DIY Bug-Out Bag Bang-for-the-Buck: USMC ILBE Backpacks ON SALE NOW! | Back to Basics Show
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- The US Marine Corps ILBE backpack may be the optimal starting point for your Bug-Out Bag. The ILBE (Improved Load Bearing Equipment) is tough, comfortable, roomy, expandable, and well camouflaged.
As a backpacker, I understand the philosophy of a Bug-Out Bag: carry everything on your person that you might need to survive in an unforgiving environment for a limited amount of time. If your environment is more rural than urban, an ILBE may be an excellent place to store the gear you would need.
Late 2013 is a prime time to purchase an ILBE ruck. Prices are dropping to unexpected lows, and you really won't find another pack that provides so much capability for so little money.
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Just a FYI there Is a Radio pouch made for this pack on the inside. if you want the "full pack" there only like $5 on amazon.
Oh, yeah. I forgot to mention that. I got them with the packs; just haven't found a good use for them yet. Except as an insane-looking hat.
so i made a parabolic tinder igniter out of a pop can and its success was good enough that now i want to make one in a 4.5 inch size for beter ignition.if you got an idea i can use that would be great.not much infoonline.this web gear is sick as hell and deff is a ideal dream bob pack.sadly i may end up makeing a system of my own.i cant even afford a frame pack.but the web gear system is absolutly awesome.excelent choice.
I am kind of leaning on buying one of these
I took 2 of the MARPAT radio bags & took them apart at the seams. I then cut material out of then, so that it would cover the bottom of the bag. I then used a seam repair glue to glue the pieces on the outside of the bottom of the pack. This created a double thickness layer for the bottom of the pack. I love the pack, but I thought the bottom was not durable enough, due to the 750 denier that the pack is made with. The only other dislike is that the straps & belt absorb a lot water and sweat. Its a great pack all around though, especially for fall or winter use. I got a new ILBE, 3 day assault pack & water carrier, bladder & hose, all brand new, for about $200 about 2 yrs ago.
That's pretty brilliant. I have a couple radio pouches still kicking around, come to think of it.
Wow,... I paid $40.00 for ILBE, at a yard sale,... However I had to buy a waist belt for at a later date, but still paid only $15.00 for that,... I guess that a matching assault bag is next,... go figure,... (lol)
If you have been wanting to build a DIY Bug-Out Bag, late 2013 may be a good time to start. One of the biggest expenses is a decent pack. The USMC ILBE is a phenomenally tough and versatile pack, and you can pick one up in Very Good Condition right now for around $75 from Sportsman's Guide. (Check around, too. You might be able to find one in Excellent Condition for a similar price.)
Got a few ready to go
I keep mine hovering around 60-65 pounds, and it's plenty comfortable. What's yours like?
got mine several years ago, like new for about 70 bucks, Love it, But my old ass has no problem over loading it.🤣. I to bought the day pack that I use as a get home bag in the truck paid about as much for it as the big pack but i wanted a good one and I did, Love it too.
oh I am very new and sure need this.
If you're going to shop online for an ILBE, be sure to look for a site that uses the correct language to describe the pack. Surplus goods come in an array of conditions, and each condition has a precise label. You're looking for "Excellent Condition" or "Very Good Condition". Anything less is going to be a fixer-upper. Also make sure that the belt, shoulder straps, and lid are included. Advertisements for the ILBE "Ruck" typically just sell the main pack. No straps, lid, or belt.
Say, the Ouachita mountains huh? I've hikes some of the Ouachita trail, the Oklahoma part
trooper2221 That's the side I've done, too. I've done bits of the Indian Nations Trail, Boardstand, Old Military, and a couple others.
trooper2221 yea, my profile pic there is from one of the vistas. maybe potato spur or something like that not sure. didn't have the ILBE PACK THEN, actually I haven't used it yet on a hike. maybe this fall, and hike some more of the Ouachita trail
That sounds great! I think you'll like the pack. Just don't be like me and fill it up with too much crap. :P
Where on earth did you find a camelback in Woodland MARPAT/Digital Woodland?
I’ve seen these at the base exchange.
I love mine. But just one thing, I don't like the way the sleep system doesn't have its own zippered compartment
trooper2221 I'm with you there. Time for sleep? Empty your entire ruck.
Late to the party but, mine has 2 zippers with rubber pulls down each side, this exposes the bottom of the pack. I believe mine is the gen. 2 pack. Love it, heavy but bombproof.
I got 6 brand new complete systems from sportsman’s guide with the main pack with waist strap hydration pack and assault pack Brand new! Never issued when I saw them I ordered 4 I got three and they emailed me that they ran out of stock and when they got more! They would send me one so I called them and they said they would be getting another shipment so I checked every day and when they came in I got two more I still have two never used in the box ready to go best pack out there and sportsman’s guide is awesome check em out they have what’s called 4 pay you can split your purchase up into 4 payments I just ordered 2 5.11 packs and 5.11 pants and they beat everyone’s price
i son to buy INE for myselft
Oh wow your hair is short lol, i'm going to watch your videos and sub to you God Bless you
I got mine for 60
just use ShepherdSurvives instructions :)))
Too bad they're way more expensive now. It really sucks, I can't find it anywhere near tge price you paid.
Yeah, they're getting rarer now & it's harder to find one in good condition. Back in 2013 tens of thousands of them flooded the market after the Marines changed to the FILBE packs & for a year or so, you could pick one up for around 50 bucks on ebay in excellent condition.
I got mine for 25.00 at my local gun shop. they still have some for 35.00. TerreHauteguns.com.
Thanks for the link! That's an amazing deal. I'm impressed with their AR Upper prices, too. Not bad at all.