An aid bag is a bit of a step up from a standard individual first aid kit and today Bryan offers a look at the contents of his. Additionally, he discusses his thoughts behind its organization and keeping important items immediately accessible. Don’t forget to check out the list of resources we’ve provided in the… Continue reading What to Keep in Your Aid Bag
Category: Packs
Can a 7-Year-Old Vehicle Bag Stand Up to Texas Heat?
With a seemingly never-ending supply of bags, Bryan continues his preparedness updates this week by sharing how one of his vehicle bags has fared over the last seven years and what will get replaced.
Medical Bag Updates: Repacking & Maintaining Over the Counter Medications
Bryan continues updating his preparedness bags this week, offering a look at some of the medications and hygiene items he keeps on hand. Additionally, the medication-labeling document mentioned in the video is listed in the resources for download.
Go-To Preparedness Bags and Food Selections
When’s the last time you ran through your preparedness bags? Bryan offers a quick look at the purpose of his disaster preparedness bags and discusses some theory behind the new food items he’s been adding.
Consider the Three P’s Before Packing for Your Next Trip
Focusing on your method for packing a backpack probably isn’t something that you fret over on a daily basis. However, if you’re a pack nerd like me, it’s something that you constantly work through and update. In this article, I’ll be covering what’s known as the “Three P’s of Packing” to help you keep items… Continue reading Consider the Three P’s Before Packing for Your Next Trip
Super Light and Super Tough: Why the Arc’teryx Alpha FL 30 May Be the Perfect Pack
“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication,” is something you may have heard before. It’s definitely a quote that applies to the Arc’teryx Alpha FL 30 Pack that I’ll be discussing today. This pack is like the Glock of the daypack world, containing everything you need and nothing you don’t. My relationship with the FL 30 began about… Continue reading Super Light and Super Tough: Why the Arc’teryx Alpha FL 30 May Be the Perfect Pack
Go Time: How a Flood in Colorado Helped Build a Go Bag in Texas
I’ve always considered myself a prepared individual, whether during an emergency situation or just day-to-day life. I’m the guy with a couple cases of bottled water, canned goods and a change of clothes stored in a closet; ready to weather out the worst of storms. However, after reading a recent article from contributor Jeff Carpenter… Continue reading Go Time: How a Flood in Colorado Helped Build a Go Bag in Texas
The Pack of All Trades? Using the CamelBak Urban Assault Pack for EDC, Training and Competition
If you’re like me, there’s something inherently compelling about packs and storage solutions. I definitely fancy myself a pack connoisseur, although my wife uses a slightly different term. So when ITS approached me about reviewing the Urban Assault from CamelBak, there was no way I could turn it down. I was coming up on my heavy… Continue reading The Pack of All Trades? Using the CamelBak Urban Assault Pack for EDC, Training and Competition
Live By the Blade: Blending in with the Arc’teryx Blade 20 Pack
Over the last few years, I’ve used several different bags for every day carry; each with its own unique features, strengths and weaknesses. I’ve carried everything from sling packs, to messenger bags, to full three-day packs and I’ve learned a lot of great lessons in between. Today, I’ll be discussing how my journey to find… Continue reading Live By the Blade: Blending in with the Arc’teryx Blade 20 Pack
Shining Light on the S.H.A.D.O. Pack from Prometheus Design Werx
Prometheus Design Werx first unveiled their S.H.A.D.O. Pack to the general public about a year ago during SHOT Show. While there was a bit of a wait before they were available, as soon as they went live, I placed my order immediately and was pretty excited to get my hands on the pack. Since that time, I’ve run… Continue reading Shining Light on the S.H.A.D.O. Pack from Prometheus Design Werx