Backpacks...WTF?

[Mowingmaniac 24/7]

It seems almost every young guy I see now is sporting a backpack.

Why?

It appears, we're slowly turning into a nation of 'Sherpas'.

Are you a member of the 'backpack crowd'?

Can't leave home without it?

Yes, I sound like a crusty old curmudgeon..cuz I am!

Now, get that damn thing off...or do you 'Really, Really need it?

 

[Polkwright]

I'm sticking with my European Satchel.

 

[single stack]

Fag bag.

 

[ZX9RCAM]

As I said in the other thread...

Creative idea to hide ballistic vest that's immediately available

Read more at Truth about Guns blog; A number of manufacturers are now offering backpacks that can rapidly convert into a full ballistic vest. You simply grab a couple of pull-tabs on the top of the backpack, flip the front plate carrier over your head, and velcro the sides on. The Masada...

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[Mowingmaniac 24/7]

ZX,

Ai Yi Yi!

I guess looking 'nerdish/dorkish' isn't a problem for the backpack crowd.

OK, so there exists a backpack/ballistic vest all rolled up into one...does that factoid turn it into something 'cool'...while removing the 'nerdish/dorkish' factor?

I want a backpack that can turn me 'invisible'...when oh when, will that be invented I ask...?

 

[Havok1]

I rarely see guys with backpacks. Maybe people in your area have a specific reason for carrying them everywhere?

 

[Sam Colt]

 

[striker55]

Backpacks and hoodies even if it's the 80°'s. Hoodies pulled over the head.

 

[Darkpriest667]

I own a ton of backpacks. I use them. I dunno carrying extra stuff is useful if you're a prepared person. I also have a fanny pack. Feel free to call me names. Make sure it's in person at a TGT meetup for full effect.

 

[RickLovesBacon]

I own a lot of backpacks too and I use them.

 

[Mowingmaniac 24/7]

...and to top off the dork factor to it's umpteenth level, always be on the phone with zero situational awareness...cuz that's super/duper cool...

 

[Coiled]

I rarely see guys with backpacks. Maybe people in your area have a specific reason for carrying them everywhere?

So far OP got 1 thing right ---> curmudgeon

 

[Mowingmaniac 24/7]

Rick,

I'm going to guess you're in your early/mid twenties?

Yes?

No?

Can you please explain the 'lure of wearing a backpack'?

Thanks!

 

[wakosama]

Some of us OLDer folks call it a BOB... so where do you carry your xtra mags?

 

[RickLovesBacon]

Rick,

I'm going to guess you're in your early/mid twenties?

Yes?

No?

Can you please explain the 'lure of wearing a backpack'?

Thanks!

I'm 40 and no I can't explain it , as I plead the 5th

 

[Younggun]

I remember when I was in the army laughing at all the idiots with there stupid backpacks.

 

[innominate]

I'm carrying a back pack today. It contains a blanket, water bottle, collapsible dog bowl, my tablet, bags of snacks and poopy bags.

 

[studenygreg]

I carry a backpack regularly. I have small kids and a dog with me usually. I keep 1st aid, trauma gear, water, electronics, spare mags, snacks, etc. I honestly don't give a shit if someone thinks I look dorky. I'm not trying to impress anyone. I leave caring what others look like to the women and soy bois.

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[studenygreg]

I'm honestly surprised anyone needs explaining why people wear backpacks. To carry stuff, duh.

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[TipBledsoe]

I'm carrying a back pack today. It contains a blanket, water bottle, collapsible dog bowl, my tablet, bags of snacks and poopy bags.

I hope it’s a safe assumption, since you have a dog bowl, that the poopy bags are for a dog.