Tactical Tailor's MALICE pack

My buddy just came back from the box with one of these, and he absolutely swears by it.

Although I think it was issued to him?

Whether or not it's worth 190 bucks is another question, I suppose.

That looks something like the "super" Ruck they customize over at General Jackson's here at Bragg. It's basically an ALICE, but they reinforce everything and then sew on a bunch of new pouches. Cost you an arm-and-a-leg, but I guess it's an airborne thing.

Are you in a jump unit now? ANGLICO or Recon?

I've been using the Tactical Tailor 3-Day Plus pack for eight years, and have only had to replace some of the Fastex buckles, there have been no other failures or weaknesses. This has been light non-field use, but it did just fine for a (staff) assignment in Kosovo. TT's people were very helpful getting my brother's protective vest carrier set up when he wanted to upgrade.

I think the MALICE version 3 is probably the best, if most expensive, version. All ALICEs take some getting used to, being a framed pack. But the great thing about the MALICE V.3 is that if has a storage space for your sleeping back. Im on a state disaster response team and we sometimes travel via National Guard c-130s and the LoadMasters generally want you to have as little luggage as possible. THe Version 3 is the most expensive of the MALICE packs, and of course then you have to add frame and pads/straps.

Another excellent pack is the Camelbak BFM. Excellent amount of storage space and the most comfortable pack I have ever worn.