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Mayday Mountain Road Warrior – 22-Piece Vehicle Emergency Survival Kit

by Mayday
Original price $125.00 - Original price $125.00
Original price
$125.00
$125.00 - $125.00
Current price $125.00
SKU MD10011
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22-Piece Vehicle Emergency and Survival Kit for Remote, Mountain, Rural, and Winter Travel

The Mayday Mountain Road Warrior is a 22-piece vehicle emergency and survival kit designed for drivers who may face extended roadside delays in mountain, winter, rural, or remote environments. It combines vehicle recovery equipment with emergency food, drinking water, warmth, shelter, signaling, lighting, first aid, and basic repair supplies in one portable red backpack.

Unlike basic roadside tool kits, the Mountain Road Warrior includes supplies that support both vehicle recovery and personal survival when roadside assistance may take longer to arrive.

Vehicle Recovery and Roadside Safety: The kit includes:

  • 1 set of heavy-duty jumper cables for a dead vehicle battery
  • 1 tow rope for vehicle recovery or assistance
  • 1 Class BC fire extinguisher for flammable liquid and electrical fires
  • 1 reflecting triangle to alert approaching traffic
  • 1 emergency help banner for roadside signaling
  • 1 whistle for emergency signaling

Emergency Food, Water, Warmth, and Shelter: For situations involving an extended delay, the kit includes:

  • 1 emergency food bar containing 2,400 calories
  • 3 emergency drinking water pouches
  • 1 solar sleeping bag designed to reflect body heat
  • 1 waterproof poncho for protection from rain and wet conditions

The emergency food and drinking water have a five-year shelf life from the date of manufacture.

Lighting and Visibility: The kit provides multiple lighting options for roadside repairs, signaling, and low-light conditions:

  • 1 12V plug-in auto spotlight
  • 1 handheld flashlight
  • 2 D batteries
  • 1 30-minute emergency light stick

Tools, First Aid, and Cleanup Supplies: Additional supplies include:

  • 1 Swiss-style army knife
  • 1 utility knife
  • 1 pair of leather-palm work gloves
  • 1 roll of duct tape
  • 1 basic first aid kit
  • 3 moist towelettes

Portable Vehicle Storage: All supplies are organized in a heavy-duty red backpack that can be stored in a car, truck, SUV, fleet vehicle, or recreational vehicle. The backpack format also allows the kit to be carried away from a disabled vehicle when necessary.

Product Facts

  • Product Type: Vehicle emergency and survival kit
  • Total Components: 22 pieces
  • SKU: MD10011
  • Approximate Weight: 13 pounds
  • Container: Heavy-duty red backpack
  • Fire Extinguisher Type: Class BC
  • Food and Water Shelf Life: 5 years from the date of manufacture
  • Assembly: Assembled in the USA by Mayday Industries

The Mayday Mountain Road Warrior is well suited for mountain residents, winter drivers, rural motorists, road-trip travelers, commuters, fleet vehicles, and anyone preparing for roadside emergencies where help may not be immediately available.

Vehicle Recovery & Safety

  • 1x Jumper Cables (Heavy Duty) – For dead batteries.
  • 1x Tow Rope – For extraction from mud or snow.
  • 1x Fire Extinguisher (Class BC) – For engine or electrical fires.
  • 1x Reflecting Triangle – To warn oncoming traffic.
  • 1x Distress Banner ("Emergency Help") – For signaling police/rescue.
  • 1x Whistle – For signaling if separated from the vehicle.

Survival & Shelter (Warmth/Nutrition)

  • 1x 2400 Calorie Food Bar – 5-year shelf life energy ration.
  • 3x Emergency Drinking Water Pouches – 5-year shelf life hydration.
  • 1x Solar Sleeping Bag – Aluminized to reflect body heat (prevents hypothermia).
  • 1x Waterproof Poncho – Keeps user dry during repairs.

Lighting & Visibility

  • 1x Auto Spot Light (12V Plug-in) – High-power beam for repairs.
  • 1x Flashlight – Handheld for mobility.
  • 2x D Batteries – Power source for the flashlight.
  • 1x 30-Minute Light Stick – Chemical light for signaling or area lighting.

Tools & Repair

  • 1x Swiss-Style Army Knife – Multipurpose tool.
  • 1x Utility Knife – For cutting seatbelts or clothing.
  • 1x Leather Palm Work Gloves (Pair) – Hand protection for debris/hot engines.
  • 1x Duct Tape Roll – For temporary hoses or bodywork repairs.

​​​​​​​Medical & Hygiene

  • 1x First Aid Kit – Basic supplies for minor cuts and scrapes.
  • 3x Moist Towelettes – For cleaning hands after repairs.

Storage

  • 1x Heavy-Duty Backpack (Red) – Portable "Grab-and-Go" carrier.
  • Mountain Pass and Backcountry Driving Ideal for drivers crossing elevation where a tow is hours out and cell coverage is not assumed. Food bars, water pouches, and a solar sleeping bag turn a breakdown into a wait rather than an exposure event.
  • Rural Highway Commuting For drivers whose route runs through open country between towns. Jumper cables and a tow rope allow self-rescue or helping the next person stopped, because the next person may be the only help available.
  • Hunters and Backcountry Access Suited to anyone driving forest roads to a trailhead or camp. The backpack carries out on foot if the vehicle cannot, which a trunk organizer cannot do.
  • Winter Overnight Exposure For drivers stranded when the engine dies in freezing temperatures. The aluminized sleeping bag reflects body heat, addressing hypothermia as a survival problem rather than a comfort one.
  • Roadside Repairs in the Dark For drivers working on a shoulder at night. The twelve-volt spot light, flashlight, and light stick cover both the work and the signal to oncoming traffic.
  • Weight: ~13 lbs
  • Bag Type: Backpack (Red)
  • Food/Water Shelf Life: 5 Years (from date of manufacture)
  • Fire Extinguisher: Class BC (Flammable Liquids/Electrical)
  • Origin: Assembled in USA (Mayday Industries)
📖 Official Resource
Step-by-Step Field Manual
Learn how to properly deploy and stage this equipment in a crisis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the Mountain Road Warrior include food and water when most auto kits don't?

Unlike standard roadside kits that focus only on mechanical repairs, the Mountain Road Warrior (SKU AA02) is designed for remote or mountainous breakdowns where rescue may take hours. It includes 2,400 calorie food bars and three emergency water pouches with 5-year shelf life to sustain you and passengers during extended wait times. In rural areas with poor cell reception or winter conditions, this survival-grade nutrition can be critical if you're stranded overnight or the engine dies in freezing temps.

Can the Mountain Road Warrior handle both engine fires and winter hypothermia scenarios?

Yes. This 22-piece kit bridges mechanical and survival needs with a Class BC fire extinguisher for flammable liquid and electrical fires, plus a solar sleeping bag and waterproof poncho to prevent hypothermia. The aluminized sleeping bag reflects body heat if you're forced to wait outside the vehicle, while the poncho keeps you dry during repairs. It's the only backpack-style auto kit combining fire suppression with cold-weather shelter in one portable system.

How is the Mountain Road Warrior different from a standard AAA roadside kit?

Standard kits assume help arrives quickly. The Mountain Road Warrior assumes you're on your own. It includes heavy-duty jumper cables and a tow rope for self-rescue, a reflective triangle and distress banner for visibility to rescue crews, plus an auto spotlight (12V plug-in) and flashlight for nighttime repairs. The 13-lb backpack design lets you carry the entire kit away from a disabled vehicle if needed—critical for overlanding, rural highways, or areas where tow trucks may be 2+ hours away.

Will the Mountain Road Warrior fit in a truck bed toolbox or SUV cargo area?

Yes. The kit is housed in a heavy-duty red backpack weighing approximately 13 lbs, making it easy to store in truck beds, SUV cargo areas, or behind seats. The backpack format also allows quick transfer between vehicles or hands-free carrying if you need to hike for help. Unlike bulky plastic cases, the soft-sided design adapts to tight storage spaces while keeping all 22 items organized and grab-and-go ready.

Is the Mountain Road Warrior suitable for fleet vehicles or commercial drivers in remote areas?

Absolutely. This kit is ideal for fleet compliance and driver safety in rural/mountain routes. It includes OSHA-relevant items like work gloves, first aid supplies, and a fire extinguisher, plus survival essentials (food, water, warmth) that protect drivers during multi-hour strandings. The 5-year shelf life on food and water reduces replacement frequency, and the backpack format ensures drivers can evacuate with the kit if the vehicle becomes unsafe. Perfect for utility crews, delivery fleets, or any operation in areas with limited roadside assistance.

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