CoalitionofMilitias
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these were my thoughts exactly, thank you for the feedback! and in my picture the mode of transport would probably be horses for long range and golf carts, bikes, ect. for short
Is this a beneficial idea for the betterment of humanity?
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Jayson
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Post an introduction then. You don’t have to reveal your super hero secret identity, but at least tell us something about yourself.
Realistically, at some point all the modern supplies we have eventually get used up.
I know of preppers who have a year (or more) worth of MREs for every family member. Of course the obvious question is, what do you do after one year plus one day?
That is when they say the will then start hunting. So many of them eschew gardening. Do not know why.
Regardless, unless you are planning on having some kind of way to generate bio-gas (see the Mad Max reference), or alcohol to power vehicles, walking or bicycling just may be the primary means of transportation in the short term.
In some areas, horses are more common and may become the primary means of transportation sooner than other areas.
I mentioned in another thread, in the majority of urban or suburban areas, you will not find horses parked in the garage.
In a post-SHTF world, our world is going to become a lot more local, i.e. within walking distance for most.
I can bicycle to the next "town" over. Note, when I say town, that is in name only. Like my town, they do not have so much as a traffic light, gas station, or Mcdonalds. Thing is, with the hills, it is a nutbuster of a ride. Not for the faint of heart. Your average American could not make such a ride.
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I cant see any reason why I would want to go to the next town post collapse, I very rarely go there now so after collapse there would be no need.
post collapse life for us over here has to be self reliant or there will be no life.
post collapse life for us over here has to be self reliant or there will be no life.
It was merely an example of what we may now consider a short distance with a full tank of gas, that post-SHTF may be a trip requiring time and effort.
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but will there be any need for that journey post collapse? the stores will be empty, the gas stations will be empty.
that full gas tank will be required to run your generator for as long as that gas lasts.
that full gas tank will be required to run your generator for as long as that gas lasts.
Brent S
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I agree all the supplies we have are just a way to wean off the lifestyle we have grown accustomed to. I’m realistically thinking 80% of the population would be dead in the first six months to a year at best. I liked the bicycle and hill comment. I bought some bikes when I first moved here. They got one trip and ended up being given away after sitting in the garage for a good while. We live in a low area that is uphill in both directions. Coming back was fun but pedaling up these hills without building up to it was murder…..
Arcticdude
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The only reason that I can see going anywhere is for trading, hunting, fishing, foraging and gathering needed things. Currently I can do all this on my own property. Trading will become essential after our stored food supplies run out. We have good soil here and can grow a nice garden. But our growing season is short by comparison to the valley's. I can see trading things that we have an excess of for things that we need.
Around here transportation will be by horse. There is no flat or smooth ground for riding bicycles. Town is 18 miles away and 2,000 feet lower.
Around here transportation will be by horse. There is no flat or smooth ground for riding bicycles. Town is 18 miles away and 2,000 feet lower.
Arcticdude
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Good point about the fuel. I have enough propane for the house to last 2 years without much problem. During winter we cook on the wood stove a lot. With a few minor changes in our electrical usage our solar will provide all of our electricity during the summer months. We have about a years worth of diesel and probably a years worth of gasoline. I figure its enough to last until we find a permanent solution.
Brent S
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My battery capacity is already less than what it was just shy of two years now. Even solar will eventually die out without replacements. I’m going to look into lithium for the next half of the panels. Better lifespan. There is an iron battery option that will last for decades but it requires maintenance. I believe it’s just keeping the water topped off but may need some electrolytes too. Worth learning about
Secrete societies do not blab about them on the internet.
have you heard of liquid metal batteries? Look into Ambri.
I see trade being done by river.
Rivers that have suffered from serious drought, the same rivers that offer very predictable movement of goods and plenty of secluded area for ambush? I nominate you boat captain!
Jayson
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tmttactical
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I embrace my current lifestyle but am preparing for the "Suck" lifestyle headed our way. If you can't hold back the tide, then build a boat.
I've been living the "Suck" lifestyle for a while just to ensure a smooth transition!
Honestly though, I think everyone, regardless of how well prepared they are, will be experiencing changes they are not used to. I don't think it will be possible for anyone to maintain their current lifestyle without drawing unwanted attention to themselves. Only the few that live remotely and have, years ago, made self-reliance a lifestyle, will be able to go forward as if nothing has changed.
really,,,, I think you would have been the first one out the back door
Brent S
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Rude, ignorant and not even worth of a real reply
