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EDC Dump

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EDC Dump

I was asked to show what I carry in my EDC through this "EDC Dump" post.  I will break down the contents of my EDC bag , my mini organizer, my kits and my Pocket dump.  Ultimately your EDC is made up of everything you carry on you on a daily basis to be used in the case of any emergency.

My Pocket Dump

What you carry on your person is truly your first line of protection in a survival or emergency situation.  I always make sure to have a few basics on my person at all times, in case I am not near my bag or automobile, this is my pocket dump.

  1. 40 cal Smith and Wesson Shield
  2. 2 Back up Mags, one in my pocket and one in a Snagmag (21 rounds total)
  3. A folding pocket knife (Gerber or Benchmade)
  4. A bandanna
  5. Mini Survival Card (In my wallet)
  6. Tactical Pen
  7. Cash: ($100 in small bills)
  8. Small Flint in my wallet as a fire starter
  9. A couple water Purification pills
  10. Gerber Mini tool on my key chain
  11. Paracord Bracelet
  12. Casio Pro Trek Watch
  13. Cell Phone with protected Document features through Apps ( Future post coming)

Outlaw Sling Bag Dump- EDC Bag Of Choice

EDC Dump

Contents Of EDC Dump

  1. Lifestraw
  2. mini-organizer by Maxpedition Fatty (See Content List Below)
  3. Sol Survival kit- (See Item List Below)
  4. Ham Radio
  5. 100 feet Paracord
  6. Paracord Spool Tool
  7. Lighter
  8. Note Book
  9. Mechanics Gloves
  10. Back up Power source
  11. Body Glide
  12. Phone Charger
  13. Computer Charger
  14. Mac Laptop
  15. Yellow Note Pad and files for work
  16. SOL Emergency Blanket
  17. Pepper spray
  18. Survivor Thumb Drive
  19. Mini Crow Bar
  20. Leather Man Multi tool
  21. Condor Shemagh
  22. Outlaw Sling Bag by 3V Gear

SOL Survival Kit List-

sol kit 1 - Sewing Needle, #7, Darner

Survival Instructions

1 - 62 Lifesaving Tools & Techniques

Survival Tools

  • Aluminum Foil, Heavy Duty, 3 Sq. Ft.
  • Combination Knife, LED Light & Whistle
  • Compass, Button, Liquid Filled
  • Fire Lite™ Fire Striker
  • 4 - Fish Hook, #10
  • Fishing Line
  • Safety Wire, Stainless Steel, (6 ft of 0.020")
  • Signal Mirror, Rescue Flash™
  • 2 - Snap Swivel, Size 12
  • 2 - Split Shot, Tin B

  • Tinder Quick™

Maxpedition Min-Organizer List

  1. Water proof matches
  2. Benchmade Folding knife
  3. mini zip ties
  4. Water Purification Tablets
  5. Radiation Tablets
  6. Mini First aid kit
  7. Spork
  8. Alka-seltzer
  9. Fisher Space Pen
  10. Ducktape
  11. Flint and Steel
  12. Survival Whistle
  13. Leatherman Mini Multi Tool
  14. Mini screwdriver set
  15. Headlamp
  16. Extra AA Batteries
  17. Sani Alcohol wipes
  18. Bandana
  19. N95 Mask x 2
  20. Rain Proof Notebook
  21. Gum
  22. Ant- Diarrhea Pills
  23.  Small Wrapped Tissue paper
  24. Small Zip Lock Bags
  25. Back up house keys

Final Thoughts

I think it's safe to say that it's amazing how much useful gear a person can carry with relative ease.  My 3v Gear Outlaw Sling holds everything in place and is incredibly comfortable to carry.  Between my bag and my pockets I have enough gear to get home safely.  It is important that you don't just collect gear, you need to also practice with it as often as possible.Training is preparing!

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3V Gear- The Outlaw Sling Review

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3V Gear-The Outlaw Sling Review

3v-gear-outlaw-sling-pack-reviewI found 3V Gear a few months ago and I have been really excited to try out some of their gear.  3v Gear has branded themselves as making rough and tough American made tactical gear at an affordable price since they have "cut out the middle man".  As a prepper this sounds fantastic right?  However, preppers often get weary of the "cheaper" or  "low cost" gear in the fear that it will fail us in an emergency  or it will turn out to be a waste of money. Preppers hate wasting money as that just slows down their ability to reach their preparedness goals.   So I couldn't resist the opportunity to put some of their gear to the test and  write a review that could possibly answer some of these concerns for other preppers.  When I went to their website to look at their products I choose to write a review of 3V Gear's Out law Sling.  I am always searching for a better EDC bag, so I opted to use their sling as my new EDC for a month or two in order to really put this bag to the test.  I want to answer the question is this bag really an affordable option for preppers, who want excellent gear but at a savings?My plan of attack for this review is simple, I am going to use this bag every day for a few months and see how it holds up to daily use and abuse. To get this process started I  am going to start with my initial out of the box review of this product, then I will write a few follow up reviews about how the bag is holding up to my tests. I will also write a post offering a complete breakdown of  what EDC gear I carry in my Outlaw Sling. So please follow along here on my blog or follow me on Twitter or  Facebook to get updates on this field test!

3v Gear Outlaw Sling: Bullet Point Review

  • American made good quality product
  • Just the right size for an EDC Bag or Get Home Bag
  • Great pockets for manageable organization
  • Very comfortable to carry
  • Has great Molle straps (Modular Lightweight Load-carrying Equipment.)
  • Has the ability to use a Hydration bladder
  • This bag is affordable but tough!
  • The design is well thought out
  • One bad ass bag!

3V Gear's Outlaw Sling: Out Of The Box Review

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The Outlaw Sling First Impressions:

I am surprised right away by the quality of the fabric, molle and zippers, they all appear to be sturdy and well built.  For a bag at such an affordable price I was assuming that some corners must have been cut, but from the first look this bag looks rather solid.  The bag is compact but offers you a lot of pockets to organize your gear for easy access on the go.  I find bags that have too many pockets to be frustrating when I am in a rush or in need of gear on the go. I want a bag that allows me to access my gear with ease and accuracy.  This Outlaw Sling is big enough to carry all your basic gear along with a few things for the office, but is also still small enough to make sure you choose your gear wisely.  This is important for a few reasons:

Why smaller bags are better:

  1. Helps to make sure you don't carry a lot of gear, but rather you carry the right gear
  2. Whatever you pack you carry, so don't weigh yourself down with un needed items
  3. Fewer items means you can organize and retrieve items with less struggle
  4. The tighter the fit to your body the better your mobility will be

Like most preppers, I own a few bags used for different reasons, and as a hunter I abuse the heck out of my gear on my trips.  My first impression is that this bag was extremely well thought out and built.  The bag provides pockets with molle straps on the inside so you can keep important gear in one spot and assessable.  On the interior of the bag it offers deep open compartmentalized pockets for you to store different objects in that might not move around as much as others.  But it also offers a mesh pocket that zips up to help your loose odds and ends stay in one spot.  The mesh allows you to see into the pocket making the retrieval of critical gear easy.  Behind the mesh pocket there is a deep pocket with a buckle cinch strap, again allowing you to tighten down on gear that you don't want moving around in your pack. ( Please reference to the pictures above)The bag also comes with an exterior cinch strap that wraps around the outside of the pack that allows you tighten your gear together.  This is an important feature for two reasons:

  1. It pulls the gear inside the bag together and prevents extra movement.  This means the bag won't be moving around as much when you wear it.  This allows for a more comfortable fit and helps you to create less noise  from random gear banging together inside the bag.
  2. This strap also creates another handle on the exterior of the bag for you to grab the bag in a hurry

I really appreciate this strap on the bag, I believe it really makes a difference in how the bag rides on my back when moving quickly.  The bag also has an additional cross strap you can use that attaches to the sling strap it's self, but this might only be needed if your running.  But don't worry about this extra strap as 3V Gear has a tiny pocket on the bottom of your pack where you can tuck this strap in and make it go away until it's needed. Great thinking!If I had to be critical of one feature of this bag, it would have to be the water bottle pocket on the exterior of the bag.  It is not a one size fits all pocket.  It is meant to fit only certain sized water bottles like this one: This is a bummer if you already have water bottles and don't want to buy another one, however this is not a total bummer as the bag gives you options.  The first option is to buy a hydration bladder and then you wont have to worry about carrying a water bottle at all.  If you opt to buy the hydration bladder you can use the water bottle pocket as a dump pocket.  You can place extra magazines, extra survival gear in a plastic bags for quick access, or even stuff it with rain gear or a tarp.  The pocket has a cinch on it, so you can close the top and keep your extra gear from falling out of that pocket.I guess it's fair to say that this bag is pretty bad ass!  I am loving using this bag and can't wait to see how its holding up next month!  The bag is now full of my EDC gear, and it still allows me to store my Mac laptop and a few files for the office.  It's size helps it sit discreetly under my desk, and makes it a breeze to take with me where ever I go.  My first impression of the 3V Gear Outlaw Sling is simple, I think I  just found the perfect and affordable EDC Bag!

3V Gear- Affordable Prepper Products

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3V Gear- Affordable Prepper Gear

I love 3V Gear for their products and for their mission statement.  The entire company is about cutting out the middle man and making bad ass tactical products for amazing prices!  Preppers and outdoor types are gear crazy and have all suffered from cheap gear breaking down when they needed it the most.  The philosophy  should be to buy gear right and to buy it only once!  It's true that one's skill set and quality of gear can be the determining factors in a survival situation.  Knowing all of these things and admitting them here for the entire world to see, I still feel 100% comfortable recommending 3V Gear to you.  Now let me tell you why I am so confident in their very affordable line of  gear and why its good for preppers and hunters alike.First lets look at their company promise and how they describe themselves on their website:

The 3V Gear Promise:

"We promise to provide quality products and superior service. All of our gear is vigorously tested and
abused in various climates and conditions from mountains to war zones. This ensures you receive a quality
product you can depend on. Wherever your life story will take you, 3V Gear will be by your side... or
on your back, either way we will be with you."

About The 3V Gear Company:

PC Version"We are a small company growing rapidly. We specialize in outdoor items that are intended for shooting sports, hunting, hiking, camping, adventures, military, police, security, survival and tactical uses. We work hard to get the lowest prices possible but continue to offer exceptional quality products. We achieve this by finding our own factories for the procurement of our products which allows us to avoid many of the middle men that is often times associated with obtaining inventory of items.We take great pride in the products we design and manufacture and we would not be caught selling anything we would not use ourselves. 3V Gear products are designed to blend functionality and comfort with rugged good looks at an affordable price. 3V Gear stands behind every product with a limited lifetime warranty, bringing you an industry standard for quality, value and customer service."Not PC Version"We have the best products, pure and simple. And we care about the organic soy lattes, baby penguins, and skim milk...not. Look, this is how the magic happens at 3V Gear:1) We find a cool product we like and use2) We make it better...'Merica3) We comb our mustaches4) We yell expletives and wave our middle finger to third parties who add no value to the supply chain but increase the cost to the consumer (you)5) We sell our better product to you for cheap.6) We go to sleep on a hand-made mahogany bed with cedar inlays that is draped with an American Flag blanket which Nanna made for a college graduation present.7) We sleep good at night knowing we provided a superior product at superior prices to help people achieve their dreams.8) 'Merica!" It is hard not to get excited to buy one of their products after reading this mission statement! However, as we all know it takes more than fancy writing to survive an emergency, so I pushed on to learn even more about them..  I found out they make everything from sling packs, 72 hour bags, gun cases, and even hydration bladders!  So, like most gear loving males, I bought the lingo and I went in for the first purchase.  I decided to buy one of their products and since I was already in the market for a new gun case, I opted for one of theirs!

3v Gear 3v Gear Gun Case

I ordered a gun case from 3v Gear and I was blown away by the quality.  It is perfect for when I head to the range or on a hunting trip and need to carry multiple guns, magazines, and ammo.  This case is rugged  and holds everything I need to carry to the range. Their description of it says it all:"With plenty of space for 2 long guns and multiple hand-guns the 3V Gear Ranger 36 Padded Double Gun case is the ONE bag that will handle a small arsenal of shooting or hunting gear. Designed with extreme field use in mind, the heavily padded case with padded wrap-around edge guard will protect your finest firearms and stand up to the harshest abuse." This case is American made and it will only cost you the very affordable price of $64.99!

3V Gear: Outlaw Sling Pack

3v-gear   After such a positive experience with 3v Gear products I have decided to try out another product and to do a much more in depth review of it.  I am excited to do a review of one of their Outlaw Sling Packs as seen here on the left.  In my on going search for the best EDC bag I have chosen to look at the Outlaw Sling Pack.  My ideal pack would be one that can hold all of my gear, a few work items, and some water while staying light and organized.  Often times in the past I  have purchased bags with too many pockets or that were too bulky. Sure I could carry a ton of survival supplies but would those bulky heavy bags really do me any good in an emergency situation where I needed to move fast?I need a bag that is going to perform but also help me cut my gear down to only the essential every day gear gear plus a few luxury items for urban survival.  After searching I ran into the outlaw sling by 3V Gear and now I am going to put it to the test!I plan to review this bag right out of the box with my first impressions.  Next I am going to pack it full of  my EDC gear and use it every day at work and out and about.  After testing it in the field I  will do another review to let you know how things are holding up and performing. After that review, if the product has nailed it I will give you my final stamp of approval!Check back here for links to the reviews or like us on Facebook or Follow us on Twitter  to be notified when we publish them!Until next time...Stay safe and always share to prepare![RF_CONTEST contest='1524']

Build The Best EDC Bag

Build The Best EDC Bag

Posted on by Photo Source AmazonChoosing the best EDC bag to hold your every day carry items is an important part of your day to day preparedness.  There are many brands, styles, features, and sizes of bags out there, in this article we will help you identify what of these to look for as well as what to avoid when finding the best EDC bag for you.  If you are ready to pick up an EDC bag check out our store below:

Step 1: Picking your EDC List of Items

Whether you are new to the idea of Every Day Carry or someone who has been carrying a kit around for years take this as an opportunity to assess your EDC needs and what the minimum items are that you need to address these.  We cover this in depth in our How To Make An EDC List Article but we will recap here for your reference.  We will do this by performing a EDC List Review by stepping through the following questions.

  • What items do you NEED to carry with you to accomplish your basic daily routine?

These are the basic items that you can’t leave your house without.  It would minimally include a wallet, keys, and phone.  You may require more than this based on where you live or what you do professionally.  Keep this list as minimal as possible, it will be the core of your EDC kit and we will add on from here.

  • What are the threats, risks, and common problems that you are likely to face on a day to day basis?

We covered how to perform a risk assessment in the article we mentioned above (here) but the basics of this are to take a look at your environment and identify what potentially negative events are most likely to occur.  Part of knowing this is to understand what has happened historically in your area as well as keeping apprised of evolving risks around you.  Once you have a list of medium to high probability risks add to this commonly occurring problems in your daily life.  Do you need to frequently open boxes or packages?  Would carrying a knife help you in this?  Is it common for you to be in dark areas or to be out late at night?  Maybe it would be a good idea to start carrying an EDC flashlight (Check out our article here on EDC Flashlights).  What we are looking to address here are items that address common problems and high probability risks.  Think critically about these two elements and be shrewd about what you plan on packing.

  • What could you carry that would be universally useful across many situations?

This follows the methodology of multipurpose survival items we covered here.  What items could you carry that have many uses?  Items like duct tape, paracord, and a multitool fit perfectly into this niche.  Is there anything that you can add to your every day carry bag that fits this profile?

  • What items do you want to carry to assist with a low probability/high impact situation you may have to face?

These items are ones that are nice to have but not things that you hope to have to use except in extreme circumstances.  They may include egress tools such as a seatbelt cutter/window breaker for escaping vehicles, a spare handcuff key, or a pry tool for forcing doors open.  Think about low probability events with a high, negative impact that you could greatly improve your survivability by having a simple tool. 

Choosing your EDC Items

Carefully consider the questions above when crafting your EDC list.  Keep in mind that you are not striving to solve every problem or cover every possibility with your EDC kit, for that you will want a full Bug Out Bag.  Keep your EDC kit as streamlined as possible.  If your intention is to carry these items with you EVERY DAY you do not want a bloated list of gear that you carry around and never use.

Step 2: How Big Should Your Best EDC Bag Be?

After determining your ideal every day carry list figuring out the best EDC bag size to contain it is relatively straight forward.  I suggest finding the smallest bag you can that can fit all your items.  Start with measuring the largest item.  Its size will be the minimum dimensions of your EDC bag.  Also consider if you will be adding any items on a occasional basis to your EDC kit such as rain gear, water bottles, food, documents, or anything else you will be carrying as the need arises.  You will want extra space or the option of modular additions through a MOLLE system or other method to fit these occasional items.  EDC bags come in many styles and sizes, from a small organizer pouch that can fit into a cargo pocket up to 30 liter backpacks.  Anything larger than this is moving into Get Home or Bug Out Bag territory.  If you require a bag larger than 30L, you either have some BIG EDC items to carry or may want to re-examine your EDC list.

Step 3: What is the Best EDC Bag Style for You?

There are many types of bags used for Every Day Carry purposes.  The most common EDC bag styles are:

EDC Organizer Pouch

An EDC Organizer Pouch is the smallest style of EDC bag.  This is for people who have too many items to simply carry in their pants pockets but not enough to require a pack.  EDC organizer pouches typically:

  • Are 1 liter or less in volume
  • Have many interior pockets, hooks, and webbing for organizing EDC gear
  • Have Molle attachment points for integration into larger kits
  • Fit in a cargo pocket or are worn on a belt

Common EDC items that are stored in an EDC organizer pouch include:

EDC Lumbar Pack

EDC- The Best Everyday Carry Bag Breakdown & Check list

Maxpedition Jumbo VersipackWhat Is An Everyday Carry Bag

An EDC, (everyday carry) is exactly that, a bag you carry with you where ever you go on a daily basis.  The bag shown here is made by Maxpedition and comes in a ton of colors including tactical black or Army green.  I chose a color that would blend in more in an urban everyday environment. This way you can go about your day without drawing attention to the fact that you are carrying around survival gear.  The bag should hold and organize your equipment but still be small enough to keep on you through out your daily routine.  This is not your ultimate survival bag but it should be sufficient enough to get you through until you get to your "Get Home Bag" or "Bug out Bag".

Suggested EDC Contents:

Maxpedition Fatty Pocket OrganizerThis is the Maxpedition Fatty Pocket Organizer.  This is a great item to have in your EDC, Bug out bag, or your Get Home Bag to help organize your vital tools and essential equipment. I have one in each of my bags, so no matter what happens I have multiples of every essential tool.  Lets say you leave your bag in your office and something happens and your forced to head home without returning to your office, it would be nice to know that you have the same gear stored in your get home bag in your car.  Build one and see where you want to go from there.  I recommend that you change or tweak each pocket organizer slightly due to the bag its in.  For example, in my EDC and Get Home bag I might put some tools in there that are better suited in Urban environments like bump keys, or a mini hack saw to cut metals etc. Where as, my bug out bag, might be more heavily geared towards remote survival needs and more long-term functionality in the outdoors.  Again all of this depends on what it is you are preparing for and or the environment you live in on a daily basis.  

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Suggested Contents For your Maxpedition Organizer:

Suggested Contents for Your EDC Bag- For The Office

  • Note Book
  • CRKT Space Pen or Uzi Tactical pen
  • Flash drive aka pen drive or stick
  • Your medication/ Bayer back and body/ allergy meds
  • Small, basic first aid kit:  Band aid’s, Neosporin, Antiseptic wipes
  • Cell Phone/charger: maybe a solar charger
  • Wallet with Id, bank card, cash
  • Gum, or jolly ranchers ( A good sugar rush or spirit lifter)
  • Ipad 
  • Energy bars
  • Lunch /water bottle
  • Dried Juice Mix- Gatorade or MRE Juice packs
  • Gun and 2 extra magazines for protection. ** NOTE: This assumes legal concealed carry compliance**
  • Pepper Spray
  • Maxpedition Fatty Organizer or Mini Organizer
  • Gloves 
  • local street map and state map