Quote Originally Posted by 91Bravo View Post
See if they will issue you a Marine Corps ILBE pack designed by Arcteyrx. There are three sizes, an "assault" day pack, a "recon" medium overnighter and a big rucksack. The rucks are very military, carry a huge load and are very comfortable. The only downer with mine is that it is a bit heavy duty for long distance backpacking. You can get one off ebay if your department won't issue one.
lejueneyardsales.com/pendaltonyardsales.com you can find the ILBE pack for cheap.