Truck/EDC Bag

Published on February 19, 2020
Duration: 15:44

This video details the contents of a 'get home' or EDC truck bag, emphasizing preparedness for emergencies. The instructor, a patron-requested content creator, explains the rationale behind each item, ranging from survival essentials like water and food to communication devices and first-aid components. The bag is designed for short-term survival or to facilitate a journey home, not for extended wilderness survival.

Quick Summary

The EDC truck bag is designed as a 'get home' or emergency preparedness kit, providing essential supplies for short-term survival or to facilitate a safe journey home. Key items include a Saga Ninja backpack, a Baofeng ham radio for communication, survival food like Mountain House granola, and a glass breaker for assisting others.

Chapters

  1. 00:08Introduction & Patreon
  2. 00:38Bag Purpose: Get Home/EDC
  3. 01:53Backpack Choice: Saga Ninja
  4. 02:39Tools: SOG Shovel
  5. 02:51Top Pouch Contents
  6. 03:36Front Top Pouch: Tourniquets
  7. 04:09Side Pouch: Glass Breaker
  8. 05:03Add-on Pouch: Binoculars (Location)
  9. 05:30Side Pouch: Ham Radio
  10. 06:19Hydration Pack
  11. 06:32Front Pouch Contents
  12. 07:05Crank Radio & Light
  13. 07:35Field Notebook & Writing Utensils
  14. 07:46Paracord & Fishing Kit
  15. 07:54Tinder & Waterproof Matches
  16. 08:04Solar Lantern
  17. 09:35Main Compartment Contents
  18. 09:41Toilet Paper & Water Bottle
  19. 09:53Food: Mountain House Granola
  20. 11:31Pillow Cover/Shawl/Blanket
  21. 11:53Sniper Veil
  22. 12:33Hydration Pack (Location)
  23. 12:37Mesh Bag Contents
  24. 13:02Bag Contents Summary
  25. 13:08Bag's Purpose: Not Daily Carry
  26. 14:00Personal Carry vs. Bag Contents
  27. 14:24IFAK Location
  28. 14:40Bag's Purpose: Get Home/Stay Safe
  29. 15:11Conclusion & Patreon Plug

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary purpose of the EDC truck bag shown in the video?

The EDC truck bag is designed as a 'get home' or emergency preparedness kit. Its purpose is to provide essential supplies for survival for a day or two, or to help the user reach home safely if stranded due to unforeseen circumstances like accidents or natural disasters.

What type of backpack does the instructor recommend for an EDC truck bag?

The instructor recommends the Saga Ninja backpack, stating it's pound-for-pound the best value on the market for its price. He emphasizes that while not the absolute best bag, it offers excellent utility for the money spent.

What communication tools are included in the EDC truck bag?

The bag includes a Baofeng UV-5R ham radio with an antenna for emergency communication and a crank/solar-powered radio that can also pick up standard radio stations, ensuring information access during outages.

Why are items like a glass breaker and spare AR magazines included in the bag?

The glass breaker is for assisting others by breaking into vehicles in emergencies, not for self-extraction. The spare AR magazine is included with the understanding that the user may encounter someone with an AR-15 and could potentially acquire it.

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