When I started thinking way too much about zombies: It was so long ago that I can’t really remember.
What started my zombie fixation: I remember watching Dawn of the Dead and wondering if I could survive in a world infested by Zombies.
Favorite zombie book: Well that depends…if it’s just for fun then I like the Resident Evil books, but if it’s supposed to be educational then I would say the Survival Guide. Right now I'm reading World War Z & Pride and Prejudice and Zombies.
Favorite zombie movie: I would have to say that my favorite Zombie movie is Dawn of the Dead, followed closely by the Resident Evil movies.
Favorite quote in any zombie movie: [to Terri, on how to kill a zombie with a gun] Jill Valentine: Try to shoot 'em in the head.
My location: USA
Will I be staying in my home or headed somewhere else? I have a plan if I stay home and one if I need to be somewhere else.
If I'm heading out, how do I plan to get there? Ford F-150 & Ford Ranger
Got anyone I want to take with me? My mother, since the woman can drive anything on wheels!
How will I communicate with the outside world, or do I plan to go the hermit route? I will go the hermit route for a while and once things settle down a bit then I would try to communicate. Desperate people are crazy so you have to be very careful. Hmm, in a perfect world I would communicate using a SINCGARS, but my cell phone (while there is service available) or anything like that will do.
How am I planning to get food and water? Well, I have tons of canned food and bottle water at home since I am always prepared for a storm or hurricane and it can last quite a while especially if you ration it. Still, for the sake of argument there is a Sam's and a K-mart right outsite the privacy fence of my complex. To the eastern side of the privacy fence there is a creek that runs around part of the complex, so I can get from point A to point B using it if I have to. Also, there is always the sewers! Yuck...
What’s my weapon of choice? M4, M16A2, M9 Pistol,M249 Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW), Benelli M3 (Super 90). I'm sure there are better weapons out there, but I have always been a true believer in sticking to what you know.
Got a survival philosophy? Stay awake, stay alive.
Am I willing to hook up with other survivors? Yes, I am. As long as they contribute something useful.
The Rules (To Survive Zombieland) *Just listed the ones I thought had some merit.*
01. Cardio 02. Double Tap 03. Beware of bathrooms 04. Seat belts 07. Travel light 17. (Don’t) be a hero 22. Plan your escape (When in doubt, know your way out!) 29. The Buddy System 31. Check the back seat 32. Enjoy the little things
My Playlist to the Zombie Apocalypse
1: ‘Down with the Sickness’ by Disturbed 2: ‘Rev 22:20’by A Perfect Circle 3: ‘Count to 6 & Die’ by Marilyn Manson 4: ‘Bodies’by Drowning Pool 5: ‘Us of Them’ by The Cure 6: ‘My World’ by Emigrate 7: ‘March of Mephisto’ by Kamelot 8: ‘For Whom The Bell Tolls’ by Metallica 9: ‘Don’t Fear The Reaper’ by Blue Oyster Cult 10: ‘Brain Eaters’ by Misfits 11: ‘My Plague’ by Linkin’ Park 12: ‘Under A Killing Moon’ by Thrice 13: ‘Contagious’ by Searchlight 14: ‘Into The Darkness’ by Kitty 15: ‘People Who Died’ by Jim Caroll Band 16: ‘Dirt’ by Depeche Mode 17: ‘The Beast In Me’ by Johnny Cash 18: ‘Girl On Fire’ by Rob Zombie
On Me:
LBV: Tactical Load Carrying Vest
Rucksack/Field Pack:
-BDUs, (Woodland Camo since I hate the new ACUs) -Under Armour Tactical Long Sleeve Shirt -Wool Socks -Boots -Kavelar Tactical Assault Gloves -Belt -Wrist Watch with Timer. -Earplugs w/ Case
-Six 30-round cartridge magazines for the M4 or -M16A2. -Survival Knife & Sheath -Map & Pencil/Pen -Packs of gum -Matchbox/Lighters (Waterproof Case) -Compass -Flashlight
-BDU Top & Bottom x 1 -Undershirts x 3 -Underwear & Socks x 5 -Gortex Field Jacket -Towel/Washcloth -Personal Hygene Items (Toothpaste, toothebrush, dental floss, soap, deodorant, baby wipes) -First Aid Kit -Flare Gun & Flares -Citizen Band Radio -Binoculars -Entrenching Tool with Cover -Flashlight -5-50 Cord (300' Spool) -OD Green Tape (3” Width) -2QT canteen with cover -Water purification tablets -Sleeping Mat (Foam) -Poncho & Liner -Weapons Cleaning Kit -Night Vision Device with Mounting Arm, Batteries, and Carrying Bag. -Notebook & Pen -Extra Loaded Magazines for M4,M16, M9 and shells for the Shotgun. -Any Ammo I can find! Always needed...
ARMY brat?...Did you serve?...Girl Scout mabey?...Hmmm i wonder, youre waaaay ahead of the curve. Drop me a line. If i could make a sugestion though...i too am discusted with ACU's specially since looking at them gives me a headache...old habbits die hard, they diddent have those things when i served, haveing said that, they work...extreamly effective in all environments not just the woods...sothats what ill be sportin...also from us cav and ranger joes both you can get th new acu onesie (jumpsuit) , extreamly handy as no loose clothing to be grabbed. Also replace your tactical knives with "COLD STEEL" tactical tanto...as a former opperator from personal experiace i can tell you they will pneitrate a car door, slash through 2" manilla rope with out breaking a sweat, expertly balanced, have a rockwell hardness exceeding 54c, hold an edge like no other, and at .25" thick, 7" blade, 12" overall length, they can dubble as a dynamic entry tool. and they only run 489.00 PLUS TX...Ill be wareing all 8 of mine. Also invest in a pair of KEVLAR forearm gators, barly notice them,and are slash/ cut/ punctor proof, and are both water repellent and blood borne pathogen resistant...only 80 bucks from ranger joes.
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"ARMY brat?...Did you serve?...Girl Scout mabey?...Hmmm i wonder, youre waaaay ahead of the curve. Drop me a line. If i could make a sugestion though...i too am discusted with ACU's specially since looking at them gives me a headache...old habbits die hard, they diddent have those things when i served, haveing said that, they work...extreamly effective in all environments not just the woods...sothats what ill be sportin...also from us cav and ranger joes both you can get th new acu onesie (jumpsuit) , extreamly handy as no loose clothing to be grabbed. Also replace your tactical knives with "COLD STEEL" tactical tanto...as a former opperator from personal experiace i can tell you they will pneitrate a car door, slash through 2" manilla rope with out breaking a sweat, expertly balanced, have a rockwell hardness exceeding 54c, hold an edge like no other, and at .25" thick, 7" blade, 12" overall length, they can dubble as a dynamic entry tool. and they only run 489.00 PLUS TX...Ill be wareing all 8 of mine. Also invest in a pair of KEVLAR forearm gators, barly notice them,and are slash/ cut/ punctor proof, and are both water repellent and blood borne pathogen resistant...only 80 bucks from ranger joes."
Thanks for the tips dude! I will definitely check out the gear you mentioned. Also, I did serve for about a decade, both in the Army and the Navy. I took a "break" from OCS due to an injury but I look forward to going back in about 18 months. What about you?
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Frankie had asked me about convoy ops (prior to the convoy threat) about some of the most important planning factors. I list this to start with:
Radio contact is VITAL. Little models w/12 mi range or better work great and have recharge via 12v. Have all drivers know plan and alt plan. Every vehicle equipped w/nav aids (map, compass, person w/sense of direction). Depending on movement, have rally points and plan for what to do for ambush.
It will depend on the vehicle makeup too.
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I think it would be good for the greater minds here to put up some basic ideas for the make up of a small convoy and a large one. Give the rest of us some food for thought...
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The purpose of this thread is for everyone to consider and alternate plan. Lets say that I have an upcoming trip to Europe, or I am boarding a cruise ship for a 10 day vacation, or I'm just visiting relatives in a different state, put yourself in those positions and think about what your plan would be when you're away from everything you know. Where there is no friends, no back up, and no weapons! Could you survive a Zombie invation in a less than ideal enviornment? Could you find the way to a more secure enviornment?
Let me see some ideas!
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"Well, when you do finish the airline approved mini-kit do let us know, ok? I have been thinking about your posts and I wonder if the way to go would be to search for a place that that the necessary equipment on every city you plan to visit. A lot of times they have the info on the internet and you can find them and mark them on the map, then you can just make your way there in an emergency and find what you want OR making a list of reliable people by countries and cities that might give you shelter if things do happen. "
I think the map is a good idea, but I think the research you suggest is even better. I didn't think about doing that too.
you could map quest where you were going to be and then map quest for others like Uhaul/Ryder truck rentals, car rentals, Walmart, Sporting Goods Stores, gas stations, etc. It would take some work, but be worth it.
then when you get there, do some local footwork.
Best idea, might just be research the area and having a plan. Hit a Truck rental first for a vehicle and then off to the rest.
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