What Infantryman Gear should Civilians Own?

We brought in the guys from Redbeard Tactical to discuss chest rigs, clothing, camo, backpacks, and all the gear prepared citizens should own to be as equipped as a modern-day infantryman.
00:00:00 Intro
00:03:55 Chest Rigs / Fighting Load
00:18:51 Clothing / Camo
00:36:00 Backpacks
00:57:18 Final Considerations
01:05:46 More Redbeard Content
Redbeard Tactical links:
Website: redbeardtactical.com/
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Patreon: / redbeardtactical

[@groundpounder0541]

As an infantryman in the army I can tell you this...you can own all of the gear on the planet and it will mean nothing without two things you must earn: mental fortitude and physical fitness. Without those you're basically a turret or dead weight. Get your gear, train with it, and push yourself to levels you didn't think possible, and then push yourself further.

[@hateferlife]

During GWOT the force got lazy and forgot this. It appears this is changing and I’m grateful.

[@realghostactual]

You’re one of those guys who think if it can’t run a 5 mile in ranger time thay you shouldn’t be in the infantry, huh? Lol not trying to start shit hahaha but I wasn’t the best at PT and barely made my run times. But when bullets fly? I didn’t know I can run that fast and not even notice it.

[@Andrei5191]

@uplift you're literally a loot drop with that attitude

[@SuicidalChocolateSK]

@@realghostactual i mean i agree cus I'm also like you but he's still right haha

[@adamgriffin]

@@realghostactual The standard APFT run times are bare minimum. Don't excuse being a fat/lazy piece of shit for your personal lack of standards. Guys that make excuses like you stay back in the FOB, or stay on rear-D doing staff duty every night while we fight on the other side of the world. Your attitude is a liability, and it was my duty to make sure individuals like you that don't meet the standard, won't get my guys killed on an operation. Edit: Also 5 mile Ranger run times, doable? I had Asthma and made the standard in a basic bitch Infantry battalion in a Recon platoon because I pushed myself. There is no excuse in life to hold yourself to a lower standard ever!

[@titan_o7]

As a great larper once said: “If you’re not fit, you’re gonna die.” - Flannel Daddy

[@thewarriorpig3151]

But even an old man in a wheelchair can pull a trigger. One for one, I like those kind of numbers!

[@joedirt6073]

As a homeowner says to a military mkultra'd slave , you show up to cause trouble, you cause you're end of days...don't be the first one in

[@lucasromero9377]

Also "you will die to those with night capabilities"

[@Holret]

he doesnt LArp though...

[@tedb.5707]

Flannel Daddy as walked the walk.

[@raptorcaliber5165]

I like how detailed and realistic this is. It's down to earth and not just kitting out with random stuff.

[@j.r.6271]

In a SHTF scenario, the advantage of accessible, defensible shelter cannot be overstated.

[@ViquelOoste]

No defensible shelter last if you cant fight for it

[@j.r.6271]

@@ViquelOoste That's what guns are for.

[@luislongoria6621]

Not every building has a basement. Buildings tend to get shelled a lot

[@MillionAirMindSet32]

@@j.r.6271Every Canadian looking at us like 👁️👄👁️

[@zacharydurocher4085]

@@MillionAirMindSet32On a des SKS et des WK810 au moins

[@seano4822]

Finally someone who doesn’t just say “it depends” and never answer anything. When people look for this stuff we want actual answers for all the reasons you said. Budgeting, setting time aside to train, etc

[@richiemercado4027]

I generally love T. rex videos but Im absolutely irked at the fact there wasn’t a single mention of medical supplies and being able to access them quickly. The best they got was bandaids…..it is a death sentence if you are infantry and fighting without medical gear.

[@derkiwi4245]

@@richiemercado4027 9:15 ... If your attention span doesn't last 10 minutes, it's not the fault of either trex arms or redbeard tactical 😉

[@pugheadxsi]

@@richiemercado4027 tell you didn’t pay attention without telling me you didn’t pay attention

[@richiemercado4027]

@@derkiwi4245 yes, but he completely glossed over it and understated it’s importantance. He went more in depth with his bandaids. Didn’t explain a single thing in his bag.

[@richiemercado4027]

@@pugheadxsi yes, he brought up the IFAK but he completely glossed over it and understated it’s importantance. He went more in depth with his bandaids and why he carries it. Most people who don’t typically do this stuff probably don’t know what goes into them or why and how to use the contents. But maybe that’s for a separate video.

[@Arizona.Ranger]

Not a fan of going smaller on boots. As someone that hikes quite a bit you should definitely go up a half to a full size on your boots. Your feet swell when you walk x number of miles per day and going smaller will eventually plague you with foot problems, especially with a heavy pack. There is a reason that most through hikers on the Appalachian Trail go up a size on their footwear.

[@gavinm1347]

Not to mention extra room for wool socks when it’s -40 below at night.

[@Arizona.Ranger]

@@gavinm1347 yes indeed, I have heavy weight Darn Tough's that are thick as hell.

[@revolutionanarchy713]

@@Arizona.Ranger do you know what brand those boots were?

[@mikeanshit158]

No wool socks will be warm enough if its 40 below.

[@echocharlie1398]

More important to go minimal with boots. You don't 25 lbs of foot covering.

[@joeottsoulbikes415]

I have my gear built out like what I had in the Marine Corp. My gear was set up as my 2nd Drill Instructor from boot camp, SSgt Melinic instructed us. He was from 2nd Force Recon before he went drill. He was all about light weight and fast access. I learned more and tweeked it in Marine Combat Training School. The final lessons and ultimate reformat happened after some time operating with my unit, 2nd Light Armored Recon. I learned quite a few things from you here and will be making changes again. Thank you. We are always learning. Things are always changing. If we get stuck in our ways and think we known it all we could lose.

[@AP-pj4in]

I have that crossfire pack. It's a really well built, well thought out and comfortable pack. Like any pack, it needs to be packed correctly. Happy learning and thank you Trex for having on Redbeard

[@arash1934]

If only people realized how lucky we are to have trex arms doing all these educational videos at substantial cost…

[@sieve5]

I'm watching this for free I don't know what you're talking about. /S

[@ajjdgduehdkdyud]

@@sieve5 he’s saying that TRex is eating the cost so you can watch this for free

[@workshop1668]

@@ajjdgduehdkdyud woosh

[@sieve5]

@@ajjdgduehdkdyud idk if you use reddit or not but on there when someone puts /s at the end of a sarcastic comment it's to show that they're being sarcastic

[@ajjdgduehdkdyud]

@@sieve5 straight up missed it! lol thanks

[@TheBeardedWretch]

It’s nice to have a company that puts the spotlight on the civilian minuteman. We as US citizens are the militia. Keep up the good work.

[@James_Bee]

Well, we are supposed to be. I think our society has become lazy and complacent.

[@TheBeardedWretch]

@@James_Bee I 100% agree. Men have stopped being men. Father’s have stopped raising there sons and have stopped teaching them what is means to be an American. We rely on the government to raise our kids and to take care of us. That needs to stop if we want to rebuild this country back to it’s former glory.

[@TheBeardedWretch]

@@haveaday1812Well that escalated quickly. Hahaha. Says the keyboard warrior who got triggered by someone saying that the people are the militia and that we need to stop relying on the government. This country was built by men who weren’t in the military and who weren’t “battle hardened grunts”. If picking fights with people in the comment section of KZbin videos is how you validate your existence then go for it buddy. Hahahahaha.

[@boyifyoudont1836]

@@TheBeardedWretch I wouldn’t of escalated it further like him lol but I do kinda see his point. If civilians want the best training and exposed to the gear why not enlist? All your classes and training is basically paid for. Sure you could find some programs but the key thing civilians are missing is actual combat. I’ve never served so this is just my opinion but it’d be like me training to play baseball, doing all the drills but never actually going to play a game. Wouldn’t really be the same.

[@TheBeardedWretch]

@@boyifyoudont1836 See you approach it like a reasonable person. Lol. A lot of active duty military serve their entire career and never see combat. So are they just playing soldier? I don’t think so. They chose a career just like everyone else. The military is a career choice that a lot of people don’t want to do. Not because they are scared or don’t love their country its simply because it’s not a career field they want to peruse. I choose to own guns and gear and pay for training because it’s my responsibility to protect my family and my community. And if need be my country. So because of that I want the best gear, guns, and training so I can do that. Like Iv said before it is our responsibility as US citizens to be armed and trained to protect our families, communities, and country. We have lost that sense of pride and responsibility and have pawned it off to the federal government to do and honestly they are doing a terrible job at it. You can call it larping or playing soldier but at the end of the day I want the best training and best gear to protect my family and community.

[@whomagoose6897]

FYI everyone: Those US Military style compasses are made by the Cammenga Company. Multiple resources to purchase a Cammenga compass. I know these were used extensively during the Vietnam War. Tough and durable to last a life time. Available online, Cabela's, Bas Pro Shops, Midway USA and others.

[@robertbright3606]

Excellent presentation, thank you very much for having these guys on. I learned a lot.

[@34TCO]

Too many men overlook/underestimate heavy rucking. You can build the coolest rifle in the world, but if you can't throw on 70+ lbs of gear/supplies and hump 30+ miles, you're already dead. Excellent video. Thanks Lucas.

[@Valorius]

If you cannot formulate a useful Loadout that doesn't weigh 70 lb you are just as dead. 15% and no more than 20% of total body mass is what you should be aiming for. Don't think infantry, think extreme lightweight Appalachian Trail hiker. The overwhelming majority of people are so overweight that if they try and load that kind of weight on their back they're going to blow out their knees become heat casualties or suffer rsi's almost immediately.

[@Followme556]

@@Valorius Please listen to the advice in the above post, it will save your life.

[@ZePizzaKnight]

I will gladly die rather than do that again 🤣

[@Followme556]

@@ZePizzaKnight I can relate to that sentiment. And so can my knees.

[@ZePizzaKnight]

@@Followme556 and my spine

[@chap23305]

Everyone wants the gun and the plate carrier, but when it comes down to it, water purification, food, shelter, comms, and the ability to move go hand in hand with survival. Even the ability to not look like someone who has what everyone else wants is a skill in itself.

[@Wardog-rf1tx]

@@ico7909 a generator is always a big giveaway that you have STUFF 😂

[@StCP42]

​@@Wardog-rf1tx That's why we pack the hamster wheel!

[@hp_97]

Thank you for your exceptional and numerous years of infantryman experience Lucas. Your knowledge will equip tens of thousands of American patriots to be prepared against tyranny.

[@benholt4761]

Training, fielding (not in your back yard), fitness, mental fortitude, and mindset. Without these you're just a loot drop.

[@bengarvey6881]

Where would you recommend fielding/training with your equipment?

[@wilsonjay2010]

@@bengarvey6881 If you live near farmland or a remote are, pick a national/state park/wilderness area, if you're a city dweller, sneaky homeless person getup or hike with friends and a "weighted" pack/

[@jeffpraterJSF]

My backyard is bigger than you think bro

[@GodisBlackx]

@@jeffpraterJSF I was going to say the same thing, but most will take it as bragging.

[@brettblack7049]

@@GodisBlackx not me friend, when can I stop by 😃

[@stgirat]

Most important concerning clothes: MERINO WOOL!!! I switched from synthetics to wool around 15 years ago for hunting, fishing, mountaineering/skiing, sports and have never looked back. Even when soaked you're still warm. The garments cost a bit more, but it's well worth it. Further advantages: absolutely silent and don't stink after sitting at the campfire and in general when sweating profusely.

[@blairrad1785]

Obviously socks, but what else? Any recommendations for brands?

[@ginraw]

I've been hearing this more and more the past few years. I'd love to try it, I don't typically wear wool, and I'm guilty of wearing under armour gear myself lol. I will be getting outdoors more in the future so thanks for your words!

[@FerventReminder]

@@ginraw I'm satisfied with merino wool so far, probably have 12 or more different items and will be buying more.

[@FerventReminder]

@@blairrad1785 Well you can use it for pretty much everything, I have used merino wool gloves, socks, underwear, base layers, t-shirts and a sweater. I have personally (basically) only used Icebreaker and I have had good experiences with them.

[@leonrobinson2053]

underated

[@mh3225]

Havent finished the video yet, but I am extremely happy trex is exploring the "infantryman" concept. Everyone wants to be kitted out like a navy seal who was doing 2 hour helo raids in the 201x's. Although you look EXTREMELY cool, In reality the armed citizen during a SHTF scenario should be more like an infantryman, able to sustain themselves for prolonged multi day or even 2-3 week operations.

[@nathanpettigrew6420]

Curious as to why you think this is the case. In urban or suburban ops, I can't imagine not being inserted at least part of the way to the objective, and then extracted via vehicle. And sure, the op and its fallout may keep you busy, say, all night - so pack for 24/36 hours - but only in sparsely populated, rural environments can I imagine having to hike 50+ miles to the objective and another 50+ out. What am I missing in my thinking? Thanks.

[@orion8981]

@@nathanpettigrew6420 It's better to have it and not need it than the reverse. If I have a base of operations, it's very easy to downgrade to a 12 hour shoot and scoot than it is to panic find all the shit I need for a 30 day surveillance op.

[@joeytomato]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@BELL_HELL41]

Back when I was enlisted, we would always get partially inserted and then we’d have 1-2 days to get to the obj. You’d get your full load out and maybe sit at the obj in a defensive position for a day or two. The reason why is that the Seals are kitted out for mission specific. More times than not, they are in and out of their objectives. The scenario they are speaking of is a general topic. You don’t know what you’ll need, so here is the minimum that you should have so you’ll be generally prepared. If you train or plan for what you’ll specifically be doing and have a group, you can carry less and split it amongst yourselves. Marine infantry would have to ways they’d enter their objective, hard hit, or a soft hit. Hard hit is getting dropped off stupid close to the obj with little to no element of surprise. Soft hit, is being dropped off klicks away and sneaking to the obj. This is obviously for the element of surprise and to use last minute recon of obj. But again. Mission specific. In a civilian perspective, I would personally carry an assault load minimum, and have the rest easily accessible.

[@mh3225]

@@nathanpettigrew6420 If we are kitting ourselves out like this we must assume this is the worst case scenario. I think a "concerned citizen" loadout would be different. You will most likely be in the woods. Hopefully you arent trying to hunker down in cities where its easier to find people and where the "powers that be" / oppositional groups will have the most ass. You and your merry group of men should be able to transport the most of what you need on foot and what needs to be in vehicles should be limited as much as possibe due to checkpoints and the obvious profile of vehicles being on roads easily spotted and followed. You need to pick up your bivoauc and move as often as possible. Because of this, each man must be as self sustaining as possible.

[@mainmanmooky8820]

The way you explain things just clicks perfectly with me. You explain every step, and every connection between each step, and I could go on, but what I'm trying to say is, I hope you go on

[@LSwick-ss6nm]

I have recently upgraded my gear and in the process was able to greatly streamline my load out by being very critical of the scenarios I am most likely to encounter. As an example- I don't live in the north so having a super heavy sleeping bag is pointless. I can carry a lighter one and then use a cover to boost the efficiency should I find myself in colder than average temperatures. All of my major components are in their own cinched up bags so that nothing is loose in the main compartment and everything in that compartment is related to shelter or dry clothes. That makes loading and unloading fast and easy and it remains organized. The outside pouches are for food, fire, first aid and other misc. gear. I'm not trying to be an expert here but hopefully some of my insights will cause others to challenge what and how they gear up.

[@ChatGPT1111]

So I don't need my winter jacket in the Everglades? Get outta town!

[@mantis_toboggan_md]

The modular sleep system that the military uses is pretty great. The goretex bivvy plus the summer bag will be good enough for you, I reckon.

[@LSwick-ss6nm]

@@mantis_toboggan_md I agree. I have used nine often

[@TMxxx69]

Even more important than gear is your physical conditioning. You can have all finest gear in the world, but if you’re getting smoked climbing a flight of stairs in shorts and sneakers while carrying your iPhone, imagine how bad it’s going to be for you carrying an infantry load-out.

[@m783w]

150 floors in under 40min with 50lb ruck. That’s your goal, work at it.

[@AbnormallyDisfigured]

@@applepie1911e who the fuck cares who said it? I doubt anyone who thinks they're in shape can actually do this. 30-45 degree slope variables, 450-500 feet, in 40 minutes, with 50 pounds of gear. doesn't sound too easy...

[@m783w]

@@applepie1911e try it and you’ll understand.

[@cm2973]

Most of the soldiers in now can BARELY pass a PT test dude... it's not just the civis that need to get on their pt

[@deebo3483]

This is exactly it. Doesn’t matter if you have Crye everything when your belly is hanging out of your pants.

[@gwman90]

It’s super awesome that German military guys aren’t too cool to share some useful knowledge with lowly civilians.

[@huwhitecavebeast1972]

There are vet bros, and then there are guys like Garand Thumb. Garand Thumb is a good shit and real American.

[@Osprey1994]

You do know that there are literally countless military members who share information with us? Those who think they are better than civilians are the minority from what I have seen.

[@Unam469]

Except for almost all ex Navy SEALS in the US.

[@drno4837]

@bLackstar what the feck is cool about being German Military, they are only good for losing wars.

[@p_serdiuk]

Ukraine shows a smug attitude towards civilians is a danger to national security. When SHTF it's those mobilized civvies you'll fight alongside.

[@knobbysidedown4258]

Great video with good guest speakers. It was really interesting. I keep most of that stuff in my bag. I also include 20-30 feet of fishing line wrapped around a medicine bottle with a couple lures, hooks, and sinkers in it. Also, Wranglers Riggs pants are a good "civilian" style attire like what was referenced in the video. They are the same rip-stop material as most uniforms, are inexpensive, and come in natural colors. Thanks for the great content.

[@matthewshannon6946]

The Riggs wear really well!!!

[@whitebone948]

This was very well done, thanks guys for your valuable info

[@slatevalleymountainman]

I feel like the Marine Corps taught me so much and yet here I am, always learning more from you and Garand Thumb. Thanks for everything. The free information, the time, the dedication, it will save lives and it will empower those who need it.

[@chanc9737]

The Marines turned you into a tool. You know kill kill kill ..

[@danielwright6475]

same dude, made me realize the small things i needed

[@djdrack4681]

The moment somebody 'gives up' on learning is IMO the day they die. One should always be looking to acquire more information, adapt, improvise, overcome, etc... There is no such thing as 'perfection' or 'the best'. Anybody who is a scientist understands this is among the very few absolute truths.

[@slatevalleymountainman]

@@djdrack4681 i couldn't agree more. I mean, you think you know fundamental uses but someone's always got their own way of using equipment and it just adds to my list of knowledge. Try and learn something new everyday.

[@Qunyc1985]

POG!!!!!!

[@TimberwolfCY]

The irony of a German saying "Jerry Can." Really good video. I love the very straight-forward no-frills presentation I find amongst various European (and some American) sources (this isn't just 2A stuff, I've found it to be true regardless of topic). No bones delivery without being smug or opinionated or constant 'story time' sorts of things; straight to the point. Reminds me of some good coaches I had in the past. Really good stuff here. Have these people on again if you can Lucas!

[@Pepe_theFurfagFrog]

He sounds Austrian, are you sure he's German?

[@azotimaix8175]

@@Pepe_theFurfagFrog Based on his vowel pronunciation he sounds german. also, they said he was german in the beginning of the video but they could just be protecting his identity.

[@Pepe_theFurfagFrog]

@@azotimaix8175 nah, you're wrong

[@Pepe_theFurfagFrog]

@@AaronRMG yes, and?

[@sonatine3266]

@@Pepe_theFurfagFrog He is German, but also works together with an Austrian company. And where does he sound Austrian? He has an extremely heavy German accent. An Austrian accent in English sounds totally different, tbh.

[@Jason-vb3kn]

Really good stuff! This is hands down the most useful information i've seen this invaluable sharing of knowledge.

[@evantemple4341]

Everybody always poked fun at me for making sure I had everything I needed in my pack to stay comfy. But if I remember correctly it directly related to my mindset the next day. I woke up ready to go. Dudes who skimped on gear and were miserable all night…not so much.

[@hateferlife]

All the gear you’ll ever need is an easy question to answer: a MRE spoon. If you know, *you know.*

[@sabre8862]

RAAAAAAANNGGGGEEEERRRRR

[@groundpounder0541]

Let us not forget the mighty woobie

[@Valorius]

:D

[@williebeeman8723]

I mean, a rock or something is always handy…

[@sigaso28]

@@williebeeman8723 Haha my man

[@davidbane8292]

I’ve noticed a trend to more mags than 3, and I’m glad for that, I’m a civilian now, but even when I was private in Africa, we literally couldn’t carry enough out with us, if I’m ever in a fighting situation again, I simply want to have enough ammo, I don’t care what statistics say, I’ve used more than 3 mags more than I’ve used less than 3 mags

[@taylorbennion3706]

I'm a civilian with no military background but I've always found the whole 3 mag loadout to be kinda like an Instagram thing I guess it would be fine as a police officer or something like that but personally for me I like to have at the least 6 mags preferably more

[@skullofserpent5727]

600 rounds at least

[@EquipaPatriot]

Agreed! Seven plus one magazines is a fighting load. I cannot wrap my head around why anyone would think they'll get out of a situation with 4+1 magazines. Additionally, four spare magazines, like Garand Thumb suggested in his Urban Survival video, stored in the top of your pack is a smart idea.

[@mediaistheenemy]

No one who has ever been in a firefight has ever wished for less ammo.

[@fishrrelaxing9361]

If the time comes you need any of this as a civ.. then you need every round you can possibly carry at that point cause everything has broken

[@KYLEOME]

Great information. I hope the confidence on what you say is heard more now than ever.

[@jeffreyfarrington4299]

thorough , a-z and excellently explained Thank you t-rex This will be my go to for sharing to people who want to know the necessary sustainable items and how best to pack them for maximum usability. I will definitely be watching their content .

[@autisticANDarmed]

Fng academy taught me you need a foot care kit too, like foot powder, moleskin to bandage injuries like blisters. Additionally don’t forget the simple nail clipper which stops your nails from getting too long, as well as take off dry/dead skin on your feet.

[@waylonk2453]

+1 for nail clippers, by gosh.

[@realghostactual]

moleskin saved my life on so many 12 milers hahahahaha

[@thesteampunkinc]

So slow that I missed the first upload, but fast enough for “Redbeard FINAL blur FIX”

[@Sam_Falcon42]

Forreal

[@tacticalsip2140]

I hope he makes another political episode, maybe talk about what Red Flag Laws really are. It just helps stop the special from spreading🤣

[@SGTPlays]

I think he just forgot to blur there faces in the first one hence why it got privated

[@DZ4295DBW]

@@SGTPlays Yep. He forgot to blur the faces in one of the segments

[@TREXARMS]

"First of all, lower your voice..."

[@danpershing1386]

The most informative video I've ever watched on KZbin. Thank you!

[@timothyhaskell8262]

Thank you for putting all of this information together.

[@ddroz23]

I like when he brings up the wind shirt. After years of living in the mountains of CO, I can tell you a simple windbreaker will magnify your warmth, and they weigh almost nothing. Plus they are highly water-resistant. If you live in a desert live I have before. They help amazing at night when the wind picks up and temps plummet. Wool is the king as a base layer. it wicks water and insulates at the same time. plus if there is fire you won't get plastic stuck to your skin. His talk on the Insulation layer is on point. That one extra layer makes a big difference.

[@realghostactual]

PCU lvl 5 baby, stillllll love that jacket to death and stole that bitch when i ETSd

[@Pepe_theFurfagFrog]

Our guys all carry a large black garbage bag... it's a rain poncho, or fill w/leafs, to replace a damaged sleep-pad, it carries GALLONS of water or "discovered/commandeered" gasoline back to camp if u support the base minimally w/a sheet of hard-plastic, it extends or patches a tarp or gathers steam for distilled water -- rub an alcohol swab on it, let dry, then grease w/ointment to cover large BURN wounds. Endless options & lightweight

[@LSwick-ss6nm]

I realize I am about to state the obvious but many people don't realize that it is the wind passing through your clothing that pushes put the warm air created by your body which can lead to hypothermia. As you discovered, an added layer that simply blocks the wind allows your body heat to remain trapped and that makes all the difference in the world.

[@LSwick-ss6nm]

I realize I am about to state the obvious but many people don't realize that it is the wind passing through your clothing that pushes put the warm air created by your body which can lead to hypothermia. As you discovered, an added layer that simply blocks the wind allows your body heat to remain trapped and that makes all the difference in the world.

[@rodwoods2108]

True!

[@MagicPrepper]

Extremely informative for civilians like myself. I really appreciate the detailed breakdown and explanation of each piece of gear. Thanks to Redbeard Tactical for the experienced information and thanks to T-REX ARMS for hosting this valuable seminar.

[@brandonandreski1709]

I liked your video as well. There is something that is missing in all these packs that no one talks about that most vets probably know about. Extra socks, and baby wipes. The only one that has mentioned it in detail is Grand thumb. These guys said socks but there is more to it than that.

[@rustyshackleford9017]

yeah this is not a good example magic man

[@inferninx]

@@brandonandreski1709 baby wipes or some kind of wetwipes. Anyone who’s ever had monkeybutt or who’s been in the field for a prolonged period of time without showering will understand.

[@Behind_enemy_lines_25]

What’s up Magic! Love your page buddy…

[@Hellfreeza]

these tips given by these two guys are priceless. Thank you so much.

[@oliverallen5324]

It’s important we patronize the world we want to live in. Great work TRex.

[@protectpersevere2030]

Failure to prepare is preparing to fail.

[@protectpersevere2030]

@@haze339 what lol?

[@vidi.]

falling is to fell and failing is to fail hotel? Trivago.

[@11DAVIDELEVEN]

In some countries u cant own this stuff. Even harder, afford it

[@mungo75]

@@haze339 I think there's a lesson in this for all of us.

[@GoldenAce88]

Well said! In Finland we got this: sweat conserves blood. Same same but different:)

[@77thNYSV]

If we went by the spirit in which the 2A was written, every able bodied American male would be a rifleman equipped at least as much as the basic regular Army or Marine infantryman. And trained to the same level.

[@alanhillman7247]

Absolutely true!

[@TheReckoningBeginsToday]

Hell yeah!

[@autisticANDarmed]

Yeah as a Californian, surrounded by Californians, I’d say very few people would be on board with this. I can’t speak for everywhere else though, so rock on.

[@abefernandez6546]

@@autisticANDarmed I'm from California also. You got to remember, California is blue cities surrounded by red counties. Those red counties are usually armed to the teeth.

[@TheReckoningBeginsToday]

@@goham5481 Youre question makes zero sense. No context to the comment.

[@CK-od8jt]

Really good content! Almost the same like I use to pack my bag, but there are still a few new good ideas in I haven’t thought about yet

[@p.oneill6943]

This is One of my Favorite Channels I View, you are an Inspiration to the rest of us how we can be More I like it a Lot keep up the food work and the Information is Superb 10/10

[@OneNationUnderGod.45]

Videos like this are so helpful. I'm just a civilian, a full time auto mechanic, with ZERO tactical/military experience, who has been building up my Freedom preserving resources, which recently expanded to 7.62x51 as well. I buy as many of those resources as I can afford while still putting food on the table and keeping the house standing. I wish I had friends or groups that had that experience to teach me, but unfortunately I dont, right now. But I do come to these videos to learn more and more, and apply it when I'm at my family's private range. My next purchase has to be a plate carrier and plates. Keep fighting the good fight with these videos. It helps educate guys like me who want to be useful if shit hits the fan.

[@XXNerdzillaXX]

IF, shit hits the fan? Don't you mean "when"?

[@JewTubeSux]

Shit has already hit the fan. At this point, we're just waiting for resources to dry up before the food riots begin. Once that happens, it'll be full on SHTF...

[@byrd4mgt]

@@JewTubeSux October

[@XXNerdzillaXX]

@@JewTubeSux To be fair, I was literally just thinking about saying that, then you said it. I agree with ya. But this is also predicted by a very old book that the world hates, so there's that.

[@neighbor-j-4737]

@@XXNerdzillaXX Right, I've heard tales that the tribulation will get awfully exciting before it is finished. And I'd like to make it through.

[@joshkrach8394]

As a marine infantryman this video is on point, the fork lighter is kind of weird though lol. but physical fitness and training should take priority over gear.

[@ivantoxie]

It is, one our side though we put MRE spoons in our armor next to the frag pouches. I'm sure they think we are a bit cartoonish.

[@TastingwithTonyShow]

Great information from experienced experts. There's one more thing I'd pack, in fact I carry it every day: my sense of humour. Others might call it confidence or a positive attitude or resilience or mental fortitude, etc, etc. Once the inevitable fatigue, stress, uncertainty, lack of sleep, emotional strain, etc have taken a toll, being able to keep in mind the upside, to retain a "can do" attitude, to smile and be grateful for small mercies, might one day be the edge that makes all the difference.

[@ijustworkhere2171]

The one thing you can carry that reduces the weight.

[@soul3581]

Great stuff man, Keep up the good work.

[@Abolish_The_ATF]

As an Infantry Marine, I think every citizen should be like Lucas. That's literally why we have the 2nd Amendment. Don't let bums in the military or liberals tell you otherwise bc most military dudes that say shit like that are pogs or just sellouts. I know lots of higher ups that don't believe in the 2nd Amendment and are true sellouts. Being in the military doesn't make you lethal or knowledgeable. Be like Lucas and buy your weapons and gear to train against criminals, foreign invaders or a possible tyrannical government. Its bound to happen to ours with their communist government control views.

[@Abolish_The_ATF]

@@sabre8862 honestly. The military doesn’t teach you to shoot good or to be lethal that very much. I’m sick of these military pogs shitting on civilians for training when they shoot better than them and also pogs only shoot once a year to qual and then go back to their S-shops. People like Lucas know more about firearms, parts, gear and literally everything than I’ve seen. Only thing I disagree with him is that he shits on shotguns a lot 😂

[@Valorius]

Funny I think young men like Lucas should be in the Infantry defending the nation like you are and like I did, not LARPing around on youtube. Call me crazy.

[@groundpounder0541]

Hell yeah. Being a grunt/Ranger made me appreciate 2A more than ever. Seeing the shit the government is ok doing opened my eyes. Glad I got out but glad I got the knowledge I did from some mean motherfuckers. Also POGs are gross.

[@Valorius]

@@groundpounder0541 There are two kinds of soldiers. The Infantry and those who support the Infantry.

[@Valorius]

@@Abolish_The_ATF keep believing that.

[@chrislandrum62]

Cheers to our German brothers, thanks for being cooler than most vet bros and actually showing civilians what we need to know.

[@Joe-hu7di]

I think most Americans are afraid of liability. What if a nut job saw your videos on tactics and does something real bad and then is hard to apprehend? Just the reality of yt and lawyers today.

[@mickmacy6161]

I am glad we have a good group of young people willing to step up, on their own, to protect the homeland; one American neighborhood at a time. We are squared away. I'm a model 1960 Series LARP'er with LBV, pistol belt, two canteen's, & FAK. It hangs on the cabin wall on our 40 acre BOL with 6 loaded mags. Sub'd

[@FirearmsofAmerica]

Excellent video! Thank you for sharing! This is a great baseline for everyone who is working on their rig. But again, as it was mentioned in the video, and as many commenters on here said, it is all about consistent training with the gear that you have. You can buy anything you want, as gucci as you want, but at the end of the day, if you have never tested your gear out in the field, consider most of it not just useless, but a burden. In the civilian world it is especially hard to have the opportunity to test the gear, so organize training events with your buddies, go out into the woods, mountains, plan back country hikes, climbs, camps, etc., and take your gear out and put it to use. Not only you will learn the application of your gear and become proficient with it, but you will also develop your preference and then start customizing your rig, adjusting it to fit you personally. Train now and have fun while doing it so that you are prepared when survival is no longer for fun, but an only option. God bless!

[@vinysquirrel]

Man this was humbling. A lot of this stuff seems like common sense coming from them but it is not. I have learned a lot from this video and will be going back over it with pen and paper. Thank you guys for bringing this to us! And thank you Redbeard tactical

[@danielmekis4398]

Once you do, maybe post a comment of the list. I was thinking the same. A good lesson here.

[@WickdPerfekT]

Seconded

[@chadwik4000]

If you thought this was humbling, wait til if and when the s h's the f

[@akcharlie1960]

Get and read a "pre woke" Boy Scout Handbook. Then read it again and tell a friend. Be Prepared isn't just a catchy slogan.

[@FreebornOutdoors1776]

You can tell these dudes been through some stuff and know what they need in every situation

[@68Tboy]

@Hans Sausage Yes, they used to come to our FOB every Thursday for the ice cream bar🤣

[@skullofserpent5727]

@@68Tboy how about some cold ones on mazari sharif? :D

[@68Tboy]

@@skullofserpent5727 Haha....to be fair I did like the German chow hall, but it was eerily quiet...lol.

[@skullofserpent5727]

@@68Tboy and with ceramic plates and stuff.

[@eriklong545]

Right on Spot, although and in my experience, the one thing I didn't see was the necessary items to clean and maintain your primary weapon and optics if you are using them. CLP is great to have always and accessible and you can keep it simple on everything else (Bore, Chamber, Bolt and Gas ;). You don't always have to use your weapon to foul it. Oopsies can happen at any time and in any terrain.

[@Heywoodthepeckerwood]

Great video guys. Lots of great info. Thank you for your time.

[@JessicaPerezTV]

It’s refreshing to hear what we should buy and all of this information; since right now we have many people telling us we don’t need body armor or anything the military has. Thanks guys!

[@fireandiron4181]

I mean, you don't NEED any of this... but you won't get very far without it.

[@jgonell]

Just keep in mind, somethings the military buys do go to the lowest bidder. Just cause the .mil have it, doesn't always mean it's the greatest since slice bread. CFP-90, ACU

[@jhutch1470]

@@jgonell I agree with some of that. The things he showed are not "lowest bidder" stuff. They are proven to work stuff.

[@novaii3724]

You can learn a lot about just general camping/survival from this video too, its EXTREMELY informative. Thank you!

[@richardburgos4230]

The wealth of knowledge in this video is priceless.

[@hindsight2022]

Add a paint can opener on a string . You can use it to clear a failure to extract .. best tip i ever learned on youtube

[@TSC1]

There is alot of great real world information here. Alot of this can easily be overlooked ,so thank you for getting this out!

[@lionelvasquez1380]

Thank you! This video was really informative. I’ve had a big pack sitting in the garage for years now. I got a lot of work to do now. Please keep these types of videos coming.

[@daverhodesFD]

Great refresher course. Thanks. 👌

[@jakedye172]

as things are getting a little more spicy, this channel is perfect for the time, im gonna tell u man

[@echonova3125]

As a retired mountain infantrymen, my best suggestion for a item to buy and pack are multiple pairs of socks PACK. THOSE. SOCKS.

[@adamho8059]

What length and Material do you like? Would it be the same regardless of temperature? Thanks

[@The_SmorgMan]

@@adamho8059 not military, but a mountain guide. I’d recommend trying things and figuring out what’s best for you. I like all wool. I wear tall boots so anything above the boot height. I like thinner socks while working and moving. thicker winter socks for sleeping. I’m tall though and my feet get cold easily.

[@adamho8059]

@@The_SmorgMan thanks for the advice!

[@YouveBeenMiddled]

Two layers, inner (thin) and outer (thicker). Zero blisters and the most frequently changed (inner) are much lighter and take up less space. After a long day, dry socks will change your whole outlook on life.

[@subwoofer6726]

This man speaks the truth. Foot infections are nothing to fuck with. A foot infection is just as bad as a sprained ankle or worse. You never know how much you can actually appericate dry socks until you're out there ruffing and you had to trudge through water and mud filled with all kinds of bacteria and crap.

[@Indigo_1138]

Grand Thumbs vid on his 3 day assault pack setup was very useful info, just like this one. What I loved about this one is it didn't come from an endless budget point of view, but was a bit more practical for every day civilians. Another important vid saved to the tactical playlist, thanks T. Rex Arms.

[@Pepe_theFurfagFrog]

for everything you don't need to access fast and RUN with, we have the rear fireteam or squad carrying camping/trenching/large meal equipment on a BICYCLE: 4 per platoon, you also can use 2 poles & a litter to evac a man w/a wounded leg dragged from the rear wheel/pannier, a scout/ranger can use it for 4 guys to outflank or get a better vantage point to observe an enemy's position FAST AND SILENT, you can rest the weight of your shoulders on the handlebars so a guy with swelling feet or a bad knee can use it as a "crutch" while also helping "bring up the rear" and get to an overnight resting point a half-hour after everyone else (we call this a "gimp crew") if the area behind your column is fairly well cleared of enemy activity & they have good sight or radio comms w/the main/leading group, who leave chalkmarks on trees or similar "flags" so the trailing or "gimp" group don't get confused. Then the lead group uses that 1/2 hr to procure water & wood, setup 3 (if it's just a lone PLT) shallow foxholes for now (if it's just 1 night then move on, otherwise deeper/rain-drained holes) and clear "lanes" of fire, setup hammocks/mosq net/cooking "pit" (smokefree & underground design), etc until your dinner/heavier camping EQ (half of the blankets/tarps/tents/larger pots&pans, coffee, soap & other luxuries) arrives.

[@Nocturnal-nonsense]

Excellent video. No ego, just great information. I'd love for you to get some Royal Marines/British army guys on the channel. They have a solid mindset when it comes to assault and evasion. This was presented brilliantly

[@islas357]

Man we need way more info from these guys. There stuff on Instagram is great especially the tactics side but its hard to follow on that platform. An in depth video would be awesome. Hopefully you guys filmed more or are planning to in the future. Thanks!

[@madt7131]

This really helped me form a more balanced perspective on citizen preparedness and operational logistics. Great info. Redbeard and crew know their stuff.

[@lamontcranston6999]

Really good breakdown of necessary gear. Thanks.

[@UmamiPapi]

Thank you for sharing. Peace through strength.

[@Choppipappi17]

Thank you. This has been extremely informative and very helpful. It’s always nice to get perspective from guys who are out there. I’d love T Rex to have more guests like this.

[@jacobmontes8530]

Really reminded me of my time in the army, same items give/take and in the end you realize how heavy this all really is, but you cannot take shortcuts when going into danger. Great video!

[@larrymitchell6470]

I annually added to my “apocalypse kit”. My family Simple’s and nods like I am nuts then go back into their bubble. This year was communications year so quality walkie talkies and a HAM radio to listen if I needed to.

[@mermerac9610]

Thank you for doing this for us interested in rolling over.

[@MrRebar15]

*T.REX ARMS* Bravo well done, thank-you fellas for taking the time to speak on this. God Bless.

[@americanmilitiaman88]

As a former Navy Seabee. Running on little to no sleep and the ability to endure through less than desirable conditions like bad whether and physical fitness is very important and probably more important than the gear. Also wearing your gear and performing tasks while wearing it buddy carry. Digging a hasty fighting position. Climb a ladder run up stairs. Dont cheap out on your boots and good quality socks. Your feet are more important than your weapon. If your feet are comfortable your body will also be comfortable.

[@-_-_-_-318]

So with that logic, parents are the best soldiers. I haven't slept in 4 years.

[@bushwalker19]

Great video, close to what I do for my civil Bushcraft Survival setup

[@edregener7018]

Thx for your time and effort it was informative.

[@Tom-gt5jt]

Brilliant video from the redbeard guys and big fan of that Stirling Timepiece watch ⌚️👏🏼

[@ytty5183]

I was wondering what that ⌚️ was. Thought maybe Sinn. 🤔

[@seangray9459]

Great video! A bit of a deviation from your usual and I really appreciated it. Also it doesn't hurt to be reaffirmed by these great guys that my preparation for weeks long "excursion" is accurate. Several add ons I hadn't considered were very helpfull. Regarding boots: with my work, I am in my boots and on my feet, not just standing but squating, pivoting, sprinting and walking for 12-14 hours a day. They are quite right with a half size smaller when buying quality boots. I break new boots in in one day and destroy lesser boots within 3 days.

[@gimlet4216]

My Woobie was something I carried from my time as a light infantryman to my civilian life.

[@4heartsfamily]

Great video! I'd like to see more work with Redbeard Tactical. Glueck Ab!

[@vaultthirteen5782]

another thing to consider--make sure you can access medical equipment with one hand. stage your TQs and consider a tear-away IFAK design like Refuge Medical's BearFAK 3.0--highly recommend. your plates will protect your vitals, but unless you're running full heavy gear, your extremities are exposed. TQ's are the best defense i'm aware of to keep that factor in check.

[@monkeymoment6478]

TQs and wound packing gauze. Sometimes penetrating wounds are too high on your arm or leg for a TQ to be applied.

[@richiemercado4027]

Im glad someone mentioned this. I was shocked when there was no mention of it in the video considering my experience in the infantry. I was irked by the lack of mention. It’s perhaps one of the most important aspects of an infantryman’s setup.

[@alexgreen4005]

I like the Trauma Pak ifaks, they also come fully equipped and are not extremely expensive.

[@docbrad825]

You need a TQ attached with two thick but breakable rubber bands and a couple field dressings centrally located on your body armor where you can reach it with either arm. That's about all the self aid you're going to be able to do before going into shock if you're wounded. Your IFAK, and anything else I give you to carry, belongs to me. Put it on the back of your kit and don't mess with it. That's my resupply to use on the next guy when I'm done treating you.

[@joshgalt2022]

Love how your intensity is in step with how our situation is unfolding. No Step on Snek

[@davidb9323]

Hopefully it will be one step ahead of the supply line 🫠

[@sunnycat69]

Anyway forward

[@timk4710]

Great video! I love this content !

[@Grimmgrimm610]

Great videos fellas ....... thank you for sharing your wisdom ,!

[@fiestaresistance4484]

When selecting your field pack, avoid plastic frames. They can hold up but if they fail, it’s usually catastrophic. I’ve spoken to several fellow Marines whose ILBE packs snapped during cold weather ops (Norway, Alaska, etc.) A good option is to buy a used ALICE pack frame (or just buy a whole ALICE pack) and then reinforce the rivets with a paracord lashing since they rivets often fail first. It often takes some modification, but the ALICE frame fits many issued military field packs. Nice thing is, if the rivets do fail, the frame is welded at the key joints and is still workable. I had a broken frame for a three week field op and never knew until we left the field.

[@ethannorton4016]

ALICE packs are great. Personally, I really like Tactical Tailor’s Modified ALICE pack, but it was pretty expensive. If you can manage to grab a used one, and can verify that it’s in good condition, go for it.

[@autisticANDarmed]

@@ethannorton4016 I just put tactical tailor shoulder straps and kidney pad on an Alice frame, works fine.

[@fiestaresistance4484]

@@ethannorton4016 I had a MALICE pack from TT issued to me for two years. It was pretty nice and I liked it. Not as much space as an ILBE but that’s not always a bad thing since it forced you to choose your gear wisely and kept weight down.

[@bignasty389]

Gonna be honest with you, the stock ALICE pack is miserable to ruck with.

[@Treestandtroubadour]

I’ve always been pretty decent at shooting and working with firearms I realized not too long ago that the best bet at full survival was to get fit I was 260 now I’m 164 trying to get 155. Now I’m down weight I’m gonna get a chest rig then armor later got my first semi auto rifle recently

[@rustyshakleford1445]

Losing that much weight is hard work! Great job! I realized around the beginning of the charlie 19 pandemic that I needed to get to a more healthy weight. I’m at 180lbs from 240lbs. Still got a ways to go

[@Treestandtroubadour]

@@rustyshakleford1445 I think that was the hardest for me was getting to 180 everything now seems like a breeze. But it’s been a slow process man a year and a half but I stopped thinking I was a failure bc it wasn’t rapid and keep pushing. Thanks for the love man!

[@blairrad1785]

Proud of you

[@Treestandtroubadour]

@@blairrad1785 thanks brother love that profile pic

[@captainash1297]

The half size down on boots is usually good advice on any shoes. Assuming they aren't TOO small, they will hug your feet very well after break in.

[@MKlukowski]

Great video and interesting. It does give off the vibe that the primary audience is ex-military. I can't imagine my non-military friends carrying 3 modes of writing modalities, an ifak and extra bandaids in a cargo pocket in a zip lock, with 2 compasses + gps, a radio, couple of different flashlights...and a fox40 whistle in case we have to coordinate bounding movements during a 5+ magazine engagement with an enemy force...

[@Surrealiantx]

Would love to see more informative/seminar style videos like these. This was highly impactful--the guys at Redbeard have an ocean of knowledge backed by experience.

[@wafflebunny123]

Been slowly getting gear so is my brother and I hope to convince my cousins to do the same I enjoy the videos you guys dump 👌

[@matthewlemoine6280]

This is the best video I've ever seen thank you so much

[@whomagoose6897]

I was once a mortar crewman Infantry guy, decades ago. Just remember you cannot stay young forever. One day you will find the mind is willing, but, the body just cannot take it anymore. So do what you can, when you can do it. There will be a day you cannot.

[@BBQDad463]

Thanks for this great presentation by serious professionals.

[@jerryrigger3040]

Great advice here. My realities: I'm to old and broken to ever operate on a true infantryman level, I have deep very capable in my life but at best a 50 lb pack was my limit, 35 lb is my current target excluding weapons/ammo, most equipment will be available in my vehicles, I would have to depend on stealth and ingenuity to be successful. I know what I used to be able to do, this helps assess what I am up against. Work on what you can, but be painfully honest with yourself.

[@dirtyswar]

As a 56 yr old combat vet...my knees and back felt every part of this. Adaptability is key, I know what I'm still capable of and adjust training as such. Stealth being the biggest part of training at this point.

[@jerryrigger3040]

@@dirtyswar adaptability, never would have believed I'd switch to being a left hand carry, but my body dictates the terms.

[@epigenetics9798]

Thats the best insight I gave seen in a while. I know what I used to be able to do and that is probably what I am up against

[@jarred0301]

Best part of the video is having someone stand in the background for half the video. Really adds to message, or not really. Also for the viewing device replace the mono with a laser range finder. They still work as a spotter even if the battery dies, but can serve double duty.

[@nighttemplar853]

Thanks for the insight between survival and fighting mode