Rothco G.I. Type Heavyweight Mini Alice Pack Military Rucksack

I was undecided on whether to get this or not. I have enough backpacks, but for the price, and a comment from another reviewer about good durability, I bought it. I am glad I did. The "mini" in the title misled me slightly. I was expecting something quite small, in my opinion, it is not small. I'd consider it a medium sized backpack. A large edc pack. The shoulder straps are soft, not meant for heavy loads, but comfortable. It has 3 nice sized external pouches, all with flaps and straps. Old School straps that you easily pass thru the buckles, no quick release anything here. I like that old school feature, some may not. The external pouches could carry a fat water bottle, not the thin tall type. The main compartment is roomy and closed first with a drawstring, then with a flap and strap, again easily passed thru metal buckles. It is capable of carrying a lot of your lighter belongings. I wouldn't use it for a book bag, some of those text books are too heavy, but anything lighter for your daily trips, this is a good pack. A pair of size 12 tennis shoes fit nicely in the bottom of the main compartment, and a ranger style rolled change of clothes would leave room for other stuff. I don't usually leave lengthy reviews, but this is worthwhile. I got the olive drab, and there are a few other color options that I will consider purchasing soon. In case you didn't get the idea, I highly recommend.

I almost didn't buy this pack after reading some of these reviews. GLAD that I didn't listen to the nay sayers. I am a retired infantry medic, if you know what that job details then you know I carried a lot of gear. My regular combat load, my personal gear, plus my medical combat gear. Point is I have more experience with military rucksacks/backpacks than the regular Joe. This is a tough backpack. It is made of thick canvas . The metal buckles are exactly what I've seen and used in service. I've neverbeen issued a rucksack/backpack where the metal tips have never worn loose and came off, that's just stupid. Crimp them back on or super glue the strap ends and soldier on. This is a very well made bag. I've used all sizes, this one is just slightly smaller than a medium Alice pack. If your using it to camp or hike it'll work great for you. My gosh for $25 this is a real deal. If you want a pack to use this is it. If your name is Nancy and you want super comfort on your day hike and want a perfect poser bag, pay the $$$.00 and get the girly bag. But don't tell folks on here this is a bad bag, because it's not. I recommend it if your name isn't Nancy.

Almost perfect reproduction, slightly larger than an original army issue one I picked up a lifetime ago and have been enjoying ever since. Straps are wide and comfortable on the shoulders, large central pouch stores many items without disrupting your center of gravity. Stitching is quality, material is not quite as heavy of a canvas as the original, but still stout enough to take any abuse you can throw at it. Buckles and straps hold pouches securely closed, even after days of hiking. My only issue was that the smaller pouches were not large enough to fit a GI-style canteen and cup, so I plan to sew a canteen pouch somewhere onto the pack. If you’re looking for a small to medium pack that’s perfect for any 1-3 day trip, in any environment, this is the pack for you. I’ve used packs that I paid a lot more for and haven’t been able to do nearly as much with. There’s a reason this style pack has been a faithful companion on my hunting and camping expeditions for over a decade

Bag is exactly as advertised, standard army od green color and cotton canvas For the price, you can't beat what you get. Classic medium Alice pack style bag. Main compartment is spacious and the three front pouches work great. If you are used to or want a pack like the gi issue Alice pack, this would be great. If you are used to or want a bag with alot of pouches and compartments to separate your stuff, this probly isn't for you. Can waterproof with regular camping waterproofing material's for a good all around pack.

Honestly you’re getting what you pay for. A Rothco cidg rucksack made of canvas. I honestly love it for my airsoft so I recommend getting it for airsoft or general purposes

I liked this pack so much I just bought the black version as well.As long as you use this pack as it's intended, a good day hike or perhaps an overnighter, then you'll be just fine as it is big enough.I think some people want to use it for an extended stay and that's why it doesn't meet their expectations.A couple of wet bags or stuff sacks to protect your gear and maybe a little water proofing as you can find on youtube, search "diy canvas waterproofing", and this pack will easily earn it's low cost.update:I'm still very happy with these bags - useful mods.... I've added a 14 quart plastic wastebasket which fits nicely inside the main compartment. Adding a rope weaved through the top by using holes drilled around the top edge gives me a water container while providing extra protection for the gear packed inside as well as walls so that my back is protected from whatever I carry. The next mod will be for me to wax the canvas.

Seems the same as pictured but the shoulder straps are really short. At their maximum length I can just get it on but over a winter it heavy coat they would be too short. I will have to add strap extension to use all year. Dissapointed with that. So if you are a larger person this might not be for you.

Great packs. We bought three for bug out bags to always have in the car whether running errands or on the road trips. Great compact size. Well made and very durable and versatile. Highly recommend. Love the main pocket and the three smaller outside pockets for separating items you want to have fast access to. Can't think of any cons for this one. We washed ours upon arrival in a standard washing machine on cold and air dried without any issues. Don't dry in a dryer unless you wish to soften it. Otherwise, you'll lost the rigidness to the pack.