How much does your Bug Out Bag weigh?

[LACamper]

I hate to disagree with you Goat...

You live in the city. You don't think a riot can develop quickly? Economic, race riot, etc? How about a disaster at a chemical or nuclear plant (Norco or Taft?) causing a rapid evacuation and the ensuing panic?

 

[GOAT]

Iron bars on the doors and windows on the second floor. That being said there isn't much people would want to get from me being that I am just a poor college kid, **** I might join in If there was a CBERN or HAZMAT type of emergency I don't believe there is much more I could do short of MOPP gear. lol. If I was worried about the next Chernobyl I wouldn't live in a city.
So you could call my outlook about it as, "not likely" and I don't put much worrying into something I have limited control over. I realize that I posted that comment into the wrong section and it was both borderline rude and trolling. I do see myself crapping my pants before the next great rise of the clan or panthers or whatever.

 

[MICLIC]

Hi. I have a 3 day assault pack on the ready. Curious to know what you fellas think about the 1/4 to 1/3rd body weight carrying rule that I read about on some forums. I figure you can over pack (to a reasonable degree) what you can haul for a certain amount of time and distance, while discarding discretionary weight when needed / as you go.

Also - what is your go to " bug out " boot? Considering the situation and available options -> I have a pair of ultra light Converse boots for everyday mobility and some Danner Acadia " Hot" boots for off road. The Converse boots are comfortable, but would not last long in the bush. If the situation calls for only one pair of hush puppies & no options > it's the Danners.

 

[MTregre]

I do not recall what mine weights-in at, but these are my contents. This bag would serve a get home or get out bag and would cater to me having or not having my primary and secondary firearms.
Primary- My AR of course. Her name is Prima
Sidearm- XD40
I really F'd up sidearm- Colt 1911 MKIV Gold Cup

IN BAG - 100rd 5.56, 50rd .40cal, 2 mags .45acp w/ Colt 1911
safety glasses, electronic ear muffs, belt, 100'para cord, 2 bottles water (rotate your water), 1 MREs, 2 Midland radios, Batteries (4 CR123A, 8 AAA, 4 AA in Tynergy cases) small LED maglight, large LED maglight, Green poncho, yellow poncho, water proof matches, ear plugs, magnesium fire starter, Zippo, M4 cleaning kit, 2 pair latex gloves, 2 emergency blankets, red sharpie, Hoppes oil, Hoppes solvent, 1 ammo can, pair of socks, bug bands, toothbrush, tooth paste, alcohol wipes.
Exterior BAG - 50' climbing cord, 2 XD mags in pouch, sm trauma kit, Mechanix fastfit gloves, 6" Cutco knife, hat

This bag holds no cold weather or shelter. I have actually been using it as a quick range bag. I do have a larger bag that can fit most of the above plus a Eureka Spitfire tent and Eureka silvercity sleeping bag along with a change of clothes. I weight 138lbs, and my total weight never passes 200lbs. Bag plus PC w/rifle.

MY bag is nearly 3 years old and has been tested on hikes, single day trips, multiday trips... it has never returned from a trip and not been changed for the next trip. Gear changes, Items come and Items go. Fact is, I still am not happy with it.
SO I too look for recommendations.

 

[Armnhammer]

I have a smaller bag at ~20lbs and a heavier backpack at 50+ lbs.

 

[LACamper]

Miclic,

For boots anywhere in the south I prefer Merrel hiking shoes. Actually, I'd wear those 24/7 if I could get away with it at work!
If you get into really mountainous terrain you might want the extra ankle support of a real boot.

 

[MICLIC]

I just checked out Merrels's website. They have some cool gear. Thanks for the tip - I will look into them more.