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When building a bug out bag, you don't want to just pack food. You also want to pack things you can use to acquire food. For example, a fishing kit. But obviously you can't pack a rod and reel and tackle box in your bug out bag. Instead, you should pack a mini fishing kit.
There are countless ways to make a pocket fishing kit, but this one by Corporals Corner is my new favorite. In this video, he explains how to make a mini fishing kit using a bead storage tube and a bicycle inner tube. You can watch the video below, but I typed up the steps for those who prefer to read.
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Materials You’ll Need
- Plastic bead storage tube (1 inch diameter, 6 inches long)
- Bicycle inner tube (1 3/8 inch diameter)
- #36 bank line (or strong twine)
- Fishing line of your choice
- 2 feet of paracord
How to Build a Pocket Fishing Kit
Step 1: Create the Rubber Sleeve
Cut your bike inner tube straight across. Slide this rubber sleeve over the bead storage tube. The rubber provides grip for the bank line that you’ll wrap later and prevents it from slipping off the smooth plastic.
Step 2: Wrap the Handle with Bank Line
Measure out about 12 feet of #36 bank line. Use a whipping knot (just like wrapping rope ends) to tightly wrap the rubber-sleeved tube. Start with a bite, wrap tightly toward the loop, then tuck the end through the loop and pull it under with pliers to secure everything in place. Burn and melt the loose ends to lock it all down.
Step 3: Add the Paracord Lanyard
To prevent the kit from slipping out of your hand (or flying into the water), add a simple lanyard:
- Fold your paracord in half.
- Attach it to the tube using a snake knot.
- Leave enough length for your hand to fit through, and tie off with a knot.
Step 4: Add the Fishing Line
Take your fishing line and wrap it just above the bank line wrap, directly onto the rubber sleeve. Once you have the desired amount of line, cut a small section of the bike tube and slide it over the fishing line to hold it securely in place.
Why I Love This Design
Anyone can make this kit. You don't need a knife or any special skills, the kit is compact and lightweight, it's durable enough to withstand real-world use, and it doesn't take long to make. Just add some hooks, sinkers, and some bait, and you're ready to fish.
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