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Hey, I'm going over for a month backpacking around Thailand and Cambodia.
Would I be able to use my old Army Cammoflage Bergen (Backpack) to save me buting another or would it cause me problems?
Should I bite the bullet and buy a more civilian option?
Many thanks
Frag
#1 Posted: 2/9/2009 - 17:08
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Really, what you want to take to hold your gear is your opinion. If anyone suggests otherwise, tell them to take a hike.
There is a discussion on backpacks here at this post . On the 'gear' thread (here on Travelfish) there are other comments as well.
But, at the end of the day, I say why can't you take the pack that you find OK?
Cheers
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Bruce,
Thanks for your post, I was concerned of it attracting attention from Police or Government Officials being of a military nature.
If anyone has had any problems or unwanted attention, please let me know.
Cheers Frag
#3 Posted: 2/9/2009 - 17:48
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"I was concerned of it attracting attention from Police or Government Officials being of a military nature."
I very much doubt it. Army camouflage pants (trousers to us Brits) and tiny sexy army camouflage shorts for the ladies have been in fashion for a while in Thailand and are sold everywhere.
Your backpack should blend in just fine.
#4 Posted: 2/9/2009 - 20:21
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Possibly a stupid question, but is it fully waterproof? That'd be my biggest concern. I'm thinking you probably have a cover for it.
#5 Posted: 3/9/2009 - 00:39
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Nope not a stupid question but a point I haven't overlooked.
I have various waterproof bags that go inside it to keep stuff segregated.
#6 Posted: 3/9/2009 - 00:51
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Also, if you've read some other threads on this site you'll already know that security can be an issue. Although a pack that can be locked or secured in some way won't keep a determined thief out it's still serves a purpose and will make people think twice.
Enjoy your trip
#7 Posted: 3/9/2009 - 04:31