Urban Survival Tools : What you Need

[@johnny56g]

In a shtf situation there is no such thing as gray man, if you’re visible you can be a target. Even homeless people get mugged on a daily basis.

[@weaverone6]

Exactly That gray man whatever during SHTF looks good on paper

[@bobbybacon3478]

Prolly need to blend in playing the Gey Man these days, if you know what I’m sayin 😂

[@webfreezy]

Quick tip for backpacks and visibility: if your backpack is too visible you can also - in an SHTF situation - cover it using a raincover in a more dark color - or even a camo raincover. The same is true of course if you have a black backpack and you want to be visible while hiking in the woods just put an orange, yellow etc. raincover over it. They're quite cheap from CN also :)

[@GooberMcSnuffles]

For field work, a light with an ultra-low setting like 5 lumens is very helpful. 5 lumens is plenty of light, after your eyes have adjusted to the dark. If you turn on a really bright light, it will take your eyes about thirty minutes to re-adjust to the dark. It is also helpful if the light starts at the low setting and then increases. Conversely, tactical flashlights, like those geared to CQB, then you want a bright light with momentary on-off, using the brightest setting.

[@hanskloss1331]

get a headlight with a red light

[@FLsheepdog1]

The Sootch light is a head lamp if you clip it on your hat. Must: largest water resistant light tarp you can carry. I use 10 x 12. Skimping on tarp size may mean a wet night and/or wet gear. You can also use it to hide gear, or as a liter.

[@hanskloss1331]

try a 5 × 8 Etowah brand tarp and a bivee bag both fold up smaller than a paper back book and weigh nothing a hammock is also nice and gets you up off the ground Kammock from Austin Tx. are super durable and light af

[@FLsheepdog1]

Silver, Cigarettes, instant coffee packets, and booze in airline bottles for trade. In the beginning vice's will be strong motivators for some. If possible barter first, force second.

[@hanskloss1331]

even loose tobacco

[@theshieldwallnation]

Don’t forget sugar. That can be honey, sugar, and candy. Sugar can bring up a person’s morale and kid’s especially.

[@lewis9888]

Airline Booze Bottles are plastic containers now. Not Good.

[@shawnrobbins7615]

Just watched this episode after dinner here in Australia 😀 The question about passports seemed to take you guys by surprise?? I am a citizen of Australia and also New Zealand and have two passport’s. You never know when travelling abroad if one could become compromised but I do know of others with even more nationality’s. A friend has Au, NZ and also Swiss citizenship. It’s a subject I have not seen you discuss on the show! Great work guys😀 Shawn

[@chrissewell1608]

Well, as Sootch said. We only have two choices for crossing boarders, here in the USA. Canada or Mexico. And where we live in the S.E. USA, we could possibly escape to the Bahamas or Caribbean islands. While traveling abroad, people can't normally carry all EDC essentials they discuss. Especially guns, ammo or knives! Most EU countries & Canada frown on their own citizens carrying such items, not to mention a visiting traveler.

[@zieglla]

Don't forget about our 4 legged friends, they need a bug-out bag too

[@nmr3352]

Five thousand likes 👍🏼

[@timm1139]

Pup needs recommendations on what to bring. She’s willing to carry her own small pack, but her human will have to help.

[@nevisstkitts8264]

11:13 most urban areas and some states have arms prohibitions: it's not just firearms. Knives, dusters, saps, batons, etc.

[@Shin0bi272]

the 2024 F150 hybrid gets 25mpg city and highway and if you can stand to be seen driving one the ford maverick hybrid gets 42 city and 33 highway according to Kelly blue book. So you can have a larger trunk (cause lets be honest these arent trucks they are 4 door cars with an open 5ft trunk) and still get decent gas mileage.

[@RoadKing-ky2bs]

Crap, missed it. Hey Don, I just received the Sootch edition Fortitude 2 knife and I have the Sootch edition Arkfeld on order. The knife is REALLY NICE! I am enjoying it and glad Olight teamed up with you. Thanks. Patrick

[@SensiblePrepper]

Thanks Patrick! I really appreciate it Brother!

[@fiathedge1795]

I was at the blade show and the gun show this weekend in Atlanta

[@WalterDavis-y1t]

I enjoy watching these preparedness videos. Whenever they talk about having plans to flee the cities in a TEOTWAWKI situation, it reminds me that I may want to get some more ammo...

[@lewis9888]

Almost 70, TEOTWAWKI, has already happened to me.

[@Shin0bi272]

I was looking at HAM but after talking with a guy I work with who's got his General license (the second of 3 levels) I really dont need all of that (he says right before he finds out he needed all of that and more....). So I decided to stick with GMRS radios. They require a license but there is no test. You just pay uncle sam $35 and you are good for 10 years. Plus they can use repeaters as well just like HAM so you can get comms back to your base station. And short of finding out what happened on a global scale I really dont need to communicate more than that.

[@nmr3352]

After studying the HAM course twice and giving up twice, I finally realized that all I want to do is listen. But GMRS sounds so much better, and I thank you for your recommendation. I know now that's what I want to do.

[@lewis9888]

My SHTF vehicle is a Trailblazer with AWD, 2WD, 4WDlow and 4WDhigh. Also I have a trailer hitch on it and I have a utility trailer, plus a luggage rack on top of the Trailblazer. Although I plan to bug in with my Team that will be here when SHTF and neighbors.

[@danncann4889]

Heavy hickory walking cane is legal everywhere and makes a devastating weapon

[@Dreoilin]

Drill it out a little and add some lead.

[@LarryeWhite61]

Cane Masters. That's were I bought mine.

[@greyscout01]

I bought a simple, solid Brazos Walking Stick... running about $30. Wrapped the top foot in multi use Survival Paracord. For me it's been a great purchase.

[@crossfox1991]

Unless the wall is vary thin and your leaning on it no one with any thermal is going to see you. Maybe they'll see the doors or windows are warmer if the room is a lot warmer then outside but other then that your safe

[@MrWake1084]

This is what can be frustrating with the prepared community on KZbin. I get it ideally. You want to live out in the country and have like-minded neighbors but realistically, most of us live in suburban neighborhoods. Chris dwhlet when he would be on survival dispatch and podcasts talked about this often. A bigger discussion needs to be had with Neighborhood/community Preparedness. If s h t f ever does happen majority of people in neighborhoods and small towns in the Cities would not have any bug out location.

[@nmr3352]

And people who think they're gonna head out into the country and live off the land are going to be very surprised when they find out that other people own that land and they don't want YOU there!

[@lyfandeth]

Pepper GEL will not be carried back into your face if the wind shifts. No, it doesn't make a cloud, but indoors? That's also a good thing. Remember, either one only has a two year shelf life.

[@moshebenamram6020]

Sabre mk.3 mk4 are terrible

[@nmr3352]

Pepper gel is slower to act on the recipient. I use the Sabre spray that's a stream, and not an actual spray. they still call it a spray though. You have to know what you're getting.

[@MrFilipeMesquita]

In my country everything is forbidden! Pepper spray:not allowed Stunt guns:not allowed Knifes:completely forbidden Fire guns:it's not good even to think about. Flashlights 🔦:maybe,depending on the situation There are places where only very few things are allowed

[@moshebenamram6020]

A sharpie will help you. A thick one. A lighter A whistle A flashlight wherever you can

[@unfi6798]

Great updates. Cheers from Australia.

[@Bob-bb3ur]

I told my wife I was Gray Man, she said no you are bald man.

[@moshebenamram6020]

😊😊😊

[@unfi6798]

@@Bob-bb3ur love it.!

[@theshieldwallnation]

Grey Man to bald man to Grey Bald Man

[@hk45c62]

Two tools to consider are a fence pliers and a Stanley FUBAR.

[@MaveRick-prepper]

My basic GHB is a butt pack. This makes it easier to add a backpack for a longer trip home.

[@betsysingh-anand3228]

I finally got my husband on board with getting his amateur radio license. He tests next month.

[@nmr3352]

I started and gave up, started again and gave up again. Finally realized that all I really want to do is listen.

[@susiestaton5544]

Do you have yours?

[@betsysingh-anand3228]

@@susiestaton5544 Yep! AD8MV

[@slawlor100]

Great show guys!

[@damiensanguinaire]

In Michigan traders require a CPL due to projectiles. Stunguns require a background check and are illegal for felons and those adjudicated Incompetent or IST or who took an Insanity or NGRI plea. Knives must not be longer than 3 1/2 (for pocket or folder knives) inches, not be Intended to commit a crime, may (for fixed bladed knives) only be intended hunting, not double edged, etc. Batons, trench spikes/knives, machetes, etc are either generally illegal or illegal in public unless in the process of working on a jobsite.

[@damiensanguinaire]

*tazers not *traders

[@aimarketingguy]

“Don’t look tactical, like this.” **holds up molle backpack** “Get you something traditional like this.” **holds up different molle backpack**

[@Makooz31]

😂😂😂

[@joebachmeier6747]

Just add a Disney or Minecraft patch.... Boo... instant public distnterest. Lol.

[@ApocGuy]

Molle packs are so usual that sporting anything else makes you stand out like a lighthouse in the dark... 😛

[@aimarketingguy]

@@ApocGuy maybe in the country but not in the cities, and 80% of people in the US live in cities.

[@lindaaaron9653]

Thank you. I definitely got some useful information.

[@MariaN-wf1jh]

HELLO GTSY WHERE CAN I GET THE PEPPER SPRAY GUN FROM

[@moshebenamram6020]

SABRE PEPPER SPRAY SITE

[@BarryBurtenshaw]

Regarding multi tools, Harbor Freight sells a Leatherman Wave clone for $40

[@nmr3352]

Cool, thanks!

[@andrewmick7191]

Robbie, why are the Gerbers harder to sharpen? I thought it was me

[@GypsyBrokenwings]

Don't get a rechargeable head lamp! More than once, I've be stuck on a dark trail without light. They don't dim before going dead, so there's no warning.

[@ApocGuy]

It ain't that hard to Jerry rig the small power bank to headlamp in a pinch (been there, done that). That said, many well established brands offer triple A/LI ion batt option and has some kind of indicator of batt level . Me personally, I love petzl and Fenix lights

[@stephensvoboda7412]

A powerful small flash like is good for self defense because you can use it to temporarily blind an attacker.

[@AndysTechGarage]

You didn't really tackle the Meshtastic question. Worth exploring. Hopefully you can give it some time and attention and share... Thanks

[@WheelchairUser13]

Hi Please May We Have a Podcast For Those Of Us Prepper’s In Wheelchairs? MANY Thanks

[@nmr3352]

This is an excellent suggestion. I broke my ankle and leg so badly in 2005 that I was in a wheelchair with my leg suspended in the air for four months. I have never felt more vulnerable.

[@nmr3352]

I do my best not to be noticed but my little dog Biscuit draws a crowd wherever we go.

[@catacombcatholic5571]

Schools are not teaching map reading skills. Teach and practice map navigation with your teens and kids!

[@rockvalleyready2525]

Haven't heard many people talk about clear safety glasses...

[@nmr3352]

I have some in every single pack, but my glasses and sunglasses are also somewhat wrap around and they are impact resistant.

[@daneengibson7336]

If hamm is repeaters ? Dont you lose that with emp

[@open_minded_1]

What about an ifak?

[@johndecker9983]

I gotta get a new TR t-shirt. Mine is faded purple it's so old 😂

[@warlantactical]

So the seal cox he is holding up the black color is actually used to unlock electrical meter lock rings And that knife glass breaker is a joke . Resque me is the best

[@jenniferheadrick8018]

Very imformative video

[@kevinbrown9831]

I live in a big city, there is diversity, adversity and reversity.

[@lewis9888]

I would add a Fishing Kit.

[@kidavindstorm]

would government medieval weapons?

[@thadgomez8904]

Seriously a fanny pack? U would definitely fit in in San Francisco or Boston.

[@travisweldmaster7815]

Its like a window into hobby lobby

[@minutebooks3245]

Hold hands in SF. You'll blend in.

[@austinbratton9973]

I dont know buddy in Phoenix we can carry guns open or concealed and can carry swords if we want too 😂😂😂😂

[@cleophusA]

"Diversity" breeds adversity!

[@investorsrealestate3824]

grid down,, the enemies wont matter ,,

[@johnhegnerpresentsthefreee6621]

I'd rather the Dodge 1500bwith the Cummins diesle with saddle tanks.

[@warlantactical]

In a survival situation they speaking about lol i am not going to use a flashlight to defend myself lol going full circle and letting that savage warrior come out and play .

[@whodatdad9]

Robbie: Ummm Hummm

[@chrissewell1608]

I am with Robby. I have like fanny packs & belt packs, even when they weren't stylish! My wife hates it! Ha ha. Even though its okay for women to wear a fanny pack!? Why is EDC style not equal?

[@veeshoo9441]

Bud Light?! You almost lost man-points. 😅😂

[@kathleentressler9225]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Bob-bb3ur]

Pantyhose works great for a face mask confuses the hell out of people

[@George.W]

Disagree…cloth face mask does very little to filter the air you breathe in.

[@trentonfiffia8063]

Oh my god yes. My wife is legally medicated and I can buy a 6 pack of lighters every other month and still never have a lighter

[@chrissewell1608]

"1K" 😅

[@Dan-bj1cz]

Put your wallet in your front pocket SF will love you guys.

[@RobertHarrison-b9r]

You don't want to take a life if you don't have to

[@Mike-ql4sz]

too much talking... not much gear show

[@warlantactical]

In a survival situation they speaking about lol i am not going to use a flashlight to defend myself lol going full circle and letting that savage warrior come out and play .