Tuff Possum Gear makes rugged, USA-built carry systems for folks who treat gear like a lifeline, not a fashion accessory. The TPG EDC Trauma Kit Trifold is one of their newest pieces of gear and is worth a look. Their designs favor grit over glam, built for bushcrafters, hikers, and everyday adventurers who demand reliability in the wild.
Standouts include the Shackleton EDC Satchel for hauling daily essentials, the Cordage Wrangler for taming paracord chaos, and the Micro Kit Pouch for stashing tools without bulking up. If you live by “fix it yourself, carry it smart,” Tuff Possum’s gear speaks your language. Loud, harsh, and ready to roll.
The Tuff Possum Gear EDC Trauma Kit Trifold
If your first aid kit feels like a brick in your bag, you’ll probably leave it behind—and regret it later. The Trauma Kit Trifold solves that by packing critical “stop the bleed” gear into a slim, everyday-carry-friendly pouch. It fits in a backpack, satchel, purse, coat pocket, or glovebox.
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Tuff Possum designed this for serious action. It holds a CAT or SOF-T tourniquet in the outer loop. You can stash two packs of wound-packing gauze and Hyfin Compact chest seals inside. Tuck nitrile gloves under the flap for good measure. Dual snaps and rugged Squadron laminate keep everything secure.
Need it fast? Access is a breeze when seconds count. Laser-engraved “FIRST AID” markings help you spot it in a flash. It’s compact, capable, and perfect for those who want to stay smart, not bulky.
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The EDC Trauma Kit Trifold measures approximately 7 by 7 inches and tips the scales at 2.8 ounces empty. Plus, it’s proudly crafted in the USA using all-American materials. However, there’s room to customize it and add your preferred life-saving gear!
MSRP: $38.00
Rusch 28 Meets EDC Trauma Kit Trifold
I handed the Trauma Kit Trifold to a good friend, Marc Heflich, who is a Marine, EMT, and knows his stuff. I asked him to load it with what he would consider trauma, “stop the bleed” gear.
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Besides the intended gear for which Tuff Possum built the Trifold Roll, he added a Rusch 28 tube. A Rusch 28 is a flexible nasal airway tube that helps semi-conscious patients breathe without triggering the dreaded gag reflex. Medics slide it through the nose to open the airway fast—ideal when a mouthpiece isn’t an option. Made from soft Mediprene® or PVC, it bends easily and inserts gently thanks to its beveled tip.
The flared end keeps it from vanishing down the throat during the procedure. Most come sterile and individually wrapped, with surgical lube included to smooth the ride. Some models even feature adjustable flanges for a snug, secure fit.
The “28” refers to its French size—bigger number, bigger diameter, bigger airflow. It’s a go-to tool for field medics and trauma pros who need reliable airway access without the drama.
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Pneumothorax Treatment in the Trauma Kit
Marc also added a needle for pneumothorax, similar to the ARS. It has a similar size and 14 gauge by 3.24 inches. A decompression needle, like the ARS, punches through chest pressure when a lung collapses and starts crowding the heart. Medics use it to relieve tension pneumothorax—a fancy term for “your chest turned into a balloon and it’s not funny.”
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The needle vents trapped air, giving the lung room to re-expand and the heart space to keep beating properly. Its long, sturdy design reaches the pleural space fast, even through muscle and gear. The capless flash chamber confirms placement instantly, so you’re not guessing while someone’s life hangs in the balance.
It’s a small tool with a big job: turning a deadly pressure cooker into a breathable moment of relief. When seconds count, the ARS needle gives trained hands a fighting chance to keep someone alive and breathing.
If those two additions aren’t life-saving and must-haves for a Trauma Kit, I don’t know what is!
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