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slowz1k
05-21-2012, 04:21 PM
My Family and I do a lot of hiking during the summer. We have a camping trip scheduled over in the mountains in Western NC in a couple of weeks, so I brought my day pack into the office to check it over, top it off with anything that I may be lacking, and grab a few pics to show you guys what I usually carry.
My day pack is a small Condor hydration pack. It’s small, light, expandable, and so far pretty tough. I keep 8’ of paracord and a button compass on the straps. There is plenty of room for lunch, and some spare socks and a jacket if needed.

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk95/slowz1k/Hike1.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk95/slowz1k/Hike2.jpg

The contents of the Pack:
Compass
Katadyn Hiker filter and bag with coffee filters
Sun Screen, Maxi-Deet insect repellant, Sting-eez (for when the Maxi-Deet doesn’t work)
A ziplock bag containing some TP
Powdered drink mix, a few 5 hour energy shots, and a 3 serving Mainstay bar.

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk95/slowz1k/Hike3.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk95/slowz1k/Hike4.jpg

Also inside my day pack I keep this smaller bag that I call my “Primitive Survival Kit”. I like the idea of keeping this kit self contained so I can put it on a belt or shoulder strap, if I didn’t want or need to take the day pack. It’s pictured with my Mora knife, that is always on my belt when hiking.

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk95/slowz1k/Hike5.jpg

slowz1k
05-21-2012, 04:22 PM
Continued::::

The contents of my PrimSurKit:
Fiskars folding hand saw. I catch some grief on this one… but it’s lighter that a hatchet, and faster and easier than batoning a knife through most saplings. I consider it a “splurge” and feel that it’s worth the space and weight.
SS CUP ($1.00 at the dollar store, Yes, I’m cheap) Full of other trinkets
Water Proof match container with cotton ball and a few feet of duct tape
Star Flash signal mirror
Small FAK with Mini LED flashlight

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk95/slowz1k/Hike6.jpg

The contents of the SS Cup:
Ziplock bag with TP and coffee filters
Small clear 15 gallon trash bags (Should be contractor grade Iknow)
A few tongue depressors for dry kindling (or depressing a tongue should the mood hit me)
Small spool of wire
Packet of fish hooks wrapped with 100’ feet of line
The blue thing in the middle is a small harpoon or gig that I made from a hacksaw blade. I actually have a few of these. They can be lashed to the end of a stick and used for spearing small game and/or fish.
1 emergency poncho and 1 emergency blanket
The green bottle contains lint, lighter, and magnesium fire starter

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk95/slowz1k/Hike7.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk95/slowz1k/Hike8.jpg
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk95/slowz1k/Hike9.jpg

I won’t bore you with the contents of the FAK, but here’s a pic.
http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk95/slowz1k/Hike99.jpg

That’s about it. I know I need to get some water purification tablets in my Prim kit and swap out those puny trash bags.
Questions, Comments, and suggestions always welcome!

ak474u
05-21-2012, 06:58 PM
Well thought out little day pack... What about zombies? I didn't see anything for zombies. Lol

bacpacker
05-21-2012, 07:48 PM
Very nice set up. One thing I may have missed, flashlight or headlamp of some sort?

slowz1k
05-21-2012, 08:42 PM
Well thought out little day pack... What about zombies? I didn't see anything for zombies. Lol

I keep a ziplock bag full of brains that I can throw on the ground as a diversion for escape! LOL

slowz1k
05-21-2012, 08:43 PM
Very nice set up. One thing I may have missed, flashlight or headlamp of some sort?

Dang!!! You're right! I normally keep a pen light in there, but it's missing. I never even noticed it was gone! Thanks!!!

ak474u
05-21-2012, 11:12 PM
Adding brains to my bob for zombie bait, good thought.

msomnipotent
05-27-2012, 03:49 PM
I heard they are good for catfish, too.

Gearhead
05-27-2012, 10:01 PM
And if you encounter a stupid person, you can do a transplant!

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ak474u
05-28-2012, 04:25 AM
And if you encounter a stupid person, you can do a transplant!

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I'm not sure I could carry enough for one day of my life.

Gearhead
05-28-2012, 10:20 AM
I'm not sure I could carry enough for one day of my life.

Good point. .308 is lighter. Ar-10, anyone?

izzyscout21
05-30-2012, 07:21 PM
Good point. .308 is lighter. Ar-10, anyone?


How did we get from hiking pack to brains to Ar-10??
http://i764.photobucket.com/albums/xx288/2crgrunt/wtfpicard.jpg






Seriously.... nice pack. Gives me some inspiration.

The Stig
06-06-2012, 12:12 AM
I really like how you weighed the pros and cons of the folding saw. Most of the time we have limited space or weight carrying abilities. Every item should be considered and evaluated.

Very nice pack and setup.

GunnerMax
06-06-2012, 09:13 AM
that is a very nice, light, and comprehensive kit. Bravo!

Kodiak
06-06-2012, 12:50 PM
Nice kit!