What is a bug out bag?

A bug out bag is a pre-packed emergency kit designed to sustain you for 72 hours or more when you need to leave your location quickly. Also called a BOB, go bag, or get home bag depending on the intended use.

How much should a bug out bag weigh?

A general rule is to keep your loaded BOB under 20–25% of your body weight. Most practical setups fall between 25–40 lbs depending on scenario length and individual fitness. A lighter, well-prioritized kit outperforms a heavy kit with filler every time.

What is the difference between a bug out bag and a get home bag?

A bug out bag is built for leaving home and sustaining yourself for multiple days. A get home bag is lighter and optimized for a single mission: getting from wherever you are back to home, typically kept in a vehicle.

Should I buy a pre-made kit or build my own bug out bag?

Pre-made kits are faster to acquire and well-suited for buyers who want a ready solution. Building your own gives you control over every component — weight, quality, and configuration — and is usually the better option for buyers with specific requirements or existing gear.

What is the best bag to use as a bug out bag?

Look for 35–55L capacity, a structured frame, load-bearing hip belt, MOLLE webbing for expansion, and a durable fabric rated for outdoor use. Eberlestock, Condor, 5.11, and Tasmanian Tiger are proven platforms.

Nitecore EDC17 Rechargeable Flashlight White LED, UV & Green Laser

Name: Nitecore EDC17 Rechargeable Flashlight White LED, UV & Green Laser
Brand: Nitecore
SKU: FL-NITE-EDC17
Price: 94.95 USD
Availability: InStock

SKU:

FL-NITE-EDC17

Availability:

Usually Ships in 48 Hours

Description

Description

3-in-1 EDC Flashlight With White Light, UV Light, and Green Laser

Nitecore EDC17 combines a 1500 lumen white light, a UV light, and a green laser pointer into one compact, rechargeable everyday carry tool. Built around Nitecore's UHi 25 LED, the EDC17 throws a beam out to 251 yards while its slim, flat profile keeps it easy to carry in a pocket or clip to a belt or pack.

Features

1500 lumens of maximum white light output reaches up to 251 yards, giving you strong illumination for navigating trails, inspecting gear, or working after dark.
A built-in UV light with three brightness levels helps you authenticate currency, spot stains or bodily fluids, check for counterfeit IDs, or identify certain minerals.
A built-in green laser pointer works independently or alongside the white light, useful for presentations, surveying, or long-distance pointing.
An intuitive three-stage sliding switch paired with a mode button lets you move between brightness levels and light sources quickly and without fumbling.
A built-in 1500mAh battery recharges over USB-C and runs up to 260 hours on the lowest white light setting before needing a charge.
A detachable, high-hardness tip doubles as an emergency tool for glass breakage or self-defense use.
Durable stainless steel construction withstands drops of up to 2 meters and carries an IPX7 waterproof rating for reliable performance in wet conditions.

Modes and Runtime

The EDC17 gives you independent control over each light source. White light runs High at 1500 lumens for 1 hour 45 minutes, Mid at 220 lumens for 3 hours 30 minutes, Low at 50 lumens for 16 hours, and Ultralow at 1 lumen for up to 260 hours. The UV light runs Level 3 at 1350mW for 2 hours, Level 2 at 650mW for 5 hours, and Level 1 at 220mW for 13 hours. The green laser outputs under 5mW and runs for up to 72 hours on a full charge.