The Design Brief Many years ago, Ian Maley from Wilderness Equipment in Western Australia, designed the Rucksack which became the famous SAS-Mk6. It was the most advanced Military pack of its day and had an internal frame that could bend and flex with the wearer, and a harness shaped to human form.

Today, some ten to twenty years later, the SAS-Mk6 users have gravitated to Crossfire. The preserved and superbly maintained equipment of countless Exercises and Operations has started to deteriorate, until now!

It was an obvious direction to update the Classic - and Ian and Crossfire have poured resources and expertise into the finest Military Pack Ian has ever designed. It is the "Dukz Gutz" of Field Packs.

Today, it is necessary to incorporate the flexing and comfort of an internal frame, blended with the ventilation and adaptability of the acceptable external frames. Fortunately, we were advised and supported by Frank Howell of DEI , in the proud State of Maine in the US of A.

The DG-6 is a completely new Class of rucksack. You could define it as an exposed internal frame ". DEI and Crossfire reworked the famous MOLLE IIIA polymer frame and managed to spring tension it to flex with each step under load. A Soldiers' hips and shoulders are no longer forced to work against each other. Movement is now natural, vastly reducing the muscle fatigue incurred with the old rigid frames. The DG-6 can now transfer weight from side to side with each step, subtly flexing in the airspace behind the wearer.

It must be emphasized, too, that the compound used today in the polymer MOLLE frames is vastly different from the prototypes of yesteryear. DEI have directed considerable engineering resources into refining polymer types and frame shapes to provide the detailed design of todays' MOLLE IIIA into its extraordinary flexible strength, It is highly doubtful that any rigid alloy and steel ALICE frames have applied DEI's “Finite Element Analyses " that makes such a difference in strength, flexure and safety.

Rigorous testing has yet failed to break a MOLLE IIIA frame, even after considerable effort. Should you be able to do so - we will supply a new one with an accompanying wall certificate!

DIMENSIONS

Weight 4.61 Kgs Approx. 12lbs(depending upon accessories and options selected).
Colors: Woodland & US Desert

Every DG-6 Rucksack is accompanied by a full set of Instructions in fitting, sizing and setting up.

There is also a comprehensive Maintenance Program (Care & Feeding!) supplied.

DG-6 PACK FEATURES

FRAME:
* Advanced Shoulder Harness * Adjustable Back Length * Shoulder straps from laminated composite materials for load spreading, shoulder conformity, ventilation and lifespan * 'Sidewalls' reduce pressure on neck and upper shoulder musculature * Trim tabs to allow the wearer to adjust weight distribution on varied terrain * "Free-2-Air" body contact material ventilation patches * High grip weapon butt patches * Quick Release Sternum strap with DEI special buckle * High ventilation Strong Mesh back panel spring tensioned to keep both weight forward and flexible * MOLLE IIA polymer frame that is exceptionally strong , springy and light with ample lashing points cleats and slots to permit varied attachment parameters * Sophisticated Hip Pad with the same laminated material as Shoulder Straps * Tuck-always for all straps and belt buckles to minimize snagging but allow access in seconds * DEI 2" SNAP DRAGON Quick Release Waist Buckle that is very strong , without the usual fracture points on similar buckles, and releases under load with no snagging.

PACK BODY Incorporates the Wilderness Expeditions sophistication and design features * Bag is flared out at the top to facilitate loading * Top mouth configured inwards to promote loading forward * Compression side straps to reduce pack size and load stabilize * Generous lid or hood with radio access zips, Hypalon aerial port, and ID panel under a flap * Claymore pocket on lid * Pack interior lined with mesh pockets, Hydration pack space and a smooth fabric finish reducing friction of irregular items and as protection for the coating of the fabric * Side Pockets sized to International Standard (e.g. coke bottle size) with Para Patch closure and 'Scotch' style compression straps with underneath slot * Rear Pockets with Para Patch and half 'Scotch' design ( open behind at top and bottom closed) * Horizontal 'Daisy Chains' for extra gear lashing and enclosed extra lash straps * Sleeping Bag stowed through side panel with Liner bag able to be folded back to make pack interior into one space * Removable load shelf above the Sleeping Bag area * Detachable Day Pack or short Patrol pack * Internal mounting rings to attach Hydration rigs * Spare Bungee Straps stored internally.

As you can determine from the above, a unique Rucksack that will be eternally copied in the years to come!