Readywise 64 Piece Emergency Back Pack. AKA, the "Get Home Bag".

[@WarehouseMilitaryOutlet]

I like the “Walk Back” mindset, a debriefing of sorts.

[@FarpointFarms]

Exactly

[@gordonreeder3451]

I'd buy that just for the backpack. I love all the pouches. A good follow up video would be to fill out the bag with extras to make it truly useful.

[@FarpointFarms]

I am adding to it for our winter bag- There have been a few times that the weather was bad (snow) that we thought we would need to hike home.

[@hamandcheese25]

Believe it or not Jansport is making a comeback lol. I’ve been seeing more and more of them around as of late. Glad to see you made it through the storm and aftermath safe, most didn’t fare so well down there

[@FarpointFarms]

It is heartbreaking to see those who lost everything. I have some friends that are still in decent spirits despite losing most everything. That is the glimmer of hope that everything will be OK when those who lost it all can still smile at the little things.

[@brantleyrobbins7188]

Love the NCC-1701 on your shelf there. Great video!

[@FarpointFarms]

Thanks, I found that already built at an antiques store- who ever built it, put a lot of time and love in it.

[@barneymm2204]

It's my favorite Enterprise.

[@brantleyrobbins7188]

@@barneymm2204 that one and the NX-01.

[@barneymm2204]

@@brantleyrobbins7188 I think the NX has to grow on me. Even TNG Enterprise was a little too much (for me). I grew up on TOS and always thought it was too blocky but it did the job. Adding the curves like you might find in a sailing ship really brought it together. When they did the undocking sequence in TMP (obviously a nod to the fans), I was rivetted.

[@brantleyrobbins7188]

@@barneymm2204 I understand, I was an OG Constitution Class fan as well, but I ended up really liking Star Trek Enterprise so the NX-01 grew on me.

[@robertmeyer4744]

That a great bag to have .I made something like that for our car. We keep updating it .

[@FarpointFarms]

Keep updating the car kit, you never know what will be needed. We change out some items for winter, like a blanket and extra jackets

[@roberthoffman4713]

I've made some backpacks to keep in my cars over the years and I have added to them over the years. I like the basic stuff they have in their kit. I may add a few things to my kits based on watching this video. I think I would focus on foods that can be eaten cold so I can save water to drink or mix with tubes of drink flavor mixes, I have a few break and shake light sticks in my bags just because I had some on hand, I also pack 25 to 30 foot of paracord, and a cheaper tarp from harbor freight, because they can be used in many ways, from a shelter, to something to cover the ground to keep you dry, while covering with the poncho. Usually have some matches, a ferro rod and some easy to start fire starters, and there's always a flashlight and extra batteries. It can get really cold here so I have the emergency blanket, heavy, gloves, a heavy winter hat, and wool socks, and a wool blanket. I feel like that's enough to keep you warm through much of what you may come up against. I should put mirrors in all of them, I think I only have a mirror in one bag, I have whistles in all bags and compasses in at least 2 bags. I think lifeboat food might be a good addition to the bags since it's very long life and doesn't require heating to eat it. I also carry smaller folding bow saws and or pruning saws to cut up downed wood into stuff sized to burn if you need heat. I guess I just packed stuff that I found handy when I did search and rescue with the civil air patrol and things that got my a$$ out of jams over the years. It's always good to see what others are packing in their bags, because you can learn from or take away stuff that can save your butt down the road. I like when you do videos on this type of stuff. Because it helps me up my game. One food that if I could find it, I would buy to keep on hand and maybe just to have for a fast meal. Years ago nutrisystem had grilled hamburgers that came in a pouch and there was a small try in the pouch. You said the tray with the burger on it out of the pouch and just added hot water and it swelled it up into what looked like a grilled quarter pounder. I think it was freeze dried but I am not 100% sure. I do know that they tasted very good, it was one of my favorites. They no longer offer them and on a few occasions I have searched trying to find them for long term storage or for when I want a quick flame broiled burger, and I can't seem to find any mention of them ever existing.

[@FarpointFarms]

Those are some great suggestions, having your experience from search and rescue gave you a different perspective than most.

[@barneymm2204]

Dang. You're gonna need a bigger car, but amazing list! I think he did a vid on the lifeboat food.

[@johnkelley6278]

I have some Ready Wise food on hand .Like the 25 year lifespan of the product. Being in my 60's I hope the product expires before I do !! Thanks for your videos!

[@FarpointFarms]

That is kinda of morbid, I hope you out last it as well

[@fredcolon2341]

Nice backpack 🎒, good for urban city used, and a get home 🏠 or weekend bag, good to keep in your vehicle for emergencies, you can change off for what you need day to day...

[@FarpointFarms]

People tend to forget that things happen and they really need to have a plan. Better to have and not need

[@shelley131]

Always prepped for wife and I. In the winter we always travel with 2 jackeries 500's and 2 12V electric blankets and wool blankets and food and water as well. Never know when you can be stranded here in Texas along isolated roads.

[@2148aa]

Wheel chains will be next on your list.

[@FarpointFarms]

You are a smart man to be prepared, I will have to look into the 12v electric blankets.

[@FarpointFarms]

@2148aa-- we usually have studded tires on our winter cars so we don't need chains for the tires.

[@howtodave1725]

my suggestion list for car/bag in winter 1. good hiking boots 2. 3 pair wool socks 2a wool socks can be use as mits in cold weather 3. 2 wool blankets 3a one to place under you bum while sitting the other to wear as a shaw 4. 2 collapsable umbralles they are under 10 bucks at Walmart 4a use as wind break while staring a fire 4b catch rain water4c use as rain shelter 5. bbq bic lighter and regular bic lighters 6. tea candels 6a use to start fire 7. old DVD make great siganel mirrors 8. wool cap 9. glow sticks 10. crayons 10a if traveling leave messages on stop sing, guard rail, mail box etc.... food/water suggestion food jelly beans pop tarts peanut butter crakers 6 in each package trail mix cup of soup dry mix pk water Swayer mini water filter 20 buck Walmart 2 half gallon bottles with the 3-4 inches of water removed from the bottle to prevent bursting if it freezes while in the car I hope this list helps. I have a wife and 2 adult kids who work or go to school over 20 miles away regularly. Each vehicle has a 2 person tent so they can put their gear in the tent with them. Each vehicle has a folding ( skateboard with handle bars) I think they are called kick scooters? Using the scooters they can travel a lot faster than just walking.

[@FarpointFarms]

Those were some great suggestions, I like the crayon idea.

[@howtodave1725]

@@FarpointFarms I live in Baytown, Texas. Having a CB in the vehicles would be too tempting for someone to smash a window and steal it. So I got Cobra HH 50 WXST and pre-tuned each with a little will. This is all kept in the trunk out of sight of would-be thieves. If something happens and they need to use the CB all they have to do is put the little will on the car attach the cable to the CB and you are good to go. If you have to abandon the vehicle just attach the field antenna so you keep the CB with you while getting home/ higher ground...I did have to get a connector to go from little will to the HH CB. This is what I came up with for me and my family, I hope this helps.

[@FarpointFarms]

That is a smart idea, I hate thieves. They need to get a real job like the rest of us.

[@earnestmatlock9694]

Thanks Erik, good video. Its definitely better than nothing, but plenty of room for needed additions. The first aid kit portion, I thought was pretty light and needed user reinforcement. A small container of alcohol and also hydrogen peroxide would be good. Xtra bottled water, maybe a couple of ace bandages for sprains. Paracord, as one never knows what will be needed. A couple small plastic tarps for make shift shelter from the elements. Hatchet 🪓 and a good knife 🔪 and a good quality compass, and a lighter. I'll stop there before it gets too heavy. Lol. 73 GOD bless Earnest K5EWM.

[@FarpointFarms]

You have some great ideas, this bag is a good start, but there are a lot of customizations that can be done to make it better

[@dannywilliams3516]

Good of you to address something like this eric. Everyone needs to be prepared living in this world today. It's becoming almost impossible to predict what's going to happen from moment to moment. Whether it be a natural disaster or man-made. I've had one of these prepared for a few years now. I believe everyone should be so sorry to hear about your States problems. I hope things will get back to normal for y'all real soon. Take care and be safe.

[@FarpointFarms]

Thank you- You are so right on not being able to expect what will happen next. It is kinda scary not knowing what might happen next.

[@dannywilliams3516]

@@FarpointFarms yes sir it is. That's why we all need to be prepared for the unexpected.

[@KiwiCatherineJemma]

Just a point about those dynamo flashlights. Many of them, the internal batteries are NOT rechargeable. They're just tiny little "button" cells (CR2025 or smaller) . Not really intended to be replaced when flat, but a person with a screwdriver and determination could probably replace the batteries. But yes the dynamo will still give you a, somewhat dimmer light, for as long as your hand muscles work. Didn't hear the price of the backpack but sounds like a reasonable grab-and-go, especially for mundanes that don't normally have a bunch of stuff already. Did I miss it, does it contain at least a pocketknife or a larger type boxcutter ? Adding a couple of decent size water bottles to those mesh side pockets. would be wise. cheers

[@barneymm2204]

There's a link in the video description that takes you to their page. type Readywise in the search box there and it should be the only hit.

[@FarpointFarms]

The bag is a good start- Like your idea of adding more water and some other things to make it better

[@jonathanfauver7395]

Weve been needing to shop for go bags. This video wkick that shopping spree off well

[@FarpointFarms]

Just customize to your location and needs. We add winter stuff to ours, if we have to walk due to deep snow, I want to make sure I am ready

[@jonathanfauver7395]

@FarpointFarms I've used grocery bags between my socks and shoes before to keep my feet from getting wet. Learned that from my Dad

[@greasemonkeystrikesback8808]

More videos like this Love it

[@FarpointFarms]

I appreciate you, I'm glad you like them.

[@greasemonkeystrikesback8808]

@@FarpointFarms one of the best channels on KZbin You taught me so much about CB radio it's unreal I still can't build the right home base antenna yet but I'm still trying

[@micwell2247]

bring back the old song

[@FarpointFarms]

I still have that song as a stand alone video.

[@canberrachilled6984]

The song is very good.

[@MegaJunebug3]

You keep that blanket and use it for other purposes too

[@FarpointFarms]

Very true

[@thistlemoon1]

Unfortunately most ReadyWise is very carb heavy. Fine if you’re doing a lot of working but not so fine if you’re doing a lot of sitting.

[@FarpointFarms]

I think it is better than having nothing. I would add more nutrient dense items to balance it out

[@woodsghost9088]

For 3 or 30 days people can run a carb heavy diet. If the alternative is "starve" I'll set aside my special diet and down some sub-optimal food.

[@FarpointFarms]

I am not sure about you, if I eat carb heavy for a few days, I feel terrible.

[@century2298]

I have tried Ready Wise . Yuck ! there are better tasting options. ( at or below their price ) I have water pouches. Handy, but they ( like most things ) should be rotated.

[@FarpointFarms]

I like Mountain House (except for the scrambled eggs), I agree with rotating the items to keep them fresh