Anyone tried the 5.11 rush 72 for overnight backpacking?
If I used a 72 hour bag as a 24 hour bag, it would have to be because I need the pack space. I would have to be going it alone, in cold weather where I need extra supplies. I have inspected the 5.11 Rush, but I have not used it. I found other brands of equal quality and features which are constructed the same, at as low as half the price of 5.11 product. Compartmentalization is winning for rucksacks. Absolutely, in my opinion, correct.
How long would a military backpack last?
Depends on what material the backpack is made out of, and whether or not you stuff it full of items that put stress on the stitching, seams or wears/pokes holes in that material. Also doesn't help to spill liquids on/in the backpack and not clean/dry it out before you continue to use it. Dirt, moisture and body salts/oils, are the enemy of anything that you use on a daily bases, that gets rubbed against your body, stressed, dropped and drug on the floor. So check the replacement policies of any backpack. JanSport has a pretty good "lifetime" warranty on their backpacks. I have gotten several of their backpacks repaired or replaced over the years, when either a zipper broke or they split at a seam. One backpack I have owned over since I was in high school (graduated in 1975). Whatever you get, if you can get a leather bottom and adjustable straps/belts/ties, and don't over stuff it with items with pointed/sharp edges, and can keep it reasonably clean, it should last you at least 4 years.
Which hiking backpack are you currently using?
I'm going to join Casey in confusion as to why this was asked anonymously, normally I wouldn't answer, but I am huge gear nerd, and REALLY love packs in particular. So buckle up!For most day trips of recent my go to is this little guy: The Osprey Rev 12, is a sweet pack with loads of exterior pockets which is awesome if you don't like taking your pack and off to fetch items. It's designed as a running pack, so the suspension is super comfortable for fast movement. It's also a lot bigger than the advertised 12LUp until recently I was using the Ascencionist 25 from Patagonia for most of my day trips. It's a pretty simple pack that expands a great deal. It's not a terribly breathable back panel, but it's lightweight and packable which is a plus.Here it is going for a walk down Johnson CanyonThe Trion Guide is my go to overnighter bag for weekend trips. I can get my tent, stove, sleeping bag, and pad, food, and layers in there with a little room to spare in the expandable lid. It's a big smaller then most would reach for, but luckily I have loads of ultra light kit, so size is less of an issue for me. Here Maddy models the Trion benath Bugaboo Spire in it's cinched down layout, useful as a day bag if I want to leave my heavier camping gear down below. And here it goes fully loaded for three days of mountaineering the in the Joffree Group BC. This was a hut trip, and I love this pack for those times where you can leave tent, and even pads, pots and stoves behind. Though in this case it was just the tent that stayed behind. And then there are the bigger trips. For that I have my MEC Eos 65. It's terrific for multi-day backpacking trips, or when I don't have too far to walk, and can't be arsed to properly pack a bag. The rotating hipbelt is pretty sweet, especially for hiking, and the materials are super durable. Though my crampons managed to make some impressive holes in the front pouch. Woops. I also have two running packs (although I am going to ditch the Rev as it doesn't fit me, and the second running pack), a ski touring pack , a multi -pitch rock pack, and Alpine Climbing pack. Like I said..... I really like packs.
Oakley Kitchen Sink vs 5.11 Rush 72?
The 34-liter capacity seems small to me. My overnight backpack is 70-liter for all necessities: stove, sleeping pad, tent, sleeping bag, food, clothes, and water filter. For trips of several weeks, I pack my 80-liter backpack. For tactical emergencies, you can probably get your gear into a 45-liter or 55-liter pack. Only you can determine the amount of volume that you need for your applications. CMC RigTech pack is 42-liter with plenty of loops for carabiner or strap gear attachments. For everyday carry, I buy SwissGear backpacks from Target.