OAUSA Net - Septemeber 29, 2016 - Vehicle Essentials
Posted: Tue Sep 27, 2016 10:50 pm
NOTICE: There was so much to discuss during the first Vehicle Essentials net net on September 29, 2016, that we didn't have time to cover it all. So, we decided to do a part two for October 13, 2016. We will continue to refer to the material below during this second session
For a lot of good reasons, you should be equipping your every day vehicle with the essentials that you will need for disasters, emergencies and the everyday problems that we all face. Not surprisingly, the well equipped vehicle will be similar, if not identical, to the preparations we make for any of our back country travels.
The scope of the discussion will be, "what you should carry in your vehicle every day". We know that there are many angles from which this subject can be viewed, and we would like to hear yours. Let us know what you carry in your vehicle on a daily basis and why. Post your list of your essentials!!!!
Here are a few items that we think you should carry with you at all times:
1. Ultimate Overland Recovery Shovel by Extreme Outback Products (http://www.extremeoutback.com/product/9 ... 8-787.html)
From the Extreme Outback website:
2. Special Forces Shovel by Cold Steel (http://www.coldsteel.com/special-forces-shovel.html)
From the Cold Steel website:
3. Max MultiPurpose Tool by Forrest Tool Company (http://forresttoolco.com/the_max.html)
From The Forrest Tool website:
4. 3-Lb. Drilling Hammer by Estwing (http://www.estwing.com/s_drilling_hammer.php)
From the Estwing website:
For a lot of good reasons, you should be equipping your every day vehicle with the essentials that you will need for disasters, emergencies and the everyday problems that we all face. Not surprisingly, the well equipped vehicle will be similar, if not identical, to the preparations we make for any of our back country travels.
The scope of the discussion will be, "what you should carry in your vehicle every day". We know that there are many angles from which this subject can be viewed, and we would like to hear yours. Let us know what you carry in your vehicle on a daily basis and why. Post your list of your essentials!!!!
Here are a few items that we think you should carry with you at all times:
1. Ultimate Overland Recovery Shovel by Extreme Outback Products (http://www.extremeoutback.com/product/9 ... 8-787.html)
From the Extreme Outback website:
Extreme Outback Products introduces the Ultimate Shovel: Aussie-proven performance for military, off-roaders, outdoors men and field service people!
Military folding shovels are compact and well-suited for garden-variety camping duty. Full-sized landscaping shovels are more functional but are a pain to pack. Extreme Outback Products offers the best of both worlds for people who do serious digging but need stowable convenience: The Ultimate Shovel. Engineered in Australia and tested in the Outback, this three-piece shovel features a multi-core, steel-reinforced fiberglass shaft. Unlike imitation models that aren't reinforced, the Ultimate Shovel won't snap while digging out vehicles buried in deep sand (or creating prize-winning castles at the beach). When the job requires only a spade, the D-handle's steel threads screw directly into the 7.5-inch-wide heat-treated blade piece. The Ultimate Shovel is ideal for everything from over landing to field service to "soft-roading." All three pieces stow in an included bag.
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From the Cold Steel website:
Cold Steel’s Special Forces Shovel is modeled after an original Soviet “Spetsnaz” military entrenching tool. This durable and effective shovel has a stout hardwood handle, a broad flat steel blade and 3 sharp edges. A popular tool with military and special operations units worldwide, we’ve heard tell of it being used to dig foxholes and bunkers, to chop branches, build shelters, act as an improvised paddle, and even as a last-resort weapon of defense! Our Special Forces Shovel is also immensely popular with the throwing community, as its head-heavy balance and multiple sharp edges make it an excellent alternative to a Tomahawk for sport and recreational throwing!
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From The Forrest Tool website:
Anything can happen out in the field. That’s why The MAX ™ Multipurpose Tool should be standard equipment on vehicles assigned to demanding environments. The MAX ™ is also a perfect camping and recreational accessory that stores compactly alongside other accessories in 4WD, off-road and sport utility vehicles. An ax, shovel, pick, rake, hoe and more all in one, it accommodates seven tools onto a single polyglass handle.
Made in the U.S.A.
Finest tempered tool steel
34” composite polyglass handle
3.5-pound Hudson Bay-style ax head
Leather ax sheath
Weighs 12.5 lbs
Compact storage in a low-profile Cordura ™ carrying case
Replacement parts available
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From the Estwing website:
The Drilling Hammer has a bonded and molded Shock Reduction Grip® which offers the utmost in both comfort and durability, while reducing vibrations caused by impact. The head and handle are forged in one piece and have an attractive blue UV coating, both faces are fully polished. For use with chisels, punches, star drills and hardened nails. Permits heavy blows with limited swing.
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