Practical lightweight items to have in your BOB

It's important to consider the weight of your Bug Out Bag, and utilizing several multipurpose, lightweight items can help optimize your load and its functionality. Here are a few convenient items that are definitely worth their weight. Feel free to suggest and discuss others...

Cordage (paracord or bankline) - used for shelter building, repairs, net making, fishing, fire starting, straps, carrying, laces, sewing

Tin foil - used for cover, cooking, heat reflection, signaling , sharpening, makeshift utensils, fishing lures, water container, waterproof wrapping, funneling

Trash bag (50 gal contractor quality) - used for cover, water catchment and container, cordage, poncho, bivy sack, sleeping pad when filled with foliage, waterproof pack cover, blackout material

Duct tape - used for sealing, repairs, cordage, bandaging, fire starting, strapping

Bandana (cotton) - used for sanitation, fire starting, carrying, sun protection, bandaging, cordage, water filtration, dust mask, sling, trail marking

Needle and Thread - used for repairs, cordage, suturing and first aid, magnetized compass needle

Ziplocks - used for waterproof storage, water carrying, transpiration bag

Superglue - used for repairs, bonding, first aid, waterproofing

Toilet Paper - used for sanitation and cleaning, fire starting, insulation, leaving notes/messages

Chapstick - used for chapped lips, water repellent, protective coating for tools, fire starting, lubrication, first aid

Tinder (Not the app. Well OK, if you insist) - used for fast and convenient fire starting