There is a plethora of info out there about BOB’s, BUG’s and other really cool sounding 3 letter prepper acronyms so I won’t waste your time re-hashing old intel. I do however want to bring your attention to a very important piece of kit in the CO inventory: the Vehicle Kit. Now whether you keep a fully stocked BOB or a minimalist pack in your go-buggy is irrelevant, just be aware that having something available when you need it is the essence of survival. I will tell you what I keep in my vehicles and WHYand you good folk can take it from there.
I am not a believer in keeping weapons stashed in your vehicle, for two reasons: safety and theft. I think weapons belong ON YOUR PERSON, at least a pistol or two anyways. The old adage being “A Pistol is to fight your way to your rifle, your rifle is to fight your way to something belt fed.” Don’t overdo it on ammo and mags either…3 mags plus one in the gun would suffice.
In my experiences, most people that keep BOB’s in their vehicle over-look the obvious and have absolutely no supplies to help you in the event of a mechanical breakdown. The most important things to have in a VK are things to keep your vehicle MOBILE. Spare belts, hoses, clamps, gloves, water and a multi-tool are a good start. The little portable air compressors that plug into your cigarette lighter are pretty handy too. A set of road flares is also a good ideal. Keeping your Trauma kit updated is always smart. I know of a case where this helped save the life of a man who was bleeding to death on the side of the road after a nasty rollover accident and a CO good samaritan came along, applied Quickclot, an Israeli bandage and pressure and at a high rate of speed, got him to the nearest ER.
So keep it practical people and Stay Dangerous.
Good advice. I think this is the first “list” of this sort that I have 100% covered (even the spare serpentine belt). I know the contents of my trunk and glove box so well that I did not even have to look (patting self on back now…). And make darn sure your spare tire Car Jack is sturdy and actually works. I had to help a lady and her daughter (with child) out last week because their VW Jack collapsed on them (nobody was hurt luckily). And their flashlight went dead (had that covered, too). BTW, a cell phone screen just isn’t enough light – they tried it.
Good advice on the jack…I would actually urge most folks to spend the $ and replace the dinky car jack in most cars….the $ you spend will save you a big headache later!
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The chances that you will be at home when the SHTF are slim -Are you ready when away from home?
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I am not a believer in keeping weapons stashed in your vehicle, for two reasons: safety and theft. I think weapons belong ON YOUR PERSON, at least a pistol or two anyways. The old adage being “A Pistol is to fight your way to your rifle, your rifle is to fight your way to something belt fed.” Don’t overdo it on ammo and mags either…3 mags plus one in the gun would suffice.