Monday, January 26, 2015

What To Look For In A Survival Backpack For Sale

By Janine Hughes


Hikers know what kind of gear is needed to sustain them for several days. There are a number of things you need to know about putting a pack together for a hike or to ensure you have the items you need to sustain yourself in case of emergency. You can find a survival backpack for sale that is equipped with the things a person needs to survive three days.

Folks can buy bags that have already been assembled, they can add to them, or they can assemble their own. Many people who have these bags will periodically modify them to make certain the contain enough supplies. It is not always easy to know what supplies are needed. If you take a minute to make a list of you basic needs for survival you will be headed in the right direction.

The prefilled packs are designed for assistance in an emergency situation. The backpacks have enough supplies for an individual to survive for seventy two hours. There are a lot of people who will plan a pack for a much longer time to support them. There is a limit however to how much a person will be able to carry. If a pack weighs too much it can hinder rather than help.

Look for the pack that starts with the basics needed to sustain you for three days. The first item that is included without question is water. Water is a necessity in any circumstance. When survival is the focus, water immediately becomes a valuable commodity. The minimum amount needed for one person per day is one liter so you should make sure you have no less than three liters.

If you are planning to pack for more than 72 hours you should include some type of water purifying system. This can consist of iodine tablets, boiling the water, or filtration system. Collapsible bottles can also be packed for extra water storage. To make your filtering system last longer, use coffee filters. You may also want to take along bottled water.

If packing a three day pack freeze dried foods and energy bars are adequate. Freeze dried meals are prepared using boiling water. The meals will last for a long time and are quite light so they will not increase the weight of your pack. Of course if you are planning for emergency or disaster packs you need a longer term food solution.

Pack clothing that is similar to what you would carry for a backpacking weekend. For three days you should pack a hat, one pair of long pants, two pair of socks, a long and short sleeved shirt, a warm and waterproof jacket, and long underwear. Remember to consider the climate in your area so you pack accordingly.

To keep you warm and dry while you sleep pack a tarp or a tent. Carry along a bedroll or a sleeping bag. A first aid kit is a must as well as several ways for you to make a fire. Include something to cut wood, flashlights, a small cooking pot, and a knife. You should consider taking along a weapon to defend yourself if needed that is comfortable for you.




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