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Old 09-10-2014, 13:13   #16
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Lightbulb Buy once, cry once

I have the large 3 day and the Becker Patrol pack. The BP is what I used for my radio bag. It could get real heavy, depending on which JOC boss I was working for at the time. If I had a good reason or an excellent excuse I would buy another one in a heart beat. I remember wishing for a way to attach my hatch mount antenna to it. You can laugh, I was young. Antenna theory be damned.
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Old 09-10-2014, 13:23   #17
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T-Bags are made specifically to use on a motorcycle. Got one for my Harley.

http://www.jafrum.com/Motorcycle-Lug...did=5187609074
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Old 09-11-2014, 01:01   #18
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Thank you very much Gents. Looking into all those suggestions now. Eagle seems nice, although they are in the $200+ region again.

Dean, the bags would look nice on my HD, but that scoot is back in Texas, I ride a BMW here and I wanted some sort of 3-day backpack again that I can also use as bug-out bag, or trunk bag for a casual weekend getaway with the HH6.

So many choices out there, found some more packs from mfgrs. like TAG, Tactical Tailor and so on. I really like the look of that Condor pack, price would be right, yet I need to find somebody who has tried one.

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Old 09-11-2014, 08:41   #19
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Natchez Shooter's Supply (www.natchezss.com) usually has the Eagle rucks for a very good price. Check out http://www.natchezss.com/brand.cfm?c...rodTitle=Eagle Molle Crossover Pack Black, and http://www.natchezss.com/brand.cfm?c...rodTitle=Eagle Molle Crossover Pack Camo. It's worth checking back regularly because their inventory changes without warning.
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Old 09-11-2014, 08:54   #20
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Thank you Peregrino. I remember buying ammo from them years ago... I'll check out what they have, the backpacks are at a great price!
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Old 09-11-2014, 09:24   #21
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Most of the Eagle packs are slick and do not have a lot of external pockets, if that is important to you.

I have a couple of their assault packs (Alpha IIIs) and they are excellent, but current Eagle quality under ATK is not what it used to be.

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Old 09-12-2014, 00:52   #22
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Thank you TR. External pockets are not an issue.
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Old 09-13-2014, 12:28   #23
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Jansport

If you are not looking for anything that is too tactical I have used my Jansport 39L for about 8 years now. I use it on my motorcycle and for school as well. It is an also good as a civilian hiking pack that does not draw attention yet can fit my M4 when broken down. I have worn out several components over the years and send it back for free repairs or replacement.
I recently picked up a Go Ruck GR2 for my field science pack as I cannot afford to rip a pack open and dump thousands of dollars in data collection equipment in the middle of nowhere.
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Old 09-13-2014, 14:15   #24
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Was in a local gun store today and saw a brand called Drago. Looked very similar to a Camelbak I don't know how quality is, but they were well priced!

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Old 09-13-2014, 15:12   #25
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Was in a local gun store today and saw a brand called Drago. Looked very similar to a Camelbak I don't know how quality is, but they were well priced!

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Is there a tag in them telling where they are made?

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Old 09-13-2014, 16:52   #26
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Is there a tag in them telling where they are made?

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TR,

I didn't do a detailed look. I did a quick look after thinking about this post, with just a look at the function/pockets vs price ($57 @ shooters world in Tampa) looked fairly quality but without throwing it around for a month I couldn't endorse it.

They are out of Hialeah, FL

Drago Gear
7815 west 4th avenue
Hialeah, Florida 33014
info@dragogear.com

I sent an email asking where their gear is actually made.

ETA: I work close to the place I saw it, I could get back over and look at it with more detail if interested?
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Old 09-13-2014, 17:32   #27
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No, just curious.

Most of the better gear is sewn in the US.

I have seen some decent stuff out of Latin America, but Asia is usually the worst.

Oops. Looks like it is made in China, and uses lower grade materials as well.

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Old 09-13-2014, 17:44   #28
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The Drago I've seen has been sewn in China according to the tags inside.
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Old 09-14-2014, 05:30   #29
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No, just curious.

Most of the better gear is sewn in the US.

I have seen some decent stuff out of Latin America, but Asia is usually the worst.

Oops. Looks like it is made in China, and uses lower grade materials as well.

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Probably why "Made in USA" wasn't proudly plastered all over their website.

I have had stuff made in Ecuador that was good quality. I don't remember the name now and I don't think I have the bag or the chest rig I bought from them. Yes, they were good quality.
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Old 09-15-2014, 00:32   #30
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Saw the Drago on Amazon. Some reviews complain about the poor stiching, but it seems to be an OK backpack overall.

I will look at some more options. Thanks again!
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