tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post3768592807405279630..comments2023-08-15T06:33:53.114-07:00Comments on Bison Prepper: WNTBTTA 4James M Dakinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01382139289994087931noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-29918262224053813362016-04-24T06:35:45.070-07:002016-04-24T06:35:45.070-07:00Seems sacrificial to be using bacon in such a mann...Seems sacrificial to be using bacon in such a manner.James M Dakinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01382139289994087931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-76063077100871960522016-04-23T16:21:00.110-07:002016-04-23T16:21:00.110-07:00You can have wheels with no bearings. The Mormon ...You can have wheels with no bearings. The Mormon pioneers had handcarts that was wood on wood. You just need grease. I have read several Pioneer journals where they would rub uncooked bacon on the hubs.<br /><br />Idaho HomesteaderAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-21503426933620110452016-04-23T13:28:48.810-07:002016-04-23T13:28:48.810-07:00James I'll look for the paper I have on how to...James I'll look for the paper I have on how to make Plumpy and post it here. I think it's in with all my survival books in the attic, have to get up there tomorrow for some other things and will look for it then<br /><br /><br />Chuck FindlayAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-65594503277208068602016-04-23T06:02:36.065-07:002016-04-23T06:02:36.065-07:00That is an excellent question! I suspect the answ...That is an excellent question! I suspect the answer might have something to do with not having metal bearings for the axles. If you have wood rubbing on wood in such a concentrated spot, that is an superior way to start a fire.John D. Wheelerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16203607452410210779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-40838117489471989492016-04-23T04:46:40.602-07:002016-04-23T04:46:40.602-07:00I drink the heck out of tap water. I figure the e...I drink the heck out of tap water. I figure the extra I'm drinking will help my body filter the crap ( better too much marginal water than too little very good water ). But I admit I could be delusional. The homeless guys volunteering will only drink bottled water. That, along with illicit drugs and lots of adult beverages HAVE to be good for them.James M Dakinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01382139289994087931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-43229054284555055592016-04-23T04:43:22.741-07:002016-04-23T04:43:22.741-07:00I'm flashing back to the You-Tube Stone Age du...I'm flashing back to the You-Tube Stone Age dude making a stone wheel with a hole in the middle, used to make the bow saw type friction fire starter much more efficient. And I've read the Aztecs or someone similar have childrens toys with wheels. It couldn't have been a bizarre concept otherwise, could it?James M Dakinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01382139289994087931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-19522692448559785422016-04-23T04:35:49.085-07:002016-04-23T04:35:49.085-07:00I'd never heard of that before. Thanks.I'd never heard of that before. Thanks.James M Dakinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01382139289994087931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-78675707723354278272016-04-22T19:28:53.009-07:002016-04-22T19:28:53.009-07:00Look on-line for a recipe for "Plumpy Nut&quo...Look on-line for a recipe for "Plumpy Nut" it's a food that is easy to make, last for (I think) 2-years. It's made from powdered milk, peanut butter and a few other things. It is a pretty complete food that was invented to bring starving African children back to good health without needing constant doctor monitoring. They just send pouches home with the kid to eat. <br /><br />I made some (got the recipe from a local survival store) and it taste good. It's messy (peanut butter is the main ingredient in it) but it works for a survival food that you can make yourself from easily found items. <br /><br />I read that some company was selling it in stores next to the peanut butter but I have been unable to find it locally. <br /><br /><br />Chuck Findlay Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-67265028507763122832016-04-22T18:54:20.488-07:002016-04-22T18:54:20.488-07:00lack of wheels.
Once wheels were introduced they a...lack of wheels.<br />Once wheels were introduced they adopted them as quickly as they could, but it was too little too late. JJGreyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06708302086326564665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-41758509559322457952016-04-22T18:53:22.684-07:002016-04-22T18:53:22.684-07:00meh, I dislike the 'stale' taste of most f...meh, I dislike the 'stale' taste of most filtered water, only ozonized water has ever changed my mind on that score, but just a little dilute flavoring and I am all good with it. <br />City Tap water is a no go of course - that junk must be filtered twice...JJGreyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06708302086326564665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-89380579340161568082016-04-22T16:17:17.504-07:002016-04-22T16:17:17.504-07:00I'm reading a book right now where the main ch...I'm reading a book right now where the main character used a travois to bug out -- After the Fall, Jason's Tale by David Nees. Pretty decent book so far. Free with Prime Unlimited.<br /><br />Idaho HomesteaderAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-52131370411985663852016-04-22T14:38:45.532-07:002016-04-22T14:38:45.532-07:00The only thing I can think to give credit for to t...The only thing I can think to give credit for to the military is the one gun rule. Either pistol or rifle, not both. Of course, they do it for all the wrong reasons-prestige and class warfare rather than weight consideration.James M Dakinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01382139289994087931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-42379277670242781262016-04-22T14:35:04.147-07:002016-04-22T14:35:04.147-07:00Not sure why they didn't add wheels to the tra...Not sure why they didn't add wheels to the travois-if wood is dear on the Plains, why wear the poles down? Again, I might be missing something. Lack of surplus grease?James M Dakinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01382139289994087931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-54488871307110993182016-04-22T13:55:00.355-07:002016-04-22T13:55:00.355-07:00I got it down to an 18 pound pack when I was 19 an...I got it down to an 18 pound pack when I was 19 and fit to wrassle bears. That included ammo. Certainly not going to go any heavier now. That was a pack for days of extended travel. Sixbearshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15572224383041421400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-23593820945074922602016-04-22T10:50:58.008-07:002016-04-22T10:50:58.008-07:00One thought: if you absolutely, positively need to...One thought: if you absolutely, positively need to bring along something heavy, borrow an idea from the natives of the North American Plains: a drag sled or travois. Since you're not supporting the weight, just overcoming the friction where the two poles rest on the ground, it's not quite so tiring. Even better is if you have an animal to pull it for you -- a dog should be able to pull 20-30 pounds. Wheels would of course make it even easier.John D. Wheelerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16203607452410210779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-85233088358049375752016-04-22T07:11:18.520-07:002016-04-22T07:11:18.520-07:00REPEAT...DO NOT EMULATE THE MILITARY !!!
Sound adv...REPEAT...DO NOT EMULATE THE MILITARY !!!<br />Sound advise my friend.Spudhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00689059709873763146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-58436423504579124892016-04-22T05:31:13.508-07:002016-04-22T05:31:13.508-07:00I always felt that if you needed Kool-Aid ( or wha...I always felt that if you needed Kool-Aid ( or whatever ) to mask the taste of water purifiers, you were drinking poison. Granted, for weight they are better than a big filter, but if you have a straw filter for the field, for emergencies, that should weigh near enough to a bottle of purifier and drink mixes combined.James M Dakinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01382139289994087931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-26909897940861183672016-04-22T05:27:41.441-07:002016-04-22T05:27:41.441-07:00I had both issued to me-Rats in Basic, MRE at duty...I had both issued to me-Rats in Basic, MRE at duty stations. They taste exactly the same, IMO.James M Dakinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01382139289994087931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-3107164196839584582016-04-21T19:22:30.592-07:002016-04-21T19:22:30.592-07:00I've never even seen an MRE in person, only pi...I've never even seen an MRE in person, only pictures. However I had more than my fair share of C-rats, circa 1974-1978. I got used to em, but I don't miss em.ghostsniperhttp://www.deadcenter.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-66119827430269265762016-04-21T16:06:01.121-07:002016-04-21T16:06:01.121-07:00If you need energy and storability, you cant beat ...If you need energy and storability, you cant beat hard candy. Enough flavor to make it palatable, enough sugar to pack in the calories. Maybe something to make the water palatable as well after filtering or adding purifying tablets, Gatorade drink mixes, hot cocoa, tea, instant coffee packs, etc. all have advantages and should also be considered in a light irregular infantry pack or "good" bag. <br />The point of both types of bags is maximum mobility over a short term- energy and hydration count, vitamins, fiber, fats, etc. should be consumed only when you have a base camp setup - which is a whole other issue, at that point you should be eating as close to healthy as possible. <br />For a "GOOD" bag, essential paperwork and bribery material should be brought as well, and for both that and light irregular infantry a pack should have a quick trauma fixings and water/water purification setup. Add in appropriate security and knife like tool (maybe a knife?) and weather appropriate clothing and you are set. that total load out should be under 20lbs INCLUDING clothing (don't forget the gloves, hat, sunscreen, bug repellent, and sunglasses as part of the clothing - but those don't have to be IN the pack just put on before beginning the trip, and then left behind). JJGreyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06708302086326564665noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-88678342949141045092016-04-21T14:16:16.631-07:002016-04-21T14:16:16.631-07:00I MIGHT disagree with the last thought. Drought s...I MIGHT disagree with the last thought. Drought saw poppy production replace wheat. Far less water for poppy than wheat. If trade takes too hard of a blow ( and I'm not saying it will in those tribal areas, but rather in the distant lands that are the opium customers ), farmers might be disadvantaged with that trade-off. I don't have any detailed facts, just generalizations, so I might be missing something.James M Dakinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01382139289994087931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-84674396470343621322016-04-21T14:05:53.034-07:002016-04-21T14:05:53.034-07:00"Having" a big comfy pack that can carry..."Having" a big comfy pack that can carry a load to crush the spine of a 19 year old Marine, and filling it to that capacity as a semi-broken semi-old man in hungry-walking times, are different things. I like the barely-obsolete ILBE pack (no "A-Salt" pack or external expansion pouches)for the good suspension & Devil Dog resistant construction, even though it's not the lightest-possible rig. The extra room is great for fluffy cold-weather gear or "salvaging" post-disaster.<br /><br />Agree that "Light Infantry" should be very light, and mobile, the opposite of current US infantry who are delivered on vehicles and "do movement" in hundreds of yards due to crushing weight of armor/gear for every contingency and "mass-fire" quantity of ammo in case of contact. <br /><br />Afghan self-defense forces make do with a couple shots and advancing rearward to friendly/known ground. These guys are so light, they don't wear uniforms. Betcha collapse of global economy makes no difference outside of Afghan cities. Poppies will still grow. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-15346009305226144452016-04-21T13:58:24.082-07:002016-04-21T13:58:24.082-07:00You should try the dry Ramen. With or without the...You should try the dry Ramen. With or without the salted flavor pack. Surprisingly good.James M Dakinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01382139289994087931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-395740649102873302016-04-21T13:56:51.019-07:002016-04-21T13:56:51.019-07:00Something the military never shared with us. Of c...Something the military never shared with us. Of course, with their training we would have been dead prior to constipation anyway.James M Dakinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01382139289994087931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2686829448547770092.post-66227270585554579682016-04-21T13:55:34.503-07:002016-04-21T13:55:34.503-07:00Best shape of my life, eating like a pig, end of b...Best shape of my life, eating like a pig, end of basic training. Upon shouldering the regular weight pack, I immediately have tears come to my eyes-it is that painful. Now march with it for miles. You can't have any situational awareness with that load. That is what the army wants from its infantry. Do NOT emulate the military.James M Dakinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01382139289994087931noreply@blogger.com