhack2148]

@@mark-goldenrod o)) thanks! It looks like my First rule of survivor: No one will come to the rescue.

[@edwardmiller9611]

Do it yourself.

[@BigMex777]

I use my solar generator to run my Bi-pap machine so I can still go camping and stay out longer.