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Britboy
09-15-2008, 01:23 PM
Anyone know if the NZDF issue ALICE packs in DPM, or where I might get one?

I know they use DPM and I think they used ALICE packs... Looking for a medium with a frame...

Tried KiwiDisposals website but no joy.

Cheers
BB
Flagg
09-15-2008, 03:26 PM
Anyone know if the NZDF issue ALICE packs in DPM, or where I might get one?

I know they use DPM and I think they used ALICE packs... Looking for a medium with a frame...

Tried KiwiDisposals website but no joy.

Cheers
BB

ALICE in DPM = yes

Try Trademe.co.nz
Britboy
09-15-2008, 03:47 PM
Cheers. Nothing on there at the mo, but will keep looking. Although I'm sure the P&P will be a killer...

BTW, is a swandry simply a woollen jacket? Any good?

Cheers
BB
Flagg
09-15-2008, 04:14 PM
Cheers. Nothing on there at the mo, but will keep looking. Although I'm sure the P&P will be a killer...

BTW, is a swandry simply a woollen jacket? Any good?

Cheers
BB

swanndri.co.nz

swazi.co.nz

ridgeline.co.nz

Kiwi gear
digrar
09-16-2008, 05:51 AM
BTW, is a swandry simply a woollen jacket? Any good?



Haven't worn one for years, IIRC they're a bit scratchy, but it'll keep you dry, not really light weight though.
Flagg
09-16-2008, 05:58 AM
Haven't worn one for years, IIRC they're a bit scratchy, but it'll keep you dry, not really light weight though.

Sounds like you need to ditch that nasty Aussie stuff and buy yourself some silky smooth NZ Merino.

Either that or a much cheaper, much lighter, synthetic alternative that don't stink :)
digrar
09-16-2008, 06:21 AM
These were genuine, made in NZ, itchy scratchy jumpers, made from pure ******ly abused kiwi merinos... p-)
Dan2004
09-16-2008, 06:52 AM
These were genuine, made in NZ, itchy scratchy jumpers, made from pure ******ly abused kiwi merinos... p-)

Well there's your problem: Nobody likes a molested merino....p-)
Britboy
09-16-2008, 02:40 PM
Hmmm, so, DPM swandry not worth the bother then?

I guessed it'd be a bit on the heavy side being wool but thought if it keeps you dry and warm it could be a good idea, esp in winter or when static...

Plus it'd be a sure winner in the 'most bizarre combination of rig' awards... :p
digrar
09-17-2008, 08:38 AM
You'd have to wear it all the time, it'd take up half of your bergan otherwise.
Britboy
09-17-2008, 02:57 PM
Ah. Probably good for cavalry types then with their upper bodies out of the hatch Rommel styley, wind rushing through their hair.

But probably not so good for me!

Cheers
BB