Your First Aid Kit SUCKS // This One is Better

👇 GEAR FROM THE VIDEO 👇

-- DRUGS --

-- FIRE --

-- BANDAGES --
Disinfectant wipe
Sterile Pad

-- REPAIR --
Sewing Kit

-- Other Items --

This is my first aid kit that I bring on all my backcountry adventures, including backpacking and hiking. I'm not a medical professional and I highly recommend taking a first aid course so you know how to use these items.
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[JustinOutdoors]

NOTE: I mentioned baby aspirin but the aspirin I carry is actually regular strength (325mg). Baby aspirin is sometimes used as a preventative treatment for some people.

I also highly recommend taking a first aid course.

[jonsanford]

When I took Wilderness First Aid, the instructor recommended not packing a commercial irrigation syringe. His advice was to pack a small ziplock. If you need to irrigate a wound, fill it with water, and use a safety pin or needle (which you should have in the kit anyway), to poke a hole in a corner. It works just as well, and takes up way less space.

Steri-strip, or butterfly bandage is a must. Another hiker fell and broke his glasses. The frame snapped at the bridge and made a small cut between his eyes that bled like crazy. Nothing else would have worked to patch him up for the two mile hike back to his car. Fortunately, he had spare glasses in the car to drive home.

If you carry a Sawyer filter, a spare O ring is a great addition to the repair kit.

[bahjinelson]

I rolled an ankle on a steep hike, about 2 miles from the trailhead on my way down the mountain. My ankle didn't roll inward like it had in the past; it rolled outward, causing me to instantly collapse right on top of it, making it worse. At least I got all my swearing done for the year that day. Now I consider my trekking poles a first aid device.

[craftyandra]

I have to say I really appreciate this. Most YouTube backpacking channels really downplay the need for a proper first aid kit. But for the amount of times I have reached for mine it is totally worth the small weight.

[glenndorsey]

I’ve got most of this stuff in my kit, but I’m going to organize it better. You are without a doubt the most organized person I’ve ever known. Thanks for this content.

[erichobbs]

That is a pretty solid kit. I love the ferro rod idea, since I usually ditch the toothpick because it's utterly useless. For fire starters, I keep a couple of cotton balls soaked in vaseline. They work pretty well in a pinch.

[Psychedelic-giraffe]

One of the best 1st aid kits I've seen! I see a lot of people whose 1st aid kit is 2 plasters and 3 ibuprofen. Some things I would consider adding: vet wrap- basically a streachy, waterproof, reusable bandage that sticks to itself. Invisible plaster/invisible band-aid (essentially skin-safe glue) is great for wounds in awkward areas or hands because you can get it wet and it won't come off like traditional bandage. A syringe with normal size tip can be used to suction out tiny splinters (the ones that you can't get with tweezers)

[kenjifox]

Wow, the one guy that actually talks about useful FAKs.

Everyone else is doing videos on tactical/combat FAKs, with stuff no one is ever going to need or use; as if treating bullet wounds was as common as blisters.

[vmorenojr]

I'm 58, live in Brazil, and have just started backpacking. Thank you so much for your talk! It inspired me to continue practicing and exploring new trails! I was afraid I was too old and actually a little bit discouraged.

[gregboettcher]

Appreciate the thought that went into this video. Definitely not just a "look what's in my first aid kit" video. Nice job

[The_One-Eyed_Undertaker]

You're missing a Triangular Bandage for upper extremity injuries, Ace Bandage for ankle/wrist injuries, Q-tips and superglue for small deeper cuts. Replace Acquatabs for Betadine, which you can use both for wound desinfection AND water purification.

[alphabears]

The problem with those ultra lights is that they are great on trails with replenished post and close to towns and roads. As someone that does bushwhacking and long term living in the woods, those light kits would fail. I know because I tried ultralight before. It did not work for me and for my type of backpacking. But still, great video. Also, CPR - mouth to breathing is not recommended anymore. Chest compression until the emergency service arrives and takes over.

[Emily-cjnc]

I would also suggest writing the expiration dates for the different medications on the outside of the mini baggies as well.

[mortennissov]

For all the medicines, would suggest adding expiration date and dosage on label.

[theoutdoordogandhikinggirl]

That mini firesteel in the Victorinox is awesome! Would love to have one.

[snowyalice]

Things I have in mine, which are important as I'm Australian. Snakebite kit (bandages and a pen to mark where the bite is) and Tick Removal Spray (using tweezers can squeeze ticks and release more toxins). I have a special freezing spray to remove them. Also good for warts.

[Andyb]

Great content. Just one thing, keep your garmin in reach, within your reach (no pun intended) like a zip pant pocket. If you break your back in a fall it’s easier.

[escapetherace]

Pretty similar to mine. Mini multi tool, bandages, leukotape, aspirin+ibuprofen (not taken together but used or given on preference), alcohol wipes, sanitary wipes, thread and needle, antibiotic ointment, tent/clothing patches, gauze, mylar sheet, compass/whistle combo, also a plain, small razorblade in it's paper sheath for precise and sterile cuts if needed. Oh also mini superglue tube and chapstick!

[_Tree_of_Life_]

Thanks Justin, some great ideas here.

I get blisters right under my toes, just on the balls of my feet, and leukotape got pushed off my foot and ended up all bunched up under my toes, and I have lueko adhesive stuck in my socks to this day. It's good stuff, but maybe better on the heels/ankles or top of the foot. Compeed blister plasters, however, saved the day and didn't move at all, and also provided cushioning. I will never walk without Compeed again!

[GetUpTheMountains]

I also bring Leuktotape. I precut various sizes and attach them to waxed paper. Not the kind you use for food, but the kind that return shipping labels come with from FedEx, UPS etc. I carry plenty to cover big ol' heel blisters, or little side of the toe blisters. That stuff is awesome.