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Best BOB #394097 03/07/10 08:40 PM
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Thoughts on a BOB. The BOB itself that is. Alice pack, MOLLE, hikers backpack, school book backpack, etc.
Which is the better pack to keep stowed in your vehicle.

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Re: Best BOB [Re: xkalifornian] #394098 03/07/10 09:56 PM
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I favor the School and or hiker packs because they don't say "hay look para-military nut job" or "check it out I gots lots expensive out-door stuff"

Edit:(Not too say all military type packs say that, or that I jugde that)

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Re: Best BOB [Re: james_bond] #394099 03/07/10 10:17 PM
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I used my kids school backpacks for years. Then I kept seeing all those cool Maxpedition bags and all, and I got myself a proper man purse. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />


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Re: Best BOB [Re: Horn Dog] #394100 03/07/10 10:25 PM
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I like the idea of a less expensive school backpack, but don't want to sacrifice long range comfort and/or durability. I'm not worried about freaking people out over a military type because when it's time to actually use the BOB, I don't think anyone would notice or give a crap. They'll be too busy. No one will see it on a day to day basis, as it (hopefully) will be gathering dust in my trunk.

Re: Best BOB [Re: xkalifornian] #394101 03/07/10 11:04 PM
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I use these Stanley rolling tool boxes. I have one set up with about 3 days worth of food and water. I also have another set up with ammo and other gun stuff. `If SHTF it will be much easier to just grab and go.

If i need to scout or go scavenging i have a Maxpedition Roly Polly Extreme. I still need a big pack tho i think im gonna get a Snug Pak Rocket Pack in OD.


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Re: Best BOB [Re: KnifeParty] #394102 03/07/10 11:50 PM
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I have a couple "school" packs that I use, or a large Camelback pack. I really want a nice frame supported one to use for longer trips. I also have a Max Jumbo that is good for day walks.


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no personal experience but a lot of people swear by kifaru bags


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Re: Best BOB [Re: ThePitsBro52] #394104 03/08/10 12:18 AM
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no personal experience but a lot of people swear by kifaru bags

If i had the cash that would be the first and only big pack i would own.


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Re: Best BOB [Re: KnifeParty] #394105 03/08/10 01:07 AM
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The back packs from Bug Out Gear are a good choice. Picked up a couple at the last NRA convention, and have been satisified with thier performance to price ratio. Trying to put the finishing touches on a couple of Get Home Bags after being reinspired by these forums.


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Re: Best BOB [Re: Hooker] #394106 03/08/10 02:15 AM
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i use a maxpedtion condor II. its a pretty tuff bag


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Re: Best BOB [Re: Hooker] #394107 03/08/10 02:18 AM
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I keep a Kelty Redwing 3100 in my wifes car and One for me in whatever rig I'm in. Its an internal frame pack that looks like a typical daypack. Its pretty comfortable. I use it mostly as a winter survival pack so It has more than the usual stuff in it.


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Re: Best BOB [Re: MonkeyBomb] #394108 03/08/10 03:30 AM
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Whatever brand,it needs to be a back pack to free up your hands.


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