Show off your BOBs

[Christian for Israel]

why don't we post pics and lists of our BOB's? newbies could learn what to put in a BOB and everyone could share their ideas.

here's mine:



from the top left:

fishing vest (aka poor man's LBE)

fanny pack (also a concealed carry holster)

main BOB

primary combat rifle (K-31 7.5x55)

RIA 1911 .45 acp pistol (primary carry weapon)



on me all the time:

pocket pack (sealed pack containing P-38, 20ft of nylon string, tinder quik tab, pack of matches, 5 silver dimes, 1-1/10th oz gold round, $20 bill)

lighter

leatherman kick multi tool

gerber pocket knife

pocket money

ear plugs (i go shooting a LOT)

pistol



fanny pack, clockwise from top left:

3 film canisters (one with 50 yards of nylon string wrapped around it) containing tinder quik tabs, strike anywhere matches and aspirin

collapsable diamond sharpener

sewing needle and thread

0000 steel wool (fire tinder)

fingernail clippers

10 yards of duct tape

several packs of ear plugs (i go shooting a lot )

moneyclip/knife with $50 in small bills

2-7 round mags for the 1911

coffee pack (instant coffee, creamer, sugar, etc)

several bullion packs (from raman noodle packs)

bead chain

50 ft paracord

1 GB thumbdrive (survival info)

magnesium fire starter

lensatic compass

radiation dosimeter

sewing awl

pill box with antacid and naproxin tabs

syringe needle (great for removing splinters)

roll of tums

2 packs of cigarette papers

[Christian for Israel]

combat (fishing ) vest. top to bottom on left:

energy drink mix

10 rounds of 7.5 ammo for my rifle

pack of cigarette papers

ear plugs ( )

film canister of matches with 30 ft of steel wire around it

several of the 30 - .30 carbine rounds (for wife's rifle)

LED flashlight

field dressing (in the red CPR pack)

8x21 binoc's

2-8 round mags for my pistol

on right:

10 rds 7.5

40 rds 7.62x39

lighter

20 rds 7.5



hung on the outside of the BOB:

canteen with cover, cup and stove

local map

plastic decon box filled with wood shavings (tinder)

decon box filled with tobacco and sealed



in one outside pocket. clockwise from top left:

allen wrench set

mountain eagle .22 target pistol with two mags and 50 rds of ammo (for survival hunting)

3 hand warmers

5 rds .308

5 rds .30-06

6 rds 7.5x55

6 rds .223

holster for pistol and ammo

pocket chainsaw kit

disposable razor and blades

100 rds .22 minimag

stick deodorant

more ear plugs...

deck of playing cards

handful of 1-1/4 inch drywall screws

cigarette lighter

8-.45 acp rds



the other outside pocket. clockwise from top left:

2-3600 cal lifeboat rations

6 tea bags

3 coffee packs

3 instant oatmeal packs

hand lotion

bar of soap

lip balm

matches

alcohol wipes

cold/flu drink mix

hand cleaner towels

nylon mesh ditty bag

hand crank radio/flashlight/ cell phone charger

feminine napkin (improvised trauma dressing)

3 spiced cinnimon apple cider drink mixes

[Christian for Israel]

main compartment from top left:

mylar bivy sack (emergency sleeping bag)

mylar tarp

vinyl shower liner (tarp)

emergency poncho

2 pr nylon sock liners (i'm allergic to wool)

3 pr wool socks

6 raman noodle packs

change of pants/shirt

4 sawdust/wax fire starters

box of strike anywhere kitchen matches

container of sugar

container of instant coffee

box of jello

roll of TP

bushman spear/knife

2 packs of shoe strings (utility cord)

3 oatmeal packs

water filter bag

mess kit

road flares



water filter bag contains:

emergency fishing and snare kit

traumatic wound dressing

tinder paper

katadyn mini water filter



mess kit contains:

micro-fiber towel

utensils

tea bags

tommy stove with hexamine fuel

salt

lighter

soy sauce pack

6 bullion packs

well, that's it...anyone else?

[BigFootsCousin]

Not bad CFI, not bad at all.

What's the deodorant for? You planning on going dancing?

I'll see if i can rustle up my camera and take a few pics myself.

Kewl thread!

BFC

[Christian for Israel]

there's soap, deodorant, a razor, etc. i really don't know what situation i'll be facing when the balloon goes up, but it is possible i will have occasion to 'go into town' and will want to be presentable. also, keeping clean raises morale and that includes not stinkin' to high heaven.

btw, one good result of this thread was doing a long overdue inventory and repacking of my bag. i carried it on my truck for a year, transferring it from vehicle to vehicle and now i have a much better idea of what holds up well and what doesn't.

[Christian for Israel]

moving this to main to get a little more exposure. i'll put it back in preps in a day or two.

[Anne in TN]

Mine is as much for certain emergencies not so much as a big time bug out.

Sugar Packets
Creamer Packets
Salt Packets
Hard Candy
Pack of Gum
Spiced Cider Packet
Maxwell House Coffee Packet
Lipton Cup-A-Soup Packet
Bumble Bee Chicken Salad
Bumble Bee Crackers
Small Container of Water
Knife, Fork and Spoon
Collapsible Cup
Packets of Purell Wipes
Pack of Wet Ones Towelettes
Wash Cloth
Paper Towels
Chap Stick
Small Bottle Curel Lotion
Small Bottle Shampoo
Small Bottle Hand Soap
Small Toothpaste
Folding Tooth Brush
Glasses Repair Kit
Scotch Tape
Small Knife With Scissors
String
Rubber Band
Pen, Pencil, Paper
Small Folding Fan
Flashlight
Spool of Thread
Sewing Needle
Paper Clip
Safety Pins
Lighter, Matches
Quarters
Mini Can Opener
Band-Aids
Socks
Sandwich Bags
Bread Bag
Twist Ties
Hair Band
Thirty Dollars in Small Bills
Thermal Blanket
Poncho
Toiletry Bag

[SassyinAZ]

Did I miss water on your lists?

[briches]

Fred,

Too funny! LOL! You go first!

[Troy R]

Mine has pretty much the same stuff in it like everyone else here has..But a tad more.

[Christian for Israel]

hey troy, how about a list?

everyone else, yeah, i need to add a few N95's to the kit. i have gloves in with the trauma dressing. as for the other suggestions...great! keep 'em coming! also, lets get some others in here showing off what they've put together!

sassy, i have the canteen full and a water filter for more from the field.

genrim, have you considered a pack to help you get home if you're out when the balloon goes up? especially if you go out of town or work a good distance from the house.

Kate, i have matches in every stage of my BOB, from those in my pocket pack to the box of 250 strike anywhere kitchen matches in the main bag. i admit, the fishing kit would be good for many, unfortunately, around here you'd die of starvation while trying to catch enough for a decent meal. we have what the locals here call a river, but most of us would think of it more as a ditch that's dry half the year...i'll be fortunate to get enough water from it to keep going.

leviolinist, good idea on the bible and BSA book.

ruckmanite:

Work gloves (form fitting, compact) - good idea, i'll add some

Folding saw (or small rope saw) - i have the pocket chainsaw

Spare batteries for flashlight. - the main light is a hand crank LED model...no batteries needed

Headlamp w/red led for night vision preservation. - i'll seriously consider that, thanks

Polypropylene long john shirt. - they will be added soon as the weather is starting to get cold

Hat/sunglasses. - i hate wearing hats but it's not a bad idea...

mc2006, the nukalert is on my keychain, but i do have the dosimeter in the fanny pack also. the KI is in the freezer at the house. i'm not sure i want to keep any in a bag that see's the temp swings mine does.

dirtdigger, i'll look into it, thanks. btw, got a link?

anybody else? this is fun!

[KateCanada]

Okay CFI. Well maybe add a few tins of sardines instead. On second thought, if waters a problem, their salty. Never mind fish. Scratch that off. I think your bob looks great. I've got stuff, but not in a bag. Thanks for all your ideas as well. I've got some work to do. Will post a picture on the weekend.

[Anne in TN]

Did I miss water on your lists?

I have water on mine. (Post #14) I also carry more in my purse. They have both come in handy many times when I have forgotten to bring extra water with me on outings.

[yakjax]

I've noticed that at least some of you include "weapons" in the BOB...how do you get away with that? Are you all in the West where it's an accepted practise? I'm in New England (CT) where, if found at a traffic stop would get you thrown over the car hood and "victimized".

Even though I have a CCW...I'd be reluctent to carry a firearm in a BOB. (as much as I'd like to) So, are you all in a state where the 2nd is still alive and well or are you just taking your chances?

Appreciate your responses...

Jax

[Dazed]

I've noticed that at least some of you include "weapons" in the BOB...how do you get away with that? Are you all in the West where it's an accepted practise? I'm in New England (CT) where, if found at a traffic stop would get you thrown over the car hood and "victimized".

Even though I have a CCW...I'd be reluctent to carry a firearm in a BOB. (as much as I'd like to) So, are you all in a state where the 2nd is still alive and well or are you just taking your chances?

Appreciate your responses...

Jax

If you have a CCW, what does it matter? If it is a pistol, it's concealed and in a "case" (definitions vary by state...) A BOB could be defined as a case in most states. so it shouldn't matter even if you don't have a CCW. Why would the cops search you to begin with? What probable cause?

If it's a rifle, then by all means, put it in a case or at lest a gunsock.

My main BOB (pics and description to follow maybe this weekend) is at home, my truck is stocked to get me home (with a get me home bag and gear). If I have grabbed the home BOB then TSHTF and local laws become less relevant.

I'm not sure I see what you are asking here.

BTW, doesn't everyone have a rifle and pistol in their car?

[Christian for Israel]

yakjax, come out to sunny nevada, where freedom is the greatest fringe benefit. seriously, this is a gun friendly, machinegun friendly even, state. here open carry is legal and a pistol isn't considered 'concealed' unless it's hidden on your body...in a backpack or even a purse doesn't count. i personally carry my 1911 openly everywhere i go. i'm getting my CCW simply because i want to carry in the wintertime and open carry is difficult with a coat on. my wife carries her .357 openly as well and neither of us even get a funny look. even the cops around here fail to notice, though several of my friends who are cops tell me they wish everyone would carry as it'd deter what little crime we have around here.

besides, how many thousand yard ranges do you have in CT to practice medium range shooting at? here we have one 5 miles from where i live (i live in the middle of a town of 30,000 btw). and that's not mentioning that we have vast areas where shooting is legal and where no one lives for miles in any direction.

[Fleataxi]

CFI:

From http://www.nsrpa.us/legal/nevlocal.html

Open Carry
In Nevada, you may carry a loaded or unloaded firearm on your person without a permit so long as the firearm is fully exposed (known as "open carry"). An example of open carry is when a handgun is carried in an "outside the pants" hip holster. Full or partial concealment (such as a purse, jacket, etc.) is considered "concealed carry" and is discussed below.

Can I Carry a Concealed Firearm?
It is illegal for a person to carry a concealed firearm on his person, loaded or unloaded, unless he has a valid concealed weapon permit, or is legally entitled to do so otherwise.
Can I Conceal a Firearm Without a Permit?
Without a CCW permit, a firearm may be concealed in your home or vehicle as long as it is not on your person, concealed by your person, or in a personal item (such as a purse, backpack, briefcase) carried by you. "

From my reading, purses, book bags, fanny packs, and other items that are normally carried on the body if they contain a gun, it's considered concealed carry regardless of whether you were actually carrying said item at the time as long as it's in close proximity (passenger area of car, etc.)

Fleataxi

[Christian for Israel]

from my talking to the CCW instructor (marty shaw) and the lander county sheriff, guns carried in bags do not constitute 'concealed' carry. now, it IS a gray area. for instance, carrying a gun in a fanny pack that is being worn is considered concealed carry. but, take it off your waist and carry it in your hand or over your shoulder and it becomes a packaged gun, not a concealed firearm. just like carrying a pistol in a box to mail it or a range bag. the thing is, the same law applies to both.

[Dazed]

Here is mine. THis bag is designed to be used in the midwest. Water is available nearly everywhere, so only purification is an issue.

Temps run from -25 to +100
Shelter is an issue shade andor protection from wind.

This bag is designed for 6 days.

Not shown are main firearms. Ak rifle with spare mag (60 rounds) and a .45 ACP pistol.

helpful comments are welcome.
(hope the pics turn out!)

Main pack pics w/web belt
(pic1)


Web Belt:
(pic3)

1 tanto style knife (K-bar brand) w/sheath
2 canteens
1 folding shovel
1 lensatic compass w neck line (on suspender strap)