Millican Fraser the Rucksack 32L

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  I had been looking for a travel rucksack for a while, something that would be comfortable but not look over technical. This fits the bill very well having a good range of pockets and a decent sized main compartment. The access into the main compartment is possibly a bit small but with care you can pack a well folded shirt without creases. I have also used the sack on a couple of short days on coastal type walks and have found it to be comfortable and waterproof with everything easily to hand from pockets or main compartment. All in all this is a decent rucksack has a retro look and feel but is a lot more than a fashion item, I would recommend this to anyone who wants an understated pack equally at home in the office, at the airport or on the hill. An out and out bush craft pack it probably isn't, but that said it doesn't rustle too much and it would organise your kit effectively, the laptop sleeve would take a bladder and a small axe could sit in the drop in pocket behind the main side pocket so it may work just fine.  

  Simon Wallis

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  When I saw this pack in a local shop here in Melbourne, I just knew I had to have one. Only real issue was the price - AUD300. Ouch, Luckily, turns out you guys over there in blighty get a cracking deal on these at only AUD214, so I nabbed myself a relative bargain. The pack itself is just what you want in a day pack. Simple, robust, waterproof, and just enough pockets to be functional without being ridiculous. Things I Like: - No bells and whistles, just features you'll actually use. - Tough and well made (Although time will tell, but I have high hopes). - Removable waist belt is a plus. - Only one zip and it's not load bearing so should last. - Looks like it means business. - Good price. What I don't like: - Hidden pocket is on the wrong slide for right-handed users, if if swinging the pack off one shoulder. - Might actually be a tad too deep: Packed to the gills could easily swallow 45L. I think calling this a 32L is highly conservative. - Wish it had a thicker or double layer of material on its base. So this isn't a comprehensive review because I just received it (7 days to AU!), but I'd already assessed it in local shops and I think it's a winner. If you're looking for a tough, well-made day pack, I think Millican should be on your list.  

  Warwick Gresswell