A bugout bag is your insurance policy against short-term emergencies. It stores all the essential survival gear you’d need to survive in an unfamiliar setting during unsettling events.
Preppers debate whether to use a pre-built disaster kit or craft their own. However, pre-built kits are often jack of all trades, master of none.
1. Condor Tactical Response Bag
A bug out bag, also known as a go bag or 72-hour kit is an arrangement of gear and commodities to help you get out of a disaster area on foot and travel to a safe destination. They typically include food, water, shelter, tools, first aid and more.
Do you know, what should be in your bugout bag! The best bug out bags are made of high-quality materials and designed for tactical use. They’re lightweight but durable with plenty of pockets and compartmentalized storage that can be customized with MOLLE, ALICE or hook and loop attachments. They also feature a wide range of utility pouches and a padded shoulder strap.
A survival knife is a critical piece of gear for any bug out bag. You need a knife that is easy to carry and can be used for a variety of utility purposes.
2. REEBOW GEAR 3 Day Assault Pack
If you’re going on a long trek, you need a rucksack that is sturdy and comfortable to carry. The capacity of this pack is around 50 liters, which means it can easily hold all your gear.
It is also perfect for airsoft, as it can carry extra airsoft BBs, a green gas cylinder, and other equipment. The hydration system can fit a 2-liter bladder, and the backpack also features MOLLE webbing so you can attach additional tactical pouches to it.
The REEBOW GEAR 3 Day Assault Pack is made from water-resistant and high-density fabric, making it durable and reliable. It comes in several different colors, so you can choose the one that best matches your personality. The large army backpack has two main compartments and a front pocket to store your belongings.
3. Vulture-II Tactical Backpack
The Vulture-II from Maxpedition is designed to haul a lot of gear. It has a huge 2100 cubic inch 34 liter carry capacity and 3 generous compartments. But its size does not infringe on comfort. It’s a great backpack for rucking, land nav and other military or law enforcement uses.
GORUCK’s GR2 is the standard for many and was loved (before the price hike) by anyone who didn’t mind a heavy, expensive pack built to last decades backed up by GORUCK’s Scars Program.
But for those wanting a similar bag at a much more reasonable price the Greenroom136 is worth looking at. It’s inspired by military medic packs and has a reputation for durability and function. It also has a more minimalist look than other tactical backpacks with less of the clickbait MOLLE webbing.
4. Eberlestock Halftrack Backpack
This bag is a double duty rucksack backpack that is made of high-quality materials. It is perfect for hunters or outdoorsmen and can hold a large amount of equipment. It is also light and easy to carry. It has a compartment for carrying a bow or rifle.
The interior of this military-style backpack is loaded with tuck pouches in varying sizes and has MOLLE-style Padlock webbing racks inside and out. It has a fold-down shelf to divide the main compartment into upper and lower chambers. Two 3-liter hydration kits fit in side pockets or in the sleeves inboard of the long outer pockets. A plastic mesh flap on the rear wall of the main compartment serves as a radio rack with large openings for antennae.
5. Rush 72 Tactical Backpack
The Rush 72 backpack is the largest in 5.11 Tactical’s Rush line. It has a monumental 55 liters of storage space and features compartments for electronics, survival gear, eyewear, hydration, camping equipment, and firearms.
It is made of highly durable, water-resistant 1,050-denier nylon. The zippers and metal grommets have been coated for resistance to corrosion.
The RUSH 72 is designed for three days of survival and bugging out in rugged terrain. It’s big enough to hold all your clothes and gear but small enough that it’ll fit on the back of a plane without any questions asked. It also has extensive molle compatible webbing so you can hang additional pouches and accessories for added functionality.
6. Eberlestock Sandpiper Tactical Backpack
This long range bugout bag is designed to hold everything you need for a multi-day trek into the wild. It has multiple compression straps and tie downs, MOLLE pouches and a hydration pocket. It also expands to accommodate additional gear. It’s also airline carry-on friendly and has a tuck away shoulder harness and waist belt for comfortable carrying.
A great bugout bag has to be able to withstand a lot of weight over unpredictable terrain and distances. Cheap backpacks will quickly fall apart and not be able to handle the load. However, a top quality military backpack is an excellent option that will last for years to come. This backpack is built with a lot of PALS compatible webbing on the front panel, so you can add extra modular pouches as needed.
7. 5.11 Tactical Backpack
A bugout bag is intended to carry all your critical survival supplies in a single container that you can carry on your back. Because of this, it’s a vital piece of gear that should be well thought out and built with quality materials. The last thing you want is for the backpack to fall apart when you need it the most.
These tactical backpacks are primarily designed for long distance travel and feature plenty of pockets to hold all your gear and equipment. They also have a padded floating laptop sleeve to protect your electronics and ensure you can stay productive even when you’re on the move.
Many preppers plan to bug out by foot, so the backpacks should be able to comfortably support you while you hike long distances. Look for backpacks with padded back panels and breathable mesh shoulder straps that reduce sweating and keep you comfortable on the go.
