Hmmm. Mentalist - I think you might want to reconsider your assumptions. I've jumped and then carried 130+ pound rucksacks. I was also in my 20's and in the best shape of my life. I now have a number of interesting prescriptions that I partake of when my body decides to remind me of the abuse it has been subjected to over the years. If you're forced to hoof it with 100 lbs of crap plus weapons and ammo without that semi you're used to depending on you're not going to make 100 miles without getting scarfed up by the opposition.
I've read some interesting approaches to the problem but don't consider most of them to be particularly viable. Perhaps it's time to relook the original "challenge".
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Originally Posted by The Reaper
Another scenario to play with.
You are at home and have five minutes notice that you are about to be raided by a vastly superior force. You need to execute your personal E&E plan.
The streets and roads are already covered for vehicle movement, so you will have to move out on foot to a safe area 100 miles away.
You already have a bug out bag prepared with 45 pounds of food, water, shelter, med gear, survival tools, etc. We can discuss the contents of the bag if you like.
You need to hit the woods on foot and may need to harvest game, defend yourself against predators, and engage small hostile teams. Try not to beat this scenario to death.
Your safe is open and you may grab as many weapons, mags, and as much ammo as you wish to carry.
What do you take and why?
TR
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Emphasis is to refocus the discussion. Many of the participants in this discussion appear to have overlooked/ignored the set parameters of the scenario. Interestingly, TR has given some specific and (I think) generous allowances with the already packed BOB. Many of you wanting to include the kitchen sink on your packing list would benefit from reading "The Load of a Nation". The basic premise (overburdened soldiers are not combat effective) was sharply reinforced during Operation ANACONDA.
Personally I'm concentrating on what it takes to break contact, discourage pursuit, reduce signature, and maintain my physical condition over 7-10 days of tactical movement so I can reach my destination and recover/prepare for Phase II. Food for thought - Having a prepared destination and knowing what to do when you get there is something everyone participating in this "thought experiment" should be giving due consideration. MOO, YMMV.