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jeepinbanditrider · 11-26-2007, 06:36 PM

Need some advice. My wife is getting deployed to Iraq in Jan. She'll be on Al Asad the whole time shouldn't be any trips outside the wire or anything. She just needs something that she could throw a days or so worth of "stuff" since the barracks are a pretty good clip away from the work areas.

I want to get her something that will last and it has to be avaliable in "Coyote" tan so I was leaning towards Maxpedition they have some good looking bags but only a few aren't the "gearslinger" types. She needs one that is actually like a pack/backpack.

I was thinking about these they aren't to bad price wise

http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/...&idproduct=145

http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/...&idproduct=106

http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/...&idproduct=110

rupert · 11-26-2007, 06:54 PM

She should have an issue desert bag...or atleast they used to do it :0

Out of those 3 I would pick the 3rd one. I like how its expandable.

In the military, clothing and sales store at the PX they sell these black bags, I think they are called "bug out bags" or maybe thats just the name us Army guys gave it. They are great, Ive owned 2. She will have access to the PX where she is going.

**Se2002** · 11-26-2007, 07:04 PM

Love Maxpedition stuff. Built to really last.

jeepinbanditrider · 11-26-2007, 07:22 PM

Her unit is a Reserve unit (she's a full time reservist) and she told me they are issuing them the old ALICE packs for the deployment. Yeah she will have access to the PX but the PX on Carswell JRB trys to cover all the braches and they don't exactly have a lot of "field" gear like I have access to out here in the LeJeune area. There are some packs here locally I'm looking at but I think she will be getting a suprise in the mail in a week or two. I'm just going to get her one of the Maxpedition Day packs but am having a hard time deciding which one.

**Fennellco** · 11-26-2007, 07:27 PM

http://www.kifaru.net/MGmaraud.htm

Stuff built to last

jeepinbanditrider · 11-26-2007, 07:31 PM

Quote:

Base Price: $287.00

HAHAHAHA.

Nice pack but I've got bills to pay

For the price of that pack I could get us BOTH Maxpedition packs and have money left over for a Maxpedition MURSE!!!

AKpredator · 11-26-2007, 07:36 PM

Eagle industries makes this and some other neat ones. I have a Becker Patrol Pack. Had it for 20 years now. Still use it all summer and a fair amount in the winter.

Escape and Evade Pack

List Price: $151.78

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Product Description: Designed and built expressly for Blackhawk crews, the Escape and Evade Pack (HS EE 160) is a CamelBak® compatible "grab and go" mini backpack that fits between the pilots and carries the emergency necessities for survival.
• Four interior compartments for fast access to food, water, medical supplies, and signal devices.
• Carry handles for fast extraction from the aircraft.
• Backpack shoulder straps for hands-free fast movement.
• Shoulder straps and back have lightly padded Cool Max®, fabric for coolness and comfort; this may be your only pillow for a few days.
• Shoulder Straps stow neatly behind the back pad for easy and efficient storing.
• The small holds a 50 oz. CamelBak®
• The large holds a 100 oz CamelBak®
Dimensions(HS-EE160): 13.5 x 9 x 5 = 607.5 cu. in Dimensions(HS-EE160-L): 18 x 9 x 5 = 810 cu. in

• Made in the USA
• Lifetime Guarantee

Plinkomatic · 11-26-2007, 08:49 PM

I got a Molle from majorsurplus.com which I like but would NOT recommend for heavy use. Zippers are thick but not accurate and plastic and the cords they are attached to are so-so. Seams are single stitched. The brand is Voodoo. Inexpensive, but not high quality.

jeepinbanditrider · 11-26-2007, 09:22 PM

Right now I'm torn between the Falcon-II and the Condor-II

Tiburon65 · 11-27-2007, 05:32 AM

Max is good stuff and durable, take a look at Camelbak hydration packs, depends on how much stuff she wants to pack plus you got hydration.

PM me if you want a Max bag, I have a buddy that sells them and will see about getting you a deal. shipping my be a little slow but prices are good.

PS. tell her thanks for doing her turn in the sandbox.

11-26-2007, 06:36 PM	#1
jeepinbanditrider XDTalk 4K Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineral Wells, Tx Posts: 4,162	Wife needs a Daypack for IRAQ Need some advice. My wife is getting deployed to Iraq in Jan. She'll be on Al Asad the whole time shouldn't be any trips outside the wire or anything. She just needs something that she could throw a days or so worth of "stuff" since the barracks are a pretty good clip away from the work areas. I want to get her something that will last and it has to be avaliable in "Coyote" tan so I was leaning towards Maxpedition they have some good looking bags but only a few aren't the "gearslinger" types. She needs one that is actually like a pack/backpack. I was thinking about these they aren't to bad price wise http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/...&idproduct=145 http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/...&idproduct=106 http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/...&idproduct=110 __________________ Stuff USPSA-A59201

11-26-2007, 06:54 PM	#2
rupert XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 890	She should have an issue desert bag...or atleast they used to do it :0 Out of those 3 I would pick the 3rd one. I like how its expandable. In the military, clothing and sales store at the PX they sell these black bags, I think they are called "bug out bags" or maybe thats just the name us Army guys gave it. They are great, Ive owned 2. She will have access to the PX where she is going. __________________ Be Polite, Be Professional, Be Prepared to Kill War Is Sweet To Those Who Have Never Fought XD 9 Service (1000+ Rounds) XD 9 Sub Compact (300+ Rounds) XD 40 Service (3000+ Rounds) (Traded) XD 40 Tactical (Sold)

11-26-2007, 07:04 PM	#3
Se2002 XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: ALABAMA Posts: 624	Love Maxpedition stuff. Built to really last. __________________ If the prospect of having your thumb hit by the bolt is unacceptable do not attempt to load your Garand.

11-26-2007, 07:22 PM	#4
jeepinbanditrider XDTalk 4K Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineral Wells, Tx Posts: 4,162	Her unit is a Reserve unit (she's a full time reservist) and she told me they are issuing them the old ALICE packs for the deployment. Yeah she will have access to the PX but the PX on Carswell JRB trys to cover all the braches and they don't exactly have a lot of "field" gear like I have access to out here in the LeJeune area. There are some packs here locally I'm looking at but I think she will be getting a suprise in the mail in a week or two. I'm just going to get her one of the Maxpedition Day packs but am having a hard time deciding which one. __________________ Stuff USPSA-A59201

11-26-2007, 07:27 PM	#5
Fennellco XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 441	http://www.kifaru.net/MGmaraud.htm Stuff built to last __________________ CFR's Publication for the North American Union http://www.cfr.org/publication/8104/ Every normal man must be tempted at times to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats. - Henry Lewis Mencken, 1880 - 1956

11-26-2007, 07:36 PM	#7
AKpredator XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 394	Eagle industries makes this and some other neat ones. I have a Becker Patrol Pack. Had it for 20 years now. Still use it all summer and a fair amount in the winter. Escape and Evade Pack List Price: $151.78 > More Images > E-mail a Friend > Bookmark Page Product Description: Designed and built expressly for Blackhawk crews, the Escape and Evade Pack (HS EE 160) is a CamelBak® compatible "grab and go" mini backpack that fits between the pilots and carries the emergency necessities for survival. • Four interior compartments for fast access to food, water, medical supplies, and signal devices. • Carry handles for fast extraction from the aircraft. • Backpack shoulder straps for hands-free fast movement. • Shoulder straps and back have lightly padded Cool Max®, fabric for coolness and comfort; this may be your only pillow for a few days. • Shoulder Straps stow neatly behind the back pad for easy and efficient storing. • The small holds a 50 oz. CamelBak® • The large holds a 100 oz CamelBak® Dimensions(HS-EE160): 13.5 x 9 x 5 = 607.5 cu. in Dimensions(HS-EE160-L): 18 x 9 x 5 = 810 cu. in • *Made in the USA* • Lifetime Guarantee

11-26-2007, 08:49 PM	#8
Plinkomatic XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Posts: 1,232	I got a Molle from majorsurplus.com which I like but would NOT recommend for heavy use. Zippers are thick but not accurate and plastic and the cords they are attached to are so-so. Seams are single stitched. The brand is Voodoo. Inexpensive, but not high quality.

11-26-2007, 09:22 PM	#9
jeepinbanditrider XDTalk 4K Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineral Wells, Tx Posts: 4,162	Right now I'm torn between the Falcon-II and the Condor-II __________________ Stuff USPSA-A59201

11-27-2007, 05:32 AM	#10
Tiburon65 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 427	Max is good stuff and durable, take a look at Camelbak hydration packs, depends on how much stuff she wants to pack plus you got hydration. PM me if you want a Max bag, I have a buddy that sells them and will see about getting you a deal. shipping my be a little slow but prices are good. PS. tell her thanks for doing her turn in the sandbox. __________________ XD 45acp You're not living life till you are part of the food chain. I carry a gun because a cop is too heavy.

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