PLCE-Sidepocket with joke
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It can be done, but it's not a great system.
Even with both pockets it's kind of unspectacular.
Unless you've a good reason for having PLCE sidepockets I'd be inclined to do something else.
Even with both pockets it's kind of unspectacular.
Unless you've a good reason for having PLCE sidepockets I'd be inclined to do something else.
Gotta disagree GP - I think they are almost perfect for bushcraft and daysack useage - I have used mine for many years and although I keep trying the newest and supposedly best thing I still end up going back to them.
PLCE SIDE POCKETS AND YOKE GET MY :biggthump
PLCE SIDE POCKETS AND YOKE GET MY :biggthump
Paganwolf
Bushcrafter (boy, I've got a lot to say!)
thats right its no yoke you know 
, i use mine as a day sack and ive never had a problem its easer to use than taking a day sack on your ventures just take the yoke and unzip a pocket and your off :biggthump ,it dont look purdy but it does the job.......
, i use mine as a day sack and ive never had a problem its easer to use than taking a day sack on your ventures just take the yoke and unzip a pocket and your off :biggthump ,it dont look purdy but it does the job.......Dear me.... Never thought I'd meet anyone who actually found them useful as opposed to...well...having to use them.
You can leave the yoke attached to one pocket when they are on the bergan as well so you just unzip one pocket and off you go.
Bill
Bill
Out of interest Gary,why do you prefer them over a regular daysack type a thang and why do you consider them perfect for Bushcraft?Gary said:
I'm in agreement... I haven't had mine long... about 6 months but I think the system works brilliantly.
karsten said:
That's it. You keep your emergency kit in the one pocket (first aid etc.) and have the yoke on it so if all else fails you have the day sack with all your most important kit.
Bill
CLEM said:
Clem,
Well I have some idea, firstly size, I generally only use a single and I can get all my daily needs in it easily. Secondly being small theres little wasted space, I dont over pack them and they hang just right (i tend to sling the single over my shoulder on just one strap). Thirdly with all the attachment points on the sack the yoke ect you can always add more gear like a rolled up poncho is needed. Fourth their not expensive (and as such not over spec either) and they are as tough as old boots. Fourth they are versatile and I like my gear to be able to used in different ways where possible.
But most importantly they have a simple familiarity that makes them comfortable to me and after many years of use I know how to use them fully. (which helps)
It is a shame that Stuart isn't here to answer this 
As you may have noticed Stuart is off in Brunei, and will be spending from now until mid January treking and camping out there. Normally he carries two side pockets and would of done this time, except that being medical officer he has to carry a 10litre medical kit, hence he is using a 30L Sabre instead of his two side pockets! Two and a half months on 20L :yikes:
I have watched Stuart pack and he actually uses the side pockets like stuff sacks, taking advantage of their size to compress things like cloths and sleeping bags. Admittedly they do end up weighing quite a bit
I have used mine more than the main pack, very useful as a day pack. I like being able to leave the main sack in camp and go wandering with a pocket or two.
As you may have noticed Stuart is off in Brunei, and will be spending from now until mid January treking and camping out there. Normally he carries two side pockets and would of done this time, except that being medical officer he has to carry a 10litre medical kit, hence he is using a 30L Sabre instead of his two side pockets! Two and a half months on 20L :yikes:
I have watched Stuart pack and he actually uses the side pockets like stuff sacks, taking advantage of their size to compress things like cloths and sleeping bags. Admittedly they do end up weighing quite a bit
I have used mine more than the main pack, very useful as a day pack. I like being able to leave the main sack in camp and go wandering with a pocket or two.
I'm going to print this thread out.....
I've seriously never heard a single good word said about the rocket packs before, ever.
Just to make this a bit more useful, anyone got a pack plan for them when set up on the yoke?
I've seriously never heard a single good word said about the rocket packs before, ever.
Just to make this a bit more useful, anyone got a pack plan for them when set up on the yoke?
Well add me to the list then GP as I am a fan too. I have stitched my sacks together to make them more stable but I still think its seriously good kit. :biggthump
they weight nextt o nothing - I have no idea but it would measured in ounces, certainly lighters than anything else on the market.
Horses for courses I suppose. Back in the day when I was supposed to use them I bought a £10 schoolbag... Did the job better.
yep same here - I had an arktis sack - but then again in those days I carried a lot more gear and jetpacks weren't up to it - NBC suit filled one for starters, now I carry less so.............
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