I Used the Eberlestock Bando XL as a Trail Med Kit with Mixed Results

Today we’re taking a look at the Eberlestock Bando XL, a crossbody / waist pack designed for CCW and EDC carry. But I picked this one up for a different reason. Instead of using it strictly as a concealed carry bag or everyday carry waist pack, I wanted to see how it would work as a compact IFAK / hygiene / trail support kit for hiking and exploring in the woods. After carrying it a few times, I have some mixed thoughts. Not necessarily because the bag failed, but because my expectations and loadout may have been asking a little too much from it. Check it out here: Amazon: https://amzn.to/4u3VtgY 🎵 Outro Music The music at the end of this video was created by me using Suno AI. Use the following link to listen in its entirety: https://suno.com/s/AUB9nsy2q15uCs4V ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Intro 00:16 – Why I bought the Bando XL 00:34 – Back at the truck 00:49 – Bando XL specs and size comparison 01:12 – Strap length and extension strap 02:00 – Materials, zippers, and warranty 02:29 – Pocket layout and exterior overview 03:43 – Front pocket loadout 04:35 – Main compartment and tourniquet discussion 05:19 – Hygiene, sunscreen, and emergency items 06:20 – Adventure Medical Kit overview 06:59 – Extra medical supplies added 08:02 – Main compartment pocket layout 08:41 – CCW compartment / snack pocket 09:29 – Nose plugs, meds, athletic wrap, and blister tape 10:42 – CCW warning and Velcro panel 11:10 – Why the SAM splint didn’t work for this setup 11:53 – Future hiking bag plans 12:34 – Final thoughts on the Bando XL 📢 Support the Channel If you want to support the channel: 👍 Like 💬 Comment 🔔 Subscribe And check out the link above. Contact Me: Website: https://SurvivingtheDaily.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/survivingthedaily Instagram: www.instagram.com/survivingthedaily/ Email: [email protected] Direct Mail: P.O. Box 2151, Columbia, Ct., 06237 Consider supporting my channel and help me continue creating videos by donating to my Patreon page: https://survivingthedaily.com/patreon or Consider "buying me a cup of coffee" here: https://ko-fi.com/survivingthedaily Get 10% Your First Order From CountyComm. Just Use the Link to Start Shopping https://www.survivingthedaily.com/cou... #edc #edcdump #everydaycarry #edcpouch #beprepared #edcgear #edcwallet #Eberlestock #BandoXL #EDC #HikingGear #IFAK #FirstAidKit #OutdoorGear #survivingthedaily