What BOB do you use?

[GunRunner]

Just trying to get a sampling of what BOB you all are using? I have several, but currently use a good ol' faithful MOLLE. I am considering upgrading to something a little more dated. I use a Maxpedition Vulture 2 for my EDC. Want to get a newer pack set up to keep in my car.

[TEOTWAWKI13]

My EDC is an REI daypack. It stays in my truck while I'm too and from work. My other BOB pack would also be an REI pack, but more of a 3 day hiking variety. I also own a Kelty longterm hiking pack as well.

I don't have anything military-ish, although I plan on getting at least one that could double as a hunting pack. I feel like it's worth it to have that option.

[The Stig]

It should come as no surprise to anyone that I use Maxpedition gear for nearly all of my various bags. I have several Condor II's, several Jumbo Versapacks, a Pygmy Falcon and on and on and on.

I find them to be fairly rugged, affordable and a good balance between military appearance/just another bag (not that I give two craps about that).

[bacpacker]

I have a Moutain smith Butt pack with suspenders I use for a GHB, as well as, for day hiking. I have 2 possibilities for my BOB. One a Kelty frame pack that carries great and will handle 80-90lbs as comfortable as you can be. I've had it for years with zero issues, great pack. The wife also got me a Lowe internal frame pack that I've never carried. About the same size as the Kelty, but I don't think I would want to handle more than 60-75lbs in it. I plan on testing it this fall.

I'm in the process of completely reorganizing my pack right now and god help me it is a mess. Should be a lot better when I'm done.

[TEOTWAWKI13]

I have a Moutain smith Butt pack with suspenders I use for a GHB, as well as, for day hiking. I have 2 possibilities for my BOB. One a Kelty frame pack that carries great and will handle 80-90lbs as comfortable as you can be. I've had it for years with zero issues, great pack. The wife also got me a Lowe internal frame pack that I've never carried. About the same size as the Kelty, but I don't think I would want to handle more than 60-75lbs in it. I plan on testing it this fall.

I'm in the process of completely reorganizing my pack right now and god help me it is a mess. Should be a lot better when I'm done.

When you get ready to test that pack let me know and I'll join ya.

Stig, I'd love some Maxpedition gear. That's what I'd really like to get myself. But for now, I've got suitable gear that just looks every day.

[Jerry D Young]

Kifaru Marauder, Kifaru E&E, Cabela's Game cart

[Kodiak]

I use an older version of the Mountainsmith (http://www.mountainsmith.com/products.asp?productId=278&categoryId=40&subCategoryId=35&subCategory2Id=0) Apex 75

I cant remember the exact name of the pack, but ive had it for 5 years and have had up to 80 pound loads with no problems. Im 6'5 and it fits me comfortably.

[GunRunner]

It should come as no surprise to anyone that I use Maxpedition gear for nearly all of my various bags. I have several Condor II's, several Jumbo Versapacks, a Pygmy Falcon and on and on and on.

I find them to be fairly rugged, affordable and a good balance between military appearance/just another bag (not that I give two craps about that).

I like Maxpeditions gear. Its very well constructed and seems built to handle extreme abuse. Whats the biggest pack they make?

[LUNCHBOX]

I run a Camelbak H2O for the truck, I then have the choice of a standard military tuck or a Jansport Bigbear. The wife will run a Jansport Scout.

[bacpacker]

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I use an older version of the Mountainsmith (http://www.mountainsmith.com/products.asp?productId=278&categoryId=40&subCategoryId=35&subCategory2Id=0) Apex 75

I cant remember the exact name of the pack, but ive had it for 5 years and have had up to 80 pound loads with no problems. Im 6'5 and it fits me comfortably.

I'm 6'4 myself and have had a hard time over the years finding a pack that fits right. That's one reason I hesitate to change up when I find something that works.

[izzyscout21]

I run a Blackhawk 3 day assault pack for the car and a Blackhawk Enhanced SOF ruck for anything longer

[The Stig]

I like Maxpeditions gear. Its very well constructed and seems built to handle extreme abuse. Whats the biggest pack they make?

Sorry I missed this before....looks like the Vulture II (http://www.maxpedition.com/store/pc/Vulture-II-Backpack-12p114.htm) is the biggest at 2810 cubic inches.

[Mjollnir]

Kelty Coyote as main BOB. GHBs are a Kelty Jaunt for the wife and a Blackhawk Hydrastorm Predator pack for me.

[choyboy]

This is the one both my brother and I each brought for BOB's.

MEC Brio 70 Backpack (http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=84552444177 6565&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302888570)

large enough to hide our Bushmaster AR-15's or Mossberg 500 Roadblocker inside if needed.

This is what my wife and two adult daughters are each using for BOB.

MEC Cragalot Backpack (http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=84552444263 5439&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302700149)

[bacpacker]

Nice lookin packs Choy. What do you think about the suspension system?

[tantalshooter]

For Edc I use a plain black MOLLE pack by Condor. I mounted a canteen pouch on the lower rows, but it doesnt look too tactical. For G.O.O.D. /BOB I use a Bergen by highlander. It is an 88 liter version with adjustable height and suspension system. It has been on several day hikes and I really like it. Three external pouches are handy for canteens, matches, MRE pouches, etc.

[Grumpy Old Man]

I have an internal frame Outdoor Products pack I got 35+ years ago at Peace Surplus in Tucson. It's blue and dirty from years of use, but it has held up extremely well. It's also perfectly adjusted to my body. While I have an ALICE medium size and a new MOLLE system, I just don't like them as well. Plus, the Outdoor Products doesn't "stand out" the way the ALICE does.

[spirit]

I have a surplus ALICE pack for a BOB...I keep an ACU assault pack in the truck.

[Evolver]

We each our own 3 day-packs and we have a wheeled 30'' Eddie Bauer that works very well for pulling behind and still able to have one hand free.

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[robsdak]

like some, i also sport the Maxpedition gear. EDC is a Jumbo Versipack. oddly enough, i have sent an email off to Maxped about doing 1-2 styles of their duffle bags in just plain foliage green.

[2die4]

GHB stored in the car: Mine: LAPG bailout bag(loaded for 2 people), General's: Maxped Jumbo knockoff (went with the knockoff because 99% of the time the General's in my car.)

EDC: Rush 12

BOBs: USGI Assualt pack, RUSH 72, SOC Bailout bag

Plan is to get rid of the USGI bag. I have my eye on a Eberlestock Gunslinger II.

[The Stig]

I didn't realize this was a zombie thread when it popped up again.

I've moved on from the Maxpedition gear to London Bridge Trading Company. Nothing too wrong with Maxpedition but the LBTC is even more rugged, offers "standard" molle and has some cooler features.

Mrs Stig has one from Grey Ghost Outfitters (which is essentially just a Tactical Tailor 3 day assault pack).