Patrol Basics Sleep 2: How to Sleep in a Semi-Permissive Environment, Tips and Tricks.

This guide details how to modify a closed-cell foam bed roll, specifically referencing the Therm-a-Rest Z-Lite style, for improved personal fit and reduced weight. Drew, from Dirty Civilian, demonstrates trimming the pad to suit his height, a technique born from practical field experience. This modification enhances packability and comfort for extended outdoor use.

Matt Vandy demonstrates how to load the FieldCraft Backcountry Carrier as a Tier 2 system for vehicle-based or backcountry scenarios. The focus is on rapid access to a full-size handgun, enhanced medical supplies, survival gear, and immediate-use food, complementing a primary EDC. Key techniques include sanitizing zipper pulls for quick deployment and dedicating pouches for specific critical items like tourniquets and firearms.

This video compares two personal emergency shelter kits: a $200 option and a $600 option, both designed for situations like bugging out or mutual assistance. It highlights common essential components like paracord, stakes, and a heavy-duty tarp, while detailing the differences in quality, weight, and cost between military surplus and modern high-end gear. The presenter emphasizes the importance of a personal shelter system as a foundational element for any emergency kit, suitable for various scenarios from natural disasters to vehicle breakdowns.

This guide, presented by Adam from Spiritus Systems, details essential techniques and gear for sleeping in a non-permissive environment (NPE). It covers site selection, shelter construction using tools like E-tools and ALICE packs, thermal protection with specialized garments and sleep pads, and tactical considerations for maintaining security and readiness. The instruction emphasizes practical application derived from extensive field experience, including references to Ranger School and operations in Afghanistan.

This video, featuring Fred from Spiritus Systems, delves into the philosophy behind Everyday Carry (EDC) items. It emphasizes understanding the purpose of each tool, prioritizing reliability, and considering de-escalation tactics before resorting to force. The discussion covers lighters for diffusing tension, flashlights as defensive tools, the legal implications of drawing a firearm, and a strong preference for fixed-blade knives over mechanical folders.

A Force Recon Marine details the setup of his M27 IAR rifle for VBSS missions. Key components include a Knights Armament suppressor for hearing protection in confined spaces, an AN/PEQ-16 laser/light module, and an Aimpoint T-2 red dot sight. He specifically advises hard-pointing a Magpul sling for security during high-risk ship-to-ship or ship-to-helicopter transitions.

This guide details the setup of a Spiritus Systems LV119 plate carrier as demonstrated by Garand Thumb, a recognized expert with extensive military experience. It covers plate carrier selection, placard configuration, comms and navigation integration, and primary weapon system details, emphasizing practical application for general purpose and urban environments. The setup prioritizes modularity and mission-specific needs.