Dirtytires
Explorer
Right on
backpack vs rucksack
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Dirtytires
Explorer
Most Rucksacks are waterproof..MOST backpacks are not.:drool:
Jimmeh
Think'n with me dipstick!
I've got a cheap $40 hunting pack that I use to carry most of my work stuff with me (I drive a propane truck, so along with paperwork and stuff, I also have my work laptop, all the necessary cords, GPS unit with cord, phone stuff, ton of work envelopes and things and writing utensils, post its, etc. all in the pack) and it has worked great. Brand name is Hideaway and it even came with a water bottle and a fanny pack that I do actually use for hunting when I take all my work stuff out of the pack, lol.
IMHO:
When you say rucksack I assume (and you know what happens when you assume) military surplus. A backpack is meant for backpacking/ camping. A book bag/ school bag/ daypack is meant for carrying mundane things or maybe a day hike in a park. We won't get into my opinion of fanny packs.
When you say rucksack I assume (and you know what happens when you assume) military surplus. A backpack is meant for backpacking/ camping. A book bag/ school bag/ daypack is meant for carrying mundane things or maybe a day hike in a park. We won't get into my opinion of fanny packs.
HillbillyfromAL
Explorer
As a Grunt this is what I learnt too. However, I have to say that my Eberlestock G4 Operator is far better than the old ALICE pack. The new plastic moulded ruck sucks. It only takes breaking the frame on a Jump to figure that out real fast. At least when you bent the old ones it could be kicked/jumped on until it would work. I got my experience in Iraq.
cobound
Adventurer
Red Oxx ruck
Got one, love it...lifetime warranty.
I carry two pistols, mags galore, ammo, ear protection...list goes on!
B
Got one, love it...lifetime warranty.
I carry two pistols, mags galore, ammo, ear protection...list goes on!
B
rolando
Observer
I have this one (http://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/products/swig-laptop-backpack/1914252) and love it.
PaulJensen
Custom Builder
My everyday bag is the same as my travel around the world bag...It came from Tactical Tailor in Washington State...It's a simple large daypack design...Of course the stuff they make is made in the U.S.A...They do custom work too, if you ask nicely...
WeLikeCamping
Explorer
Perhaps a murse is what you really need - or an assistant.
I walk to work on a regular basis and carry a 15" laptop and usually a binder or two as well - I swear by Tom Bihn products and use both the Empire Builder (shoulder style bag) and the Smart Alec (rucksack/ backpack style.) My laptop contains everything for my job and the level of protection afforded by the Tom Bihn bags is hard to beat (when you use the Brain Cell inside your bag.) These bags aren't cheap, but they will last a lifetime - not to mention made right here in Seattle!
http://www.tombihn.com
http://www.tombihn.com
Hilldweller
SE Expedition Society
Satchel?
Indiana Jones carried a satchel....
Whatever you want to call it, get something you want and will use.
Some of the bags suggested so far look a little, ummm, European or something. Do you want to carry that around?
Wouldn't you rather have something that makes a statement about you? A positive one?
Get a good bag, a lifetime bag, a legacy bag, one that gets more beautiful with time and use. One that you'll will to your progeny, one that they'll fight over when you're dead...
www.saddlebackleather.com/
Indiana Jones carried a satchel....
Whatever you want to call it, get something you want and will use.
Some of the bags suggested so far look a little, ummm, European or something. Do you want to carry that around?
Wouldn't you rather have something that makes a statement about you? A positive one?
Get a good bag, a lifetime bag, a legacy bag, one that gets more beautiful with time and use. One that you'll will to your progeny, one that they'll fight over when you're dead...
www.saddlebackleather.com/