Looking for a robust pack that won't fall apart and has appropriate adjustment/design to carry over a long distance.
Training for a 50-60 mile ruck in November. I've been using a Kelty 44l redwing since May of this year but it has already fallen apart. Tried the "tactical" version which is heavier duty but the harness is fixed and ~2 inches higher than the standard Redwing(doesn't fit at all).
Ruck is 20 hrs and I'm carrying a weight, not stuff, so I don't need ton of volume.
The "Big Trick" and "Hi Speed 2" packs look like about the right size and have the right features, plus they may be useful for shooting related events and hunting in the future.
Anyone have any experience here? I'm not looking to drop $500 on a pack. My ideal pack would be something configured like a Kelty but built like a GoRuck.
And I've tried using my GR1 already. Not having a proper hip belt gets real old after 20 miles.