This is what I carry when I’m on a date or just out slaying some beers. As you can see, I like to go light and minimal. I know these ankle kits are popular, but there’s something you need to be aware of about them. Whether you’re coming from the Balkans or from Detroit, this super-duper kit can be easily mistaken for an ankle monitor (which tends to attract unwanted attention from the cops and it can make someone you’re taking out on a first date suspicious of you, ruining your prospects in the process). My bare minimum: a tourniquet (or at least the know-how to improvise one in the event carrying around a TQ is impractical). The reason I recommend a TQ as the bare minimum is that, even in a “normal” urban setting, help in the form of an ambulance or a doctor could be many long minutes away from reaching you—and in situations calling for a TQ, seconds count.   Here’s my list of what I carry for dealing with everyday scenarios: TQ (to...

Driving around in your car, you never know when you’ll happen upon a traffic accident. Or if you’ll be stuck in traffic. Or if you’ll be caught in the middle of a riot and surrounded by looters (okay, just kidding about this last one). Still, you have a duty to be a responsible person while driving, which means you have to be prepared for medical emergencies encountered on the road.  But, at the same time, you can’t pack your vehicle with so much medical equipment that you have no room to squeeze into the driver’s seat. You can’t overload with medical supplies, expecting to quickly turn into Mad Max and be able to face the apocalypse.  In other words, don’t be that guy with the sign that reads “the end is near” and think you have to be prepared for everything. You really don’t need all that much in your vehicle, assuming you’re in a functioning country that isn’t war-torn and where paramedics can quickly ...

Your gear is your life whenever you’re on the road, regardless of whether you’re taking a hiking trip or just riding your bike to work. All your valuables must be protected at all times and all costs; in the rain or snow, we must protect our essentials by placing them in safe spaces, much like a waterproof backpack, or a dry bag. Let’s face it; it’s not worth risking an expensive laptop that could easily have been protected from the drizzle. Backpacks must not only protect; they must have the strength to stand the test of time while providing the wearer with the utmost comfort whenever they’re worn. That’s why we have provided the below information on the best waterproof backpacks and how to care for these bags. Many of these options are better described as dry bags but that’s because many waterproof backpacks are simply dry bags with backpack features since the zippers and pockets on many backpacks can make it hard to ensure true waterpro...

Having cool refreshments when you are travelling, hiking, fishing, boating, camping, or while taking part in outdoor activities is heavenly. A portable cooler is more convenient because you can easily carry it around. Hard box coolers are big and heavy, which makes them unpopular among many hikers. After all, how do you hike with a heavy load weighing you down?     The hard box is only ideal for storing a larger volume of food or beverages and for a longer time. But the soft sided cooler has your back. You can fill in it the snacks of the day when you go fishing or camping and easily carry it around when you get to your destination. The following are more benefits:   MARKS ON PORTABILITY Best small cooler bags are a lifesaver. If you are having a fun day at the beach, let yourself be free of worry over having walked too far away from your car where you have your hard cooler box. With a beach cooler bag, you can carry your snacks and dri...

The lunch box is an item with a rich history, with children and adults alike bringing food carriers to work that feature classic characters or bands like Snoopy or the Beatles. While today these lunch boxes would be considered vintage collector's items, the lunch bag is far from a thing of the past. With approximately 18 million kids carrying lunches to school and 49% of adults bringing their meals to work, the lunch bag is an item more necessary today than it ever has been before. Today, we have the added advantage of having a larger selection of lunch cooler bags that keep food cool and safe. One of the best ideas is to get an insulated lunch tote. These bags not only are roomy enough to hold anything you might want to eat, but they'll keep your food cool to prevent it from spoiling (or hot to prevent it from tasting gross).  There are tons of high-quality options out there for insulated lunch bags that you can buy cheap, both individually and in bulk for events or groups. If yo...

A handbag organizer is a must-have for any woman who carries a lot of things in her purse. It helps to keep everything organized and easy to find. There are many types of handbag organizers available, but the most popular ones are the ones that come with a clip that attaches to your bag’s handle or straps. This way you can access your items quickly and easily without having to open up the whole bag. These handbag organizers will bring order to the mess of your bags. What Is a Bag Organizer? A bag organizer is a bag or box that you place inside your purse or tote bag. You store your essentials in the bag organizer, and then when you change purses, all you have to do is lift the organizer out of one purse and place it in another. It sounds simple, but it’s amazing how helpful having a bag organizer can be. I love having one because I never want to dig through my purse looking for something – especially when I’m in a hurry! What Are The Benefits of Using ...

Before kids, you may have traveled or run errands with a small bag that contained a few necessities: lip balm, wallet/ ID, a little cash, maybe a snack. Doing the same things with a baby generally requires the equivalent of a military-grade backpack worth of extra stuff, and something always seems to have been forgotten at home when you need it most. Try using this list of the most essential things to include in your Diaper Bag to make sure you don't leave anything behind.   Japanese Diapers Gaining popularity all over the world for their superior absorbency and better fit than domestic diapers, Japanese diapers are definitely something any parent should consider. They are a little more expensive, but you and your baby will notice the difference. Here are some of the more popular brands: Moony; Goo.n and Merries. Merries is probably the most popular choice on this list internationally, and are one of the highest quality diapers out of Japan today. They feature super-absorbent poly...

For many of fitness people, there is an eagerness for meal prep and consumption of our meals to be fun or at the very least entertaining. Adding your own style and personality to it helps this process along. This includes the food selection, preparation of those foods and the way you transport them. We chose to invest in a few meal prep bags because we knew you would get a great amount of use out of them, the increased ease that you could move with the meals, and you looked way more put together heading to work and various meetings each day. Meal prep bags come in a wide variety of sizes, styles and price points. However, they are not necessary. The first bag for you was a Meal Prep Cooler Tote Bag. It is an all in one, that could hold your work out clothes, shoes, water bottle, and a couple of meals. You can pack four meals in it and personal items such as a wallet, my planner, pens, phones on the side..no additional purse is necessary. You would like a multi-purpose cooler bag f...

Even the minimalists among us need some place to organize and store all those beauty wares. Because no matter what, as long as there are too many things, the space can become cluttered, which is why we need one of the best cosmetic bags. That being said, how do you find the best cosmetic bag. Are you in need of a travel cosmetics case that won't crush perfume or nail polish? Or are you looking for a hanging makeup bag to store your makeup and keep your makeup intact while you're on the go. Or just want a cute makeup organizer to stick in your bag. You can choose any style of cosmetic bag according to the specific situation to ensure that your cosmetics are not damaged. If you're trying to store your entire makeup collection in one place, you might want to try a larger, sturdier professional case. Come try this Large Cosmetic Makeup Case Bag from XMBAG. Not only does it have enough space, but the compartment design allows you to organize your items in an orderly manner, and you can see ...

Millions of people use the pedometer on their cell phone to track their daily steps but when they set down their phone throughout the day, they don't get an accurate count. Not everyone has (or wants) a wearable fitness-tracker and even if they do have one, many people don't want to wear it on their wrist all the time. But chances are most people do try to keep their cell phone with them throughout the day because it's indispensable. Your phone is quite literally your lifeline to your professional, personal and online world. With XMBAG Phone Pouch tucked over any snug, sturdy waistband, you can carry your phone hands-free secure on your hip as you move about your day. Keeping your phone on you not only ensures you don't miss that important phone call or time-sensitive text, it provides a much more accurate read on your steps, your flights of stairs, the overall timing of when you were on the move and when you were sedentary too long. The built-in pedometer on your phone is just another...