Light Weight Urban Get Home Bag - Bug Out Bag!

[@jastrapper190]

In Iraq for my second deployment as a Marine Infantryman I bought a wrist compass. It was just one of those cheap Sunto’s that clip on a watch band. We were handing out election flyers once in the city of Ar Rutbah in Western Iraq. An IED detonated. In that same area at a different time we’re we’re doing a raid at night. Both times I used my wrist compass. When things go very bad/to hell and you get turned around and you start taking fire from a street. It’s amazing to not have to get out a full sized compass or GPS and just look at your wrist so you can scream out “contact East side of the road second story… SAW gunner engage…. and accurately report it up to higher on the radio.” The other time we were dismounted from our LAV’s on a target building in a city. We studied maps and satellite images but when we actually got there and got dismounted… we were on the wrong intersection on the other side of where we had planned to be… which my wrist compass helped me sort it out in the 5 seconds allocated in that chaotic dark nightmare hell I had to sort it out. It’s not really for navigating per se but it’s amazing to have the cardinal directions… easily and quickly… to hand or wrist. Especially in a city.

[@DDiskin69]

That trick about rolling the jacket and tucking it in the sleeve is one of the best I have ever seen! Thank you for the always great videos, thank you for your service, and keep up the great work!

[@claudeoverstreet8791]

When I lived in Los Angeles, I worked at a hospital in a really bad neighborhood. I survived the 1992 Los Angeles riots. One of the best investments I made in urban survival, was taking On Point Tactical’s “urban escape and evasion course.” Took it twice. I built “get home bags” very similar to yours. I also scouted different routes home. My situation was being the wrong skin color in the bad parts of the city during urban unrest. I was 20 miles deep in potentially deadly gang infested areas. I learned that cool jacket sleeve technique from you just now. I’ll start using that.😊 In the city, I found a useful app to have on my cell phone was sigalert. The app would show me where there were road blockages and even areas of protests. The best thing is to know when to leave and what areas to avoid. You’re a great instructor and I learn something new from you every time I watch. Thank you.

[@3vil3lvis]

You are the Kurt Russel of the Real Life Escape from LA hustle.

[@granitejeepc3651]

i was in the 1992 sympathetic riots in Newark NJ. was student teacher and walked back 5 rough miles to campus...get home bag since then

[@kennykendall9916]

When asked where I'm from , besides the Future , I say I'm a refuge of LA . What a dump . Only difference with the Bay area is water in the middle .

[@gatorbite3351]

As always, a very informative video. As a retired Tac Medic, I fell it is important for people to keep their blowout kit items "primed". Keep them unwrapped or partially open so that they are easier to use under stress and with bloody hands. If you run some sprints and put soapy water on your hands (simulates slippery blood) you will see how difficult Cat Ts and Israeli dressings are to open under stress. Stay prepared, stay alive!

[@chryder2443]

Agreed. I was going to say the same thing. I use red tape to tab the tear spots on stuff like compressed gauze or Israeli dressing wrappers but any TQ that is staged for any potential serious use needs to be unwrapped, set up for rapid application and stored in some form of TQ holder to protect it and keep it from getting tangled but maintain quick access.

[@gatorbite3351]

@@chryder2443 Try white tape for your primimg tabs. It is easier to see in low light conditions than red tape. Also, tactically, red lights are often used which will make it very hard to see red tape. Thats the way I do it

[@Serkanbah]

add Turkish ankaferd bloodstopper to bag its herbal and really good.

[@TJackSurvival]

EXCELLENT Advice right here.

[@loribolish2437]

Good advice

[@stevestumpy6873]

I would want a backpack that looked like a bookbag for some place like a community college in an urban setting.

[@macbruno357]

I live near a university, so the bag I carry is a Swiss gear. It looks like a book bag, but it has a ton of compartments, and pockets. It definitely does the job.

[@coreopolis]

Agreed

[@johnkorn1810]

I get the concept but a few days into the ordeal anyone with a bag will be a target. Camo or book bag they will want to know whats in it. Imo

[@vonsprague7913]

​@@johnkorn1810 agreed! Wrol means everyone is a target, stealth is essential.

[@woodrowcall3269]

@@johnkorn1810 that’s why you carry a gun , to prevent someone from checking you out.

[@lesliepaulkovacs6442]

For those of us who are Blind as a Bat, an extra pair of Prescription Glasses is worth the weight and space, even if you use Contacts. And if you can tolerate them, I’d add Caffeine Pills. It’s a lot quicker to swallow a pill than to stop and brew a cup of coffee to keep going. Also, I’d toss in a Boo-boo Ouch Kit with Pain Pills and Moleskin for Blisters. You’ll probably be walking a lot more than you’re used to. Hope this helps.

[@Bruce6001]

😶

[@maxpinson5002]

In a SHTF/WROL situation, you're not going to want to start a cooking/water boiling fire that would attract unwanted attention, nor would you want to linger long enough somewhere to do so

[@overlandedc]

Agreed a boo-boo kit is vital and you’ll more likely to use that than a blow out kit, but carry both

[@nomad753]

I would love to see a video showing the firearms that you trust your life with . I totally respect your opinion . I'm talking hunting, survival , concealed carry , home defense. Much respect to you bro .

[@evaneason6906]

I trust Ruger, been using them 25+ years. Just like anything it can be faulty from the manufacturer. Whatever gun u get make sure u shoot it enough with different types of ammo that if it had to be used in self defense u feel certain it will work.

[@jamesm.1467]

Ruger makes some of the best handguns. Get your hands on a P-89 in 9mm, a P-90 in .45 ACP, or a P-345 in .45 ACP. Great guns if you can find them.

[@robinbonaventura4951]

Andrew...great job as usual! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise. My Dad (my hero) was a Ranger in WW who scaled Point de Hock at Normandy as well as liberated a concentration camp. Take care, Robin

[@BrockNessMonster1991]

Liberated a labor camp, you mean

[@platonicmetal]

Much like mine. I always carry 2 liters of water in my go bag (I live in a semi-arid region). If I’m driving out of town, I take even more along.

[@xderiwx]

Nice! Looks like the 10 C's apply well to urban environments and not just bush.

[@db8314]

My bag is also camo... I carry grocery bags, bright ones and make faux repairs using the bags + duck tape. At first glance I look homeless. As long as I keep my distance from other people it works. Those millennium food bars are the best! Lots of flavors available and they will survive in a hot car.

[@johnstevenperez4186]

Great video. Haven't thought about a wrist compass before. Simple and already out of the pocket ready to go. Glad you showed it.

[@WillieMakeit]

Same here I've been looking into a wrist held compass. I think I would be more inclined to actually use the compass more frequently and correctly

[@SteveIsGr8r]

Another straight to the point video! Love your content, appreciate you taking the time to share your view points.

[@mikehotchkiss5201]

Thanks for the video. I have been looking to build a bag for my truck and this is what I was needing. I enjoy the fact that your videos are well structured, short, and informative. You have a top tier video format, at least in my opinion.

[@richardkibler3870]

Everything is spot on for your 20,Very Good! I would include some asprins & cash.Instant coffee can be consumed dry(Ranger style),tea bags can stop bleeding from getting cut,etc.,Thanks Andrew,Cheers!!!

[@seerking]

Simple, direct, and right to the point. No gimmicks, the way i like it.

[@KT_survival]

Another great setup. You're the master of survival kits, Andrew!

[@williamneal7210]

3:29 I was multi-tasking when you said that and had to laugh at your shout-out to the greatest sailor and warrior the 20th century ever produced; POPEYE!!

[@leonardmetzger9078]

Thank you, Major Andrew. Like the jacket fold!

[@BigEddie1970]

As always some of the best content going!

[@smokeymountainbushcraft252]

I preach having a good get home bag. Thanks for the content Drew!

[@musclejimfitness4418]

One of the best videos of practicality I’ve ever watched. Thanks for sharing

[@dgracias12]

Great content and learned a lot. 👍 One advice I would give the viewers is, if you have a tourniquet like that CAT, remove it from the plastic and set it up for use. From my experience, if you need a tourniquet, you have less than a minute before you bleed out(depending on the injury)and blood is slippery to mess around removing the plastic and especially under stress.😊

[@frankz4900]

Excellent video ,sir

[@membrodaligadassombras158]

I love urban survival vídeos

[@jasholden9741]

*Another way to roll a jacket like that one* is to fold in both sleeves, roll the jacket up from the bottom then tuck the rolled up part into the hood and pull the drawstrings. It makes a neat package and is easier than stuffing it all into a sleeve.

[@502deth]

This is how i do it, but i like the sleeve idea as another tool in the kit for storing sweatshirts or jackets without hoods.

[@jasholden9741]

@@502deth The Major got that right

[@Damacles9]

You have a smooth narrative style. Thank you for your service and dissemination of knowledge.

[@ARAW-__-]

Great one Andrew ! You could add a backup phone and mask : unconspicious nowadays and great to hide you face

[@connienjones8168]

Thank you for sharing this ❤️

[@TheAtarashiiKaze]

Great video. Good info. One video I have never seen anyone address is how a person would use their tools/weapons/training if for some reason their dominant hand/arm is injured and can't be used.

[@modernhereticnw]

Consistently one of my favorite channels. I like the concise impartation of knowledge and lack of focus on staying up with the latest gucci crap schilled by other channels.

[@dondiego89]

"We survive with what's in our pockets." Love it!

[@aka_the_one_crusty_dust]

Thank you for showing us that cool coat folding technique.

[@lacuzon39000]

Utility knife box cutter type with spares blades are great also , no matter how sharp you think your knife is . In urban situations , scout and mark all the “ bad neighborhoods “ on your map before shtf to make travel plan , some detour might end up being safer , imagine how those neighborhoods will turn in case of . A collapsing / folding hiking pole can be really useful also if you got to walk a lot , especially with a backpack on , and it can be used for different situations as well .

[@trekker8033]

As an ex Army combat soldier, I already have most of these items. I wish that we had concealed carry rights here in Canada, but, we don't. Be greatful, my U.S. neighbors and friends for your 2nd ammendment. This is an informative video. Thanks Ranger!

[@PH-wc8ll]

Be thankful for your kids to be able to go to school without having to worry about being shot or that you do not have to worry about a person carrying a weapon misunderstanding the situation.

[@trekker8033]

​@@PH-wc8ll Our kids and other innocents get shot by psychos and homicidal criminals anyways. I would rather a responsible person with a CCW stops the perp before he kills an innocent, then to bury my child or Mom or any family member. That is all I mean friend. You misinterpreted my comment.

[@PH-wc8ll]

how did I misinterpret your comment? @@trekker8033

[@PhatChin]

That jacket roll at the end of this video was the most useful tip here, for me. Thank you.

[@breakerprepper]

Now this is an outstanding survival bug out bag 🎒 🙌💯🙌

[@EthanBunting-s5s]

Sir thank you for your service

[@iraallenthecrazymountainpe2023]

Great video, thank you. Never saw the technique with rolling the jacket like that.

[@tonybratosh5364]

Always look forward to seeing your channel. When I see your lighter it reminds me to comment that I use a O ring instead of a zip tie to keep the fuel from inadvertently being depleted. You can size one up at your local hardware store to roll over the lighter and under the fuel lever, lasts a very long time instead of one and done.

[@hossm1808]

Very nice bag! Not over packed (which I sometimes do with my Go Bag) and you have everything you need!

[@henrygreene7845]

EXCELLENT VIDEO One thing I never leave the house without is a plastic bag I get from any store. The bags they use when you purchase items. The bag fold up stick it in my back pocket, You can use them of 100 different WAY. ...... Use like a GLOVE.... CARRY STUFF... COVER STUFF..... ON AND ON.. TRY IT..

[@animesaveslives418]

I would recommend perhaps more lock picking supplies, a small pry bar, locks (maybe you want to secure an entry from others if your staying the night or evading someone), a slim jim or something similar for breaking into vehicles, perhaps fuel siphoning supplies, a solar charging power bank and cords, glowsticks, an extra house key and maybe vehicle, a belt ammo carrier for quick utilization, monocular and or range finder, gloves.

[@gladius1275]

Good content! It was worth it just for that jacket folding technique, brilliant!

[@snolan2788]

The most informative bug out back video I’ve seen on KZbin

[@StabbinJoeScarborough]

Great Urban video Major ! Thanks for your efforts !

[@JH-6]

Nice to address urban travel needs. Perhaps you could include entry and exit tools in this kit. Thanks for sharing.

[@feartheoldblood]

I wanna throw this out there cause this is important. That handcuff key is a model 100 handcuff key. Most LE carry Security 104 cuffs. They're different keys and more commonly used. Get yourself a 104 security cuff key. Source: me, I was a Sheriff

[@brianburgess3638]

Keep the great knowledge coming!!

[@anthonyg.valletta8895]

My urban break-out bag is a diaper bag. Less desirable if it's sitting on the back seat of your vehicle than something that looks tactical and of use to some.

[@franhildwine1340]

Great video, like all of your others. Once point, as a medic I used trauma shears every day. If you buy the $6 or cheaper variety, they will cut a penny, ONCE. Then you can throw them out because the hinge rivet is too loose to actually cut fabric.

[@jastrapper190]

Those millennium bars are Good to Go. It’s basically the same formulation as the lifeboat rations but it’s packaged in a much more versatile size. For when you don’t need 3600 calories worth of the material/“food”/emergency lifesaving dry crumbly cinnamon survival ration the size of a half brick . Also I just had a pre-made kit inspected and the 3600 block I had in that bag had went bad. The packaging was punctured by something (since when it was last inspected) and allowed water to get in. Consequently the whole ration was compromised (I’m still going to mix it with my morning cereal and eat it little by little but I had to replace it with new stock in the bag). However when each bar has its own very rugged tough Mylar laminate foil package… one puncture at most ruins a single bar. Or you can just carry one and fit in a pocket easier. If the formulation is good enough for the Coast Guard and military to put in emergency rations… it’s good enough for a civilian emergency kit. 👍🏻

[@TainoViking]

Awesome video again much appreciated!

[@Dreoilin]

I work and live in a city but often have to head to my moms house in the burbs or friends house in the country side. This video is awesome.

[@kfsrmn]

Some good tips. I have been working on a survival pack for 2 people. We are old and I can't carry much. Wife even less. Hoping she will be able to carry a fanny pack with 2 25 oz SS water bottles and some small items. I have limited my pack to 10 lbs not including water, food or weapons. Going for 30 lbs max load out for me and that may be stretching it. Water is the killer.

[@zachparade2791]

Your videos are some of the very best on survival on this platform. I was an early sub and have loved watching your channel grow. Thank you for all you taught me and others! 🙏 You should totally make that jacket folding technique into a KZbin short!

[@Nunya9876]

Good video Andrew! In a future video, could you please show more ways as to how to recognize certain “signs” in a shtf situation, and how you would avoid possible confrontation (evade/hide), in say a city or town environment? It’s good to know what tools to carry and how to use them. Improvisation and awareness of the environment are keys to survival.

[@BandGeek2210]

Excellent! All bases covered ….short and sweet and as always zero BS! Great video

[@BaBaR84]

Corporals Corner sent me here !! Great channel !! 💪🏻

[@johnwyman5939]

Awesome Job on video and showing all the gear items that you have in backpack. Thank you!!🇺🇸🇺🇸🪓🔪👍👍

[@ronaldprince435]

Smaller zip ties fit great into the sweatband of most ball/trucker caps. I carry cotter pins amd hitch pins in the fold ofy bill fold. And a razor blade behind my driver license

[@LetoAt77]

Excellent! Always crushing! 👊

[@jefferydoty5141]

thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@ApocGuy]

that jacket folding was damn awesome, havent seen that technique yet. nice tips too, would be nice to have some "less than lethal" weapons in there, for those of us who live in countries that doesnt allow personal firearms protection for civvies...

[@gwpattrick]

It doesn't matter about backpacks any more. Police officers and military know what backpacks are, and what to look for. Good gun. By the way. And pens like that are often laughed at intill you use one.

[@gobihoukou1]

I like that jacket folding tip, never saw this method before. Going to try it now.

[@johnwalloch142]

I try for gray man look . Used or older bags that don't look new are my choices

[@chronicon5616]

Hey, that's a great trick to roll up the jacket and contain it with the sleeve! 👍

[@thumperthumper5322]

I would add a shamogh. The most versatile piece of equipment \ clothing I've ever seen

[@nomad753]

You are the man that I look to for survival advice period . Much love to you man .

[@everettreid701]

I'd like to have a whole complete set like that but right now the way it is where I live you got to fight for everything

[@neoaliphant]

awesome video, nice to see that my urban bag is very similar to the contents showm, only difference is im british so instead of the firearm ive got 10x teabags, enough for one day....

[@dw.bushcraft2780]

I look forward to every one of your videos keep doing what you're doing man don't ever stop

[@jonathanflowers6353]

I appreciate your videos, they provide real knowledge that helps me enhance my basic skills.

[@pollyhatch5426]

Learned a new trick with the jacket. I roll my clothes but never thought of stuffing itself into the sleeve or pantleg.

[@steveorion6185]

Great information and loud and clear ! tks

[@nauticalknotcraft]

Outstanding! Thanks Andrew.

[@chrismoore600]

Job well done sir very good information.

[@franki4192]

TOP 👍🏼, thanks. Great from Bavaria, Franki.

[@dutchvanderbilt9969]

Definitely gonna compare this to my rural minimalist kit.

[@brianmaxey3263]

Andrew, will you please post a video on how to make sheaths with 100 mile hour tape?! Thanks..

[@SavageVoyageur]

Thanks Andrew, great advice as usual. Love me that Hellcat.

[@arnsnicklefritz9634]

Thank you Andrew. We always look forward to your videos. Hope your health is well good sir.

[@kingsclownvideos]

Very helpful and timely. Thank you.

[@denofearthundertheeverlast5138]

I love my 40oz klean Kanteen, I would also recommend filling it up every day (or every couple days) and putting it in your bag before you leave the house so its already full.

[@pedroadro3043]

Brilliant work. Always informative without the ego. Thanks for the great video.

[@backrowbrighton]

Hi from the UK. Love the set up. Unfortunately we have laws that severely restrict firearms ownership and also the carrying of all but the smallest of pocket knives. Also almost nobody has any sense of preparation, their phone is seemingly all they need. Some of us are ready but we are regarded as something of a lunatic fringe.

[@coreopolis]

You’re part of the family as far as the community goes, we’re all on the edge lol

[@branthodson6848]

Take a look at what is happening in France, build something to the best of what you can in the UK, and have a plan in place

[@jfilm7466]

Don't forget to pack of rainbow camo with the greens and urban in Brighton and you really will be a gray man, I could put in a few more puns but some people take puns given in love as offensive. 😂

[@Word187]

Thru hikers hike the PCT for 4-6 months with ultra light packs that weigh around 10 LBS. That is including a tent and sleeping system. This seems a bit heavy just to get home in one day. Even if you need some other tools in urban areas you don't need while hiking. I'm sure you wil find way's to cut down the weight. I would first lose the aluminum nalgene bottle and replace it with a smart water bottle and a sawyer squeeze water filter. Why the big scissors? You already have a multi tool and a knife! Just pick one of the 3 and go with it. Don't pack your fears to much.

[@tomcatt998]

Now that's one slick way to roll up a jacket 👍

[@filippocorti6760]

Good communication skills.

[@frankvega4993]

Awesome video as usual

[@KevinSmith-yh6tl]

Thanks again for posting these very helpful tutorials.👍

[@lesmontgomery7]

Thank you Andrew. Love your videos

[@scottsimkins4692]

Hi mate I would like to say hello from the UK I’ve watched all your videos and yes it has cost me a small fortune lol but bloody hell the best videos I’ve watched and I’ve watched 100s of them if possible could you do one on your sewing pouch and what you got on there as I’ve got one so wanted to see what you have as you seem to have loads in there And also a video on hunting and fishing and how you make you’re traps and snares so basically living of the land would be great and once again videos are amazing

[@jasongarling20]

Great video! Now let's go from point a to b. Escape and evade.

[@saritaford3667]

Lots of great information on Urban survival. Love you Andrew!

[@jfilm7466]

Bits and pieces under morale patches, well hidden. The jacket roll was great.

[@christophermozeleski7149]

I bought a multi pack of the water keys. My wife looked at me like I was crazy. I told her that water key and a fire hydrant wrench were both good items to keep in our vehicles.

[@ronaldrose7593]

Hello 👋 Andrew, thank you for sharing this vital information. You always do a great job. All the best to you. Stay safe out there. 🤗

[@bob_btw6751]

I would add a small fixed blade knife about 6" long with a kydex sheath some small narrow zip ties. One of my pouches is a dump pouch with a mag pouch on either side. It is the same shape as a mil canteen pouch and is made by a company which makes both. The dump pouch can hold a fair amount of content which I've filled with a 10C's mini kit. A gadget pouch is good for a ifak bigger than a booboo kit but smaller than a trama kit. For colder temps a base layer top and bottom does not take up much space.