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ever wanted some LBE that wasn't so military looking?
i was asked by a member here to show my load-out on my RIBZ pack that i mentioned in another thread.
here's the general idea of the system in question.
[youtube]H1r_cGe9wpM[/youtube]
i don't have all my trash together right now, as i prepare to go out after Christmas, but a close friend of mine went out in the snow in New York State last week, and posted on another wilderness forum, so i thought you'd like to see his set-up for snow up there. i go lighter on the med kits than he does, but he has to go where the fighting is quite regularly, and needs to evaluate the RIBZ as something clandestine or something (i guess, i dunno - he has real tactical grade LBE at his disposal).
my grab-and-go RIBZ, which is identical to the model pictured, has an ECO hawk pouch on the back currently (not sure if i like it there yet), and i am also carrying the ATAX in the front, as i experiment with composite handles on the two of them.
i like that i can wear the RIBZ under a shirt or jacket and no one notices. that could be handy. it actually has been handy, in ways that you might divine by the video above.
the thin material of the black 420 RIBZ, and the fact that there are no funky clunky pockets, allows it to roll up when empty, and can get stashed in my GI Buttpack, which is my usual possibles bag. - they go together well in hot weather.
Camelback-type backpacks and RIBZ are nice when you need more stability, or junk to come with you in winter IMHO, when still going relatively-light.
i like the increased freedom of movement of RIBZ over a beltline and drop-leg auxiliary load-out system.
YMMV.
.........
here's the link to the other thread where my buddy posted, if no one minds, to give proper respect.
http://www.hoodswoods.net/IVB/index.php?act=Post&CODE=02&f=16&t=36567&qpid=427522
here's the key post, from my friend, who has a lot of Arctic Survival experience.
i discovered RIBZ a couple months ago from a Canadian friend that found them online. (one extra point for Canada, eh.)
http://www.ribzwear.com/
i was surprised to learn that the inventor of RIBZ grew up a half block away from my house - small world. the owner's name is Ray, and we have had some fun together since we met, both being spearfishing and survival skills fiends. - pretty nice meeting a bud that has solid skills, which is the only reason i gave his product a break actually. - i am used to hearing the Tarzan or Rambo comments whenever i solve something with some EDC kit that would be obvious to anyone here probably. - with brother ray, i thought he might know something, and it sure turns out that he did; he consulted with SEALs and SFG guys, amongst others, who have some definite opinions on LBE, as all us grunts can empathize with.
at any rate;
the shelters in my brother's list are sourced from here, if anyone wants to know, i like the bags as i think they are a good value, especially when passing out kits for Christmas (which i always do, no you can't have one).
http://www.bepreparedtosurvive.com/ShelterProducts.htm
those orange bags are extra-big. real nice to line with leaves and sleep in the inner one, if you have to. this lady is another buddy, and she is six feet tall, to give you some idea of the bag's size.
i don't have any financial interest in RIBZ, but brother rayzor is becoming a good friend, with an iron-clad guarantee on his product.
if you contact him through his site, drop my name and he will probably take pity on ya for having to suffer me.
'can't guarantee anything else though....
the black RIBZ are supposed to be ultralight, but they are tough. i have spearfished with them. they worked well up in Sonoma County a month or so ago while i was diving for abalone in them, while they were full of rocks as experimental ballast. i walked a couple miles in them that way - very comfy, i might never go back to weight belts, though RIBZ are intended to just carry under ten pounds, according to the RIBZ site, as an augment to a daypack for better balance on hikes.
there is also a new, quieter 600 Denier Mossy Oak camo version that the bowhunters are going nuts over. i just got one, i couldn't help myself. any reason to bowhunt is a good one IMHO.
all RIBZ have internal pockets on each side that look about the size of an M4 magazine. - good for holding your main tools.
the thing i like the RIBZ for most is they are ready to mod for your personal wants and needs. i'm going to add some dummy cords, and maybe some loops on the outside for using like a possible bag. a lot of folks are sick of waiting for the exact thing they need, and are modding more.
i think that's excellent.
old school.
it's a decent system for the Ultralighters, or just for woodsbumming without looking too serious.
HTH.
vec
i was asked by a member here to show my load-out on my RIBZ pack that i mentioned in another thread.
here's the general idea of the system in question.
[youtube]H1r_cGe9wpM[/youtube]
i don't have all my trash together right now, as i prepare to go out after Christmas, but a close friend of mine went out in the snow in New York State last week, and posted on another wilderness forum, so i thought you'd like to see his set-up for snow up there. i go lighter on the med kits than he does, but he has to go where the fighting is quite regularly, and needs to evaluate the RIBZ as something clandestine or something (i guess, i dunno - he has real tactical grade LBE at his disposal).
my grab-and-go RIBZ, which is identical to the model pictured, has an ECO hawk pouch on the back currently (not sure if i like it there yet), and i am also carrying the ATAX in the front, as i experiment with composite handles on the two of them.
i like that i can wear the RIBZ under a shirt or jacket and no one notices. that could be handy. it actually has been handy, in ways that you might divine by the video above.
the thin material of the black 420 RIBZ, and the fact that there are no funky clunky pockets, allows it to roll up when empty, and can get stashed in my GI Buttpack, which is my usual possibles bag. - they go together well in hot weather.
Camelback-type backpacks and RIBZ are nice when you need more stability, or junk to come with you in winter IMHO, when still going relatively-light.
i like the increased freedom of movement of RIBZ over a beltline and drop-leg auxiliary load-out system.
YMMV.
.........
here's the link to the other thread where my buddy posted, if no one minds, to give proper respect.
http://www.hoodswoods.net/IVB/index.php?act=Post&CODE=02&f=16&t=36567&qpid=427522
here's the key post, from my friend, who has a lot of Arctic Survival experience.
Here are a couple pics of my RIBZ set up from my last survival trip along w/ a list of contents. At 4 pounds 8 ounces it isnt perfect, but provides peace of mind. Like many of you, I carry so many other things on my person that Im not going to bother to list. I think you get the idea. I also try to make a practice of not using these listed items when out unless needed. The exception would be the navigation group, light and knives/tools. I carry other stuff to fulfill my needs. Most the items need no explanation, but feel free to ask away if needed.
Shelter
2 orange trash bags
50 550 cord
Space blanket bag
Fire
Doan magnesium bar
Nato waterproof matches
Lighter
4 wet fire cubes
20 cotton balls w/ Vaseline
4x Fresnal magnifier lens
Water
16oz nalgene
Aqua-pouch plus w/ micropur tabs
Signal
Signal mirror
Whistle
Medical
First-aid kit
Blow out kit
Tourniquet
Light
Surefire Saint
3 extra batteries
LED light
Navigation
GPS w/ 2 extra sets up batteries
Map of area
Compass
Knives/tools
SAK
Gerber saw
Food
2 Kashi bars
4 Emergen-C packs
Multi-purpose
Duct tape
Brass wire
Fishing kit
20 glow in the night string
1 pair of rubber gloves
3 Aluminum foil
I enjoyed the RIBZ setup. Theyre easy to use and fun to make your own. For me I found it easier to put items in Ziplocs. It is difficult to see what youre reaching for while wearing the RIBZ. Now I just reach in and pull out the whole bag. I had room for my camera also. They might be a bit noisy, but I didnt notice them too much and I wasnt out sneaking around anyway. For the cost they are quite handy, just grab and go.
Cheers,
Kodiaksurvival
i discovered RIBZ a couple months ago from a Canadian friend that found them online. (one extra point for Canada, eh.)
http://www.ribzwear.com/
i was surprised to learn that the inventor of RIBZ grew up a half block away from my house - small world. the owner's name is Ray, and we have had some fun together since we met, both being spearfishing and survival skills fiends. - pretty nice meeting a bud that has solid skills, which is the only reason i gave his product a break actually. - i am used to hearing the Tarzan or Rambo comments whenever i solve something with some EDC kit that would be obvious to anyone here probably. - with brother ray, i thought he might know something, and it sure turns out that he did; he consulted with SEALs and SFG guys, amongst others, who have some definite opinions on LBE, as all us grunts can empathize with.
at any rate;
the shelters in my brother's list are sourced from here, if anyone wants to know, i like the bags as i think they are a good value, especially when passing out kits for Christmas (which i always do, no you can't have one).
http://www.bepreparedtosurvive.com/ShelterProducts.htm
those orange bags are extra-big. real nice to line with leaves and sleep in the inner one, if you have to. this lady is another buddy, and she is six feet tall, to give you some idea of the bag's size.
i don't have any financial interest in RIBZ, but brother rayzor is becoming a good friend, with an iron-clad guarantee on his product.
if you contact him through his site, drop my name and he will probably take pity on ya for having to suffer me.
'can't guarantee anything else though....the black RIBZ are supposed to be ultralight, but they are tough. i have spearfished with them. they worked well up in Sonoma County a month or so ago while i was diving for abalone in them, while they were full of rocks as experimental ballast. i walked a couple miles in them that way - very comfy, i might never go back to weight belts, though RIBZ are intended to just carry under ten pounds, according to the RIBZ site, as an augment to a daypack for better balance on hikes.
there is also a new, quieter 600 Denier Mossy Oak camo version that the bowhunters are going nuts over. i just got one, i couldn't help myself. any reason to bowhunt is a good one IMHO.
all RIBZ have internal pockets on each side that look about the size of an M4 magazine. - good for holding your main tools.
the thing i like the RIBZ for most is they are ready to mod for your personal wants and needs. i'm going to add some dummy cords, and maybe some loops on the outside for using like a possible bag. a lot of folks are sick of waiting for the exact thing they need, and are modding more.
i think that's excellent.
old school.
it's a decent system for the Ultralighters, or just for woodsbumming without looking too serious.
HTH.
vec
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