[Enigma5]

I actually call mine a to-go bag...haha

But this is a bag I keep by my bed if something happens say natural disaster, riot, invading army, or zombies (haha) where I need to leave very quickly. I have just started this bag, but here is what is in it so far...

portable CB radio
utility axe
swiss army knife
multi-tool
2 large packages of matches
4 lighters
roll of duct tape
4 bottles of water
package of dried beans
package of dried fruit
2 packages of beef jerky
First aid kit
1 bar soap
3 pairs of necessary clothes
A notebook and pens

This is only the start of the bag, I know I am probably forgetting something. If you are wondering the bag is a large travel travel knapsack

So do you have an emergency bag? If so what is in it? And what should I add to my bag?

[phosphor112]

I have a First Aid kit...
Lots of guns...
erm.. hunting clothes...
MREs...
candles, lanterns, lighters, and matches... everywhere.

I guess I can just throw it all in my car =X

[GK86]

Yes. It is filled with porn.

[archnemesis]

Nope. We haven't been to war in almost 200 years and there are no natural disasters here.

[speculawyer]

The term of art is "Bug-out bag".

No, I don't have one. I'll make my stand here.

[AcridMeat]

I'd rather die.

[Captain Howdy]

Nope. We haven't been to war in almost 200 years and there are no natural disasters here.

Where?

[I H8 Memes]

I actually call mine a to-go bag...haha But this is a bag I keep by my bed if something happens say natural disaster, riot, invading army, or zombies (haha) where I need to leave very quickly. I have just started this bag, but here is what is in it so far... portable CB radio utility axe swiss army knife multi-tool 2 large packages of matches 4 lighters roll of duct tape 4 bottles of water package of dried beans package of dried fruit 2 packages of beef jerky First aid kit 1 bar soap 3 pairs of necessary clothes A notebook and pens This is only the start of the bag, I know I am probably forgetting something. If you are wondering the bag is a large travel travel knapsack So do you have an emergency bag? If so what is in it? And what should I add to my bag?

You forgot the mask and gloves for your rape kit.

[Persona7]

+ Cat Food (or other pet food)

[archnemesis]

Where?

Sweden. There are of course other downsides of living here.

[mastrbiggy]

duck tape
hack saw
trash bags

...oh emergencies

hammer
swiss army knife
3 cans of beans
heavy duty rope
rare earth metals (for trading)
flash light (with sos mode)
flares
3 water pouches
first aid
mallet
crowbar
whistle
magnesium fire starter
external HDD with 525 gbs of brazzers material and one of these http://wiki.laptop.org/images/5/5e/Laptop-crank.jpg

[Sean]

The few times I thought of creating an emergency kit I came to the conclusion that it was a waste of money and space.

How often are there natural disasters or anything that you'd need to leave home and live out of an emergency bag? Pretty much never...

[Syph Medwes]

No. But I plan on making one and stocking up on certain supplies. You know, in case of a zombie apocalypse or something.

[ChanHuk]

Guns and ammo.

I'm a proponent of shoot first, barter later.

[Nightshade1765]

You know, all this does is remind me of "Doomsday Preppers". And honestly, if it comes down to it, I'm just going to go rob all those people (seeing as how they detail their plans) and live like a king!

[mac]

You know, all this does is remind me of "Doomsday Preppers". And honestly, if it comes down to it, I'm just going to go rob all those people (seeing as how they detail their plans) and live like a king!

Ever notice how it's nothing but fat, white people? If something ever does happen we'll sure have plenty of those left. Also, I guess black people don't go in for that sort of thing because they have actual shit to worry about.

[alphaNoid]

Yes, I have a bag and half a storage unit filled with 'survival' gear/food. I'm good to keep my family alive for 3 weeks if everything went dark. Didn't freak out or anything, its more about natural disasters since I've lost a house to a fire and experience other 'end game' like scenarios. Spent about $300 total over 2 years building my stash. Its my duty as a husband and father to take care, so it was a no brainer.

Ever notice how it's nothing but fat, white people? If something ever does happen we'll sure have plenty of those left. Also, I guess black people don't go in for that sort of thing because they have actual shit to worry about.

[Persona7]

Ever notice how it's nothing but fat, white people? If something ever does happen we'll sure have plenty of those left. Also, I guess black people don't go in for that sort of thing because they have actual shit to worry about.

What does this even mean?

[Manos: The Hans of Fate]

We try and keep basic and extra things (food, batteries, flashlights, etc) on hand in the house for weather related crap (PA has everything but a volcano I swear lol). We have a Chevy Cruze, so we'll be waiting anything out lol

Nothing batshit crazy or over the top though.

[EnderWiggles]

Yeah, I'm ready for when shit hits the fan:

Kitchen utensils
Napkins
Box of Wheat Thins (reduced fat)
4 Canned Whole Chickens
Package of Astronaut ice cream
Two suits (one black, one navy blue)
Couple of black t-shirts
Couple pairs of yoga pants
Tennis shoes
Two dozen 9V batteries
Checkbook
Stamp collection
Acoustic guitar
Chess set
Chicken Soup For The Soul
Eat Pray Love
Atlas Shrugged

[DCharlie]

yup - we have one large home bag and we have go bags for everyone as well as three minor bags, one per floor.

After the quake last year, we made sure we had 72 hour supply packs as well.

[Mully]

I have two baseball bats near my door. If someone comes into my house, they'll have to face a Louisville Slugger. I'm not worried about the apocalypse and there's always enough warning for natural disasters.

[Norml]

I actually call mine a to-go bag...haha But this is a bag I keep by my bed if something happens say natural disaster, riot, invading army, or zombies (haha) where I need to leave very quickly. I have just started this bag, but here is what is in it so far... portable CB radio utility axe swiss army knife multi-tool 2 large packages of matches 4 lighters roll of duct tape 4 bottles of water package of dried beans package of dried fruit 2 packages of beef jerky First aid kit 1 bar soap 3 pairs of necessary clothes A notebook and pens This is only the start of the bag, I know I am probably forgetting something. If you are wondering the bag is a large travel travel knapsack So do you have an emergency bag? If so what is in it? And what should I add to my bag?

I would add these for extreme

fishing kit
roll of paracord for snares and building things
steel water bottle or pot to make water drinkable
fire steel

[Nightshade1765]

Ever notice how it's nothing but fat, white people? If something ever does happen we'll sure have plenty of those left. Also, I guess black people don't go in for that sort of thing because they have actual shit to worry about.

They had this guy on there:



And he's about the only one I would imagine making it through the first week.

[Ogni-XR21]

Not yet, but would probably be a good idea. Never even thought about peparing one before this thread.

[Timedog]

No, because I don't believe that reptilian aliens are going to invade the USA 49 seconds from now(and in doing so use their secret perfect technology to zap all of the gas out of every vehicle), take out the government, and destroy my house but conveniently leave me exactly 17 seconds to get out first, creating the need for a pre-packed backpack full of goodies that I leave next to my door or near my person.

The cost/benefit for doing such a thing just isn't good. Seems like the epitome of manufactured rich people bullshit. It's like we have a biological need for conflict.

[shidoshi]

No, because I don't believe that reptilian aliens are going to invade the USA 49 seconds from now(and in doing so use their secret perfect technology to zap all of the gas out of every vehicle), take out the government, and destroy my house but conveniently leave me exactly 17 seconds to get out first, creating the need for a pre-packed backpack full of goodies that I leave next to my door or near my person.

Or a natural disaster could hit, like what happened last year in Japan. There's plenty of logical reasons to have a few things "just in case".

[snoopeasystreet]

I have a bag full of print outs of the best GAF threads in case the internet goes down.

[SmokyDave]

I have an emergency rock with which I intend to bludgeon my better prepared neighbour and steal his bag.

[KimiNewt]

Or a natural disaster could hit, like what happened last year in Japan. There's plenty of logical reasons to have a few things "just in case".

I doubt there are only very few natural disasters that would actually leave you entirely stranded and needing to use survival equipment.
Maybe if you live in some very remote place, but in an urban or suburban environment? Please.

[Arment]

I'd pack more food and water than that.

[Cipherr]

We have a little fire chest for important stuff thats also water proof. We use our banks safety deposit box for other stuff.

Edit: Oh I see, natural disaster type of stuff. Nah, we dont have anything like that.

[Sklorenz]

OP, I have absolutely no idea how you keep beef jerky by your bed at night and refrain from eating it. It must be terrible beef jerky; if not, you have some pretty respectable will power.

Yeah, I'm ready for when shit hits the fan: Kitchen utensils Napkins Box of Wheat Thins (reduced fat) 4 Canned Whole Chickens Package of Astronaut ice cream Two suits (one black, one navy blue) Couple of black t-shirts Couple pairs of yoga pants Tennis shoes Two dozen 9V batteries Checkbook Stamp collection Acoustic guitar Chess set Chicken Soup For The Soul Eat Pray Love Atlas Shrugged

lol, this caught me off guard.

[Timedog]

Or a natural disaster could hit, like what happened last year in Japan. There's plenty of logical reasons to have a few things "just in case".

When is a natural disaster going to hit that leaves me (and my backpack full of whatever-the-fuck) fending for myself without a home, government influence, or 10 minutes of pre-awareness to prepare the backpack using all the stuff I already have laying around the house that I could use? Sounds highly, highly paranoid to me.

[abuC]

You know, all this does is remind me of "Doomsday Preppers". And honestly, if it comes down to it, I'm just going to go rob all those people (seeing as how they detail their plans) and live like a king!

Hmmm, I call for an alliance between our clans, I plan on robbing people even if I am prepared.


Im going to be outside peoples homes like this:




"Leave the beans, just walk away, just....walk away"

[shidoshi]

When is a natural disaster going to hit that leaves me (and my backpack full of whatever-the-fuck) fending for myself without a home, government influence, or 10 minutes of pre-awareness to prepare the backpack using all the stuff I already have laying around the house that I could use? Sounds highly, highly paranoid to me.

Stocking up on weeks of food, guns, ammo, power generators, fuels, etc.? That, to me, is being paranoid. After seeing what happened in Japan, and knowing that I live in a place that could get just as big (if not bigger) of an earthquake, I see absolutely no harm in having a backpack full of stuff "just in case".

Will I need it if such a disaster should strike? Hopefully (and probably) not! But if an effort that takes me very little actual effort (or money) should happen to come in handy just in case, then I see no reason not to do it. 99.9% of the time, I don't need the flashlight that I have by my bed—but I like knowing it's there should I need it.

[FyreWulff]

The few times I thought of creating an emergency kit I came to the conclusion that it was a waste of money and space. How often are there natural disasters or anything that you'd need to leave home and live out of an emergency bag? Pretty much never...

Depends on where you live. I can pretty much count on my neighborhood being obliterated by a tornado at any moment.

[Sklorenz]

When is a natural disaster going to hit that leaves me (and my backpack full of whatever-the-fuck) fending for myself without a home, government influence, or 10 minutes of pre-awareness to prepare the backpack using all the stuff I already have laying around the house that I could use? Sounds highly, highly paranoid to me.

I agree to an extent, but it's such a low cost investment that it's hard to argue with I guess. My fiance's family has some serious paranoia issues that run through some members of the family (NOT stereotypical conspiracy theory internet Alex Jones paranoia necessarily, but a more immediate, day-to-day psychotic form). It tends to be pretty debilitating. In the case of a freak accident, I'd imagine a number of people on her mother's side of the family would actually spend more time saying "I knew this would happen, everything has gone wrong just like I said, and now my neighbor is definitely spying on me if they weren't already..!" and validating their paranoia more than actually doing anything at all. Goofy shit.

[PJV3]

I have an emergency packet of 360 Yorkshire teabags.

[Quick]

Toilet paper, wipes. Yep.

[Danielsan]

Nope. Worst case scenario a dyke breaks and my downstairs neighbours drown.
Hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes and other disasters are highly unlikely where I live.

[MJLord]

I have an emergency packet of 360 Yorkshire teabags.

UK GAF salutes you.

[PJV3]

UK GAF salutes you.

Thank you, i try to do my bit.
The milk situation could be a tad worrying.

[Pochacco]

I do.

My emergency bag includes the following:
- a bricked and uncharged iPhone 3GS
- an empty yogurt cup
- a coaster
- 1 depleted AA battery
- An 8GB flash drive
- A Sony Mastercard
- 2 pairs of Sennheiser earbuds


(ok, i'm just naming things on my desk)

[ClassyPenguin]

I remember having to do an earthquake emergency bag in elementary school, granted this was after the Northridge Earthquake.

[Brian Fellows]

I do not.

[MIMIC]

No. Anthrax isn't in the news anymore =p

[abusori]

I've got knives and a machete, and an ipod and headphones + earphones.
I'll give 'er a good fight while jammin' out for the last time.

Boy do I hope it's zombies. Such a fun apocalypse.

[jufonuk]

I've got knives and a machete, and an ipod and headphones + earphones. I'll give 'er a good fight while jammin' out for the last time. Boy do I hope it's zombies. Such a fun apocalypse.

try telling that to yourself when you have to hack your own mothers head off her body when she gets turned.....

edit: I have an umbrella incase it rains, or pack a little light raincoat. atm in london it's raining on and off
a book to read and my 3ds.. this is my emergency stuck on a train bag.

[Al-ibn Kermit]

I've got a backpack. It's got a tablet, a water bottle, some snacks, and a bunch of books that would be useless after an apocalypse. I have about 1.3 GB of porn on my phone.

I figure you can't take everything with you. Thiefs and cheats will be the only survivors in the long run.