Zombie Survival List

In case you haven’t noticed, the second season of AMC’s The Walking Dead is now airing. My opinions are divided on the show. The drama aspect is bor-ring, and the acting is lame-ohs, but I keep coming back. Don’t ask me who’s who, or even what’s happened so far. I completely zone out when the plot starts rolling. The only thing that keeps me tuned in is the action. So during these lolls in programing, as I wait for the violence to restart, I usually find myself pondering the logistics of surviving an actual onslaught of zombies.

So, I came up with this list in case of just such a scenario. If you so choose to protect yourself from the marauding masses intent on destroying yourself and everything you love, perhaps the items within this list—if procured in timely fashion—might offer you with at least a fighting chance.

Here’s the List…

ALL PURPOSE ZOMBIE SURVIVAL LIST

FIREARMS: Remember you need to inflict maximum damage, so the shotgun is your best bet. Single rounds or slugs (unless they’re big enough) will not stop the dead. Load up on ammo. .38s, .22s, and shotgun shells will be your collateral and can be used to barter for other goods.
- Henry AR-7 Survival Rifle (Better than nothing; just be a good shot.)
- Smith & Wesson 170328 S&W 642 38+P 2.125” Pwr Prt Cent (You could always get a Glock or Beretta, but there’s always the risk of jamming, especially when things get messy. In order to blow some heads off, consider investing in a larger caliber handgun like the .357 magnum.
- Mossburg 12 gauge Shotgun
- Serbu Super Shorty (Get two of these! They’re awesome.)
- Then of course there’s the AA-12, but only if you want to get F-ing serious.

EDGED WEAPONS: A sword never runs out of ammo.
- SRK Survival Knife
- SOG Tactical Tomahawk (Good for breaking into stuff. Get a few, you can always throw them in a last ditch effort.)
- Cold Steel Spear Point Machete
- Cold Steel Gladius Machete (Double-edged—advantageous. If one side dulls you’ve got the other.)
- Cold Steel Boar Spear (Keep those stinkers at a distance.)

MISCELLANEOUS WEAPONS:
- Barnett RC-150 Crossbow (Good for silence. Forget a bow and arrows—too unwieldy in stressful situations.)
- Shield
- As for explosives, Claymore mines are optimal. DO NOT USE incendiaries. The only thing worse than the walking dead is the walking dead on fire ambling around your camp setting everything ablaze.

PROTECTION: Cover your ass!
- Tactical Helmet with Spit Shield
- Full Force Riot Control Suit
- Kevlar Sleeves (Protection from those nasty bites.)
- Neck Protection (Duh, the dead always chomp the neck. Protect it.)
- Goggles
- Head Hood
- Flight Suit (Cover your skin, easy out and burn if you get zombie blood on it.)
Gloves:
- Kevlar Liquid Proof Gloves
- Fury Gloves
- Riot Control Gloves
- S.O.L.A.G. Gloves

COMMUNICATION:
- Uniden PRO510XL 40-Channel CB Radio
- Motorola MH230R 23-Mile Range 22-Channel FRS/GMRS Two-Way Radio (Pair)

POWER:
- All Power America APG3014 2,000 Watt 4-Stroke Gas Powered Portable Generator

GENERAL PURPOSE SURVIVAL:
- 1000’ Paracord
- Wallet
- Shoulder Bag
- Backpack
- Canteen w/ Cup & Cover
- Mess Kit & Fork, Spoon, Knife
- Camp Towel
- Handkerchiefs
- Sunglasses
- Swiss Army Pocket Knife
- Craftsman Multi-tool
- Flashlight, Pocket Maglite & Case
- Cell Phone w/ Charger & Headset
- Laptop, w/ Charger & Pouch
- Ipod w/ Headphones & USB
- External Harddrive, 1TB w/ USB & Pouch
- Zip Sticks, 2 GB, 4 GB
- Key Ring w/ Keys & Swiss Army
- Compass
- Survival 5-in-1 Whistle
- Emergency Crank Radio
- Poncho
- Nylon Belt
- Bivouac w/ Rain Cover & Ground Pad
- Sleeping Bag & Compression Sack
- Wool Blankets
- Duct Tape
First Aid/Toiletries: Stay clean. Good Hygiene is key to survival.
- Toothbrush
- Dental Floss
- Toothpaste
- Gum (Always useful! You’ll never know when you need to stick something somewhere.)
- Sewing Kit
- Small Mirror
- Surgical Kit
- Latex Gloves
- Soap
- Bleach
- Alcohol
- Peroxide
- Neosporin
- Band-aids
- Gauze
- Tylenol/Codeine
- Antibiotics, i.e. Penicillin, Doxycylin, Erythromycin

FOOD & WATER: And don’t forget to stock up on canned food, water and multi-vitamins. Liquor can be appreciated, but keep your wits about you.

TRANSPORTATION: Locomotives for cross-country travel—NEVER SUBWAY—and armored vehicles for in town. If you can’t find military grade, snag a Brink’s. Look for them around banks. Don’t forget to stock up on fuel and always carry maps. Forget GPS; it might work, but don’t trust them. Also avoid roads if you’re unfortunate enough to be on foot; move as the crow flies.

Save Yourself!

Zombie Survival List

Oct 25, 2011