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My Truck Bag/Get Home Bag
5/9/2012 11:32:46 PM
(The IPSC targets are there because I had some truck parts in the back the other day)
The bag is made by a company called 'Sandpiper of California". I found it at the PX a while back for a good price. The material feels pretty cheap and the stitching sucks, it just sits in my vehicle so I don't care. I'm confident that it will survive at least a hike or two.
It has a good sized shoulder strap (it's tucked under the bag).
Pretty basic assortment of need to have and nice to have items. It'll also have a space blanket and jacket during cold weather months. The black pouch/bag on the right is a fully stocked EMT aid bag. They're difficult to see in the pic, but It also carries a headlamp, CAT, and benchmade folder.
I keep a high powered light and batteries in the center console.
Anywho, just thought I'd share.
ETA: Hmm now that I think about it, I'm going to tie it down using one of the vehicle's straps. Couldn't hurt.
5/10/2012 12:08:48 AM
I use to keep a bag like that under the back seat of my truck. Now I have a new Tacoma and there is no room to put much of anything, so I keep a med kit in my center console and a light in my sunglass holder.
5/10/2012 12:09:09 AM
Nice. I keep a 50cal ammo can in each car with a few essentials, but a lot lighter on food than you are with your bag. Mine are mostly fire-starters, basic first aid, hard candy for the kids and a few toiletries. My youngest child is not even a year old, so the odds of us hiking very far without a lot of gear are slim. My kit is intended to bridge the gap between breakdown and rescue.
In my work truck I keep a box with a lot more stuff including a backpack that has food, water, ammo and first aid in case I have to hike home. The box has a small shovel, antifreeze, water, oil, jumper cables, change of clothes and a jacket. I've been pretty happy to have it before.
In my work truck I keep a box with a lot more stuff including a backpack that has food, water, ammo and first aid in case I have to hike home. The box has a small shovel, antifreeze, water, oil, jumper cables, change of clothes and a jacket. I've been pretty happy to have it before.
5/10/2012 1:25:45 AM
Originally Posted By SCW:
Nice. I keep a 50cal ammo can in each car with a few essentials, but a lot lighter on food than you are with your bag. Mine are mostly fire-starters, basic first aid, hard candy for the kids and a few toiletries. My youngest child is not even a year old, so the odds of us hiking very far without a lot of gear are slim. My kit is intended to bridge the gap between breakdown and rescue.
In my work truck I keep a box with a lot more stuff including a backpack that has food, water, ammo and first aid in case I have to hike home. The box has a small shovel, antifreeze, water, oil, jumper cables, change of clothes and a jacket. I've been pretty happy to have it before.
Nice. I keep a 50cal ammo can in each car with a few essentials, but a lot lighter on food than you are with your bag. Mine are mostly fire-starters, basic first aid, hard candy for the kids and a few toiletries. My youngest child is not even a year old, so the odds of us hiking very far without a lot of gear are slim. My kit is intended to bridge the gap between breakdown and rescue.
In my work truck I keep a box with a lot more stuff including a backpack that has food, water, ammo and first aid in case I have to hike home. The box has a small shovel, antifreeze, water, oil, jumper cables, change of clothes and a jacket. I've been pretty happy to have it before.
I love the 50cal cans for my "car/truck kits" as they are super strong and waterproof.
5/10/2012 8:05:46 AM
Originally Posted By USA-Shooter:
I love the 50cal cans for my "car/truck kits" as they are super strong and waterproof.
Originally Posted By SCW:
Nice. I keep a 50cal ammo can in each car with a few essentials, but a lot lighter on food than you are with your bag. Mine are mostly fire-starters, basic first aid, hard candy for the kids and a few toiletries. My youngest child is not even a year old, so the odds of us hiking very far without a lot of gear are slim. My kit is intended to bridge the gap between breakdown and rescue.
In my work truck I keep a box with a lot more stuff including a backpack that has food, water, ammo and first aid in case I have to hike home. The box has a small shovel, antifreeze, water, oil, jumper cables, change of clothes and a jacket. I've been pretty happy to have it before.
Nice. I keep a 50cal ammo can in each car with a few essentials, but a lot lighter on food than you are with your bag. Mine are mostly fire-starters, basic first aid, hard candy for the kids and a few toiletries. My youngest child is not even a year old, so the odds of us hiking very far without a lot of gear are slim. My kit is intended to bridge the gap between breakdown and rescue.
In my work truck I keep a box with a lot more stuff including a backpack that has food, water, ammo and first aid in case I have to hike home. The box has a small shovel, antifreeze, water, oil, jumper cables, change of clothes and a jacket. I've been pretty happy to have it before.
I love the 50cal cans for my "car/truck kits" as they are super strong and waterproof.
They are good for gear you won't have to hump. Just remember to have a backpack or other means to move the essentials should you have to vacate.
