Harbor Freight Bug Out Bag!

We go to Harbor Freight and see what kind of survival gear we can put together for a Bugout Bag or Get Home Bag. #Harborfreight #Bugoutbag #Survival

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[alcmantyrtaeus]

One of the Harbor Freight tools most people overlook is the fencing pliers. It's a hammer, wire cutters, pliers, and can be used for some other things as well.

[bluesteel]

Dont forget a pensil sharpener..works good on small twigs for Kindling. Been doing this for 41 years during hunting season.

[TourPace]

A tip I picked up when living in an extremely rural area was to keep a small foldable scooter (man-powered, not electric) in the back of your vehicle. If you get stranded, that little scooter will make the difference between being caught out after dark and making it to a place where your cell phone will work. Also extremely useful in the (rare) case an EMP. They take up virtually no space and are very affordable.

[thegreyghost]

Perhaps one of a prepper's most important but often overlooked skills, is the ability to improvise.

[chrissewell]

One item that H. F. sells, that is a great survival tool, is a "Speedy Stitcher" (knock off) sewing tool. But you can hand sew / repair heavy canvas, tent sails, leather, boots, sleeping bags, clothing, etc. I use mine several times a year, making repairs around the house.

[JohnSmith-kieq]

Zip Tie tip I learnt from AVE, open your zip tie pack by making a small ( about 1 inch ) hole in the middle of the pack, that way your ties will stay secure in the pack rather than spilling out and all over the inside of your bag, which is what seems to happen when you open the pack at the end.

[kfeltenberger]

A most excellent idea! Thanks! I've found a lot of good deals there.

You made the comment about "wanting the best"...in an emergency, the items you have are "the best"...if only for the moment.

[jeremymenning]

The Japanese pull saw they sell is a pretty lightweight and versatile option. It isn't as small as a folder but it does the same job and offers both ripping and fine cutting (to help notch and fit).In a pinch works as a personal defense weapon.

[seanhoude]

Yeah, a lot of their stuff is low quality, but for certain items, inexpensive works just fine. I too have bought hatchets (keep one in each chainsaw case in the event of getting into a bind), multiple firestarters, nitrile gloves, work gloves (always have at least one pair in my glove compartment), various flashlights and headlamps, tarps, rope, tent stakes, and yes the occasional ammo can. Another favorite of mine are their moving blankets. I keep a black one (my vehicles have black leather interiors) in the back seat of each vehicle to cover any items left inside while continuing shopping, knowing I can always use it as a blanket if stranded on the side of the road in cold weather. Get on their texting list to be alerted to sales. Any of the above can be had for $5 or less if you visit at the right time.

[timothywilliams]

Usually next to the checkout register, they will have the little razor knives with the break-away blades for each one as they get dull. They are really cheap, and will serve a lot of useful cutting tasks. Great video, and I found a lot if useful suggestions in the comments that even I never considered.

[nr]

I got rain suits for my wife and I at harbor freight which I put in my hurricane prep box.

[davidcarter]

As I more or less gracefully age, knee pads have become a game changer.

[davidbonney]

I work for HarborFreight. We do carry job sight back packs, double wall stainless steel tumblers, and large cotton swabs with wooden sticks. Also we sell ponchos rain suits hard hats safety vests tivex suits.

[sarx]

Well done, Sir. While HF may not be the highest rated product around, we all have to know that most of the items we buy at big name brand stores are likely built by the same producers. Nice episode.

[lenholt]

Don't forget dollar general. They have some items that can fill out an impromptu survival kit.

[hedge]

The metal ammo can could be used to boil water.super glue for wound closure, heavy duty gloves, needle nose pliers for working the wire. Always keep cash on you in case card machine is down

[vtexcrsn]

Great video on how to inexpensively set up a survival bag for your car. One extra tip you can save space and add to your bag by putting the Nitrile gloves in a Gallon heavy-duty freezer bag and add a few bags with the gloves. As you know freezer bags can be used for a variety of things as well!

[bigizzysworld]

Nothing wrong with harbor freight. I've been using their stuff for years and never had any problems

[DesolatorMagic]

I have that exact tarp. It's tougher than I thought. Bought 2 and one fell apart from being outside for a year but the other one stood up to hauling firewood and even worse tasks.

[stuckgrenadepin.]

For water filtration you can get three of the plastic ammo cans. Fill each one with the necessary material to filter. Gravel on top, sand in the middle, carbon in the bottom. Cut a hole for drainage to the next can. Open the lids, stack and fill the top container. Harbor freight also often sells stock pots you can use to boil water or make a still from.