Phoenix Creek Supply

Tier-2 Load-Out — Daypack / Field Work

Designed for full-day outings where work is performed on site and return times may shift. Tier-2 builds directly on Tier-1 with increased water capacity, redundancy, and coordination — without crossing into overnight sustainment.

Intention

  • • 8–12 hour field days
  • • Prospecting sessions
  • • Long hikes with active work
  • • Variable weather exposure
  • • Delayed return contingency

Limits

  • • Not designed for overnight sleep
  • • No shelter or sleep system
  • • Clothing, boots, and heated layers selected separately in Gear

Inventory

Primary Pack (Tier-2 Upgrade)

Mystery Ranch Blitz 30 Backpack

Structured carry, better load control, and all-day comfort for working weight.

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Life-Safety Communication (Tier-2 Upgrade)

Garmin inReach Explorer+

Designed for extended field days where delays or environmental changes increase risk. Provides two-way emergency communication, tracking, and navigation redundancy when exiting immediately may not be possible.

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Water (Expanded from Tier-1)

HydraPak Force Reservoir

Primary hydration with higher capacity and durable construction.

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Katadyn Micropur MP1 Tablets

Carry-over from Tier-1 for fast, reliable purification in the field.

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Navigation (Reuse Tier-1)

Smartphone with offline maps

Primary navigation. Download offline areas before departure.

Suunto MC-2 Compass

Mechanical backup navigation for low-visibility or device failure.

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Lighting (Reuse Tier-1)

Petzl ACTIK CORE Headlamp

Rechargeable primary light with red mode to protect night vision.

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Streamlight MicroStream USB

Compact task light and backup to the headlamp.

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Tools (Tier-2 Expansion)

Leatherman Signal

Adds pliers, saw, and field-repair functions without replacing Tier-1 knives.

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First Aid (Tier-2 Upgrade)

My Medic MyFAK Mini

Expanded field care beyond mobility-only injuries.

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Calories / Electrolytes (Expanded)

LMNT Electrolyte Mix

Replaces salts lost during extended field work.

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Salted Peanuts (PCS field hack)

Quick calories; empty shells can be used as discreet trail markers.

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Tier-1 knives remain valid; the multitool is additive for Tier-2 tasks.

Tier-2 Summary

  • • Full-day capable
  • • Redundancy increased over Tier-1
  • • No overnight sustainment
  • • Emergency coordination enabled

This load-out reflects field experience and tested reliability. All items are affiliate-linked — your purchase helps support Phoenix Creek Supply at no extra cost to you.