I have three days worth of food and water in the car, in addition to all of my self rescue gear, and pretty much anything else I might need if I have to spend an unexpected weekend in the woods.
Volunteering for search and rescue will do that to a guy, I suppose.
@nogoodwithnames I can go a few days without food. My car, on the other hand, needed the alternator changed on the roadside, and I happened to have that and the tools to do it with me at the time. Vehicle is pretty good to go, for now, as far as roadside emergencies go. Working on my “just so I don’t die” people emergency supplies, now.
Yes. So far only needed the ‘extra’ stuff I add for longer trips; that’s a jerry can with gas and another with water on the roof rack. Water got me to a town when a coolant hose blew, and the gas helped a couple of stranded motorists on separate occasions. The base kit should cover a lot of contingencies but so far I haven’t needed it.
Oh except for once at an overloaded freeway rest stop where the attendant wasn’t there and the rest rooms were out of toilet paper… I keep at least three rolls in the kit since then because neither my wife not I was “allowed” back out with the ones we took in…
My regular driving takes me along routes where the farthest gas station is always less than two miles and usually less than 1/2 mile away and there are always other people around, even at 4 AM. I do carry some “emergency gear,” but it has generally ended up being used to help others (eg. I have been on the receiving end of a “jump” maybe five times, if that).
When travelling farther from civilization or in bad weather, I have added additional stuff (some food and more water, extra batteries for cell phones, etc.)
I have an actual BOB (bugout bag) in my truck with emergency supplies, first aid kit, clothing, knife, flashlight, shovel, water, food bars. Not a prepper, just prepared. Just used it the other day when I was caught on the wrong side of the mountains before the pass closed for a winter storm. I’d rather be overprepared than underprepared for anything.
I had an earthquake emergency kit in my trunk that my company handed out to all employees. One day I noticed mouse droppings on the shelf in the back of my car under the rear windshield. Just opening my trunk I saw nothing out of the ordinary, but as soon as I pulled out the emergency kit, it had a huge hole chewed in it. The little water packets were drained and the big block of protein bars had a good quarter of it gnawed away. I drove that car to work every day. Did they come with me?? They were nowhere to be seen when I discovered their lair, nor could I figure out how they got in there.
@Fuzzalini I had mice stashing pistachios under the hood of my Jeep Wrangler, and a Mustang Cobra had a mouse family live and die somewhere inaccessible. We sprayed a LOT of Febreze before we sold it, that smell lingered for years.
@Fuzzalini They did not just go away, you know that. They are still in the car, in the dark crevices, perhaps in your seat. watching you with their little beady eyes. Staring at you as you drive, concentrating on traffic. They are hungry now, and angry. staring. plotting. patiently waiting for just the right time.
I have a first aid kit and a blanket in case I’m ever stranded and cold… My mother insists on it and I’m almost 30. I also tend to keep a folding chair and cooler in my trunk for those impromptu tailgates.
I have the premium emergency car kits that Meh sold about two year ago. I think they were originally OEM for Nissan/Infiniti and they have pretty good quality tools for the price - I remember the jumper cables being particularly thick gauge. When I’m driving through the desert I carry a gallon of water, otherwise nothing special.
If “Emergency Supply Kit” means a pocket knife and a plastic bag, then yes.
I have three days worth of food and water in the car, in addition to all of my self rescue gear, and pretty much anything else I might need if I have to spend an unexpected weekend in the woods.
Volunteering for search and rescue will do that to a guy, I suppose.
I never thought of it as that, more as “some of the things I might need”, but I guess that’s all an emergency supply kit is
Emergency kit? Yep. That’s how I was able to replace the water pump on my wagon in the Motel 6 parking lot.
@narfcake Impressive.
Jumper/charger, grill, fishing poles, tent, and tire repair and changing kit. That count???
For the car or for me? Cause, I got shit to keep the car goin’ if things get shitty. Me? Not so much, other than something to drink most of the time.
@nogoodwithnames I can go a few days without food. My car, on the other hand, needed the alternator changed on the roadside, and I happened to have that and the tools to do it with me at the time. Vehicle is pretty good to go, for now, as far as roadside emergencies go. Working on my “just so I don’t die” people emergency supplies, now.
@ConradHilton meh sold those last week. they are just tyring to make you feed bad for not buying one.
@Steve7654 well, the joke’s on them, because I DID buy it then. Wait…
Yes. So far only needed the ‘extra’ stuff I add for longer trips; that’s a jerry can with gas and another with water on the roof rack. Water got me to a town when a coolant hose blew, and the gas helped a couple of stranded motorists on separate occasions. The base kit should cover a lot of contingencies but so far I haven’t needed it.
Oh except for once at an overloaded freeway rest stop where the attendant wasn’t there and the rest rooms were out of toilet paper… I keep at least three rolls in the kit since then because neither my wife not I was “allowed” back out with the ones we took in…
My regular driving takes me along routes where the farthest gas station is always less than two miles and usually less than 1/2 mile away and there are always other people around, even at 4 AM. I do carry some “emergency gear,” but it has generally ended up being used to help others (eg. I have been on the receiving end of a “jump” maybe five times, if that).
When travelling farther from civilization or in bad weather, I have added additional stuff (some food and more water, extra batteries for cell phones, etc.)
Apparently winter emergency kits should include cake.
@heartny
/giphy drive with cake
@heartny The cake is a lie!
Getting there. I have gotten a few odd looks when people see I have various blankets, a shovel, bungee cords, garbage bags… Why are you backing away?
@Pixy Don’t forget your hacksaw.
@Pixy Also a book:
@PocketBrain Well, I was thinking more a hatchet. More versatile.
@Pixy You need to add a package of zip ties, because you just never know when you might need a couple.
I keep an earthquake kit in the car. And a tent. Just in case.
I have an actual BOB (bugout bag) in my truck with emergency supplies, first aid kit, clothing, knife, flashlight, shovel, water, food bars. Not a prepper, just prepared. Just used it the other day when I was caught on the wrong side of the mountains before the pass closed for a winter storm. I’d rather be overprepared than underprepared for anything.
I had an earthquake emergency kit in my trunk that my company handed out to all employees. One day I noticed mouse droppings on the shelf in the back of my car under the rear windshield. Just opening my trunk I saw nothing out of the ordinary, but as soon as I pulled out the emergency kit, it had a huge hole chewed in it. The little water packets were drained and the big block of protein bars had a good quarter of it gnawed away. I drove that car to work every day. Did they come with me?? They were nowhere to be seen when I discovered their lair, nor could I figure out how they got in there.
@Fuzzalini I had mice stashing pistachios under the hood of my Jeep Wrangler, and a Mustang Cobra had a mouse family live and die somewhere inaccessible. We sprayed a LOT of Febreze before we sold it, that smell lingered for years.
@Fuzzalini They did not just go away, you know that. They are still in the car, in the dark crevices, perhaps in your seat. watching you with their little beady eyes. Staring at you as you drive, concentrating on traffic. They are hungry now, and angry. staring. plotting. patiently waiting for just the right time.
I have a first aid kit and a blanket in case I’m ever stranded and cold… My mother insists on it and I’m almost 30. I also tend to keep a folding chair and cooler in my trunk for those impromptu tailgates.
@mlord4 I used to keep a blanket. Should start doing that again.
I’ve got an 8 pound sledge hammer, half a floral bedsheet, and a Dell computer running Windows 95. I’m prepared for all kinds of emergencies.
I have the premium emergency car kits that Meh sold about two year ago. I think they were originally OEM for Nissan/Infiniti and they have pretty good quality tools for the price - I remember the jumper cables being particularly thick gauge. When I’m driving through the desert I carry a gallon of water, otherwise nothing special.
Just duct tape, jumper cables, a flash light, flares, whiskey, a couple wrenches, towels and reflectors.
I just keep a copy of Swedish Folk Duo First Aid Kit’s debut album in the glove compartment. It is unopened to ensure freshness.
Yes I have an awshit bag in the trunk.
Food for thought. 15 Things to Keep in Your Car at All Times