Which pack for XMas wishlist?

P-man · October 28, 2009, 09:05 PM

I'm thinking about putting a backpack on my XMas wishlist this year and am wondering which one(s) to consider.

I like the idea of an external frame that can also be used by itself, like a Medium ALICE pack, but I didn't like the weight and bulk of the ALICE pack when I had one.

I would prefer to get away from zippers if possible, or get a pack with good quality zippers if it has any.

This pack would be used for a possible BOB, hiking/camping and be expected to handle heavy use!

Thanks for any/all recommendations!

wetdawg · October 29, 2009, 05:01 PM

Take a look at it. Fold-down load shelf, extra tall external frame, pack slides off of frame easily - you can substitue in blaze orange meat carrier - it's versatile! I have found the two large outside pockets very handy, and the main cargo pouch is huge!
Best of all, it's light, and has a great waist/hip support belt.

October 28, 2009, 09:05 PM	#1
P-man Member Join Date: December 29, 2001 Location: Grand Forks, ND, USA Posts: 30	Which pack for XMas wishlist? I'm thinking about putting a backpack on my XMas wishlist this year and am wondering which one(s) to consider. I like the idea of an external frame that can also be used by itself, like a Medium ALICE pack, but I didn't like the weight and bulk of the ALICE pack when I had one. I would prefer to get away from zippers if possible, or get a pack with good quality zippers if it has any. This pack would be used for a possible BOB, hiking/camping and be expected to handle heavy use! Thanks for any/all recommendations! __________________ Plainsman [email protected] http://plainsmanscabin.yuku.com/

October 29, 2009, 05:01 PM	#2
wetdawg Member Join Date: February 12, 2007 Location: St Matthews, KY Posts: 33	Cabela's Alaskan Take a look at it. Fold-down load shelf, extra tall external frame, pack slides off of frame easily - you can substitue in blaze orange meat carrier - it's versatile! I have found the two large outside pockets very handy, and the main cargo pouch is huge! Best of all, it's light, and has a great waist/hip support belt. __________________ THE NAKED TRUTH! There has never been an enemy soldier killed with: A Basketball, A Volley Ball, A Bowling Ball, A Tennis Ball, A Boxing Glove, A Baseball, A Football, A Golf Ball...This has always been the task of an accomplished MARKSMAN!!!