My 2022 EDC micro urban essentials kit

This extremely compact Everyday Carry urban pack contains essentials to help get you out of trouble when out of the house. Small enough to carry with you everywhere, clever enough to save the day.

This channel is here to help you find great travel and carry gear on the back of solid and detailed reviews along with years of experience. I also hope to give you ideas and inspiration when it comes to everyday carry gear, travel gear and gadgets, which make life a little bit easier and perhaps more fun.

I welcome any feedback on my videos or the channel in general. Thank you for taking the time to read this.

Product Web Links:

Rolling Square - inCharge6 and TAU Powerbank
Gives 20% discount (single use)

Alpaka Zip Pouch (affiliate link)

Amazon Links:
(these are affiliate links for more information see below)

Contents of this video to help you navigate:

00:00 - Intro
00:15 - The EDC essentials kit
01:21 - Original contents and changes
07:52 - Power bank and cable options
14:45 - New additions
19:42 - Getting it all in the pouch
20:18 - Alternative Alpaka Zip Pouch
21:23 - Up next…

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Comments:

I really appreciate the feedback in the comments - I find it a source of knowledge and inspiration - so thank you to all of you who take the time to contribute. I have recently found that if I continue to respond to all the comments as the number of videos builds, it takes time away from being able to produce new content which would be very counter productive! - so my aim is to read everything I can and reply when I can, after each video goes live, until the next video goes live a week later. I'll see how that works out 😊

All the best Jon Gadget

[diegolainfiesta]

I have come back like 10 times to this EDC/video. Other more tactical channels are just absurd, this kit is one of the best I have seen. I have emulated it +/- personal modifications. Great job!!!

[runeofferdal]

I keep coming back to this. This is easily my favourite EDC kit video on Youtube. It fits the EDC mantra of "the best equipment for any situation is the one you have with you" perfectly.

[OldGuy]

Finally, a sensible guide to EDC that doesn't require a full MOLLE pack. Most of the EDC vids out there go heavy and bulky so as to require a bag. There are very few vids, like this one, that help put together realistic EDC. Thank you.

[paulwoerks]

This is handsdown the best no bullshit EDC I‘ve seen so far. Such useful stuff! Thank you very much your EDC is honestly perfect to me

[dannyv]

of all the EDC channels I have found I love how much detail you go into as to why you choose the products you choose I can't wait to see your other kits. Thanks for the idea's !

[poppavein]

The tweezers in your swiss army knife will work just fine for ticks. Just don't use so much pressure that the head comes off.

[Saint_S]

Finally someone who is not only doing a UK-centric EDC but also using common sense as to what to include. Too many EDC fans seem to hope they'll need to become Rambo one day, rather than simply having to sort a mundane problem by having a realworld solution to hand. The only other bits I have in my urban kit are a couple of individualy sealed compressed towel tablets and I also favour the KableCARD - whilst the overall footprint is larger, it is thinner and less chunky, so I can fit it into my mini pouch.

One last comment, as you have mentioned the Topo Design Accesory pouch (micro) is now impossible to get in the UK and the EU; however, the replacement idea (Alpaka) is also proving to be problematic and the seller you link to wants to charge nearly the same price as the pouch for postage! If anyone has any other suggestions, UK based, with a similar footprint, it would be great to hear them!

Keep the great work - excellent delivery, information and channel.

[fugue_state]

I'm never sure why these types of kits contain a bic lighter rather than a clipper. As any recreational smoker knows, the clipper is refillable, you can replace the flint and the flint holder can be removed as an additional dibber/poker for when needed.

[chrischarlton]

I would add a sandwich/freezer bag - the really thin type. It will keep everything dry, can be used as a glove, as a poo bag, and also hold a ltr or water 👍

[runeofferdal]

I love this kit. I commute by train several days a week, and a kit very much like this (slightly bigger) is now always in my laptop backpack.

An observation about the zip tie of the mini BIC lighter: Be sure to choose the correct size. I first chose a zip tie that was one size too narrow, and it actually did not block the movement of the button completely. I rather went for a size that just barely fit, and had to be slightly forced to fit. The nice thing about that is that the zip tie do not have to be completely snug. I pulled it tight around the body of the lighter, and then slid it up and nudged it in place. That way you do not have to cut the zip tie to use the lighter, as it can be slid down on the body to use and then up again to block the button again.

[maxlvledc]

That tic remover! 100% picking one up...sooo many good ideas to think through. The pouch I would use is the Niteize waterproof wallet pouch.

[brbdennis]

A whistle would be a great addition. I myself don't know how to whistle loudly, if I ever need to call someone far away I wouldn't be able to, and if you know how to but is injured in some sort of way, a whistle can be a life saver.

[CompassCustomCreations]

Sir, I am only just now finding your channel. Your style is excellent! You give relevant information along with your opinion in a no nonsense direct way. Highly entertaining and informative! Thank you.

[stevenrogers]

You sir, deserve more subscribers. Your content, including delivery, are 10/10 in my opinion.

[nigelh]

This is a great idea, Jon. Whether I buy the pack you suggested or get my own. Then fill it with some of your suggested items + ones for my own needs. I guess the trick is to focus on essentials and not let it get too heavy or too big. Thanks

[tass]

Sugru is a moldable fixit that turns solid after molding. New handle, button, phone stand, corner gaurds... Really genius mcgyver type stuff. Great vid ty!

[Solaar_Punk]

I don't know where I'd be without my midnight manager. Good to see them get a mention as useful edc items. 👍

[DracoWolfsbane]

Hi, although I did not use the same pouch as you, this idea still transfers I believe. I swapped out the small piece of Paracord on my zip pull to the Paracord that has the fire tinder core inside. Just one more discreet source of fire extender that takes up no extra room than before! Hope this idea is of use to anyone.

[aarons]

As always, another wonderful video! I’m definitely considering adding the self-amalgamating tape, high powered magnet and SAK Manager to my EDC kit and/or pouch. I absolutely love your videos! They’re extremely intriguing and very informative! Your explanations as to what each item is and their possible uses is invaluable! Thank you! Cheers!

[masterkhool]

Excellent video, as always.
Just now I was about to put together my EDC, and this video has come to me at the right time.
Greetings from Chile