U.S. Armed Forces ALICE Pack

ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Dave Reid, Oct 22, 2009

"IMHO Alice packs were designed to keep the RAP in business. An old design,functional yes but not user friendly by any means when compared to modern load carrying kit.

Just my opinion
Dave"

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ALICE Pack
Reviewed by semperfi1970, Jul 28, 2009

"Rugged, simple and no thrills pack. I have used all sorts of packs from all sorts of makers and still migrate back to simple.

The large pack was designed to be lived out of for extended periods in a hostile environment. With this in mind I feel that it will serve the weekend to extended hiker/backpacker just fine."

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ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Beaker, Mar 05, 2009

"I got the large pack with frame of course and I gave it a brief shakedown for a weekend. My son and I went for a hike. He basically carried a day pack with about 10 pounds of stuff in it. I carried the rest. I ended up with 50 pounds strapped to my back at the end of the day and this thing was pretty good."

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Unisex ALICE Pack
Reviewed by chr0nos, Feb 13, 2009

"The ALICE pack is a no nonsense, strong and cheap design from 1960s. There were several versions made for the US Army, medium ALICE and large ALICE. The medium pack can be worn without an external frame, the large pack has to have the external frame because of its size."

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ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Gino Griego, Nov 10, 2008

"I've humped one for 12 years and wouldn't trade it for anything in the world. With a few slight mods, you can easily put 75lbs in it and go for days. Just like a good pair of boots, once you get used to it, it won't fail you."

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Unisex ALICE Pack
Reviewed by mountainman_270, Apr 24, 2007

"This tough and flexible backpack is my short trip backpack. I can stick about 50 lbs of supplies in it, which is good since I hunt with muzzleloaders and supplies weigh a lot. This pack has never quit. I replaced the snaps on the outside pockets with quick clips and the shoulder straps and hip belt with the new MOLLE versions, but the original were fine for 15 years."

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ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Steam, Jan 29, 2007

"Listen, this pack kicks ass. For those who can appreciate the sheer simplicity and ruggedness of a pack-pack, the ALICE pack is the one for you."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Dario, Oct 09, 2006

"I love my ALICE! this backpack is by far the best backpack I ever owned. Unless you grab a knife or something sharp and go at it, you are not going to damage this ruck period. Is as close to bulletproof as it can get.

It has a very simple design."

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Men's ALICE Pack (medium b coy)
Reviewed by Matt Williams, Aug 22, 2006

"I have used an Australian version of the US Army medium alice pack. the version is made by an Australian company called Platatac. The straps are made my ausweb gear.

I love my Alice Pack. I have used it on field activities with the Australian air force cadets."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Ironraven, Jul 31, 2006

"The issue straps suck and the frame needs a lot of help. BUT, with a 25 dollar pack, and 25 dollar aftermarket shoulder straps, this is a fairly comfortable pack when carried frameless. Considering that the basic design is almost 40 years old, and was designed to be worn with more padding under it, that's an acceptable trade off."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by zatoichi, Jul 07, 2006

"I did not like this pack. I used to be a grunt carry this pack around such places like Fort Benning, Fort Lewis, Yakima Firing Center, and Germany.

It is a very heavy design, though it is durable.

It is not very comfortable with heavy loads."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Jim Watters, Jul 07, 2006

"I tried this pack because I find the hip belts on commercial packs too constraining. This pack's kidney protector pad rests on my back, just above my butt and is very comfortable. For me, this pack position takes a lot of the weight off my shoulders."

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Men's ALICE Pack (Large)
Reviewed by Dan, Mar 26, 2006

"Well, on the negative side, it's ugly as all hell if you don't like OD. So, since I'm a fan of OD, there's not really a negative in my opinon. Well, I guess it could stand to have thicker padding on the straps and belt, but you can buy that, so it's not really a concern."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by glenn v, Feb 17, 2006

"I tested one of these packs that a friend was given recently and have got to say they are rugged, rough, uncomfortable and really only any good for what they were designed for, lumping heavy stuff with no thought for the wearer.

Anyone who really thinks that these things are comfortable should try some of the Wilderness Equipment packs from Australia."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Fernando Urrutia, Feb 16, 2006

"I get this Large ALICE pack complete... I work in construction so I carry helmet, gloves, safety glases, full body rain suit, a M65 Jacket and some tools. It's imposible to fit all in any regular backpack and ride my scooter, but with this ALICE pack it's really easy and confortable for my back. I love my backpack."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Hobo Teegan, Feb 13, 2006

"This is the best pack ever. Any street kid or train hobo will say the same. It has plenty of room for anything you need. You can carry heavy, medium, or light with it. Anyone who says it's "uncomfortable" or "heavy" needs to stop being a wuss. I *lived* out of mine for four months *straight*."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Mt. Guide, Nov 02, 2005

"I have owned and used several different types of packs, having worked as a alpine mountain guide, professional ski patrolman and having been involved with mountain rescue. When comparing the Alice Pack to frame packs, internal frame packs or soft packs I will say it is a good solid pack."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by tango, Sep 19, 2005

"Okay, WHY are you guys buying these things???? My complaints are these.

1) The pack is really really heavy.

2) The metal frame is uncomfortable and the cross brace is weak.

3) It was originally designed for carrying 60+ pounds worth of supplies and ammo.

Guys just stay away from the military surplus stuff."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Devin, Sep 16, 2005

"I won this pack on Ebay not very long ago. It is an unissued original US GI medium pack in absolutely MINT condition! The LC-2 frame is flat grey in color. . . almost looks parkerized. Not a scratch on it! I swapped out the shoulder straps for a set of "enhanced" straps from BLACKHAWK (OD in color)."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Pablo, Sep 13, 2005

"I carried a medium and a large ruck for four years in the Marine Corps. They are rough and tough and can carry more than you'll ever want. In the eight years that I have been out of the Corps I have tried several different external and enternal frame packs, and my latest experiment is the small Alice ruck."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Roy Lipson, Sep 03, 2004

"The people that wrote these reviews have not 'humped" this pack OR they've never carried a good pack and don't know the difference. Tough (yes), lots of pockets (yes), Worst pack I can think of to carry.

SF people finally got Gregory to build the SPEAR system. THANK GOD."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Steve Florman, Oct 02, 2003

"Pros: Rugged, durable, not eye-jarring in the boondocks. Indestructible. Inexpensive. Good pack for young people until they grow into a bigger one.

Cons: The load tends to ride low, and sticks out from the body a ways, affecting comfort and balance."

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Men's ALICE Pack (Large)
Reviewed by Nate Gallawa, Aug 12, 2003

"I have owned my u. s. army large alice pack for six years. It has been used in panama by my father who was in the 82nd airborne division for 2 1/2 years. My pack is still in very great condition. It is very durable and strong. It has six outer pockets and one field radio pocket inside and one compartment in the flap."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by John Duncan, Jun 09, 2003

"I have taken an old US ARMY ALICE pack and modified it to the hilt. It has a sleeping bag compartment sewn into the bottom with a zipper entr. this sleeping bag compartment can collapse to the bottom so as the inside of the pack can carry larger items such as water jerrys or saterlite phones."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Joe, Dec 25, 2002

"A tough but antiquated design. This is not the pack to buy if you want comfort but if you are looking for a cheap pack that you can run over with a truck and still use this is it. This pack is grossly outclassed by almost every civilian pack on the market."

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Men's ALICE Pack (Medium)
Reviewed by Bert, Jun 26, 2002

"A heavy-duty, well-made pack that you can pick up for $30 to $50 (used in good shape) complete with frame, hip belt and shoulder straps. Lots of attachment points. Good size for a weekend trip. The large ALICE pack is better for a week-long trip, has six (6) pockets and a much bigger main bag."

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Men's ALICE Pack (LC-2, Large and Medium)
Reviewed by Matt, Apr 28, 2002

"I got my medium ALICE pack and frame from a deactivating Air Force Rescue unit back in 1990-91. I still use it to this day. It is very sturdy, can hold a lot more than its rated weight (sandbags plus gear, flak vest and chemical protective gear)."

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Men's ALICE Pack (med.)
Reviewed by A.L.I.C.E. Pack User, Jan 03, 2002

"The army really knows how to make some tough gear, but forget about comfort and style. I use a medium and the lumbar pad hits me way too high in the back. The lack of a sternum strap is another negative but I have put one on myself. But the pack can handle a heavy load with ease."

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Men's ALICE Pack (LC-2, Large)
Reviewed by Lon, Nov 29, 2001

"I have been a user of the ALICE pack or as some call it a Rucksack, from the day that the Army gave me one 14 years ago. Well if it's built to go to war, then it can make it through a weekend in the woods or sandy hill.

I have both the med and large packs, I do use a frame with both."

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Men's ALICE Pack (Medium)
Reviewed by Brian, Nov 18, 2001

"This pack has been in service with the Army for several decades and is still a wonderfully designed piece of kit. It is built to last. The pack is made with # 420 packcloth, but is not totally waterproof. It can hold a fairly good amount of gear, with 3 large external pockets for quick access to small things."

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Men's ALICE Pack
Reviewed by Will, May 29, 2000

"This is just simply the best pack I've ever used. It's beautiful in its sheer simplicity and ruggedness. I've owned mine for over six years and have traveled all around the world with it and it still looks and performs great. If you don't want a modern, colorfully nauseating, techno-pack than I HIGHLY recommend this rucksack."

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