Essential Carry
& Equipment
From the best budget backpacks and crossbody bags to messenger bags, we got your tactical and practical needs covered. We have also got great ideas on what to stuff in it.
The best backpacks and bags
for camping trekking and the apocalypse
Essential Carry backpacks and bags to ensure you have all your essentials close to hand
Kriega KRU20 Backpack
Well-respected motorcycle brand, large capacity and tough backpack
Oakley Big Backpack
34L strong backpack, plenty of pockets fit’s laptop. Featured in Book of Eli
TUDEQU Sling Bag
This compact crossbody pack fits more than you’d think
Messenger Bag
Look like you have just stepped out of the wasteland with this bag.
Hip-drop leg bag
Canvas Drop Leg Bag, have essential items at your finger tips.
Seibertron Tactical Bag
Assault Gear Sling Pack. Lightweight Range Bag
Flinttronic tactical
Perfect for traveling light with enough room for the essentials.
Tactical Bottle Pouch
MOLLE Hydration Pack: Hiking, Biking, or outrunning Hordes
best budget backpacks
I’ve found the KROSER Travel Laptop Backpack to be an outstanding mix of style, practicality, and durability, making it the perfect companion for professionals, students, and outdoor enthusiasts like myself. It’s crafted from high-quality, water-resistant ballistic fabric, which not only keeps my gear safe from the elements but also presents a sleek look suitable for various environments. The backpack is spacious enough to fit a 17.3-inch laptop and boasts a generous 44-litre capacity, yet it never feels too bulky, and Ideal for carry-on luggage.
What I particularly love about this backpack is its thoughtful design that prioritises organisation and easy access. I can neatly store everything from my tech gadgets to personal items. The hard shell section is a feature I find incredibly useful for protecting fragile items, and the secret pocket at the back is perfect for securely stashing my cash and important documents like my passport.
The ergonomic design, featuring a padded back and straps, along with the handy USB port for charging on the go (though the power bank isn’t included), makes it a breeze to carry around all day. Whether I’m heading to work, university, embarking on a business trip, or heading out on a road trip, this backpack proves to be versatile and sturdy.
What’s truly impressive is that it offers all these premium features at a surprisingly affordable price, truly the best budget backpack I have found. It’s become my go-to choice for a reliable, all-in-one backpack solution, perfect for a wide range of activities.
Now I have the perfect backpack what should go in my “Go-Bag?“
44 ltr
Flight Bag
Hidden Features
EDC
Keep it on you
Direct from the wasteland
Henley
Savage Island
Shemagh
Victorinox Swiss Card
13 functions. Blade, Screwdriver, Scissors, Magnifier, pen.
Leatherman Skeletool
Heavy-duty multipurpose DIY multi-tool with 7 essential
Screwdriver Pen
ARROWMAX Precision Built in Screwdriver Set, 22-in-1
Gisaae Led Torch
Flashlight, 10000 lumens, Battery or recharge, Powerbank, 5 modes
Mini First Aid Kit
101 pieces, hospital-grade medical supplies, Water-resistant
Water Purification
Aquatabs, water treatment Tablets 1 Tablet = 1.2 ltr
Ember Rock Firesteel
Fire Starter, Ferrocerium Rod 152mm x 12.7mm
Insulated Water Bottle
Mininoo insulated water bottle, cold 24hr and hot 12hrs
Collapsible container
Water is Essential in the wasteland: 15L collapsible Carrier.
Guzzoline Jerry Can
Your wheels are your life, but without fuel your dead!
Helikon-Tex Poncho
Poncho and shelter – 210 x 145 cm / 83 x 57 in. Weight: 1.1 lb
Survival Bracelet
Flint Steel, Paracord Compass, Whistle
Ratchet Socket Wrench
Make essential repairs on the go, with this compact socket set.
True Utility FishFace
EDC Key Ring Multitool, 18 tools in one. Attach it to your bag for easy access
Zip Ties
Zip ties are a useful essential to help fix/repair or tie up captives!
Duct Tape
Duct tape is essential for all back packs. 3 pack, 48mmx 45m.
Sunglasses:
Your Ultimate Apocalypse Accessory
Apocalypse? I’ll need more than snazzy shades! Sunglasses are your go-to for shielding against nature’s fury. Shades are essential in a post-apocalyptic world, shielding your eyes from the blazing sun on scorched, zombie-infested terrains and protecting against blinding glares and dust storms. With the right pair, you can spot threats and navigate unpredictable landscapes, all while keeping debris at bay.
Shades allow you to face challenges with obvious coolness while subtly hiding your nervousness from human enemies. But let’s be honest, as the world descends into chaos, we ought to look like movie stars as we survive it.
Survive The Reel
Bringing a touch of Hollywood to your next camping trip
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