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Does anyone here carry a bushcraft/wild camping bag when they go shooting innawoods? I've been putting together a kit that I plan on using tac ties to strap it to a chest rig. Being pretty new to the gun world I don't really know where to start with rigs.
Wanna rate my gear?
Ive taken it on a couple overnights, but I want input to what I could adjust to make my pack a bit better. A few things I am going to add from the experience I had on the over nights.
-even though I live in FL I still need some kind of insulation in my hammock. I'm thinking an under quilt or some type of blanket. I'd rather just bring my picnic blanket cause it's one side fleece and the other is waterproof.
-Yo-Yo mechanical fishers and speedhooks.
-Gaiters.
-Maybe a Firebox but I'm still on the fence on this one.
Not pictured:
Rothco Waterbottle Carrier
Stanley Headlamp 3xaaa
I'm not going to list this kit in any particular order:
- IFAK (R.A.T. Maxpedition Wallet)
- Tool Kit (Ferrorod-Lighter-Lighting-Whistle-Riteinrain-Watch-Boker Oilpen-Sharpie-Compass-DC4-Thermometer)
- Tarp in Drybag
- Maxpedition Rollypolly Extreme Backpack
- Gtg Fatboy (Once I break camp I like to go light when I'm hunting/fishing)
- Woolrich Safari hat
- GSI SS cup
- Merino gloves
- 3 emergency ration rice packs
- Blue Desert Hydration system for SS Guyot Nalgene
- Nalgene Guyot SS 38oz.
- Guyot SS 32 oz.
- Frogg Toggs Light Poncho wrapped in Bungicord
- Grand Trunk Ultralight Hammock
- Rope
- Two Point Sling
- Bahco Folding Saw
- Bk16 in leather pocket sheath
- Bk14 & Flashlight in leather pocket sheath
I plan on buying a Ruger GP100 in .357 and a Ruger 77/357 for woods use. This is in February. At the same time I'm going to buy a Vepr in 7.62x54r but this will be too heavy for anything more than 3 day trips.
There's a patch of molle webbing where I can slap this thing on a chest rig, in case anyone was wondering how I would do that.
>>28022708
II want to get some slav gear for both airshit and innawoods. Should I get a 6b45 like pic or a korund? Also a 6b47 helmet or maybe something else?
You may want to add some packages of electrolyte replacement like CeraSport to your list.
Also add a 2'x2' or 4'x'4' section of cheesecloth for pre-screening water before it goes in your filter hose. You can fold it over and put it over the inlet for your filter and it keeps the larger flotsam and jetsam from fouling it.
Extra good quality socks and footpowder are always important even if you "think" you are only going out for a day or two.
Always bring a carabiner rated for more than 600 lbs if you bring rope. You can wrap a length of rope around a tree but and then hook a carabiner to it allowing you a frictionless (well.. reduced friction) surface to run another rope through for heaving, hauling or whatever.
Spare batteries for your primary light source.
Bug spray is always recommended especially in mosquito prone states.
OTC painkillers that work for you.
Consider carrying one or two quick lighting fuel pellets. There is nothing worse than being caught in the torrential rain with all the wood soaked and you are cold, miserable and trying to start a fire the old fashioned way. Quick lighting and save your life.
>>28022792
I didn't post this why you trollin my thread
>>28022817
Thank you for the advice on the electrolyte supplements and the better carabiner. I open up my IFAK or the tool kit but I have spare batts for both my headlamp and flashlights. I'll go buy some gold bond and a better strength carabiner (mines a cheap 150lbs SS for my bear bag), the pain pills will be a good idea and I might throw in some strong antihistamines now that I think of it. I have a bandana that I can strain deposits with and I have recently purchased four pairs of smart wool socks. Thanks for the support bro.
>>28022708
get a dirty water bag and a filter
I like that your gear is pointed toward normal life, not just REDDAWRNINNAWOODS.
I live in Northern California, so I go out pretty light. I don't have my full kit on me right now, so I can't take pictures.
It centers around my plate carrier. On my plate carrier I have:
>three STANAG pouches
>an IFAK pouch filled with extra 10 round mags, radio, boxes of ammo, whatever else
>at least three sets of earplugs
>rope
>road flare
>two chemlights
>knife
I attached a milsurp camelbak to the back of my plate carrier, and a medium sized waterproof bag to that.
Inside the bag:
>One MRE
>One meal pouch from wise food storage
>gloves
>matches
>lighter
Future acquisitions:
-Small IFAK
I don't bring any sleeping stuff because I usually bring a waterproofed Parka that works just fine as a sleeping bag or a shelter half.
>>28022850
I'm not trolling its a legitimate question? Its a gear thread so I asked a question about gear. I genuinely want to know if I should get it or not. Both vests have soft armor as well as pockets for plates.
>>28022994
Oh sorry bro, op here doesn't know much about that. Lol. Foot in mouth man.
>>28022935
Already thought of that. I use my dry bag once I set up my tarp. I have a bandana on my person to filter mah dirty water. Thanks for the input though. I tried /out/ and got nothing.
>>28022952
Thanks man, I actually bring this thing everywhere. Sometimes the mood strikes me to skip out on going home and cook myself a meal over a fire then swing home. I do feel it's pretty realistic, but I wanna add some type of rig to it for shits and giggles.
>>28022792
my 6b23 is please kill me tier
I feel like a turtle in the thing, and it's a fresh hell to work with chest rigs in it.
>>28023359
dat desert night parka. yours is alot brighter then mine.
>>28023439
it's pretty faded
>>28023465
mine has like one small faded spot.
i got chink shit too
>>28023508
I like that shit bro, what does the back look like and what's it called? Op here.
Put a new handguard on and made a stand out of a cone and some old crutchs.
>>28023525
its a chicom chest rig their are several patterns and they all cost like $10. there is literally no reason to not own one.
>>28023530
Can anyone tell me if you can use the cvc helemt for dismount radios. I'm planning on getting one and don't want to drop 500 on peltors just yet.
>>28023530
What's in the satchels
>>28023552
Left IFAK right side has binos, a big strobe, my unitool, and other odds and ends centered around being an FO. As well as my center zipper behind the mags I keep pens and maps and a big right in the rain in.
>>28023552
candy and condoms
>>28023545
Don't know how well my pack would attach to that.. Pic related.
>>28022708
Dude, those Grand Trunk ultralights are fucking great. They weigh nothing, cost nothing, and are comfy as fuck.
>>28023606
Why do I need either. I don't like candy. I'd rather carry alcohol for moral nigga
>>28023549
>Can anyone tell me if you can use the cvc helemt for dismount radios.
you mean like pic related helmet or something different?
If you have a US Army combat vehicle crewman (CVC) helmet shell and a liner without the standard ear phones it should work. If you have some other style helmet called a CVC I'm not sure without pics.
>>28023646
Thanks man. I bought it as a precursor to my Warbonnnet Blackbird that I want. Thought this would work well until then. I didn't see the value in Most 50-150$ range hammocksI could just save up a touch more and get something that will outlast myself.
>>28023655
What exactly about the standard earphones makes it not work for dismount but yes the us cvc woth the level 3 noodle bucket.
>>28023631
just wear it like a normal backpack it wont interfere with anything.
>>28023647
its not for you, its for your victims
>>28023655
its got a nato connector so i dont see why you couldnt
>>28023686
>What exactly about the standard earphones makes it not work for dismount but yes the us cvc woth the level 3 noodle bucket.
Depending on the model radio you may need an adapter for the plugs. If you are replacing the issue earphones with the peltors they make standard jacks for civilian radios so its not an issue.
Also the CVC is designed to be used with earphones and headsets so no its not a problem.
>>28023693
Oh you so funny haw haw
>>28023508
I'm finding chicom pretty lovable desu senpai.
>>28022708
>Gear Thread
Been waiting a few days to ask this shit.
What do you guys have for cold weather gear? Do you just throw on your LBE and belts over winter coats or what?
Reason I ask is because I am wanting to get a battle belt for range purposes, and I wanna make sure I can actually wear the fucker without freezing.
>>28023736
>>28023736
>>28023751
you can carry two AR mags in every pocket.
>>28023741
Gloves get doubled and a jacket goes under LBE. Camo should change but im too lazy
Nobody really makes insulated LBE
>>28023782
>Nobody really makes insulated LBE
Sure. Does having that extra layer present a problem for retention?
>>28023741
I bought some surplus ECWCS ACU goretex top/bottom a while back that was stained/dirty for $30 total. My area doesn't get much snow and it works for the woods/mud/dirty forests around here.
I can run around in that and a light layer underneath with my kit for a couple of hours without overheating or getting to cold.
>>28023741
Op fl fag here but I was born in WI and that's where my senpai lives. It's pretty basic for myself when I go. Auto wicking base layer (I wear a dickies shirt), insulating layer (wool is my choice), and a waterproof shell works best. Complete with fingerless merino gloves and leather work gloves are enough to help me out. Thick water resistant hat/skullcap and gaiters to keep slush out.
I wrote that in case you didn't have a good idea on what to wear, but in my reason I would just wear your gear where you normally do and just adjust your clothing to the weather like we again, normally do.
>>28023816
>I wrote that in case you didn't have a good idea on what to wear
For living in MN I really don't. If shit gets apocalyptically cold I have a nice Carhartt winter coverall, but that mufugga is so thick and heavy that I rarely break it out.
This is my first winter with AK, and I'm in better health than the previous year, so I want to actually do some fun tactical drills instead of just standing there like a dope inna snow.
>>28023758
It's already been done the in the picture.
>>28023804
Not really, most LBE can expand to fit fat as fuck people so its just letting out a little slack to get a snug fit.
Of course your fingers wont work as well when cold but no gear can help that.
>>28023867
what the fuck does that sentence mean?
i ordered 4 more AR mags and all the shit for my Ifak. i am waiting on blueforce gear to restock their green three mag 10speed pouches.
>>28023895
It means my proof reading is shit.
>Gear thread
Shitty pic inbound. Took this last weekend.
Coupla things:
>yoyo reels
Learn how to use a bank line, and get circle hooks instead of speedhooks. #50 dacron line is cheap, light, and doubles as super-duty sewing shit. The yoyo reels are nice but weigh a ton.
>gaiters
Have you used gaiters before? Are you after snow gaiters, scree gaiters, or general-purpose "I'm tired of my calves constantly being wet/muddy" gaiters? Because there are differences, and each one comes with its own unique difficulties.
>tfw twig so good plate carriers don't fit me
>tfw gotta resort to slav surplus stuff like pic related
>>28023741
My good insulated winter coats are actually jacket-length (one wading jacket since it's a waterfowl parka and one ECWCS layer 7/8 combo) so a battle belt still sits low enough (with a jacket-slot holster) I can get to everything.
Also, come late fall when I can no longer comfortably wear -just- a softshell, I swap to a slick PC and pull out my FLC.
>>28024364
Thanks for the tip on the bank line, I'll look into that. The gaiters are a water and mud issue. Florida likes shitting on us with brush, plus it'll keep water outta my boots.
>>28022708
OP can you post pic of your gear when it is packed? Curious to see it
>>28024892
Here ya go friendo
>>28025157
Lol my pack looks mad bumpy
>>28023655
I have a gentex cvc. What radio do i have to get to plug this fucker in or what conversion cable do i get to use it with like my phone?
>>28022708
Cooking/heating system?
What's a good dump pouch that will work on a 2.25" belt (no molle). And by good I mean cheap chink-tier surplus.
>>28023545
Where do you get em for $10??? I want one for my nam operator loadout
>>28024260
You look like a beast man. How many mags can you fit in that thing?
>>28023909
what brand? where did you get it? price?
Do like brother
>>28025506
the mags are magpul pmags someone gave me a link on /k/ yesterday they were 8.99
the ifak is a hsgi bleeder, i got a TQ,shears, and an israeli bandage. i have other stuff i'm going to stuff in there.
on friday i'm going to order a 762 tactical radio pouch and a baofeng radio with all the fixins
>>28025506
>28025506
and if you mean the PC its a shellback tactical banshee
>>28023741
Something like pic related
>>28024260
Warner...
>>28026226
>yes comrade i am just normal man of grayness
>nothing to see here this is just chest holder for many pencils i need for regular job
>what do you mean it is of 90 capitalist degrees.why do i need to remove my coat?
>>28025209
GSI SS cup and my SS bottles cook my meals. I have a Stanley cooker that nestles into my guyot 32 oz but it just depends on if I'm cooking for more than myself. But usually I've found if someone else is coming I don't really end up using it.
I plan on buying a Vargo 750 ml or something like with a lid, because I like to use my 38 oz SS as my hydration system resevior. But it's squared off so I cant fit my Stanley.
>>28023194
That's really, really awesome. Where do you go to do that? I'd love to, but my area is full of "protect the wilderness" retards and rednecks who will shoot you for coming within ten miles of "muh gubmint proof fortress"(read: half acre with shack).
I take it you mean chest rig? Fuck it, why not? All of my kit stems from my chest rig. My SHTF strategy is much more "extended camping" than "one man SEAL team"; So my setup reflects that. More of an emphasis on mid term living than on combat.
Another thing I try to keep in mind is staying modular. Keep the basic setup and be ready to add on depending on the task.
>>28023741
Not sure how cold you're talking. The coldest it's been here (norcal) when I've gone shooting is about 40 degrees with rain. I wore a fleece, soft shell, chest rig, and waterproofed parka in that order. Kept the parka unzipped with the waist drawstring loosely tied so I could get to my magazines. Not as practical as I'd like, but It worked.
I've been thinming about getting an appropriate camo waterproof smock or cape to throw over my kit just in case.
>>28022708
i have this bag and i will update with the contents.
>>28026843
things not in picture are water bottle, fire starters, MRE's and a brick of ammo
Tac tailor mav and some condor pouches with other unbranded pouches I got from a few surplus stores
>I'm a poorfag
>>28026928
My belt also
>>28026843
how do you like the pack?
>>28026928
Not as poorfag as me.
>condor
>condor
>condor
>condor
>condor
Looks like a good setup. How do you like the tactical tailor?
>>28022708
Right when I got to your BK knives and their set up, I knew right then who you are, lol.
>>28027415
Tac Tailor stuff is gud, especially the Fight Light line.
I've got some of their mag pouches on my Beez Omega
I have these to get rid of ( http://www.ottegear.com/catalog-detail.php?p=15 ),someone interested ?
>>28027900
>$330
fuck that
>>28028334
Of course fuck that, I'll let it go for probably half the price.
>>28028338
>$165
fuck that
>>28028511
150 including shipping, most likely
>>28028604
>150 including shipping, most likely
fuck that
>>28026665
There's an area with a bit of trails enough to get farther back and have my own space. I can still hear cars but it's nice to be on my own where I know no one will fuck with me. A water source nearby... It's a nice set up.
>>28027475
Lol, I tend to post them up in the edc threads and on /out/. But it seems /k/ is more responsive
I still haven't found a good way to pack a rifle on my osprey 60L. I'm hoping to do it without permanent modification. This is how I did it before on a bike ride, but it got in the way of the water pack and rest of my stuff
What chest rigs are these Latvians using?
https://www.flickr.com/photos/latvijas_armija/22366381261/in/album-72157660075045736/
>>28026757
>Not sure how cold you're talking.
Like pic related or colder.
We in Minnesota are lucky to not have the insane winds that NoDak & SoDak have, but holy fuck the last two winters have been the coldest I ever remember. One day last winter I was out blasting away with my 12ga in -25f conditions.
>>28030016
I don't have any experience with anything that cold. I guess you could wear a thermal undershirt, fleece, heavier jacket, and a waterproof poncho(or one of those weird Russian gorka things). That'd keep down on the 'puff' factor and allow you to have your rig on the outside. Or just buy from a company that tactical fatass like to buy from. Condor's MCR1 can be adjusted to XXL if I remember right.
>>28029627
https://www.google.com/search?q=latvian+chest+rig&client=safari&hl=en-us&prmd=isvn&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwja2s6jmLbJAhVJl4gKHVfXBmYQ_AUICCgB#imgrc=VATMohcV9hR4pM%3A
Looks like a better picture of the same thing.
Latvia is the gem of the european backwoods.
>>28025157
Thanks! That pack is really awesome
