BOB weight — how heavy is too heavy
My BOB weighs 42 lbs and I'm starting to think that's about right. For reference I'm average dad bod.
Quality over quantity right?. Thinking about eliminating redundancies.
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You should check out the Taurus G3C too. Similar price point and I think the trigger is better.
Can you share more details on your setup? I'm trying to decide between a few options right now.
My two cents — don't overthink it. Just get what feels right in your hand and train with it.
Dad bod checking in lol... I keep mine around 30lbs max. Had to learn the hard way that all that gear doesn't matter if you can't carry it 5 miles. Cut the duplicate knives, extra clothes, fancy gadgets. Keep one good fixed blade, basic first aid, water filter, and food for 72 hours.
IMO that's too heavy unless you're in great shape. I hike these Smoky Mountain trails regularly with about 25-30lbs and that's plenty for up to a week if you know your skills. Focus on what you can't make or find - fire starting, water purification, basic tools. Everything else is just weight slowing you down.
42lbs is getting up there but depends on your fitness level and terrain. I'm in West TX so it's mostly flat - my BOB runs about 35lbs with ammo. What's eating up the weight? Water and ammo are usually the culprits. You doing the 3 day rule or planning for longer?