Bug Out Bag System

Backpack

  1. Direct Action Gear Dragon Egg 25L+ Backpack https://eu.directactiongear.com/en/dragon-egg-mkii-backpack.html
  2. Direct Action Gear Halifax Medium Backpack https://eu.directactiongear.com/en/halifax-medium-backpackr.html#AGR
  3. Ruck (optional) https://exomtngear.com/products/k2-3500-backpack
  4. Waterproof Cover
  5. Internal Packaging https://www.helikon-tex.com/en_usd/mo-o07-po-pakcell-set-polyester-ripstop.html
Direct Action Gear Dragon Egg MKII
Direct Action Gear Halifax Medium Backpack

Water

  1. Internal 2.5-3L bladder (adds 2.5-3kg to pack)
  2. 2L stainless steel water bottle (can be heated also so needs steel lid) and distillation coil.
  3. Water filter
  4. Water purification tablets

Food

  1. Freeze dried meals (lightweight & compact) https://www.mountainhouse.com/ and https://shop.maryjanesfarm.org/Meat-Meals
  2. Energy bars (home made & freeze)

Cooking Utilities

  1. Stainless Steel Set
  2. Mess Kit https://www.helikon-tex.com/en_eur/me-men-ss-mess-tin-stainless-steel.html

Clothing

  1. Underwear & socks (in compressed waterproof bag)
  2. Poncho
  3. Gloves (General & waterproof)

Hygiene

  1. Soap
  2. Toothpaste
  3. Mouthwash
  4. Tooth picks/floss
  5. Toothbrush
  6. Sanitizer
  7. Nail clippers and file
  8. Toilet paper
  9. Field Towel https://www.helikon-tex.com/en_eur/tw-ftl-po-field-towel-large.html

Medical

  1. IFAK
  2. Prescription Medications (3 months supply)
  3. Short Term Supplements
  4. Insect Repellent
  5. Sun Block

Shelter

  1. Space Blanket https://www.amazon.com/Grabber-Original-Emergency-Survival-Blanket/dp/B07CT8DMPW
  2. Tarp https://www.helikon-tex.com/en_eur/po-stp-po-supertarp.html
  3. Tent

Fire

  1. Waterproof matches
  2. Gas lighter
  3. Magnesium flint
  4. Fire Starters
  5. Magnifying Glass

Communications

  1. Emergency radio
  2. 2-way radios
  3. Burner phone
  4. Satellite phone
  5. Signal Mirror
  6. Whistle
  7. Laser (high powered laser pointer)

Security

  1. Mini Drone (DJI Mavic Series or Phantom Series)
  2. Additional batteries
  3. Car charger (can use with solar)

Navigation

  1. GPS unit https://buy.garmin.com/en-NZ/NZ/outdoor-recreation/hiking_handhelds/c12520-c12521-p1.html
  2. Compass
  3. Maps

Lighting

  1. Glow Sticks (mixed colours including infra-red)

Visual

  1. Gen 3 IR Night Vision https://www.flir.com/products/pvs-14/
  2. Thermal Imaging https://www.flir-direct.com/ (model will depend on budget)
  3. Binoculars
  4. Monocular

Tools & Accessories

  1. Knife (Fixed Blade) https://eu.directactiongear.com/en/dusk-tactical-knife.html#CBR or http://www.gerbergear.com/Activity/Tactical/LMF-II-Knife_22-41400
  2. Knife (Folding)
  3. Multi-Tool https://www.gerbergear.com/Multi-Tools/Butterfly-Opening/Truss-MOLLE-Compatible-Sheath_31-003306
  4. Folding Shovel http://www.gerbergear.com/Equipment/Spades-Shovels/E-Tool_05942
  5. Tomahawk http://www.gerbergear.com/Cutting-tools/Axes/Downrange-Tomahawk_30-000715
  6. Breaching Tool http://www.gerbergear.com/Equipment/Breaching-Tools/Ding-Dong_30-000790
  7. Machete http://www.gerbergear.com/Cutting-tools/Machetes/Gator-Bolo_31-002076
  8. Folding Saw http://www.gerbergear.com/Cutting-tools/Saws/Myth-Folding-Saw_31-001167
  9. Duct Tape
  10. Electrical Tape
  11. Paracord/survival cord
  12. Zip ties
  13. Can Opener (could be part of mult-tool)
  14. Roll Up Tool Kit https://www.aliexpress.com/i/32967222249.html

Miscellaneous

  1. Cash (notes and coins)
  2. Safety sunglasses
  3. Essential documents (waterproof bag)
  4. Gas Mask

Electronics

  1. Waterproof Power Bank https://www.amazon.com/Techsmarter-Waterproof-Delivery-Portable-Flashlight/dp/B07P92ZXZD
  2. Folding Solar Panel

Weapons Systems

(Restricted Firearm States/Countries)

  1. Pistol (9mm Glock, Sig, H&K ) and other reliable models.
  2. Shotgun 12G Pump Action or Semi Auto
  3. AR-7 .22 Survival Rifle
  4. Long Range Bolt Action Rifle

(Non-Restricted Firearm States/Countries)

  1. AR-15/AR Pistol or Short Barrel Rifle (SBR) may work best in bug out situation
  2. Pistol (9mm Glock, Sig, H&K ) and other reliable models.
  3. Shotgun 12G Semi-Auto or Pump Action
  4. AR-10 Longer Range Harder Hitting Semi Auto
  5. Long Range Bolt Rifle
  6. AR-7 .22LR Survival Rifle
  7. Optional Suppressors/Silencers for the above weapons

Non lethal

(Some or all may be restricted in some States/Countries)

  1. Pepper spray
  2. Taser
  3. 12G rubber shotgun rounds
  4. Baton
  5. Walking stick

Accessories

  1. Chest Rig
  2. Plate Carries
  3. Battle Belt

(See more details in Tactical Loadout)