Grey man backpack

[robsdak]

i know, too much 'tacticool' factor... but check out Maxpedition, they have a new line in grey. yes, i have and use their gear, way tough, nay, BULLETPROOF! if i wasn't already invested in Foliage Green, i would be all over this.

http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/...Color-c238.htm

[oif0709]

The 5.11 covrt has the organization of the rush series but looks just like a student backpack. It's not as well made as the rush and I've gotten over 2 years out of it. The seams on the padding itself have come undone on the straps though I have not got around to calling the company. I bring it to work daily and noone can guess it's got some ghb items in it. I use it when I travel for the military as well, I hate looking like terrorist candy so I do zero military items when I travel.

[realist]

Both 511 and Blackhawk make quality gear, I have used them both. There is a video out there which shows a guy just walking around a town with one of these packs with an AR inside and no one is the wiser. The big problem with some of the manufacturers of these packs is they put their logos on the exterior so that anyone who knows about them will be able to identify what you are carrying. Just remember you get what you pay so plan on spending over $100.

http://www.511tactical.com/bags-packs/covrt-gear.html

http://www.blackhawk.com/Products/Ba...%E2%84%A2.aspx

[jamesneuen]

Realist, I have actually found that removing their logos is rather simple. They usually come in either a patch or embroidered. Just using a stitching puller and an exacto knife I removed the logos off of mine.

[Willie51]

I did some searching but some fresh opinions would be greatly appreciated.

I'm in need of a sturdy medium sized backpack for a GHB. I have a few other setups but they are more of the tactical type, and they would probably scream "shoot me I have cool stuff" in the event I'd have to hoof it home.

Simple criteria here:

Well made and sturdy
No MOLLE webbing, or very minimal
Not in a camo pattern or military color (no coyote, etc, a dark green or grey is my preference)

There are a good amount of options out there that I am looking at but if anyone has any experience or advice, I would be grateful.

Back to Mega's original post........ Do y'all think it's really necessary to spend over $100.00 on a GHB? I realize there is no exact answer as some folk's "get home scenario" is different than others, especially based on how far home is. Now, for your BOB, that is different as I see it, and you should buy the very best one that you can possibly afford because it's heavier and you might be wearing and living with it for some time.

I have four vehicles and I have GHBs in each (that stay in the vehicles), so I wanted something that was economic, well made, and comfortable to wear that would last for 3 days. I don't take them out every morning and every night. I don't rob from one to another or use for camping, etc., they stay put in the vehicles. They blend in and are packed with a 3 day supply, because 90% of the time, I am within 1 day from home (walking). If I travel, then I carry a much better pack supplied for 7 days or so.

This is not an argument.....just asking everyone's opinion.

[mitunnelrat]

I see some good recommendations on specifics and quality already, so I'll juat say I think "tacticool" gets to be less and less of an issue as time passes. Even Walmart carries brands with PALS webbing, to include a navy blue number I just saw with the hiking packs. I think most will escape major scrutiny these days.

I also think predators are gonna target the "haves" based on how easy they perceive a target to be over exact kit anyway, so in a GHB I'd think the lightest, best balanced, most comfortable you can get to aid in movement if SA fails.

[robsdak]

Back to Mega's original post........ Do y'all think it's really necessary to spend over $100.00 on a GHB? I realize there is no exact answer as some folk's "get home scenario" is different than others, especially based on how far home is. Now, for your BOB, that is different as I see it, and you should buy the very best one that you can possibly afford because it's heavier and you might be wearing and living with it for some time.

I have four vehicles and I have GHBs in each (that stay in the vehicles), so I wanted something that was economic, well made, and comfortable to wear that would last for 3 days. I don't take them out every morning and every night. I don't rob from one to another or use for camping, etc., they stay put in the vehicles. They blend in and are packed with a 3 day supply, because 90% of the time, I am within 1 day from home (walking). If I travel, then I carry a much better pack supplied for 7 days or so.

This is not an argument.....just asking everyone's opinion.

i think BOB and GHB's are one in the same, i haven't made the distinction as of yet. now before we 'jump on Rob' for saying this, i have a different plan than most. i have resources in 4 different directions. as for the cost of the bags, why not spend as much for one as the other? they serve a purpose? if not, why not just go with the 'homeless look' and carry Walmart bags? as for the 'grey man' look, it's 2015 and it's real hard to find a retailer that doesn't sell something without the Molle and MilSpec colors unless you go cheap kids school bags or backpacking bags. besides, around here if your not toting CamelBak, Blackhawk or MaxPed you look out of place.

[Willie51]

Rob, great points. Since my GHBs are different than my BHBs, I felt by spending $30. each (discounted) on decent quality bags for a total of $120 to go in each vehicle was smart and felt good enough is good enough. I felt it to be the best money spent vs buying 4 bags at $150 each for a total of $600., especially, since they stay in the vehicles until needed (hopefully never). Now, if I had plenty of money to spend, then I would always go with top of the line on everything. I spent more money on our two BHBs that stay at home and are ready to go at all times. One is a Kelty and the other is a Field & Stream, both internal frames.

Also, you guys are right, that around here camo, green, and tans with webbing is in, so they blend in as well. I do like the greys though.

[robsdak]

Rob, great points. Since my GHBs are different than my BHBs, I felt by spending $30. each (discounted) on decent quality bags for a total of $120 to go in each vehicle was smart and felt good enough is good enough. I felt it to be the best money spent vs buying 4 bags at $150 each for a total of $600., especially, since they stay in the vehicles until needed (hopefully never). Now, if I had plenty of money to spend, then I would always go with top of the line on everything. I spent more money on our two BHBs that stay at home and are ready to go at all times. One is a Kelty and the other is a Field & Stream, both internal frames.

Also, you guys are right, that around here camo, green, and tans with webbing is in, so they blend in as well. I do like the greys though.

i see where your at, me i have 1 truck too worry about and me, not 4. money would come into play, then. this is where i am at... i have thought long and hard about it. well it's crossed my mind a time or two. i am never far from home, usually with in 10 mi. and the route home is a straight line from where ever i am. IF i have to abandon the truck and hoof it, i am not going to be in a position too be trifled with. i have a few places i can stop along the way for safety and rest, BUT i am coming home! i have a Jumbo Versi with a Janus with first aid and a Camelbak Mule (MilSpec) that go everywhere with me and extra water. i can carry what is needed in both to live until i get home, including an overnight stay. i always have 'extra supplies' in the truck. i have no real plans on bugging out away from home, unless the ZOMBIES take over. we are in a fairly secure location.

but, back to the bags. sure, get what is available and in your price range. don't worry what others are doing, most likely in an event, you can walk, run or creep around un-noticed. that is if your in a populated area. me, i just sit and watch...... LMAO!

[Willie51]

I think you and I are in similar locations and close to each other.....just east of you. I'm in a small town and we just about all know each other. We're not planning on bugging out unless the ice melts and the Gulf rises (Ha!), or too many zombies show up and try to take my food and shelter. Then we have an RV to head for the woods and one day a bug out cabin to go to.