457.46lb loaded packframe

[Maverick]

Not even back in my prime would I consider this.. The link below provides information on backpacks & pack frames going back 5000yrs.

http://74fdc.wordpress.com/2012/08/...ks-applying-the-old-ways-to-the-new-journeys/

 

[Gazrok]

I remember my first BOB, was a huge, framed backpack. I even had swim fins in it for Godsakes! Now, much more practical, and down to a normal school-sized backpack.