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I just spend an excellent weekend with Geoff and the Natural Pathways team doing a wilderness first aid course. High recommend it.
But I also got to use my Swedish Army 35l sack properly for the first time and it was excellent! I got my entire kit for the weekend in there with ease and that includes stove, fuel and rations, sleeping bag and bivi bag, warm clothes and wash kit ect ect.
Carrying the pack is highly comfortable and I really like the external frame (I think this might even replace my beloved PLCE jets packs) best of all the pack only costs £9.95!
Great weekend and a great new piece of kit! :biggthump
Now I just need it cold enough for my new parka! :chill: Roll on the snow!
The sack will last you a lifetime...
But wait until you see the 70 l version, your life will never be the same again.
Anyone got any pics????? :wink: :o):
jamesdevine
08-11-2004, 12:30
I think this is the one.
http://www.surplusandadventure.com/ishop/800/shopscr2593.html
James
Here are some pics of the LK35 (as the rucksack is called)
http://www.yoxio.com/img/100654.jpg
http://www.yoxio.com/img/100655.jpg
http://www.yoxio.com/img/100656.jpg
http://www.yoxio.com/img/100657.jpg
Looks robust enough. It's funny seeing external frame packs nowadays because we are lead to believe that they are dinosaurs compared to modern packs but really, when you came down to it they were much less hassle than the modern packs that are so variable from brand to brand and model to model.
I have one too, really superb bit of kit & very bombproof. Very sturdy materials used and the design is very well thought out (in a very simple way). Its as basic as a Duluth Sack, with no outer pockets, inside however is a large pocket designed to take stove, water, cooking/food items. This is close to your back (the frame protects you from these) and close to your centre of gravity and central ( so the pack is well balanced).
It is supposed to be 35ltr, but my Munro 35 fits easily inside. The Frame can be used independently of the pack, usefull for carrying jerrycans or firewood.
There is a set of loops for carrying a snowshovel, which fits a SFA perfectly (the lid protects 2/3 of the axe when closed).
Coincedentally I'm working on modifying the harness on mine today (I'll post some pics when its done.
For £10 you get a brand new, very useable pack that is'nt just for days out.
Neil
Ya just like what he said!! :rolmao:
Bargain of the year so far I think Gary?
Yep, with you there Neil!
And a bargain with some character too me thinks. :biggthump
Theres definatley an old-time character to them, they could have jumped from the pages of "CAMPING & WOODCRAFT", except the materials are very modern.
When gear is so high-tec and highly advanced, its funny that the simple things still have a place and are still popular (swedish mess kit for example).
Neil
There is definately a pleasure in the simple.
Uncomplicated things are pleasing to the mind as well as the wallet. There is less to go wrong for starters.
Echoing other threads, sometimes advanced doesnt mean better, although we are expected to think so and to pay for the pleasure!
Hi Gary, how you doing?
I have soem questions about.
Sack weight with frame=
Which is the maximun load to carry confortably with it?
Which is the material used to made frame?
Anyway, do you think it worth to buy?
Thanks for your attention.
Enjoy
Hello orlando long time no hear!! How are you?
Pack weight with frame empty is lighter than a sabre45 - although I havent weighted it.
Frame is tubular steel and the sack is cordura.
Maximum load - I filled it with every thing I needed for a weekend including food and water and it was great - remember in theory its only 35litres and so a day sack although as pointed it knocks all other 35 litre sack out the water and I think its more like a 40/45 litre size.
At £9.95 it is worth it to buy - I have even now bought a second so i know they will last me for a long time.
And apart from a slight error by surplus and adventure (which I am still awaiting resolving) I have had no problems with their service either!
benjamin
11-11-2004, 19:50
Sounds like a bargain. May I ask how comfortable it would be with extensive use?, i.e. a very long walk, as it's padding seems scarce.
Well I am well padded anyway! Seriously - its a day sack so extend use wouldnt (ideally) mean more than a long weekend. Having said that the straps are height adjustable and the tentioning straps across the back (top and bottom) work for me.
Of course you could do what we used to do to the old GS bergen frame and add more padding.
I think its really comfy - Neil/Leon second opinion?
Also you can use it without the frame if you want (as for climbing)
And to make mine even better I added a waist belt and some fastex buckles to the lid strapsm but thats the sort of sack it is. It just wants you to make it your own.
benjamin
11-11-2004, 20:22
Mind you the roman principal of 2 days on 1 day off for marching (walking) should mean such a sack is more than adequate for long walks....
So it's easily customisable? What other potential modifications might be made?
RovingArcher
11-11-2004, 21:27
Looks like a good sack. Wonder if we can get them on this side.
Looks like a good sack. Wonder if we can get them on this side.
If you cannot find one,pm me and iam sure we can sort something out for you.
You can pack a lot of gear in this pack, here is a picture of what we used to pack in it when I was in the army, this is what we packed both summer and winter but would need to add food and extra water and sometimes ammo and things like that.
http://www.insatsplutonen.com/bilder/info/personlig/stripack.jpg
Well what I generally pack for a weekend is what I pack for longer periods anyway. Only difference is I would add a few more pairs of socks and more food/fuel. On that principle it would be a good long term sack too.
RA if you cant get one state side PM me and I will send you one as a gift I am sure you'll like it!
RovingArcher
13-11-2004, 20:38
If you cannot find one,pm me and iam sure we can sort something out for you.
Clem, thanks for that. :wink:
RA if you cant get one state side PM me and I will send you one as a gift I am sure you'll like it!
Gary, thank you for your kind offer. However, if that is indeed what I decide to do, I was raised that gifts are exchanged. So, I would insist on sending you something in return. :-)
RovingArcher
14-11-2004, 16:44
I found this ruck that the seller calls the Royal Crown pack (http://www.majorsurplusnsurvival.com/Merchant2/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=MSS&Product_Code=087174&Category_Code=23). I called and they couldn't tell me much about it other than it's Swedish and what is listed on their site. I was hoping for a little more detail. Is this the same ruck?
RovingArcher
14-11-2004, 18:29
Thanks Viking. :wave:
just ordered the 35l today after reeding this thread for a day sack cant go wrong for ten quid me thinks. after Christmas i think i have decided on the sabre 60-100Lt but i no you can compress the side pockets but dose anyone no if you can compress the main sack if you want as well to make it smaller if not caring as much gear some times
just ordered the 35l today after reeding this thread for a day sack cant go wrong for ten quid me thinks. after Christmas i think i have decided on the sabre 60-100Lt but i no you can compress the side pockets but dose anyone no if you can compress the main sack if you want as well to make it smaller if not caring as much gear some times
Hi Mal,
I'm a happy owner of a (Karrimor) Sabre 60-100 ltr.
It is possible to compress the main sack (the sack's got numerous of straps), but of course not to the size of a day pack :wink: - 1 word of advise: make sure you've worn the sack in store, so you'll know if it's comfy or not.
On the internet you'll find loads of images of the 60-100 ltr with a black back (or front, depending on what you define as back and front) - mine though is completely olive green :super:
Let me know if you want more info or pictures!
Question to you and the other lads 'n ladies: Does anyone know if it's possible to attach the (PLCE) side pockets on this sack (in the same way as on a sabre 45 or 75)? The guy in the store where I bought my sack, says it's possible ... but he has never seen or tried it ... :?:
Can't find any confirmation on the internet ... and it sounds a bit ridiculous: adding another pair of side pockets ... I think you'll be look like a turtle :shock:
Hope you all can help
Cheers
Well I am well padded anyway! Seriously - its a day sack so extend use wouldnt (ideally) mean more than a long weekend. Having said that the straps are height adjustable and the tentioning straps across the back (top and bottom) work for me.
Of course you could do what we used to do to the old GS bergen frame and add more padding.
I think its really comfy - Neil/Leon second opinion?
Also you can use it without the frame if you want (as for climbing)
And to make mine even better I added a waist belt and some fastex buckles to the lid strapsm but thats the sort of sack it is. It just wants you to make it your own.
Gary Neil has one and we were talking about it the other day, as far as I can remember the only thing that he had to say that was bad about it was he didn't like the shoulder straps (believe it or not great praise indeed).
We talked about size and Neil reckons he can fit a fully packed Munro inside with room to spare, so it is quite a sizeable pack for 30L. Materials, construction were looked into and I believe the term "bombproof" came up more than once and Neil liked the frame. He even liked the carry of it once he had done a bit of adjustment (without making any mods to the system at all).
I will get one next month and take it for a a little wander up the Dart Valley, from the sound of it, they could be the best bargain going :-)
mojofilter
17-11-2004, 20:08
has any one used this pack? http://www.adventure1.co.uk/media/swiss_rucksack.jpg_small.jpg
It looks like it could be the green ones wee brother, and is almost identical looking to an old karrimor daysack of my dads im trying to replace.
They are only £6.99 at http://www.adventure1.co.uk/ and look good to me.
Ridge Runner
18-11-2004, 14:11
Looks like a good sack. Wonder if we can get them on this side.
major surplus and survival sells them for $19.95
sportsmansguide also sells them for $22?
:pack:
DMBackpacker
18-11-2004, 14:37
Yes, I have one. I *think* it's the predecessor to the 35l rucksack.
Pros:
- CHEAP. Got mine for $5. A Google search on "Swedish rucksack" turned up several vendors.
- It's sturdy and will probably outlive me.
- Decent capacity; it will carry enough for a weekend outing.
Cons:
- HEAVY.
- Leather shoulder straps (not my preference).
- Seems to be designed for someone a little smaller than I am; I had to fiddle with it a lot to get any kind of reasonable fit. (I'm 6 feet 180#, not Andre the Giant by any means.)
- The straps have extensions which appear to be designed to hook onto web gear. If you don't use web gear these can flap around and strike you in the face (don't ask me how I know!!)
This link describes a modification for the straps:
http://www.alpharubicon.com/leo/swrsc.htm
One of these days I might try it.
I keep mine in the vehicle for storage of emergency gear. Wouldn't want to carry it too far, but could carry it in a pinch. For $5 that's OK. The newer 35l rucksack looks like a better idea for backpacking IMHO.
HTH, cheers
DMBackpacker
18-11-2004, 14:44
Ooops, need to clarify something. My comments:
Yes, I have one. I *think* it's the predecessor to the 35l rucksack.
were about the "wee brother" mentioned by stuartyr:
has any one used this pack? It looks like it could be the green ones wee brother
NOT the current 35l rucksack. I should have quoted that post when replying.
Sorry about any confusion.
Cheers
brucemacdonald
18-11-2004, 16:44
I have a Berghaus Munro. :-)
Is it worth selling? This Swedish pack sounds just what I want.
Best wishes,
Bruce
beachlover
18-11-2004, 18:16
Dont do it :yikes:
I sold my munro and have regretted it ever since. I have tried (and still am trying) other sacks, but yet to find anything as good.
If you do decide to sell tho do let me know :lol:
Ridge Runner
19-11-2004, 13:50
I have a Berghaus Munro. :-)
Is it worth selling? This Swedish pack sounds just what I want.
Best wishes,
Bruce
What is a Berghaus Munro????
What is a Berghaus Munro????
It's a 35L daysack that looks like this,
http://img24.exs.cx/img24/9717/w1220.jpg
Ridge Runner
19-11-2004, 14:33
leon-1
Nice looking pack!
I hated my munro always felt like a pimple on a ducks ass - I could never understand why people liked it - to small, sat high to high on the back as was way to expensive even in those days.
I still give the 35l swedish pack the thumbs up even after carrying it for a week across the frozen, rain blasted scottish highlands. Another tick in the box for the pack is that even without a rain cover there was very little water penetration.
Sorry guys - you can keep your fancy £80 berghaus, karrimor or whatever and I'll stick to my £9.95 bombproof practical sack.
This little(?) pack has my vote too, I've tried most and this takes some beating.
I have made a few alterations to mine, see gallery, but this little pack takes a shed load of kit and the carry is very good (its nice not to have a sweaty back :-) ).
Neil
Yep thats the best bit about it - no sweaty back and hence no chilling when you take off the pack.
I have modified mine too - I added quick release buckles on the lid and put a belt on the bottom (its still sits comfy without a belt btw).
Gary,
Just put up the pics of my pack with a modified harness, used it yesterday and very pleased with the result (could be retiring the other packs now :o): )
Neil
Hi Neil grate pics were is that lovly forest:-) I sent off for my 35l sack last week but what is that other sack in your pics at the end.
Thats one of my local haunts, no one there yesterday because of the drizzle and thick mist (except for the local poachers taking advantage of the weather too, sounded like down-town Baghdad at times), did see lots of deer and a fox @ very close range (moving away from the gun shots!).
That is the Swedish pack in both pics :lol:
Neil
brucemacdonald
22-11-2004, 14:28
Just ordered my Swedish 35 Litre pack from Surplus and Adventure.
Looking forward to it - my Xmas present.
Best wishes
Bruce
Just received my pack today, and I can concur, "bombproof" and "big" are the right words. This pack is gonna last me for the rest of my life.
Neil, are you gonna post a "how-to", on how to modify the harness on the pack? It would really be useful and much appreciated.
Great piece of kit!!! :o): :super: :o): :biggthump
jamesdevine
24-11-2004, 09:58
Please see my request in the classifieds.
James
brucemacdonald
25-11-2004, 19:31
Just got mine in the post.
Wow! This reeks of quality. "Bombproof" doesn't really do this justice.
I am a bit surprised at the colour - being a military-style pack I expected it to be olive green (like the Munro). Instead it is more of a bottle green colour. Not that I am complaining at this price. Thanks to Gary and the others who have recommended this piece of kit. I can't wait to use it (but it will have to be after Xmas). :-)
Best wishes,
Bruce
That does it,after my fruitless task trying to get myself a cheap Karrimor Sabre30,ive just ordered one of these sacks instead,and save meself some cash in the process. :lol:
I got mine yesterday. Georgina has bought me it for my birthday which is in a couple of weeks time. But she has been kind and let me have it now.
Three cheers for Georgina :You_Rock_
(Its her birthday today but don't tell her I told)
Moonraker
25-11-2004, 23:14
Now I just need it cold enough for my new parka! :chill: Roll on the snow!
And what parka would that be Gary? Another item to add to the list no doubt :o):
It is certainly cold enough up on our local hills which should have plenty of snow now. Feel free to come and roll around :rolmao:
http://www.planetluna.org/graphics/bcuk_small_photos/aubrac_snow_tree.jpg
http://www.planetluna.org/graphics/bcuk_small_photos/aubrac_snowscape.jpg
But you have the real stuff in the new year in NO I forgot :-)
MR looks nice mate, i MIGHT JUST COME OVER AND ROLL AROUND SOMETIME.
New parka is a M65 fishtail - damn fine Jacket!
Moonraker
27-11-2004, 03:26
The sack will last you a lifetime...
But wait until you see the 70lt version, your life will never be the same again.
Viking, you had me searching all over the web today for a 70lt version of the Swedish Army 35lt rucksack which I am going to get but want another for when I am carrying my photographic gear. :-)
So far I have seen the Recon LK100 used by the FJS rangers, a Jagare 70, a Sacci LK100 ( new ones and expensive?!) here:
http://www.recon.se/Ryggsackar/lk100.htm
Don't really want camo though and not really 100lt but the RJS Original does look pretty decent.
Good forum here with discussion on sacks and mention the Lk70
http://forum.soldf.com/index.php?showtopic=5457
Good site with photos of a few of them and all the Swedish gear too ( including a photo of the 35lt and kit:
http://www.wendel.se/rswa/persutr.htm
Another nice page if a little dated now:
http://www.members.tripod.com/arcticranger/
I thought the sniper set up was interesting and quite 'bushy'
http://www.members.tripod.com/arcticranger/equip/basic/basic.htm
Is the 70lt one you were referring to the LK70 ? And have you any ideas where I may find them? I did look around the UK stores online but no luck so far. I really want an external frame like the 35lt just bigger! and similar style and quality / finsih of the 35lt to mod.
Sorry this is a bit mixed up but I wanted to post what I had seen so far.
The Sacci Jägare F70 looks about right but is way to expensive for me at 2695:- Can you get something similar surplus?
http://www.recon.se/Ryggsackar/jagare_F70.htm
Or Norwegian stuff?
Any help or from others appreciated. I am happy to order from Scandinavia if necessary but I don't really want to be paying the big money for the Sacci or Recon stuff. I don't mind of it is old or not shiny :wink:
Maybe I should put this in another thread?
Cheers
Simon
Viking, you had me searching all over the web today for a 70lt version of the Swedish Army 35lt rucksack which I am going to get but want another for when I am carrying my photographic gear. :-)
So far I have seen the Recon LK100 used by the FJS rangers, a Jagare 70, a Sacci LK100 ( new ones and expensive?!) here:
http://www.recon.se/Ryggsackar/lk100.htm
Don't really want camo though and not really 100lt but the RJS Original does look pretty decent.
Good forum here with discussion on sacks and mention the Lk70
http://forum.soldf.com/index.php?showtopic=5457
Good site with photos of a few of them and all the Swedish gear too ( including a photo of the 35lt and kit:
http://www.wendel.se/rswa/persutr.htm
Another nice page if a little dated now:
http://www.members.tripod.com/arcticranger/
I thought the sniper set up was interesting and quite 'bushy'
http://www.members.tripod.com/arcticranger/equip/basic/basic.htm
Is the 70lt one you were referring to the LK70 ? And have you any ideas where I may find them? I did look around the UK stores online but no luck so far. I really want an external frame like the 35lt just bigger! and similar style and quality / finsih of the 35lt to mod.
Sorry this is a bit mixed up but I wanted to post what I had seen so far.
The Sacci Jägare F70 looks about right but is way to expensive for me at 2695:- Can you get something similar surplus?
http://www.recon.se/Ryggsackar/jagare_F70.htm
Or Norwegian stuff?
Any help or from others appreciated. I am happy to order from Scandinavia if necessary but I don't really want to be paying the big money for the Sacci or Recon stuff. I don't mind of it is old or not shiny :wink:
Maybe I should put this in another thread?
Cheers
Simon
You have really searched for it.
The one I got is the LK70 and is the old ranger pack wich now has been replaced by the LK100. The F70 is made for the finnish coastal rangers and the FJS is for the paratroopers (old design). All packs are made by a company called Sacci.
I bought my LK 70 for 150 SEK (about £12) but there are also brand new ones for about 300 SEK (about £24). The used ones you can get from here http://www.activelifeequipment.com/ and the new ones from here http://www.bbfab.se/. Try and e-mail them and see if they ship to the UK. If you get any problems or they don´t ship to the UK PM or e-mail me and maybe I can sort if out for you.
Moonraker
27-11-2004, 13:07
Thanks a lot Viking :biggthump . I have emailed and asked the question. Good to confirm what is what. Looks good kit and a good price too ;-)
Will let you know how it goes.
Simon
Just had a look on those sites recomended by our Wiking friend and i cannot see the 70litre version.I wants one ya see :o):
Moonraker
28-11-2004, 02:26
You are right Clem my friend :-)
I could not find the new Ryggsäck 70 lt the new version either :-)
I found it here though on the second site as Viking said :wink:
Active Life Equipment (http://scorpionshops.com/mod_perl/mod_shop_xi.pl?netstore=1178&ViewSingleItem=10267&View=SingleItem&expand=;/Categories/Camping%20och%20UteLiv;&)
You are right Clem my friend :-)
I could not find the new Ryggsäck 70 lt the new version either :-)
I found it here though on the second site as Viking said :wink:
Active Life Equipment (http://scorpionshops.com/mod_perl/mod_shop_xi.pl?netstore=1178&ViewSingleItem=10267&View=SingleItem&expand=;/Categories/Camping%20och%20UteLiv;&)Shame its not a new one though Moonraker.
Moonraker
28-11-2004, 20:44
I am still looking and waiting for an email response from the stores I have contact CLEM. Guess it is the weekend. If and when I hear back I will let you know.
warthog1981
28-11-2004, 20:51
The sack will last you a lifetime...
But wait until you see the 70 l version, your life will never be the same again.
does anyone know where to get one ?
I am still looking and waiting for an email response from the stores I have contact CLEM. Guess it is the weekend. If and when I hear back I will let you know.Thanks Moonraker your a good bloke. :You_Rock_
Moonraker
28-11-2004, 20:57
does anyone know where to get one ?
Check the earlier post warthog1981 from Viking i answer to my question. I am currently contacting them to find out availability, shipping costs etc. I have yet to find this in the UK or France but still looking :wink:
Moonraker
30-11-2004, 17:34
I bought my LK 70 for 150 SEK (about £12) but there are also brand new ones for about 300 SEK (about £24). The used ones you can get from here http://www.activelifeequipment.com/ and the new ones from here http://www.bbfab.se/. Try and e-mail them and see if they ship to the UK. If you get any problems or they don´t ship to the UK PM or e-mail me and maybe I can sort if out for you.
Viking, I could not see the LK 70 on the www.bbfab.se/ Mike and Nike site? Or is it the 'Jägarryggsäck 70 Liter' 350kr (http://www.bbfab.se/div/2004-9.htm)? Shame there is no picture there.
I contacted Active Equipment who were helpful and I may well get some stuff from them (they don't take c/c so I will need to do a bank transfer which is not so bad from France but expensive from UK I think) but I would still like to find the LK 70 rather than the F70 which does not have the external frame of the LK70.
One thing I did see which I may get as well is a LK70 frame with a 35lt bag on it. Which means there is room under the bag to carry stuff. Have you seen one of those used? Maybe it would be too top heavy unless you loaded the bottom too.
If you have any other links for new LK 70 let us know.
Cheers
Simon
Viking, I could not see the LK 70 on the www.bbfab.se/ Mike and Nike site? Or is it the 'Jägarryggsäck 70 Liter' 350kr (http://www.bbfab.se/div/2004-9.htm)? Shame there is no picture there.
I contacted Active Equipment who were helpful and I may well get some stuff from them (they don't take c/c so I will need to do a bank transfer which is not so bad from France but expensive from UK I think) but I would still like to find the LK 70 rather than the F70 which does not have the external frame of the LK70.
One thing I did see which I may get as well is a LK70 frame with a 35lt bag on it. Which means there is room under the bag to carry stuff. Have you seen one of those used? Maybe it would be too top heavy unless you loaded the bottom too.
If you have any other links for new LK 70 let us know.
Cheers
Simon
Yes the "Jägarryggsäck 70 Liter" is the same as LK70. The pack that has the LK70 frame with a 35lt bag have I seen many time, these were used by our platoon medics. They carried their personal gear in the small pack and then strapped on their medics bag under.
Sorry but I have no more links on the LK 70 but there are some pictures of it posted here.
Moonraker
30-11-2004, 20:42
Yes the "Jägarryggsäck 70 Liter" is the same as LK70. The pack that has the LK70 frame with a 35lt bag have I seen many time, these were used by our platoon medics. They carried their personal gear in the small pack and then strapped on their medics bag under.
Sorry but I have no more links on the LK70 but there are some pictures of it posted here.
Thanks very much for your help Viking :biggthump
I will see if I can find a decent photo (preferably of a new LK70) as the only one on Active Life Equipment is not easy to see really.
Just waiting for a response from Mike and Nike before getting an order together :-) Then I will test them out.
warthog1981
02-02-2005, 22:53
yeh just got my two today been waiting weeks for them but I think there worth the wait :super: :super: :super:
still car`nt figure out how to adapt the harness or where to buy straps etc from that i can buckle on, any advice much apreciated :?:
A good place to buy webbing and clips is from PointNorth (www.pointnorth.co.uk).
Adi is quite right Pointnorth is the place to get the fixtures & fittings. As for the harness, all you need to to is copy something like a 58 pattern webbing yoke & a padded hip belt and add attachment points that link to the frame. If I can I'll get some pics of my harness in the next few days.
Neil
cheers all
BUT i`m good with a pick and shovel but not very good with small pointy things " it`s good to be honest " so i realy need some kind person to make me one, i no i should have a go but honestly it`s a waist of time,any one no of anyone able to do this it would be much apreciated,
luved the photos Neil youve got a real gift there :wink:
been reading this thread, you guys have convinced me , guess i'll get one too!!
Had my pack now for about 3 weeks and can't fault it. I find it comfortable even with a heavy load and have had no need to change the existing straps. All I have done is added a waist belt by simply looping a webbing belt through the frame.
35 ltr pack? - 35 ltr my :***: This pack is like the TARDIS. Can carry loads of gear and still have plenty of space left.
I was in the process of lookijng at getting a Karimor Sabre - until now my favourite pack. Ditched that idea now. I like this pack so much I've persuaded my boss to let me get one specifically for work.
All I have to do now is work out what I'm going to spend the money on that I've saved by buying this pack instead of the Karrimor. I suppose that some of it should really go towards my BCUK subscription as a thank you :biggthump and possibly a pint for Gary if you're at the Bushmoot at MM for bringing this pack to my attention:uu:
Graywolf
09-06-2005, 15:01
Mine arrived this morning,ordered 16.40 Monday not bad,as I understand some of you have had problems with this company.Well what can I say , reminds me of the first rucksack I ever owned back in the 70's but better quality,looks bombproof and what a size, largest 35lts I have seen.Will be trying it out in a couple of days will fill it and go for a walk locally.And bring it with me to wales in july as I'm coming to my first meet then. :D
Clayton
warthog1981
13-12-2005, 15:59
just to give people an idea of how strong these rucksacs are i carried 10stone of granit cobbles in one go, but would not recomed it though :)
All, a quick "I don't work for them etc etc" post to say that Gear-zone have just cut the price of their Lowe Alphine Sabre 35 to £30.
http://www.gear-zone.co.uk/eshop/Lowe-Alpine-Sabre-35.html
pierre girard
31-12-2005, 09:37
I just spend an excellent weekend with Geoff and the Natural Pathways team doing a wilderness first aid course. High recommend it.
But I also got to use my Swedish Army 35l sack properly for the first time and it was excellent! I got my entire kit for the weekend in there with ease and that includes stove, fuel and rations, sleeping bag and bivi bag, warm clothes and wash kit ect ect.
Carrying the pack is highly comfortable and I really like the external frame (I think this might even replace my beloved PLCE jets packs) best of all the pack only costs £9.95!
Great weekend and a great new piece of kit! :biggthump
Now I just need it cold enough for my new parka! :chill: Roll on the snow!
Went on google and couldn't find anything under Swedish 351 sack.
Is it anything like the pack listed at:
http://dallas.craigslist.org/spo/116135723.html
?
PG
pierre girard
31-12-2005, 09:40
Ach1 should have scrolled down before I asked.
PG
If anyone in the USA is wanting one of these I've just stumbled on a site selling them for $7.97 .Now that is a bargain!
Cheap as dirt (http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/PACK105-1190-514.html)
Pierre - try here
http://www.surplusandadventure.com/ishop/800/shopscr2594.html
Just received mine today and gobsmacked at the build quality and size of this sack it's the dogs danglers at £10.
My mate took one look at it and was ordering his online!
since this seems to be the thread for packs- and FOR THE LIFE OF MYSELF i WOULDNT CARRY ONE OF THESE OVERWEIGHT MILITARY MONSTERS- who has a lowe Sabre 35745 and can tell me if this has a decent padded hipbelt? Becauise I can not find a pichture with one showing me the back of it.
wentworth
15-01-2006, 07:02
I'd like to order one of these packs, but shipping overseas is 30 pounds! thats three times the price of the pack!
Does anyone know where else to get this pack?