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Most people can safely carry 15–25% of their body weight. Fit, trained individuals may exceed this but fatigue and terrain should always be considered.
This table outlines a sample 72-hour bug-out bag configuration including recommended gear, models, and approximate weights.
| Item Category | Example Model | Qty | Weight (oz) | Weight (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backpack | 5.11 Tactical Rush 72 2.0 | 1 | 80 | 2268 |
| Water Filter | Sawyer Mini Water Filter | 1 | 2 | 57 |
| Water Container | Hydro Flask 32oz | 2 | 16 (each) | 454 |
| Shelter | Snugpak Stratosphere Bivy | 1 | 37 | 1049 |
| Fire Kit | Exotac nanoSTRIKER XL + Tinder | 1 kit | 5 | 142 |
| Food | Mountain House Meals (2/day) | 6 | 30 (total) | 850 |
| Knife | Morakniv Bushcraft | 1 | 8 | 227 |
| Multi-tool | Leatherman Wave+ | 1 | 8.5 | 241 |
| First Aid Kit | Adventure Medical Kits Trauma Pak Pro | 1 | 12 | 340 |
| Light | Fenix PD35 Tactical | 1 | 3.2 | 91 |
| Battery Bank | Anker PowerCore 10000 | 1 | 6.5 | 184 |
| Faraday Bag | Mission Darkness Non-Window | 1 | 5 | 142 |
| Comms Tool | Baofeng UV-5R | 1 | 8 | 227 |
| Paracord | 550 Paracord, 100 ft | 1 roll | 6 | 170 |
| Emergency Blanket | SOL Emergency Bivvy | 1 | 3.5 | 99 |
| Change of Clothes | Moisture-wicking base layers | 1 set | 32 | 907 |
| Navigation | Suunto Compass + Paper Maps | 1 set | 4 | 113 |
| Cash & Docs | Ziploc w/ $100 cash + ID copies | 1 kit | 2 | 57 |
| TOTAL WEIGHT | 434.7 oz (27.17 lbs) | 12322.0g (12.3 kg) |