OK, this is a pretty cool pack, it is solid built and very comfortable to wear. I have done some short walks with this and I do like it.. I haven't had a chance to really load it and go on a long hike but I will hopefully soon. Its designed as a medical bag, but having played with it it has the serious potential to be a good BOB (Bail Out Bag). I love the MOLLE straps on it, you could load some extra pouches on the outside to expand or specialize your kits, in your BOB. By adding those extra pouches, etc, you do add weight but if your smart about what you add it shouldn't be an issue. I like the fact the interior has webbing and straps as well so you could keep things like flashlights, chem lights and other things stow-able through them closer at hand. Oh,, I got lucky and got this pack for free!!! thanks Pedro!!
Notice the back panel, formed shaped and has vents to allow air to get to your back for cooling. Very comfortable to wear and use. All of the straps and well padded and adjustable to find your comfort zone when wearing it
Lots of interior room for your gear and you can even stow two! 3 liter water bladders in it!! Although I dont recommend it! I would move one to the outside in a MOLLE pouch if you needed that much water at one go.
Notice the zip pockets, designed for your med gear it could hold some various kits that you would stow in your BOB to make access a lot quicker and more organized. First Aid Kit, fire kits, personal hygiene items, or even extra first aid items like I carry. and yes, I always carry extra first aid gear, ice packs, SAM splints, blood stopper kit, and a few extra little items. I have used them to assist people already when out on the trail..Some people just don't think about these things.. I always wonder why...
More MOLLE straps,, I love those things!!!You can find them at:
http://www.blackhawk.com/
or if you live in San Antonio go to :
http://alamotactical.com/
ask Chris to order one for you! He is a great guy and would be glad to help you.
I look forward to some more Blackhawk gear in the future to try! Great Pack Blackhawk!
23 Oct 11,, Update! Went to Enchanted Rock today and hiked the pack all over the park! Over all it was very comfortable, had some issues with the shoulder straps slipping, but it is new and they haven't gotten ruffed up yet. I had it loaded with about 25 lbs of gear, and I still had plenty of room for some more stuff. It easily also accommodated my 2.5 liter water bladder, and had the straps to hold it up. Dragged it through the rocks and crawl spaces to the cave, didnt go in the cave because of the verticle climb and the fact I am still having major issues with my arm and shoulder. The padding was great! but I did find I retained a little more heat than my duck head across my back. Straps all have ample padding and were very comfortable ! So I am going to say I really like this pack and will do one more good hike with it, maybe Lost Maples!
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