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Posted: 11/3/2013 11:33:12 AM EDT
What pack does the Hive recommend as a general purpose all in one solution? I'm currently looking at -
5.11 72 hour Rush Pack 
If any of you have some advise beyond Google, it would be appreciated. Thanks. |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 11:39:34 AM EDT
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Posted: 11/3/2013 11:42:23 AM EDT
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What do you want to use the pack for? That will help with advice on what type of pack might be best for you.
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Posted: 11/3/2013 11:46:52 AM EDT
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Posted: 11/3/2013 11:47:43 AM EDT
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I like Maxpedition for around town.
I have a TAG 3-day assault pack if I was going to the field |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 11:51:25 AM EDT
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Tactical style get a surplus unless you want to spend a lot of money
Just backpacking, go civilian. They are generally better, light packs |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 11:53:01 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryThat is a little extreme, not planning on wondering off in the desert. |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 11:54:58 AM EDT
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Posted: 11/3/2013 11:55:33 AM EDT
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Quoted: What pack does the Hive recommend as a general purpose all in one solution? I'm currently looking at - 5.11 72 hour Rush Pack http://images2.opticsplanet.com/365-240-ffffff/opplanet-5-11-tac-rush-72-bckpck-realtree-xtra-1-sz-56138-302-1sz-v2.jpg If any of you have some advise beyond Google, it would be appreciated. Thanks. |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 11:55:59 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Lol go ruck. Quote HistoryCamelbak trizip is a good pack but more than the 5.11
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Posted: 11/3/2013 11:56:50 AM EDT
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Please IM me when you find the ''all solution one''.
Thank you. |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 11:58:44 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
Please IM me when you find the ''all solution one''. Thank you. 
G7000 That is the grandson of the classic TerraPlane |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:04:26 PM EDT
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:07:55 PM EDT
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An old school Alice pack with a frame is hard to beat, imho. I have one, along with a complete surplus ILBE and a couple Walmart el-cheapo Fieldline packs.
- The Alice is light and will hold everything I want to carry and is reasonably durable. I would like to send it off to Tactical Tailor to have them do their mods to it, though. - The Fieldlines are actually decent packs for the money. I currently use one to tote all my guitar related crap to and from practice and it's holding up just fine, but they're made in China, so I do have reservations about them. But my local WM had them on clearance for $30, so I went ahead and bought them. - The ILBE is a heavy SOB. I was fascinated with them when I first heard about them, but after having it for awhile, I realize it's just too heavy for what it is. Sure it has some cool features, but damn.... |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:08:15 PM EDT
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Eberlestock
J79 skycrane with a scabbard is the closest thing I have heard of to an all in one pack solution. Scalable from 1800 cu up to over 8000. |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:12:39 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Eberlestock J79 skycrane with a scabbard is the closest thing I have heard of to an all in one pack solution. Scalable from 1800 cu up to over 8000. Anyway he wants something more casual, would like to see a skycrane |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:13:46 PM EDT
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I have a bunch of packs, this is the best all around:
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:16:52 PM EDT
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I have a bunch of packs, this is the best all around: http://www.tacticaltailor.com/modularoperatorpack.aspx I have an urban operator pack, and I like it a lot. +1. |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:22:27 PM EDT
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I use a 5.11 Rush 12 when I need something tiny with good organization.
ATS RAID pack when I need something to live out of for several days. I slap a few TT pouches on the MOLLE and it's great. One size does not fit all. |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:22:48 PM EDT
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Camelbak makes good packs. Had an older BFM 500 that did 12 months in Afghanistan carrying some heavy ass loads(Fit 60 .5l bottles of water in it). Camelbak is a good option.
Actually have a newer BFM in DCU as well. My next pack is going to be this: http://www.greyghostgear.com/packs/h20-pack 
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:24:27 PM EDT
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I have an old 'Swiss Gear' bag..it's so awesome. Have carried QuickCrete bags in it and had it for about 6yrs, carried axes on it, shovels dangling off it etc..
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:27:00 PM EDT
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eta: to be acquired inexpensively on the E-bay |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:27:15 PM EDT
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And weighs like 10 pounds Anyway he wants something more casual, would like to see a skycrane Quote HistoryQuoted:
Quoted:
Eberlestock J79 skycrane with a scabbard is the closest thing I have heard of to an all in one pack solution. Scalable from 1800 cu up to over 8000. Anyway he wants something more casual, would like to see a skycrane If you need a smaller lighter pack you just pull the G1 out and use it with or without the scabbard. Thats down below gunslinger size IIRC. It weighs like 4lbs. Yeah if you use everything the weight is over 10 but that's and 8000 cu in pack. There are lighter packs out there for sure, but he said "all in one". 
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:28:18 PM EDT
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Kifaru for tactical.
Seriously, you really need to ensure the frame fits you or is adjustable. I do a lot of hiking, I like Osprey and Deuter packs as well. When you are going to have 10+ mile days you want something that fits and is light. The tactical bags are automatically going to be heavier. |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:30:24 PM EDT
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Quoted:
What pack does the Hive recommend as a general purpose all in one solution? I'm currently looking at - 5.11 72 hour Rush Pack http://images2.opticsplanet.com/365-240-ffffff/opplanet-5-11-tac-rush-72-bckpck-realtree-xtra-1-sz-56138-302-1sz-v2.jpg If any of you have some advise beyond Google, it would be appreciated. Thanks. Solution to what? |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:32:19 PM EDT
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I have an Eagle A-III and my issued assault pack. Both work great. You can get a lot of shit in the assault pack and you can find them cheap online. I've also heard nothing nut good reviews on the ATS raid bags.
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:35:43 PM EDT
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http://www.oakley.com/products/kitchen-sink-backpack
Just...fuckin everything. I have everything in one...
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:36:16 PM EDT
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I have good luck with camelbak packs.
http://shop.camelbak.com/store/landing.aspx?categoryid=757 |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:41:39 PM EDT
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Depends on what you want it for.
I've got a medium Alice pack with frame that carries everything I need. No, it's not a tacticool tier one setup but it works for me. Just make sure you don't get more pack than you have the stamina to carry with all your gear. |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:42:39 PM EDT
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Older Model Camelbak BFM, 5.11 Rush12, Newer Model Camelbak BFM
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:47:03 PM EDT
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Some of these "tactical" packs are obscenely heavy.
It matters. Look for something that is just strong enough, but as light as possible. I would focus on the volume (size) you want. The next important feature is how well (comfortable) the pack carries the weight. This can be difficult to establish without buying and trying, but can be gleaned from the internet. Next is weight then cost and features and ruggedness. Try to minimize the mass of webbing, it looks cool, but is not kool to lug after hours of suffering. |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 12:51:00 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted:
http://www.mysteryranch.com/g7000-fgr-lrg.jpg G7000 That is the grandson of the classic TerraPlane Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Please IM me when you find the ''all solution one''. Thank you. http://www.mysteryranch.com/g7000-fgr-lrg.jpg G7000 That is the grandson of the classic TerraPlane Nice pack, when I need 7000 ci without a scabbard I 'll keep that in mind. 
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Posted: 11/3/2013 1:00:29 PM EDT
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Oh yeah, I forgot I also have a Cabela's medium sized pack. Cant remember the model name, but it's the one that you can strap a rifle to the back of and has a little day pack that clips over it. It's also a good sturdy pack that isn't too heavy.
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Posted: 11/3/2013 1:04:57 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If you need a smaller lighter pack you just pull the G1 out and use it with or without the scabbard. Thats down below gunslinger size IIRC. It weighs like 4lbs. Yeah if you use everything the weight is over 10 but that's and 8000 cu in pack. There are lighter packs out there for sure, but he said "all in one". http://www.eberlestock.com/j79%20medley%20sm.jpg Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: NQuoted: Eberlestock J79 skycrane with a scabbard is the closest thing I have heard of to an all in one pack solution. Scalable from 1800 cu up to over 8000. Anyway he wants something more casual, would like to see a skycrane If you need a smaller lighter pack you just pull the G1 out and use it with or without the scabbard. Thats down below gunslinger size IIRC. It weighs like 4lbs. Yeah if you use everything the weight is over 10 but that's and 8000 cu in pack. There are lighter packs out there for sure, but he said "all in one". http://www.eberlestock.com/j79%20medley%20sm.jpg |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 1:29:33 PM EDT
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Yea there really is no such thing as a pack that'll work for everything, we would need a bit more input as to what you'd use it for to make a good suggestion. A relatively simple top loader would be the "best" choice for a lot of things, but if you need to be able to get at anything you are carrying with relative ease, it would be terrible.
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Posted: 11/3/2013 1:33:35 PM EDT
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My wife bought that Rush backpack for a trip to Europe last year. Its a really nice bag actually, and a good bit lighter than the Maxpedition stuff I usually like.
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Posted: 11/3/2013 1:43:38 PM EDT
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http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/CONDOR-II-BACKPACK-12p106.htm
I got my son a Maxpedition Condor II for a school bag. It's overkill, but I like that. It's a lot smaller than I thought it's be but it's good for EDC. I wouldn't try to disappear into the hills with it. |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 3:08:48 PM EDT
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I actually just picked up a Kelty Courser 40. It's a 40 liter or 2500 cubic inch hiking bag. This is an overall pretty good pack. It's definitely not the lightest out there but I only paid $60 for it. This is my 3rd Kelty pack & they are built pretty tough. I usually can find a pretty decent deal on kelty as well. Deuter, osprey, & others make good packs that are lighter, but you will definitely pay a premium for them.
It really boils down to what is your intended use of the backpack is. |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 3:13:01 PM EDT
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Spec Ops THE pack is awesome. I have 2.
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Posted: 11/3/2013 6:18:58 PM EDT
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I use a 5.11 covrt 18 and it is excellent. Very comfortable, has a concealment pocket with velcro attachment for 5.11's holster, lots of pocket, and a hidden MOLLE panel in the outside pocket.
5.11 Covrt 18 |
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Posted: 11/3/2013 6:35:16 PM EDT
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All the brands mentioned so far are well made.
Go finger fuck some and see which one you like best. |
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