I found this while looking for a larger pack than my Camelbak HAWG. The HAWG is nice when I don't need to carry a lot of stuff, but the wife and I are planning some camping trips this summer and there is no way we'd be able to carry everything we'd need for several days in packs the size of the HAWG.
I found the ILBE on Sportsmans Guide,
here.
I already inquired if it had the waist belt since I didn't see it in the picture, which customer service told me it did not. I've also have seen a handful or so of reviews stating that the packs they received were torn or broken. I know it's surplus and I don't mind a little dirt/writing/wear, but torn or broken is a little much...
Can anyone recommend a site that has these packs at an affordable price, that won't be in terrible condition? I'm thinking I don't need the assault pack or hydration system since I already have the HAWG. I might be able shoehorn the HAWG in where the assault pack would normally go, and possibly fit the Camelbak bladder where the Source bladder would normally go. If that doesn't work it would seem I could get the assault pack and hydration system separate at another time. I'm pretty sure the space the main compartment offers would be enough for our plans currently anyways.
Also if anyone has any suggestions for similarly sized packs that are fairly affordable I'd love to check them out also. I just figured the ILBE might be a little more affordable being surplus.