Need help with a Pack

• Jun 17, 2014

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Curtis.mullin

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I have a bag from a military W.A.L.K. kit that is a great bag but there is no support to the bag. Does anyone have any ideas on creating an internal frame for the bag? I have been looking online and come up with nothing other than adding a foam sleeping pad internally. Here is a pic of what they look like.

 

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• Jun 17, 2014

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Bambistew

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How about strapping it on an external frame, or a "hybrid" type frame like MR NICE or a Kifaru?

 

• Jun 17, 2014

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Curtis.mullin

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I've looked at that option but there is no good mounting point. I can stitch into the pack if I have too but then I start worrying about durability if I load the pack up. I have used them loaded overseas loaded with a litter and other items that brought the weight up over 60lbs and it did really well. For comfort though I would like to some how rig it so that it is more comfy over long trips.

 

• Jul 28, 2014

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you could just strap it to this

http://www.kelty.com/p-272-cache-hauler-frame-only.aspx?category=backpacks

 

• Jul 28, 2014

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This might work:

http://www.eberlestock.com/miva/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=E1&Product_Code=AGIF&Category_Code=

 

• Jul 28, 2014

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Here is another option. I have this with the accompanying bag and love it. If you look around you anfind great deals on this frame setup. http://www.alpsoutdoorz.com/outdoorz/products/packs/commander

 

• Jul 28, 2014

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SFC B said:

Here is another option. I have this with the accompanying bag and love it. If you look around you anfind great deals on this frame setup. http://www.alpsoutdoorz.com/outdoorz/products/packs/commander

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I second this. I have this setup and love it. It can't be beat for the price range. Amazon has the pack and bag available for $111 w/ free shipping.

 

• Jul 29, 2014

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Another cheap, but well reviewed alternative is to pick up a USMC ILBE off ebay. Often times the whole thing can be had for under $75. From all the reviews I've read, they are heavy packs, but durable and carry heavy loads well. Look for the Gen II that was designed and built by Arcteryx.

 

• Jul 29, 2014

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Curtis.mullin

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I have never used the USMC gear just the Army ALICE and then the MOLLE Ruck when we switched patterns, but I will keep my eyes open. Thanks

 

• Jul 29, 2014

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http://www.amazon.com/ILBE-Main-Pac...UTF8&qid=1406636761&sr=8-1&keywords=usmc+ilbe

ebay is a good source for even cheaper prices, but you might have to be patient.

 

• Jul 29, 2014

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Whatever you come up with, I hope we get to put it to good use this fall!