I am trying as hard as I can to keep my BOB light weight. Infact, it isn't too bad at 31 lbs loaded, including back pack and shelter (thanks thereisnospoon). Add another 14 lbs. for my chest rig. and you have a reasonable load. (My back pack for work weighs 25 lbs.)
I don't carry alot of extra clothing, especially in the summer. I will be carrying a set of poly pros in the winter. All year around I will have 1 pair nylon pants, 1 extra pair of undies, 2 pairs of socks, and one extra T shirt.
In the winter, I don't plan on having an extra coat or alot of extra clothes in my pack. If I am running out the door, I have a bag ready to go with cold weather clothing that I can grab if I am not properly attired. My plan is to be properly clothed when I leave the house. My coat is in the closet by the door as well as my insulated boots.
Tell me where I am wrong. What do you consider essential for survival in any climate?
I know I am asking really basic questions, but believe that its critical to re-examine my equipment on a regular basis. Especially on easy days at home like today.