The Best First Aid Kit for a Bug Out Bag in 2022
It is our opinion here at Rugged Man that one should custom make their first aid kits.
A solid first aid kit should be one that is built up by the user to the user’s design, and based on the user’s needs.
However, starting with a really solid pre-made base kit, then morphing and manipulating that kit, is a great way to come out with a plan and method that will last you for years to come.
However, one should never use a cheapo kit as your base. Build with quality in mind, even if you have to build slowly.
I personally really enjoy building survival kits of ALL kinds, from the bottom to the top. However, today we’re going to focus a little less on building a first aid kit and more on the pre-fab side of things.
If you’re the type who does not enjoy spending time building out your preparedness lifestyle, then this article is for you and it is more important than ever for you to choose a high quality first aid kit!
One company in particular that I have been impressed with recently is My Medic. Their kits are absolutely rock solid!! They have a wide array of specialized kits to choose from and all of their kits are made right here in the USA and from high grade material!
This company is working from the heart. I say this because their story starts with the loss of a loved one. This tragic story, as with a lot of life’s start-ups, begins with tragedy and a hard lesson a family had to learn to place preparedness in first aid as a top priority.
Driven by this, My Medic has gone on to build a fine strong business, backed with honor and integrity.
Here is a link to their story.
What Is the Best Survival First Aid Kit?
Well, “it depends”. First, you want to take a look at your life and decide what is best for you and your’s.
One of the many great things about My Medic is that they have very specialized first aid kits (like their Range and Hunting First Aid Kits for example) for just about every occasion.
And, with a little swapping out here and their and some small tweaks, you’re bound to find something that will work perfectly for your needs.
No matter what you’re lifestyle entails, you should always prepare your kit with some serious trauma implements and treatments like big bandages and dressings, a few suture kits, and some methods to stop major bleeding.
Just because you’re not an adventure junkie doesn’t mean you’re not going to endure a major disaster or catastrophe. Prepare for the worst to hopefully come out the best.
Choosing a rock solid first aid kit is not cheap. If you’re not able to spend at least $100 on a basic kit to get started, you may want to consider starting by building out you’re own, slowly but surely, with good quality gear and supplies.
This will serve you better in the end, rather than throwing down $30 on a bag of junk.
Choosing the right first aid kit is one of the most important pieces of a solid bug out bag, or any survival bag for that matter.
You’ll want to tread the line on having everything that you feel you may need, while keeping in mind that you don’t want to way yourself down in the process.
Your decision when it comes to your FAK, as it is of utmost importance, can be one of the most time consuming and difficult tasks in putting together your bug out bag.
With that in mind, let’s turn over some of that responsibility to My Medic and get started on the search for The Best First Aid Kit for a Bug Out Bag in 2022!
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The Top 3 Bug Out Bag First Aid Kits in 2022
The Medic
Carrying The Medic is like carrying a emergency room on your back. it has all supplies you need from a minor to a major incident. What is there to say, really? It's got it all!
This is not the kit for a solo or 2 to 3 person situation, really. However, if you have a large enough family with at least one capable member of that family that could haul this kit, it may prove beneficial.
By dividing up duties of “who’s gonna carry what”, this could easily be done and may make perfect sense. The more people, the more the chance of someone getting hurt, but also, more the backs to carry important supplies.
The Medic: First Aid Kit also doubles as the perfect primary house first aid kit for when bugging in or any old day.
The molded comfort back panel provides semi-rigid, custom-fitting support, for maximum performance; adjustable padded shoulder straps, with sternum cinch and adjustable waist belt, ensuring this pack will stay with you and balance the load even in the most rigorous conditions. Side and top straps allow you to compress or expand depending on the load. Multiple inner pockets to organize and separate contents.
The Medic: First Aid Kit is made to rugged military standards with lots of MOLLE straps to add on whatever you need.
For a detailed look into what’s inside, click here on this downloadable PDF to see a complete list!
FEATURES & SPECS:
Full Length Zipper - The extended zipper on this bag allows it to open completely and lay flat. This enables you to quickly view and access the Life-Saving Supplies inside.
Dual Compartments - This is no ordinary backpack. With two main compartments and integrated modular organization, it's almost too easy to find the products you're after. Just be sure to put them back where you got 'em from.
Padded and Ventilated Back Panel - The Medic is basically a small hospital. When you're carrying that around on your back, you want comfort. That's why we included a padded and ventilated back panel, as well as a sternum strap and a waist strap.
Molle Straps and Velcro - We included these high quality molle straps and velcro patches. Just in case you wanted to add more to this kit...but on the outside. So go ahead, attach whatever suits your fancy.
Oversized Zipper - The last thing you want in an emergency situation is a stuck zipper. We thought of that. So we put the largest, highest quality zippers we could find on this kit. Go ahead, try to get it to snag.
Two Upper Handles - Double the hand holds? Why not. This feature gives you peace of mind when one-hand carrying this behemoth of a kit (you show-off). As an added feature, you can hang The Medic from these straps.
Dimensions - 21” X 13” x 13”
Weight - 8165 - 10,886 g
The Recon is our personal favorite on the list today. We here at Rugged Man love the mobile and efficient design the Recon has to offer, while not skimping on a damn thing!
The Recon is a medium-sized First Aid Kit and comes fully stocked with the best supplies available today in it’s field. It can also accommodate 5+ people if necessary!
It's designed to carry everything you'll need, no matter where you are or what you're doing. Outdoors, indoors, or no doors, The Recon is ready. Are you?
For a detailed look into what’s inside, click here on this downloadable PDF to see a complete list!
FEATURES & SPECS:
Multiple Compartments - This is no ordinary backpack. With multiple compartments and integrated modular organization, it's almost too easy to find the products you're after. Just be sure to put them back where you got 'em from.
Heavy Duty Sling - Made to last. This shoulder strap is high quality and heavy duty. Adjustable and comfortable to wear.
Padded Back Panel - Whether you're out on the job, or exploring the wilderness, you want comfort. That's why we included a padded back panel, free of charge.
Mesh Pouches - The Recon includes several mesh pouches and pockets so you can easily see your First Aid Supplies.
Mag Pouches - With a total of 3 Mag Pouches (2 small, 1 large), it's easy to store extra ammo, knives or even a Go-Gurt!
Dimensions - 12.5” x 8.5” x 7.25”
Weight - 2100 - 2880 g
The MyFAK (My First Aid Kit) was designed with three goals: Adaptive - Functional - Indestructible. This First Aid Kit can be used anywhere from a day at the park with the kids, a multi-day backpacking adventure, or off-road in your Jeep. If you're out there, the MyFAK will be there for you.
The MyFAK (My First Aid Kit) will cater to 2 - 5 people and like any kit, can be modified, and is ideal for home use, off-grid camping, car kit, or even motorcycle riding. This compact kit fits just about anywhere!
For a detailed look into what’s inside, click here on this downloadable PDF to see a complete list!
FEATURES & SPECS:
Tear-Away Back Panel - In an emergency situation, speed is the most important factor. This rip-away design enables you to grab your MyFAK without any unbuckling.
Velcro Backing - Because of it's Velcro backing, the MyFAK bag can be easily secured to any loose knit fabric. (e.g. the rear of a car seat, or your grandma's sweater)
Buttoned Straps - The two buttoned Molle straps on the back of the MyFAK bag are perfect for attaching this Kit to another bag... or whatever your heart desires.
Heavy Duty Handle - Made to last. This handle is high quality and heavy duty. Designed to be easy to grab and easily attachable.
Tri-Fold Design - We created this bag to give you quick access to your First Aid Supplies. This tri-fold design makes it easy to see what you need, when you need it.
Oversized Zipper - The last thing you want in an emergency situation is a stuck zipper. We thought of that. So we put the largest, highest quality zipper we could find on this Kit. Go ahead, try to get it to snag.
Molle Straps and Velcro - We included these high quality molle straps and velcro patches. Just in case you wanted to add more to this kit...but on the outside. So go ahead, attach whatever suits your fancy.
Dimensions - 7.5” x 6.5” x 5”
Weight - 975 - 1275 g
“As a family we came together and started MyMedic with one objective in mind, to save lives. Our goal is to prepare everyone with equipment and training for the unexpected emergency. We discovered that most people are not prepared for emergencies. It’s an unfortunate reality. Life can be gone in an instant, but if you had the power to prevent a loss, you would take it in a heartbeat.”
— My Medic
If you have never experienced a traumatic event or losing someone to a traumatic event, it can be hard to put preparedness into perspective.
Even if you have never experienced a smaller event that turned out at most to just be a major inconvenience, but if you’d been prepared, life would have been a lot easier and still you may not be able to put preparedness into perspective.
So you have to trust in those of us who have experienced these types of things in life. Listening to and taking heed to stories of survival can be a simple but very important piece to your own survival story one day.
We hope here at Rugged Man that our list today will help you in your preparedness journey. Just simply making your way over to My Medic to take a look around may pack the knowledge you’re looking for.
Until next time, be well and take care of each other! And, remain Rugged!
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