Kit?

[JK Knives]

Everyone talks about there woods or hiking "survival kits", but what would you carry in an "urban survival kit"? Let`s hear some thoughts about what you would carry, and why. Pictures are always welcome!

 

[heefageLA]

Pepper Spray! Sure to ruin anyones day!

 

[Insipid Moniker]

External battery for tech items, charger cords, USB adapters. Cell phone is a stupidly versatile tool in any urban environment, but you've gotta have the juice for it.

AA batteries are another good one, tons of items take them.

 

[KYenglish]

yep, a usb storage device, usb cable that fits my phone, a spare battery for my flashlight is normlay rolling around in my bag as well, some quarters and a notepad and pen, lighter,

here's some pictures with urban edc worthy items i use





gotta have a multi tool, people friendly to







I always trya nd fita compass in somewhere, urban or not, i like compasses don't think this knife fits the catagory though

 

[JK Knives]

When away from home I carry a portable charger for my phone, my phone, flashlight, spare lighter, and usually a SAK. I've got a couple of small capsules on my keychain, one has aspirin, the other an eyeglass repair kit, a Craftsman 4 way screwdriver, and a small Spyderco. In my wallet I've got a few band aids and a needle and thread.

 

[w.t. anderson]

Urban survival kit? Here in DC it's a fully charged phone, a good pen, extra glasses, a Victorinox Executive and a Huntsman, small flashlight, small compass, handkerchief/bandana, extra plused-up Metro card, extra day or two of Meds in a watertight vial, and something no one's mentioned, a DECOY WALLET (an old wallet with expired/canceled cards, old business cards, coupons, and a $20 bill just so they don't get too pissed.)

 

[JK Knives]

I've read about the decoy wallet, it sounds like a good idea in the city.

 

[Rotte]

something no one's mentioned, a DECOY WALLET (an old wallet with expired/canceled cards, old business cards, coupons, and a $20 bill just so they don't get too pissed.)

That's funny. When, the Fates being cruel, I lived in DC for a few years, I carried a decoy wallet as well. I completely forgot about that until you mentioned it. I stuffed it with random business cards, expired credit cards (name removed, mag strip defaced), green paper, and two (2) singles. Great tip!

 

[Rotte]

I have turned my key chain into a mini 'survival' kit.



Two drivers, a pair of tweezers, a mini pry bar, whistle, and mini ferro rod. I like the Easy Pass fob because I can operate the gas pump without taking out my wallet. In addition to the key chain, I have the usual knife or SAK and a small LED light. Almost always a USB memory stick. Usually a few zip ties (wire ties). The mini pry bar and tweezers get used the most.

 

[STAINLESS90]

Been meaning to post in this thread for awhile now. I keep a "bolt bag" in my car and carry it into work. The idea is if I can't grab anything else I grab that and it has the bare minimum to hike home on foot if need be and enough to get me through at least one night if I have to stop. From work to my house is about 17 miles, so about 5 hours moving cautiously without stopping. I take this level of gear with me on every hike and am confident I can make the distance with the weight.
The contents:
Fuel:
2X Tanka warrior bars
2X Cliff bars
6X Liquacell protein gel
Sawyer mini filter
32 oz. nalgene
10X Aquatab 32 oz. water treatment tabs

Gear:
Bic
4X Wetfire tinder tabs
25X stormproof matches in waterproof container
Space blanket
4X contractor bags
50 ft. black paracord
2X Green glow sticks
Solarforce CR123 flashlight
Orienteering compass
Personal medical kit
Gerber rescue tool
Spare bootlaces
Rite in the rain CERT notebook
2X pens
Sharpie marker
Cell phone charging cable
Bandana
Glock field cleaning kit
50 rds. 380. ACP ammo
Leatherman tool kit
Emergency cash wallet containing silver coins and $100

On my person:
Glock 42
Spare mag
Leatherman charge
Emerson knife
Cell phone

In the trunk of my car:
Full medical kit
Emergency road kit
Spare boots
BDU pants
Baseball cap
Spare socks
Cotton long sleeved shirt
German military poncho

 

[mqqn]

Gun, ammo, fenix torch, money, vic waiter, one-handed opening knife, k-tool and ZT tactical pen.

The rest of what I need I find and obtain as necessary.

best

mqqn

 

[JK Knives]

Good to see this thread revived!

 

[Rupestris]

I keep a Leatherman or Gerbertool in the car.

In my everyday bag or on me on any given day, I have the following:

And more than likely, in my pockets:

 

[BusyBiryl]

I think a flame source and light source are very important. I suppose depending on your needs a power block would be useful. I carry a flash drive on my key chain also, and have a small pry bar coming in hot from China.

Honestly the most important commodities for urban survival are a fair amount of cash and a means of defense. Everything else just makes life's uncertainties a bit less stressful. Cheers!