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Title: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: RedLeader on March 18, 2010
This ebay seller is selling a OMM Villan 45 + 10 RL Rucksack Mountain Rucksack for £49.95 + £7.50 delivery.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120539559535&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBSA:GB:1123 (http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120539559535&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBSA:GB:1123)

It reviews well (and 666_pack has one and rates it highly). I've ordered one as a 1050g replacement for my 2200g Vango contraption.

(http://www.likeys.com/acatalog/1Villain_45+15_RL_front_th.jpg)
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: 666_pack on March 18, 2010
it's a great pack jonno.
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: RedLeader on March 18, 2010
What's the beef with the back support? Is it a folding sleep mat that makes the back rigid and if so, is it comfy to sleep on?
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: MG1 on March 18, 2010
I've the 35ltr jiri OMM it has the back rest also, but i would only use it saving weight was your main priority cause there s not much to it. It just really keeps the cold off your back.
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: RedLeader on March 18, 2010
But does it not spread the weight to your hips so you don't have to carry the bag totally on your shoulders?

I've the 35ltr jiri OMM it has the back rest also, but i would only use it saving weight was your main priority cause there s not much to it. It just really keeps the cold off your back.
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: suspectmonkey on March 18, 2010
That is a good price!  Seems like a really good pack, not a bad way to shift over a kilo of weight for the sake of 10 litres.

Regarding the back support - I thought it came with a back support that could be removed and replaced with the Duo Mat which is the sleeping mat?
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: 666_pack on March 18, 2010
What's the beef with the back support? Is it a folding sleep mat that makes the back rigid and if so, is it comfy to sleep on?

no mate the back support is removable  foam sheet whick has light weight aluminiun reinforcment (OMM platform i think its called).

The dou mat comes with the smaller packs. it would be a rough night on one but i works well under a self inflate to boost insulation.
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: RedLeader on March 18, 2010
So do you use it with or without the foam sheet and how comfy is it without?

What's the beef with the back support? Is it a folding sleep mat that makes the back rigid and if so, is it comfy to sleep on?

no mate the back support is removable  foam sheet whick has light weight aluminiun reinforcment (OMM platform i think its called).

The dou mat comes with the smaller packs. it would be a rough night on one but i works well under a self inflate to boost insulation.
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: 666_pack on March 18, 2010
The support is fine and I would always use it
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: RedLeader on March 23, 2010
Apparently the postie has just delivered the new ruck. Now we need a testing weekend!
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: chris on March 23, 2010
it might require something a bit more substantial than the walk from the carpark to donard wood for it to be classed as a fair test  ;)
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: RedLeader on March 23, 2010
True. Maybe to the bottom of the saddle and back :)

it might require something a bit more substantial than the walk from the carpark to donard wood for it to be classed as a fair test  ;)
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: MG1 on March 23, 2010
The Mourne wall mate.
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: RedLeader on March 23, 2010
If you mean sitting on it then I'm well up for it  ;)

The Mourne wall mate.
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: chris on March 23, 2010
The Mourne wall mate.

Yes when is it again?
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: MG1 on March 23, 2010
No date set yet. Try and get one that suits everyone(including jonno).
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: 666_pack on March 23, 2010
No date set yet. Try and get one that suits everyone(including jonno).

how about 16-17 apr?
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: MG1 on March 23, 2010
Sounds good to me stain.
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: RedLeader on March 23, 2010
Get your Mourne Wall chat the hell off my rucksack thread you shower of freeloaders. Get your own damn thread!  ::)

Sounds good to me stain.
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: chris on March 23, 2010
If we talk about it enough on this tread your ruck might read it and convince you to go!
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: 666_pack on March 23, 2010
Get your Mourne Wall chat the hell off my rucksack thread you shower of freeloaders. Get your own damn thread!  ::)

Sounds good to me stain.

looks like we'll have to move along to our own thread we have just been(http://www.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/fighting/fighting0088.gif)
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: RedLeader on April 01, 2010
I have it on good authority from Mike that the seller of the OMM bags will accept £40 if you use the "Make Offer" link in eBay making this £47.50 delivered.

Super bargain so please don't post this on other forums or the seller will likely hike up the price!
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: 666_pack on April 01, 2010
How do you like the pack jonno?
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: RedLeader on April 01, 2010
Hopefully getting its first outing tomorrow but to date I'm really impressed. Can't for the life of me work out the best way to attach the chest pouch and the lacings round the outside are a bit of a mystery but other than that it seems great.

Naturally I had a nerdy test pack when it first arrived and with the basics of tent / sleeping bag / bivvy / cooking system / spare clothes / down vest / hat etc I reckon I was coming in at the 7kg mark so with food + extras I think that sub 10kg is definitely more than possible.

Whether it's comfy over distance or not I'll find out tomorrow..

If anyone's interested these guys to the chest pouch for £16.20 and free delivery:
http://www.hike-lite.co.uk/Rucksacks/5+Litres+to+20+Litres/4L+Chest+Pouch.html (http://www.hike-lite.co.uk/Rucksacks/5+Litres+to+20+Litres/4L+Chest+Pouch.html)

How do you like the pack jonno?
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: 666_pack on April 01, 2010
It took me a few goes to get the compression right aswell. I found the best way to tackle it was to remove it completly clip it in at the base of the bag and work up. I alos clip the last bit over the top of the bag.........If that makes sense. 
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: RedLeader on April 01, 2010
Does compressing it actually make much difference?
Also, is there any way to attach stuff like sleeping mats to the outside?
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: 666_pack on April 01, 2010
Just lash it to the compression cord a tighten it up. as with anything it personal pref. But It helps to stabilize the pack especially if it not full.
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: Kirth on April 01, 2010
I got one of these for £45 off eBay. Just waiting for it to arrive.
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: RedLeader on April 01, 2010
Did you make an offer or is there another retailer selling them?

There's at least 5 of us with this bag now. OMM should be paying us :)

I got one of these for £45 off eBay. Just waiting for it to arrive.
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: Kirth on April 01, 2010
made an offer of 43 hoping to get it delivered for 50 all in, but it was refused. So upped it to 45 and was accepted.  You know me, I love a bargain.
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: billy backpack on April 01, 2010
This is great craic ..... Omm bag's, Alpkit PD's , Hike Lite's, Pocket rockets etc !

It's more like a cult we're forming lol
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: 666_pack on April 01, 2010
I am unique Snowflake..........Just like everyone else :-X
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: Kirth on April 02, 2010
I went for a very wet 2 hour walk up cavehill this evening and decided to take a load of kit with me in me new OMM. I had the tent, sleep mat, bag, first aid, cooking kit, down jacket, 2L bladder and a few other bits and bobs.

I found it really comfortable, but think I could have packed it better.

Only thing I would get for it is a decent waterproof cover as my gear was a bit wet inside.
Title: Re: OMM Villian Rucksack Bargain
Post by: chris on April 03, 2010
I went for a very wet 2 hour walk up cavehill this evening and decided to take a load of kit with me in me new OMM. I had the tent, sleep mat, bag, first aid, cooking kit, down jacket, 2L bladder and a few other bits and bobs.

I found it really comfortable, but think I could have packed it better.

Only thing I would get for it is a decent waterproof cover as my gear was a bit wet inside.

Your better off lining your ruck sack if your trying to keep kit dry. Just put a bin bag in your ruck then everything else sits in that.