Posted: 1/5/2026 4:44:13 PM EDT
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Hey guys, I signed up for the " gritty soldier" roman legionnaire ruck ( 18 miles in 6 hours). I haven't done a timed long distance hike since the marine days. I currently own a smaller assault pack for regular hikes with my kids. For the ruck challenge, I'm looking at getting the USMC issued Filbe pack. Seems the best option for comfort, storage ( use other than rucks) , and has the external frame. Thoughts? If I was only doing a couple of miles I'd use my assault pack. But need something more robust for the longer stuff. |
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what are the requirements? I have both the ILBE and the FILBE. the former is MUCH more comfortable without armor/PC on whereas the latter is more comfy with armor/PC on. Ive got many hours under both fully loaded :) Both are huge if you only need a 3 day pack. Not sure what you have to carry. There are way more comfy 3-day size packs. |
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Originally Posted By jd2395: what are the requirements? Â I have both the ILBE and the FILBE. Â the former is MUCH more comfortable without armor/PC on whereas the latter is more comfy with armor/PC on. Â Ive got many hours under both fully loaded :) Both are huge if you only need a 3 day pack. Â Not sure what you have to carry. Â There are way more comfy 3-day size packs. I have an ILBE and it's a nice pack, just a heavy base weight. My favorite grab and go pack though is a mish mash. It's a medium ALICE on a MOLLE frame. Super comfortable, and a good size. |
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I should have added, the ruck has to weigh 45lbs. The issue with assault bags is the lack of external frame. At least that was my thinking. I also can't break the bank on a premium brand. I would like to use w/e bag I get for other rucks if various weights and other hiking/ camping trips. |
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if you are not wearing a PC, the ILBE (OG digital woodland) is a great pack and you can find new old stock on ebay still probably for cheap. adjustable frame, MOLLE, etc. I really like mine and have used it for multiple 5 day+ adventures. example: https://www.ebay.com/itm/177534941499?_skw=usmc+ilbe+pack&itmmeta=01KE85A11R1375TP7ZFPJZPYWY&hash=item2955e8393b:g:EOoAAeSwUfxpA7VR&itmprp=enc%3AAQAKAAAA8FkggFvd1GGDu0w3yXCmi1cWtJtL6MYCP2jzrfrRLYKscmaDzBLGT2Ua3PwsfHpbdyJC0GuwkUovyZbM%2FYzvifZRxPg8QU3t50aGHcOs0fKcQnaf5HZlQ0aKFWjCCY6%2BHg%2FifrzRrKcu3BwChK%2BlrQhdwuCsk51qQDbg0q65LUIobenL0JN4v5uEyWZpneDzQXTRNhF3pGJRlaqpRFN%2FPJeOKQwYnkNxVME3G3l72k1XR564WE5grMfPDtrtBLvdpUXC7nQ3Ho58uIkoRlVt1GqfLQOohCTpDUlM24oBOeoANFyBPCeXewpMO%2FL%2F8VgwVQ%3D%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR4SRqIXyZg |
