LYNX EXPIDRA Survival System

All-Hazards Survival & Get-Home Kit

Quick Facts

• Carry System: GRAYL Mission EXP 30L
  
• Water Safety: Ti GeoPress + 3-tier Decon & Hydration Suite
  
• Shelter: LiteFighter Commando Tarp + Customer-Selected SOL Bivvy
  
• Medical: NAR Micro Trauma Kit + Austere OTC Medical Kit
  
• Lighting & Power: NU43 headlamp, MT2A Pro flashlight, NESTOUT 10k + 14W solar
  
• Tools: Silky BigBoy 2000, SOG PowerPint, ripSPOOL repair kit
  
• Fire Suite: Full Exotac ignition system + stove + Esbit fuel
  
• Navigation: Suunto MC-2, ESEE nav cards, signal panel, chemlights
  
• Knife Options: SRK, Strongarm, ESEE-4, TOPS BOB, or none
  

The LYNX EXPIDRA Survival System is a full-spectrum, all-hazards survival and get-home kit built for prepared civilians who require professional-grade capability in a single, unified platform. Designed around the GRAYL Mission EXP 30L, EXPIDRA delivers comprehensive readiness for disaster, wilderness emergency, evacuation, or austere movement environments while maintaining a low-visibility, non-tactical profile suitable for everyday travel.

Built for the Mission

• Complete multi-phase water safety with Ti GeoPress purification, three-tier chemical decontamination, pre-filtering, and storage redundancy
  
• Fire superiority under wet, wind, or cold conditions with ferro rod, stormproof matches, lighter redundancy, and solid-fuel stove integration
  
• Full shelter capability including Commando Tarp, customer-selected SOL bivvy, and heavy-duty contractor bag
  
• Comprehensive medical capability with NAR Micro Trauma Kit and Austere OTC support package
  
• Multi-tool, knife, saw, and repair assets for cutting, maintenance, cordage work, and field durability
  
• Navigation and signaling coverage with compass, reference cards, mirror, visual panel, and chemlight suite
  
• Power and lighting redundancy including NU43 headlamp, MT2A Pro flashlight, 10k power bank, and 14W solar charger
  
• Low-profile civilian appearance allowing discreet carry in urban and travel environments
  

Specifications

Primary Platform

• GRAYL Mission EXP 30L Backpack – Water-resistant 30L carry system with modular storage and hydration integration. (Colors: OD Green, Coyote Brown, Covert Black, Wander Blue)
  

Water & Hydration

• GRAYL Ti GeoPress 28 oz w/ strainer lid – Primary press purifier for viral/bacterial/protozoa treatment with titanium vessel capability for boiling/cooking; includes strainer lid.
  
• Cana Provisions Personal Water Decon Combo Kit – Three-tier water safety package combining decon support, bulk purification tablets, and rehydration support in one kit.
  
• CampCraft Outdoors Canvas Pre-Filter Bag – Sediment pre-filtering to reduce turbidity before purification/filtration.
  
• 2L Collapsible Water Bottle – Lightweight collapsible water storage for staging clean/treated water.
  
• Sawyer Mini Filter – Compact squeeze-style microfilter for secondary water processing and redundancy.
  
• CamelBak Antidote 3L Short Hydration Bladder – Hydration reservoir for sustained movement and hands-free drinking in transit.
  

Fire & Heat

Fire Kit – packed in GRAYL G-MOD Flat Pouch and labeled with one FindMe glow tag patch

• GRAYL G-MOD Flat Pouch Large – Dedicated pouch for consolidated fire kit organization and fast access.
  
• Maratac FindMe Glow Tag (Write On) 2-Pack – Glow marker tags for pouch identification and low-light location.
  
• Exotac FireRod V2 – Ferro rod ignition tool with durable handle for repeated strikes and wet-weather capability.
  
• Exotac Mini fireSLEEVE + Bic Lighter – Waterproof lighter sleeve paired with a Bic for immediate flame and redundancy.
  
• UCO Titan Stormproof Vault – Match vault component for protected ignition capability and weather resistance.
  
• Tinder-Quik Tabs (20×) – Compact tinder tabs for fast fire establishment in marginal conditions.
  
• Epiphany Outdoor Gear Pocket Bellows – Collapsible bellows for directed airflow to build flame efficiently.
  
• Carson Optics Magnifier Card – Magnifier for solar ignition support and general inspection tasks.
  

Heat Support

• HotHands Super Warmers ×6 – Disposable heat packs for cold exposure management and comfort.
  

Cooking / Boiling

• Titanium flat-pack stove – Compact stove platform for controlled heating and cooking capability using twigs and small wood fuel.  
  
• Esbit fuel tablets (6-pack) – Solid fuel for reliable ignition of wet tinder/kindling
  

Shelter & Protection

Bivvy Variants (Primary Customer Options)

• SOL Emergency Bivvy – Compact emergency bivvy for heat retention and wind/weather protection.
  
• SOL Emergency Bivvy XL – Larger-format bivvy for increased coverage and comfort.
  
• SOL Thermal Bivvy – Higher insulation bivvy option for colder conditions.
  

Core Shelter Items

• LiteFighter Commando Tarp Shelter – Primary tarp shelter system for overhead cover, windbreak, and precipitation protection.
  
• 45 Gallon Contractor Bag (HD, 3 mil) – Heavy-duty utility bag for waterproofing, improvised protection, and field use.
  

First Aid & Medical

• North American Rescue Micro Trauma First Aid Kit – Compact trauma-focused kit for major bleeding and critical injury response.
  
• Maratac Compact Trauma Shears (Orange) – Dedicated cutting tool for medical response and gear cutting.
  
• Hyfin Compact Chest Seal Twin Pack – Occlusive chest seals for penetrating chest trauma management.
  
• Austere Medical Consultants OTC Med Kit – Over-the-counter support kit for common field issues and minor medical needs.
  

Navigation & Signaling

Navigation

• Suunto MC-2 NH Compass – Mirror compass for precision land navigation, bearings, and route work.
  
• ESEE Navigation Cards – Waterproof navigation reference cards for field notes and quick reference.
  

Signaling

• Floating Signal Mirror – Long-range visual signaling tool for search and rescue visibility.
  
• SOL Howler Whistle – High-output emergency whistle for audible signaling.
  
• SORD Marker Panel – High-visibility marker panel for ground-to-air/ground signaling.
  
• Cyalume 12 Hour Green Chemlights ×4 – Long-duration passive light for marking, signaling, and low-light identification.
  

Tools, Repair & Multi-Tools

Knives (Customer Variant Options)

• None – Customer selects no knife.
  
• Cold Steel SRK – Fixed blade option for general survival cutting tasks.
  
• Gerber Strongarm – Fixed blade option for hard-use field tasks.
  
• ESEE-4 Plain Edge Black w/ Black Sheath – Fixed blade option for hard-use cutting, processing, and survival utility.
  
• TOPS Fieldcraft BOB Knife w/ ferro rod – Fixed blade option with ferro rod; selecting this removes the Exotac FireRod V2 and associated cost per your build.
  
• Dirk Sheath add-on – Optional sheath accessory add-on for carry configuration.
  

Cutting / Processing

• Silky BigBoy 2000 – Folding saw for efficient wood processing and shelter material work.
  

Multitool

• SOG PowerPint – Compact multitool for gripping, turning, cutting, and general field repairs.
  

Sharpening

• Smith’s Pocket Pal Sharpener – Compact sharpener for maintaining knife edge performance.
  

Repair / Utility

• Exotac ripSPOOL Kit – Field repair kit for gear repairs and maintenance tasks.
  
• Singing Rock COLT Carabiner ×2 – Locking carabiners for secure attachment and utility rigging tasks.
  
• Atwood BattleCord (50 ft) – High-strength cordage for shelter rigging and general utility.
  
• Atwood 550 Paracord (50 ft), black – General-purpose paracord for rigging and lashing.
  
• Atwood Kevlar Microcord (125 ft) – Fine high-strength cord for repairs, lashing, and small-scale tasks.
  

Lighting & Power

Primary Headlamp

• Nitecore NU43 Rechargeable Headlamp – Rechargeable headlamp for hands-free illumination and task work.
  

Secondary Flashlight

• Nitecore MT2A Pro LED Rechargeable – Handheld flashlight for focused lighting and redundancy.
  

Power Banks

• NESTOUT 10,000 mAh (Beige) – Rugged power bank for device power and recharge support.
  

Power Accessories

• USB-C to USB-C cable – Included cable support as provided with the power bank/headlamp/flashlight (no added cost).
  

Solar Charging

• NESTOUT 14W compact folding solar panel – Portable solar charging for extended operations and off-grid recharge.
  

Knowledge & Field Guides

• Tiny Survival Guide + Tiny First Aid Guide – Compact reference guides covering survival basics and first aid fundamentals.
  

Hygiene

Hygiene Micro-Kit

• Kikkerland Soap Sheets – Compact soap sheets for basic hygiene and sanitation.
  
• Toob Toothbrush – Compact toothbrush for dental hygiene and field cleanliness.  Includes toothpaste storage tube.
  

Admin

• Rite in the Rain Mini Bolt Action Pen – All-weather pen for notes, documentation, and navigation work.
  
• Rite in the Rain Pencil – All-weather pencil option for redundancy and wet conditions.
  
• Rite in the Rain Side Spiral Notebook 4 5/8” × 7”, Orange – Weather-resistant notebook for logs, notes, and route planning.
  
• Aloksak Bags 12” × 12” (2 pack) – Waterproof storage bags for documents and sensitive items.
  

FAQ

Does EXPIDRA include everything needed for immediate deployment?
Yes. EXPIDRA contains full trauma care, water treatment, shelter, fire, navigation, lighting, and power systems. Users only need to add personal clothing and food.

Is the system compatible with tactical or professional field use?
Yes. While designed for civilian appearance, all critical components are professional-grade and field-tested.

Why a bivvy variant instead of a fixed option?
Different climates and user profiles require different insulation levels. All three are fully supported shelter solutions.

EXPIDRA delivers comprehensive, professional-grade readiness in a civilian-discreet profile—built for those who refuse to depend on chance when conditions deteriorate.