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| Wizard's First Rule Offer Upgrade  User ID: 1026045  United States08/13/2011 09:18 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | |
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| Wizard's First Rule (OP) User ID: 1026045 United States08/13/2011 09:26 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I live in Arizona. That said, if I were to ever bug out, I'd head for the mountains in the Mogollon rim. It can get quite cold there if it is winter. I am leaning toward getting both the $28 bag and the $65 bag, so I have some versatility. The $39 bag is clearly a good quality bag based on its reviews, but its lack of compactibility is a big draw back. Wizard's Rule #1: "People are stupid. Given proper motivation, almost anyone will believe almost anything. People will believe a lie because they want to believe it's true, or because they are afraid it might be true. People’s heads are full of knowledge, facts, and beliefs, and most of it is false, yet they think it all true. People can only rarely tell the difference between a lie and the truth, and yet they are confident they can, and so are all the easier to fool." Primordial Rule: "The rule unwritten. It is the secret of all life. It is the essence of life itself. You are a creator and master of your own reality. You ultimately make your own rules." All the Wizard's Rules: [link to sot.wikia.com] |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 1498581 United States08/13/2011 09:27 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Personalty, I don't keep a sleeping bag in my bug-out bag. Everything that goes into that pack is multi-purpose. So, for a sleeping bag(type thing) I have 2 contractor trashbags(super heavy duty, Jokingly call them cadaver bags), and a super warm blanket. Things one can do with a Trashbag are near endless, as well as a blanket. oz's = pounds |
| MainstreetAmerican User ID: 1181372 United States08/13/2011 09:29 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I live in Arizona. That said, if I were to ever bug out, I'd head for the mountains in the Mogollon rim. It can get quite cold there if it is winter. Quoting: Wizard's First RuleI am leaning toward getting both the $28 bag and the $65 bag, so I have some versatility. The $39 bag is clearly a good quality bag based on its reviews, but its lack of compactibility is a big draw back. You can also get a MOLLE Sleep carrier, normally they easily attach to framed packs it makes transport easy. Turn the circus off, or at least know you're watching one... |
| Evil_Twin User ID: 1426506 United States08/13/2011 09:30 AM  Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I live in Arizona. That said, if I were to ever bug out, I'd head for the mountains in the Mogollon rim. It can get quite cold there if it is winter. Quoting: Wizard's First RuleI am leaning toward getting both the $28 bag and the $65 bag, so I have some versatility. The $39 bag is clearly a good quality bag based on its reviews, but its lack of compactibility is a big draw back. I bought a bag rated at -30 back when I was doing a lot of winter camping in the Colorado Rockies. It was great for that, but waaay too warm for summer use. In the mountains, you pretty much have to have 2 different bags for the different seasons. |
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| Anonymous Coward User ID: 1502401  United Kingdom08/13/2011 10:30 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | The extra bulk is a small sacrifice. I have a 500 gsm bag which comes in a sleeve with straps that can be tightened so much that it will shrink down to about 1 cubic foot. That's small enough to fit into a rucksack with plenty of room left over. If you can afford duck down, get that over synthetic... a quality military surplus bag is the best. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 1486597 United States08/13/2011 10:36 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Don't cheap out on this, I have this and have used it in my travels. I was on a small Island in Maine during a blizzard in a pup tent (of my own) with others there who woke cold. I was fresh and very warm! It was and incredible feeling to strike camp at night with low visibility then crawl into that bag! Other than our initial arrival, and discovering why you break for moose, that experience will be treasured! [link to store.colemans.com]  |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 1194370 United States08/13/2011 10:51 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | IMHO, it is best to start by defining the purpose of your 'BOB'. Since a BOB is typically intended to get a person by as they bug out (usually to another safe zone) and is limited in its carrying capacity, it should be tailored to objective and have only those things which are necessary for the objective. Can you share a little about what the intent of your BOB is? Is it to get you from point a to point b or did you have another intended use? TIA. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 1498581 United States08/13/2011 11:02 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | IMHO, it is best to start by defining the purpose of your 'BOB'. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1194370Since a BOB is typically intended to get a person by as they bug out (usually to another safe zone) and is limited in its carrying capacity, it should be tailored to objective and have only those things which are necessary for the objective. Can you share a little about what the intent of your BOB is? Is it to get you from point a to point b or did you have another intended use? TIA. Valid point. Wight-60lbs Intent- Well, not something I'm going to keep with me all the time. After the retreat, and reaching a safe spot, it would be stashed. Only taking what I need for on foot scout. After finding\making adequate shelter, it would be relocated and restocked if I had to high-tail it again. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 1194370 United States08/13/2011 11:16 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I live in Arizona. That said, if I were to ever bug out, I'd head for the mountains in the Mogollon rim. It can get quite cold there if it is winter. Quoting: Wizard's First RuleAverage low temps in that area are in the 20's. So a 'good' sleeper rated at or below would likely be adequate. If you wish to purchase a sleeping bag, I think the slumberjack would be a decent choice at that price point. The Slumberjack latitude 0 is found cheaper here: [link to www.sunnysports.com] peace, |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 1194370 United States08/13/2011 11:21 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | IMHO, it is best to start by defining the purpose of your 'BOB'. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 1194370Since a BOB is typically intended to get a person by as they bug out (usually to another safe zone) and is limited in its carrying capacity, it should be tailored to objective and have only those things which are necessary for the objective. Can you share a little about what the intent of your BOB is? Is it to get you from point a to point b or did you have another intended use? TIA. Valid point. Wight-60lbs Intent- Well, not something I'm going to keep with me all the time. After the retreat, and reaching a safe spot, it would be stashed. Only taking what I need for on foot scout. After finding\making adequate shelter, it would be relocated and restocked if I had to high-tail it again. Thanks for your reply. Load out wieght is a serious consideration. Also the duration and complexity of the hike. 60 lbs may be suitable for some but impossible for others. A 100oz bladder of water is 7 lbs. Weight adds up quickly when it is on your back. peace, |
