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<blockquote data-quote="daniel1daniel2" data-source="post: 2782980" data-attributes="member: 24434"><p>Something I added to mine is a small water filtration set (about $25) that way I don't have to carry enough water for 3 days/or can replenish if needed. Also consider that you are basically going to be exercising all day long that means sweating all day long, if your normal is 48 oz of fluids a day you will probably need to triple (about 1 gal) that per day at minimum on some of these lovely Oklahoma summer days to stay hydrated. That being said if it is going to take 3 days (15-20 miles per day is how I figure it) I don't really want to have to carry 3 gallon of water that whole time, because of space and weight.</p><p></p><p>Another thing I have in mine is a old chainsaw blade that has be cut and then cloth loops added on the ends. This allows for cutting of firewood if needed or clearing brush, its pretty slow going but lightweight. The time I got my truck stuck and needed branches to put under the tires it was a major help. </p><p></p><p>Assuming you normally have a CCW with you, what about a couple extra rounds of ammo? Allows for possible hunting and or reloading if required for self defense. </p><p></p><p>This is the flashlight I use all the time: cheap, durable, and runs a long time on one double A. <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006E0QAFY?colid=2JYE0V3XRO93Z&coliid=I1Z4W4Z9K98A6K&psc=1&ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl" target="_blank">http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006E0QAFY?colid=2JYE0V3XRO93Z&coliid=I1Z4W4Z9K98A6K&psc=1&ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl</a></p><p></p><p>I prefer some type of waterproof sheet/tarp in case you end up needing to sleep while its raining or when the ground is wet.</p><p></p><p>Another personal item I carry is socks, makes walking so much easier if your feet are wet, when you get dry socks. If you start wearing a blister you can wear 2 pair of socks and that will keep the blister from getting any worse most of the time. I also do it when I know my feet are going to be wet for long periods of time and walking is required. The socks rub together instead of your feet rubbing.</p><p></p><p>Sunscreen + bug spray : I am pretty sure most of us are not used to being outside all day in the sun, and if your like me you burn to a crisp when you are.</p><p></p><p>Printed maps from google earth will show alternate routs and water sources, basically doesn't take up any room, lightweight and can be used to start a fire in a pinch.</p><p></p><p>Gatorade type drinks don't freeze in the winter so you don't have to worry about thawing them when in cold climate.</p><p></p><p>One of those ceramic knife sharpeners would also be nice to have since your knife will be very heavily used for almost every task, lightweight, and require ALMOST no brains to use.</p><p></p><p>Those cloth bags that grocery stores want you to buy and reuse all the time also come in handy if you happen to overflow your bag when you are ready to leave your car. Most have handles large enough that they can be slung over a shoulder if needed. Probably not something I would keep in my bag, but having one in the vehicle might come in handy.</p><p></p><p>Just remember whoever quoted "ounces equal pounds, and pounds equal pain" knew from experience.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="daniel1daniel2, post: 2782980, member: 24434"] Something I added to mine is a small water filtration set (about $25) that way I don't have to carry enough water for 3 days/or can replenish if needed. Also consider that you are basically going to be exercising all day long that means sweating all day long, if your normal is 48 oz of fluids a day you will probably need to triple (about 1 gal) that per day at minimum on some of these lovely Oklahoma summer days to stay hydrated. That being said if it is going to take 3 days (15-20 miles per day is how I figure it) I don't really want to have to carry 3 gallon of water that whole time, because of space and weight. Another thing I have in mine is a old chainsaw blade that has be cut and then cloth loops added on the ends. This allows for cutting of firewood if needed or clearing brush, its pretty slow going but lightweight. The time I got my truck stuck and needed branches to put under the tires it was a major help. Assuming you normally have a CCW with you, what about a couple extra rounds of ammo? Allows for possible hunting and or reloading if required for self defense. This is the flashlight I use all the time: cheap, durable, and runs a long time on one double A. [url]http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006E0QAFY?colid=2JYE0V3XRO93Z&coliid=I1Z4W4Z9K98A6K&psc=1&ref_=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl[/url] I prefer some type of waterproof sheet/tarp in case you end up needing to sleep while its raining or when the ground is wet. Another personal item I carry is socks, makes walking so much easier if your feet are wet, when you get dry socks. If you start wearing a blister you can wear 2 pair of socks and that will keep the blister from getting any worse most of the time. I also do it when I know my feet are going to be wet for long periods of time and walking is required. The socks rub together instead of your feet rubbing. Sunscreen + bug spray : I am pretty sure most of us are not used to being outside all day in the sun, and if your like me you burn to a crisp when you are. Printed maps from google earth will show alternate routs and water sources, basically doesn't take up any room, lightweight and can be used to start a fire in a pinch. Gatorade type drinks don't freeze in the winter so you don't have to worry about thawing them when in cold climate. One of those ceramic knife sharpeners would also be nice to have since your knife will be very heavily used for almost every task, lightweight, and require ALMOST no brains to use. Those cloth bags that grocery stores want you to buy and reuse all the time also come in handy if you happen to overflow your bag when you are ready to leave your car. Most have handles large enough that they can be slung over a shoulder if needed. Probably not something I would keep in my bag, but having one in the vehicle might come in handy. Just remember whoever quoted "ounces equal pounds, and pounds equal pain" knew from experience. [/QUOTE]
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