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Maxpedition Bottle holder kit, review and pics
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Ok here are the pics of my loadout. I changed my PSK pouch to a maxpedition 4x6. I was gonna get the 3x5, but I went against my judgement and followed the "go bigger then you think you need" advise that has never let me down with maxpedition gear.:thumbup:
Maxpedition 10x4 in Khaki. Added shock cord to front, Leather Baldric strap made by me, Maxped 4x6 PSK pouch on strap.
Inside top of pouch is a pouch containing a 5x6 silnylon groundsheet/bush chair/tarp. Then Guyot/GSI cup, and bail. Then skeeter headnet.
Front of pouch contains Headlamp and Vic Farmer.
Thats it for the 10x4. I dont like it crammed full so I have room to put in some other stuff I might need for the outing (food,tackle,etc..) I wanted to keep it as simple as possible so I dont essentially end up with a bunch of pouches hooked together forming a heavy small bag. My 10x4 setup with a strap is first and formost a way to grab a water bottle for quick day hikes or to hike away from camp when I might not wanna pack the main pack. I have my Kodiak for a smaller pack, so I dont need another. I like the PSK on the strap because I dont want it mounted to the bottle. It for the most part when not on the 10x4 is in my pack, or on the belt. The Maxpedition
4x6 is perfect(I will be getting another to replace my FAK pouch). It is a bit bigger then my other pouch, but it sits flater so actually it works better. Plus I have room to spare in the pouch for any small items I might want to toss in. My PSK is not your typical "Break glass in case of emergancy" kits you see. It is a PSK/Repair kit that gets used quite a bit and restocked as needed. This works better for me then carrying multiple kits, and I get alot of practice with my PSK items. :thumbup:
Maxped 4x6 PSK pouch
What a great feature with the zipper pull retainer. A carabiener fits nicely under the snap to clip it to whatever. (I like multiple carry options, especially for PSK)
Ok, when I made this Baldric, I had in mind I wanted to be able to mount a pouch to it. So I made it adjustable with chicago screws on one end, and also made it spaced appropriate to mount Molle gear to so it is fixed and not sliding all over. Couldnt work any better. Fits like it was made to do this.
I am LOVING the leather/Nylon combo my rig has. I used tac ties to mount it.
Here you can see how the pouch is mounted.
Contents of main compartment. A few first aid items, Space blanket, Altoids tin, Fres lens, Iz Turley PSK knife
Contents of Altoids tin
FAK items. I carry an individual FAK in my pack that is better stocked, as well as a large group kit in my car. These were just a few things JIC.
Front zipper compartment holds matchcase with compass, Whistle, and PJ ball tinder.
So thats my kit, and loadout for my minimal overnight(-clothes on my back of course!). Hope ya dig it, and I will be heading out as soon as spring Turkey is finished up.
Maxpedition 10x4 in Khaki. Added shock cord to front, Leather Baldric strap made by me, Maxped 4x6 PSK pouch on strap.
Inside top of pouch is a pouch containing a 5x6 silnylon groundsheet/bush chair/tarp. Then Guyot/GSI cup, and bail. Then skeeter headnet.
Front of pouch contains Headlamp and Vic Farmer.
Thats it for the 10x4. I dont like it crammed full so I have room to put in some other stuff I might need for the outing (food,tackle,etc..) I wanted to keep it as simple as possible so I dont essentially end up with a bunch of pouches hooked together forming a heavy small bag. My 10x4 setup with a strap is first and formost a way to grab a water bottle for quick day hikes or to hike away from camp when I might not wanna pack the main pack. I have my Kodiak for a smaller pack, so I dont need another. I like the PSK on the strap because I dont want it mounted to the bottle. It for the most part when not on the 10x4 is in my pack, or on the belt. The Maxpedition
4x6 is perfect(I will be getting another to replace my FAK pouch). It is a bit bigger then my other pouch, but it sits flater so actually it works better. Plus I have room to spare in the pouch for any small items I might want to toss in. My PSK is not your typical "Break glass in case of emergancy" kits you see. It is a PSK/Repair kit that gets used quite a bit and restocked as needed. This works better for me then carrying multiple kits, and I get alot of practice with my PSK items. :thumbup:
Maxped 4x6 PSK pouch
What a great feature with the zipper pull retainer. A carabiener fits nicely under the snap to clip it to whatever. (I like multiple carry options, especially for PSK)
Ok, when I made this Baldric, I had in mind I wanted to be able to mount a pouch to it. So I made it adjustable with chicago screws on one end, and also made it spaced appropriate to mount Molle gear to so it is fixed and not sliding all over. Couldnt work any better. Fits like it was made to do this.
I am LOVING the leather/Nylon combo my rig has. I used tac ties to mount it. Here you can see how the pouch is mounted.
Contents of main compartment. A few first aid items, Space blanket, Altoids tin, Fres lens, Iz Turley PSK knife
Contents of Altoids tin
FAK items. I carry an individual FAK in my pack that is better stocked, as well as a large group kit in my car. These were just a few things JIC.
Front zipper compartment holds matchcase with compass, Whistle, and PJ ball tinder.
So thats my kit, and loadout for my minimal overnight(-clothes on my back of course!). Hope ya dig it, and I will be heading out as soon as spring Turkey is finished up.
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Check out the GRILL TOP STOVE STAND Designed to Fit over the Military Canteen at this link: http://bepreparedtosurvive.com/Stoves available from Survival Resources.htm
Just need one to fit the nalgenes/cups we use on them
Just need one to fit the nalgenes/cups we use on them
Jake- looks good, that 4x6 holds a lot of kit!
got a overnighter in yesterday
Mike
http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/845440-overnight-w-just-my-bottle-holder
got a overnighter in yesterday
Mike
http://www.bladeforums.com/forums/showthread.php/845440-overnight-w-just-my-bottle-holder
I'm just picked a 10x4 and am working on an mtb based kit. I sometime carry up to 120 oz of water on my back for long rides, plus a bottle on the bike. I am going to try and get 3 bottles on the bike and take 60 oz of my back or not wear a camelbak for shorter rides. I'm going to try and mount both on my bars and also behind the seat attached to the seat post. Has any body tried this?
my windshirt I've got shock corded to the attached pocket, on my overnighter I tied my sweater around my waist (rolled up)
you can see both if you look carefully in the pic above
there may be a better system out there, but it worked fine for me
thin layers like a rain jacket, windshirt etc I think you can lash on pretty easy- heavier layer will be more challenging
you can see both if you look carefully in the pic above
there may be a better system out there, but it worked fine for me
thin layers like a rain jacket, windshirt etc I think you can lash on pretty easy- heavier layer will be more challenging
I have the TAD Gear version of the bottle pouch
I used it all fall/winter on the rack on my bike.
Just bungee corded to the rack.
What I prefer about the Maxped version is the full zipper on the top
.
The TAD version uses a buckle to keep it closed.
Havent had any issues with stuff falling out,but would be better protected with
full zipper closure.
I have 2 water bottles on the bike,plus the bottle in the pack.
I make hot chocolate and miso soup when riding in the colder months.
I use a soto stove with snowpeak titanium pot.
Still working out the contents of my "bike kit". Season changing and
the kit contents change too.
I will eventually make a thread with its contents.
I used it all fall/winter on the rack on my bike.
Just bungee corded to the rack.
What I prefer about the Maxped version is the full zipper on the top
.
The TAD version uses a buckle to keep it closed.
Havent had any issues with stuff falling out,but would be better protected with
full zipper closure.
I have 2 water bottles on the bike,plus the bottle in the pack.
I make hot chocolate and miso soup when riding in the colder months.
I use a soto stove with snowpeak titanium pot.
Still working out the contents of my "bike kit". Season changing and
the kit contents change too.
I will eventually make a thread with its contents.
Nice kits you have there. The thought is to mount it to the bars like this:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/carouseldesignworks/3083453442/sizes/m/in/set-72157611514082521/
It will have to wait until next week, but I'll try and post photos as I get them.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/carouseldesignworks/3083453442/sizes/m/in/set-72157611514082521/
It will have to wait until next week, but I'll try and post photos as I get them.
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ok I have been wanting to do this since I found this thread, and since i have officially finished all of my classes for college my free time has suddenly opened up...so here it goes.
My set up is your standard 10x4 bottle holder with an EDC pocket organizer on the right, 2 cocoon pouches on the left, and a 3x5 pouch on the front. The strap is currently an old guitar strap that works pretty well. I plan on replacing it once I have a chance to make one from 550 cord.
My set up is your standard 10x4 bottle holder with an EDC pocket organizer on the right, 2 cocoon pouches on the left, and a 3x5 pouch on the front. The strap is currently an old guitar strap that works pretty well. I plan on replacing it once I have a chance to make one from 550 cord.
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as for the contents...
the EDC pouch holds:
The 3x5 pouch holds my fire kit, which includes:
The Cocoon Pouches:
- one I have left empty. The contents vary depending on the trip. I have been known to put a bag of oatmeal and or a bag of rice in there.
the other contains:
The front pouch of the bottle holder contains:
-Pepper
-Sugar
-several packets of Crystal Light beverage mix (various flavors)
-and Iodine water purification Tablets
this pocket also has room to spare if i need it
The main pocket (from the bottom working up) holds:
on my person I usually have a 4-5'' bush craft style fixed blade (soon to be one of Bruce Culberson's Bushcrafters), a Gerber Diesel, and a PSK attached to my belt. If I am planning on being out overnight or for a longer period of time I will add a normal sized backpack. I like to take my Maxpedition Condor II because i can just attach this bad boy and be on my way.
Please let me know if you guys have any recommendations, advice, etc...I am here to learn and always looking for new ideas.
Thanks for taking the time to read this.
the EDC pouch holds:
- a fox 40 micro whistle and a small compass attached to the key keeper
- 2 water proof Loksak baggies
- 4 write in the rain 3x5 index cards
- 4 extra SureFire 123 A Lithium Batteries
- SureFire C2 Centurion Flashlight (LED)
- Pocket Medic by Adventure Medical Kits
- DMT Diafold Diamond Double sided knife sharpener (Fine/Extra Fine)
- write in the rain black ball point pen
- black Sharpie pen
- Bic Lighter
- ZT350 folder
- ESEE Izula II (with 550 cord wrapped over a ranger band on the sheath)
- some blue trash bag twist ties
The 3x5 pouch holds my fire kit, which includes:
- Light My Fire Army sized Fero Rod with a whistle built into the striker
- a small peace of Fat Wood
- a tea candle
- a tin containing char cloth
- small Spark-Lite fire starting kit (safety orange with tinder)
- small tin of Spark-Lite Tinder-Quick tabs (10 count)
- a Fresnal Lens Firestarter (x5 magnifier)
- a Coleman magnesium fire starter with striker (sharpened on one side)
- a small tin containing cotton pads soaked in PJ
- and a Bic Lighter
The Cocoon Pouches:
- one I have left empty. The contents vary depending on the trip. I have been known to put a bag of oatmeal and or a bag of rice in there.
the other contains:
- a survival blanket/heat sheet
- a container of wind and water proof matches
- a small vile with a good amount Probably (around 30') of 10 B Test SpiderWire
- a good sized roll of brass snare wire
- 2pieces of fat wood
The front pouch of the bottle holder contains:
- an 8 hour emergency candle wrapped in an MRE Hot Beverage Bag
- a small signal mirror in a protective case
- and a tin that contains
-Pepper
-Sugar
-several packets of Crystal Light beverage mix (various flavors)
-and Iodine water purification Tablets
this pocket also has room to spare if i need it
The main pocket (from the bottom working up) holds:
- an ACU bandana
- a GSI Outdoors Glacial Stainless Bottle Cup
- a Nalgene Guyont Designs 38oz Stainless bottle
- and a Ka-Bar Hobo 3in1 Utensil Set
on my person I usually have a 4-5'' bush craft style fixed blade (soon to be one of Bruce Culberson's Bushcrafters
), a Gerber Diesel, and a PSK attached to my belt. If I am planning on being out overnight or for a longer period of time I will add a normal sized backpack. I like to take my Maxpedition Condor II because i can just attach this bad boy and be on my way.Please let me know if you guys have any recommendations, advice, etc...I am here to learn and always looking for new ideas.
Thanks for taking the time to read this.
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It seems like my bottle holder kit changes as often as the seasons. 
Gen1
Cocoon pouch
Tube sheath
M2 waistpack
This setup works great for quick grab and go hikes in the summer.
Gen2
(2) 4.5X6 padded pouches
Tube sheath
This is great if need a little more room. I carried my belt pouch PSK in one 4.5x6 and used the other for storage. Mostly I would carry some food and a small titanium tri-wing esbit stove so I could make some hot chocolate for the kids and me out on the trail.
Gen3
Cocoon pouch
Tube sheath
4.5X6 padded pouch
TT E&E horizontal pouch (replaced my belt pouch that I put in the other 4.5x6)
Poncho shown attached by the bungie cord I added to the front of the holder.
This is a pretty hardcore setup and is a bit overkill but it allows me to carry my E&E pouch so I can practice with the contents of the PSK.
Something that not clearly shown in the pictures is the secondary strap that I added to the holder. It a stabilizer strap that clips onto one of the d-rings and connects to the main shoulder strap. This strap keep sthe holder from flopping around and also moves the padding on the shoulder strap away from my neck. I also am using an old strap from a montainsmith pack as my primary shoulder strap. Its a ¾ strap but is really nicely padded. I never could get used to the wider straps that most people use. Ill have to take a pic if anyone is interested.
The last comment is that I dont always use the plastic d-rings for strap attachment point. With the different setups, I vary were I attach the strap. Sometimes I even add a d-ring to the molle webbing on a pouch. And other times I attach one strap end to the key ring clip.
PS - That tactical tailor E&E pouch is great!
Gen1
Cocoon pouch
Tube sheath
M2 waistpack
This setup works great for quick grab and go hikes in the summer.
Gen2
(2) 4.5X6 padded pouches
Tube sheath
This is great if need a little more room. I carried my belt pouch PSK in one 4.5x6 and used the other for storage. Mostly I would carry some food and a small titanium tri-wing esbit stove so I could make some hot chocolate for the kids and me out on the trail.
Gen3
Cocoon pouch
Tube sheath
4.5X6 padded pouch
TT E&E horizontal pouch (replaced my belt pouch that I put in the other 4.5x6)
Poncho shown attached by the bungie cord I added to the front of the holder.
This is a pretty hardcore setup and is a bit overkill but it allows me to carry my E&E pouch so I can practice with the contents of the PSK.
Something that not clearly shown in the pictures is the secondary strap that I added to the holder. It a stabilizer strap that clips onto one of the d-rings and connects to the main shoulder strap. This strap keep sthe holder from flopping around and also moves the padding on the shoulder strap away from my neck. I also am using an old strap from a montainsmith pack as my primary shoulder strap. Its a ¾ strap but is really nicely padded. I never could get used to the wider straps that most people use. Ill have to take a pic if anyone is interested.
The last comment is that I dont always use the plastic d-rings for strap attachment point. With the different setups, I vary were I attach the strap. Sometimes I even add a d-ring to the molle webbing on a pouch. And other times I attach one strap end to the key ring clip.
PS - That tactical tailor E&E pouch is great!
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I remember seeing the small .308 as well. I don't have it with me now, because I am still at school in NY, and the gun laws are a little crazy up here, but back at home in NC I have a small pistol in .32 Auto that I think will fit in there, so there are some options out there.
The 3-in-1 Ka-Bar is awesome. It is a little heavier than the Lexan utensil set I was using before, but it makes up for it in the fact that it is so compact. The knife that it comes with i no joke either. It is a lock-back style folder, and after it hit it with the strop a few times it is razor sharp. The little pouch is nice too. It has a belt loop on the back.
In hand for size reference
the belt pouch...it has two loops at the back one that is sized for a regular belt and one that is bigger, i am not sure, but it looks big enough to fit on a pistol belt....don't have one on hand to try it out at the moment.
The 3-in-1 Ka-Bar is awesome. It is a little heavier than the Lexan utensil set I was using before, but it makes up for it in the fact that it is so compact. The knife that it comes with i no joke either. It is a lock-back style folder, and after it hit it with the strop a few times it is razor sharp. The little pouch is nice too. It has a belt loop on the back.
In hand for size reference
the belt pouch...it has two loops at the back one that is sized for a regular belt and one that is bigger, i am not sure, but it looks big enough to fit on a pistol belt....don't have one on hand to try it out at the moment.
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I been thinking of getting this for a while now, but don't know if i should get the 12x5 or 10x4.
Which is better the 12x5 or 10x4 for the stainless bottle to fit inside of it?
What size are the stainless bottle with stainless cup i keep seeing in here?
Which is better the 12x5 or 10x4 for the stainless bottle to fit inside of it?
What size are the stainless bottle with stainless cup i keep seeing in here?