Eugene asked about a better backpack. Well, if you don't mind the money, Quantum Backpacks (http://www.quantumpacks.com/) has an excellent one. You can order either just the backpack, just the waist pack, or a combination of the two.

Survival Equiptment sold online some good deals if you look for them.

Small Group Search and Rescue + Rescuer Survival Kit 
SKU: MDOEKRR
Weight: 60 lbs

This search and rescue survival kit contains equipment and supplies for the rescue person and for a small group of victims. See the list of items. This one is packed! More details...

Price: $344.10
List Price: $388.50 - You Save: $44.40

 

 

 
 
    
  
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Hot Chile' Bookster-1
We massaged the double Chile' pack to produce the simpleminded Bookster-1. Everything but the extra bulk is still there. You get (1) main 6" deep compartment instead of (2) 4" compartments. Big whoop. Still the toughest back pack in these parts...
$49.95

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