Lifesystems Adventurer First Aid Kit
- Sep 21, 2025
- 2 min read
Overview
The Lifesystems Adventurer First Aid Kit is a compact, lightweight medical kit designed for solo travellers, hikers, and backpackers. It covers the essentials for treating common outdoor injuries—such as cuts, grazes, blisters, sprains, and minor burns—while remaining small enough to slip into a backpack or day bag. The kit comes in a tough ripstop bag with a water-resistant zip and clearly organized compartments, making it easy to quickly find what you need in an emergency.
This kit sits between Lifesystems’ smaller pocket kits and larger expedition kits, making it a good all-round choice for day hikes, weekend camping, and general travel where space and weight matter.
Strengths
Compact & Lightweight At under 400g, it’s easy to carry without feeling like extra bulk. Ideal for backpackers and travellers who count every gram.
Well-Organized Layout The internal compartments keep items neatly separated and easy to access in a hurry.
Durable Outer Case The tough ripstop fabric with water-resistant zips and carrying handle provides good protection for the contents.
Covers a Wide Range of Minor Injuries Includes plasters, dressings, bandages, antiseptic wipes, safety pins, scissors, tweezers, and blister treatments—covering most common outdoor medical needs.
Good Value for Size & Content Strikes a balance between weight, completeness, and cost.
Refillable & CustomisableEasy to add personal medications or swap in extra items to tailor the kit to your needs.
Weaknesses
Not Comprehensive for Longer Expeditions While great for short trips, it lacks advanced gear for more serious injuries or extended remote travel.
Limited to Basic First Aid No advanced tools (splints, CPR mask, trauma supplies) beyond essentials.
Space for Extras is Limited If you want to carry additional medications, large dressings, or specialist gear, the compact size can feel restrictive.
Consumables Need Replacing Some included items (plasters, wipes, bandages) get used quickly and must be restocked often.
Not WaterproofThe case is water-resistant, but not fully waterproof—so best stored in a drybag in very wet environments.
Product Details
Specification | Detail |
Brand | Lifesystems |
Model | Adventurer First Aid Kit |
Weight | ~330–370 g (varies slightly by version) |
Dimensions | Approx. 16 × 14 × 8 cm |
Case Material | Ripstop nylon with water-resistant zips |
Kit Contents (Typical) | Assorted plasters, wound dressings, sterile wipes, adhesive tape, bandages, blister plasters, safety pins, scissors, tweezers, gloves, guidance leaflet |
Best Use | Hiking, trekking, backpacking, general travel |
Refillable | Yes, with standard first aid supplies |
Carrying Method | Zip case with carry handle |
Colour | Red with white medical cross design |
Target User | Solo adventurers, hikers, backpackers, general travellers |
