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Bug Out Vehicles and Shelters: Build and Outfit Your Life-Saving Escape
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By Scott B. Williams
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Product Description A CATACLYSMIC DISASTER STRIKES YOUR AREA.
How will you evacuate your family to safety?
Do you have a vehicle you can count on?
Can it double as a mobile retreat, or do you
have a shelter prepared in advance?
What's your plan for reaching the shelter?
Bug Out Vehicles and Shelters gives you the vital answers and options for becoming a survivor instead of a refugee:
VEHICLES
* Prepping fast-escape vehicles
* Using specially equipped vehicles for unique situations
* Planning for backup vehicles if your main escape option fails
* Utilizing bikes, canoes, kayaks, rowboats and other human-powered means of escape
SHELTERS
* Preparing temporary shelters
* Locating and stocking longterm shelters
* Using an RV, motorhome, camper trailer or converted utility vehicle
* Living aboard boats, from motorboats to houseboats to blue-water sailboats
Explaining the advantages and drawbacks of each vehicle and shelter option, this survival handbook zeroes in on the key considerations and essential equipment for planning all your bug-out needs.
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 Very disappointing, October 18, 2011
By Dealer
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I was looking forward to receiving this book but was quickly disappointed. I rarely find nothing of use in a book but thats the case here. It says in the title "Build and outfit your life-saving Escape." There is no ideas or instructions on "building" anything. It was almost solely a list of different vehicles and how much they cost, and a lame check list at the end of each chapter.
I saw the cover with the creative van and thought the author must have some ideas on equiping a vehicle, but I come to find out (unless I misunderstood) that its just a purpose built vehicle made by some company (not the author). His advise on armoring a vehicle is to go to Texas Armoring website for ideas...are you kidding me, I work overseas and use armored vehicles outfited by Texas Armor and the like, they cost around 500k. I stopped reading before the section on retreats.
Well I guess I did get something out of the book, I realized I could write a book. I would be amazed if the author did any research or took more then a weekend to write it.
15 of 23 people found this review helpful
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 Good, October 9, 2011
By tarotqueen
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This book covers preparedness for your vheicle. I plan to do some things to my own because if a disaster strikes your probaly going to be at work and need to get home, or unable to get home so your car or truck needs to be ready to go. I also like the chapter on bikes. I didn't think of that, but it makes sense if the roads are grid locked but the bike trail isn't you may be able to evacuate better on a bike.
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
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A Lot to Think About, October 10, 2011
By Sarah H.
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This book opened my eyes to the kinds of challenges one might have to face in an evacuation situation. There are chapters on just about every kind of vehicle you can think of, from regular cars and trucks to motorcycles, ATVs, boats and even bicycles, kayaks and canoes. The author breaks down the vehicles into categories he calls "escape vehicles", "mobile retreats" and "alternative and back-up vehicles". Each type of vehicle is discussed with regards to its pros and cons, and then detailed "key considerations" are described for each type. There are some examples of each type and what they cost to purchase new or used, as well as checklists for needed spares, tools and other things to keep them going in a survival evacuation. Some of the chapters cover topics I had not even considered, such as using large liveaboard boats as both a means of escape and a long-term mobile retreat. The author even talks about do-it-yourself versions of such boats and campers for those who want to save money or customize their vehicles to suit their needs. This is a good resource for those who are making plans to keep their family safe after a short or long-term disaster or breakdown of law and order.
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
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Bug Out Boats, November 18, 2011
By Kitara Rayne (Jacksonville, FL)
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This book should be retitled as "Bug Out Boats," because that's pretty much what you'll be reading about. The whole section on cars, trucks, and SUVS is only like 20 pages.
Attn: author...not everyone can use a sea kayak. Someone in Arizona or Kansas or Colorado would find your book virtually worthless.
Only reason I'm not returning it is if I ever did want a boat, this book might come in handy. That's doubtful though.
6 of 10 people found this review helpful
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Very Useful Information and Leads to More, October 15, 2011
By inquirer
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Enjoyed the book. Very comprehensive as a starter book for those who have not thought about evacuation and survival in the case of a natural disaster or human initiated event and also provided new thoughts, ideas and insights to those of us who live in the middle of hurricane country (Florida Keys) and spend six months of the year thinking of evacuation plans and re-establishing living arrangements.
I've owned off road bikes and motorcycles and camping vans. I've set up a small car for basic shelter and have a Wharram catamaran for on-water living and transportation if necessary and if our one road to the mainland is cut off or houses are destroyed. The checklists the author provides at the end of each chapter were valuable and there are things listed that I've now added to my own "get and go" stuff and I've rethought some of my planning.
Even if you don't think you will ever need to "bug out" the author's listed resources and links lead to lots of very valuable web sites and those in turn provide links to many other very interesting sites. Links to links to links provided a lot of new information to me. A lot of things we may have never though of or even knew existed.
Bug Out provides lots of useful and intriguing information and sources of new knowledge. Something of value for everyone.
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
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 Food for thought but limited usefullness, November 25, 2011
By Stephen Allen
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This book covered a lot, and had a ton of good advice for one aspect few TEOTWAWKI books ever cover - the use of vehicles in an emergency.
Each section of the book covers a diffenet type of transportation, and that's also it's major down side. If you do not have access to the types of vehicles covered in that section, then it's neat information but of little use to you personally. Because of that, about half of this book I skipped. In the sections that were of use to me, I found little things I hadn't thought of, or at worst reminders of things I should do or plan on.
It's hard to recommend a book based on half it's content, so I'll say this: If you have a "prepper" group, tat has access to varied transportation types, then this book could be very useful. If it's just you or your immediate family, you may not have a use for this book and may want to look at something more focused on your particular situation.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
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Excellent!, October 24, 2011
By N. Smith
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BUG OUT VEHICLES AND SHELTERS is packed with useful information that would be of benefit to anyone who wants to consider all options when planning an evacuation from a natural or man-made disaster. The previous reviewer's comments that the author did little research is absurd. It's obvious that this book was not only well-researched but also draws heavily on personal experience. This book is compiled from his many years of testing and using vehicles and boats of all types, including his long-distance sea kayaking, canoeing and sailing trips that he has written of in his blogs and other books. As a result, the book not only covers land-based evacuations but escaping by water too, including everything from small creeks and rivers to bays, coastlines and even the open ocean.
The checklists that follow the discussions of each type of vehicle are invaluable and are a handy reference as to what tools, spare parts and other supplies should be included when preparing each each vehicle or boat. I like the way he has a list that he calls "Key Considerations" at the beginning of each vehicle type, as these cover the kinds of things you need to know to make an informed choice in selecting your bug out vehicle. He also lists disadvantages of each type and breaks down the different vehicles into "escape vehicles" to get you out of danger fast, "mobile retreats" that are both for travel and shelter, and "alternative and backup vehicles" that can work when and where larger ones can't. I like that he has an entire chapter on bicycles in this last category, because in a real long-term emergency when fuel may not be available, bikes may be the only way to get around.
The final part of the book which covers shelters includes discussions of primitive shelters built on-site in the wilderness, portable shelters that can be moved into an area in advance, and secure shelters and retreats that you can buy or build to put in your bug out location if you have your own land or access to land where you can do so. Overall, I think this book does a very good job of covering these topics and as one reviewer already said, it gives you a lot to think about in considering your options. It is certainly a worthy addition to any prepper's library and also a good resource for those who are interested in using these vehicles, boats and shelters for camping and other recreation even if there is not a disaster to escape from.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
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Surprising Breadth, December 13, 2011
By Bill (MileHigh)
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I really didn't know what to expect from this book. I am almost 50 years old and have driven, worked on, and camped in many vehicles from the size of VWs to huge Terex trucks.
First I was pleased to find that this is not just a run down of all the modern SUVs and their endless features, (That would have made it obsolete in no time).
What was surprising is the breadth of coverage! I literally learned about a ton of things that I just hadn't heard of or considered. I actually find myself looking at vehicles, (of all sorts), in a completely different way now. That is a good thing because you do not know what situation you are going to be in when the SHTF or how things will change with time and location. All it takes is one minor collision and your radiator gets a hole in it, (Yes, even with beefy brush guards and winches up front, I've had it happen), Now you have to switch gears in a big way. That is where this book really shines, it showed me so many alternatives that I really am more prepared.
Now, I will admit there were sections that I considered skipping because I thought they didn't apply to me or I just didn't like the idea. I'm glad I didn't skip anything. In each section I learned new things that could be very useful now that I know about those alternatives whether I end up needing them or not. I even look at a pile of wood in a different light now!
As for the poor review that states this book should be titled "Bug Out Boats", the person is simply wrong and saying more about themselves than this book. A simple page count shows that the three different sections that cover boats make up just under 25% of the book. Perhaps they think a boat will never be needed in their situation? For their sake I hope so.
The combination of "Bug Out Vehicles & Shelters" along with "Bug Out" and "Getting Out Alive" have earned a place on my book shelf right along side my seven volume collection of Tom Brown Jr's excellent Field Guides.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
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An Informative and Well-Written Book, December 12, 2011
By Apartmentprepper (Texas)
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Prior to reading this book, I had not given bug out vehicles much thought. I know that there is always a possibility that a disaster may force us out of our homes, and thus we keep a "go bag" just in case. This book has changed my thinking. If you ever have to run off somewhere, then the mode of getting from point A to point B or C becomes very important indeed. And once you get to the location, there is also a matter of making sure you have some form of shelter.
The book has four main sections: one section covers Escape Vehicles and the pros and cons for each type. Another section covers Mobile Retreats such as RVs and liveaboard boats. A third section describes Alternative Vehicles such as motorcycles and ATVs. The last section delves into longer term portable shelters.
I admit, I am not really into watercraft or motorcycles so I focused on cars and trucks. All too often, people may feel limited in their circumstances and focus on lack of options. The beauty of this book is that it shows that there are a variety of options available for everyone. Someday I would love to own an RV, and when the time comes, I can rely on this book to tell me what features to consider.
The author offers the reader the advantages and disadvantages of each choice, leaving the reader to decide what is best for his or her own situation.
Scott B. Williams is clearly very knowledgeable about the subject. I found the book very well written and informative. I shared the book with my husband and he enjoyed reading it as much as I did.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
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 A Well Rounded Guide to Bug Out Transportation and Shelter, December 11, 2011
By Mayberry
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Bugout Vehicles and Shelters is a good guide to the modes of transportation that can get you there, and how to shelter once you've arrived.
Scott covers everything with wheels, their advantages and disadvantages, and my favorite thing which is boats. He does not cover aircraft, which is just as well. Unless your name is Gates, most of us are not contemplating bugging out by plane or chopper...
Like his last book, Scott draws heavily on his far reaching personal experience doing things most of us only dream of, and relates in a down to earth way how each mode of transportation or shelter might work for you. Or not work, as the case may be. If you're on the fence as to what your options are for getting out of Dodge come SHTF, this book might help you make a solid decision.
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Williams does it again, December 6, 2011
By Lori D. Ellison (Albuquerque, NM United States)
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Scott B. Williams has done it again. Bug Out Vehicles and Shelters is the latest in a line of books designed to help you save your hide (and your family) should disaster (or mayhem) strike. Unlike other survival authors who may claim to have all the answers, Williams may actually have them: understand your needs and situation; think for yourself; plan and prepare ahead of time; the world doesn't have to end for you to be forced to face a nasty scenario and make tough decisions; the more homework you do now, the less stressful it will be later.
Bug Out Vehicles is not a book that will tell you to "do this" or don't do that." Instead, Williams walks readers through the thought processes of true preparedness. He wants readers to learn how to think about survival situations, develop skills ahead of time, and get things in order before it's too late to do anything but panic. Unlike other survival books that seem bent on getting people ready for an influx of zombies or invading aliens, Williams' books offer sound, common-sense advice on being ready to deal with real world situations. The S*** doesn't have to hit the fan for Williams' books to be useful.
Bug Out Vehicles begins with the premise "So, you're leaving for ________ [your bug out shelter, another state, an area not impacted by the disaster, etc.]. Have you given much thought to how you'll get there?" Along the way Williams covers various sorts of bug out vehicles and modes of transportation and runs through lists of pros and cons for each one under various circumstances -- and provides "don't forget this" checklists for each type of vehicle he discusses.
Williams, to his credit, offers ideas and starting points for many modes of transportation and for every income level. The ability to escape in order to survive should not be limited to those with an unlimited budget. Being able to get out, Williams' says, doesn't depend on going out and buying a new vehicle or a big boat. And he makes a compelling case for why your four-door family sedan (as unattractive as you may think it is) may not be such a bad bug out vehicle after all. Would I recommend Bug Out Vehicles and Shelters? You bet. For most of us, transportation is an afterthought at best. All too often, we take for granted that we'll hop in ours cars and SUVs and take off. Williams give his reader plenty of food for thought, and readers should be biting.
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Encompassing and Enjoyable Read, November 3, 2011
By amyb (Shawnee, KS)
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As mentioned in a previous review, Bug Out Vehicles and Shelters is the perfect companion to the original Bug Out. Williams isolates vehicles and shelters and manages to, yet again, do what he does best. He walks the reader through the to do's and not to do's as well as the things to consider. I am a novice when it comes to the topic of catastrophic preparation so I appreciate the way he manages to offer examples and advice that clearly come from personal experience. It is with that voice of experience that even minor and otherwise overlooked details are relayed.
Bug Out Vehicles and Shelters is a very in-depth book that reads very easily. It would be impossible to include every option of each type of bug out shelter and vehicle so Williams selects a few of the major players to compare. He also often offers advice and recommendations for deviation from just purchasing out of the catalog offering "do it yourself" tips in many instances. At the end of each chapter checklists are provided which are surprisingly thorough and serve as an excellent tool when utilizing the book for its intended purpose.
Grab a highlighter and dive right in. This book is both an entertaining read as well as a reference book. It won't make you an expert by any means, but you will most certainly come out on the other side of it a little bit better prepared when making life safety type of decisions as they relate to "bugging out".
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Very informative and well written!, October 24, 2011
By Bodine (Gulfport, MS.)
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Again Scott has nailed it with this one! The perfect companion to Bug-Out, the Author has covered many different scenarios along with several different types of vehicles and shelters that would be suitable in a SHTF situation.
Whether your Bug Out plans include water, woods, desert, or snow, the Author has broken down each situation with vehicles and shelters that would be suitable. The advantages and disadvantages of each are well researched in order for us to have an informed decision about which type vehicle and shelter we need and how to properly equip it. Thumbs up! Great Read!
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Contains common sense information, no more..., December 15, 2011
By Grand Bricolet (Texas Gulf Coast)
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Well written with many anecdotal elements. For those weak in common-sense skills this is a must read. Very slim volume, quick read, good reference material. Certainly not a substitute for in-depth training.
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There are better bug out books out there, January 30, 2012
By Jeff Aski (Los Angeles, CA)
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I was disappointed with this one. There are no diagrams, elaborate pictures, outlines - any of those easy to read layouts that make having a coffee table book like this entertaining. The information is basic and common sense; most of which you can gather from websites and blogs that cover bug out scenarios - in fact, the author has his own blog that is probably more informative than his book.
There are a few interesting bits of information about bicycles, ATVs, and motorcycles that I found educational, but beyond that, the author generalizes too much and makes very little references or accurate data from credible statistical sources. I mean, where is this guy getting his information from? I want to know FACTS and real life DATA.
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How are you going to escape disaster???, November 4, 2011
By sklnxbnes
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Scott B. Williams brought us yet another MUST HAVE book to go into our preparedness library. In Scott's first book, "Bug Out: The Complete Plan for Escaping a Catastrophic Disaster Before It's Too Late" Scott gave us information on what we would need to take with us in order to Bug Out and where we would most likely Bug Out to... But with his newest book "Bug Out: Vehicles and Shelters" he tells just how we are going to get out.
With all the different modes of transportation available right now it would be impossible to review each and every type of vehicle you may encounter to get you and your family and all your gear out of a disaster situation. However; Scott gives you an over view on many vehicles that you may already own as well as other alternatives you may have never considered... For example I live in Venice, Ca (less than 2 miles from the beach) and I never considered using a boat to get out of Dodge in an emergency. Scott painstakingly gives you pros and cons on different types of vehicles from bikes and motorcycles up to RV's and Hummers. Scott uses his vast expertise and makes recommendations for each category of vehicles in the book. But more importantly gives you the information on vehicles so you can make your own decision that best suites your own needs.
And once you get out of Dodge, then what? Scott gives you information on shelters from mobile retreats to bunker style shelters. Once again discussing the pros and cons of each type of shelter so you make the best decision on what shelter you will most likely use for your family.
Everyone needs to have both of the "Bug Out" books in their library. If every person in the USA read and applied the knowledge in these books, FEMA would be a thing of the past and everyone would take responsibility for their own disaster preparedness.
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 BUG OUT? Get more than this book!, November 24, 2011
By NetDep (Seattle, WA)
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I was drawn to this book because I am building a bug out vehicle of sorts. Not a true bug out but a combination expedition/bug out truck. I was also drawn to this book because of the author's credentials - which appear very impressive. Although I have no doubt that the author meant well and is well credentialed I found the book lacking. Lacking in the area of truly timely information. Many of the brands/models of vehicles were either out of date or no longer made. As well, the book really tried to do too much! I would have been happy with a book that went into more detail about a few things rather thany trying to be a book that tackled EVERYTHING - cars, trucks, bicycles, boats, snowmobiles, etc - too much to do justice to all. The checklists, which are mentioned, and lauded, are nothing more than can be found with a quick google search. In fact, and this is the bottom line for me on this book, there is nothing here that could not be done with a little research on the web or a few websites and/or reading SHTF or TEOWAWKI sites. The "SAS Survival Guide" is a good choice as would be ""How To Survive The End of the World As We Know It." I purchased, "Bug Out," and will keep it but it will be on the shelf and not amongst my titles that get kept in a very short stack to "grab and go" when IT happens!! Be safe and be prepared.
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Comprehensive, December 19, 2011
By Marjory Glowka (Texas)
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This book is a very comprehensive review of just about every possible method of transportation to bug out with. The book covers escape vehicles and mobile retreats, backup vehicles, and temporary and long-term shelter. Bicycles, motorcycles, boats, cars, trucks, campers, R.V.'s and more.
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Too general, December 20, 2011
By David R. McIntyre
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As stated by others, the book tries to cover too much ground with not enough specifics. If you're looking for how to select, modify and outfit a vehicle for a crisis escape of any distance, this isn't the book. You'll get more useful tips reading the novel 'Patriots' by James Wesley Rawles Patriots: Surviving the Coming Collapse, which isn't even intended to be a "how to" guide. In short, don't waste your money on this one.
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Waste of Money, December 16, 2011
By cdaniels
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This book is a complete waste of time and money. I understand that not everyone is at the same level when it comes to bug-out knowledge, but come on! This book is basically a guide book for idiots! The author spends chapter after chapter explaining what a pick-up truck, car, and mini-van is!Then he is nice enough to explain the difference between an ATV, RV, and Motorcycle. Save your money! If you have 10 minutes to spend on the internet, you can learn everything this book has to teach! Why wife, who is just starting to learn the importance of planning for the un-thinkable, laughed her butt off after looking at this book for five minutes. My 11 year old son even looked at it and thought it was a waste of money. I had high hopes for this book as I am trying to put a bug-out vehicle together, and I'm always open to new ideas...this book doesn't have a single original idea.
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Wasted Money, February 23, 2012
By Wildrat (Mount Clearwater)
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I bought this based on reviews. This book was a waste of money. It covers general information on a variety of different types of vehicles and none are covered very well.
If you are buying this book to learn about outfitting your vehicle, forget it. You will be better off on Google.
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Intro course, but not very in depth, October 25, 2011
By Alan Karl Church (Battlefield MO USA)
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This book might be most useful for those up against time, but completely new to the subject.
I can't say I found much in it that a year or so of Internet or in person investigation might not have revealed, so this book would likely not be that useful for those who already have decent time into investigating the topic.
People suddenly feeling an urgent need for exodus transportation, and who have no background at all in it might feel differently.
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Very misleading!!!!!!!, February 13, 2012
By TDAWG
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Ok I'll start out with the pros: It is good reading if your doing your laundry at the laundry mat. The title and the cover are great at catching your attention and luring you in...
The cons: This book neither has anything to do with building or outfitting your life saving escape. He doesn't even talk about what he uses or recommends for a bug out vehicle. I can't belive that there is a printing company out there that is willing to pay to pulish this book. Like others have said it covers every common sense thing even my wife who's not into this sort of thing knows. Would I recommend this book nope. If someone wants my copy feel free to email me and I'll send straight away... It just one of those things that proves how down hill this great country of ours has gone.
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good info, December 9, 2011
By frank h williams III
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i am well versed on vehicles & motorcycles for off road use, having owned & modified (some extensively) many of each over the years. i agree with the author's assessment of the advantage of older, simpler vehicles. these are gonna be far easier to keep going in a true shitf scenario when the dealership computers aren't available to fix the newer, more complicated stuff. one reviewer mentioned that it wasn't worthwhile to list vehicles that were no longer produced---i disagree--go find one, get it going & modify it to your needs! not only will you have a better suited vehicle for your situation, you'll also know more about keeping it going.
the idea of using a bicycle is intriguing, well worth considering,as is the idea of using some sort of boat if in the right area. all in all, i think this book, along with bug out, gives a lot of very useful information and has helped get me thinking about my bug out plans.
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Don't waste your money, January 6, 2012
By Case
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This book is misleading. There are no plans or diagrams pertaining to building anything in this book. It almost seems like the author just copied stuff from survival forums into a book.
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disappointed, December 30, 2011
By davidjbloom
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This book wasnt much use to me at all. I assumed it would include more photos and ideas of mods to do on a self contained off road capable vehicle. It is just a lumping of possible vehicles for somebody with no haggling skills or ability to do mods. the list of necessary items included at the end of each chapter is just common sense if you have spent ANY time off road and primitive. Not worth my money at all. It didnt even have any more photos of the vehicle on the cover. I would be happy with that , at least. Use it to start a campfire.
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Disappointing lack of detail, December 15, 2011
By Jeffrey B Yaeger
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This book was the worst of all the bug out books available. The book lacks any detail to make an informed choice on specific vehicles, it instead goes over pros and cons of canoes vs other boats. Worthless.
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Everything else became suspect when I read..., May 23, 2012
By Tracy
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I read his line about how automatics are weaker than manuals. OK, it depends but some people prefer different things...but then he went and said that today's automatics are much improved over older ones. NOBODY who knows their cars would say this. There is nothing out there in passenger cars or light duty trucks except maybe the 4L80E and Allison automatic that can even begin to stand with the past TH400 and 350, C6 and the 727 from GM, Ford and Chrysler respectively. Ford's transmissions have been their weak link across the lineup for 20+ years now. Chrysler as well, though their OD truck transmission, basically a 904 with an overdrive added, is better than Ford's. GM's 700R4/4L60E can be made into a good trans but it's prone to issues in factory trim. OTOH, certain Ranger 5spds can't even be purchased anymore. Toyota sticks are expensive to work with and in a crisis parts would be rare if not impossible.
I could go on but the basic point is, if this is the knowledge base being offered...I'll be looking elsewhere. Thx.
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Lacked Expected Information, April 13, 2012
By Ol'Sarge
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The title leads one to believe there will be ideas and thoughts on BUILDING and OUTFITTING vehicles and shelters. Not true. It does offer ideas in the selection of those same items but does little to give ideas on what or how to do any of it. For instance, once you have selected your vehicle and decided what to do (on your own), where do you go to get what is needed? Is there help available to make the needed or necessary modifications? As an example, where do you get the parts needed to increase the gound clearance of a vehicle (parts houses? on-line catalogs?).
I realize that not all are mechanically inclined and not all are really knowledgeable about what they feel needs to be done. That's where this book fell short. It does not aid in getting the ideas and help needed to implement them. It is good as far as it goes but it doesn't go far enough!
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Great book for those looking for tips, April 4, 2012
By WARezDOG (Washington DC)
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Several things I didn't consider in my expidition build, worth the money for those alone plus some great tips too.
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Great Resource for Open-Minded Preppers, February 23, 2012
By Dan
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Bug Out Vehicles and shelters is written by a guy who clearly knows his stuff. He gives a variety of different vehicle examples ranging from bicycles, to fully equipped cruising sailboats (for liveaboard sheltering). A lot of stuff on different types of motorcycles, but mostly about boats. There were some good black and white photos, but it would've been cool if there were a few more. This book is definitely more of a "nuts and bolts" reference, than any kind of narrative or story. Great read!
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