I like to carry a small set of tools that help make life easier for me and the people around me. I might use these for simply tightening a screw on a rattling clothes dryer or helping someone out with a loose battery cable on their car.
This EarthlingEDC channel gives me the opportunity to work on some EDC ideas with like minded people. We’ll explore some interesting DIY concepts such as the pocket rack, look at new tools and possible ways to efficiently optimize your everyday carry to make your life easier and maybe even help a few folks around you to improve their day.
If this seems like an appealing idea that you would like to help us with, consider subscribing. I look forward to seeing what we can come up with.
All the best,
Phil
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I have no way to print out the rack cards. Do you know any supplier that sells them? Thanks
@rodsmyth - Thank you for your post and for being a subscriber. These Pocket Racks™ come in different versions and are an open source 3D print design, so anyone can print one or customize the design. The only major restriction is that you can't sell them. There is a utility patent pending. To make one for yourself, go to: www.thingiverse.com/search?q=Pocket+Rack+EDC&page=1 and download any of the six versions that you would like to print. You can then go to a website like printathing.com, or a local 3D printing service in your area and have them make one or more of them for you. This PDF has more details on sourcing the elastics that are used with them. See: bit.ly/MicroEDCOrg and this video shows how to make the elastics bands that are used on the Racks: kzread.info/dash/bejne/m6ZtpsSaiZu2aLw.html Enjoy !
Love your videos man, I hope to do some of the same edc related things, love the pocket racks!
@DRYOutdoors - Thank you for your feedback, it is sincerely appreciated. I'm glad you like them and hope you have the opportunity to build one out for yourself.
I have the 711L lollipop and Leatherman-compatible ratchet. I'll say right away I'm an industrial mechanic, working on everything from pneumatics to electric motors, hydraulics to HVAC, with some plumbing thrown in. I use micro/EDC sized tools for 95% of the jobs I do. If you want to work fast you have to. 711L makes some great products that I cannot recommend enough, the lollipop being my favorite carry-everywhere screwdriver and the bit-insert ratchet coming with to tighten up hex bolts holding small pneumatic cylinders or solenoid valves. Most of my jobs could be completely finished with those plus a couple knipex pliers. I'll have to get this ratchet, I know it will come in handy.
@Raeilgunne - thank you for your post. The Lollipop is an amazing tool. I'm going to include it in an upcoming video. I agree with you regarding the tools you mentioned. They are all solid, good quality tools that can do things that you would not expect from their size. Thanks again for taking the time to share this info.
Some of the bits from the steinwhale are too small for the 711L. This is due to the locking mechanism for the bits in the 711L is at the top of the wratchet socket/bit holder and not in the middle. I currently have the T6/T8 Stuck in the 711L.
@paddypat - thank you for your post. I'm not having that issue with that bit or any of them for that matter. You might have something in the either the ratchet or on the bit that may be preventing it from being removed. Might try some very light oil to loosen it up. Best of luck and let me know if you got it out.
I had the same issue with the steinwhale bits. I ended up ordering 2 711L and 2 sets of the steinwhale bits to confirm it wasn’t a one-off situation. I ended up returning the steinwhale bits and will probably order the LTT bits at the expense of a slightly larger footprint.
That’s interesting. So it could be either one causing the problem. I’ll try the Steinwhale bits with some other drivers that I have and see if there are any issues. Thanks for sharing that information.
Yea but how does the 3 dollar watch hold time ? That’s the real question which. I don’t think you mentioned
@LonewolfEDC - Excellent question - I actually brought that up in this recent video kzread.info/dash/bejne/hIOozaSqprPemcY.htmlsi=HbT8W0cyyqNqakKo . In a nutshell, save your $3.
Can you provide Amazon alternatives to your temu and Ali Express links? I'm wanting to get this stuff within my lifetime. The tubes especially and the cases please!
I had done this in a previous video. see: drive.google.com/file/d/1QqYObcr0BKQyvSREEp7yzexcPw4MHpUf/view I don't see the same neoprene pouches available on Amazon though. But take a look at: www.amazon.com/s?k=neopren+pouch&i=electronics&crid=1CZD0PV2U75BN&sprefix=neopren+pouch%2Celectronics%2C63&ref=nb_sb_noss
Why not stick something in the end of that screwdriver bit holder as a spacer so the bits fit better?
@theunknownatheist3815 - Thanks for the post. I could probably drop a small magnet into the bottom of the tube, but getting it our would be problematic. Adding some type of spacer is no a bad idea though. Thanks..
Watching the video, the Steinwhale stubby screwdriver intrigues me the most. I have been on the hunt for something like that for a while now. Of course I will likely pick up the 7-11 too;) Great content as usual. Getting some more cards printed soon to fill up.
@cgolf100 - Thanks so much. The Steinwhale setup is very nice. I've enjoyed testing it's abilities. I thin you will too. You need to do some more videos that include Pocket Racks on your channel :-)
@@EarthlingEDC just so happens a friend at work delivered 2 new pocket racks to me today and yesterday I cut some stainless cards slightly bigger then the micro card to better fit the smalls containers. Next video up is converting my EDC key chain to a pocket card, fingers crossed it all fits:)
@@EarthlingEDC I find the Steinwhale bits to fit too well in the ratchet, so much that I have to use my knipex to really pry the bits away. Do you find that experience to be similar to yours? If so, what do you recommend?
@deathpunchrigby1664 - I've inserted both sides of each bit into the 711L ratchet section. Some of them can be quite tight, but I can insert and extract all of them on both sides of each bit. The larger bits are easier to insert into the ratchet than the smaller bits. When I look at them closely it appears that the center hex portion of each bit needs to transition down to the the smaller size of the bit head. For the small bits that transition can be quite steep resulting in a sharp edge that can hang up on the 711L locking mechanism that engages with the bit. If you want to make the bits easier to insert into the ratchet, I'm going to get a small flat jewelers file or maybe a small piece of emery cloth sandpaper and see if taking down those sharp edge will make them easier to insert into the ratchet. To extract a tight bit, don't pull it out, push it through from the opposite side of the ratchet. That's what has consistently worked for me.
Love you ideals. Put kits together and sell for $150 + shipping Or crate affiliate links If you're reading comment if you'd buy for feedback
@sgtdice - Thank you for your post. These are good suggestions and I may pursue them in the future, but right now I'm more interested in creating videos and sharing new EDC ideas with our viewers. Thanks for taking the time to share your ideas.
@sgtdice - Thanks for you ideas. Both of them would work just fine.
Dude, just bend the lid. Or use rubber bands.
@ericdaniel323 - Both of those ideas would work fine. Thanks for posting.
Nice kit. I built one with an Ares 70040 mini ratchet and Knipex pliers also! It's been very useful but I'm always looking for items that will increase capability. A flashlight you might want to check out is the Skilhunt H150. It's a AA headlamp but it makes for an awesome right angle flashlight. I have two of them, one I use at work daily in server racks and under computer workstations. I can tail stand it and point it at what I'm working on and with the headlamp beam profile being wider its great for up close work. It's got a constant current driver so the brightness does not go down in each mode as much as typical flashlights and its the most efficient in terms of runtime for a single 14500/AA flashlight I've seen. It's slightly longer than the Rovyvon A5 though but adds more side lighting brightness. I got both the 519a 4500k and XM-L2 6500K versions and the XM-L2 is just more impressive with 10-20% more brightness depending on the mode for the same battery life. For something so small I prefer to prioritize brightness over tint.
@practicalguy973 - Thanks for your post. That's a nice little light. The dimensions are good for a pocket rack as well. www.skilhunt.com/portfolio/h150-aa-14500-usb-magnetic-charging-led-headlamp/#1543941458975-87e9d02d-f32d I might reach out to them to include one in a future video. Many thanks for the suggestion.
@@EarthlingEDC Awesome. The only thing that is large for EDC is the magnetic charging cable. I dont worry about taking it with me since I have AA alkaline in most places I go and NIMH rechargeable batteries at work if I run out of power. I like the design of the headlamp band to, its pretty compact. You can get away with just one strap if you really want to save a little more space. I carry the headlamp band on night bike rides and will take it backpacking/ bikepacking for sure.
Thanks again for bringing this to my attention. I have one being shipped to me. Depending on how it tests, I will include it as part of a kit build in an upcoming video.
Credit to Todd Parker’s channel for the steinwhale 711L combo, he even sawed the extender down to be more compact
@rogerp.2442 Thanks for taking the time to post. Todd does excellent videos. I have not seen that particular video, but will check it out. Based on the test that I had with the torque wrench in this video, I would not cut down the bit extender for my use. My hands are too big and a longer handle on the 711L ratchet is going to give more even distribution of pressure allowing me to apply more torque if needed. For those not familiar with Todd's channel, be sure to check it out here: www.youtube.com/@todd.parker his table top videography is exceptional.
link please for tool
bit.ly/ToolsJewels
super cool! I haven't seen anything like this before (EDC tool kit). Normally, on vacation, I put together a small loose tool kit for items I would need. It's easy to lose the tools. I like the compact package idea and will try to assemble small purpose driven kits that stay togehter. Thanks for the great idea! -- I just watched your bungee video. Excellent!
@dinwa276 - Thank you for your post and for being a subscriber - Purpose made mini EDC kits are interesting to put together with Pocket Racks. Checkout my "Human Maintenance Kit" video kzread.info/dash/bejne/f553s8ekmqfTYqg.htmlsi=wtkKp43J9d1huqMr
Great stuff, I like the idea of the card, so simple when you see it.
@tims728 - Thank you for your feedback. I sincerely appreciate your comments and hope you will have the opportunity to try one out for yourself.
That’s the exact ratchet I got a good while ago to carry with my Leatherman and find it way more useful that the 711L that fits into the tool bit driver. I have an extension that fits into the Leatherman with my kit too and what’s great is you can just put it into the bottom of that 711L and boom you have a regular length 1/4in driver handle.
@The_RC_Guru - Thank you for taking the time to post. I agree with you. It's a great little tool and as long as you carry a bit extender with it, the small handle is really not an issue.
Nice kit, thanks for sharing it with us. JT
@scenicdriveways6708 - You are very welcome. Thank you for your post.
Where did you get the pouch ? It’s a perfect size
@archerknightly779 - Thank you for your question. I post a PDF file in the description of my videos that contains all of the items and where you can source them from. Take at item #3 in this PDF file: drive.google.com/file/d/1rxgIBs_h92mpRAzbuHo6WBLZOcuM91AD/view?usp=sharing
@archerknightly779 - Thanks for your post. Check the description for this video. You will find a link to a PDF that lists everything in this video and where it can be sourced. See: drive.google.com/file/d/1rxgIBs_h92mpRAzbuHo6WBLZOcuM91AD/view?usp=sharing
So much better than the Stein 🐬 Dolphin. 😂
@StarDarkAshes - Thanks for your post - Do a search on Google for SteinDolphin . :-)
I am a edc addict ❤❤❤ i find your set up superb but I can't get the card can you help 😂😂😂
@pamodousawaneh - Great question that I get often. This should help. See: drive.google.com/file/d/1Qqvq3WIo0F5qmE4Ee7HY9md08XJqg8Sq/view
this is hands down my favorite EDC channel. you have original ideas, and a more realistic approach than most other EDC creators on youtube. keep up the great work and thank you for the out of the box ideas on how to EDC!
@I_Of_Providence - Thank you so much for that very kind feedback. It is sincerely appreciated.
I carry basically full size versions on most of your things like I carry a 21700 flashlight and a kraftform kompact plus lots of other stuff just in my pockets everyday
@james10739 - Thank you for your post. If that works for you, then you have the perfect EDC setup for your needs. My preference for my needs is to keep my EDC kit as compact as possible with good quality tools. Everyone is going to have a different set-up based on their daily needs and how they like to carry. thanks again for taking the time to share what you carry.
would you recommend the nexttool mini over the gerber dime?
@kechidonick - Thank you for your question. The Gerber dime has pliers as the primary tool, The Nextool mini sailor that I featured in this video has a large pair of scissors as the primary tool. I specifically chose it for those scissors. They are great! Nextool also makes a mini sailor with pliers as the primary tool, but I have not tried it out yet, so I can't give you a recommendation for them. Thank you again for your post.
Do those mini double ended bits fit in the ratchetingpart of the 711 ratcheting driver good enough? Like do they 'lock' in or seat deep enough into the ratcheting head to stay in and work properly? Do the back end tips stick out thru the back? Great vid nice advice, and thanks for sharing these lil pieces.... lol soo many lil bits n pieceson Amazon I see and want, but never get cuz they don't ever give u full details for like bit sizes or whether they work in reg. bit holders or what haaaa... but these vids are exactly what we all need
@dabmanian_devil - Thank you for posting your questions. 1. Do those mini double ended bits fit in the ratchetingpart of the 711 ratcheting driver good enough? Yes, they sit very tightly in the ratchet 2. Do the back end tips stick out thru the back? Yes, but that was the case with the WIHA bits as well. I have had no issue with them because of that. Keep in mind that depending on where you purchase them, you can return them if they don't work as expected for you. I sincerely appreciate your feedback.
Hey Phil! I think it’s time to re-think EDC as Everyday Carry to Evolving Daily Carry. This episode further strengthens this idea. What do you think? Keep on building 😊
@Olyphoto7 - That's a very good suggestion. Almost all the EDC videos I've published since starting this channel last year are about how to adapt and evolve your EDC. The tech keeps changing and the use cases keep changing so the kits we make evolve so that they can adapt to our needs. I like it... :-)
I would recommend looking at Dude wipe individual wipes instead of the toilet paper and pellet towels.
@StickInTheMud49 - Thank you for your post. A couple of other folks made similar suggestions. Your feedback is very much appreciated.
In this video are you using the pocket rack or the mini pocket rack?
@kechidonick Thank you for your question. In the video I'm using a mini pocket rack, but a standard pocket rack will work just as well and give you a bit more room to work with as well.
Good stuff thanks
@tdg0101 - Thank you for the feedback and for being a subscriber.
I got the 711L mini ratchet and the Steinwhale bits too. Unfortunately, the Steinwhale bits don’t work with the 2-in-1 extension (flips from a hex bit holder to a square socket holder) 😢. I can’t remember the name of the short bits I got instead.
Do those mini 2 in 1 bits work in 711l ratchet? Like the actual ratcheting head, not the magnetic bottom hex spot lol.
@@dabmanian_devil I think the largest flat head won’t fit but all of the other bits fit into the ratcheting part. The 711L and Steinwhale bits work great together. You can get around the large flat head not fitting by using the extension that comes with the Steinwhale set.
@dabmanian_devil - Thank you for your post. Yes they do. I can even get the large flat head bit to fit. Keep in mind that there might be slight variations in size between the bit driver and the bits, but the for the set-up that i have everything seems to fit.
@corbenj - Thank you for sharing that information. I also tried it with my 711L 2in1 extender and it did not work for me either, but I was going to use the Steinwhale extender anyway so its not an issue for me, but it is good to know.
@@EarthlingEDC I had to be careful with the Steinwhale extender. My FIL has a metal hip and I was worried the magnet would rip it out of his body 😂
Excellent, excellent video! Love this kit and you do a great job describing it. Only thing I’d recommend is to become an Amazon Associate so you can make money off your recommendations. I bought both the NexTool and Steinwhale bit set from your video, but you could have made a few bucks off of me. Just a thought! EDIT: Just found your PDF! That’s wonderful, but I bet putting the links right in the description would be quicker for people.
@LandmanEDC - Chad, Thanks for your feedback. The PDFs get a very significant number of views and my regular viewers seem to enjoy them. I do run product links in the description, but the pdf is another option that can be used alone, or in conjunction with the info in the description. I use both techniques. Many thanks again for sharing your thoughts here..
Great video, Phil! I knew you'd love the Steinwhale kit. Is that the Mini Sailor with the big scissors and small pliers? Or the regular pliers with the small scissors?
@ParkerBinion - Thanks again for sharing that info about the Steinwhale bits. I've had several viewers pushing me to get the Steinwhale bits and your feedback finally got me to pull the trigger :-) Much appreciated. The mini sailor featured in the video is the model with the large scissors. THE SCISSORS ARE EXCELLENT! I think there is a discount code for them in the PDF that is in the description. All the best to you...
Im a woman but i have so many edc pouches with different things in it…and i love this tool!!!…small…compact…perfect….keep it comming…i enjoy your content….
@heathkinn - Thank you for taking the time to post your comment. It is sincerely appreciated. I can assure you there are many more EDC videos on the way :-)
What are your thoughts about the 711L mini ratchet? Post them here in the comments. ALSO, be sure to check us out on Reddit. Go to www.reddit.com/r/Earthling_EDC/ you can post images of your EDC!!!! I'd love to see what you carry and why. Thanks for taking the time to stop by today!
Don't forget a fresnel lens 👍 You could easily fit a short pencil and some magnets too. Is your charger cable also a uSD card reader ? Rovyvon are superb flashlights.
Put a Ranger band or a piece of old inner tube around it.
@mikejacobs8326 - Thank you for your post. Both of your ideas would definitely work. Thanks for sharing them.
Do those double sided bits work on the ratchet end of the tool directly or do you have to use the extender?
@LoranBriggs - Thank you for your question. Yes, the double sided Steinwhale bits will work in the 711L ratchet without the bit extender.
harbour freight sells a nice one made by ICON sku:58074 model:RXFT-35
@the_noble_lefty - Thanks for taking the time to share that info-.That does look interesting. There website does not give the dimensions for the ratchet. I've got a Harbor Freight near me and might stop by to take a look at it. Thanks again!!
Just Velcro two tins together
@yungvalid1284 - Thank you for taking the time to post your suggestion. What you propose would definitely work. :-)
Wurkkos are great flashlights
@shhhhsecrethaha - I've got quite a few of them and they do appear to be a good quality manufacturer with reasonably priced products. I'll be including them in future videos as well.
@@EarthlingEDC I have plenty. So I will be looking forward to move videos. Have a great one my friend
@shhhhsecrethaha - Glad I could be of service. thanks again for taking the time to post...
Bend the lip of your tin in a little. You can do it with your fingers.
@titude - Thank you for taking the time to share that idea. It sounds like it would work.
a nice mod that i have on my vise grips is a magnet under the handle with 1/4in fillips head bit magnetized to it and its pretty much free real estate for that bit and you can use the locking of the wrench as a improvised driver. the mods you showed are really cool as well keep up the good work!
@RafeTVGaming - Many thanks for taking the time to share what sounds like a very interesting mod for locking pliers. I'll try it out. I also sincerely appreciate your feedback about this video. Have a great day!
An urban fix-it kit or what happens to an Altoids kit when it grows up. That is an hilarious description. I love it. 😂😂😂😂
@gregjung9301 -Thank you for your feedback. There are a lot of similarities between the min kits that I build for these videos and what you would put into an EDC Altoids tin. I still think that the mini kits that I build are very much like a grown up Altoids tin. :-) Thank you again for taking the time to post your comment. It is sincerely appreciated.
Hair ties... Lots of people these days (both genders) wear their hair long. If your hair tie breaks, it's nice to have a spare or two in your EDC kit. They take up no room & weigh practically nothing. Also, hair ties can be used to secure small items. Think of them as a mini bungee cord.
@j.l.emerson592 - Thank you for your post. Hair ties would work great! I did a video earlier this year about using elastics for EDC purposes. Hair ties were one of the options. If you are interested, Take a look at: kzread.info/dash/bejne/jHp11ayJh7bfgJc.html
My grandfather wore slacks all his life. So ever since I was a kid, I always wondered why he wrapped it in a blue produce rubber band. He said so his wallet doesn't fall out. Put a blue rubber band on it
@yettibuilt - Thank you for your post. I like that idea :-)
I like your presentation but would never use TEMU. I have no trust in their use of my data.
@myopinion262 - Thank you for your post.
ill use an old baller band. show us how and also your content for EDC
@tinolamartini - Thank you for your post. I just published this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lZyck7aEZZaacbg.htmlsi=ETbLjrIpO9dlljN6 which gives a rundown of my current edc pouch. Also, if you would like to find out how the drawers were added to the Altoids tin, please take a look at: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lXmtqpiQksrTnrg.html Enjoy!
I just grabbed a rubber band
@smthngfunny - That would definitely work. If you want to see how the drawers were attached for this video, take a look at: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lXmtqpiQksrTnrg.html
Check out the travel card pro, it looks to be the same size as your battery but has both lightning and usb-c
@rogerp.2442 - Thanks for taking the time to post . Is this the power bank that you are referring to? www.travelcardcharger.com/
@@EarthlingEDC Correct! I have one and it’s held up pretty well and eliminated an adapter from my EDC
Rubber bands or ranger bands to keep it closed, adding drawers would make it thick enough to be borderline not pocketable comfortably
@smthngfunny - That would definitely work. If you want to see how the drawers were attached for this video, take a look at: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lXmtqpiQksrTnrg.html
Can you buy this pocket rack? I don’t have a 3D printer Thanks
@steevocam - Thank you for your post . You don't need to have a printer to get one made. These Pocket Racks™ come in different versions and are an open source 3D print design, so anyone can print one or customize the design. The only major restriction is that you can't sell them. There is a utility patent pending. To make one for yourself, go to: www.thingiverse.com/search?q=Pocket+Rack+EDC&page=1 and download any of the six versions that you would like to print. You can then go to a website like printathing.com, or a local 3D printing service in your area and have them make one or more of them for you. This PDF has more details on sourcing the elastics that are used with them. See: bit.ly/MicroEDCOrg and this video shows how to make the elastics bands that are used on the Racks: kzread.info/dash/bejne/m6ZtpsSaiZu2aLw.html Enjoy !
Extra leader, bullet weights, and hooks. Tiny tin, filled with power bait. Ta da, now I have free hand for ice chest and the fishing rod.
@traceypedigo6405 -Thank you for your post. It would make a very nice little tackle box. Great idea!
@@EarthlingEDC and if you glue a piece of styrofoam , same size as the tin ,under neath...floats!