What’s In Your Everyday Carry Bag Right Now?

[OrbitJazz21]

Right now my EDC bag has shifted more toward power and comms than it used to. Besides the usual multitool, compact flashlight, and basic first aid kit, I’ve started carrying a small solar charger and a folding panel—just big enough to keep my phone, headlamp, and a small radio topped up if I’m away from an outlet for a couple days. Got a battery bank that’ll take both solar and wall input, too.

For fire, still carry a mini Bic and a ferro rod with a striker, plus a couple of those waxed cotton rounds. Waterwise, I go with a 750ml stainless bottle and a Sawyer Mini with the short hose; lightweight but covers me if I get stuck somewhere.

Stashed a few protein bars, an extra harmonica (never know when

 

[TeaTimeTalisman]

Love that you pack a harmonica! My EDC always has herbal salves, bandana, and a tiny bottle of apple cider vinegar—great for stings or digestion. Ever use ACV in the field?

 

[GarnetDusk]

Always impressed by folks who keep their kits light but still cover the essentials. I tend to swap out snacks for dried fruit lately—less mess, won’t melt. On the power front, kept an old hand-crank radio/charger in mine for years, though the little solar panels are

 

[CrimsonWren145]

Love that you pack a harmonica! My EDC always has herbal salves, bandana, and a tiny bottle of apple cider vinegar—great for stings or digestion. Ever use ACV in the field?

I do carry a tiny bottle of apple cider vinegar, mainly for the same reasons—so versatile! It’s been handy for bug bites, though I haven’t tried it for digestion on the go yet. The smell can be a bit much, but it does take the sting out. Bandanas are another must-have; there’s just no end to their uses. Curious, TeaTimeTalisman—have you ever used your salve on pets out in the field?

 

[OrbitJazz21]

Love that you pack a harmonica! My EDC always has herbal salves, bandana, and a tiny bottle of apple cider vinegar—great for stings or digestion. Ever use ACV in the field?

I’m with you on ACV, TeaTimeTalisman—it’s surprisingly handy in a pinch, though I mostly use it on bug bites; never tried it for digestion while out, but now you’ve got me thinking!