First Aid Kits
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How we choose: The best first aid kits highlighted here were selected based on 24 reviews of 8 products. Our top picks are those that are readily-available in the United States and have received the highest overall ratings from reviewers.
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Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight & Watertight .7
(4 reviews)
Featured review
by G00se
Adventure Medical Kit’s Ultralight & Watertight .7 is a nice group first aid kit when hiking in the backcountry, paddling down the river, or car camping near home. Plenty is offered in this 6oz (178g) kit. Its waterproofing allows you to store it in the top of your pack without concern for rain or rapids.
Reasons to Buy
- Waterproof
- Light (for a group kit)
- Compact (for a group kit)
- Well-stocked
Reasons to Avoid
- No burn cream
- No scissors
- No Sam Splint
I have been carrying the Ultralight & Watertight .7 on various day hikes with my family during the summer. I am fortunate to say that I have not needed to actually use any of the materials inside, and my hope is that it stays that way. The kit is waterproof, primarily through an inner zip-locking dry bag. I have noted the inner bag can unzip without careful attention to closing it firmly. It would be nice to see a slider tab on this inner bag to ensure closure. A secondary layer of protection is the outer bag, which is seam sealed, siliconized, and possessing a “water resistant” zipper.
Read more: Adventure Medical Kits Ultralight & Watertight .7 reviews (4)
Adventure Medical Kits Mountain Series Hiker Medical Kit
(1 review)
Reviewed
by Sean Van Cleve
The Adventure Medical Kits Hiker is a 2-person/2-day first aid kit that is designed to be lightweight, water resistant, and streamlined for quick excursions. This kit is recommended for the outdoor enthusiast that plans on day hiking or an overnight either solo, or with another individual.
Reasons to Buy
- Inexpensive ($25 USD)
- Little/no modification needed
- Exterior list of included materials
- Well organized
- Comprehensive 160-page guide to wilderness medicine
Reasons to Avoid
- Pouch is not waterproof
- One might consider additional antibiotic ointment
New Hampshire-based Adventure Medical Kits is a company that has been providing first aid materials to the consumer since 1973. Their products have been on the shelf in most camping and outdoor shops for over 40 years, helping people take care of wounds as well as providing peace of mind for outdoor enthusiasts around the world. Although well suited for day hikes, this kit IS NOT recommended for backcountry use; Adventure Medical Kits offers a ‘backcountry’ line of first aid kits that include additional necessary items.
Read more: Adventure Medical Kits Mountain Series Hiker Medical Kit review (1)
Adventure Medical Kits Mountain Series Day Tripper Lite Medical Kit
(1 review)
Reviewed
by Sean Van Cleve
The Day Tripper Lite is a well designed, user-friendly first aid kit that is organized in a lightweight water resistant bag. This kit is recommended for the outdoor enthusiast that plans on day hiking solo, or with another individual.
Reasons to Buy
- Inexpensive
- Little/no modification needed
- Exterior list of included materials
- Well organized
- Detailed Quick Guide
Reasons to Avoid
- No included gloves/body substance isolation (BSI)
- Pouch is not waterproof
- One might consider additional antibiotic ointment
New Hampshire-based Adventure Medical Kits is a company that has been providing first aid materials to the consumer since 1973. Their products have been on the shelf in most camping and outdoor shops for over 40 years, helping people take care of wounds as well as providing peace of mind for outdoor enthusiasts around the world. Although well suited for day hikes, this kit IS NOT recommended for backcountry use; Adventure Medical Kits offers a ‘backcountry’ line of first aid kits that include additional necessary items.
Read more: Adventure Medical Kits Mountain Series Day Tripper Lite Medical Kit review (1)
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