Army Camel back and boots

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Wanted advice on Camel back and boots
for my African enduro
Boots for walking around at night comfy but sturdy thinking about Magnum desert boots
Advice on camelbacks miltary? to go in my rallye pro jacket or would beemer one be better
I know there is plenty of you military types in here and your advice would be invaluable
cheers
Johnny
 
it Takes years to get, "what works for you". I now have Motorcycle boots and a pair of trainers when im away on my bike. I think your looking for something that does it all in one boot :nenau Magnum boots are ok, Unless they have a gortex liner, they wont be waterproof, and dont offer much in the protection area. so, if your asking me, a boot for biking and something comfortable for off the bike.
I have worked in many places where water is a must. Again ive tried everything. I did try my Bladder in my Pro jacket, but i knew deep down, it was no good. ( a pain in the arse) I dont even use the bladder on its own on my back. I carry two, two litre water bottles, as i use water for cooking and washing. this (to me) is the easiest and most economical way of carrying the H20.
This is my pref.......................................
 
Well The Magnums are comfy and should be fine for what you want them for.....Not the best for us because they do not last long in extreme conditions and everyday working use

...Definateley most comfy and coolest on your feet.......

I have a desert style brand new never used Camelbak if you want it? You can either use it as it is or take the skin out or whatever.

What size feet are you aswell?

Mac
 
Onahi2002 said:
Magnum boots are ok, Unless they have a gortex liner, they wont be waterproof, and dont offer much in the protection area.
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I will 100% agree on that...like i said if you want them just for knocking about in at night they are ideal. Going by what Onahi says maybe the camelbak i have will be no good in your pro jacket...I would not know as i cant afford a pro jacket :o Crap wages and all that....but your welcome if you want it....Onahi you will know what camelbak i got...issued.....any good for him???
 
The obvious choice of boot for riding in would be these......

Altberg Borego High Bandog

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The Desert Rider boot MKII - good boot for hot dry X Country riding - first developed for a trans Saharan desert expedition and used since then in various hot climate environments. Firm midsole is ideal for long periods standing on the foot rests - the aspen micro sole absorbs shock, internal ankle and instep protection with astro shock.

Sizes: 6 - 11 inc 1/2 sizes Sole: Skywalk aspen micro + full rubber rand
Width Fittings: M, W, XW Midsole: 883 med/firm polypropelene
Weight: (size 8) 700 gms Lining: Cambrelle None membrane
Leg Height: (8) (inside) 22cms Leather: English full grain suede 2.2/2.4mm
Availability: made to order

http://www.altberg.co.uk/Web/motorcycle1.jsp
 
Macca2321 said:
I will 100% agree on that...like i said if you want them just for knocking about in at night they are ideal. Going by what Onahi says maybe the camelbak i have will be no good in your pro jacket...I would not know as i cant afford a pro jacket :o Crap wages and all that....but your welcome if you want it....Onahi you will know what camelbak i got...issued.....any good for him???
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Macca I've never had to use equipment in earnest as you may have done, but I've just bought myself a Camelbak 'thermopak' it has neoprene insulation including the bladder tube so it keeps water cool, it looks very military, it's got desert camo, you can wear it on it's own but it also has 'D' rings fitted so you can clip it to an existing rucksack I'm assuming that a genuine military issue like yours would do the same.
 
these are what i fully recomend: £79.00 odd quid. perfect, I wore them every day for six months in a Very hot country!
http://www.silvermans.co.uk/Silver/docs/topframe.htm

The camel packs are good, and are many differnent versions and sizes. all bladers are good, but make sure you clip it on the top of the "bladder pouch" in the pro 2 jacket, otherwise the bladder becomes twisted and unable to let the water flow. I just dont like the agro of removing and refilling and putting it all back, as you have to take your jacket off, then remove the lining...............oh god, its boring me just talking about it. Use a water bottle :thumb
 

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Camelbak fill it with fizzy water and squirt your mate with it as he takes cover :D
gives you something to laugh about later over a few :beer: :beer:
 
I've got a Standard camelbak that is basically just a 1.5ltr bladder in a plain sleeve with shoulder straps. Totally unobtrusive when worn over my Savanna jacket and the bite valve attaches to a clip on the shoulder so it's a doddle to get at. :thumb
 
I assume you're aware of the problems you can create for yourself with the greatest of ease in most African countries if too much of your kit looks like military spec... :eek:

PG
 
OONYACK
Foreign passport + camo (anything) in Zim is not really a good idea. It just takes one "uninformed" person at a roadblock to cause you some grief. If you want the milspec camelbak's, try the neutral colours (olive or black). But the standard civvy CB works just as well. Definitely go for the insulated sleeve.
I'm not quite clear on the purpose of the boots. Is the intent to use the same boots on the bike? Or do you only want to use it for walking? If it is the second, skip the boots. Buy some "veldskoens" (nice & comfortable local leather shoes) or take your Teva's. Your feet will thank you. Your only risk will be a few thorns, or maybe a scorpion or occasional snake. The boots will take care of the scorpion, but so will the shoes. Eyes and a flashlight for the snakes. (Big ones can bite below the knee... :-) ) (I lived, worked & toured in RSA/Namibia/Botswana/Zim for 35 years.)
Those white ventilated Axo's touted by Touratech might be a better overall boot for Zim/Namibia/South Africa.
But enjoy! The temp's will be a bit higher than you're used to...
 
Hey Oonyak,

If you still need something camelback like to fit into your Jacket - I have just the thing.

Platypus big zip II reservoir 2lt

It has a zip lock at the top rather than a screw lid (so nothing digs into your back and you can easily get into it to clean it.)


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Cost around £20, yours for... ooh... let's say... erm... let me think...

I know - Bugger all. Zip. Nada.

With compliments.

FOC

No strings

(am I asking to much?)

:D
 
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