Let's see your pack!

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allen456

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I got a new kick back in early December. I found an older LL Bean Rucksack and decided to re-wax it. Fun little project. I had been using Maxpedition packs, but I am not to big into the tactical movement. Over the holidays, I ended up ordering a Frost River Mesabi Range Pack for EDC. I absolutely love it! So, my LL Bean is now my camp bag and the FR Mesabi is my EDC like I said. Let's see your pack!

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FR IR mini

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nice pack!

This opens a whole can of worms for me. I have been commuting via bicycle and/or motorcycle for 30+ years now so packs have been a way of life for a long time not even counting the outdoor uses. The top Chrome packs were my normal bicycle packs (need a laptop daily) but the 5.11 bag is more often my daily bag these days. The old model Camelbak is my short trip day bag, the FR has become my overnight or longer day trip bag (especially if I am carrying for the kids as well), and the Gregory that was given to me many years ago has had the most multiple night use although that may change as I somewhat streamline my load. (I did sneak a couple of knives in there just...because :))

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Nice pic. :thumbup:

Hmmm, I see a trend here. I wonder if it is an example of six degrees of separation?

I have enjoyed waxed cotton stuff for a awhile now. Started with a Barbour jacket, then some Filson, even the middle Chrome pack in my picture above is waxed cotton. Then I found out about Duluth packs and Frost River. Every one of my waxed cotton items is still going strong. You just have to ignore the odor. ;)
 
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Nice pic. :thumbup:

Hmmm, I see a trend here. I wonder if it is an example of six degrees of separation?

I have enjoyed waxed cotton stuff for a awhile now. Started with a Barbour jacket, then some Filson, even the middle Chrome pack in my picture above is waxed cotton. Then I found out about Duluth packs and Frost River. Every one of my waxed cotton items is still going strong. You just have to ignore the odor. ;)
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I love it!!


Maybe i'm weird though.
 
I'm still rocking a Maxped Sitka as my EDC and travel bag. I'll probably keep it that way for a while. It's an ideal airport/traveling bag for me. I definitely want one of those Frost River mini's for woods walking though. [emoji106]
I'll post pics when I can. Haven't had much time for pictures lately.


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Great looking packs guys. I definitely see the trend of canvas. I know more of you have packs, post them up!
 
This is my travel pack. It easily fits under the seat in front of me on a plane and being able to access the inside without taking it off comes in super handy. I definitely want one of the Frost River packs for my woods wandering though. [emoji106]

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USA Made Topo Designs Klettersack. They now have a more old school canvas and leather version as well.
 
I am totally loving all the old school canvas and the Klettersack.

As my screen-name implies, I am into rock climbing. While I don't wear a pack 98% of the time I am on the rock, I always have an "approach" pack with me to carry my gear when I go out. Since the approaches often require scrambling and some 4th class climbing, I always use an alpine pack. Depending if I am going trad climbing (placing my own gear) or sport climbing (using gear that is already fixed on the route), I will carry a large or small pack. The pack in the pic is my favorite small pack for sport, day hikes or peak bagging. It is made by hand in Portland by a small company called CiloGear and I have had it since 2008. Despite a few holes (my fault) and a lot of scuffs, every seam is still secure and I don't hesitate to use it regularly.

The backpack market is not that different from the knife market. There is a lot of cheap shit out there. Personally, I think that it is worth it to pay a few dollars more for a product that works (a lot of packs seem to be designed for looks and not function) and will last more than a few weekends. I am also more than willing to pay a few extra $s for something that is actually made in the USA by a company that really cares about its customers and stands behind its products.

Anyway, here is a pic of my CiloGear 30L and my cpm-154 WAS Badger in a Nix sheath. All three products are built by craftsmen and I am proud to own them!

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