BOSS Shelter Kit by Stanford Outdoor Supply (Review)

With a lightweight waterproof tarp and groundcover, high-quality cordage and everything else you need to build a survival shelter on-the-fly, The B.O.S.S. “Shelter” kit could make the difference between making it home or becoming a statistic. It's one in a series of kits designed to prepare you for the worst that nature has to offer, and whether you’re looking for a quick, effective & affordable way to boost your current setup or a strong foundation for a new bug-out bag or emergency kit for your home or vehicle, the B.O.S.S. line of kits might be just what the doctor ordered. Check out our full review!
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[@HappilyEverOutdoors]

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[@FiresideCoffee]

I have to say, I love your videos. I am amazed that you don't have 50k subscribers. Its only a matter of time. Thanks for sharing.

[@HappilyEverOutdoors]

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[@captainfragger6295]

Agreed

[@billb3374]

The only thing i would add is when looking for a spot look overhead for widow makers

[@HappilyEverOutdoors]

Great point, thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@captainfragger6295]

Common sense does not come in a kit

[@ADVRaven]

Just a comment about staking the tarp down, throw a couple simple aluminum stakes in the bag for that. Great video series (watching all of your B.O.S.S.) videos. I am thinking of using these kits to do a quick and dirty bug-out for the car. I am adding a custom (they always should be, based on your own knowledge) first aid kit as well. Also, concerning the sag, if you take your front stakes out at 45 deg, that will pull the sag out.

[@HappilyEverOutdoors]

Thanks for watching, and taking the time to comment. 👍

[@anthonymaddix4063]

Here is a little tip for the loops on the stakes the string that on them I would switch it out to 550 cord and tie a good knot in the cord put through the gromits and use a stout stick around the size of your thumb through the loop you might be able to get the tarp tighter with that little trick.

[@captainfragger6295]

I very rarely bring mine. It's easier to just grab a stick and make one instead of worrying about extra stuff. I mean they really do grow on trees

[@calminator2607]

13:42 How could i not? I mean , i am a starter and if i havent seen this video , i would have missed out a really good price for an ultralight shelter! Thanks so much! c:

[@seniorchiefharris]

Looks like a pretty good kit especially for the price! Maybe the zip ties are used in conjunction with the paracord ties on the steaks to hold the shelter down??? Nice little shelter kit that you could easily add to for your particular area/season...Thanks for sharing this with us!!!

[@HappilyEverOutdoors]

Thanks for watching Kenn!

[@bruceforster3709]

A Small pair of the Nite Ize Carbiners would be PERFECT!

[@captainfragger6295]

Carabiners Rock

[@HannibalsSurplusReviews]

I would always use a loop on the end of each piece of paracord then just put the looped knot through the grommets then pull the rest of paracord out making a less stiff knot on the tarp preventing the grommets ripping out!!!

[@thomasv9760]

I might use this boss shelter kit in a pinch but only long enough to build my own shelter. The paracord looked like it was standing 1100 so that's a plus and I like the saw and tensioners but as far as the shelter itself goes, I could build something a lot better in a day so yeah like I said I would only use it in a dire emergency

[@HappilyEverOutdoors]

Hello Thomas, Thanks for taking the time to comment! This kit is definitely geared towards an emergency where you need shelter very quickly for sure. However, if you were to build a stronger "bushcraft" shelter many of the elements could still be very useful, such as the saw & cordage, as well as the mylar blankets, plastic ground tarp & the shelter tarp which you could use to waterproof a lean-to shelter and provide heat reflection on the inside. Just food for thought, thanks for watching!

[@Eric-ew8jt]

Get all the modules and stash them for a cache

[@captainfragger6295]

I wouldn't waste my money.. the navigation, water filtration and shelter are waste of money. They are like 50 bucks each. I almost got all five for 179. But since I had better Equipment already why waste the money. I did get the fire buddy and hunting buddy.

[@spanishunboxinromero6595]

Good stuff!how does this shelter work in heavy rain condicionts?thanks for sharing,Paco

[@HappilyEverOutdoors]

Hello, and thanks for watching! Everything has it’s limitations, and if possible I would probably try to add some structure using some fallen limbs and stretch the tarp over that if I was expecting harsher weather. Thanks for watching!

[@captainfragger6295]

It's a tarp... so it all depends on how you use it. Some methods are better than others.

[@HannibalsSurplusReviews]

Two downfalls the tarp isn't big enough I'd use thebluestone 10x10ft tarp in army green $25 on Amazon. it comes with orange guy-lines for each grommet and 8 steaks. Second I'd have a paracord spool tool with 100ft of 550 paracord the spool tool has a razor blade built-in and slot for a mini bic lighter included.

[@heavykev8777]

Hey where are you in NJ? I'm in Atlantic County.

[@ritesideofthefence5857]

Why not make an a frame for full rain protection.

[@shawnb1287]

All its missing is a few 55 gallon drum liners

[@IAmKynndreddSynne]

Golden!.😎

[@danielww9022]

The B.O.S.S. kits are ok, at best. I mean they're better than having nothing at all, but I wouldn't trust the whole bundle with my life. That said, if you believe the sh!t will hit the fan next week, then by all means, order the bundle and hope for the best. Other than that, I recommend investing a bit more time (& possibly cash) on some quality gear that you can trust.

[@josephkimbrough54]

You have to watch out for the ants but you also have to watch out for the uncles too 😳🙄😁😁😂😂

[@mrchaparro8168]

Use the paracord to cut the paracord

[@darlingstuff1560]

BUY A TICK KEY.......LOOK THEM UP. SAVES LIVES.

[@captainfragger6295]

Carry one on my key chain... I hate ticks!

[@garyshaimas2356]

So far I like what I see

[@captainfragger6295]

I would have bought this one when I bought the fire boss and hunting boss. They screwed me and didn't send me the mini Fire Boss which I paid for but oh well. These prices have gone up a lot in the last 2 years the mini boss was 12 bucks. And the shelter boss was fifty bucks. The water filtration was fifty bucks and that's why I did not buy the entire $179 combo kit with all five. I already have a better shelter kit with all this stuff in it and I paid a lot less than fifty bucks. The water filtration kind of sucks you can buy better at Walmart. The navigation kit is a joke too. The only part of it I didn't have was the book and I found it on Amazon for five bucks and now own it. So I would be damned if I was going to spend 179 bucks when all I wanted was the fire buddy and hunting buddy. I ordered the mini fire buddy because I wanted a few more zinc capsules. I guess I got screwed out of my 12 bucks... that I found them for sale on Amazon too. And for a lot cheaper

[@captainfragger6295]

I noticed in the video you use that tarp sideways instead of the typical way of running your support line through the middle grommets. But judging by your height and the way it looks it really doesn't look like it would be very good shelter if you put it up the other way. It would be long ways a lot wider but it would be shorter to the ground. I would rather get one I would rather use the insulated tarps or a regular tarp. One that you choose yourself. This may be okay in an emergency.. but is really too costly.. you would be better off buying better equipment for about the same price. You can get the Paracord for under five bucks. Insulated tarp for about 14 on Amazon. A piece of plastic that comes in a whole roll for about 5. Or you can buy a waterproof floor tarp for about 5 that has grommets you can secure to the ground too... I don't see what good those fancy steaks are if you have to pile wood on top of your tarp to keep them from coming out... 40 years ago I had plastic Cub Scout tent Stakes that never gave me any trouble at all... I'm not sure why they would be any worse since they are metal and basically the same design. In my opinion the best survival tool a person has is their brain. And a person needs to start using it before they are in the situation. Which means don't screw around with someone else's junk. Do the research and get the best equipment that is right for you. Not what someone who is trying to make a buck tells you is right for you. And like you said and several of your videos for god sakes try the stuff out several times before actually depending on it... that way when you find out you need a knife you have already put one in the kit yourself. And if you think the knife is junk it is your own fault OwO

[@mattdavis822]

and a shovel

[@ilostmymind47]

Built my own for far less $

[@captainfragger6295]

Damn right! They are alot more now