EDC Gear

EDC means Every Day Carry. EDC refers to the bag and supplies a prepper carries daily when they leave their home. These items ensure your survival during an emergency or crisis.

EDC stands for Every Day Carry and refers to the items you carry with you on a daily basis. These items are usually small and lightweight and include items such as a phone, wallet, keys, and a knife. EDC gear matters because it gives you the tools and resources you need to get through your day. The right EDC items help you stay prepared and organized, and they give you the confidence to handle any situation that comes your way.

EDC gear matters to anyone who spends time away from home. That includes commuters, parents on the school run, students, and travelers. Preppers treat it as the first layer of preparedness. It is the kit that is already with you when an emergency starts and your home supplies are miles away.

EDC Gear Guides for Every Distance

  • On your person: The everyday carry guide explains what belongs in your pockets and on your keyring, and how to choose each piece.
  • On the way home: A get home bag builds on your EDC with a small bag for the trip from work or school back to your family.
  • Beyond the daily kit: The guide to survival bags sorts the bag types preppers build and shows when each one fits your plans.

Start with what you carry today, then follow the guides to fill the gaps.

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