JDB
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JDB.... any backpack recommendations?
We bought DS a Swiss Gear Scan Smart backpack that was about 44 inches (HxWxD) in overall size. DS could not get everything he wanted into the back pack. We found a matching Swiss Gear duffel bag that was 45" in overall size (which really is still fairly small for what fit into it) and bought it. The layout of the duffel bag allowed him to pack everything in zip locks, and they all fit into the duffel with some effort...except his boots. The boots sat on top of the duffel, and he could carry the duffel by its hand straps or sling it off his shoulder by its long strap. He said the duffel worked great for him.
Like I said in my earlier post, there were CC's that showed up with duffels that were obviously larger than 45 inches. I can't say how those individuals were treated by the Cadre, but at minimum, those individuals had to carry that extra weight all day. Also, the goal on "R" Day is to not stand out; the nail that sticks out get hammered.
There was a handful of poor souls who brought rolling bags. Don't be that Cadet Candidate!