Military Surplus Backpacks
Backpacking EssentialsThe Pack
Backpacking is an extraordinary adventure sport! There is simply no other means to so fully experience the wild (at your discretion, needless to say!). I often specifically write about Grand Canyon backpacking, but this advice applies to any location.
In this write-up I will concentrate on the particular equipment which you will need to include in your back pack. Now that we have the suitable clothing, boots or shoes, and ruck, precisely what do we stuff it with? The 1st item you must make space for is water and food. If you invested in a ruck with some sort of hydration system, you must be sure that you have at a minimum 2-4 liters of drinking water for every person per three hours of backpacking. Even if it’s chilly, you can dehydrate on the trail and will need to drink water regularly. On top of that, you should have a source of electrolytes such as a capsule or a gel pack. This will provide essential salts to keep your energy levels up.
The next most important item is food. The ideal trail food is dehydrated to save on room. It can come in plastic or tin packages, and believe it or not can be very tasty! Outdoor supply stores will offer dehydrated trail food, or you may go to a military surplus retailer and buy MRE’s (Armed forces meals ready-to-eat). You need to have enough food for no less than two thousand calories per day per individual, as well as small snack foods you can eat while on the move. The trail is simply no place to be anxious about your diet!
Next is medical equipment. You will require a modest simple first aid kit with antiseptic and band aids and gauze, but you also will need a handful of outdoor specific items. If you are in an area with snakes, (particularly if you went on a Grand Canyon backpacking vacation) you will need to carry a dose of anti-venom. Gone are the days of sucking the venom out by way of a tube; now we have antidotes which can be applied and the fright of agony or incapacitation eliminated. Additional medical supplies comprise of bug bite creme, and burn lotion. This is an awkward spot to fit it in, however I do not mind stating it twice: take ample sun block lotion, regardless of your complexion!
Now that we have got the things you need to get by, let us take into consideration the things you will need to live on the trail. A change of clothing per day is generally a bit much. You will need spare sets of socks, not less than two per day, and every thing else can be changed at your individual convenience. For a 3 day getaway, you may get by with six pairs of socks, just one set of pants, an extra shirt together with a jumper in your back pack. If you find later that you have a lot of stuff, clothing is the area you can give up.
The very last essential bit of backpack equipment is the navigation equipment (I will mention safety in my next write-up). You will need: a very good laminated map of the area, a compass (traditional!), a GPS navigation unit, and an emergency locator. None of these are particularly expensive, however if you go missing a combination of at least 2 of these can get you home safely. You should also carry either a radio on the park ranger’s frequency (call ahead for it) or a cellular phone that is left OFF with a completely charged battery pack. Remember the last time you heard of people lost in the woods for days at a time? They didn’t have any of the above.
Look for my next article on safety items on the trail.
About the Author
John Armoran is a lifelong resident of Arizona. If you are interested in going <a href=”http://www.justroughinit.com”>Grand Canyon backpacking</a> for the first time, consult a reputable <a href=”http://www.justroughinit.com”>outdoor adventure company</a>.
ILBE vs. ALICE part 1
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ALICE PACK BACKPACK FRAME CMPLB, MILITARY SURPLUS, USED $34.99 |
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BACKPACK-BRITISH ARMY-M58-GOOD USED MILITARY SURPLUS CONDITION $12.99 |
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USMC Marine Military Surplus MARPAT ILBE Arcteryx Main Backpack HIP BELT LARGE $34.99 |
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US Military Surplus LC-1 LARGE Field Backpack ALICE PACK w/ FRAME COMPLETE VGC $28.90 |
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US ARMY MILITARY Surplus Molle RUCKSACK DESERT back pack MAIN PACK $47.11 |
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ALICE Backpack Rucksack Military surplus Bug out Bag UG $18.99 |
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U S MILITARY SURPLUS LC-1 CAMO BACKPACK W/ FRAME & WAIST BELT SURVIVAL GEAR $29.95 |
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LC-1 ALICE PACK/BACK PACK FRAME W/KIDNEY PAD * US Military Surplus * USED VGC $8.75 |
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ALICE Backpack Rucksack Military surplus Bug out Bag medium LC-2 $14.99 |
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BACKPACK RUCKSACK – LARGE WITH FRAME * US Military Surplus * Army Ruck * $65.00 |
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ALICE Backpack Rucksack Military surplus Bug out Bag medium LC-2 $14.99 |
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ALICE Backpack Rucksack Military surplus Bug out Bag UG $18.99 |
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U.S.A. US Army Military surplus USED ALICE back pack olive green U.S. field pack $20.00 |
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US GI Military Surplus Army Navy Duffle / Duffel Bag Backpack Nice Condition $5.99 |
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Navy SEAL Army SF Military Surplus USIA Desert Tan Backpack STUFF SACK LINER GI $7.99 |
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MOLLE II FRAME NEW Military Surplus Backpack BK FREE SH $15.99 |
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Navy SEAL Army SF Military Surplus USIA Desert Tan Backpack STUFF SACK LINER GI $7.99 |
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USMC Marine Military Surplus MARPAT ILBE Arcteryx Main Backpack HIP BELT LARGE $9.99 |
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MOLLE II FRAME (2) NEW Military Surplus BACKPACK FRAME $9.89 |
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USMC Marine Military Surplus MARPAT ILBE Arcteryx Main Backpack HIP BELT LARGE $18.50 |
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Large OD Alice Pack Backpack Bag Complete Military USGI Surplus Rucksack Bug Out $24.50 |
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Medium OD Alice Pack Complete Backpack Bag US Military USGI Surplus Rucksack $22.50 |
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Rothco Compact Vintage Backpack Military Olive Drab Army Surplus $28.00 |
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US Army Military Olive Drab Green Alice LC-1 Back Pack Surplus Size Large $15.49 |
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Medium Woodland Camo Alice Backpack Bag US Military USGI Surplus Pack Rucksack $9.99 |
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Navy SEAL Army SF Military Surplus USIA Desert Tan Backpack STUFF SACK LINER GI $7.99 |
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USMC Marine Military Surplus MARPAT ILBE Arcteryx Main Backpack HIP BELT LARGE $34.99 |
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Military Surplus Backpack Cover – Large $4.99 |
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USMC Marine Military Surplus MARPAT ILBE Arcteryx Main Backpack HIP BELT NEW $38.90 |
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Rothco Vintage Flight Backpack Military Style – Black Army Surplus $30.00 |
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POLISH PUMA PATTERN CAMO BACKPACK RUCKSACK PACK MILITARY SURPLUS EXPANDABLE $16.95 |
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US Army Military Olive Drab Green Alice LC-1 Back Pack Surplus Size Large $11.99 |
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ALICE Backpack Rucksack Military surplus Bug out Bag UG $17.99 |
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Official US Military Surplus ACU Molle II Large RuckSack Backpack, w/Sustainment $139.99 |
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Official US Military Surplus ACU Molle II Large RuckSack Backpack, Sustainment P $99.99 |
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CZECH CANVAS BACKPACK RUCKSACK PACK MILITARY SURPLUS 2 POCKET GOOD CONDITION $9.95 |
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CZECH CANVAS BACKPACK RUCKSACK PACK MILITARY SURPLUS 2 POCKET GOOD CONDITION $14.95 |
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US GI Military Surplus Army Navy Duffle Bag Backpack Nice Condition $19.97 |
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US GI Military Surplus Army Navy Duffle Bag Backpack Nice Condition $15.77 |
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Navy SEAL Army SF Military Surplus USIA Woodland Camo Backpack Dive Gear Bag NEW $119.99 |
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Military Army Surplus Canvas Vintage Star Backpack $39.99 |
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MILITARY SURPLUS COMBAT FIELD PACK BACKPACK RUCKSACK SURVIVAL HIKING CAMP HUNT $29.95 |
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MILITARY SURPLUS LC-1 CAMOUFLAGE BACKPACK CAMO MEDIUM $19.95 |
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Rothco Vintage Jumbo Military Style Backpack – Olive Drab Army Surplus $38.00 |
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US ARMY Large ALICE FIELD PACK OD Backpack COMPLETE SETUP Military Surplus GOOD $39.97 |
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ALICE PACK US Army Military Surplus BACKPACK GREAT COND $39.90 |
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USMC Marine Military Surplus MARPAT ILBE Arcteryx Main Backpack HIP BELT LARGE $39.99 |
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MOLLE II ASSAULT PACK/BACK PACK *US Military Surplus* ACU Digital Camo $36.99 |
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BACK PACK/ FIELD PACK W/Frame NEW *US Military Surplus* Medium LC-2 OD Green $22.89 |
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MILITARY SURPLUS MOLLE II LASHING STRAP BACKPACK HIKING $8.95 |
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GI – P- 38 – Can Opener $0.24 GI-P-38 Can Opener 1½ long fits on key chain. Great backpacking tool…. |
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Swiss M90 Used Rubber Rucksack $38.00 This used, three-pocket Swiss M90 rucksack is perfect for hiking or hunters. It is constructed of water-resistant, rubberized-nylon to keep your stuff dry. A padded back pad keeps your back from getting sore. 24″ x 17″… |
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Fox Modular Knife Sheath, Coyote $6.99 Easily attaches to duty belt vertically or horizontally, Full length flap with hook and loop closure, Fits knives up to 6″ in length… |
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Fox Modular Strobe/Compass Pouch, Olive Drab $7.99 Two pocket configuration, Outside pocket provides easy access to your compass, Inside pocket securely holds your strobe light… |
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Rothco Platoon Tool Kit / First Aid Medics Bag $27.49 Rothco Platoon Tool Kit / Medics Tote is a fantastic multipurpose bag. This item could be used for tools and also be a cute handbag. Has a large main compartment as well as 18 pouches. Specifications: 12″ X 10″ X 11″ , carry handles… |
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Folding Camp Stool – Camouflage $9.99 This item comes with well known brand name of Rothco. Rothco is the World’s Foremost Supplier of Military and Outdoor Clothing and Accessories…. |
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Olive Drab Super Hammock By Rothco $18.99 WEIGHT LIMIT: 881LBS / 400 KILOGRAMS 20 FEET SPAN… |
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Backpack and Stool Combination – Olive 18 X 13″ X 9″ Steel Frame Stool Changes To Backpack With Rubberized Lining; 440 Denier Nylon; 17″ X 10″ X 5″; 3 Pockets; Adjustable Shoulder Strap “… |
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Voodoo TacticalTM Digital Camo-Canvas Military-Style Laptop Case $17.50 Made to take your data on the road and to the woods, this Voodoo TacticalTM digital-camo-canvas military-style case offers maximum protection. It’s 16″ x 11-1/2″ x approx 2″, with a padded, fold-over top, but will take a 17″ laptop. It has a 14″ x 10-3/4″ x 2″ flap pocket on one side, with (3) 5-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ x 1-1/4″ and (1) 11″ x 5-1/2″ x 1-1/4″ on the other, all with hook-n-loop closures. Comes… |
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Dakata Backpack — Olive Drab $24.99 Large main compartment with drawstring top, Storm Flap, Three zippered pockets with Velcro flap closures, Adjustable padded shoulder straps, 19½”x17″x7″… |
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