Favorite backpack.

[TheDan]

Just got it so not sure its my favorite...but its big, cheap, and hardier than the usual cheap bag--900D Cordura.

Primary Arms Expandable Tactical Backpack - Tan

DetailsThe Primary Arms Expandable Tactical Backpack is a a great option for daily life or as a go-bag. MOLLE webbing allows you to add accessories to the outside of the bag, while the multiple zippered compartments allow you to keep your gear organized. Need some more space? The expandable main...

www.primaryarms.com

that is a good deal... dang it

 

[zackmars]

Vertx gamut. I had the original and 2.0, but the 2.0 was just a little too big for my taste. I got mine for like $60, its the one time optics planet didn't totally f me over.

The "1.0" has enough room for whatever i may need. A tripod, camera, lenses, laptop. An MP5, reloads, IFAK. A few days worth of water, food, clothes, etc. Not all at once, but I've got other packs if i need that much space.

It also doesn't scream "i have a gun".


Eta, that is until i pull the mp5 out.

 

[SIG_Fiend]

For urban wear specifically, Vintage Jansport backpack. Just mod the inside to support what you need. Everyone's seen 'em. No one gives it a second look. Dork nerd hippie in the streets. Subgun in the sheets.

Bonus points if it's in a subdued earth tone color with honest wear and tear. Gold star if you dress a little ratty to match.

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[PinnedandRecessed]

For urban wear specifically, Vintage Jansport backpack. Just mod the inside to support what you need. Everyone's seen 'em. No one gives it a second look. Dork nerd hippie in the streets. Subgun in the sheets.

Bonus points if it's in a subdued earth tone color with honest wear and tear. Gold star if you dress a little ratty to match.

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Don't know how they are nowadays but I bought a Jansport back in the nineties and still use it from time to time.

 

[Catherine1]

I donated my last SWEET backpack to the charity/church that collects items for the needy - out here in Montana.

It was still in VGC and was Made in the USA. It was a sweet LL BEAN backpack with NICE comfortable straps in deep forest green in a nice material - a type of canvas.

It was NOT heavy or meant to carry a super heavy load and it was divided up nicely, had quality zippers and was designed to be USED easily.

It was not a cheapo made one and it was bought in the middle (?) to late 90's. I used it on the East Coast, a bit in the Great Lakes region - home state at the time, on a trip to CO and for a short time frame out here in MT.

I do not have a backpack now but my husband does. He owns several types of packs for his gear.

I still own a SWEET duffle bag that I used for a 'carry on' when I USED TO FLY many moons ago made out of a very good fabric. That came from LL BEAN too.

It is made out of different fabric than my former backpack. I used that as a GUN BAG or for a BIG RANGE BAG later on too.

I kept it as I said but when I use a couple of those RF rifles, I have the rifles in their individual rifle cases, and the ammo for the range day in the portable ammo cans. I do not take the BIG and nice LL Bean duffle bag to the range but I will still KEEP it for now.

I gave away a couple of my late husband's military duffle bags and 'sea bags' before I moved out west to some close friends.

Old Lady Cate

 

[majormadmax]

Don't know how they are nowadays but I bought a Jansport back in the nineties and still use it from time to time.

I still have the Jansport backpack I used in college during the mid-to-late 1980s. I haven't used it for years though...

 

[deemus]

I donated my last SWEET backpack to the charity/church that collects items for the needy - out here in Montana.

It was still in VGC and was Made in the USA. It was a sweet LL BEAN backpack with NICE comfortable straps in deep forest green in a nice material - a type of canvas.

It was NOT heavy or meant to carry a super heavy load and it was divided up nicely, had quality zippers and was designed to be USED easily.

It was not a cheapo made one and it was bought in the middle (?) to late 90's. I used it on the East Coast, a bit in the Great Lakes region - home state at the time, on a trip to CO and for a short time frame out here in MT.

I do not have a backpack now but my husband does. He owns several types of packs for his gear.

I still own a SWEET duffle bag that I used for a 'carry on' when I USED TO FLY many moons ago made out of a very good fabric. That came from LL BEAN too.

It is made out of different fabric than my former backpack. I used that as a GUN BAG or for a BIG RANGE BAG later on too.

I kept it as I said but when I use a couple of those RF rifles, I have the rifles in their individual rifle cases, and the ammo for the range day in the portable ammo cans. I do not take the BIG and nice LL Bean duffle bag to the range but I will still KEEP it for now.

I gave away a couple of my late husband's military duffle bags and 'sea bags' before I moved out west to some close friends.

Old Lady Cate

LL Bean makes some really durable gear. High quality stuff. I have several flannel shirts that seem a little heavier and better made than most.

And I just tried out an insulated rain jacket that is fantastic.

 

[TheDan]

I bought a Jansport back in the nineties and still use it from time to time.

We weren't fancy enough for the name brand, but I still use my 30yo Jansport knockoff.

 

[Geezer]

I have always been a fan of Maxpedition packs and bags. I have get Maxpedition backpacks that are home bags in each vehicle. I have another one for traveling and I also have a Primary Arms bag that I use, too.

Right now, Maxpedition is having a BOGO sale. I don't really need anything but, BOGO gets my attention.

Maxpedition

Maxpedition premium tactical nylon bags.

www.maxpedition.com

 

[PinnedandRecessed]

We weren't fancy enough for the name brand, but I still use my 30yo Jansport knockoff.

Neither were we. I spent my own teenage grocery bagger money to pay for that Jansport.

 

[HKaltwasser]

GHB is a Red Rock Mavrik, the inside is totally customizable with velcro so you can rearrange smaller bags.

My current 3 day assault is set up as a go bag. Mystery Ranch 3 day assault. It's probably the best bag I have.

What is your favorite backpack? Do you have one? Something to carry your gear? I have rucksacks for hiking and camping, but for the last 20 years I have gone about every where with my Spec Ops THE Pack. Spec Ops is a Texas based company and of the first to sell Molle gear to the public. Bought a bunch of their stuff in the early 2000’s and up until I retired from the military in 2012. It’s held up well from vacations to war. Travel or bugout THE Pack is a durable and adaptable backpack I have trusted my life to. A good backpack can be an important piece of gear.