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Posted: 3/14/2015 11:19:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ATXSniper:
Ares Armor Aspis Plate Carrier with double decker HSGI pouches. All in A-Tacs FG. New HSGI Slim grip belt with A-Tacs Au gear. <a href="http://s1294.photobucket.com/user/atxsiper/media/aspis_zps0yn4f9sj.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i1294.photobucket.com/albums/b617/atxsiper/aspis_zps0yn4f9sj.jpg</a> <a href="http://s1294.photobucket.com/user/atxsiper/media/slimbelt2_zpsvhm5ztmo.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i1294.photobucket.com/albums/b617/atxsiper/slimbelt2_zpsvhm5ztmo.jpg</a> I do like that slim line. I just ordered the the standard HSGI Today from SKD we see how it goes. |
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Posted: 3/15/2015 3:48:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RescueGunner:
Get a Mission Configurable Helmet Cover. It's awesome. All of the Ops Core goodness for an ACH without having to drill for anything since it's all attached to the cover. They come in a bunch of different colors. http://www.ops-core.com/images/product/ACH-MICH/MCHC_Gen1.jpg http://www.ops-core.com/product.cfm?Product_ID=111&Category_ID=5& It installs like a normal helmet cover. It uses double sided Velcro tabs to secure the cover to the hook circles inside your current helmet. The pads then go right on top. The shroud and arc rails have molded backers on the inside of the helmet cover that get sandwiched between the cover and the helmet to provide rigidity to the shroud and arc rails. They don't move once the cover is installed. It also comes with an extra screw and nut and has a hole through the cover right where you would normally mount your current single hole plate so you can fill the hole in your helmet and add more security to your cover. http://i58.tinypic.com/6od4d1.jpg http://i58.tinypic.com/bfg775.jpg Also of interest, apparently there is an ACH kit Ops Core is getting ready to release that you may want to check out as well. http://www.ops-core.com/ACH_Upgrade_Kit_P113C5.cfm Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RescueGunner:
Originally Posted By dayphotog:
Originally Posted By GIR-101:
Originally Posted By CT83578:
New guy here. Small JPC. -ATS triple -TT smoke IFAK -Canteen -Eagle M4 -LBT utility -TT M4 (inside cummerbund) -Eagle M4 (inside cummerbund) I'm new, young, and dumb. I'd appreciate commentary. Canteen is there because a hydro is hard to drive with (or is it? This is a SHTF rig); need a smaller knife; getting AR500 8x10 plates when I get a job. I'm not a Hobbit, it's just I wasn't careful in a trade and came up with a tactical bra. http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_101841_zpswoadrxxk.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102242_zpsbuncaarh.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102253_zpsoy9476xb.jpg And my unknown brand MICH that was in the sandbox with NSW. I want NODs. Has an OpsCore H-Nape and a mix of ZAP and stock pads. http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102314_zpsobrqa6wp.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102324_zpslrwjrpuq.jpg http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll18/CT83578/20150306_102330_zpsjmflsp2d.jpg Cheers. 
Fix'd  oh man I want that nvg shroud 
I have a single hole helmet and standard norotos plate..it makes my pvs-14 sad 
Get a Mission Configurable Helmet Cover. It's awesome. All of the Ops Core goodness for an ACH without having to drill for anything since it's all attached to the cover. They come in a bunch of different colors. http://www.ops-core.com/images/product/ACH-MICH/MCHC_Gen1.jpg http://www.ops-core.com/product.cfm?Product_ID=111&Category_ID=5& It installs like a normal helmet cover. It uses double sided Velcro tabs to secure the cover to the hook circles inside your current helmet. The pads then go right on top. The shroud and arc rails have molded backers on the inside of the helmet cover that get sandwiched between the cover and the helmet to provide rigidity to the shroud and arc rails. They don't move once the cover is installed. It also comes with an extra screw and nut and has a hole through the cover right where you would normally mount your current single hole plate so you can fill the hole in your helmet and add more security to your cover. http://i58.tinypic.com/6od4d1.jpg http://i58.tinypic.com/bfg775.jpg Also of interest, apparently there is an ACH kit Ops Core is getting ready to release that you may want to check out as well. http://www.ops-core.com/ACH_Upgrade_Kit_P113C5.cfm wow thanks, I may just make my own! never thought about mounting the 3 hole shroud to the cover with a backing!!!! I have been waiting for that other shroud too with no luck. I have the rails already (well msa ones) |
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Posted: 3/15/2015 5:36:52 PM EDT
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Posted: 3/15/2015 8:34:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By vdmsr:
Direct Action Messenger Bag. http://i.imgur.com/clWqqbX.jpg http://vdmsr.blogspot.com/2015/03/direct-action-messenger-bag.html How you like the mag pouches? |
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Posted: 3/15/2015 9:16:01 PM EDT
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Gear porn pic, training with friends
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Posted: 3/15/2015 10:16:04 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Currahee:
Gear porn pic, training with friends http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v453/currahee/gearx3_zpsdhwek0aj.jpg 
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FL, USA
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Posted: 3/16/2015 10:45:08 AM EDT
[Last Edit: TheDishDoc]
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FNG here. I'll play.
Not sure why pics are not showing up directly? |
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Posted: 3/16/2015 11:21:22 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TheDishDoc:
FNG here. I'll play. http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b251/thedishdoc/Plate%20Carrier/Plate%20Carrier%20Stand_zpsywjmcya7.jpg http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b251/thedishdoc/Plate%20Carrier/Plate%20Carrier_zpsdlxm179w.jpg http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b251/thedishdoc/Plate%20Carrier/Battle%20Belt_zpsl1lk1kr3.jpg http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b251/thedishdoc/Plate%20Carrier/IFAK_zpspdwozofl.jpg Not sure why pics are not showing up directly? The pics aren't showing up because of your post count, only team members can see the image in the post. That being said, looks like a really good start, I take it that you plan to remove the belt to use your IFAK? Also, your gear cross looks really good, I like how you've got your knee pads set in the middle. |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 3/16/2015 3:37:03 PM EDT
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I'm able to get the IFAK with the belt on. It's velcro backed and comes off. I ran it on my left side for awhile but it was always hitting door frames and crap. Thanks for the kind words about the gear stand. I should have built that along time ago.
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Posted: 3/16/2015 6:21:00 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 1fromtx:
How you like the mag pouches? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 1fromtx:
Originally Posted By vdmsr:
Direct Action Messenger Bag. http://i.imgur.com/clWqqbX.jpg http://vdmsr.blogspot.com/2015/03/direct-action-messenger-bag.html How you like the mag pouches? The fact that they are ambi and accept various types mags as well as fit various types of applications are a huge plus. Not many mag pouches fit into this category. |
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Posted: 3/17/2015 10:04:53 AM EDT
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My cobbled together chest rig for submission. I had a split front Tactical Tailor chest rig that was never quite what I wanted, so I used one panel, sewed on some different attachment points, added a OSOE H harness, and voila. Left to right, ATS GP pouch, HSGI Soft Taco with ATS Med Insert, 2 HSGI Double Decker Tacos stacked on two single Tacos (Total of 4 rifle mags), and the small pouch on the strap is a BFG Ultralight Ten Speed dump pouch. |
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Posted: 3/18/2015 2:51:14 AM EDT
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A few Blow Out Kits of different sizes:
All contain:4" or 6" Izzy Bandage, Combat gauze, Halo or Bolin Chest Seals, CAT TQs, NAR decomp needles, NPA/lube, Nitrile Gloves. 
LBT-1476A 3 DAP used as a Med Bag with a whole slew of items: 
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Posted: 3/18/2015 4:54:28 AM EDT
[Last Edit: IronBalaclava]
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Posted: 3/18/2015 8:21:39 AM EDT
[#14]
Good shit, Iron.
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GA, USA
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Posted: 3/18/2015 11:27:35 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By IronBalaclava:
Eagle Yote: Great 1 day/few hour pack for doing shit in humid ass weather. A couple extra Nalgenes in each ATS upright GP pouch and it's good to go. <a href="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/IronBalaclava/media/DSC01500%20edit_zpst6as7a8c.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01500%20edit_zpst6as7a8c.jpg</a> <a href="http://smg.photobucket.com/user/IronBalaclava/media/DSC01550%20edit_zpsljujmd4v.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01550%20edit_zpsljujmd4v.jpg</a> sweet! |
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LA, USA
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Posted: 3/18/2015 1:28:38 PM EDT
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No plate carriers, helmets, or war belts for me. I make all my own gear out of kydex and am continually getting better at it. I have a bunch of packs, though.
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CO, USA
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Posted: 3/18/2015 3:22:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DAVE_M:
No plate carriers, helmets, or war belts for me. I make all my own gear out of kydex and am continually getting better at it. I have a bunch of packs, though. https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8614/16430889790_73edacbf0b.jpg https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8617/16561675499_7c980e0499_z.jpg Those holsters are phenomenal. I had to pull my mouth off the floor. And Kelty makes awesome gear. 
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Posted: 3/18/2015 7:11:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By matticuski: Those holsters are phenomenal. I had to pull my mouth off the floor. And Kelty makes awesome gear. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By matticuski: Originally Posted By DAVE_M: No plate carriers, helmets, or war belts for me. I make all my own gear out of kydex and am continually getting better at it. I have a bunch of packs, though. https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8614/16430889790_73edacbf0b.jpg https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8617/16561675499_7c980e0499_z.jpg Those holsters are phenomenal. I had to pull my mouth off the floor. And Kelty makes awesome gear. 110% agreed. |
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Posted: 3/18/2015 7:55:20 PM EDT
[Last Edit: IronBalaclava]
[#19]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Good shit, Iron. Thanks RT.
Here's my EDC: a Mystery Ranch ASAP 1 day/overnight pack with the Futura frame system. The 2 ATS upright GP Pouches on the side are for Nalgene bottles-always gotta' have enough water. Dana and the guys at Mystery Ranch just get it when it comes to design, comfort, suspension and load distribution. This my favorite general purpose pack for work and lugging around: 
ETA: Pouchs are as follows: Tactical Tailor E&E/Survival Horizontal pouch-Usual survival stuff 1x Mystery Ranch Med. Flat Bag-general IFAK 1X Mystery Ranch Med. Flat Bag-2 pairs of socks,1 pair drawers and T-shirt 1X Mystery Ranch Small Flat Bag-minimalist Hygiene kit 1X Paraclete triple pistol mag pouch 1 pair of OR Paclite Goretex pants 1X Sea to Summit med. Dry compression bag-extra clothes.soft shell or Goretex. Not pictured: HSGI Bleeder Pouch(BOK) T3 NOD pouch(PVS-14) 
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Posted: 3/19/2015 8:37:55 AM EDT
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New slick rig, Crye JPC.
I used to hate on Crye because airsoft kids go so nuts for it, but this is definitely a nice PC. Now I'm thinking of trying the CAGE. |
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Posted: 3/19/2015 9:34:34 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By CT-Shooter:
New slick rig, Crye JPC. <a href="http://s95.photobucket.com/user/riceslayer302/media/IMG_20150315_200301706_zpsq0xb5pvl.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l133/riceslayer302/IMG_20150315_200301706_zpsq0xb5pvl.jpg</a> I used to hate on Crye because airsoft kids go so nuts for it, but this is definitely a nice PC. Now I'm thinking of trying the CAGE. Never mind the BB shooters.
Crye makes great stuff. The JPC is my favorite minimalist rig. I try to run it as bare bones as possible. 2X ESAPI Level 4 plates. 2X Velocity Systems IIIA Kevlar Plate Backers 5 mags, a Leatherman, Surefire Z2 light, mini Blow out kit/TQ, a couple chem lights, batteries, ear pro, pen and pad. Motorola XTS series radio/PTT (not usually necessary) 
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Posted: 3/19/2015 12:33:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By IronBalaclava: Thanks RT. Here's my EDC: a Mystery Ranch ASAP 1 day/overnight pack with the Futura frame system. The 2 ATS upright GP Pouches on the side are for Nalgene bottles-always gotta' have enough water. Dana and the guys at Mystery Ranch just get it when it comes to design, comfort, suspension and load distribution. This my favorite general purpose pack for work and lugging around: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01502_zpsvlgnkk6r.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01509_zpsbficawsl.jpg ETA: Pouchs are as follows: Tactical Tailor E&E/Survival Horizontal pouch-Usual survival stuff 1x Mystery Ranch Med. Flat Bag-general IFAK 1X Mystery Ranch Med. Flat Bag-2 pairs of socks,1 pair drawers and T-shirt 1X Mystery Ranch Small Flat Bag-minimalist Hygiene kit 1X Paraclete triple pistol mag pouch 1 pair of OR Paclite Goretex pants 1X Sea to Summit med. Dry compression bag-extra clothes.soft shell or Goretex. Not pictured: HSGI Bleeder Pouch(BOK) T3 NOD pouch(PVS-14) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01511_zpstshrpo6u.jpg Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By IronBalaclava: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Good shit, Iron. Thanks RT. Here's my EDC: a Mystery Ranch ASAP 1 day/overnight pack with the Futura frame system. The 2 ATS upright GP Pouches on the side are for Nalgene bottles-always gotta' have enough water. Dana and the guys at Mystery Ranch just get it when it comes to design, comfort, suspension and load distribution. This my favorite general purpose pack for work and lugging around: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01502_zpsvlgnkk6r.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01509_zpsbficawsl.jpg ETA: Pouchs are as follows: Tactical Tailor E&E/Survival Horizontal pouch-Usual survival stuff 1x Mystery Ranch Med. Flat Bag-general IFAK 1X Mystery Ranch Med. Flat Bag-2 pairs of socks,1 pair drawers and T-shirt 1X Mystery Ranch Small Flat Bag-minimalist Hygiene kit 1X Paraclete triple pistol mag pouch 1 pair of OR Paclite Goretex pants 1X Sea to Summit med. Dry compression bag-extra clothes.soft shell or Goretex. Not pictured: HSGI Bleeder Pouch(BOK) T3 NOD pouch(PVS-14) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01511_zpstshrpo6u.jpg Is MR not the best shit out? Love my new Komodo + NICE Day Pack Lid. |
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Posted: 3/19/2015 2:17:43 PM EDT
[#23]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Is MR not the best shit out? Love my new Komodo + NICE Day Pack Lid. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By IronBalaclava:
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Good shit, Iron. Thanks RT.
Here's my EDC: a Mystery Ranch ASAP 1 day/overnight pack with the Futura frame system. The 2 ATS upright GP Pouches on the side are for Nalgene bottles-always gotta' have enough water. Dana and the guys at Mystery Ranch just get it when it comes to design, comfort, suspension and load distribution. This my favorite general purpose pack for work and lugging around: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01502_zpsvlgnkk6r.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01509_zpsbficawsl.jpg ETA: Pouchs are as follows: Tactical Tailor E&E/Survival Horizontal pouch-Usual survival stuff 1x Mystery Ranch Med. Flat Bag-general IFAK 1X Mystery Ranch Med. Flat Bag-2 pairs of socks,1 pair drawers and T-shirt 1X Mystery Ranch Small Flat Bag-minimalist Hygiene kit 1X Paraclete triple pistol mag pouch 1 pair of OR Paclite Goretex pants 1X Sea to Summit med. Dry compression bag-extra clothes.soft shell or Goretex. Not pictured: HSGI Bleeder Pouch(BOK) T3 NOD pouch(PVS-14) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01511_zpstshrpo6u.jpg Is MR not the best shit out? Love my new Komodo + NICE Day Pack Lid. I've owned a bunch of rucks and packs and MR's suspension/frame(Futura) with or without the BVS systems are bar none, the most comfortable I've used to date for day in day out treks. I imagine the NICE frames are equally as comfortable and balanced. After owning the 3DAP and the ASAP, my primary packs will always be Tri-Zips. So much better with the super quick access to your gear. The front zippers are beefy as hell and I am yet to hear about somebody blowing one out. I scrolled back a couple of pages and seen your review on the Komodo. Looks like I might have to spring for one of those as well for a longer distance sustainment pack in the future
I'll post a brief photo review of the 3DAP later when time allows. |
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Posted: 3/20/2015 11:55:43 AM EDT
[#24]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By IronBalaclava: I've owned a bunch of rucks and packs and MR's suspension/frame(Futura) with or without the BVS systems are bar none, the most comfortable I've used to date for day in day out treks. I imagine the NICE frames are equally as comfortable and balanced. After owning the 3DAP and the ASAP, my primary packs will always be Tri-Zips. So much better with the super quick access to your gear. The front zippers are beefy as hell and I am yet to hear about somebody blowing one out. I scrolled back a couple of pages and seen your review on the Komodo. Looks like I might have to spring for one of those as well for a longer distance sustainment pack in the future I'll post a brief photo review of the 3DAP later when time allows. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By IronBalaclava: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Originally Posted By IronBalaclava: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Good shit, Iron. Thanks RT. Here's my EDC: a Mystery Ranch ASAP 1 day/overnight pack with the Futura frame system. The 2 ATS upright GP Pouches on the side are for Nalgene bottles-always gotta' have enough water. Dana and the guys at Mystery Ranch just get it when it comes to design, comfort, suspension and load distribution. This my favorite general purpose pack for work and lugging around: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01502_zpsvlgnkk6r.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01509_zpsbficawsl.jpg ETA: Pouchs are as follows: Tactical Tailor E&E/Survival Horizontal pouch-Usual survival stuff 1x Mystery Ranch Med. Flat Bag-general IFAK 1X Mystery Ranch Med. Flat Bag-2 pairs of socks,1 pair drawers and T-shirt 1X Mystery Ranch Small Flat Bag-minimalist Hygiene kit 1X Paraclete triple pistol mag pouch 1 pair of OR Paclite Goretex pants 1X Sea to Summit med. Dry compression bag-extra clothes.soft shell or Goretex. Not pictured: HSGI Bleeder Pouch(BOK) T3 NOD pouch(PVS-14) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01511_zpstshrpo6u.jpg Is MR not the best shit out? Love my new Komodo + NICE Day Pack Lid. I've owned a bunch of rucks and packs and MR's suspension/frame(Futura) with or without the BVS systems are bar none, the most comfortable I've used to date for day in day out treks. I imagine the NICE frames are equally as comfortable and balanced. After owning the 3DAP and the ASAP, my primary packs will always be Tri-Zips. So much better with the super quick access to your gear. The front zippers are beefy as hell and I am yet to hear about somebody blowing one out. I scrolled back a couple of pages and seen your review on the Komodo. Looks like I might have to spring for one of those as well for a longer distance sustainment pack in the future I'll post a brief photo review of the 3DAP later when time allows. Iron, I'm planning to add those same ATS pouches to my Komodo. Do you find them roomy enough to be worth the space and weight they take up/add? |
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Posted: 3/20/2015 11:45:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Iron, I'm planning to add those same ATS pouches to my Komodo. Do you find them roomy enough to be worth the space and weight they take up/add? The ATS Upright small GP Pouches are 3"x8"x3", so kinda' depends what you plan on putting in them. If it's a Nalgene bottle, they fit PERFECT. However, a Nalgene won't fit if you're rocking some kind of Koozie over it(that water will be lukewarm to tea hot in a matter of hours anyway). 
This pic should give you an idea of how much wider they'll make your pack if you have them fully loaded, with one on each side: 
If you ain't carrying Nalgenes or other water bottles in them, this is generally about how much gear they'll hold: Gloves, Mosquito net, a beanie(Arc of course )
Lazer Brite light stick, hand sanitizer, Bug bite stick: 
Kinda hard to see in the pic, but there are 2 rows of PALs webbing and a couple anchor points for tying down sensitive shit inside the pouches, which is kinda' useful. They are constructed of lighter 500 Denier Cordura, which just kinda mooshes down when not in use. Overall, I find them essential add-ons for water/snivel shit if no other provisions come on the side of a pack. |
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Posted: 3/21/2015 12:04:25 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By IronBalaclava: The ATS Upright small GP Pouches are 3"x8"x3", so kinda' depends what you plan on putting in them. If it's a Nalgene bottle, they fit PERFECT. However, a Nalgene won't fit if you're rocking some kind of Koozie over it(that water will be lukewarm to tea hot in a matter of hours anyway). http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01626_zpshyvemuqq.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01628_zpsbzndpkzo.jpg This pic should give you an idea of how much wider they'll make your pack if you have them fully loaded, with one on each side: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01629_zps4lkwpqfg.jpg If you ain't carrying Nalgenes or other water bottles in them, this is generally about how much gear they'll hold: Gloves, Mosquito net, a beanie(Arc of course )Lazer Brite light stick, hand sanitizer, Bug bite stick: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01631_zpsq4hyi4jh.jpg Kinda hard to see in the pic, but there are 2 rows of PALs webbing and a couple anchor points for tying down sensitive shit inside the pouches, which is kinda' useful. They are constructed of lighter 500 Denier Cordura, which just kinda mooshes down when not in use. Overall, I find them essential add-ons for water/snivel shit if no other provisions come on the side of a pack. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By IronBalaclava: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Iron, I'm planning to add those same ATS pouches to my Komodo. Do you find them roomy enough to be worth the space and weight they take up/add? The ATS Upright small GP Pouches are 3"x8"x3", so kinda' depends what you plan on putting in them. If it's a Nalgene bottle, they fit PERFECT. However, a Nalgene won't fit if you're rocking some kind of Koozie over it(that water will be lukewarm to tea hot in a matter of hours anyway). http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01626_zpshyvemuqq.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01628_zpsbzndpkzo.jpg This pic should give you an idea of how much wider they'll make your pack if you have them fully loaded, with one on each side: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01629_zps4lkwpqfg.jpg If you ain't carrying Nalgenes or other water bottles in them, this is generally about how much gear they'll hold: Gloves, Mosquito net, a beanie(Arc of course )Lazer Brite light stick, hand sanitizer, Bug bite stick: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01631_zpsq4hyi4jh.jpg Kinda hard to see in the pic, but there are 2 rows of PALs webbing and a couple anchor points for tying down sensitive shit inside the pouches, which is kinda' useful. They are constructed of lighter 500 Denier Cordura, which just kinda mooshes down when not in use. Overall, I find them essential add-ons for water/snivel shit if no other provisions come on the side of a pack. Damn bro, MR and Arc? I think we might be best buds. I'm planning to use them to expand the capacity of my Komodo for extended weekend backpacking/hiking trips. I'll attach mine on the face of the pack on either side of the zipper and pull the NICE Lid down over them very much like the SATL is arranged. I figure I can keep my food, stove/mess, and other loose shit in there so I don't have to split the pack open and dig. They should fit perfectly in between the two compression straps.  |
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Posted: 3/21/2015 7:46:38 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Damn bro, MR and Arc? I think we might be best buds. I'm planning to use them to expand the capacity of my Komodo for extended weekend backpacking/hiking trips. I'll attach mine on the face of the pack on either side of the zipper and pull the NICE Lid down over them very much like the SATL is arranged. I figure I can keep my food, stove/mess, and other loose shit in there so I don't have to split the pack open and dig. They should fit perfectly in between the two compression straps. http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r249/RTUtah/FullSizeRender%203_zpsg8qtjrka.jpg Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Originally Posted By IronBalaclava:
Originally Posted By RTUtah:
Iron, I'm planning to add those same ATS pouches to my Komodo. Do you find them roomy enough to be worth the space and weight they take up/add? The ATS Upright small GP Pouches are 3"x8"x3", so kinda' depends what you plan on putting in them. If it's a Nalgene bottle, they fit PERFECT. However, a Nalgene won't fit if you're rocking some kind of Koozie over it(that water will be lukewarm to tea hot in a matter of hours anyway). http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01626_zpshyvemuqq.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01628_zpsbzndpkzo.jpg This pic should give you an idea of how much wider they'll make your pack if you have them fully loaded, with one on each side: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01629_zps4lkwpqfg.jpg If you ain't carrying Nalgenes or other water bottles in them, this is generally about how much gear they'll hold: Gloves, Mosquito net, a beanie(Arc of course )
Lazer Brite light stick, hand sanitizer, Bug bite stick: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01631_zpsq4hyi4jh.jpg Kinda hard to see in the pic, but there are 2 rows of PALs webbing and a couple anchor points for tying down sensitive shit inside the pouches, which is kinda' useful. They are constructed of lighter 500 Denier Cordura, which just kinda mooshes down when not in use. Overall, I find them essential add-ons for water/snivel shit if no other provisions come on the side of a pack. Damn bro, MR and Arc? I think we might be best buds. I'm planning to use them to expand the capacity of my Komodo for extended weekend backpacking/hiking trips. I'll attach mine on the face of the pack on either side of the zipper and pull the NICE Lid down over them very much like the SATL is arranged. I figure I can keep my food, stove/mess, and other loose shit in there so I don't have to split the pack open and dig. They should fit perfectly in between the two compression straps. http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r249/RTUtah/FullSizeRender%203_zpsg8qtjrka.jpg 
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Posted: 3/21/2015 6:28:16 PM EDT
[#28]
About to break this new pack in.
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Posted: 3/22/2015 9:41:24 AM EDT
[#29]
its changed slightly since but here is my rig
slick rig ft JPC 
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Posted: 3/22/2015 10:56:01 AM EDT
[#30]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By vdmsr: Direct Action Messenger Bag.  http://vdmsr.blogspot.com/2015/03/direct-action-messenger-bag.html |
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Posted: 3/22/2015 11:17:03 AM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Miami_JBT:
I must know about where to get the GI Joe patches Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Miami_JBT:
Originally Posted By vdmsr:
Direct Action Messenger Bag. http://i.imgur.com/clWqqbX.jpg http://vdmsr.blogspot.com/2015/03/direct-action-messenger-bag.html AFT Store |
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Posted: 3/23/2015 12:47:24 AM EDT
[#33]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By IronBalaclava: You've reached the 33rd degree of Gear Whoredom, Brah. You're now in the Brotherhood of the Mysterious Archaeopteryx! Mystery Ranch 3 DAP with BVS: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01514_zpsdvsctjiv.jpg Left side mounted DBT Admin Pouch for pens, crayons, ripped out coloring book pages and shit: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01521_zpskyojhc0s.jpg MR Stick-It panel. Great multipurpose add-on, for stowing shit that needs to be quickly accessible outside the pack: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01525_zps1na38vtj.jpg Great for stowing a bucket for night hiking. (and yeah, the NODs are attached just for the picture ):http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01528_zpsytmymc36.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01535-copy_zps3kydiuuc.jpg Looks tight, but there's still room for a PVS14, bladder, broke down MREs/Mountain House entrees, Jetboil/mess and a poncho liner: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01539_zpsvrblixns.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01541_zpsusjjg6sp.jpg Inside the pouches. Yeah I know, cotton fucking socks..............and Goretex boots  !:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01548_zpswu1g70n9.jpg Ripping out all the radio straps, webbing, and buckles the 3DAP comes with gives a bit more room. Also, the PALs webbing on the interior is a great place to mount some extra mag pouches..... http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01587_zpszhqzaley.jpg .......Which I realized are accessible, and stay put through the radio port at the top of the pack: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01582%20-%20Copy_zpsnbb9wnnz.jpg Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By IronBalaclava: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Damn bro, MR and Arc? I think we might be best buds. I'm planning to use them to expand the capacity of my Komodo for extended weekend backpacking/hiking trips. I'll attach mine on the face of the pack on either side of the zipper and pull the NICE Lid down over them very much like the SATL is arranged. I figure I can keep my food, stove/mess, and other loose shit in there so I don't have to split the pack open and dig. They should fit perfectly in between the two compression straps. You've reached the 33rd degree of Gear Whoredom, Brah. You're now in the Brotherhood of the Mysterious Archaeopteryx! Mystery Ranch 3 DAP with BVS: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01514_zpsdvsctjiv.jpg Left side mounted DBT Admin Pouch for pens, crayons, ripped out coloring book pages and shit: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01521_zpskyojhc0s.jpg MR Stick-It panel. Great multipurpose add-on, for stowing shit that needs to be quickly accessible outside the pack: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01525_zps1na38vtj.jpg Great for stowing a bucket for night hiking. (and yeah, the NODs are attached just for the picture ):http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01528_zpsytmymc36.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01535-copy_zps3kydiuuc.jpg Looks tight, but there's still room for a PVS14, bladder, broke down MREs/Mountain House entrees, Jetboil/mess and a poncho liner: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01539_zpsvrblixns.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01541_zpsusjjg6sp.jpg Inside the pouches. Yeah I know, cotton fucking socks..............and Goretex boots !:http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01548_zpswu1g70n9.jpg Ripping out all the radio straps, webbing, and buckles the 3DAP comes with gives a bit more room. Also, the PALs webbing on the interior is a great place to mount some extra mag pouches..... http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01587_zpszhqzaley.jpg .......Which I realized are accessible, and stay put through the radio port at the top of the pack: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v454/IronBalaclava/DSC01582%20-%20Copy_zpsnbb9wnnz.jpg Bravo. Nice detail on the mags pushed up through the radio wire port. Looks like I'm gonna take three days at the beginning of April and do a 42-miler on the AT. Gotta few odds and ends to pick up but I can't wait to get out there with the Komodo on my back. I'll lay it all out a few days before I leave. |
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Posted: 3/23/2015 6:42:23 AM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Looks like I'm gonna take three days at the beginning of April and do a 42-miler on the AT. Gotta few odds and ends to pick up but I can't wait to get out there with the Komodo on my back. I'll lay it all out a few days before I leave. Off topic: Which section? Loved hiking in that area. If you happen to run into a 6'3" thru-hiker going by the trail name, "Hercules," tell him his brother overseas says what's up. |
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Posted: 3/23/2015 9:21:49 AM EDT
[#35]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Firefighter503: Off topic: Which section? Loved hiking in that area. If you happen to run into a 6'3" thru-hiker going by the trail name, "Hercules," tell him his brother overseas says what's up. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Firefighter503: Originally Posted By RTUtah: Looks like I'm gonna take three days at the beginning of April and do a 42-miler on the AT. Gotta few odds and ends to pick up but I can't wait to get out there with the Komodo on my back. I'll lay it all out a few days before I leave. Off topic: Which section? Loved hiking in that area. If you happen to run into a 6'3" thru-hiker going by the trail name, "Hercules," tell him his brother overseas says what's up. Our route: Indian Grave Gap (TN) Iron Mountain Gap (NC) Clyde Smith Shelter (TN) Roan High Knob Shelter (NC) Overmountain Shelter (NC) We're basically straddling the TN/NC border the whole time. There's other waypoints on our route but those are the main ones. |
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LA, USA
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Posted: 3/23/2015 4:18:13 PM EDT
[#36]
I'm diggin' this pack so far. I have a small Condor pouch coming for the load lifter strap and I'll make a new sheath to accommodate it.
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Posted: 3/23/2015 4:43:05 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Bedouin2W]
[#37]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DAVE_M:
I'm diggin' this pack so far. I have a small Condor pouch coming for the load lifter strap and I'll make a new sheath to accommodate it. https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7605/16709599088_9c32f46203_z.jpg https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7644/16709772590_940ea5dec6_z.jpg I love that pack but I wish the mesh pockets on the bottom were from a studier material. One pocket is completely shredded and the other has some holes in it just from keeping a Nalgene bottle in them over the last 4 years ETA- Also the plastic buckle on the waist belt broke on me a few years ago. |
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LA, USA
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Posted: 3/24/2015 9:34:19 AM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bedouin2W:
I love that pack but I wish the mesh pockets on the bottom were from a studier material. One pocket is completely shredded and the other has some holes in it just from keeping a Nalgene bottle in them over the last 4 years ETA- Also the plastic buckle on the waist belt broke on me a few years ago. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bedouin2W:
Originally Posted By DAVE_M:
I'm diggin' this pack so far. I have a small Condor pouch coming for the load lifter strap and I'll make a new sheath to accommodate it. https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7605/16709599088_9c32f46203_z.jpg https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7644/16709772590_940ea5dec6_z.jpg I love that pack but I wish the mesh pockets on the bottom were from a studier material. One pocket is completely shredded and the other has some holes in it just from keeping a Nalgene bottle in them over the last 4 years ETA- Also the plastic buckle on the waist belt broke on me a few years ago. Idk if I'll use the mesh pockets much, on a pack this size, there isn't much quick access unless it's on your hip belt. I'm still in the search for a good pouch/pack to hang underneath on the webbing. |
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Posted: 3/24/2015 10:26:42 PM EDT
[Last Edit: coastwatcher]
[#39]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By TheDishDoc:
FNG here. I'll play. http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b251/thedishdoc/Plate%20Carrier/Plate%20Carrier%20Stand_zpsywjmcya7.jpg http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b251/thedishdoc/Plate%20Carrier/Plate%20Carrier_zpsdlxm179w.jpg http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b251/thedishdoc/Plate%20Carrier/Battle%20Belt_zpsl1lk1kr3.jpg http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b251/thedishdoc/Plate%20Carrier/IFAK_zpspdwozofl.jpg Not sure why pics are not showing up directly? What IFAK is that? |
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Posted: 3/26/2015 2:51:00 PM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
Bravo. Nice detail on the mags pushed up through the radio wire port. Looks like I'm gonna take three days at the beginning of April and do a 42-miler on the AT. Gotta few odds and ends to pick up but I can't wait to get out there with the Komodo on my back. I'll lay it all out a few days before I leave. Thanks,dude. Aww man, I'm a little jealous, that sounds awesome! I've always wanted to do the AT. Looking forward to a gear layout pic and an AT AAR. 
Pic Thread: HSGI Bleeder. These are real handy to have around even if not attached to gear('specially for work! ). Keep a couple around:
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SC, USA
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Posted: 3/26/2015 4:40:25 PM EDT
[#41]
I see all this nice gear. I see all these expensive packs filled with everything one might need, but no one ever has toilet paper.
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PA, USA
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Posted: 3/26/2015 5:55:01 PM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Justin803:
I see all this nice gear. I see all these expensive packs filled with everything one might need, but no one ever has toilet paper. Left hand?
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SC, USA
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Posted: 3/26/2015 6:42:38 PM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Caeser2001:
Left hand? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Caeser2001:
Originally Posted By Justin803:
I see all this nice gear. I see all these expensive packs filled with everything one might need, but no one ever has toilet paper. Left hand? I figured it would make your hand slippery when u go to reload? |
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Posted: 3/26/2015 7:23:02 PM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Justin803:
I see all this nice gear. I see all these expensive packs filled with everything one might need, but no one ever has toilet paper. spare socks, foo. |
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Posted: 3/26/2015 10:25:20 PM EDT
[#45]
No AT hike for me. Apparently the cat that organized it put a limit on how many bros can tag along and I didn't make the list. Whatevs.
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Posted: 3/27/2015 8:21:07 AM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By RTUtah:
No AT hike for me. Apparently the cat that organized it put a limit on how many bros can tag along and I didn't make the list. Whatevs. Sorry to hear that. Get out there and hike your own hike! I hiked through that area in 2011, and then again last year since I liked it so much. You may be better off for missing out. Norovirus has shown itself: My brother is in the northern half of the Smokies/Hot Springs area this week, after sh*tting his pants about 20 miles south of Gatlinburg, spending a day or two in the fetal position, and then finally crawling into town to get a hotel for a day or so and clean up..
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Posted: 3/27/2015 9:27:09 AM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Firefighter503: Sorry to hear that. Get out there and hike your own hike! I hiked through that area in 2011, and then again last year since I liked it so much. You may be better off for missing out. Norovirus has shown itself: My brother is in the northern half of the Smokies/Hot Springs area this week, after sh*tting his pants about 20 miles south of Gatlinburg, spending a day or two in the fetal position, and then finally crawling into town to get a hotel for a day or so and clean up.. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Firefighter503: Originally Posted By RTUtah: No AT hike for me. Apparently the cat that organized it put a limit on how many bros can tag along and I didn't make the list. Whatevs. Sorry to hear that. Get out there and hike your own hike! I hiked through that area in 2011, and then again last year since I liked it so much. You may be better off for missing out. Norovirus has shown itself: My brother is in the northern half of the Smokies/Hot Springs area this week, after sh*tting his pants about 20 miles south of Gatlinburg, spending a day or two in the fetal position, and then finally crawling into town to get a hotel for a day or so and clean up.. Haha, awesome. It's been ages since I did any AT hikes. I did about 70 miles total when I was in Scouts. The good news is I got every AT track imported into my MotionX app, along with all the Linville Gorge tracks. Gonna do some cool shit this spring/summer/fall. |
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Posted: 3/27/2015 12:17:11 PM EDT
[#48]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Justin803: I see all this nice gear. I see all these expensive packs filled with everything one might need, but no one ever has toilet paper.
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Posted: 3/27/2015 1:53:41 PM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ACPjunkie:
Pockets and the tops of socks are expendable Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ACPjunkie:
Originally Posted By Justin803:
I see all this nice gear. I see all these expensive packs filled with everything one might need, but no one ever has toilet paper. As are the bottoms of t-shirts. |
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Posted: 3/27/2015 10:33:52 PM EDT
[#50]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SiVisPacem:
As are the bottoms of t-shirts. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SiVisPacem:
Originally Posted By ACPjunkie:
Originally Posted By Justin803:
I see all this nice gear. I see all these expensive packs filled with everything one might need, but no one ever has toilet paper. As are the bottoms of t-shirts. Lightweights. I take it you cats have never been out in the bush for more than an hour. Long grass works well for an ass wipe. Take pains not to grab poison ivy, oak, or sumac, else you'll be sorry.
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