Best products from r/prepping
We found 23 comments on r/prepping discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 21 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. Reliance Products Jumbo-Tainer 7 Gallon Jerry Can Style Rigid Water Container
- 7-gallon jumbo-tainer style rigid water container
- Combines the easy to carry shape of a traditional in a more contemporary
- Features reliable tap style spigot and dual grip-through handles
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2. Reliance Products Aqua-Tainer 7 Gallon Rigid Water Container
- Rigid, 7-gallon rectangular water container with molded contour grip
- Space-saving design for easy storing and stacking when empty. Spigot cap is reversible for safe storage and transport
- New and improved screw-on vent; hideaway spigot for on-demand water dispensing
- Suitable for outdoors activities and emergency water storage
- NOTE: Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight will cause the water container to degrade and become brittle, increasing the chance of leaks. It is highly recommended to store water containers in cool shaded areas.
- Five-year warranty against manufacturer's defects
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3. SAS Survival Handbook, Third Edition: The Ultimate Guide to Surviving Anywhere
- William Morrow Company
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4. WaterBOB Bathtub Emergency Water Storage Container, Drinking Water Storage, Hurricane Survival, BPA-Free (100 Gallon) (1)
- COLLECT WATER IN YOUR BATHTUB: The waterBOB is a water containment system that holds up to 100 gallons of fresh drinking water in any standard bathtub to prepare for an emergency and survive. Don’t wait in line to buy expensive bottled water or worry about keeping large barrels or tanks. Collect water in the large container that you already have—your bathtub!
- PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES: Never be without water in an emergency. During a hurricane or tropical storm, water main breaks and storm surges can interrupt or even contaminate your water supply. This is when the waterBOB comes in handy as a temporary water storage system. Don’t be caught unprepared for an emergency. The waterBOB is an essential for your emergency preparedness kit. Feel safer by purchasing a waterBOB today!
- KEEPS WATER CLEAN FOR DRINKING: Water stored in an open bathtub with dirt, soap film, and exposure to debris will spoil and become useless. WaterBOB lets you negate these health risks and make your bathtub a clean and fresh water storage container that helps keep water fresh for up to 16 weeks. Help keep your water clean for drinking, cooking, washing, and flushing.
- EASY TO USE: The waterBOB is simple to use for survival, storing water, and using it for your everyday needs. Simply lay the liner in any standard bathtub, attach the fill sock to the faucet, and fill the bladder to capacity, which takes approximately 20 minutes. A siphon pump is included to easily dispense the water into jugs or pitchers, making it easy to use and prepare your water every day.
- BPA-FREE AND USFDA-APPROVED: The waterBOB is constructed of heavy-duty, food-grade plastic that is FDA compliant for food storage. Our material is also completely BPA-free. Feel confident that you will be prepared for any emergency with our top-quality materials. Put your trust in waterBOB and feel safe with a clean and fresh water storage solution.
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5. Sawyer Products SP128 Mini Water Filtration System, Single, Blue
- Ideal for outdoor recreation, hiking, camping, scouting, domestic and International travel, and emergency preparedness
- High-performance 0.1 Micron absolute inline filter fits in the palm of your hand and weighs just 2 ounces; 100% of MINI units individually tested three times to performance standards by Sawyer
- Attaches to included drinking pouch, standard disposable water bottles, hydration packs, or use the straw to drink directly from your water source
- Removes 99.99999% of all bacteria (salmonella, cholera, and E. coli); removes 99.9999% of all protozoa (such as giardia and cryptosporidium); also removes 100% of microplastics
- Filter rated up to 100,000 gallons; Includes one Sawyer MINI filter, 16-ounce reusable squeeze pouch, 7-inch drinking straw, and cleaning plunger
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6. VoltRay 6.1 Cu. Ft. DC Solar Refrigerator
- DC Refrigerator
- 12/24V Current Switch
- 7 setting thermostat
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8. Solar Panel, Anker 21W 2-Port USB Portable Solar Charger with Foldable Panel, PowerPort Solar for iPhone 11/Xs/XS Max/XR/X/8/7, iPad Pro/Air/Mini, Galaxy S9/S8/S7/S6, and More
- The Anker Advantage: Join the 50 million+ powered by our leading technology
- Fast Charging Technology: PowerIQ delivers the charging speed up to 2.4 amps per port or 3 amps overall under direct sunlight. 21 watt SunPower solar array is 21.5-23.5% efficient, providing enough power to charge two devices simultaneously
- Incredibly Durable: Industrial-strength PET polymer faced solar panels sewn into a rugged polyester canvas offer weather-resistant outdoor durability
- Highly Portable: Compact size (11.1 × 6.3in folded or 26.4 × 11.1in opened) and stainless-steel eye-holes on each corner allow easy attachment to backpacks, trees, or tents. Lightweight and ultra-thin design make it ideal for long treks
- What You Get: Anker PowerPort Solar (21W 2-Port USB Solar Charger), 3ft Micro USB cable, welcome guide, our fan-favorite 18-month warranty and friendly customer service
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9. 3V Gear Paratus 3-Day Operator's Tactical Backpack
- ULTIMATE TACTICAL BACKPACK - The Paratus 3-Day Operator's Tactical Backpack is one of the best gear packs on the market and is ideal as a bug out bag, assault pack, military pack, rucksack pack, hunting, or hiking backpack. With MOLLE compatibility, this is a modular backpack. The Rapid Deployment Pack and two MOLLE pouches make the Paratus backpack extremely versatile and durable.
- HEAVY-DUTY BACKPACK- Double-stitched seams combined with heavy-duty 600D PVC backed polyester make the Paratus Tactical Backpack weather resistant, strong, and lasting. Side-release compression straps allow for you to tighten your pack. A molded EVA back panel adds rigidity to the backpack and allows for airflow.
- DESIGNED FOR COMFORT - Padded shoulder and waist straps give comfort and support to this large backpack while keeping the tactical backpack secure. Several access points make the Paratus easy to use and pack as a bug out bag or for a weekend hiking trip.
- 4-IN-1 MILITARY PACK - The main tactical backpack, Rapid Deployment Pack, and two MOLLE pouches create several different pack combinations. As a MOLLE/PALs compatible tactical backpack, it can be personalized for emergency preparedness, military, or outdoor adventures.
- QUALITY = LIFETIME WARRANTY - Designed in Salt Lake city, UT, this Paratus 3-Day Operator's Tactical Backpack will last countless missions and will always be ready for any law enforcement, assault, hiking, ruck, or backpacking trip. All 3V Gear packs come with a Limited Lifetime Warranty against manufacturer defects.
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10. Renogy 60 Watt 12 Volt Monocrystalline Foldable Solar Suitcase
Compact design makes it very portable and versatile. Folded size: 13.8 x 25.6 x2.9 inches. Ideal output: 300 watt hours per day (depends on sunlight availability).German made solar cells perform excellent in weak light environment and yield better energy over the long run.10A built in negative groun...
11. Pocket Ref 4th Edition
Author: Thomas Glover864 pages3.2" x 5.4", softbound(Also available in Desk Size item 2072)
12. eSynic 4 pcs Rechargeable Walkie Talkies with Earpieces Long Range Two-Way Radio 16 Channel with Flashlight walky Talky Handheld Transceiver USB Charging Included
【4 pack Two Way Radio】16 Memory Channels FRS462MHz and up to 3 Miles Range (Open Area Without Obstructions, It Exactly Depends On Your Surroundings), Using 16 Position Rotary Channel Switch To Change The Different Channel. The Channel Frequency Can Be Programmed In the Frequency Range, You Can P...
13. Midland - X-TALKER T71VP3, 36 Channel FRS Two-Way Radio - Up to 38 Mile Range Walkie Talkie, 121 Privacy Codes, NOAA Weather Scan + Alert (Pair Pack) (Black/Silver)
2-WAY RADIOS - These license-free walkie-talkies feature 36 FRS/GMRS (Family Radio Service) channels, along with channel scan to check for activity.38-MILE RANGE - Longer range communication in open areas with little or no obstruction.121 CTCSS PRIVACY CODES - The Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch Syste...
14. The Encyclopedia of Country Living, 40th Anniversary Edition: The Original Manual for Living off the Land & Doing It Yourself
The Encyclopedia of Country Living 40th Anniversary Edition
15. SAS Urban Survival Handbook: How to Protect Yourself Against Terrorism, Natural Disasters, Fires, Home Invasions, and Everyday Health and Safety Hazards
- Quality material used to make all Pro force products
- Tested in the field and used in the toughest environments
- 100 percent designed in the USA
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17. HiMedia GRM3949-250G Sodium Acetate Anhydrous, ACS, 250 g
Laboratory ChemicalsChemicals for Lab useSodium acetate anhydrous, ACS (250G)
18. DryTec 23224 73% Calcium Hypochlorite Chlorine Extra Shock Treatment for Swimming Pools, 1-Pound
- Chlorine pool shock, 73% calcium hypochlorite
- Prevents algae growth
- Clarifies pool water
- Super chlorinates pool water
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19. Ergodyne Arsenal 5215 Large Medic First Responder Trauma Duffel Bag with Shoulder Strap, Orange
- EXTREME DURABILITY Made with 600D polyester main material with reinforcced backing to keep your medical supplies clean and dry
- PLENTY OF STORAGE Interior compartment has more than enough room to store supplies.
- OPTIMAL COMFORT Adjustable and removable padded shoulder strap makes it easy to carry and transport your bag
- ULTIMATE ORGANIZATION Customizable and removable foam dividers for optimal storage of first aid and other medical supplies
- FIRST AID SUPPLIES NOT INCLUDED
- 19in L x 12in W x 8.5in H (48cm x 30cm x 22cm) overall dimensions
- Overall dimensions : 19in L x 12in W x 8.5in H (48cm x 30cm x 22cm)
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20. Ergodyne Arsenal 5210 Small Medic First Responder Trauma Duffel Bag with Shoulder Strap, Orange
- EXTREME DURABILITY Made with 600D polyester main material with reinforcced backing to keep your medical supplies clean and dry
- PLENTY OF STORAGE Interior compartment has more than enough room to store supplies.
- OPTIMAL COMFORT Adjustable and removable padded shoulder strap makes it easy to carry and transport your bag
- ULTIMATE ORGANIZATION Customizable and removable foam dividers for optimal storage of first aid and other medical supplies
- FIRST AID SUPPLIES NOT INCLUDED
- 16.5in L 10in W x 7in H (42cm x 25cm x 18cm)
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the SAS Survival Guide is generally thought of as a good go-to book for all preppers to have in their library and specifically those who are building their cache from scratch. Here's a link:
http://www.amazon.com/SAS-Survival-Handbook-Third-Edition/dp/0062378074
Also, water and heat are good initial topics to cover for your survival mindset as a beginner. For these topics, you'll need to consider questions like, "Do I live near a water source other than city water?" and, "How would I best get clean water?" and, "What is the best way I could create heat to boil water, cook food and stay warm/dry?"
Remember to buy within your budget and don't go overboard. Take the time you need to purchase wisely for your cache.
Good luck and have fun.
I'm in Orange County.
To my north is LA. To my south is San Diego. I'd have to go through something worse before getting to something better there.
To the east is desert (part of it it literally named death valley. To the west is Ocean. There's nothing there for me unless I've specifically planned something beforehand.
There's local mountains, but those are two lane, winding roads and are likely to be jammed up or (intentionally or accidentally) physically obstructed. Any chance at scoring some game will be exhausted in a matter of weeks due to overhunting.
Unless there's a deadly environmental effect like radiation, your safest bet is to hunker down. Keep a couple months worth of shelf stable food, get a WaterBob and keep it topped off until you've got no running water. Make sure you know of the closest location you can get more water and come up with a plan to get it and purify it. Keep stocked up on plenty of ammo.
Then if you find yourself in a food riot kind of situation, do your best to remain hidden. If it's known no support would ever come, you'd have better chances of relocating to a more suitable place after 1-2 months and most everyone is either gone or dead.
The Sawyer Mini is an great all around filter that can be purchased for $20. tablets aren't a bad idea either. Do not waste your money on a lifestraw though. the sawyers are good for like 10-100x the lifespan(in gallons of course)
This is a tough one, as someone else has mentioned, it might be a little tough to do it on a budget of $300-$400... The solar panels and batteries could end up more than that. If you're going to end up with a system like that, you might as well just go all out.
This is 4x the cost yes, but as far a prep goes, they can keep food for longer as well. An actual DC refrigerator that is compressor driven and operates on 12V/24V will be more efficient and reliable. In terms of systems it would be more or less the same minimum specs.
200W-230W Solar (single panel)
300Ah 12v battery
https://www.amazon.com/VoltRay-6-1-Cu-Solar-Refrigerator/dp/B017MV6BF2/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1527519784&sr=8-2&keywords=voltray+refrigerator
These are pretty well liked in the camping community, and they are pretty well made IMO
https://www.amazon.com/Reliance-Products-Aqua-Tainer-Gallon-Container/dp/B001QC31G6/ref=sr_1_4?crid=188BU925CUZ5H&dchild=1&keywords=reliance+aqua-tainer+7+gal+water+container&qid=1571190451&sprefix=reliance+%2Caps%2C247&sr=8-4
This is a more common shape
https://www.amazon.com/Reliance-Products-Jumbo-Tainer-Gallon-Container/dp/B000GKDFH4/ref=sr_1_5?crid=188BU925CUZ5H&dchild=1&keywords=reliance+aqua-tainer+7+gal+water+container&qid=1571190481&sprefix=reliance+%2Caps%2C247&sr=8-5
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I've got a pair of the reliance desert tanks. They have poor reviews, but I've been bouncing them around the desert for about 5 years without a leak.
I know you're not looking for a siphon but I'd recommend one of these for transferring gas.
Just put it in the can shake up and down and you're good to go
https://www.amazon.com/Super-Siphon-Hose-Pack/dp/B000ZORJ1E
You're going to have a hard time getting smaller. If your radio has a battery that can be used to charge your phone in an emergency, it could take a week or more to charge that battery with the tiny solar panel, and hours of cranking. Those radios can run on very low current. Your cell phone takes a ton of current.
Something like this solar charger that folds flat is about the best you can do to get small and actually charge devices. You can get one that's lighter with fewer panels, but it'll increase charge time by a factor of the area lost.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B012YUJJM8
That said, if you're willing to let the solar panel charge all day in direct sunlight, something like this battery pack could charge your phone, probably around 2/3 full during a full sunny day. The battery is huge, and can charge your phone 3x or so, so it is a decent option if you're planning on charging from mains power every few days, but want a backup in an emergency.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077BQQX3L
That pack is similar in size to many phones (and thicker), but you can absolutely get smaller packs, usually without the solar panels. I prefer packs without tiny solar panels that I view as gimmicky (I'd rather have high quality panels and high quality batteries that I can mix and match) but if you're looking to reduce volume and weight, they might suit you.
I recommend Anker brand. They're not remotely the only good brand out there, but I've bought around a dozen of their products and used some of them to failure, and I've never once seen signs of cheap design like I often find when (for example) other products just fall apart after a few weeks of heavy use.
Anker costs more, but a few years ago, I got tired of replacing broken stuff, and only look elsewhere when Anker doesn't make exactly what I'm looking for.
This is the bag, I've gone through quite a few. Finally decided on this one it is fantastic!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CICGI40/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Don't waste your money with harbor freight unless it's tarps, car garage or other items. I've bought this for what you are looking for, but the 100watt panel.
Renogy 60 Watt 12 Volt Monocrystalline Foldable Solar Suitcase https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JX3XKFC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_ZouwybVDE8VSQ
Stove, Walmart had a butane single burner stove for $19 and a can last 30-45 min depending on the setting. They have the Colman in store. I get the gas from the Chinese store, 4 pack for like $6
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Gas-One-Portable-Butane-Gas-Stove-W-case/152360889
I find this book to be very useful. It isn't all knowing but it has a lot of information on everything.
I know people suggested the Baofeng BF-F8HP (careful there are other versions that are cheaper, but very different), however if you want cheaper options with a lot less range (because they are not HAM/shortwave). Here are some options that I have been suggested in the past.
sas urban survival handbook
http://www.amazon.com/SAS-Urban-Survival-Handbook-Terrorism/dp/1620877112
You're looking for "The Encyclopedia of Country Living", by Carla Emery.
https://www.amazon.com/Encyclopedia-Country-Living-40th-Anniversary/dp/1570618402
Maybe not exactly this, but the "Pocket Ref"
Just some really quick searches. Probably not the best quantity or size. But shows that both can be found on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/HiMedia-GRM3949-250G-Sodium-Acetate-Anhydrous/dp/B00DYO5ED2?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_3
https://www.amazon.com/Acetic-Acid-Glacial-1-Gallon/dp/B07TK4CL6V/ref=sr_1_10?keywords=glacial+acetic+acid&qid=1571782525&sr=8-10
I would advise against an ammo can for any situation. For a number of reasons:
This is a smaller, less expensive model of the bag.