What packs do you folks use?

Anybody seen these?

Sabre Rucsacks

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The karrimor looks great!
If I only knew how to convert litres to cu.in.
Any U.S dealers??
 
Ask and you shall receive: WWW Unit Converter Select "Volume" under "Navigation" on the left. Enter the number of liters in the "Input" box. Select "cubic inches" from the "Output" list.

If you can not find a US dealer, don't be afraid to shop internationally. Sometimes you can find some good deals that way. For example, I got my GB Mini from the UK for $57 shipped to my door :cool: Here is a Currency Converter so you can get a good estimate of what will be charged against your credit card. Just enter Pounds or whatever currency the item is priced in and specify US Dollars as the output.
 
I've used Lowe Alpine for years, for day trips, the Camebaks are hard to beat. I recently got some packs from Spec Ops brand that are excellent. Their quality is amazing.
 
Originally posted by JDMSMBACPA
Ask and you shall receive: WWW Unit Converter Select "Volume" under "Navigation" on the left. Enter the number of liters in the "Input" box. Select "cubic inches" from the "Output" list.

Man, that's great, thank you.

I,v been carrying a Kelty Redwing 2400 cu.in. for the last five years in the dual roll of BOB/trekking pack. My only grief with it is that I can't use my hydration bladder . The suspension and padding on the frame are excellent.
Hmm..let me see..remove the straps from the CB, add velcro strips inside of Redwing, and to CB sleeve..
Damn! why didn't i think of that before!!
Ravenn...
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I've been using nothing but Kifaru packs for the last couple of years. I don't have an ATV or a horse or a helicopter so I pretty much walk wherever I go in the woods and they are far more comfortable than anything else I've tried. Arc'Teryx, North Face, Mountainsmith, they have all been decent packs but not nearly as comfortable as Kifaru. I can put one on and never have to adjust it halfway through a hike.

I just received a Maxpedition pack, a line that TAD Gear just started carrying. For the price the quality is pretty impressive but I haven't had a chance to take it out yet.
 
I use a Gregory Banshee 3,000 cu in. for day climbs in the Red River Gorge, KY and Gregory Robson Pro 5500 cu in. for multiday backpacking and climbing. It cinches down well for summer backpacking and opens up for winter backpacking. They are both great packs!!!:cool:
 
day hikes I use a Arc Teryx Bora 30. I love that thing. Great bag and perfectly water proof.

I've got a big Gregory that I picked up a few years ago for long hauls and have liked it.

I really am thinking of picking up a Becker Patrol Pack. It looks like the perfect bag for most of my situations.

For my EDC bag, I carry around a Filson tote bag, gotta love those things.
 
Currently I carry a 3-day Assault pack from Tactical Tailors. I like the construction of this pack and the fact that it is made in the good old USA. I also like the option of adding pouches to it.
I am considering picking up a Becker or something by London Bridge when I get home though.
Any thoughts on the London Bridge assortment?
 
I was lucky enough to find a Vaude brand "Yosemmetric" at Eastern Mountain Sports for an incredible $50.00. It's a medium size internal frame with sleeping bag compartment, map pockets, etc. It's even black and olive drab Cordura with some of the most comfortable shoulder straps I've ever used and a mesh lined back panel. I stitched some extra daisy chains on it to accept A.L.I.C.E. and M.O.L.L.E. gear. It was 50% off because it was the display model and the store wasn't carrying that style anymore.
 
Yes, the ARUC is too pricey for me too, I could probably afford the hipbelt and that's about it. I need one of those deals like PlaceKnives got! Interesting pack, though, you don't see too many new external designs coming out anymore. They've always retained their popularity with desert hikers.

Thanks 2knives for your support, I hope you enjoy the book, by all means post your comments once you've reviewed it.
 
Gregory - Recommended to me as the best pack for my backpacking trip in Gates of the Arctic National Park - Alaska. Above the Arctic Circle. My brother's a climber in Alaska. There are a lot of good packs though. Just pick what you like.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Gregory Mountain Products awarded significant backpack contract by the U.S. Marine Corps.

December 19, 2002 – Gregory Mountain Products, a Division of Bianchi International, was recently awarded a significant contract by the U.S. Marine Corps. to produce the backpack portion of the new Improved Load Bearing Equipment (ILBE) System. This backpack system will replace the current MOLLE backpack, and potentially will require the manufacturing of up to 200,000 units.

Two manufacturers were awarded contracts to produce 900 backpack systems for extensive field-testing. This system includes a backpack, detachable rucksack, and mortar pouches. Field-testing will commence in January 2003 and end in June of 2003. At the end of the field-testing period one manufacturer will be selected to produce backpacks for the duration of the contract.

Gregory's new ILBE backpack system incorporates suspension features currently used in their commercial packs, like the Adjust-A-Cant™ waist belt system and Flo-Form® II harness and waist belt padding. Certainly Gregory’s reputation for quality, durability and comfort while carrying heavy loads were key factors in their selection.

Gregory Mountain Products has successfully produced backpacks for the military for many years. Currently the company produces the SPEAR UM21 system that was used extensively in Operation Enduring Freedom, and was built to meet the stringent requirements of the U.S. Special Forces. The backpack system is part of the U.S. Government Body Armor Load Carry Program (BALCS) and consists of three components. These three, the backpack, patrol pack and butt pack have been configured to customize the load for specific mission requirements.

Since 1977, Gregory packs have been world-renowned for their durability, fit, comfort and performance. Using a CAD/CAM system and precision technology, the Gregory R&D team, headed by Gregory founder Wayne Gregory, continues to lead the way in innovative backpack technology and design.
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In my experience, the brand/type doesn't matter much for small loads (under 20-25#)--just look for quality (e.g. double, triple, etc. stitching, taped seams, etc.) materials, and the features you want. For big loads, I would go with McHale or Kifaru.
 
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