Benjamin, you are right, most of us don't need that much, even in a survival ruck (please dont give any more money to AAFES-the Army and Airforce Extortion Service, they suck!).

Camelback BFM's (got one of those too for short jobs) and the rest of that line, the custom Tactical Tailor series, London Bridge, and Blackwater also make a fine heavy duty tactical ruck. But we all have to admit, that there is a lot of junk out there too, (Blackhawk...oops, did I say that) Just strap on an ALICE for awhile and see how your back is not supposed to feel! (I will now accept much flame from the ALICE lovers among us <img src="/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />no offense)
I admit that the Kifaru line has me a bit rabid, but please dont feel as if I'm putting down any of the other good gear out there. I just want this gentleman to purchase a good system, I mean good for him, I dont care what company it comes from, one that will hold together when the chips are down, and not leave him looking like a cripple, you must admit, it doesn't feel good.

And just for the record, I didn't intentionally drag my ruck behind a truck, it just sorta worked out that way! LOL <img src="/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I do however stand my ground, and I quote, "When was the last time you regretted buying the very best?"