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I"m assuming that you will be going soon, say the next month or so, time of year counts, but I'll assume it's soon.

Your tent is a little "meh." it'll work but it might not last so long; especially take core of the poles, they beak easily. Also the cheapo tent stakes that come with the tent are going to bend and you will curse them every time you set up your tent. Pick up some like these and they will serve you well. (Personally I hate using tents; they are hassles to set up and take down, and generally not pleasant to sleep in. If you can help it try sleeping under the stars and see if that suits you.)

You might find your sleeping bag to be a bit chilly, I'd recommend a 20 degree bag with a hood. I know it won't get that cold but the degree ratings are quite exaggerated so 20 degrees is really more suitable for 50 degrees. If you don't want to spend more money on a bag, make sure you have warm clothes and a good fitting beanie.

Air mattresses are fine, just take care to feel out for thorns or anything that might puncture it. Also you might want a blanket or something in between you and the mattress because it will suck out the heat from underneath you if you don't have some insulation.

You should have a tarp or footprint to put your tent on to protect it and the air mattress from punctures, it's worth it. The tarp you have should be fine (maybe doubled over if its thin), but a footprint will be more convenient.

For $15 that stove is a great deal, buy it if it still works fine. It runs off of white gas AKA "camp fuel", which you can find at many grocery stores, gas stations, any place with a sporting goods section, and many stores near popular camping areas. Finding white gas is not really an issue.

Don't buy matches, just get 2 or 3 Bic lighters. Really you should learn to make a fire using only your lighter, make that your goal each night. In a pinch my favorite fire starter is one you can make at home before your trip. Get an old egg carton and stuff each cup with cotton balls or dryer lint. then pour melted candle wax into each cup until about 90% full. Let the carton harden then pack it away. To use it rip off one cup and light the cardboard edge, you will have a strong flame for about 15 minutes.

Don't buy a filter. Water will be easy to come by at most campsites, but not all of them have a tap so make sure to bring along a few extra gallons just in case.

Lanterns produce almost no usable light, save your money and stick with the headlamp. Also that headlamp is excellent I highly recommend it. Protip: leave it around your neck like a necklace when you sleep then it's easy to find in the middle of the night.

I have a lot of experience with wilderness medicine and those pre-made kits are mostly worthless, you are much better off making your own kit.

I Recommend:

• 2-3 Rolls Athletic Tape - This works for making bandages and splints, covering blisters, cuts, burns, ect.
  
• Small Bottle of Ibuprofen (Advil) - Pain reliever, and muscle relaxant that aids in the recovery and prevention of injuries
  
• 1-2 Ace bandages - Makes bandages, splints, and slings
  
• Duct Tape - General purpose item
  
• Roll Gauze - For major injuries with significant bleeding
  
• Individually Wrapped Antihistamine (Benadryl) Tablets - Optional if you don't have allergies
  
• Bic Lighter - Sterilizes metal instruments
  
• Mini Swiss Army Knife - Excellent scissors and tweezers for minor injuries, sterilize with a flame before each use
  
• Sunscreen - Don't want to get burned
  
• Triple Antibiotic (Neosporin) - Ward off infection of open wounds, do not apply directly to the cut but rather around like a defensive wall
  
• Alcohol Prep Pads - Cleans and sterilizes open wounds before dressing
  
• Add Any Prescription Meds / Regularly Taken Medicines - Inhaler, insulin, Epi-Pen, ect.
  
• Add Anything That Makes You Feel Better Knowing You Have It - eg snake bite kits, aspirin, SAM splint, burn gel
  
  Chair looks comfy, get one you like with at least 1 cupholder
  
  A good knife makes a great survival tool and is just generally a useful item, check here every few days for a good deal on high quality knives. Multi tools are great to have around camp but an inexpensive set of tools would be much better for your situation. If you want a true multi-tool this one is good quality and a fair price.
  
  

Yes clean around wound. The flap has to go. It’s going to bleed when it’s clipped but that’s good cause you’re getting healthy tissue with blood vessels. Self-Adhesive Cohesive Wrap Bandage Tape by LotFancy, Elastic Non-Woven, FDA Approved, 10 Rolls, Assorted Colors (2Inches x 5Yards) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N6C91ZS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_qNCLBbBSFG2VC
Remedy and Recovery Professional Groomer's Styptic Powder for Pets, 1.5-Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004PJ55KC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_xOCLBbAKS8A0G
Stash Tea Original Honey Sticks 20-3 oz Sticks Individually Sealed Portable Honey Tubes 100% Pure Clover Honey Kosher Certified Individually Wrapped Sticks of Pure Clover Honey, Sweeten Tea or Coffee https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000I4PY1S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_gPCLBb9TNCZHV
Dealmed Gauze Pads, Non-Sterile, Non Woven, 2" x 2", 4 Ply, 200/Bx https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M63XDS7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_kQCLBbVN65JRZ
Manna Pro Theracyn Poultry Wound and Skin Care Spray https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I5XHK88/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_IXCLBb28EDCFH
Silver Nitrate Solution, 0.1M, 100mL - The Curated Chemical Collection https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0787GCSKG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_E0CLBb42XWGRC
SE CS100-6 100 Count 6" Cotton Swabs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002V0ZY2Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_G1CLBbQDJ3WQT
10 - Black Twist Open/Close 2oz Refillable Artist's Bullet Bottles https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N59CU9J/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_.2CLBb6123ZF2
Swan Isopropyl Alcohol, 99 percent, Pint, 16 OZ (Pack of 2) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZCCYTWG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_G4CLBb3V54WRP
Dynarex D1415 Povidone Iodine Prep Solution USP, 16 Fluid Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005R8580M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_G5CLBbMTA0YK8
Squip Nasaline Salt-box Of 50 Pre-measured Packets, 400 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009EXQLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_y7CLBbW76XN59
Teenitor 3ml Pipette, Top Quality Disposable Pipettes Transfer Pipettes 3ml Eye Dropper for Essential Oil Pipette Makeup Tool 110pcs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071JXVGNK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Y8CLBbG25KBC5
Save A Caf Sav A Chick Electrolyte Vitamin Supplement 3 PACK/.25OUNCE https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004UQOZC4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_19CLBb3BFM046
Gorilla 7500101 Super Glue Brush & Nozzle, 10 g, Clear https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01A7AVQKA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_SgDLBbTME6VWX
MedPride Nitrile Exam Gloves, Powder-Free, Small, Box/100 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GS8W2HC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fiDLBb1X2K42G
Panasonic ES246AC Bikini Shaper & Trimmer for Women with Compact, Portable Design and Adjustable Trim Settings, Battery Operated https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00005JS5C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_sjDLBbY10CSTW

Think that covers basics. Alcohol, self adhesive wrap, salt for saline, styptic powder, gauze, theracyn (antibiotic for superficial injuries), silver nitrate (only use with wooden applicators- strong cauterizing agent), pipette, electrolyte ( 1/16 tsp to 8 oz water. If chick is ill add honey for quick energy then mix solution with food to make mash), bottles, betadine ( I cut to 50% strength with saline), and gorilla glue with brush and dispenser. Oh and gloves and shaver:)

Hi! I don't know what your experience level with running or hiking in general is, so I apologize if I give any advice that you already know or seems obvious.

I've used a knee sleeve before, and found that (although it was helpful for short periods) it got pretty uncomfortable after a few hours. If you do use one, make sure you're able to quickly take it off. On a similar note, if you have compression socks, I know people who really like wearing them on long hikes, but that's anecdotal and may not work for you.

Seconding the advice about non-cotton clothing and extra socks. I'd get a couple hand/foot/body warmers just in case, depending on how warm the rain is where you are. Keep your core temperature up. Wear a rainjacket or at least a poncho. If you've got a backpack that's not waterproof and doesn't have a rain cover, you can put a thick trash bag inside to keep your gear dry.

If you have a foot roller, lacrosse ball, golf ball, etc., I'd suggest bringing that along. You can roll your (bare/socked) foot on top of it as a quick massage. Be aware that your feet will likely swell up to at least some degree. This is more of a just-in-case type of thing. (Speaking of feet swelling up—when you take breaks, elevate your feet for a few minutes.)

If the course is staffed with aid stations, they'll likely have first aid supplies for blisters. If not, or if aid stations are far apart, see if you can get ahold of 2nd skin or something similar (this or this).

Carry some food, even if you don't end up eating it all. I like making trail mix with nuts, dried fruit (dates/cranberries), and dark chocolate (M&Ms are nice b/c they don't melt as badly, though 'dark chocolate' M&Ms are…not really dark chocolate).

Leave a towel and dry clothes in your car/with friends/in a gear drop bag if any of those options are available. Being able to change into fresh, dry clothing is wonderful.

Don't carry too much stuff. Walking 35k gets much harder as you add on extra weight, especially if you're worried about your knees. Water is important, though, so don't skimp. You could also fill a bottle up with sports drink/Tailwind/Nuun. (If there's a lot of aid stations, such that you won't be going longer than 30-40 minutes between, you might not need to carry a ton of water, but it's still good to have some).

As for preventing boredom…depends on the course, but I get surprisingly not bored on long hikes, especially with a friend! Since you're doing this for charity, I'll mention that I know some people dedicate certain sections (each mile, every few km, etc.) of their run to particular people or causes in their life. That gives you something to think about and keeps you going through the hard bits.

Be safe, and have fun!

I've sewn a number of garments entirely by hand (by choice, not necessity). Back stitches are absolutely strong enough! Sometimes I've even found them to be stronger than machine stitching.

On a basic quilting cotton or equivalent weight fabric, my backstitches tend to be between 1/16" and 1/8" long. On something heavier like a denim, canvas, or heavy twill, they're a bit larger, somewhere between 1/8" and 3/16". On very lightweight fabrics (which you're probably not putting under much stress anyway), you can even use a tiny running stitch with no problems.

The key for me seems to be in the thread. Using a low-quality thread will cause endless frustration. Use higher-quality thread with a uniform width and smooth surface, that doesn't fray or snap or untwist itself when stitching. You don't have to double over, but you might want a slightly thicker thread than what you'd use on a machine (totally optional).

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other miscellaneous tips:

• Don't cut your thread lengths atrociously long -- try keeping it under 18 inches, and just knotting off more frequently. Long lengths of thread are unwieldy and more likely to form knots; they also get very weak halfway through, as the thread closer to the needle has been pulled through and subject to far more fabric friction by the time it actually forms a stitch.
  
• Beeswax! Get a little beeswax block, and coat each length of thread by pulling it through the block a couple times. You don't need much. This helps keep the thread from tangling as you're stitching.
  
• Figure out your preferred thimble variant. Even if you're only sewing lightweight fabric and don't have any difficulty pushing the needle through, the constant repetitive motion will wear down the skin on your fingertips. Some people like the traditional metal bucket thimble, some people like that same shape but prefer a rubber or leather version. Some people use any of a variety of ring-style ones that don't cover your whole fingertip. Personally, I find them all a little cumbersome and distracting, so I like to use an adhesive hydrocolloid bandage on the pad of my right middle fingertip (my needle-pushin' finger). I don't have to worry about it shifting or falling off, and it's similar enough to natural skin texture that I don't lose any sensitivity in my fingertip. It's like an artificial callus, just thick/strong enough to prevent the eye of the needle from digging into or piercing my skin.
  
• You have a vast variety of hand stitches at your disposal, so don't feel limited to just backstitch/running stitch. Try out some new decorative or functional stitches and how they might replace machine functions (like using a blanket stitch on a raw edge instead of a zig-zag, or closing a cuff with a whipstitch, or using a simple embroidery stitch or saddle stitch instead of machine topstitching).
  
• When sewing a long straight seam, try anchoring the fabric to something to free up some dexterity in your hands. I usually handstitch cross-legged, so I'll pin the seam (the knot end, with the first stitches I made) to my jeans and use that to tension my fabric. My right hand holds the needle and makes the stitches, and my left hand pulls the fabric taught and manipulates it to make the right hand's job faster. You could also try clamping the fabric to a table to the same effect.
  
  Be patient, and good luck! I'm glad there's someone else here who likes doing things the long way!
  
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Blisters are something where an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Figure out what works for you (multiple socks, pre-taping certain parts of your feet, vaseline, etc) and stick with it.

Tape

• The most common is plain athletic tape, which is usually the white stuff that is commonly available at drug stores, some retail stores, and sporting goods stores. You generally want to use a layer of foam wrap, which is tape-like but has no adhesive, under the tape itself, particularly where any wound is or where there is hair.
  
  
• There's also strapping tape, which is much like athletic tape but it tends to be a little bit more stiff and more sticky and it's harder to find. You also want to use foam wrap under this. DO NOT put strapping tape directly on a blister without foam wrap in-between. It is sticky enough to rip the blister open when you remove it. I have never seen strapping tape in brick and mortar retail stores here in the southeastern US.
  
  
• Then there's stuff like Co-Flex and knock-offs which is self-adhesive but tends to be a bit lighter duty. Many people confuse this with moleskin. It is pretty skin-friendly and does not need the foam wrap under it. It is naturally elastic and good for light compression.
  
  
• Moleskin can be used preventatively or to protect an existing blister. It comes in patches or sheets with choices of adhesive or non-adhesive and also comes as pre-made bandages for blisters, but those aren't often found retail. There are also non-moleskin products that effectively do the same thing. Like this product.
  
  Blister Treatment
  
  
• Band-Aid Blister Ampoules are awesome. They're pretty sticky themselves but I would tape over anything on the bottom of the foot or anyplace else that sport-driven rubbing is occurring.
  
  
• Lancing and draining a blister is not something that everyone agrees on. I think the basic HowStuffWorks process is pretty good. It is vital that you cover and protect that drained blister thoroughly. You may have to lay off for a day or two if it's an area that you can't effectively protect from straining the skin and preventing the blister from healing.
  

This is the answer! I've had numerous melanomas and premelanomas removed and one was on the exact areas where an underwire curves up to meet the gore of my bra. I used some of these bandages and while it took forever to heal, you can barely see a mark there. They are called hydrocolloid bandagess as a category but are also marketed in the US especially as "blister bandages", and are available in various shapes. The first few days I packed some extra gauze between the top of the bandage and my underwire to serve as a cushion, but since they bandages themselves are kinda squishy after a few days I didn't need to use them anymore. Protips: Be sure your skin is absolutely clean and dry before you apply them, and then don't wear a bra for about an hour to allow the adhesive to set. If you can do it at night before bed, that's probably best. And then just leave them on basically till they fall off. They absorb moisture and are waterproof, so you can shower with them on. They keep the skin moist and allow the skin matrix to granulize from deeper skin surfaces, so the wound may seem like it's not healing or is gooey for a while, but that's just the bandage itself doing its job - your skin is healing from below the surface. Good luck and feel free to PM me with any questions about them. I've got three different dermatologists offices recommending them now!

stock up HEAVILY on cotton gauze, paper tape, aquaphor, and steri strips. steri strips are amazing. my surgeon placed inch long pieces all along my incisions, and told me to keep them on until they fell off. as they fell off i replaced them with longer pieces because the swelling made me feel like i was going to pop open. i pulled them off in the shower every few days to replace with clean pieces and i wore them for a few weeks after i had my stitches taken out, really until i felt like my skin had come back together. i liked to put bandaid brand gauze pads over my regular thin gauze for cushioning under clothing and to keep aquaphor on the skin. aquaphor will be really helpful in keeping incisions moist so they don't scab but also will help the gauze not stick to any pus or blood within the incisions.
also a nice fan will help keep you comfy and is great for air drying your skin after showers before reapplying tape and gauze (:

i found this bra to be the absolute comfiest. the fabric is thick and soft and the back is mesh for ventilation.

These are so much fun.

1. Something that makes you sweaty.
   
2. Something that helps you cool down.
   
3. No picnic would be complete without these sunglasses to keep the sun out of your eyes and keep you looking awesome.
   
4. If you could vacation anywhere in the world... Disneyland!! This isn't technically a souvenir since they sell method soap everywhere, but it's still Minnie ears. :)
   
5. Something that makes you nostalgic.
   
6. Something that would make camping better. The one and only time I went camping, I saw a bear, a frog stalked me, and I tripped and cut my arm and we didn't have any band aids. So these would make it better because I'm clumsy and would probably trip again and these are so much cooler than plain band aids.
   
   
7. Something bear related. because sasquatch kind of looks like a bear.
   
   
8. Road trip song! I love listening to pretty much any song by them and singing obnoxiously when I'm driving, but this one is my favorite at the moment. *not on my WL
   
   
9. Shouldn't have thrown this in your carry-on.
   
   
10. Favorite thing at the state fair.
    
    Bonus - July? *not on my WL
    
    Some of the best memories are made in flip flops.

Last year a buddy and I took a 1300 mile trip around Colorado /r/dualsport ride on a Husqvarna 701 and a Yamaha WR250R. Here's a photo of the gear from last year.

This year we are adding one person (riding a monster, brand new, KTM 1090 Adventure R) to the crew and moving a little farther west to see some of the amazing sites in Utah. I put together a 1500 mile route, and will tack on White Rim Trail (if we can get passes) and wander around in Beef Basin for a bit.

A few of my friends have started using Polar Steps, so I've setup a trip and will try to keep it updated. I also maintain a simple website and will post photos on my flickr account.

Now, on to the fun, because sorting out gear and packing is half the fun of a /r/motocamping trip.

I'm involved in volunteer search and rescue (/r/searchandrescue) so a lot of this gear comes from my callout pack and extended incident command packs. The more experienced riders will notice that I'm lacking any tools, spares, tube slime, etc. I'm fortunate enough to be riding with 2 other riders that are packing all that jazz.

Two mottos:

1. buy once, cry once
   
2. high speed, low drag
   
   motorcycle
   
   

• Yamaha WR250R 2018
  
• Dunlop D606 tires
  
• heavy-duty tubes
  
• Tusk rack
  
• Tusk handguards
  
• Rox Speed 2" risers
  
• Seal Savers
  
• Moose Racing skid
  
• HaloCam front+rear dashcam
  
• IMS 3 gallon tank
  
• Double Take enduro mirros
  
• Edge2 fender eliminator
  
• USB charging port
  
  navigation
  
  
• Garmin 64s - Most Garmin's allow OSM maps. Free, crowd-sourced maps are a huge win in my opinion.
  
• Garmin inReach Mini - in the event I "full send"
  
• OSMAnd+ - Open Street Maps offline maps
  
• GaiaGPS - offline satellite images, private/public property maps, USFS road maps and topo maps
  
  photgraphy
  
  
• Sony a7iii
  
• Sigma 14mm f1.8
  
• F-stop Navin - mounted on my chest, holds my Sony a7iii
  
• Lowepro Toploader chest harness
  
• Lance Camera strap
  
• 3x Sony batteries
  
• Osprey ultralight dry sack 6L
  
• GoPro Hero 6 Black
  
• 6x GoPro batteries
  
• GoPro battery charger - charges 3 batteries at a time
  
• GoPro ND filters
  
• various GoPro mounts
  
  medical and hygiene
  
  
• SAM splint
  
• NAR Hyfin vent chest seal
  
• NAR rolled gauze
  
• QuikClot clotting gauze
  
• thermal blanket
  
• 3x hand warmers
  
• triangular bandage
  
• medical tape
  
• wound seal
  
• NAR tourniquet
  
• Leatherman Raptor medical shears
  
• basic meds
  
• basic bathroom supplies
  
  wearing
  
  
• Forma Adventure boots
  
• Fox v2 VLAR helmet
  
• REV'IT! Wind Jacket
  
• 100% Accuri Sand - the "sand" model helps with wind blowing on my eyes and drying contacts out
  
• grey smoke lens
  
• Mammut Neon Light 12L backpack
  
• Nonoise ear plugs - I know they are a bit pricey, but I've worn them 5 days in a row over 1500 miles and didn't even know they were there
  
• Road iD - blood type, date of birth, allergies and wife's contact info
  
• gloves
  
  sleeping
  
  
• Kammok Roo Single hammock
  
• Twisted Root Cloudburst rainfly
  
• Big Agnes Hitchens UL 20 sleeping bag - ultra-light, ultra-compact, I carry this for winter SAR activities
  
• ALPS Mountaineering compression sack - medium size, I use this in place of the Mosko Moto tail bag because it fits my sleeping bag, rainfly and hammock
  
• REI Flash sleeping pad - insulated is important
  
• Osprey ultralight dry sack 12L - used for my sleeping back, inside the ALPS compression sack, to ensure my sleeping bag stays dry
  
  inclement weather
  
  
• winter riding gloves
  
• Olympia Horizon rain pants
  
• rain jacket - cheap, no-name, fits over riding jacket
  
• face mask - ski/snowboarding style
  
• windbreaker - for over riding jacket, cheap no-name brand
  
• smart-wool base layer
  
• fleece jacket
  
  food
  
  
• 2.5L Osprey Hydraluics LT - inside the Mammut backpack
  
• GSI Pinnacle Soloist pot
  
• Light My Fire spork
  
• UST Delta Stormproof lighter - this actually failed to work on my trip last year to Colorado, but I think it was because we were at altitude
  
• [Primus Micron trail stove](primus pocket rocket) - mine is an older model
  
• Primus fuel cannister
  
• 4x backpacking dinners
  
• 4x backpacking breakfasts
  
  motorcycle
  
  
• 2x Primus 1.5L fuel bottles - unleaded fuel is important
  
• funnel
  
  clothing
  
  
• 1x riding pants
  
• 2x shirts
  
• 3x pairs of socks
  
• 3x underwear
  
  luggage
  
  
• Mosko Moto Reckless 40L saddlebags - I did 1500 miles through CO last year with these and absolutely loved them. A key feature for me is that I can snag the "sleeves" and run under a rainfly and setup my entire camp. Other brands, all your gear is in a bag, on the bike, so you have to stand next to the bike while you setup camp. Also important for when staying in hostels.
  
• Mosko Moto Pico tank bag
  
• Rok Straps
  
  misc
  
  
• Moo cards - I carry these for dropping in geocaches and sharing my photos with people I meet.
  
• Zebra H600Fc - recommended in /r/flashlight by /u/Zak
  
• 2x USB cable - multi port - these are nice and short, and can charge both micro-USB and USB-C devices at the same time
  
• Leatherman Skeletool
  
• flip flops
  
• shorts
  
• t-shirt
  
• 10x rechargable AA's

I would disagree with other users here, building your own kit will save a decent amount of money

What are you looking to put into these IFAKs? Here are some links that a 'basic' would have

4 pack of chest seals $29.19 (one in each kit)

20 count 5x9 combine pads $7.99 (two or so in each kit)

Isreali Bandage (non-amazon link as there have been many issues with amazon selling Isreali bandages and people getting knock-offs, youll want the 4in 'new manufacture' which come in a grey outer pouch, open the outer pouch and put them in the IFAK like that (they are double sealed/this will leave them sealed in a see through rip away plastic which can be used as an occlusive dressing) one in each kit.


2 Hemostatic Gauze $19.97 (open outer pack, put one 'inner' pack in each kit)

12 pack of 2in roller gauze $4.80 (one, maybe two in each kit, can be replaced with a triangular bandage instead)

12 Triangular Bandages (Cravats) $6.80 - these are multi-use, bleeding control, securing a dressing, TQ use etc. most opt not to have them but theyre a great 'multi-use' item I carry in every IFAK (one in each kit)

2 pack trauma shears $9.99 (one in each kit)

2 pack CAT tourniquets $53.98, one reason to go with amazon is the easy returns, which is a double edged sword, a lot of people will buy fake CATs for cheap, purchase real ones for $$ then 'return' the real ones with the cheap fake ones, look up lot codes when you get them if it doesnt look the part return it. Stay away from the thin elastic "pocket tourniquets" (one in each kit)

Rip away IFAK MOLLE pouch $14.99 each, depending on color. I prefer these over just a MOLLE pouch, unbuckle and use or throw to someone else without having to lug w.e. equipment the pouch is attached to - or leave off the MOLLE backing and put inside a pack loose


Personally I dont put airway in my IFAKs but do in a larger kit thats nearby - if you want links to NPAs a pretty good general size to go with would be a 26, dont forget lube or really you can just spit on them. Same with a decompression needle, not going to be in my IFAK.

More importantly than any of this stuff is training, you can do a lot more with training than you can with a 'be all end all kit'. Dont be afraid to adapt a kit to your environment, for example if you're going far away from civilization consider you might do wound packing and need more hemostatic gauze, but if you're right down the street from a hospital you probably wont want to pack a wound with a homeostatic agent but that will depend on the situation.

The purpose of an IFAK is to get you to a larger first aid kit/medical help.

(I purchase medical supplies for the EMS company I work for, Amazon prices are generally cheaper than buying from a distributor unless you're looking to build dozens of these kits and even then certain items will still be cheaper especially factoring in shipping) Any questions feel free to ask

I find the fabric band-aids (generic or name brand) tend to work better than the plastic ones. They tend to be a little more expensive, and don't hold up as well when wet, but they stick much better and can breathe so the wound heals faster.

Although the best wound cover I've ever used was gauze and a tegaderm. Really expensive per covering, but for bigger/more serious wounds they are amazing. Best for things like scrapes or larger cuts.

So with patches I put a tegaderm over them so they don’t peel up. The tegaderm might on The edges but the patch will stay in place. It’s less discrete but it does the trick. My skin is very dry and my patches maybe last a day before trying to fall off completely without these.

Patches are great for super steady levels and for me at least has a great way of massively reduced testosterone production to the point where AAs are pointless as my T is at the low end of Female ranges anyway.

I like them a lot.

I second Sebamed already mentioned here! The one I use is more of a gel with aloe in it. Afterwards put a super thin layer of Vaseline on - it’ll help seal the moisture in to help heal the area and it’ll keep you from bugging it since it’s a little slimey.

If the area has any open wounds look into hydrocolloid bandages! Make sure the area is freshly clean with no ointments/lotions/serums before putting them on. You can keep them on for 3-7 days and even shower with them on! I prefer the gel-like ones over the tegaderm sheets (which are more like adhesive plastic wrap).

Sebamed Clear Face Care Gel: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003NTJJR0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_-hW3CbGRT3JF0


Band-Aid HydroSeal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077TN7L3R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TiW3CbSAZJN21

Materials:

• Stand: I used 1/2" pvc pipe and the appropriately-sized fittings. I got more pipe than I thought I needed (I ended up using two poles)
  
• Grip: any brand "pet bandage" (something like this works)
  
  (Rough) How to:
  
  
• I drew out a rough outline of what I wanted it to look like (my stand looks similar to this one )
  
• Measure and cut the pipe accordingly. Keep in mind that the fittings take up space as well so you have to account for that in your measurements.
  
• Put it all together to check for fit.
  
• Wrap it with pet bandage if you're happy with how it looks!
  
• Afterwards you can drill holes for hooks or eye loops if you want to hang stuff.
  
  Good luck! Sorry I can't post pictures of my own stands - maybe when I get home later :)
  

if you buy enough of these you could make a dress like lady gaga wore!

this because bacon. And clothes. Clothes are awesome. We all need clothes with non-ucky pits!

THIS! because we both love pandas, its not on your list, and only 5$ from one seller. :) And it's on my wishlist.. so.. add it! hehehehe

here's a few things your friend might like

one - two - three - four - five - six - seven

all of these items are off of my various wishlists, and if i win you can surprise me :) but i do believe your friend might like some of these items!

Yeah, if he is really red and inflamed it really could be an allergy/sensitivity. Inflammation is terrible, the poor little guy.

I am going to warn you that some naturopaths are dicks and they will not be cool and lecture you about steroids, so talk to them on the phone and find one that is understanding. I got really lucky, but I also live in Portland, OR (which is full of hippies and new agers, so I had lots of options), but my Naturopath understands that there is a time for steroids and they are transitional fix, until you can figure out the root of the problem and not just mask it.

If your traditional doctor can do this (otherwise go to a naturopath and they should be able to do it) insist on a food sensitivity panel and a lot of allergy testing. Sometimes things don't come back as "true allergies" but really affect the system. It could be something as simple as a dye, or for me it is eggs, gluten and cane sugar. So I had to learn to re-eat, but I feel pretty amazing otherwise. I still have dry skin, but I am no longer puffy, red, itchy, and having stomach aches (developed when I was a teen).

sorry I rambled haha! I just feel really bad for your kiddo and want to help.

Lighter prewrap -- you need tape with this one. It is really good for hot weather because it is breathable (like at night!)

Thicker stuff -- I suggest this one if he is playing sports. It really protects it!

Ha ha, I LOVE this!! I used to do these exchanges when I worked in the office and always brought hilarious gifts!!

I have a few ideas:

Santa Toilet Seat Cover and Rug

Bacon Bandages

Public Toilet Survival Kit

I am going through the same thing as you but not as bad. Some of those cuts looks like just like mine, especially on the palm of the hand. Get these bandages if you haven't already, it will do much better than those band aids you have on and it will last for 3 days. comes in different sizes for the fingers and palms. They have it at Target and Walmart too. https://www.amazon.com/Band-Aid-Waterproof-Adhesive-Bandages-Blisters/dp/B077TN7L3R/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=3QUUR5YX4L3I7&keywords=bandaid%2Bhydro-seal&qid=1554491438&s=gateway&sprefix=band%2Baid%2Bhy%2Caps%2C161&sr=8-1-spons&th=1

I read online somewhere that it helps to think about how bad you’ll feel after picking. I always feel super guilty after so that helps me stop sometimes.

Hydrocolloid bandaids also help me a lot when im trying not to pick. They come in patches but I cut up these and it comes out cheaper:
Band-Aid Brand Hydro Seal Adhesive Bandages for Heel Blisters, Waterproof Blister Pads, 6 ct https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077TKLJ8T/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_eygjDb7YMHARD

I try to hide my blemishes from myself when I’m at home not wearing make up by spot treating with masks. It helps when I’m “scanning” for blemishes. Also worth noting that I have oily to normal skin and I wear the mask as a spot treatment overnight with no ill effects. I use this one;

Queen Helene Mint Julep Masque, 12 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003JMYAAW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hzgjDbY7465G3

Picking leaves me with hyperpigmentation so I use glycolic acid to fade them faster. It makes your skin more susceptible to the sun so sunscreen is a must. I use this little tube of glycolic acid. It lasts me a month because I use it every third day or so.

Paula's Choice-SKIN PERFECTING 8% AHA Gel Exfoliant-with Glycolic Acid Soothing Chamomile and Green Tea, Travel Size Leave-On Gentle Exfoliator for Normal, Dry, Oily, Combination Skin, .5 oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N1QNHHA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hCgjDbVSRE5NW

*Finally, for texture, I’ve used a 1.5 mm dermaroller. I purchased mine on amazon, but it can be dangerous. After a certain length of needle, it is recommended you see a professional. Unfortunately these longer lengths really help with scars(permanent changes in skin texture). It might be worth looking into.

Madam Curie who, when crime is afoot, becomes... The Radiation Sensation! She stalks criminals with Glass Dropper Pipettes filled with a slime that turns you into a radiation detector for an hour, and Bacon Aids to help recover those who were hurt (because seriously... who doesn't love bacon?).

Her hours in the labs have given her a near precognative ability to know when something bad is about to happen and so she stays one step ahead of crime. She has amazing Judo skills honed during her down time between being awesome and winning Nobel Prizes (yes, plural!). And even when she isn;t out crime fighting she's being awesome by discovering new elements and making an apperance on Bridget's First Contest!

P So I would love the gift card! I'm moving to Taiwan to pursue my masters in Industrial Engineering (first one in the family to even have a BACHELORS!) and I really want to buy a Ipod so I can listen to music to past the 2 day flight time (3 hours to Miami, 4 to LA, and then 13 to Taiwan, with a total of 11 hours in Layovers :)

also here's my amazon wishlist - http://www.amazon.com/registry/wishlist/3D5SKJ1JNHRDF/ref=cm_wl_act_vv?_encoding=UTF8&reveal=&visitor-view=1

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This might be more comprehensive than what you're looking for but I've been extremely happy with the kit I got.

EMT Bag - Nice and large, durable and has customizable velcro panels for the main compartment

BLS Medical Supply Kit - Most of what you would want for a kit and I priced it out you can't get it all for less on your own.

Skin Stapler

Steri strips

Israeli Compression Bandage

You can get ammonium nitrate (look at the ingredients list), cannon fuse (green safety fuse, good stuff), a 40,000 cubic foot 'commando' smoke grenade a fresh whole rabbit in a bag (the reviews on that one are fantastic), bacon bandages, or even wolf urine.

You can get all sorts of interesting things from Amazon :)

I have not been gifted yet, probably because I'm still new. Random fact about me? I probably like butter more than Paula Deen. Yup. That much. Omg it's so good. lol Would love to have these! because... who doesn't want to stick bacon on their cuts? lol Thanks for the contest!

Some Bacon Band-Aids or Bacon Duct Tape for your husband!!! Bacon is Meat Candy and if I win, go ahead and surprise me!!! P.S. Bacon is delicious.

U.S.A. link

I got a box of these as a gift once, the 'Free Prize' is a tiny plastic pig, like 1/4" tall.

I have this problem with oxfords because of my bony ankles lol. I use these half-insoles for an unrelated foot problem and it incidentally solves the ankle rubbing as well (just as you suggested, it just lifts it up a bit higher). I found that full insoles took up too much space in the body of the shoe - I was getting a lot of pressure across the top of my foot because of it.

Another thing that helped was blister bandaids (as opposed to regular bandaids, which I found fell off my ankle really easily because of the way it rubbed/not having adhesive all the way around).
YMMV, hopefully helpful!

Oh my gosh! I wish I had known about these YEARS ago.

I've been using hydrocolloid bandages for the last few weeks (a month?) now for acne. There are some cheap Band-Aid brand ones available on Amazon ($2.99 for 10 small ones meant for fingers). I do not recommend those for the face, because 1.) they have a crease across the MIDDLE of them, and are MUCH more prone to peel off the skin easily. They are OK for wrapping completely around fingers, they've actually helped me with minor cuts and wounds on my fingers and even my big toe. AND 2.) they're VERY light-toned, near to the point where you wonder if they glow in the dark, and I wouldn't be caught seen with them on my face in public.

I have tried Avarelle's small round ones ($7.50 USD), and they're pricey, but they work fine overnight...

My favorite ones thus far are CVS's brand ($6.29 for 10 before promos). They stay on overnight, all day long, and they are transparent enough to blend in with normal skin tones. I am completely open to trying more brands.

Here's a pack of 60 steri strips for $8.30: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004WFXCSQ/ref=pd_aw_fbt_121_img_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=2D0ZWJ4E8BFGDQ7PWX5Z. Could you afford that, darling? If not, I can try to find a way to purchase them (I live with my parents because I'm 16 and I don't think they'd let me buy them but I can try my hardest to find a way to get them) and send them to you, if you're okay with sharing your address with me. And okay, but what is it that you'd ask your doctor to prescribe?

Have you tried Band-Aid Friction Block Stick? It works for me for most shoes, although I don't walk anywhere near 5 miles a day in my flats. The shoes I have the least amount of blisters with are TOMS... however, I don't think it has anything to do with the quality of the shoes, they just happen to fit me perfectly and therefore they do not move around and rub my heels. So, I would say that the only trick I know of is to try many shoes until you find those that fit you the best.

These blister bandaids are way better for blisters than regular bandaids and acually stay on.

If you use a netti pot these disposable nasal rinses are great. I shattered my nose playing football and they work great.

These are pretty awesome. I use them all the time. The only issues is that it sticks all over and you can't peel it off. You have to wait for it to fall off on its own. It takes like a week or so, maybe longer if your baby isn't moving the area a lot. I have very sensitive skin and this does not make me break out.

I got new Birkenstocks for Christmas that I have broken in a bit, but it's too cold to wear them much now.

For anyone has shoes rubbing them, you could try Band-aid's blister block stick! I'm sure other brands make similar things too. The consistency is a bit like a deodorant stick, and it creates a barrier between your skin and the shoe so it doesn't rub so badly. This has definitely saved me from quite a few blisters.

It depends on the kind of acne. If it's an unpopable cyst, then there's really not much you can do unfortunately. However, these bad boys have been my saving grace for recovering from a breakout. Just cut them into strips, and lance with a clean needle the area, drain and slap a strip on. It's preferable to do this at night while you sleep for maximum efficiency. It should be noted that this should be a supplement to a regular skin care routine. /r/skincare addiction can help you out there.

Aside from that, try to eat healthy, avoid all soda (including diet) like the plague, and drink a lot of water.

I'm surprised no one has brought up vet wrap. It's super cheap and can be used for mummification style things. Vet wrap is pretty breathable so you won't overheat. And it's easy to remove. You can unwrap it or cut it off in an emergency (or just for funsies). You can get it in tons of fun colors too.

Here's a link from amazon in the US.

I would consider something like [duoderm](DuoDERM Extra Thin Spots 1.75" x 1.5" - 20/Bx https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00164ERXK/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_y4SPwbPKEYDAD) it will help it heal faster and protect it but you could also apply makeup over it. You can also get something similar from cvs etc called like [healing bandaids](Band-Aid Brand Adhesive Bandages, Advanced Healing Blister Cushions, 6 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000Y8W50G/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_-6SPwbYQNM4MV) but they are a bit thicker.

Get nipease - basically stickies for the nips

NipEaze - 4pack Value - The Original Transparent Nip Protector - Nipple Chafing Prevention; 62 pairs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008C24N6K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_J2zrDb83MRXBA

Easy to use and if you sweat a lot won’t come off like the body glide will. They have changed the game for me.

Hydrocolloid dressings are a self-adhesive gel-forming dressing that allow for a moist wound healing environment and pull out drainage from a wound. You can find them in the pharmacy marketer as blister bandages. They also sell some meant for blemishes. CVS sometimes carries Peach Slices acne patches and you can find various sources for the COSRX acne pimple master patches. The main idea is to try to leave on at least 12 hours, but 24 hours is better. I also get cystic acne and this technique works a treat for me!

These are good to have on hand for first aid. They're great for cuts that are too big for a band aid to handle.

http://www.amazon.com/3M-Tegaderm-Transparent-Dressing-Picture/dp/B001QFC1FA

Vet wrap from Amazon is good too. Same thing as Coban from what I understand.

Comes in fun colors as well.

Edit:

What I bought
Self Adherent Wrap - 12 Pack of Cohesive Bandage Medical Vet Tape for First Aid, Sports, Wrist, Ankle in 12 Colors with 1 Roll Each, 4 Inches x 5 Yards https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07795WKYS/

I'm not sure if you're trolling or not, but I'll help you out here. I'll even use amazon since it's quicker.

Swat-t https://www.amazon.com/SWAT-T-Tourniquet-Black-1-Count/dp/B003IWNOVO 11.49

Gauze: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01JD4A5IA/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d 11.49

Tape https://www.amazon.com/Durapore-Medical-Tape-Silk-yards/dp/B000C4O7GC/ref=zg_bs_8404663011_12?_encoding=UTF8&refRID=QH1JDQTVJ9DAAH595SNJ&th=1 3.28

Steristrips if you'd prefer (10 pack of 6 strips) https://www.amazon.com/3M-Steri-Strip-reinforced-Skin-Closures/dp/B004WFXCSQ?th=1 6.69

Chest seal- https://www.amazon.com/North-American-Rescue-Hyfin-Chest/dp/B00KQS2NGK?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_2 17.31

Nitrile gloves (100 pack and medium for my dainty hands) https://www.amazon.com/Nitrile-Exam-Gloves-Disposable-Convenient/dp/B00KE233NU/ref=zg_bs_15755331_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=2YRD2VERY40B0EA2DPBM 9.98

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Grand total 53.55 (60.24 if you want the steristrips plus this will leave you with extra for additional FAK's). Now if you wanted to get fancy and add in the combat gauze/quickclot, that's where you'll spend some change. TBH though a good pressure dressing (properly applied) is going to do pretty damn well for most people's uses.

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   Thanks for hosting this contest and welcome to the sub!

I recommend either putting Neosporin and a bandaid over this or a [fancy bandaid](Band-Aid Brand Hydro Seal Waterproof All Purpose Adhesive Bandages for Wound Care or Blisters, 10 ct https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077TN7L3L/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_OHSzCbDGSJF07) that doesn't need antibiotic ointment. At least keep it clean with soap and water and keep your hands away from your face until it heals. You really don't want bacteria entering your bloodstream and potentially causing sepsis.

MEDca Self Adherent Cohesive Wrap Bandages 2 Inches X 5 Yards 6 Count, FDA Approved (Rainbow Color) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017MAZ95Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_apEzCb6S72BN7

Like this stuff. Super easy to find.

I started climbing in late April this year. For the first month, my hands were always torn up. After I learned better hand techniques, it occurred less often and now after a solid three months, I have developed calluses where I need them and it doesn't really happen any more.

To quickly heal back up I recommend Climb On Balm and for bad ones that require some healing time, I recommend Band-Aid Advanced Healing

If you use the latter, don't climb with them on as they will quickly peel off and require another one.

This JNJ stuff right here is what I used and it's fantastic. Amazon is a much better deal that I can get locally too.

Great price too: $15

Seems to get good reviews

Bleeding out is a leading cause of death during severe trauma, yet it is one that can be mitigated to a great extent with some simple first aid gear and training. Having a First Aid Kit in your car is a great idea. Many things that the military uses in their Individual First Aid Kits (IFAK) can be purchased online. Amazon has CATs, Israeli Bandages, Quikclot, SAM Splints, Combat Lifesaver Guides (useful for situations where medical assistance might be delayed, like wilderness situations), and much much more.

Hydro Seal bandages are amazing, well worth the extra money.

in case you get hurt. Or for a gift. Or for the working man.


If I win surprise me!
Bacon is meat candy

Blister block is a god-send. Seriously it works. Check drug or grocery stores first to see if you can get it cheaper somewhere, but this stuff is awesome!

The Adventure Medical kit only consists of two parts and costs $50. Save yourself $23 and buy the pieces separately on Amazon.

Quikclot

SWAT-T

Bacon is Meat Candy. These bandages are pretty amazing/disturbing. :)

How about bacon?

I once called a partner of mine and blocked my phone number, calling them to pretend I was a drunk valley girl and said that I had a great time last night...

Hmmm... fact... I like hugs. I don't know haha

Oh, yeah. I was going to say another alternative would be to use clear spot bandages since they also come in a few different shades that would match your skin tone. The ones I linked are just an example; there are a bunch of different kinds that would work for you.

Even this sort of first aid product would be preferable to superglue, and would work pretty much the same. You can trim them to the size you need, too.

I am prepper and a FIL, here are some things I can never have enough of...

• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NGYGCH2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GH501T2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000O8OTNC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001H9N8B6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000LGPD64/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000WXX0JS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GAOIME/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014SRY5FG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004WFXCSQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00345OMR0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
  Your FIL will be thrilled that you support his prepping no matter what you decide to give him!
  

Nexcare acne dressings did nothing for me in terms of drawing out pus, but regular hydrocolloid bandages from CVS worked amazingly well. I'm not sure why there was such a difference. I used something like this: http://www.amazon.com/Band-Aid-Adhesive-Bandages-Multi-Day-Protection/dp/B005CPGN1S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1409588258&sr=8-1&keywords=blister+bandage

hydrocolloid bandaid like this one

Band-Aid Brand Hydro Seal Extra Large Waterproof Adhesive Bandages for Wound Care and Blisters, 3 ct https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077TN7L3R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XgTADb6C1BJGG

It's really going to be dependent on the job and your qualifications. Understand that the people doing the hiring may not be the ones with the objections. If they have a socially conservative clientele they need to cater to them.

The good news is that with it on your wrist, you can easily cover it with an elastic bandage. It even comes in fun colors now.

As well, another thing I would recommend doing is purchasing hydrocolloid bandages and cutting them up to put on each pimple. They work by absorbing any moisture, and in my experience, really flatten them out and help them to go away quicker. You can buy them pre cut into little circles but they’re way more expensive that way. If you purchase them, just get the big rectangles like this:

https://www.amazon.ca/Band-Aid-Waterproof-Adhesive-Bandages-Blisters/dp/B077TN7L3R/

I use hydrocolloid (or bandaid brand blister bandages) patches, they come in different sizes and are relatively transparent. They also help with the healing process.

I’ll link them here and here for you.

Hope this helps •)

I had a similar experience and my wife bought me something like this and they're much better at staying in place and are a bit stiffer. She buys mine on eBay for a dollar.They're reusable too.

Band Aid Friction Block works great for this! I keep one in my purse to use until the shoes break in.

Bacon bandages of course!

HAHA!

Bacon is Meat Candy

I use Nipeze and they work great. I sweat a lot and they stay in place for 4+ hour runs.

http://www.amazon.com/NipEaze-4-Pack-Value-Regular/dp/B008C24N6K/ref=sr_1_1?s=sports-and-fitness&ie=UTF8&qid=1458423164&sr=1-1&keywords=nipeze

I picked mine up at a grocery store and I know you could find them at the pharmacy. But the internet has just enlightened me to the fact that you can get it in colors other than tan, if you want.

The only downsides I've found it's not waterproof and it collects lint like a sonuvagun. When it gets wet, it won't loose it's adherence to itself (it will, for the most, part stay put) but it'll slip around over your skin. So I take mine off and put on gloves to cook. But if you do get it wet, you can unravel it, let it air out, and reuse it. A little goes a long way.

This is my gross, around the house one. Whenever l go out to work/school/with friends, I always put on a new one. But because I'm cheap and don't want to spend any more money than I need to on this bastard wart, I try to use them as long as I can before tossing them. (Please ignore the chipped nail polish.)
https://imgur.com/gallery/P9jWGXk

Here's something similar to what I picked up in the store:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B017MAZ95Q/ref=mp_s_a_1_7_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1540128474&sr=8-7&keywords=self+adherent+wrap&dpPl=1&dpID=51Oc4lYGVeL&ref=plSrch

I hope this can help you!

Bacon band-aids or Glow in the dark toilet paper. You don't have to, but it would be hilarious.

Generally blisters form when there is too much friction. The presence of water, be it sweat or rainwater, can exacerbate this. Typically the cause is an ill-fitting shoe. In your case, it may well be the socks. So obviously don't use those socks again. But the sock might not be the whole cause. Perhaps there is something about your shoe that your fluffier socks are protecting you from?

Where on your foot is the blister?

Anyway, now that you have the blister, you can deal with it in a couple ways. Generally speaking, you should not drain the blister unless it's already been ruptured naturally. The fluid inside will act as a cushion. And if it does rupture, do not peel away the outside skin. That's going to make it more painful and more susceptible to infection. I recommend some blister bandages. You should be able to find them in a good drug store or supermarket. The brand isn't important. Or look for some tegaderm film, though that might be less likely than the blister bandages.

In the future, remember that prevention is key. Listen to your feet. If you feel a "hot spot" forming somewhere, don't ignore it. Figure out the cause and make necessary changes.

I’m a woman and while I don’t wear heels often now, I wore them all the time when I was younger. Heels that are too big give me rub blisters. Plus there are band aids now that are amazing for protection. blister protection

Heck Yeah!

ProTip: If you are going to wear them a lot then make sure you:

1. Break them in by wearing them some this week.
   
   
2. Pack a blister kit.

These things 👍:

NipEaze - 4pack Value - The Original Transparent Nip Protector - Nipple Chafing Prevention; 62 pairs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008C24N6K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_.qV1BbBE3F8GY

I’ve used these in the past with some success.

I keep my FAK in a large PLANO tacklebox . It normally sits on top of the fridge, but it's easy enough to grab and stick in the car when we're headed out for something more interesting than being suburban.

• Assorted adhesive bandages
  
• Gauze pads
  
• Roll gauze
  
• Non-stick wound pads
  
• Surgical tape
  
• Bandage scissors
  
• Bactine (antiseptic spray)
  
• Hydrogen Peroxide
  
• Isopropyl Alcohol
  
• Neosporin / Baccitracin antibiotic cream or ointment
  
• Splinter tweezers
  
• LifeGear "glow" flashlight -- Can work as a roadside flasher, floats, is cheap enough to be disposable ($5-9), and is very lightweight.
  
• Snakebite kit
  
• ACE bandage
  
• Immodium (anti-diarrheal)
  
• Aspirin
  
• Benadryl (antihistamine)
  
• Ibuprofren (NSAID, fever / inflammation reduction)
  
• Insect sting relief pen
  
• Alcohol swabs
  
• Nitrile gloves
  
• Styptic pencil
  
• QuikClot sponge
  
• Iodine for water purification (PolarPure, though this is currently unavailable for purchase due to California law and DEA intervention, as iodine can be used in the manufacture of crystallized methamphetamine)
  
• Waterproofed "strike anywhere" matches
  
• TickKey tick removal tool
  
• Stick-on / velcro heating pads
  
• Large medicine / eye dropper (simple lavage purposes, like cleaning dirt out of smaller cuts)
  
• Distilled water
  
  
  It's not incredibly complete, but it's handled every first-aid need I've thrown at it over the last five years, including some very deep, bloody cuts on senior citizens due to nasty falls. I've made multiple use of eveything in the kit, save for the iodine, QuikClot, and snakebite kit.

You have 'hooks and fishing line' in food then 'needle and thread' in medical. Couldn't 'hook and line' do the same thing here? (It's a non-issue for me because I'd pass out if I tried to give myself stitches) So the one addition that I've added to every pack I have, the BoB, the car, the truck, hunting packs, etc. is Quickclot. That and duct tape will have to suffice for me in place of stitches.

Edit: This TraumaPack may be better. I use this one when I want to carry as little as possible.

Hi I highly recommend these for road rash! Thin and flexible and stay on for about a week. Totally worth it.

https://www.amazon.com/3M-Tegaderm-Transparent-Dressing-Picture/dp/B001QFC1FA

Available at CVS and many other retail places.

I did one for a broken ankle in Cat On A Hot Tin Roof. It looked great for the stage, and I think it would be good enough for camera but I can’t say for sure. Easy to test though.

The method was to take a sock and cut the end so I could poke my toes out. You may want to cut a thumb hole to get the proper wrist cast style. Then just wrap the whole thing with adhesive gauze tape, like this stuff: https://www.amazon.com/MEDca-Adherent-Cohesive-Bandages-Approved/dp/B017MAZ95Q

It takes almost a whole roll of the stuff to reach a proper thickness, and when you are done you have to cut it off and make a new one for the next time. It’s a little more flexible than a plaster cast would be, but the actor should have no trouble maintaining a straight wrist because even the fake cast does provide quite a bit of support.

I got these gag gift bacon bandaids once and they look very much like bleeding wounds. Very unsettling.

Here's one, there are multiple manufacturers:

https://www.amazon.com/Accoutrements-11476-Bacon-Strips-Bandages/dp/B000SSV8AA

Really this sells itself. Who doesnt want to wear bacon over a booboo probably had from bacon grease popping up to give you kisses.

Band-Aid Brand Hydro Seal Extra Large Waterproof Adhesive Bandages for Wound Care and Blisters, 3 ct https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077TN7L3R/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_pXSKBbARC79ZZ

Recommend prime shipping so you don't lose too much blood before it arrives.

https://www.amazon.com/Quikclot-Advanced-Clotting-Bleeding-Package/dp/B001BCNTHC

Oh this is sooooo much fun!
Ok...here goes.
Canned unicorn meat
Booze smuggling tampons
Handerpants
Emergency inflatable chicken
Face/Butt towel
Yodelling Pickle
Bacon Bandages
USB Humping Dog
Soap

Ok..that should just about do it! Xxxxx
We ❤️ You Robert!

I recently added [this] (http://www.amazon.com/Quikclot-Advanced-Clotting-Bleeding-Package/dp/B001BCNTHC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1413559535&sr=8-1&keywords=quick-clot) to my kit. Hopefully I'll never need it!

MEDca Self Adherent Cohesive Wrap Bandages 2 Inches X 5 Yards 6 Count, FDA Approved (Rainbow Color) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017MAZ95Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3xV3CbVG07VWJ

Or the stuff boxers use on their fingers.

Yes they are sold out.. so here is a link for bacon strip bandaids.

These can help you through the initial blisters: http://www.amazon.com/Band-Aid-Adhesive-Bandages-Multi-Day-Protection/dp/B001E96LIG

Corn starch-based body powder can help. Or...

Band-Aid Friction Block.

> I've had to give myself stitches with dental floss on multiple occasions because I can't afford to go to a doctor, even with insurance.

For the sake of your health, please use these instead!

Something like this will help you immensely https://www.amazon.com/3M-Tegaderm-Transparent-Dressing-Picture/dp/B001QFC1FA

I second the blister band-aids. Here's what they look like. You put them on, and it's like you don't even have the blister anymore.

Yes way.

You can also get assorted ones, like pickles, beef, or toast.

If you can find them in your local drugstore, Tegaderm film dressings are fantastic. They're waterproof, but allow one way vapor exchange (so a wound can 'breathe') and they prevent scabbing which usually minimizes scarring.

General athletic tape. I use stuff I buy at Wal Mart for like ~$2-$3 a roll.

Here's what I get.

Well then how about some bacon toothpicks or maybe some bacon bandaids will tickle your fancy

Maxpedition individual first aid pouch


zipper pocket:

• safety pins<br />

• Nitrile gloves
  
• Ziplock bag:
  
• bacitracin
  
• alcohol wipes
  
• Band-Aids (several sizes/types)
  
• Steri-strips
  
• Moleskin
  
• Tegaderm
  
• Vaseline gauze
  
• Glacier Gel
  
• 4x4 Gauze
  
  Inside:
  
  
• Sharpie
  
  "White" side
  
  
• Whistle
  
• Signal mirror
  
• Trauma shears
  
• Wet Wipes
  
• Aluminum Finger Splint
  
• Saline
  
• Tweezers
  
• Combat Gauze
  
  "Black" side
  
  
• Ace wrap
  
• Body Glide
  
• Transpore Medical Tape
  
• Duck tape
  
• Triangle Bandage
  
• Coban
  
• Compressed Gauze dressing
  
  EDIT: Spelling, formatting, and added some links (cuz I'm bored at work). Not necessarily the ones from the vid, but links nonetheless

Here is what I use for my feet:
Injinji socks www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AK8EC4C/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Heel pads (note: am female so yes, I get the one for women):
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FQTW4P8/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&th=1

heel protector:
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JS1GT3I/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

bandages:
www.amazon.com/Band-Aid-Blister-Protection-Adhesive-Bandages/dp/B000Y8W50G/ref=sr_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1505064583&sr=8-3&keywords=blister%2Bbandages&th=1

also will work in a pinch: duct tape, just tape over blisters. keep walking. Also Oragel - fantastic pain relief that can be used on blisters

I wear Altras which are trail runners and not going to be for everyone because they are sort of weird https://www.altrarunning.com/

Agreed. Stand it up and wrap that wound with this. It will heal.

this would be good bacon is meat candy surprise me

Seriously seconding this. Most groomers will trim nails for really cheap, sometimes free depending on circumstances.

If you do it yourself, have some cornstarch or flour (or substances like this can't for the life of me remember the product my mother uses) to stop the bleeding if you cut too much.

If you have a CGM (Dexcom specifically), Tegaderm is amazing at prolonging the lifetime of a sensor. I used to get it via my mom who was a nurse. She just retired and I'm bummed about having to buy it. It seems reasonable on amazon though. I get these ones: http://www.amazon.com/3M-Tegaderm-Transparent-Dressing-Picture/dp/B001QFC1FA

I use two per sensor. I cut each one in half, so you have 4 pieces, and put one on each side of my dexcom sensor, completely covering up the white sensor tape. I can reliably get 2.5-3 weeks per sensor this way.

EDIT: apparently Tegaderm is inferior to other products!

Band Aid Blister Block works well http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00166FZBG

Also I find that not wearing the same pair of shoes for more than a couple of days in a row helps.

Poor reviews on Amazon. $30 for one bandage. Supposedly this stuff is equally effective and has 60 for $7
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004WFXCSQ/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_aHcBCbKN8E53M

They are typically advertised as "blister" bandaids. Amazon has them: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000Y8W50G/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_a_it?qid=1462158407&sr=8-2&keywords=blister+bandaids&pi=SY200_QL40

you buy these bacon bandaids for your boo boos

I want princess cupcakes

I have an issue with constantly wanting to pick at mine and just the affected area getting irritated and uncomfortable due to movement and clothes. I find that this (here's the [smaller version] (http://smile.amazon.com/Nexcare-Tegaderm-Waterproof-Transparent-Dressing/dp/B000GG7UEW/ref=sr_1_6?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1452501499&sr=1-6&keywords=tegaderm) - disclaimer: I've never used this one before) helps a lot. Once you put it on, it's like second skin and you don't feel it. It really helps me not pick at it because I forget that area was affected in the first place. That area won't get irritated due to friction either. It also stays all day (I forget it's there), even in like the awkward creases of butt/groin area - I've even used a combination of neosporin and acne cream under it (no gauze, just straight on skin), didn't apply it perfectly and not only did it stay >24 hrs, it stayed through multiple sessions of rough sex and showers. It was an especially rough breakout and since the entire area was kept clean by that film and I didn't mess with it, it was basically entirely healed when I took it off, with minimal to no scarring that I can notice too, compared the countless other breakouts.

Hope this helps, I'm still struggling to manage mine and it makes me so self conscious since my boyfriend is a butt dude, even though he doesn't care.

I use tegaderm. I just cut a hole out in the tegaderm, place it over my site, then plug my pump in my site. It works well and does not irritate my skin too much.

Beer cozy. AC/DC keychain bottle opener. Leisure pants. Personalized bowling ball. Ham radio. Bacon bandages. Leatherman MultiTool. Portable outdoor arm chair. Fleshlight. Fine assortment of marinades (for a grill, not the Fleshlight). Oh and a grill.

Sorry, that was 11.

No. It's a clear film dressing that doesn't stick to wounds used in hospitals a lot. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QFC1FA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_gX.PCbH1R6ZEQ

I actually have been using [tegaderm dressings] (http://www.amazon.com/3M-Tegaderm-Transparent-Dressing-Picture/dp/B001QFC1FA) and they work wonderfully. They're extremely strong and ultra thin, but they're also expensive. They're one of the most commonly used bandages in hospitals and clinics though, so you might be able to get some from your doctor (or stuff some in your purse the next time you're in the emergency room).

Happy Blister Relief Seriously, these things are worth it.

Any form of athletic tape. I use Johnson and Johnson coach tape. http://www.amazon.com/ohnson-Johnson-Sports-Tape-10yrds/dp/B0009RFB3U/ref=sr_1_1/188-6224322-8225046?ie=UTF8&qid=1408419948&sr=8-1&keywords=johnson+%26+johnson+tape

They also sell this.

Genius.

Maybe add these to your list!

I use nip eaze.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008C24N6K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_jCmtDb5AW7HE9

Theyare a bit more pricey than tape but very convenient and it’s so easy to bring spares along.

NipEAZE


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008C24N6K/

Bacon band aids!

Of course

Somehow, bacon bandaids showed up on that page:

http://www.amazon.com/BACON-shaped-themed-Adhesive-Bandages/dp/B000SSV8AA

The only tape I ever use for my various finger taping needs is J&J coach tape.

Johnson & Johnson Coach Sports Tape 1 1/2 Inch x 10 Yards (Pack of 3) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009RFB3U/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_1qynxbK28WAVW

I use hydrocolloid blister band-aids (like this one) preemptively when I'm breaking shoes in, and start to get blisters, or even rubbing indicating an oncoming blister.

For first aid kit! It's on my bc I'm cheap list.

link

A band-aid. Or you could wrap it with a 2x2 cotton pad and some self-adherent (non-sticky) tape.

https://www.amazon.com/MEDca-Adherent-Cohesive-Bandages-Approved/dp/B017MAZ95Q/

This is the sort of tape, you can probably get it locally though.

You can just get them at your local pharmacy, either generic brand or Band-aid sells them, which is what these are. These are the extra-large variety, which includes 3 for about $4. https://www.amazon.com/Band-Aid-Waterproof-Adhesive-Bandages-Blisters/dp/B077TN7L3R/ref=sr_1_5_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1536020792&sr=8-5&keywords=bandaid+blister+bandage

http://www.amazon.com/Quikclot-Advanced-Clotting-Bleeding-Package/dp/B001BCNTHC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1377059653&sr=8-1&keywords=quikclot

These things are magic

Did you use this hydrocolloid? https://www.amazon.com/Band-Aid-Blister-Protection-Adhesive-Bandages/dp/B000Y8W50G

bacon

Available on Amazon.

relevant.

Gotta pick up some bacon bandages

Nipple protectors.
Lots of similar products available.

Bacon Mints

Bacon Bandages

Bacon Flavored Jelly Beans

Bacon Flavored Toothpicks

Need more?

https://www.amazon.com/Safetec-Relief-Insect-Antiseptic-Reliever/dp/B07J4RPYQ2

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003DPVERM/?coliid=I32ON7D5OOSXF

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KQS2NGK/?coliid=I789G1C4REKK

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ITAKG6A/?coliid=I1J8A8RGQ9QU9W

https://www.amazon.com/Hibiclens-Antiseptic-Antimicrobial-bottle-Each/dp/B014I0KA34

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HJTH5L2

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001J5H92C

https://www.amazon.com/Briggs-Precision-Forceps-Locking-Tweezers/dp/B00GGAAPD0

https://www.amazon.com/Tick-Twister-Remover-Small-Large/dp/B01BECRHEO

https://www.amazon.com/Triple-Antibiotic-Ointment-5gr-Packets/dp/B00H2T9K3K

https://www.amazon.com/Safetec-Burn-Gel-gram-count/dp/B00D7C46KI

https://www.amazon.com/HUMCO-232598001

https://www.amazon.com/Dynarex-Triangular-Bandage-40x40x56-Count/dp/B000TVQHO8

https://www.amazon.com/3M-Tegaderm-Transparent-Film-Dressing/dp/B000PYP5R4

https://www.amazon.com/Medipore-Soft-Cloth-Tape-10yd/dp/B019Y81FMU

https://www.amazon.com/3M-Micropore-Paper-Tape-White/dp/B003TXPZ64

https://www.amazon.com/BIC-Round-Ballpoint-Medium-144-Count/dp/B06WGMTMVM (not whole box)

https://www.amazon.com/Kimberly-Clark-Safety-55093-Nitrile/dp/B00U8TUXIM

THESE ACTUALLY MAKE SENSE NOW
http://www.amazon.com/BACON-shaped-themed-Adhesive-Bandages/dp/B000SSV8AA

But does he have bacon soap or bacon bandages?

Also, you get an upvote for introducing me to the phrase Bacon is Meat Candy

edit: item

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077TN7L3L/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I agree with the recommendation for Body Glide. I find, though, that for very long runs and/or very wet conditions, it can be inadequate. In that case, I use NipEAZE.

You gotta get these bad boys: https://www.amazon.com/Band-Aid-Adhesive-Bandages-Blisters-Waterproof/dp/B077TKLJ8T The adhesive on these are far superior to the ones I think you might have been using. Only hitch is they're too small for really big blisters, and too stiff for places like toes.

I had a particularly shitty blister on the ball of my foot recently and put one of these over it. For bonus anti-friction, I put a layer of moleskin over top of it. I was able to crank out another 8 miles under heavy pack with no pain, and that included a river crossing (though I did swap out for fresh moleskin on the other side).

Have you tried any of the available products for this issue like Nipeaze? I had similar issues until I used nipple guards, which were noticeable throughbclothing and don't stay on well. Then I found these and not only are they water proof and sweat proof, they are not readily visible through clothing. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008C24N6K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T1_287GzbE956QX0

I'd suggest some nitrile gloves, clotting powder, Steri-Strips, benzoin compound tincture, 91% isopropyl alcohol in a squirty-container (like an old contact lens solution bottle), more gauze pads (they disappear fast), small scissors, and rolled gauze. Probably some Neosporin, too.

Also, never use hydrogen peroxide, alcohol, or iodine in an open wound. They're for external use only, so be sure to use them around the wound, not in it. To irrigate and clean a laceration or abrasion, use saline solution with a low pressure stream. You can get some expensive but effective shit like this or you can just make your own.

Lastly, perhaps some gauze pads that fold out into relatively large, thin sheets so you can have something resembling a sterile field on which you can place your equipment to prevent additional contaminants from entering the wound.

Could be a faulty sensor. I'd contact Abbot. I actually put a Tegaderm Patch (Amazon) over my sensor

I get these and cut them to the length I need. One layer does the trick, and they have stayed in place for any run I need them on (including my recent 12hr race)

Something else good as an overnight treatment for active acne is a hydrocolloid bandage. You may have to lance the spot with a sterile needle first, but put one on the cleaned area and leave it on at least 8 hours. The next day, it will be noticeably smaller/less painful. You can tell if it's worked because the dressing will have a bubble of lymph and gunk sucked up in it, and it's safe to use several days in a row.

You can buy QuikClot prepped bandages online. I have a few in my car in my emergency kit and even my car.

You need to definitely put some thought into what you would need medically in a survival situation where you can't get to a hospital fast.

For example:

Quikclot to stop excessive bleeding until you can get medical help.

Sam Splint in case of a broken arm or leg.

If you break your arm or get a wound deep enough to where your wound won't stop bleeding, it doesn't matter how good you are at casting a net or purifying water.

Dude dude, bacon. Everyone loves bacon. Why not bacon bandaids????????? Like dude, its like when you look at where you cut yourself, it'll be poof! I didn't know I cut myself, because bacon distracted me!!! Genius!

I don't know if this is the same issue, but I used to get blisters on my achilles from wearing Vans with no socks from the heel chafing the skin. I picked up a Band-Aid brand friction block stick from the drug store and used it whenever I was wearing slip-ons for a few months. Now, my skin has become a little bit tougher along my achilles where the shoes would rub, and I don't need to use it anymore.

Just poke the tiniest hole in it, cover it with a hydro colloidal bandage (you can get specific “pimple patches” from Ulta, etc or just use the Band Aid blister bandages), then leave it covered as long as needed. The bandage holds in moisture but also sucks out the pus. You can cut the Band Aid kind down to size.

https://www.ulta.com/acne-pimple-master-patch?productId=xlsImpprod16661021&sku=2517360&cmpid=PS_Non!google!Product_Listing_Ads&cagpspn=pla&CATCI=pla-459819642948&CAAGID=41574836298&CAWELAID=330000200001239843&CATARGETID=330000200001464274&cadevice=m&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIv_qm2oaU5AIVFNVkCh1hgAuGEAUYBCABEgKZYvD_BwE

https://www.amazon.com/Band-Aid-Adhesive-Bandages-Blisters-Waterproof/dp/B077TQR37W/ref=asc_df_B077TQR37W/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309765225568&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8881100639377960379&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9029376&hvtargid=pla-568486703883&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=70155173228&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=309765225568&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8881100639377960379&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9029376&hvtargid=pla-568486703883

I am not a doomsday prepper.

However, there's no reason why I shouldn't have a pantry with six months' worth of food.

There's no reason I shouldn't have the ability to do certain things without electricity.

There's no reason I shouldn't be able to access safe drinking water.

And there's no reason that I shouldn't know first aid.

Also, I live in Alaska, so the power going out in the winter really can be a life threatening situation, both short term and long term.

A great phlebotomist is such an asset! I’m a difficult stick and luckily I’m not afraid of needles and don’t mind being stuck, but I feel so bad for all the poor people who are. I’m also allergic to crappy bandaids but my regular office uses this great bandage now instead . I have to find a link. cool bandages

It'll be a while before I can put together a comprehensive post but think of the basics as items that would get you to the nearest ambulance.

OK, this became a comprehensive post. :P

Here are pics of the stocked kit. (a few items OTC meds are missing and need to be restocked)

https://imgur.com/a/fCVcp

Disclosure: I have enough basic first-aid training to know my limitations; an RN friend of mine helped me build this kit.

Meds

• Benadryl and an epipen(you'll need an Rx for this) for allergic reactions
  
  
• OTC Imodium/Pepto pills (since dehydration from vomiting or diarrhea will kill you)
  
  
• OTC Advil, Tylenol, Naproxen (not absolutely necessary but the first two can help bring a fever down and Naproxen can bring inflammation down...more comfort items, they don't take up a lot of space)
  
• triple antibiotic ointment in single use disposable packs (it's basically Polysporin but you avoid contaminating a whole tube by using individual packs; I try to find similar packaging with other stuff)
  
  
• BZK wipes (for disinfecting scrapes and such)
  
  
• sterile saline (small bottle or disposable sterile bullets for flushing out wounds or as an eye wash)
  
  
• non-enteric, standard 325mg Aspirin in individual foil packs (I've read that chewing these at the time of a heart attack and in the month after will improve survivability by as much as 23%)
  
  
• if hypoglycemia or diabetes are factors, pack plenty of Dex4 sugar tablets and whatever other supplies you might need
  
  

  Misc.
  

  
  

• 3M Steri-Strip closures to keep a deep cut from opening up further (forget surgical glue or stitches; you'll only seal dirt and bacteria into a wound)
  
  
• couple of Tegaderm films would be good to cover wounds.
  
  
• stretch gauze
  
  
• sterile gauze
  
  
• med tape
  
  
• Advanced, flexible bandaids, large (forget fabric or regular crappy bandages; if you carry any at all, get these)
  
  
• Advanced blister bandaids (similar to above material but different form-factor)
  
  
• QuikClot sponge
  
  
• triangle bandage with safety pins
  
  
• pair of EMT shears (don't use a knife as you risk injury while cutting clothes or bandages)
  
  
• Sliver Gripper tweezer with clip
  
  
• pair of disposable nitrile gloves in a small sealed bag
  
  
• water purification tabs (safe drinking water is critical; better this than having to use the Imodium!)
  
  
• emergency blanket (statistics are dramatic on reduced survivability with even the slightest hypothermia)
  
  The point of this kit is to get someone to the nearest medical help. You can get a replacement pair of nitrile gloves, more gauze or whatever when you get to the ambulance or hospital. Some of the stuff is for keeping conditions from getting worse (sliver removal, band-aids, blister cushions, ointment) which might be viewed as "comfort" items not "first aid" but in more rough environments, an infected cut could kill you so I put it in.