Felix Hunziker - Member - The Prepared

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Reply to: What is the best disaster-proof pouch for important documents in my BOB? Posted May 18, 2022

I have all of my documents on an encrypted thumb drive that’s stored, along with emergency cash, in a small Loksack. What are best practices for determining which hard copy docs go in a BOB? That might help determine the appropriate container.

Reply to: The Big Bubba of BOBs – I made a level 3 bag based off The Prepared’s recommendations Posted May 16, 2022

Sure, I ordered this Livans 8x8x4 bag from Amazon. LIVANS Tactical First Aid Pouch, Molle EMT Pouches Rip-Away Military IFAK Medical Bag Outdoor Emergency Survival Kit Quick Release Design Include Red Cross Patch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Y7CRKS6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_D6ZASRCA0Y8RZY7EM2FX?psc=1

Reply to: The Big Bubba of BOBs – I made a level 3 bag based off The Prepared’s recommendations Posted May 16, 2022

Thanks, and well done at 38lbs! It seems you included a link but it just went to a 404 error. In addition to the items you mentioned, I suspect my PPE and food kits are a bit on the larger side.

Reply to: The Big Bubba of BOBs – I made a level 3 bag based off The Prepared’s recommendations Posted May 16, 2022

Hi Michelle, it has been a long time and I’m equally and pleasantly surprised to see you here! Kudos to you for getting everything to fit into a 44l Redwing pack, you must really have your kit dialed in. I hear you on the bugging-in, we finally installed a couple 55 gal water drums this weekend although our food storage, once robust during COVID, has dwindled considerably as restrictions and supply chain issues have eased. Good job on the car kits, I’ll bet your garden is also a big part of your resiliency.

Reply to: Best survival movies Posted May 16, 2022

“Goodbye World” should be on the list. https://www.imdb.com/video/vi2833234457/?playlistId=tt2352802&ref_=tt_ov_vi “When a mysterious terrorist attack causes chaos in the cities, a group of friends take refuge in their countryside cabin. But the challenges of living in a post-apocalyptic world soon take their toll on relationships within the group.”

Reply to: The Big Bubba of BOBs – I made a level 3 bag based off The Prepared’s recommendations Posted May 15, 2022

I’m not sure why the photos are so low res, hopefully folks can still read the text.

Reply to: The Big Bubba of BOBs – I made a level 3 bag based off The Prepared’s recommendations Posted May 15, 2022

Thanks, it still needs some refinement. The whole BOB including 38 oz water weighs 52 lbs. I’d prefer it was closer to 40 lbs. The sleeping bag and 2-person tent are about 7-8 lbs and I’m considering lighter options. The sleeping bag is a Big Agnes Sidewinder 20 SL (long).

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Reply to: Best rechargeable batteries Posted March 24, 2022

Hello, I enjoyed and learned a lot from this article. A couple things I didn’t see covered and would appreciate feedback on: 1) how do you recharge these batteries if there’s no grid power? Can a small solar panel, such as those you’ve reviewed in other articles, connect to the Eneloop charger? What size panel would one need? 2) I’ve read elsewhere that NiMH batteries have slightly lower voltage and might make a ham HT like the recommended Yaesu FT-60r think it has to transmit at low power (<5W) when using the AA battery pack. I’ve also read other posts saying this was not a problem. Can you shed any light on this issue? Thanks, Felix

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Reply to: What is the best disaster-proof pouch for important documents in my BOB? Posted May 18, 2022

I have all of my documents on an encrypted thumb drive that’s stored, along with emergency cash, in a small Loksack. What are best practices for determining which hard copy docs go in a BOB? That might help determine the appropriate container.

Reply to: The Big Bubba of BOBs – I made a level 3 bag based off The Prepared’s recommendations Posted May 16, 2022

Sure, I ordered this Livans 8x8x4 bag from Amazon. LIVANS Tactical First Aid Pouch, Molle EMT Pouches Rip-Away Military IFAK Medical Bag Outdoor Emergency Survival Kit Quick Release Design Include Red Cross Patch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Y7CRKS6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_D6ZASRCA0Y8RZY7EM2FX?psc=1

Reply to: The Big Bubba of BOBs – I made a level 3 bag based off The Prepared’s recommendations Posted May 16, 2022

Thanks, and well done at 38lbs! It seems you included a link but it just went to a 404 error. In addition to the items you mentioned, I suspect my PPE and food kits are a bit on the larger side.

Reply to: The Big Bubba of BOBs – I made a level 3 bag based off The Prepared’s recommendations Posted May 16, 2022

Hi Michelle, it has been a long time and I’m equally and pleasantly surprised to see you here! Kudos to you for getting everything to fit into a 44l Redwing pack, you must really have your kit dialed in. I hear you on the bugging-in, we finally installed a couple 55 gal water drums this weekend although our food storage, once robust during COVID, has dwindled considerably as restrictions and supply chain issues have eased. Good job on the car kits, I’ll bet your garden is also a big part of your resiliency.

Reply to: Best survival movies Posted May 16, 2022

“Goodbye World” should be on the list. https://www.imdb.com/video/vi2833234457/?playlistId=tt2352802&ref_=tt_ov_vi “When a mysterious terrorist attack causes chaos in the cities, a group of friends take refuge in their countryside cabin. But the challenges of living in a post-apocalyptic world soon take their toll on relationships within the group.”

Reply to: The Big Bubba of BOBs – I made a level 3 bag based off The Prepared’s recommendations Posted May 15, 2022

I’m not sure why the photos are so low res, hopefully folks can still read the text.

Reply to: The Big Bubba of BOBs – I made a level 3 bag based off The Prepared’s recommendations Posted May 15, 2022

Thanks, it still needs some refinement. The whole BOB including 38 oz water weighs 52 lbs. I’d prefer it was closer to 40 lbs. The sleeping bag and 2-person tent are about 7-8 lbs and I’m considering lighter options. The sleeping bag is a Big Agnes Sidewinder 20 SL (long).

Reply to: Best rechargeable batteries Posted March 24, 2022

Hello, I enjoyed and learned a lot from this article. A couple things I didn’t see covered and would appreciate feedback on: 1) how do you recharge these batteries if there’s no grid power? Can a small solar panel, such as those you’ve reviewed in other articles, connect to the Eneloop charger? What size panel would one need? 2) I’ve read elsewhere that NiMH batteries have slightly lower voltage and might make a ham HT like the recommended Yaesu FT-60r think it has to transmit at low power (<5W) when using the AA battery pack. I’ve also read other posts saying this was not a problem. Can you shed any light on this issue? Thanks, Felix