Rothco Bottle Holder

Aloha · **on:** February 16, 2017, 04:35:38 PM

I've had this bag now for about a year. I initially used it as my cook set bag but recently I've also used it for a hike bag. I use it for when Im in area that does see moderate amount of other hikers. I tried to keep the bag basic yet capable.

This so far has been pretty good and allows me to have enough water ( I'll carry a second bottle 24oz SS if needs be ) for hikes lasting < 4 hours approx. I don't always like to carry my bladder.

I also intentionally left the pouches unstuffed so I can add in cliff bars, trail mix, dried fruits, etc. I usually wear cargo pants so I also have pockets I can stuff with other foods if needs be. I've carried my SS 24oz bottle in my cargo pocket no problem.

Aloha · **Reply #1 on:** February 16, 2017, 04:43:14 PM

I got this bag at the flea market cause it was a good price. I initially had been comparing the maxpedition and condor bottle holders. The condor always seemed to beat out the max bag but when I saw this for $10 ( IIRC ) I figured why not give it a try. I do wish the bag was taller. The max bag is 12inches high vs this at 10inches high which means my 40oz SS bottle ( 11inches ) wont fit. Its not a bad thing cause my 32oz Nalgene bottle holds 39oz when filled to the top.

Aloha · **Reply #2 on:** February 16, 2017, 04:44:17 PM

My 1st aid kit is pretty simple. Some basic meds and bandaids plus some antibiotic cream.

Aloha · **Reply #3 on:** February 16, 2017, 04:54:22 PM

I'll be switching out the T10 for my new Olight HO5 and while the deet free bug spray is good I've been using a concoction of oils as my go to bug spray. So far its been pretty good so I'll be adding that in along with the deet free spray. I use Eucalyptus and Lemon mixed with distilled water. I'm also trying some other oils to keep the bugs away.

In my single sheath for my Swisschamp I have a ferro rod and most of the other items that came with the kit. This kit again is for hikes/walks/exploring/etc in areas where others are bound to be. I'm not too worried about getting lost and not soon discovered. I worry more about twisting an ankle or someone else getting hurt. I carry that ace wrap in the event of this occurring.

I also have gorilla tape and a few extra gauze pads within the kit. The paracord is about 30ft.