New!  We've designed our all new 64 Multi-Frame Pack to securely attach to  5 popular frames!  Customize your fit by clicking on the "Components" drop-down box, above, to view a large selection of options.  You can build your own combo by selecting from  Frame and Ruck Attachment options or choose "Full Set" for our pre-selected combos. You can also purchase the 64 Ruck by itself, if you already have a frame, shoulder straps, etc of your own.  

If you have time, please watch the above 7 min. video for a detailed overview of this pack (click on arrow and then on "square icon" bottom right, to view full screen).  If not, here is a point form listing of the most important features that have been incorporated into this pack...

• This pack and all the attachments have Multi-Frame capacity. The user can now attach the pack, hip pad, yoke and shoulder straps to the 5 different frames shown under the "Frames It Fits" tab.
• Extremely molle compatible. Base pack and the top flap is now completely molle compatible giving the user an incredible amount of real estate to add personal gear in whatever configuration they like.
• The pack has been designed to accommodate the Canadian Forces issue CTS Butt Pack and 2 of the CTS Pack Pouches. Watch the video demo for instructions on how to secure to the pack. This allows you lots of flexibility in pack load configuration and will also save you a few bucks not having to buy additional pouches.
• Pack now has a optional nylon pack liner that is made in the exact shape as the pack itself. By using this liner you essential will be doubling the ability to keep your gear dry. Liner is held in place with small velcro tabs.
• Available in the Canadian Forces Cadpat 1000denier Cordura

US/Canadian materials and assembly -nothing made overseas here folks!

Originally a US design and used during the Vietnam war, it was initially called the T62-1 Lightweight Rucksack. The Canadian Army back in 1964 took this design and slightly modified it for their own use, hence the term "64 Rucksack" or 64 Pack. One of the most important features of the original pack and probably the main reason it has hung in there for so long is the idea of attaching the pack portion to the lower half of the aluminum frame and then leaving the top portion free for a valice or sleeping bag container. Canadian Airborne troops were especially partial to using this pack and frame configuration.

Fast forward 50 odd years and what CPGear has done is literally transform, modernize and strengthen the original load carrying ideas of the pack but added a whole bunch of new features like "Multi-Frame" capacity!

Weights: Gen 4 Pack 1.7lbs - Gen 4 Liner 6oz - Shoulder Straps 9.2oz - Waist Belt 1lb - Yoke Pad 9.5oz - Alice Frame 1.5lb - Downeast Frame 1606 1.7lb - Downeast Frame 1603 2.16lb

The CPGear 64 Multi Frame Pack and all it's components have been designed to fit the following frames:

Below is the CF 64 Aluminum Frame. We don't sell this frame but it can occasionally be found at Surplus Stores. 

Below is the US Alice Frame. A good strong basic frame. This frame is made out of metal and is made overseas. This frame is available for purchase above in the "Components" dropdown selection.

Below is the Canadian Forces 82 Pack Wire Frame. Still used by some soldiers - we don't sell this frame.

Shown below is the Downeast 1606 Polyethelene Plastic Frame. An excellent versatile frame with multiple attachment points. This frame has fast become our most popular frame and many believe this to be a much better design than the Canadian Forces 64 Aluminum frame. Made in USA. 1.7lbs

Shown below is the Downeast 1603 Polyethelene Plastic frame. A larger frame with numerous attachment points. Made in the USA  2.16lbs

Below are demo videos of me going over the details of the 64 Ruck, it's components and how to attach them to various frames.  Please shoot me an email and let me know if they work for you and how I can improve these videos...mark@cpgear.com - Thanks!

This video below goes into detail about how to attach the Hip Pad, Yoke and Shoulder Straps to the Downeast 1606 frame.

If you would like to go directly to a certain point in the video. The Hip Pad section starts at the beginning, the Yoke section starts at 3:20 min. and the Shouder Strap section starts at 7:50 min.

The below video will show how to connect the 64 Ruck (Gen 4) to the Downeast 1606 frame

This video directly below goes over how to attach the Gen 4 Hip Pad, Yoke and Shoulder Straps to the Aluminum Jump Frame.

This video shows how to attach the 64 Rucksack (Gen 4) to the CF Aluminum Frame.

1. This video discusses all the Multi-Frame components that work with the 64 Rucksack. There is also a little bit of information on the Wheeler Valice at the end. (2 min.)

2. This video shows how the Canadian Forces CTS Butt Pack and the CTS Pack Pouch can be attached to the CPGear 64 Ruck. (4 min.)

3. This video details our new optional Multi-Frame "Hip Pad". The video goes over the details of the Hip Pad but does not show frame attachment. (3.5 min.)

4. This video details our new optional Multi-Frame "Yoke". It is not an instructional video on actual frame attachment. (2 min.)

5. This video details our new Multi-Frame Shoulder Straps. (3 min.)

6. This video details our new 64 Rucksack "Pack Liner" and shows how to secure it inside the 64 Pack.(1.6 min.)

7. This video shows details of our "Wheeler Valice" bag. This bag is often used with the 64 Ruck because it fits securely above the 64 Ruck, while on the frame. The Wheeler Valice is not included in the above "component" drop down choices because it is listed under it's own product page.  To view product description, pricing, etc. please enter "Wheeler Valice" in the "Search" field in the page header. (2 min.)

The 64 Multi-Frame Pack and attachments are available in the following colours...

We've had a few requests from customers for other images showing the Wheeler Valice attached to the top of the Ruck. This set is using the 1603 Downeast frame. Here you go...

Hey Mark, (Sep 2012)

Wanted to let you know I did a 13km Ruckmarch today with the Gen 4 Ruck. It is an excellent sized bag, the pictures don't do it justice. This pack will hold more than the issued 82 Pattern, just as much if not more than the CTS small-pack, plus it keeps it all dry. Awesome product! A little overwhelming to assemble at first, but with a little bit of time and ingenuity it all fits onto a 1606 Downeast frame perfectly. I'm still toying with the placement of the shoulder straps as they do seem to slip loose from the tri-glides after a bit of time. They held for the entire 13 km and never actually came undone, however they did slide quite close to opening. I'm sure this can be rectified quite easily.

As for the actual use of the ruck, it is excellent! The most comfortable Ruck I've ever worn.  Any other rucksack I've used on a BFT including the 82 pattern, CTS Rucksack, and the CTS smallpack has always been hard on the shoulders. When the ruck is removed at the end of the march it always feels like I get a spasm and get 'pinched shoulders', which can be quite painful for even a few days. When the Gen 4 Pack was removed today, my shoulders were sore as is to be expected after a long hike, but I did not get that same crippled feeling usually associated with a BFT. The march itself was comfortable and did not have to continuously re-adjust the pack. The space between the yoke and hip pad was an original concern I had with the Gen 4, however proved not to be noticeable as long as the A7A straps weren't too tight.  I lashed both the pack and valise to the frame together with A7A straps, and I will recommend not tightening too much. It goes without saying that the straps have to be somewhat tight to hold everything together and prevent bouncing, but over-tightening it does not allow the frame to flex as designed, which is when the gap space becomes an issue. My favourite part of the pack is without a doubt the hip pad. It is such a comfortable wear, and it really does snug it close to the body and take the weight off the shoulders. I found the CTS ruck's waistbelt work's the same way, however really tends to rub and create friction and hotspots on the hip bones. That problem is virtually non-existent with the Gen 4. Comfortable, customizable, and extremely efficient. A little bit of LCF doesn't hurt either, and there were definitely questions asked about the ruck I was wearing.

Over-all great product, money very well spent and I'm incredibly satisfied with it.

Thanks for making kit that actually works Mark. The CF would have much better equipment if they sourced CPGear for procurements!

Mick Hawley