Bug out challenge

[AbleGuy]

This is truly a “Once In A Lifetime Opportunity.”

Here’s a really great deal for the totally hardcore and committed doomsday prepper....a decommissioned Titan II Missile Silo with living quarters for sale out in the desert on 12 acres near Tucson Arizona, listed just this weekfor just $400,000. In 2016, one of these sold here for about $1.5 mil!

But, buyer beware....it does need a wee bit of fixing up to make it fully livable!


But all you need to do to dave yourself and your family when we see the zombie horde approaching in the distance is slam those huge thick steel doors shut and lock them up tight. And, it’s almost invisible to spot from the air too:



Here’s what this silo probably looked like in the height of the Cold War:

 

[shade]

I've been in a repurposed Atlas E complex. If you want security, it's hard to go wrong with a missile silo as long as it's not filled with hazmat surprises or some major structural problems. That one outside Tucson might sell quick as long as it isn't packed with asbestos and contaminated rocket fuel, but the overhead photo makes me wonder if the hatch is majorly screwed up.

 

[luthj]

The core issue with any underground complex, is that your ventilation source better be well hidden, otherwise a small fire and some charcoal is enough to kill everyone inside in a few hours.

Though owning one might be pretty cool. Rock climbing wall in the silo, multi-level mega-raves. I wonder what internet options are available...

 

[shade]

The core issue with any underground complex, is that your ventilation source better be well hidden, otherwise a small fire and some charcoal is enough to kill everyone inside in a few hours.

Though owning one might be pretty cool. Rock climbing wall in the silo, multi-level mega-raves. I wonder what internet options are available...

I think the original ventilation systems were pretty good, but they might need some work after decades of neglect.

Climbing walls, bungee jumping, swimming pool or koi pond, secure time-out room for wayward children - lots of possibilities. A visit down the road to the Titan Missile Museum could help with decorating ideas.

 

[vintageracer]

One of these and I believe it is this one have been for sale for a LONGTIME!

LOT'S of issues making rehab very expensive!

 

[shade]

One of these and I believe it is this one have been for sale for a LONGTIME!

LOT'S of issues making rehab very expensive!

I don't doubt it. Cold War tech and an unlimited budget could make some impressive structures and long term problems.

Here's a map of the sites:

 

[luthj]

Anything underground like that needs a specialist engineer to evaluate it. Ventilation along is a significant issue, water ingress, radon. Lots of reinforced concrete is an issue as well. It tends to creep over time, and can sudden collapse. Especially if it was built "Cold-war military style" which is as fast as possible with max profit margin for the contractor.

Personally I think a nice cabin cut into the side of a hill would be good. Natural water source nearby, easy access, some arable land would be great too.

 

[shade]

Anything underground like that needs a specialist engineer to evaluation. Ventilation along is a significant issue, water ingress, radon. Lots of reinforced concrete is an issue as well. It tends to creep over time, and can sudden collapse. Especially if it was built "Cold-war military style" which is as fast as possible with max profit margin for the contractor.

I get it. Use the silo as a trap for marauders, and live in a Sprinter out back.

 

[luthj]

Sounds like a good setting for a post apocalyptic horror movie actually.

 

[shade]

Sounds like a good setting for a post apocalyptic horror movie actually.

@Scott Brady stars in Overland Journal Production's first feature film:

Legitimate ExPo Guy: Silo of Death - "We're going to need a bigger skottle."

I'd pay to see that.

 

[Dirt Rider]

Saw an interesting the other day in the LA times about what would happen if LA had a similar earthquake to Christchurch in NZ, Don't think many of those who live there would be going anywhere any time soon, which brings up the subject of sheltering in place and how long you would last? I have 5 gallons of water and about 2 weeks worth of food, after that it would get tough. Thinking water would be the issue more than food. How much water should a person plan for ?

 

[buellconvert]

I had the misfortune of being stationed at Minot AFB in North Dakota and assigned to civil engineering we performed maintenance on these sites...it seems like a nice secure locale once the sky falls, but it wouldn't even be on my radar for a place I'd want to take over once Uncle Sam vacates, it's not a pretty sight

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[shade]

Saw an interesting the other day in the LA times about what would happen if LA had a similar earthquake to Christchurch in NZ, Don't think many of those who live there would be going anywhere any time soon, which brings up the subject of sheltering in place and how long you would last? I have 5 gallons of water and about 2 weeks worth of food, after that it would get tough. Thinking water would be the issue more than food. How much water should a person plan for ?

The problem is that unless you have a source to replenish your supply, water will eventually run out. The trick is to determine how long you'll need to hold out before service in some form is restored, or how much water you'll need to get out of the urban death trap created by millions of people living in a small desert space. That's a game I'll never play.

I had the misfortune of being stationed at Minot AFB in North Dakota and assigned to civil engineering we performed maintenance on these sites...it seems like a nice secure locale once the sky falls, but it wouldn't even be on my radar for a place I'd want to take over once Uncle Sam vacates, it's not a pretty sight

But at least the wind never stops blowing. Ever.

 

[Leonmac]

I have read this thread and have to think to myself you guys have been watching WAY to many Zombie films. I live in a country surrounded buy water, fault line running its entire length and volcano's everywhere. Yes I agreed you need to prepare for Natural events buy having good supplies of food and water in your homes and a plan if you need to evacuate. I do have a 4x4 and camping gear and could survive for a while. If I lived in a big city like LA i would probably tend to think like you guys but I think this started out as a look at your vehicles because that is what the OP was trying to start but has ended up as an end of the world
discussion which is kinda depressing. I haven't seen one photo of a vehicle other than the Dodge at the start, I was hoping to see some cool trucks. Just my opinion guys let see some cool trucks that can sustain the occupants off grid. Cheers Leon (NZ)

 

[shade]

I was hoping to see some cool trucks. Just my opinion guys let see some cool trucks that can sustain the occupants off grid.

I'm not sure what would meet those qualifications past the general array of "cool trucks" regularly on display on ExPo. I'm not trying to be obtuse, but you can't eat or drink a truck, and fueling one "off-grid" isn't a simple proposition, either. Before long, moving around in a vehicle hits some hard limits when it comes to standalone sustainability.